If you use power tools with a starter cord, it’s worth knowing that STIHL ErgoStart technology takes much of the work out of starting them.
14.07.2023
STIHL ErgoStart is an innovative system that makes it possible to start STIHL power tools with minimum effort. This is thanks to an additional spring between the crankshaft and starter cord reel. You can identify which STIHL power tools feature ErgoStart by the “E” in the product designation.
While activating a standard starter cord system requires quick, jerky movements, if your power tools have STIHL ErgoStart you only need to gently pull the starter cord – the ErgoStart system from STIHL does the rest.
A smooth pull on the starter cord primes the spring between the cord reel and crankshaft. The engine starts as soon as the stored spring force is greater than the engine compression, thereby preventing arm and hand strain caused by the engine compression.