Echo CS-305, CS-306, CS-306 STARTING WARM ENGINE, RUNNING, STOPPING

STARTING WARM ENGINE

1.Ensure that there is fuel and chain oil in the tanks. (If fuel tank was emptied during previous operation, refill tank and push purge bulb 10 times.)

2.Move chain brake lever fully forward to engage chain brake before starting.

3.Turn switch (A) to “RUN” position (I).

4.Pull starter handle.

5.Choke may be used if necessary, but be sure to push it back on first firing sound.

NOTE

If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use cold start proce- dure.

RUNNING

WARNING DANGER

The saw chain should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

NOTE

If saw chain moves adjust carburetor according to “Carbure- tor Adjustment” instructions in this manual, or see your dealer.

•After engine starts, allow it to return to idle.

•Move chain brake lever fully rearward to release chain brake.

•Press throttle control lockout then gradually squeeze throttle trigger to increase engine speed.

•Saw chain starts moving when the engine reaches approxi- mately 4200 rpm.

•Ensure proper acceleration and lubrication of chain and bar.

•Do not run the engine at high speed unnecessarily.

•Be sure that saw chain stops moving when throttle trigger is released.

STOPPING

1.Release throttle trigger and turn switch (A) to STOP (O) position.

2.Move chain brake lever fully forward to engage chain.

NOTE

If engine does not stop, pull choke out fully to stop engine.

Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again.