Titan TTHTP26 Manual page 26

Operation
3. Hold the machine securely to the ground with your left hand. Pull the recoil starter
handle (5) slowly with your right hand until you feel a definite resistance and then
give it a brisk, strong pull. Repeat until the engine starts (Fig. 15).
4. Squeeze the throttle control lock-out (7) and throttle control (9) and release them to
let engine run at idle speed.
After starting the engine
1. Press the throttle control lock-out (7) and then slowly press the throttle control (9)
to increase the engine speed.
2. Check if the cutting device (1) stops moving when you release the throttle control (9).
Stopping the engine
1. Release the throttle control (9) and let the equipment run in idle for a while.
2. Set the stop switch (11) to STOP.
WARNING! The cutting device (1) continues to move for some time after the
engine has been switched off. Wait until the cutting device comes to a complete
stop before setting the equipment on the ground.
Trimming tips
WARNING! When operating the equipment, always keep the exhaust outlet (21)
away from your body (Fig. 18-23).
NOTE: Always keep the cutting device (1) at an angle of approximately 15°
to the cutting surface.
> Cut and remove branches exceeding the cutting capacity of this equipment (20 mm)
using a proper pruner before operation.
> Adjust the rear handle (6) so that it fits the intended cut.
> Start the equipment as described. Press the throttle control lock-out (7), hold it
in position and then press the throttle control (9) to engage the cutter blades (2).
Operate the engine at full throttle to maintain a proper cutting speed.
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