The Handy THHC30SB, Operator'S Manual And Parts List

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OPERATION
Before use, check that the cutter blade is not damaged, the handles a
nd
con
trols are easy to use and that the STOP On/Off switch operates correctly.
The idling speed should be set so that the blades do not move whilst the
en
gine is idling.
1.
Push the STOP switch to “I” position.
2. Squeeze lock lever A and then the throttle lever B.
3. Keeping throttle lever B depressed, press throttle lock C inward.
4. Keeping throttle lock C depressed, release throttle lever B - this will lock
throttle lever B in position.
5. Gently depress the primer pump 7-10 times until fuel comes into the primer
pump.
6. Move the choke lever to ‘open’.
7.
Holding the unit down firmly, slowly pull the starter cord until resistance is
felt and continue with a sharp pull until the engine fires.
8. Move the choke lever to ‘closed’ and pull the starter cord again until the
engine fires.
9. As soon as the engine starts, squeeze and release the throttle, th
i
s
releases
the throttle lever B so that the engine can idle.
10. Run the engine for approximately one minute at moderate speed before
applying full speed.
•
If starting a warm engine, try procedures 1, 7 and 8. If the engine does not
start repeat the whole procedure from step 1.
To Stop the Machine :
• Release the throttle lever completely and push the STOP switch to the “O”
position.