Echo HC-152 Trimmer User Manual


 
HC-152 OPERATION
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Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Choke
Move choke (B) to Cold Start ( ) (closed) position.
3. 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.
4. Recoil Starter
Lay the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the front handle securely
with one hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until
engine fires (or 5 pulls maximum).
5. Choke
After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke (B) to the Run
( ) (open) position. Restart engine if necessary and allow
unit to warm up at idle fo rseveral minutes.
Note: If engine does not start with choke in “Run” position after
5 pulls, repeat instructions 2 - 5.
The blades must not move at idle, otherwise serious
personal injury may result. Periodic carburetor adjustment
may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle. If blades move, readjust carburetor
according to “Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer.
6. Throttle Trigger
After engine warm-up, grip the rear handle and front handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout, and
gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed.
B
C
D
B