Starting warm engine, Es-255 operation – Echo ES-255 User Manual

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ES-255

OPERATION

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4. Purge Bulb

Pump purge bulb (D) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line.

Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2 ~ 2/3 of rope for
starting. Do not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the
unit firmly.

5. Recoil Starter

Place the unit on a flat, clear area. Firmly grasp throttle grip
with left hand and rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (E)
until engine fires, or maximum 5 pulls.

6. Choke

Move choke lever (C) to Run (

) position, and if necessary,

restart engine.

Note: If engine does not start with choke in “Run” position after

5 pulls, repeat instructions 3 - 6.

7. Throttle Position Lever

After engine starts, move throttle position lever to idle position, and allow engine to warm up for 3 minutes
before use.

8. Throttle Trigger

After engine warms up, depress throttle trigger or move throttle position lever to increase engine RPM to
operating speed.

Starting Warm Engine

The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO
NOT close the choke.

1. Stop Switch

Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.

2. Throttle Position Lever

Move throttle position lever (B) midway between idle and full
throttle positions.