McCulloch 115376727, MC025 HOW to Stop Your Unit, HOW to Start Your Unit, Starting a Cold Engine

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WARNING: Alternative fuels (not gas-

Primer Bulb

oline) such as E--15 (15% alcohol), E--20 (20%

 

alcohol), E--85 (85% alcohol) are NOT classified

 

as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in 2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels will cause problems such as: improper clutch engagements, overheating, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets and internal carburetor components, etc. Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into the fuel/oil mixture leading to oil and fuel separation.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

Start Lever

S Release the throttle trigger.

 

S Push and release the engine ON/STOP switch. The switch will automatically return to the ON position. Wait 5 seconds before at- tempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset.

ON/STOP

Switch

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

WARNING: Avoid any contact with the muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

Starting position

HELPFUL TIP

If your engine still does not start after following these instructions, please call 1-800-554-6723.

STARTING A COLD ENGINE

NOTE: DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine has started and runs.

1.Set unit on a flat surface.

2.Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

3.Move the start lever to the START posi- tion.

Starter Handle

4.Pull starter rope handle sharply until en- gine starts and runs.

5.Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen- gage the starting system.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1.Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until engine runs smoothly.

2.Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing throttle trigger until engine runs.

NOTE: Normally, the warm starting proce- dure can be used within 5--10 minutes after the unit is turned off. If the unit sits for more than 10 minutes without being ran, it will be necessary to start the unit by following the steps under STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the starting instruction steps shown on the unit.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by placing the start lever to the RUN position. Fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. This could require pulling the starter handle many times, depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. The optional attachments are:

MODEL: Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP4000C Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P

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Contents English Español Français Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’InstructionsHazard zone for thrown objects Identification of Safety SymbolsIdentification of Safety Symbols Optional Attachments Safety RulesOperator Safety Transporting and Storage Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Line Trimmer SafetyBrushcutter Safety Edger SafetyBLOWER/VACUUM Safety Away from the operator Cultivator SafetyHedge Trimmer Safety Pole Pruner SafetyOr broken Snow Thrower SafetyKnow how to stop quickly AnotherAttaching Shield AssemblyInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment Adjusting the Assist HandleOperation Starting a Warm Engine HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit Starting a Cold EngineEye Protection Long Pants Heavy Shoes Attachment Coupler Installing Optional ATTACH- MentsOperating Position Trimmer Line AdvanceInches 8 cm above ground Cutting MethodsMaintenance Replacing the Line Service and AdjustmentsDust Cup Carburetor Idle Speed AdjustmentReplacing the Trimmer Head Other Seasonal StorageFuel System EngineTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Ligations The U.S. Environmental Limited WarrantyHarris Corners Canada, contactIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours