6.When the engine starts, slowly move the choke lever to the “OPEN” posi- tion. (If the engine stops after the initial start, close the choke and restart.)
7.Operating the throttle will automatically disengage the fast idle setting.
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.
When the Engine Starts...
Open
After engine starts, move choke to OPEN position
■■After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3 minutes before operating the unit. ■■After the engine is warm, pick up the unit and clip on the shoulder strap, if so equipped.
■■Advancing the throttle makes the cutting attachment move faster; releasing the throttle permits the attachment to stop moving. If the cutting attachment continues to move when the engine returns to idle, carburetor idle speed should be adjusted (see “Adjusting Engine Idle”.).
Starting A Flooded Engine
1.Slide the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) position.
2.Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by cranking the engine several times.
3.If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart at the end of this manual.
Stopping the Engine
Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the igni- tion switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position.
OFF
Checking Unit Condition
Slide ignition to OFF
NEVER operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protec- tive devices removed!
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit without written approval from Shindaiwa, Inc.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and firmly tightened before operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped cutting attachment; replace it with a serviceable one.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attachment fits properly into the appropri- ate attachment holder. If a properly installed attachment vibrates, replace the attachment with new one and
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately and check for damage if you strike a foreign object or if the unit becomes tangled. Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high RPM without a load. Doing so could dam- age the engine.
NEVER operate a unit with worn or dam- aged fasteners or attachment holders.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guaran- tee of protection against ricochet. YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!
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