OPERATION PB-265LN
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Starting Cold Engine
• Recoil starter: Use short pulls - only 1/2- 2/3 of rope length for starting. Do
not allow the rope to snap back in. Always hold the unit firmly.
• Rotate spring loaded throttle arm downward to a comfortable operating
position.
1. Throttle Lever
Move throttle lever (A) to
START/IDLE ( ) position.
2. Choke
Move choke (B) to COLD
START ( ) position.
3. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (C) until
fuel is visible and flows freely
in the clear fuel tank return
line.
4. Recoil Starter
Pull recoil starter handle (D)
until engine fires, or a
maximum of 5 pulls
5. Choke
After engine fires (or 5 pulls),
move choke lever back to
RUN ( ) position, then pull
starter handle/rope until
engine starts and runs. Allow
unit to warm up at idle for
several minutes.
Note: If engine does not start
with choke in “RUN” position after 5 pulls, move choke to
COLD START ( ) position, and repeat steps 2 - 5.
Note: Allow engine to warm up for several minutes before use.