1. Check for loose bolts, nuts and fittings.
2. Check the air cleaner for dirt. Clean the air
filter of all dirt, etc. before operation.
3. Check to be sure that protector is securely
in place.
4. Check to be sure that fuel is not leaking.
5. Check to be sure that blade is not cracked.
13. OPERATIONS
Engine starting and stopping procedures
starting cold engine
1. Move the ignition switch to "START" .
2. Give a gentle push on the primer pump
repeatedly (7-10times) until fuel comes into
the primer pump.
3. Pull the chock lever up to close choke
4. Move the throttle trigger and keep it in posi-
tion with the throttle lock (if present).
5. Pull starter handle until engine false fires.
6. Push choke lever inwards( excessive cran-
king with choke lever will cause flooding of
engine making it difficult to start.)
7. Pull starter handle until engine starts.
8. When the engine is started, disconnect the
starter by turning the choke lever to "RUN"
9. Disengage the throttle lock (if present) pres-
sing the throttle trigger briefly.
10. Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes
before using.
Starting warm engine
THE CHOKE LEVER TO THE "RUN"
• If fuel tank was not run dry, pull starter one to
three times and engine should start.
• If fuel tank was run dry, after refilling repeat
steps 1-2-7
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If the starter rope is pulled repeatedly with the
choke on, it may flood the engine and make
starting difficult.
If you have flooded the engine, remove the
spark plug and gently pull the handle on the
starter rope to eliminate any excess fuel; then
dry the spark plug electrodes and replace it
on the engine.
Stopping the engine
• Release the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to run idle for a few seconds.
• Move switch to STOP position.
14. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Use only original manufacturer´s replacement
parts, accessories and attachments. Failure
to do so can cause possible injury, poor
performance and may void your warranty.
• The cutting attachment must not rotate in
idle mode.If this requirement is not satisfied,-
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