Echo 73050 Owners Manual v.1 - Manual (Page 7)

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Engine Starting Instructions
Read the safety instructions. Familiarize
yourself with the safety instructions in this
manual and the engine owners manual before
starting the EZ TrimMower.
Fill engine with oil. Do not start before adding
oil to the engine. See engine manual for the
type and amount of oil to use. Machine should
be level when filling.
Caution: Move machine to a clear, level
area outdoors before starting. Do not
operate in the vicinity of bystanders.
1. Check engine oil level and fill if necessary
before each use. See engine manual for filling
and maintenance instructions.
Note: some oil usage is normal. Check level
before each use.
Warning: Handle fuel (gasoline) with
care. It is highly flammable. Always use
an approved container and fill tank out-
doors. Never add fuel to a running or hot
engine.
2. Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean unleaded gaso-
line. DO NOT MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE.
First time engine start
3. Move the throttle control to FAST (not appli-
cable for Models 73040 & 73050). Refer to
Figure 4.
4. Firmly push the primer bulb 5 times.
5. Pull trimmer bail back. Grasp the recoil
starter cord handle and slowly pull until resis-
tance is felt. After resistance is felt, pull the
cord quickly to start the engine and prevent
kickback. Repeat if necessary.
NOTE: When restarting a warm engine after a
short shut down, it may not be necessary to
prime. Refer to the engine owners manual for
other starting tips.
Figure 4
Throttle Control
6. If engine does not start after 3 pulls, push
the Primer Bulb 3 times, and repeat step 5.
After first time engine start
3. Move the throttle control to FAST (not
applicable for Models 73040 & 73050).
Refer to Figure 4.
4. Firmly push the Primer Bulb 3 times.
5. Pull trimmer bail back. Grasp the recoil
starter cord handle and slowly pull until
resistance is felt. After resistance is felt, pull
the cord quickly to start the engine and
prevent kickback. Repeat if necessary.
Models 73040, 73050, 74040, & 74050
C ontinue to hold the bail after the engine is started.
Releasing will stop the engine.