Makita EB7660WH Original Instruction Manual page 10

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Warm-up is complete when quick engine acceleration from low
rpm to full throttle is felt.
NOTE: If the operator keeps pulling the starter handle several
times with the choke lever left in the "CLOSE" position, the
engine may be difficult to start because of flooding of the fuel.
In case of flooding of the fuel, remove the spark plug and pull the
handle several times rapidly to discharge any excess fuel. Dry the
spark plug electrode.
When the engine is warm (warm start)
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Put the blower on a flat surface.
2. Push the primer pump several times.
3. Make sure that the choke lever is open.
4. Stump the pedal with your right foot, and hold the top of the unit
cover with left hand to prevent the engine from moving.
5. Pull out slowly the starter handle till feeling compression. Then
pull it strongly.
6. When the engine is difficult to start, open the throttle by about 1/3.
Stopping the engine
For tube throttle model: Release the throttle trigger and then set the
stop control lever to "O" position.
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► 1. Throttle trigger 2. Stop control lever
For hip throttle model: Set the throttle lever to the low speed posi-
tion to reduce the engine speed. Then set the stop switch to "O"
position.
► 1. Throttle lever 2. Stop switch
Prevention from carburetor icing
NOTICE:
When environmental temperature is higher than
10°C, always return the lever to normal (sun mark) setting.
Otherwise the engine may be damaged by overheating.
When the environmental temperature is low and humidity is high,
water vapor may freeze inside the carburetor and the engine drives
unsteadily (carburetor icing). Change the setting of the anti icing lever
as follows if necessary.
Environment temperature is higher than 10°C: Turn the lever to nor-
mal position (sun mark).
Environment temperature is equal or lower than 10°C: Turn the lever
to anti-icing position (snow mark).
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Adjusting shoulder strap
1. Adjust the shoulder strap to a length that is comfortable to work
while carrying the blower.
To fasten the strap, pull the end of the strap downwards.
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► 1. Shoulder strap
To loosen the strap, pull up the end of the fastener.
► 1. Fastener
2. Pull the stabilizer strap until there are no space left between your
back and the blower housing.
To fasten the strap, pull the end of the strap downwards.
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