Echo PPF-225 Pole Saw User Manual


 
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s t a r t I n g c o l d e n g I n e
WARNING
The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts
and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep
movable parts of the attachment off the ground and away from
objects that could become entangled or thrown.
1. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) forward away from the STOP position.
2. Choke
Move choke (B) to “Cold Start” ( ) Position.
3. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and ows 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 contacted by the cutting attachment when starting.
Keep helpers and bystanders at least 15 m (50 ft.) from starting
area, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
4. Recoil Starter
Lay the unit on a at area and keep movable attachment parts clear
of all obstacles. Firmly grasp right hand grip and throttle trigger
lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide
open position. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until
engine res (or maximum ve [5] pulls).
5. Choke
After engine res (or ve [5] pulls), move choke lever back to
“Run” ( ) position. Hold throttle trigger and throttle trigger
lockout fully depressed and pull recoil starter handle/rope until en-
gine starts and runs. Release throttle trigger and 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.
6. After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to increase
engine RPM to operating speed.
C
A
B
D