Preparation For Working; Starting The Engine - Efco DS 2400D-PU Operator's Instruction Manual

Fuel Mixture
2-Cycle Engine Oil (25:1) 4%
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil
1 Gallon (US) . . . . . . . . . . 5.2 oz.
1 Liter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 cc (40 ml)
2-Cycle Engine Oil (50:1) 2%
Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil
1 Gallon (US) . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 oz.
1 Liter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 cc (20 ml)
Filling the Tank
WARNING:
instruction
Always shut off engine before
fuelling. Never add fuel to a
machine with a running or hot
engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 m)
from refuelling site before starting
engine. DO NOT SMOKE!
1. Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
2. Loosen fuel cap slowly.
3. Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank.
Avoid spillage.
4. Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and
inspect the gasket.
5. Immediately replace fuel cap and hand
tighten. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
WARNING: Check for fuel leaks,
if any are found, correct before
use. Contact a Servicing Dealer if
necessary.
OPERATION
Follow safety
for fuel handling.

Preparation for Working

Basic Cutting Procedure
1. Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip
and protection.
WARNING: Hold the power unit
firmly with both hands (Fig. 2).
Always keep your body to the
left of tube. Never use a cross-
handed grip. Left-handers should
follow these instructions too.
Keep a proper cutting stance.
2. Maintain a proper grip (Fig. 2) on the power
unit whenever the engine is running. The
fingers should encircle the handlebar and
the thumb is wrapped under the handlebar.
Fitting the harness
Correct adjustment of the harness permits
the power unit to be properly balanced and
at an appropriate height from the ground
(Fig. 5).
- Put on the single harness.
- Hook the power unit to the harness using
the hook (A, Fig. 5).
- Position the hook (16, Fig. 1) to obtain the
best power unit balance.
- Position the buckle (C, Fig. 6) to obtain
the correct power unit height.

Starting The Engine

WARNING: When the engine is
started with the choke in either the
choke or start throttle positions
the cutting attachment will start
to rotate immediately.
• Place the power unit on level ground and
ensure that no objects or obstructions are
en
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