4Hold the recoil starter handle (D) firmly with your right hand (see Figure 13).
5Hold the edger handle firmly with your left hand.
6Slowly pull the starter rope handle until resistance is felt, then pull quickly. DO NOT allow the starter rope to snap back. Let the rope slowly rewind.
7When the engine starts, move the throttle control lever forward to the FAST position to increase speed or back to decrease speed. During normal use, run the engine at full speed .
8If assistance is needed, see the “Troubleshooting” Chart.
NOTE: The cutting blade speed is controlled by the engine speed.
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Figure 13: Recoil Start
WARNING
Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.
Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.
•Before starting the engine, make sure to raise the blade.
•When starting engine, pull the starter rope handle slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly.
•Remove all external equipment/engine loads before starting engine.
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Operation
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