Echo LS21 Owners Manual v.2 - Manual (Page 12)

8 LOG SPLITTER
Section
oPeraTIon
4
4.2 sTarTInG maCHIne
4.3 sToPPInG maCHIne
warnInG
Move the machine to a clear, level area outdoors before
starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders.
1. Check engine oil and hydraulic oil levels before
starting.
2. Turn the fuel cut-off switch to the ON position, if
applicable.
3. Turn the engine switch to the ON position, if
applicable.
4. Place the throttle control midway between the SlOW
and FAST positions. If starting a cold engine, move the
choke control into the CHOKE position.
5. Pull the recoil starter until light resistance is felt. Then,
pull briskly. Repeat until the engine starts. Make sure
the starting cord retracts after each pull.
6. As the engine warms, gradually turn the choke off.
7. Move the throttle to the FAST position.
1. Move throttle lever to the SlOW position.
2. Turn the engine stop switch (if equipped) to “OFF” (“O”
position) to stop the engine.
or
3. Move the throttle past the SlOW position to shut off
engine.
4. Close the fuel valve.
4.1 FIll THe Fuel TanK
warnInG
gasoline and diesel fuels are highly
flammable and their vapors are
explosive. To prevent personal injury
or property damage:
Store fuel only in approved containers,
in well ventilated, unoccupied
buildings, away from sparks or flames.
A container with a capacity of 2 gallons or less with
a pouring spout is recommended. Do not fill the fuel
tank while the engine is hot or running, since spilled
fuel could ignite if it comes in contact with hot parts
or sparks from ignition. Do not start the engine near
spilled fuel. Never use fuel as a cleaning agent. DO
NOT MIX OIl WITH FuEl.
noTe
Move machine to a clear, level area outdoors before
starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders.
As with any other piece of outdoor equipment, getting the
feel for how your machine operates and getting to know
the best techniques for particular jobs are important to
overall good performance.
use only those types of fuels that are recommended in
your Engine Owner’s Manual.
To add fuel:
1. Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving and
disconnect spark plug wire. Allow the engine and muffler
to cool for at least three minutes.
2. Clean area around fuel fill cap and remove cap.
3. using a clean funnel, fill fuel tank to 1/2” below bottom
of filler neck to provide space for any fuel expansion.
Install fuel fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled
gasoline.
FOR THE SPECIFIC STARTINg, OPERATINg AND
SERVICE INFORMATION PERTAININg TO yOuR
EXACT ENgINE MODEl, AlWAyS CONSulT THE
ENgINE OWNER'S MANuAl FIRST.