Shindaiwa DH254, X7502864301 manual Starting Procedure, Cranking the Engine

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Starting Procedure

IMPORTANT!

Engine ignition is controlled by a two-position on-off switch mounted on the throttle body. This switch is typically labeled “I” for ON and “O” for OFF.

WARNING!

The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable 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.

NOTE:

The blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover before using the unit.

1.Slide the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) position. See Figure 4.

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.

3.Prime the carburetor by repeatedly depressing the carburetor primer bulb until clear fuel can be seen flowing through the transparent primer bulb.

IMPORTANT!

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

4. (Cold engine only)

Choke the engine by moving the choke lever forward to the closed” position. See Figure 7.

Cranking the Engine

1.Place the unit on the ground. Grip the engine cover with your left hand and the starter handle with your right hand (shown).

2.Pull the starter handle slowly toward you until you feel the starter mechanism engage.

3.Start the trimmer by pulling the starting handle rapidly outward.

CAUTION!

The recoil starter can be easily damaged by abuse!

■■Always engage the starter before attempting to crank the engine. ■■Never pull the starter cord to its full length.

■■Always rewind the starter cord slowly.

Ignition ON

Ignition

Switch

Figure 4

 

 

Throttle

 

 

 

Lock

 

 

 

Throttle

 

 

 

Trigger

 

Fast Idle

 

 

 

 

Button

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Primer Bulb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 6

Choke

Closed

Figure 7

Figure 8

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Contents DH254 Hedge Trimmer Contents IntroductionStay Alert General Safety InstructionsWork Safely Minimize the Risk of FireOperating Precautions Safety Equipment and Labels SpecificationsUnit Description Emission Control Exhaust & EvaporativePrior to use Assembly Blade Stiffener RemovalInstall Blade Stiffener Mixing FuelAfter use Handling FuelFilling the Fuel Tank Minimize the Risk of FireCranking the Engine Starting ProcedureRecoil starter can be easily damaged by abuse Stopping the Engine When the motor startsStarting a Flooded Engine If the Engine Does Not StartDaily Maintenance/Inspection Maintenance and AdjustmentsAir Filter Throttle Cable Free Play Hour MaintenanceMore frequently in dusty conditions 10/15-Hour Maintenance Every 10 to 15 hours of operationBlades Hour or Annual MaintenanceGearcase Lubrication Every 20 HoursValve Adjustment Spark Arrester Screen Maintenance Carburetor AdjustmentIdle Speed Adjustment Long Term StorageTroubleshooting Guide Possible CauseIs the engine overheating? Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Exceptions Purchased Repair Parts and Accessories 99922201033 Page Page Page Servicing Information Parts/Serial Number

X7502864301, DH254 specifications

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