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Starting warm engine, Stopping engine – Echo GT-230 User Manual

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STARTING

WARM

ENGINE

The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close
the choke, and do not depress throttle trigger to wide open position.

WARNING

DANGER

The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal
injury may result.

NOTE
If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor
Adjustment” instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer.

1. Stop Switch

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

2. 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.

3. Recoil Starter

Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear
of all obstacles. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until
engine fires.

NOTE
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start Procedure.

STOPPING

ENGINE

1.

Throttle
Release throttle and allow engine to return to idle before shutting
off engine.

2.

Stop Switch
Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position.

WARNING

DANGER

If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP
position, close choke (B) - COLD START position - to stall engine.
Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using trimmer
again.

A

D

A

B

C