31MS 200 T
English / USA
: Observe safety precautions.
: Always check operation of chain
lubrication before starting work.
To shut down the engine:
: Move Master Control lever to 0
At very low outside temperatures:
Allow engine to warm up
As soon as the engine runs:
: Blip the throttle trigger to disengage
it from starting throttle position –
Master Control lever will move to
“Run” position # and the engine will
settle down to idling speed.
: Disengage chain brake:
Pull the hand toward the top handle.
: Open throttle slightly – warm up
engine for short period.
.
If engine doesn't start:
If you did not move the Master Control
lever to "Warm Start" n quickly enough
after the engine began to fire, the
combustion chamber has flooded.
: Press down the throttle trigger
interlock, open the throttle fully and
set the Master Control lever to cold
start l.
: Remove the chain sprocket cover.
: Pull off the spark plug boot.
: Unscrew and dry off the spark plug.
: Set the Master Control lever to
“Stop” position 0
: Crank the engine several times with
the starter to clear the combustion
chamber.
: Refit the spark plug and connect the
spark plug boot –
reassemble the other parts.
: Set Master Control lever to “Warm
Start” n – even if engine is cold!
: Now start the engine.
If fuel tank has been run until dry and
then refueled:
: Pull starter rope several times until
fuel line is primed.
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