Engine Operation; Starting The Engine - Shindaiwa EB8520RT Operator's Manual

Starting the engine

When starting the engine, observe the precautions described from Page 4 in the section "For safe use of your prod-
uct" to ensure that you operate the product correctly.
Do not operate the product unless the housing cover and blower pipes are properly installed.
Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality.
NOTE
Pull out the starter grip gently at first, and then more rapidly. Do not pull the starter rope out to more than 2/3 of its length.
Do not let go of the starter grip as it returns.
To start the engine, return the choke knob when you hear the first explosion-like sound and pull on the starter grip again. Be
careful not to miss the first explosion-like sound.
Starting a cold engine
1. Ignition switch
1. Choke
1. Starter handle
1. Choke
WARNING
2. Throttle position lever
2. Purge bulb

Engine operation

Engine operation
Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope length for
starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold
the blower firmly.
1. Ignition Switch
Move ignition switch to "I" (START) position.
2. Throttle Position Lever
Move throttle position lever midway between idle and full
throttle positions.
3. Choke
Move choke to " " position.
4. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line.
5. Recoil Starter
Place the blower on a flat, clear area. Hold the blower firmly
with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope until
engine fires , or maximum 5 pulls.
6. Choke
Move choke to " " position and if necessary, restart engine.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, repeat instructions 3-6.
NOTE
Allow engine to warm up before use.
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