Operation Manual
45MS 650, MS 660
English / USA
Adjusting Idle Speed
Engine stops while idling
: Carry out standard setting on low 
speed screw (L). 
: Turn the idle speed screw (LA) 
clockwise until chain begins to run – 
then back it off 
1
/
4
 turn.
Chain runs when engine is idling
: Carry out standard setting on low 
speed screw (L). 
: Turn the idle speed screw (LA) 
counterclockwise until chain begins 
to run – then turn it another 
1
/
4
 turn 
in the same direction.
Erratic idling behavior, poor 
acceleration
(even though standard setting of low 
speed screw is correct)
Idle setting is too lean. 
: Turn the low speed screw (L) 
counterclockwise (no further than 
stop) until engine runs and 
accelerates smoothly.
It is usually necessary to change the 
setting of the idle speed screw (LA)
after every correction to the low speed 
screw (L). 
Fine Tuning for Operation at High 
Altitude
A slight correction of the setting may be 
necessary if engine power is not 
satisfactory when operating at high 
altitude:
: Check the standard setting. 
: Warm up the engine. 
: Turn high speed screw (H) slightly 
clockwise (leaner). On models with 
H = 
3
/
4
 , turn no further than stop.
If the setting is too lean there is 
a risk of engine damage due to 
insufficient lubrication and 
overheating.
LA
L
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