CHT2250
7. Operation
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OP2
■STARTING ENGINE
WARNING
Keep the blades clear of the surrounding as they will start moving upon starting of the engine.
1.When first starting up after putting fuel into the machine, push the priming pump until fuel runs out in the clear tube. Then close the choke. Choking may not be necessary when
(1)Primer pump
(2)Choke lever
(3)CLOSE
(4)OPEN
2.Pull the throttle lever and push the lock button to set the lever in the START position. (OP2)
(1)Throttle lever
(2)Lock button
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OP6
pulling the rope or remove the spark plug and dry it.
■STOPPING ENGINE
1.Release the throttle lever and run the engine at idling speed for a half minute.
2.Slide the ignition switch to the STOP position.
NOTE
•Except for an emergency, avoid stopping the engine while running it at high speed.
■ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED
1. When the engine tends to stop frequently at idling mode, turn the idle set screw
(1) Idle set screw
2.When the cutting blades keep moving after releasing the throttle trigger, turn the idle set screw
NOTE
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OP4
3.Slide the ignition switch to the engine side to set it in the ON position. (OP3)
4.Rest the unit on a firm place. Pull the starter knob quickly. (OP4)
NOTE
•Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the knob. Such actions can cause starter failures.
5.When the engine has started, gradually open the choke.
6.Allow the engine to warm up for a half minute before starting operation.
NOTE
•If the engine won't start after several attempts, open the choke and repeat
•Warm up the engine before adjusting the idling speed.
■HOW TO USE
•This machine is designed so as to cut twigs upto 8 mm (0.3 inches) thick. Cutting too thick twigs or metal wires can not only break the blade teeth but also give damage to the drive mechanism.
•When trimming leaves and thin twigs, guide the blades as drawing a half circle on the surface, and you will get a better finish.
•Running the engine at high speed with the blades Jammed up can shorten the life of clutch parts. When the blades have been jammed by thick twigs, stop operation at once and draw your unit off the objects after stopping the engine. When clipping comparatively thick twigs, move your unit slowly back and forth like a saw, and they can be cut to a fine finish.
NOTE
•When a new unit is first operated, in the first few minutes grease may come out of the gear case. But, since this is
