Starting Cold Engine - Echo GT-225 Operator's Manual

IMPORTANT
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel
stabilizer is added.
IMPORTANT
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use.

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WARNING
The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts
and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep
movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from
objects that could become entangled or thrown.
1. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Choke
Move choke (B) to "Cold Start" (
3. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in
the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5
times.
4. Recoil Starter
Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear
of all obstacles. Firmly grasp right hand grip with left hand and
fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull
recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires (or maximum five
[5] pulls).
5. Choke
After engine fires or five (5) pulls, move choke lever back to "Run"
( ) position. Hold throttle trigger fully depressed and pull starter
handle/rope until engine starts and runs. Release throttle trigger
and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes.
NOTE
If engine does not start with choke in "Run" position after 5 pulls,
repeat instructions 2-5.
6. After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to increase
engine RPM to operating speed.
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