Stihl 046 Instruction Manual - Page 32

Information Before You Start - don't start the engine yet! - Starting the Saw STOP 0 4 3 2 1 The four positions of the Master Control lever To start the engine, move the lever to "Cold Start" position (1) do not use force. If the Master Control lever is on "Run" (3): Press down the throttle trigger interlock - and move the Master Control lever downward. "Cold Start" position: Choke shutter is closed - throttle trigger is in startingthrottle position. A cold engine should be started in this position. As soon as engine begins to fire, move the Master Control lever to "Warm Start" position (2): Move the Master Control lever one notch upward. 30 144BA020 KN 133BA001 K "Warm Start" position: Choke shutter is open throttle trigger is in starting-throttle position If you leave the Master Control lever in the "Cold Start" position, the combustion chamber will flood and stall the engine. The Master Control lever must be in "Warm Start" position (2) to start a warm engine. Also select this position if engine has been running but is still cold. The Master Control lever should not be forced to "Run" position (3) it will move to "Run" as soon as the throttle trigger is activated. In the "Warm Start" position, continue cranking after engine begins to fire. As soon as the engine runs, immediately blip the throttle trigger so that the Master Control lever moves to "Run" - idling position normal operating position (3). To turn off the engine: Move the Master Control lever upward to "STOP" position (4): The stop contact should engage the contact spring - this cuts off the ignition system. • Press in the button (arrow) to open the decompression valve. The valve closes automatically as soon as the engine begins to fire. For this reason the decompression valve should be pressed in before each starting attempt. 046