Gt-225 operation – Echo GT-225i User Manual

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GT-225 OPERATION

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1. Stop Switch

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

2. Choke

Move choke lever (B) to Cold Start Position (

3. Purge Bulb

Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the
clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5
times.

Note: Energy is stored in the starter spring each time the

handle/rope is pulled. Generally two to six pulls, using
light pulling force, will store enough energy to engage the
starter and spin the engine. Do not pull the rope out to
end stop.

4. Recoil Starter

Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts
clear of all obstacles. Firmly grasp throttle grip with left hand
and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Gently
pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires or 2 to 3
engine engagements.

5. Choke

After engine fires, or 2 to 3 engine engagements , move choke
lever (B) to the 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 2-3 engine engagements, repeat instructions

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6. Throttle Trigger

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