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Chainsaws
Starting Cold Engine
Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chainsaw
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Move chain brake lever (A) fully forward to the lock position.
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Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not overfill.
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Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not overfill.
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Push purge bulb (A) three to five times or until fuel is visible in the bulb.
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Pull choke control knob (B) all the way out to the closed position.
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◆ Fast idle latch condition - After choke control knob is pulled and then knob is returned to original position, throttle remains slightly open. ◆ The chain will attempt to move when engine is started with fast idle throttle latch engaged. ◆ Do not start engine before chain brake is locked.
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Securely hold the chainsaw and pull starter handle several times until first starting sound.
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Push the choke control knob all the way in to the open position
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Pull starter handle to start the engine.
Do not pull starter rope out to the maximum possible position. Do not allow recoil handle to snap back against the casing.
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