Starting The Machine; Stopping The Machine - Makita HTR4901 Instruction Manual

STARTING THE MACHINE

Move at least 3 meters away from the place of refuelling. Place the Hedge
Trimmer on a clean area of ground make sure that the cutting tool does not
come into contact with the ground or any other objects.
Cold starting (When the engine is cold or it has been stopped for more than
5 minutes or when fuel is added to the engine.)
1. Push the I-­O switch (1) to "I" position.
2. Give a gentle push on the primer pump (2) repeatedly (7 to 10 times) until
fuel comes into the primer pump.
3. Move the choke lever (3) to position "
4. Hold the unit down firmly so you will not lose control while cranking the
engine. If not held down properly, the engine could pull you off balance or
swing the cutting blade into an obstruction or your body.
5. Pull the starter handle slowly for 10 to 15 cm, and check the location of
pressure.
6. Pull strongly when pressurization can be felt and start the engine.
7. When the engine starts, return the choke lever to "
choke lever will return to "
is operated and the throttle is opened.
8. Run the engine for approximately one minute at a moderate speed before
applying full speed.
Note: • If the starter handle is pulled repeatedly when the choke lever
remains at " " position, the engine will not start easily due to
excessive fuel intake.
• In case of excessive fuel intake, remove the spark plug and pull
the starter handle slowly to remove excess fuel. Also, dry the
electrode section of the spark plug.
Hot staring: (Restarting immediately after the engine has stopped) When
restarting a hot engine, first try the above procedure: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6. If the engine
does not start, repeat above steps 1-8.
Note: Do not pull the starter rope to its full extent and do not allow
the starter grip to be retracted without control, ensure that it is
retracted slowly.

STOPPING THE MACHINE

1. Release the throttle lever completely.
2. P ush the I-­O switch (1) to "O" position, the engine rotation will become low
and the engine will stop.
".
". Please note that the
" position automatically when the throttle lever
(1)
(2)
(3)
10
(1)