Setting the Master Control Lever
To move the Master Control lever from
the run position F to start }, depress
the trigger lockout and the throttle trigger
and hold them in that position – set the
Master Control lever to start } and let
go of the throttle trigger and trigger
lockout.
The Master Control lever moves from
the start position (}) to the run
position (F) when you press down the
throttle trigger lockout and squeeze the
throttle trigger at the same time.
To switch off the engine, move the
Master Control lever in the direction of
STOP or † – when released, the Master
Control lever springs back to the run
position F.
Holding the Saw
There are two ways of holding the saw
when starting.
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On the ground
Place your saw on the ground.
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Make sure you have a firm footing –
check that the chain is not touching
any object or the ground.
Hold the saw firmly on the ground
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with your left hand on the front
handle – your thumb should be
under the handle.
Put your right foot into the rear
N
handle or your right heel on the rear
hand guard and press down.
Between knees or thighs
Hold the rear handle tightly between
N
your legs, just above the knees.
Hold the front handle firmly with
N
your left hand – your thumb should
be under the handle.
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