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OPERATION HCA-266
3. Recoil Starter
Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts 
clear of all obstacles. Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle 
trigger lockout with left hand. Rapidly pull recoil starter 
handle/rope (D) until engine fires.
Note:  If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use Cold Start 
Procedure.
Stopping Engine
1. Throttle
Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle 
before shutting off engine.
2. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) to STOP position.
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START 
position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using unit again.
Hedge Trimming
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas.  Breathing CO can cause 
unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns.  ALWAYS position 
unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.
Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp.  Touching them may 
lead to severe personal injury.  Avoid touching blades 
whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect 
hands. 
1. Always grip throttle handle with right hand and support 
handle with left hand.
2. Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger to 
accelerate engine.
3. Tilt trimmer so cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the 
hedge or shrub and proceed to cut.