24 X7502310910© 3/2015 ECHO Inc.SRM-280U OPERATIONStarting Warm EngineThe starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DONOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fullydepressed.The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise seriouspersonal injury may result.Note: If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to“Carburetor Adjustment” instructions in this manual orsee your ECHO Dealer.1. Stop SwitchMove stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOPposition.2. Purge BulbPump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible in the “Clear” fuelreturn line.Note: Lightly place knee on drive shaft to stabilize unit duringstarting. Do not apply excessive downward force ordamage to unit can occur.3. Recoil StarterLay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment partsclear of all obstacles. Firmly grip throttle handle and throttletrigger lockout with left hand. Rapidly pull recoil starterhandle/rope (D) until engine fires.Note: If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold StartProcedure.Stopping Engine1. ThrottleRelease throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idlebefore shutting off engine.2. Stop SwitchMove stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position.If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOPposition, close choke - COLD START position - to stallengine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again.ACDA