Starting Cold Engine - Echo PB-200 - 01-09 Operator's Manual

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• Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual
and instructions for safe operation.
• Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person work-
ing within the 15 m (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective
Equipment and clothing.
1. Stop Switch
Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Throttle Position
Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full
throttle positions.
3. Choke
Move choke (C) to "Cold Start" (
4. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
IMPORTANT
Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2-2/3 of rope for start-
ing. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit
firmly.
5. Recoil Starter
Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with
left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (E) until en-
gine fires (5 pulls maximum).
6. Choke
After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke lever to "Run" (
position and pull starter handle/rope until engine starts and runs.
Allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes.
NOTE
If engine does not start with choke in "Run" position after 5 pulls,
repeat instructions 2- 5.
7. After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to in-
crease engine RPM to operating speed.
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