Operation; Starting Cold Engine - Echo PE-2000 1 Operator's Manual

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O
PERATION
• Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working
within the 50 ft. (15M) Safety Zone with the required Protective
Equipment and clothing.
• Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual
and instruction for safe operation.
• During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft
housing and the bearing housing may become very hot, too hot to
touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.

STARTING COLD ENGINE

NOTE
• Check unit for loose nuts, bolts and screws before starting.
• Always clear work area of debris before starting operation.
• Always hold the unit firmly on the ground.
• When pulling recoil starter rope, use short pulls, 1/2 to 2/3 of
rope length.
• Do not allow the recoil starter handle to snap back against the
housing.
• Always hold the unit firmly.
WARNING
When engine starts, the blade may rotate, even with throttle trigger in
idle (Release) position.
1. Stop Switch - Start/Run.
Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Close Choke - Cold Start.
Move choke (B) to "Cold Start" position.
3. Primer - Pump Bulb.
Pump primer bulb (C) 10 times. Fuel will be visible and flow freely in
the "Clear" fuel return line.
WARNING
Inspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris etc. which
could be contacted by the cutting attachment when starting. Keep
helpers and bystanders at least 15 M (50 ft.) from starting area,
otherwise serious personal injury may result.
DANGER
DANGER
PE-2000
A
A
PE-2400
PE-3100
PE-2000
B
D
C