G
RASS
T
RIMMER
/B
RUSH
C
UTTER
O
PERATOR
'
S
M
ANUAL
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OPERATION
- 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
working within the 15M (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 DANGER
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) forward away from the STOP posi-
tion.
2. Choke Lever - Cold Start.
Move choke (B) to “Cold Start” Position.
3. Primer Bulb -Prime.
Pump primer bulb (C) 10 times. Fuel will be visible and flow freely
in the clear fuel tank return line.
WARNING DANGER
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. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area. Firmly grasp rear handle grip
and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull
recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires (or maximum five [5]
pulls).
A
B
C
D
D