Stihl MS 261 C-Q Product Instruction Manual - Page 35

In the event of engine running problems, first check that conditions for use of the cover plate still apply. Fitting the cover plate N Place the cover plate (1) in position, engage the two tabs (arrows), and secure it with the screws (2). 5902BA004 KN 001BA140 KN Starting / Stopping the Engine Positions of Master Control lever STOP 0 Stop 0 - engine off - the ignition is switched off. Normal run position F - engine runs or can fire. Starting throttle n - this position is used to start a warm engine. The Master Control lever moves to the normal run position as soon as the throttle trigger is squeezed. Choke shutter closed l - this position is used to start a cold engine. English Setting the Master Control lever To move the Master Control lever from the normal run position (F) to choke closed (l), press down the throttle trigger lockout and squeeze the throttle trigger at the same time and hold them in that position - now set the Master Control lever. To select the starting throttle position (n), move the Master Control lever to choke closed (l) first, then push it into the starting throttle position (n). The Master Control lever must be in the choke closed position (l) before it can be moved to the starting throttle position (n). The Master Control lever moves from the starting throttle position (n) to the normal run position (F) when you press down the throttle trigger lockout and blip the throttle trigger at the same time. To switch off the engine, move the Master Control lever to Stop 0. Choke shutter closed (l) - If the engine is cold - If the engine stalls when you open the throttle after starting. - If the fuel tank was run until empty (engine stopped). Starting throttle position (n) - If the engine is warm, i.e. if it has been running for about one minute. - When the engine begins to fire. - After clearing a flooded combustion chamber. MS 261 C-Q 33