Echo CS-550P When the Engine is Cold, When the Engine is Warm, Start / Run Choke

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Chain brake

Ignition switch

Decompression device

Start / Run

Choke

Throttle trigger lockout

Throttle trigger

Starter handle

Unlock chain brake

Chain brake

Ignition switch

Decompression device

 

Start / Run

Starter handle

Unlock chain brake

WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD

CAUTION

Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw.

Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting.

Fill the fuel tank with fuel mixture.

It is not permitted to fill fuel above the shoulder level of fuel tank.

Fill the chain oil tank with lubricant. Do not over fill.

Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.

Press the decompression device.

Pull choke control knob all the way out. (Choke position)

Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle several times until first firing sound.

Push choke control knob all the way in.

Press the decompression device and pull starter handle again to start the engine.

When engine starts, immediately squeeze throttle trigger, to release throttle latch, and pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position)

WHEN THE ENGINE IS WARM

CAUTION

Make sure the bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the chain saw.

Move chain brake lever fully forward to lock chain brake before starting.

Confirm there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks.

Move ignition switch to “RUN” position.

Press the decompression device.

Securely hold the chain saw as shown and pull starter handle.

Choke may be used if necessary, but after first firing sound, pull throttle trigger to release choke.

After starting the engine, pull front hand guard towards the operator immediately. (Chain brake unlocked position)

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