MS 241 C-M
English
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On the ground 
N Place the chain saw securely on the 
ground – assume a steady stance- 
the saw chain must not touch any 
objects and also must not touch the 
ground
N With the left hand on handlebar, 
press the chain saw firmly against 
the ground – thumb wrapped 
around the handlebar
N Place your right foot into the rear 
handle
Between the knees or thighs
N Clamp the rear handle between the 
knees or thighs
N Grip the handlebar firmly with the 
left hand – thumb wrapped around 
the handlebar
Starting
N With the right hand, pull the starter 
grip slowly until you feel it engage – 
and then give it a brisk strong pull – 
simultaneously press down on the 
handlebar – do not pull the starter 
rope out all the way – risk of 
breakage! Do not let the starter grip 
snap back – guide it vertically back 
into the housing so that the starter 
rope can rewind properly 
With a new engine or after a long period 
of disuse, with machines without an 
additional manual fuel pump, it may be 
necessary to pull the starter rope several 
times – to prime the fuel line.