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CS-310
WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM
CAUTION
Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction
when starting the chain saw.
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake
before starting.
• Conrm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.
• Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.
• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull
starter handle.
• Choke may be used if necessary, but after rst ring sound,
pull throttle trigger to release choke.
WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD
CAUTION
Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction
when starting the chain saw.
• Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake
before starting.
• Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture. Do not over ll.
• Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant.
Do not over ll.
• Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.
• Push purge pump 3 to 4 times or until fuel is visible in
purge pump.
• Pull choke control knob all the way out. (Choke position)
NOTE
Do not pull starter rope out to the maximum possible
position.
Do not allow recoil handle to snap back against the cas-
ing.
• Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter
handle several times until rst ring sound.
• Push choke control knob all the way in.
• Pull starter handle to start the engine.
• When engine starts, immediately squeeze throttle trigger
to release throttle latch.
Open choke
Choke control knob
Chain brake
Start / Run
Ignition
switch
Chain brake
Starter handle
Choke
Choke control knob
Purge pump
CAUTION
Do not increase engine speed while chain brake is locked.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, repeat instructions.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start proce-
dure.