Starting the Engine, To Shut Engine Down

4unit operation (cont.)

STARTING THE ENGINE (cont.)

•Bracing unit with one hand on the upper handle and a foot on the right rear tire, firmly grasp recoil handle and pull briskly. You may have to pull several times before engine starts. (If engine fails to start within a reasonable amount of time, discontinue and check engine manual for further instructions.) Note: Do not allow recoil rope to snap back into recoil; damage to the rope or recoil could result.

•After engine starts, move engine speed control to approximately half and return choke control to open “OFF” position.

RECOIL HANDLE

PULL

BRISKLY

TO SHUT ENGINE DOWN:

•Move engine speed control to slow “Turtle” position.

•Allow engine to idle for 2-3 minutes before shutting down.

•Move engine speed control to “STOP” position. Turn fuel valve to closed position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you experience problems with your engine that cannot be satisfactorily resolved by following the instructions con- tained within the engine manual, contact your local engine dealer, or call the toll-free service number listed in the repair section of the engine manual. All engine service, warranty or otherwise, is required to be performed by a manufacturer-authorized service center. The equipment manufacturer is neither authorized nor responsible for any type of warranty engine service, nor is it equipped to perform any such service.

BLOWER OPERATION

DANGER! DO NOT PASS BY OR STAND ON THE AIR DISCHARGE SIDE OF ANY LEAF BLOWER WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. HIGH VELOCITY DISCHARGE CAN EASILY TURN HARMLESS DEBRIS INTO FLYING PROJECTILES.

DANGER! NEVER INSERT ANY BODY PART OR FOREIGN OBJECT INTO ANY OPENING WHILE UNIT IS RUNNING. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN RESULT.