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Mixing Instructions
IMPORTANT: Never mix petrol and oil directly in the Hedge trimmer fuel tank.
1. Always mix fuel and oil in a clean container approved for petrol.
2. Mark the container to identify it as fuel mix for the Hedge trimmer.
3. Use regular unleaded petrol and fill the container with half the required amount of petrol.
4. Pour the correct amount of oil into the container then add the remaining amount of petrol.
5. Close the container tightly and shake it momentarily to evenly mix the oil and the petrol before filling the
tank on the Hedge trimmer.
6. When refilling the Hedge trimmer fuel tank, clean around the fuel tank cap to stop dirt and debris from
entering the tank during cap removal.
7. Always shake the premix fuel container momentarily before filling the fuel tank.
8. Always use a spout or funnel when fueling to reduce fuel spillage.
9. Fill the tank only to within 10mm from the top of the tank. Avoid filling to the top of the tank filler neck.
Starting and Stopping
Starting and Stopping
Before Starting the Engine
1. Fill the fuel tank as instructed in the Before Operation section of this manual.
2. Rest the Hedge trimmer on the ground.
3. Make sure the cutting attachment is clear of any broken glass, nails, wire, rocks or other debris.
4. Keep all bystanders, children and animals away from the working area.
Cold Starting Procedure
The carburetor on this engine is equipped with a fuel primer and a choke system.
To start a “cold” engine properly, perform the following procedure:
1. Pump the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing through the fuel return line to the fuel tank. Flowing
fuel should be almost clear, not foamy or full of bubbles.
2. Turn the choke lever to the Close
“ ”
position.
3. With the stop switch “START” (ON), and the throttle trigger positioned at Fast-idle start position, pull the
starter grip. After the engine is started, turn the choke lever to the Open
“ ”
position. Then squeeze and
release the throttle trigger to allow it to return to the idle position.
If the engine stops running before you turn the choke lever to the open
“ ”
position:
Go ahead and open the choke, pull the starter grip with the throttle trigger positioned at Fast-idle start
position.
Choke
Lever
Open
Primer Bulb
Fuel
Return Line
Starter Grip
Close