Starting Warm Engine; Stopping Engine - Echo HC-245 Operator's Manual

startIng warm engIne

The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close
the choke.
WARNING
The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury
may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to as-
sure blades do not move at idle.
If blades move, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Ad-
justment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer.
1. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
3. Recoil Starter
Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the support handle securely
with right hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (D) with left hand
until engine fires.
NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure.

stoppIng engIne

1. Throttle
Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off
engine.
2. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) to STOP position.
WARNING
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi-
tion, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have
your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using hedge clipper
again.
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