McCulloch 433L Starting A Warm Engine, Starting A Flooded Engine, Operating The Coupler

1.Set unit on a flat surface.

2.Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

3.Move the start lever to the START position.

4.Pull starter rope handle sharply until en- gine starts and runs.

5.Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen- gage the starting system.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

Pull starter rope sharply until engine starts and runs.

NOTE: Normally, the warm starting procedure can be used within 5 -- 10 minutes after the unit is turned off. If the unit sits for more than 10 min- utes without being run, it will be necessary to start the unit by following the steps under STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the starting instruction steps shown on the unit.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Move the start lever to the RUN position and fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. This could require pulling the starter handle many times, depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLE-

SHOOTING TABLE.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed.

WARNING: Always stop unit and dis- connect spark plug before removing or instal- ling attachments.

REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH- MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT- TACHMENTS)

CAUTION: When removing or installing at- tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

AttachmentLOOSEN

3.While securely holding the engine and up- per shaft, pull the attachment straight out of the coupler.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH- MENTS

1.Remove the shaft cap from the attach- ment (if present).

2.Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler.

3.Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.

4.Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler Primary Hole

Guide Recess

Locking/

Upper Release Attachment

Shaft Button

WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri- ous injury or damage to the unit.

Locking/Release

Button in Primary Hole

OPERATING POSITION

ALWAYS WEAR: Safety helmet

Knob

TIGHTEN

2. Press and hold the locking/release button.

Hearing protection

Heavy, long pants

Eye protection

Locking/Release

Button

Attachment Coupler Upper Shaft

Boots

Cut from your left to your right.

When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto clamp, stand as shown and check for the fol- lowing:

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