This is the first gas powered chain saw I have owned. As the above review states, mine also started up right out of the box.I'm glad I read the manual first, { I highly recommend you do so}. This tool does not start like a lawn mower. Just a gentle pull on the cord is all it takes, not a hard yank. I used it a lot on the first day, cutting down a leftover stump from a tree removal. This stump was about 25 " in diameter. This saw made quick work of it. Took it out two days later to do some more cutting. Started easy just like the first time.
This saw is such a joy to use, I've been voluntering yo...
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