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

O
PERATION
• Provide all operators of this equipment with the Operator's Manual
and Instructions for safe use.
• Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person working
within the 15 m (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required Protective
Equipment and clothing.
• 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

WARNING
The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment
rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment"
instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise
serious personal injury may result.
1. Stop Switch - Start/Run.
Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Choke Lever - Cold Start.
Move choke (B) to "Cold Start" Position.
3. Primer - Pump Bulb
Pump primer bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
WARNING
Inspect starting area for hazards such as rocks, glass, debris etc.
which could be thrown by the cutting attachment when starting.
Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15m (50 feet) from starting
area, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
4. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip with
left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position.
Rapidly pull starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires (maximum five
[5] pulls).
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