Powermate P-WFT-16022 - Manual (Page 11)

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Move the throttle lever completely back to the STOP posi-
tion. (See Figure 6)
1. Start the engine. Refer to “How to Start the Engine”
Section.
2. Press and hold the start lever against the handle.
(See Figure 9)
3. Press the trimmer head drive lever forward, until it locks
into position. (See Figure 9)
Release the start lever (See Figure 9). This will release the
trimmer head drive lever and disengage the trimmer head.
Trimmer line will continue to rotate for several seconds after
releasing the start lever. Use Caution.
4. Firmly grip the Trimmer handle with your left hand,
(See figure 8)
5. Firmly grip the Recoil Starter Handle with your right hand.
(See Figure 8)
6. Pull the recoil starter slowly, until you feel tension in the
starter rope. Then quickly pull the recoil starter handle to
completely unwind the starter rope. DO NOT allow the
starter rope to snap back. Let the starter rope slowly re
wind as you hold the recoil starter handle.
7. If engine fails to start after three pulls, push the primer
button two times and again pull the recoil starter handle.
8. If engine fails to start after 5 or 6 more tries, see the
instruction in the “Troubleshooting Chart”.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away from any
moving parts. Avoid touching muffler and surrounding areas
– temperatures can exceed 150 degrees. Keep all safety
devices and shields in place.
Never leave the Trimmer unattended while the engine is run-
ning.
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How to Stop the Engine
C
How to Engage the Trimmer Head
D
How to Disengage the Trimmer Head
E
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Figure 8
Recoil Starter
Handle
Figure 9
Start Lever
Handle
Trimmer Head
Drive Lever
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