Makita EH6000S Instruction Manual

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11Move at least 3 meters away from the place of refuelling. Place the Hedge Trimmeron a clean area of ground make sure that the cutting tool does not come intocontact with the ground or any other objects.Cold starting: (When the engine is cold or it has been stopped for more than5 minutes or when fuel is added to the engine.)1. Push the I-O switch (1) to “I” position.2. Give a gentle push on the primer pump (2) repeatedly (7 to 10 times) until fuelcomes into the primer pump.3. Move the choke lever (3) to position “ ”.4. Hold the unit down firmly so you will not lose control while cranking the engine. Ifnot held down properly, the engine could pull you off balance or swing the cuttingblade into an obstruction or your body.5. Pull the starter handle slowly for 10 to 15 cm, and check the location of pressure.6. Pull strongly when pressurization can be felt and start the engine.7. When the engine starts, return the choke lever (4) to “ ”.8. Run the engine for approximately one minute at a moderate speed beforeapplying full speed.Note: • If the starter handle is pulled repeatedly when the choke leverremains at “ ” position, the engine will not start easily due toexcessive fuel intake.• In case of excessive fuel intake, remove the spark plug and pull thestarter handle slowly to remove excess fuel. Also, dry the electrodesection of the spark plug.Hot starting: (Restarting immediately after the engine has stopped) Whenrestarting a hot engine, first try the above procedure: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6. If the engine doesnot start, repeat above steps 1-8.Note: Do not pull the starter rope to its full extent and do not allow thestarter grip to be retracted without control, ensure that it is retractedslowly.STARTING THE MACHINE1. Release the throttle lever completely.2. Push the I-O switch (1) to “O” position, the engine rotation will become low andthe engine will stop.STOPPING THE MACHINE(1)(2)(3)(4)(1)