Shindaiwa X7502891200, PS344 manual Starting the Engine

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Starting the Engine

IMPORTANT

Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP.

WARNING!

The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in possible serious injury. Keep mov- able parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could cause loss of control.

WARNING!

Never start the engine from the operating position.

1.Slide the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

2.Set the throttle trigger to the “fast idle”:

a.Depress and hold the throttle lock, then squeeze the throttle trigger.

b.Depress and hold the fast idle button.

c.Release the throttle trigger and throttle lock, then release fast idle button.

IMPORTANT!

The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel.

3.Press the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing in the trans- parent return tube.

4.Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position if engine is cold.

5.While holding the outer tube firmly with left hand. Use your other hand to slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt, then pull quickly to start the engine.

CAUTION!

Do not pull the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel. Pulling the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can damage the starter.

6.When the engine starts, slowly move the choke lever to the “OPEN” position. (If the engine stops after the initial start, close the choke and restart.)

7.Operating the throttle will automati- cally disengage the fast idle setting.

Throttle Lock

ON

Fast Idle

Button

Throttle

Trigger

Closed

Open

Primer Bulb

Return Tube

 

Hold

the unit

firmly...

...and pull recoil

 

starter handle

Make sure the

upward

attachment is clear

 

of obstructions!

IMPORTANT!

If the engine fails to start after several attempts with the choke in the closed position, the engine may be flooded with fuel. If flooding is suspected, refer to the ”Starting a Flooded Engine” section of this manual.

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Contents PS344 PowerBroomTM Contents IntroductionWork Safely SafetySafety Labels Use Good JudgementProperly Equipped Operator Be Aware of the Working EnvironmentSpecifications Product DescriptionAdjustable Handle AssemblyPrior to assembly Emission Control Exhaust & EvaporativeAdjust Throttle Trigger Free Play Sweeper Assembly sold separatelyMixing Fuel Fuel RequirementsAfter use Filling the fuel tankHandling Fuel Minimize the Risk of FireStarting the Engine Checking Unit Condition When the Engine StartsStopping the Engine If the engine does not startBreak-in and Operation Optional accessories Debris shieldOperating Operating TechniquesMaintenance Hour Maintenance Remove and replace the fuel filter element Hour maintenanceOverfill Hour maintenance Valve AdjustmentHour maintenance Gearcase Lubrication Replacing the gearcase oilEngine Break-In Carburetor AdjustmentMuffler Maintenance High Altitude OperationIdle Speed Adjustment Adjusting Engine IdleLong Term Storage Troubleshooting Guide Possible CauseIs the engine overheating? Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Exceptions Purchased Repair Parts and Accessories 01/2010 Servicing Information Parts/Serial Number

X7502891200, PS344 specifications

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