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Starting
WARNING
● Before starting the tool, ensure that the
cutting attachment is not touching any
objects or the ground. Otherwise, the cutting
attachment may unexpectedly rotate and
cause an injury.
● Ensure that the cutting attachment does not
rotate while the engine is idling. If it does
rotate, adjust the idle speed according to the
instructions in "Idle speed adjustment" in
the "MAINTENANCE" section. If the cutting
attachment still rotates after this adjustment,
immediately stop the engine and cease use,
then bring the tool to the nearest Hitachi
Authorized Service Center.
1. Starting the cold engine
(1) Set ignition switch (25) to ON position. (Fig. 15)
(2) Push priming bulb (26) several times so that fuel
fl ows through return pipe (27). (Fig. 16)
27
(3) Set choke lever (28) to START position (closed)
(A). (Fig. 17)
12
25
Fig. 15
26
Fig. 16
28
(4) Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the
handle in your grasp and not allowing it to snap
back. (Fig. 18)
(5) When you hear the engine want to start, return
choke lever to RUN position (open) (B). (Fig. 17)
(6) Pull recoil starter briskly again. (Fig. 18)
NOTE
If engine does not start, repeat procedures from
2 to 5.
(7) Then allow the engine about 2–3 minutes to
warm up before subjecting it to any load.
(8) Check that the cutting attachment does not rotate
when the engine is idling.
2. Starting the warm engine
Use only 1, 6 and 8 of the starting procedure for a
cold engine.
If the engine does not start, use the same starting
procedure as for a cold engine.
Cutting
WARNING
● Always use the harness (if so equipped)
and wear the proper attire and protective
equipment when operating the unit. (Fig. 19)
● Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders and helpers outside the 15 m
hazard zone. Stop the engine immediately if
you are approached. (Fig. 20)
B B
A A
Fig. 17
Fig. 18