Hitachi CS25EPA Owner's Manual page 10

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Starting (Fig. 2-5)
CAUTION!
Before starting, make sure the cutting attachment
does not touch anything.
1. Set ignition switch (1) to ON position.
* Push priming bulb (4) several times so that
fuel flows through the bulb or return pipe. (If
so equipped) (Fig. 2-6, 7)
2. With the safety trigger (2) pressed (if so
equipped), pull throttle trigger and push
throttle lock (3), then slowly release the
throttle trigger first, then the safety trigger.
This will lock the throttle in starting position.
3. Set choke lever to CLOSED position (5).
(Fig. 2-6, 7)
4. Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep
the handle in your grasp and not allowing it
to snap back.
5. When you hear the engine want to start,
return choke lever to RUN position (open).
Then pull recoil starter briskly again.
NOTE!
If engine does not start, repeat procedures from
2 to 5.
6. After starting engine, pull throttle trigger to
release throttle lock. Then allow the engine
about 2-3 minutes to warm up before
subjecting it to any load.
NOTE!
Throttle limiter (4) is to adjust maximum
opening of throttle. At the factory it is adjusted
at its full opening. (If so equipped) (Fig. 2-5)
Fig.2-5
Fig.2-8
Stopping (Fig. 2-8)
Decrease engine speed and run at an idle for
a few minutes, then turn off ignition switch.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment can injure while it continues
to spin after the engine is stopped or power
control is released. When the unit is turned off,
make sure the cutting attachment has stopped
before the unit is set down.
Fig.2-6
15m
Fig.2-9
SAFE OPERATION
CAUTION!
5
15m
(50ft.)
Always wear gloves during operation or
maintenance.
Review the area to be trimmed. Look for
hazards that could contribute to unsafe
conditions. DO NOT operate unit if any wires
(power, telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than
15M (50ft.) to any part of the operator or unit.
(Fig. 2-9)
Spectator and fellow workers must be warned,
and children and animals prevented from
coming nearer than 15M (50ft.) while the pole
saw is in use. (Fig. 2-10)
Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated
against electrical current.
Always wear head protection with full face
shield to help protect against falling branches
and debris. (Fig. 2-10)
Fig.2-7
Fig.2-10
GB-9