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Hedge Trimmers
Starting Cold Engine
How to start your HC-2210 cold engine.
1
Stop Switch
Step 1.
Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.
2
Move choke to cold start position
Step 2.
Move choke (B) to COLD START (closed) position.
3
Purge Bulb
Step 3.
Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.
4
Recoil Starter
Step 4.
Lay the unit on a flat, clear area. Grip the support handle securely with one hand, and pull the recoil starter handle (D) until engine fires (or 2-3 pulls maximum).
5
Move choke to run position
Step 5.
After engine fires (or 2-3 pulls), move choke (B) to the RUN (open) position. Restart engine if necessary and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes.
6
Throttle Trigger
Step 6.
After engine warm-up, grip the throttle handle and support handle. Depress the throttle trigger lockout (E), and gradually depress throttle trigger (F) to increase engine RPM to operating speed.