Stihl FS 260 C Instruction Manual - Page 35

Symbols on choke lever 5 English 6BA012 KN 1BA001 KN 002BA489 KN Run position F - a hot engine is started in this position or the engine runs in this position. Start position } - a cold engine is started in this position. Starting the Engine 4 N Press the manual fuel pump bulb (4) at least five times - even if the bulb is filled with fuel. The choke lever is in the normal run position F. 9926BA006 KN N If the engine is cold: Depress in the outer edge (arrows) of the choke lever (5) and then turn it to Start }. Cranking N Place the unit on the ground: It must rest securely on the engine's guard plate and the deflector. Check that the cutting attachment is not touching the ground or any other obstacles. N Make sure you have a firm footing, either standing, stooping or kneeling. N Hold the unit firmly on the ground with your left hand and press down - do not touch the throttle trigger or throttle trigger lockout. NOTICE Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube. 6BA011 KN N Hold the starter grip with your right hand. N Pull the starter grip steadily. NOTICE Do not pull out the starter rope all the way - it might otherwise break. N Do not let the starter grip snap back. Guide it slowly back into the housing so that the starter rope can rewind properly. N Continue cranking until the engine runs. N If the engine does not start: Turn the choke lever to the start position } and repeat starting procedure. Using the machine If you have started the machine for the first time, refer to the notes on "Starting for first time" in section "Other Hints on Starting". FS 360 C 33