Stihl MS 382 User Manual

The decompression valve closes as soon as the
engine fires. For this reason you must press in
the button before each starting attempt.
WARNING
Bystanders must be well clear of the general
work area of the saw.
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► Push the hand guard (1) forward – the chain is
locked.
► Press down the trigger lockout (2) and pull the
throttle trigger (3) at the same time. Hold both
levers in that position and set the Master Con‐
trol lever to:
Choke shutter closed (l)
–
if the engine is cold (also use this position if
the engine stopped when you opened the
throttle after starting)
Starting throttle position (n)
–
if the engine is warm, i.e. if it has been running
for about one minute.
► Hold and start your saw as described.
15.6 When engine begins to fire
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► Set the Master Control lever (1) to the starting
throttle position (n).
► Press the button to open the decompression
valve.
► Hold and start your saw as described.
15.7 As soon as the engine runs
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► Blip the throttle trigger (2), the Master Control
lever (1) moves to the run position (F) and the
engine settles down to idling speed.
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► Pull the hand guard back towards the front
handle.
The chain brake is now disengaged – your saw is
ready for operation.
English 15 Starting / Stopping the Engine
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Stihl MS 382 Specifications

General

Chain pitch	3/8"
Sound pressure level	106 dB(A)
Displacement	72.2 cc
Fuel Capacity	0.68 l
Fuel tank volume	0.68 L
Chain oil tank volume	0.36 L
Bar Length	40-50 cm