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User manual Husqvarna, model C254

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¦ ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. ¦ ALWAYS Wipe all spilled fuel and move at least 3 meters (10 feet) from the fueling point and source before starting. ¦ NEVER place flammable material close to the engine muffler. ¦ NEVER operate the engine without the muffler and spark arrester screen in place and in good working condition. ¦ FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. ¦ ALWAYS store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids. ¦ ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks before each use. During each refill, check that no fuel leaks from around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank. If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be repaired before using the unit. ¦ ALWAYS move the unit at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a fuel storage area or other readily flammable materials before starting the engine. 1. Place the unit on a flat, level surface. 2. Clear any dirt or other debris from around the fuel filler cap. CAUTION! Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine 3. Remove the fuel cap, and fill the tank with clean, fresh fuel. 4. Reinstall the fuel filler cap and tighten firmly. 5. Wipe away any spilled fuel before starting engine. Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP. Slide the ignition switch to the “ON”1. position. Set the throttle trigger to the “fast2. WARNING! Never start the engine from the operating position. Slide ignition to ON ON Throttle Lock Button Ignitionswitch Throttle lever Press primer bulb... Primer Bulb WARNING! The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in loss of control and possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown. Throttle trigger idle”: a.Squeeze the throttle trigger toward the handgrip on the shaft tube. b.Depress and hold the throttle lock button. c. While depressing the throttle lock button, release the throttle trigger. 3. Press the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing in the transparent return tube. IMPORTANT! The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel. 4. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position if engine is cold. 5. While holding the outer tube firmly with left hand. Use your other hand to slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt, then pull quickly to start the engine. CAUTION! Do not pull the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel. Pulling the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can damage the starter. WARNING! The cutting attachment may move when the engine is started! Close choke Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position 6. When the engine starts, slowly move the choke lever to the “OPEN” position. (If the engine stops after the initial start, close the choke and restart.) 7. Operating the throttle will automatically disengage the fast idle setting. IMPORTANT! If the engine fails to start after several attempts with the choke in the closed position, the engine may be flooded with fuel. If flooding is suspected, refer to the ”Starting a Flooded Engine” section of this manual. Make sure the attachment is clear of obstructions! ...and pull recoilstarter handle upward Hold the unit firmly... Open After engine starts, move choke to OPEN position Starting the Engine (continued) When the Engine Starts... When the Engine Starts... ¦ After the engine starts, allow the ¦ After the engine is warm, pick up engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3 the unit and clip on the shoulder minutes before operating the unit. strap, if so equipped. Starting A Flooded Engine 1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) position. ¦ Squeezing the throttle lever makes the cutting attachment move faster; releasing the throttle permits the attachment to stop moving. If the cutting attachment continues to move when the engine returns to idle, carburetor idle speed should be adjusted (see “Adjusting Engine Idle.”) 2. Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber bycranking the engine several times. 3. If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart at the end of this manual. Stopping the Engine Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position. Checking Unit Condition NEVER operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protective devices removed! Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit without written approval from Shindaiwa. ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach ment is properly installed and firmly tightened before operation. NEVER use a cracked or warped cutting attachment: replace it with a serviceable...