Fueling
Before fueling, clean the filler cap and the area around it
to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank.
Always thoroughly shake the mixture in the canister be-
fore fueling your machine.
In order to reduce the risk of burns or other per-
sonal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes,
remove the fuel filler cap carefully so as to allow
any pressure build-up in the tank to release slowly.
After fueling, tighten fuel cap as securely as pos-
sible by hand.
Starting / Stopping the Engine
STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING! The engine must be started in an
area at least 3metres fromwhere you refilled
the fuel tank.
Before starting the engine:
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Place the machine firmly on the ground.
- Remove the guard from the cutting unit (if used).
- Make sure the cutting unit is not touching the
ground or any other object.
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Make sure you have a firm footing
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Do not stand or kneel on the drive tube.
• Cold starting
NOTE:
A “cold” start of the engine means starting it after
at least 5minutes fromwhen it was switched off or after
refuelling.
1 Set the switch (15) to «START».
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2. Operate the starter, turning lever (8) to «OFF»..
3. Press the primer device button (1) ca. 6 times to
prime the carburettor.
4. Press the safety lever (7), activate the throttle trigger
(6) and hold it in this position using the shutter button
(18 - if provided); then release the safety lever (7).
5.
Hold the machine firmly on the ground with one hand
on the power unit, in order not to lose control of the
machine during startup.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent distortions, the drive tube must
not be used as a support for the hand or knee during
startup.
6. Pull the starter rope (4) slowly for 10 - 15 cm until you
feel some resistance, then tug it hard a few times until
you hear the engine turn over.
IMPORTANT:
To avoid breaking the starter rope, do not
pull the whole length of it or let it slide along the edge of
the cable guide hole. Release the starter gradually, to
avoid letting it fly back uncontrollably.
7. Slide the choke (8) to «ON» position.