Stopping Engine; Operating Blower - Echo ES-250 SHRED ‘N’ VAC Operator's Manual

OPERATION
4. Recoil Starter
Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle handle
with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (E)
until engine fires.
Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2 ~ 2/3 of rope for
starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the
unit firmly.
Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start
Procedure.

Stopping Engine

1. Throttle Trigger/Throttle Position Lever
Release throttle trigger (F). Move throttle position lever (B)
forward to idle position and allow engine to return to idle
before shutting off engine.
2. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) to STOP position.
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START
position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again.

Operating Blower

Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide
(CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause
unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can
cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that
exhaust is directed away from your face and body.
Always wear safety glasses, hearing protection and a face
filter mask or serious personal injury may result. Do not
point the blower pipe in the direction of people or pets.
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