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23.2 Clearing the Combustion Chamber
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, use only spark
plugs authorized by STIHL. Always press the spark plug
boot snugly onto the spark plug terminal.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, always move the Master Control
Lever to position
before pulling the starter grip if the
spark plug boot has been removed.
If you believe the engine is flooded, you must clear the
combustion chamber before you can start the saw. To clear
the combustion chamber:
► Shut off the engine, @ 15.
► Engage the chain brake, @ 12.1.
► Allow the chain saw to cool down.
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► Open the shroud locks (1) by turning them 1/4 turn
counter-clockwise with the combination wrench.
► Remove the shroud (2).
► Remove the spark plug boot (3).
► Unscrew the spark plug and dry it.
► Move the Master Control Lever to position
► Pull the starter grip and guide it back several times.
The combustion chamber will be cleared.
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► Re-insert the spark plug and tighten it down firmly.
► Connect the spark plug boot (3) and press it down firmly.
► Place the shroud in position.
► Tighten the shroud locks until you hear an audible click.
24 Specifications
24.1 EPA
The Emission Compliance Period referenced on the
Emissions Compliance Label indicates the number of
operating hours for which the engine has been shown to
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meet federal emission requirements.
Category:
A = 300 hours
B = 125 hours
C = 50 hours
24.2 STIHL MS 462 C-M
– Displacement: 4.41 cu. in. (72.2 cm³)
– Engine power according to ISO 7293: 5.9 bhp (4.4 kW)
– Idle speed according to ISO 11681: 2,800 ± 50 rpm
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– Maximum engine speed: 13,500 rpm
– Recommended spark plugs: NGK CMR6H by STIHL
24 Specifications
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