7
Operating Instructions
Starting
1.
The
Honda GX35 engine
is inclinable, which means it can be stored and operated in any
direction.
BEFORE STARTING, the
driver
needs to be in the
horizontal
position for 5 minutes.
2.
Before starting the post driver, press the transparent, semi-circle fuel bubble repeatedly until the
carburetor is filled with fuel. If the engine is cool,
place the choke lever to the "on" position.
3. Place one hand on the top engine cover with slight downward pressure. With your other hand, pull the
starter rope about 20" quickly.
4. After the engine has started, place the choke lever completely to the "off" position.
AFTER IDLING
FOR 5 MINUTES, start normal
work.
5.
While the post driver is running, don’t pull the starter rope. The high-speed rotating parts may damage
the starter.
Operating
1.
After the engine is started, ALLOW IT TO IDLE FOR 5 MINUTES BEFORE USE.
2.
For a brand new driver, ONLY PERFORM LOW TO MEDIUM-SPEED WORK FOR THE FIRST 24
HOURS OF USE in order to break in the engine and prolong the life of the machine.
3.
For a brand new driver, it may take 2 to 3 minutes of post driving for the machine to begin running at
a normal performance level.
4.
Do not operate the driver at a high speed when you are not driving posts.
Turning Off the Machine
1.
Release the throttle trigger and ALLOW THE MACHINE TO IDLE FOR 3 TO 5 MINUTES.
2.
Push the stop switch to the off position (see below).
S
T
O
P
Stop Switch
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