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Starting and Stopping
Before Starting the Engine
1. Fill the fuel tank as instructed in the Before Operation section of this manual.
2. Rest the Trimmer/Brushcutter on the ground.
3. Make sure the cutting attachment is clear of any broken glass, nails, wire, rocks or other
debris.
4. Keep all bystanders, children and animals away from the working area.
Cold Starting Procedure
This engine is equipped with a fuel primer and a choke system.
To start a “cold” engine properly, perform the following procedure:
1. Turn the choke lever (A) to the close position ( ).
2. Pump the primer bulb (B) until fuel can be seen flowing through the fuel return line (C) to
the fuel tank. Flowing fuel should be almost clear, not foamy or full of bubbles.
3. With the stop switch (D) “START/ON” position (G), and the throttle trigger positioned at
Fast-idle start position (E : Push F), pull the starter cord. After the engine is started, turn
the choke lever to the open position ( ). Then squeeze and release the throttle trigger to
allow it to return to the idle position.
If the engine stops running before you turn the choke lever to the open position ( ):
Go ahead and open the choke, pull the starter cord with the throttle trigger positioned at
Fast-idle start position.
Hot Restart
To start the engine that is already warmed up (hot restart).
1. Turn the choke lever to the open position ( ), and set the stop switch to the “START/ON”
position (G).
2. Leave the throttle trigger in the idle position and pull the starter grip.
3. If the engine fails to start after three to four pulls, follow the instructions in the Cold
Starting Procedure section above.
If the engine fails to start after you follow the above procedures, contact your local HITACHI
dealer.
To Stop the Engine
1. Release the throttle trigger.
2. Slide the stop switch to “STOP/OFF” position (H).
【CG23EA(SL)】
【CG32EA, CG32EA(SL),
CG42EA, CG42EA(SL),
CG51EA, CG51EA(SL)】
【CG23EA(SL), CG32EA(SL),
CG42EA(SL), CG51EA(SL)】
【CG32EA, CG42EA, CG51EA】
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