Tempest VentMaster 3120K, Operation Manual

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STARTING AND STOPPING
Starting and stopping
Starting a cold engine
Ignition: Slide the ignition switch to the left.
Choke: Pull the choke control fully out.
Start throttle lock: Press in the throttle trigger lock, throttle
control and then the start throttle lock (A). Release the throttle
control and it is locked in the half throttle position. The lock
releases when the throttle control is pressed in fully.
Automatic decompression valve
The machine is equipped with an automatic decompression
valve to facilitate the start of the power cutter.
Starting a warm engine
Use the same starting procedure as for a cold engine but
without setting the choke control in the choke position.
Starting
Grip the front handle with your left hand. Put your right foot on
the lower section of the rear handle pressing the machine
against the ground.
Never twist the starter cord around
your hand.
Grip the starter handle, slowly pull out the cord with your right
hand until you feel some resistance (the starter pawls grip),
now quickly and powerfully pull the cord.
CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do
not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended.
This can damage the machine.
When the engine starts, quickly apply full throttle to
automatically disengage fast idle.
Stopping
The engine is stopped by switching the ignition off using the
stop switch.
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WARNING! Note the following before
starting:
Do not start the power cutter without the belt
guard fitted. Otherwise the clutch could
come loose and cause personal injuries.
Always move the machine away from the
refuelling area before starting.
Ensure that you and the machine have a
good working stance and that the cutting
blade can rotate freely.
Keep people and animals well away from the
working area.
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WARNING! The cutting blade rotates when
the engine is started. Make sure it can rotate
freely.