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5.After engine fires or five (5) pulls, move choke lever to “Run” position. Hold throttle trigger fully depressed and pull starter handle/rope until engine starts and runs. Release throttle trigger and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes.

NOTE

If engine does not start with choke in “Run” position after 5 pulls, repeat instructions.

6.After engine warm up, gradually depress throttle trigger to increase engine RPM to operating speed.

STARTING WARM ENGINE

GT-2000

GT-2400

WARNING DANGER

The cutting attachment should not rotate at idle. If attachment rotates, readjust carburetor according to "Carburetor Adjustment" instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

1.Stop Switch - Start/Run. Move stop switch button (A) away from the STOP position.

2.Start - Pull Rope. Lay the trimmer on a flat clear area and pull the starter handle (D) until the engine fires.

NOTE

D

If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure.

 

 

 

 

 

STOPPING ENGINE

1.Release Throttle. Allow engine to idle for a minute.

2.Stop Switch - Stop. Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position.

WARNING DANGER

If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using trimmer again.

NOTE

Refer to the Grass Trimmer / Brush Cutter Safety Manual for proper and safe trimming techniques.