Echo PB-265ESL, Operator'S Manual

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Engine operation
Engine operation
Starting the engine
Starting a cold engine
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Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for
starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold
the unit firmly.
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Rotate throttle handle downward to a comfortable operating
position.
1. Throttle Position Lever
Move throttle position lever to START/IDLE DETENT posi-
tion(
).
2. Choke
Move choke to " " position.
3. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line.
4. Recoil Starter
Pull recoil starter handle until engine fires, or maximum 5
pulls.
5. Choke
Move choke to " " position and if necessary, restart en-
gine.
WARNING
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When starting the engine, observe the precautions described from Page 4 in the section "For safe use of your prod-
uct" to ensure that you operate the product correctly.
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Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality.
NOTE
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Pull out the starter grip gently at first, and then more rapidly. Do not pull the starter rope out to more than 2/3 of its length.
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Do not let go of the starter grip as it returns.
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To start the engine, return the choke knob when you hear the first explosion-like sound and pull on the starter grip again. Be
careful not to miss the first explosion-like sound.
1. Throttle position lever
1. Choke 2. Purge bulb
1. Recoil starter handle
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 2-5.
NOTE
Allow engine to warm up before use.