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unit operation (cont.)
STARTING THE ENGINE (cont.)
•
Set throttle control fully toward “on” position. If
your engine has a fuel prime button, depress it
firmly three times.
•
Bracing unit with one hand, grasp recoil handle
and pull briskly. You may have to pull several
times before engine starts. (If engine fails to
start within a reasonable amount of time,
discontinue and check engine manual for
further instructions.) Note: Do not allow recoil
rope to snap back into recoil; damage to the
rope or recoil could result.
•
After engine starts, move throttle control down
to approximately half and turn off choke.
TO SHUT ENGINE DOWN:
•
Allow engine to idle for 2-3 minutes before shutting down.
•
Set throttle control fully back to ‘off’ position.
•
If engine does not cut, engage choke or turn off shutdown switch if so equipped.
•
If engine is not to be started for a prolonged period, turn fuel valve to closed position.
IMPORTANT NOTE
: If you experience problems with your engine that cannot be satisfactorily resolved by following the
instructions contained within the engine manual, contact your local engine dealer, or call the toll-free service number listed in
the repair section of the engine manual. All engine service, warranty or otherwise, is required to be performed by a
manufacturer-authorized service center. The equipment manufacturer is neither authorized nor responsible for any type of
warranty engine service, nor is it equipped to perform any such service.
BLOWER OPERATION
DANGER! DO NOT PASS BY OR STAND ON THE AIR DISCHARGE SIDE OF ANY
LEAF BLOWER WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. HIGH VELOCITY DISCHARGE CAN
EASILY TURN HARMLESS DEBRIS INTO FLYING PROJECTILES.
DANGER! NEVER INSERT ANY BODY PART OR FOREIGN OBJECT INTO ANY
OPENING WHILE UNIT IS RUNNING. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.
PULL
BRISKLY
‘ON’