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Operation
Starting the cold engine
Starter handle
1. Ignition switch.
2. Throttle trigger.
3. Throttle latch.
Before starting engine make sure cutting attachment is not in touch with ground or other
objects.
Place ignition switch in the "
START
" position.
4. Purge bulb.
5. Fuel return line.
6. Choke lever.
Push purge bulb until fuel is visible in clear fuel return line.
Move choke lever to close ( ) position.
Pull starter handle until first firing sound.
Move choke lever to open ( ) position.
Restart engine and allow to warm up.
When engine is hard to start, use throttle latch.
Pull throttle trigger fully and push throttle latch and release throttle trigger to activate throttle
latch.
After engine starts, pull throttle trigger slightly to release throttle latch immediately.
Starting the warm engine
Place ignition switch in the "
START
" position.
Move choke lever to open ( ) position.
If tank is not empty, pull starter handle.
If fuel tank is empty, after refilling, push the purge bulb (until fuel is visible in clear fuel return
line).
Pull starter handle.
WARNING
When engine starts, the cutting attachment may rotate, even with throttle trigger in
low-speed position.
After engine starts, pull throttle trigger slightly to release throttle latch
immediately.
Never use throttle latch for operation.
When engine is started, confirm if there is not any abnormal vibration or sound.
If there is abnormal vibration or sound, ask your dealer to repair.
NOTE
Check unit for loose nuts, bolts and screws before starting.
Always clear work area of debris before starting operation.
Always hold the unit firmly on the ground.
When pulling starter handle, use short pulls, 1/2 to 2/3 of rope length.
Do not allow the starter handle to snap back against the housing.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 4 pulls, use cold starting procedure.
