Dolmar HT-2460, Instruction Manual

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Move at least 3 meters away from the place of refuelling. Place the Hedge Trimmer
on a clean area of ground make sure that the cutting tool does not come into
contact with the ground or any other objects.
Cold starting: (When the engine is cold or it has been stopped for more than
5 minutes or when fuel is added to the engine.)
1. Push the I-O switch (1) to “I” position.
2. Give a gentle push on the primer pump (2) repeatedly (7 to 10 times) until fuel
comes into the primer pump.
3. Move the choke lever (3) to position “ ”.
4. Hold the unit down firmly so you will not lose control while cranking the engine. If
not held down properly, the engine could pull you off balance or swing the cutting
blade into an obstruction or your body.
5. Pull the starter handle slowly for 10 to 15 cm, and check the location of pressure.
6. Pull strongly when pressurization can be felt and start the engine.
7. When the engine starts, return the choke lever (4) to “
”.
8. Run the engine for approximately one minute at a moderate speed before
applying full speed.
Note: • If the starter handle is pulled repeatedly when the choke lever
remains at “ ” position, the engine will not start easily due to
excessive fuel intake.
• In case of excessive fuel intake, remove the spark plug and pull the
starter handle slowly to remove excess fuel. Also, dry the electrode
section of the spark plug.
Hot starting: (Restarting immediately after the engine has stopped) When
restarting a hot engine, first try the above procedure: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6. If the engine does
not start, repeat above steps 1-8.
Note: Do not pull the starter rope to its full extent and do not allow the
starter grip to be retracted without control, ensure that it is retracted
slowly.
STARTING THE MACHINE
1. Release the throttle lever completely.
2. Push the I-O switch (1) to “O” position, the engine rotation will become low and
the engine will stop.
STOPPING THE MACHINE
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(1)