Operation; Starting The Engine - Craftsman CMXGHBD7186 Instruction Manual

Check the Blade Guard
The blade guard (A) is intended to protect against any part
of the body coming into contact with the blades (B).
Check that the blade guard is not damaged or distorted.
Replace the blade guard if it is bent or damaged.
Check the Air Cleaner
Check the air filter to be sure it is clean and in good
condition.
Loosen the air cleaner cover screw, and remove the air
cleaner cover, then check the main air filter. Clean or replace
the air filter if necessary.

OPERATION

Starting the engine


WARNING: The cutting attachement may start
to move when the engine is started. Make sure
the attachment can not come into contact with any
object.

CAUTION: Make sure that no unauthorized
persons are in the working area, otherwise there
is a risk of serious personal injury.
1. Press the intake pump several times until fuel begins to fill
the bulb.
2. Turn the engine switch to the" ON "position.
3. To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to
the START position. In order to restart a warm
engine, leave the choke lever in the run position.
4. Close the choke: Start position.
5. Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel it engage and
then pull it quickly.
6. Return the recoil starter gently and slowly to the original
position by hand.
7. Turn the choke lever to the run positon as the
engine begins to start.
note: when the engine is started for the very first
time. It may require a number of attempts to start until the
fuel has travelled from the tank to the motor.
Under the following conditions the machine must be
stopped:
•
When the motor rotary speed changes
• When sparks occur
• When blade are damaged
• In case of misfire
• In case of high vibration
• When flames or smoke appear
• In rain or stormy weather

WARNING: Always check that the cutting
attachment is stopped when the engine is idling.
Cutting
During cutting, do not run the engine at just above clutch
engagement speed. Any prolonged use at low speed may
cause premature wear of the clutch.
Do not run the engine at maximum speed after cutting.
Any prolonged use at the highest speed is likely to reduce
lifetime of engine.
• Adjust the throttle setting to suit the load.
• When trimming a hedge the engine should always face
away from the hedge.
• Make sure that the blades do not touch the ground.
• Work steadily, do not rush while using the trimmer.

CAUTION! In an emergency, stop the engine by
moving the engine switch to the STOP position.
In the event of an accident or breakdown, stop
working immediately and contact an authorized
service center.

CAUTION! Trim from sides of hedge first, and
then to the top. Cut slowly, especially thicker brush.

CAUTION! If anything jams in the blades while
you are working, switch off the engine and wait
until it has stopped completely before clearing
the blades.

CAUTION! To avoid possible risk, always remove
the spark plug cover before cleaning.
Vertical cut
Use arcing cuts from the bottom upwards, then downwards
using both sides of the blades.
horizontal cut
To get the best cutting results, slightly tilt the blade (5-10°)
in the direction you are cutting.
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