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Stihl MS 461 User Manual

Stihl MS 461
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MS 461 R
English
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Setting the Master Control Lever
To move the Master Control lever from
the normal run position (F) to cold start
(n), press down the throttle lockout and
squeeze the throttle trigger at the same
time.
To select warm start (n), move the
Master Control lever to cold start (l)
first, then push it into the warm start
position (n).
The change to warm start (n) is only
possible from the cold start
position (l).
The Master Control lever moves from
warm start (n) to the normal run
position (F) when the throttle trigger is
operated.
To switch off the engine, move the
Master Control lever to Stop (0).
Choke shutter closed (l)
if the engine is cold
if the engine stalls when you open
the throttle after starting.
if the fuel tank was run until empty
(engine stopped).
Starting throttle position (n)
if the engine is warm, i.e. if it has
been running for about one minute.
after engine begins to fire,
after clearing a flooded combustion
chamber.
Holding the Saw
There are two ways of holding the saw
when starting.
On the ground
N Place your saw on the ground.
Make sure you have a firm footing
check that the chain is not touching
any object or the ground.
N Hold the saw firmly on the ground
with your left hand on the front
handle – your thumb should be
under the handle.
N Put your right foot into the rear
handle or your right heel on the rear
hand guard and press down.
Between knees or thighs
N Hold the rear handle tightly between
your legs, just above the knees.
N Hold the front handle firmly with
your left hand – your thumb should
be under the handle.
3443BA024 KN
3443BA025 KN

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Stihl MS 461 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Motor type2-stroke motor
Chain gauge1.6 mm
Chain pitch3/8 \
Automatic oilingYes
Oil tank capacity0.325 L
Fuel tank capacity0.8 L
Engine displacement76.5 cm³
Engine power6 hp
Power sourceGasoline
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight6700 g

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