Tanaka AST-5000 User Manual

 

 

 
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If the engine does not start: 

1. If the engine starts but does not continue to run, repeat steps 1 to 5. 

2. If the starter does not make any noise, repeat the charging procedures. 

3. To start the unit with the recoil starter, if so equipped, follow starting procedures number 1 and turn the switch to 

the "On" position then pull the recoil starter handle briskly. (Fig. 2-2D) 

Decrease engine speed, set ignition switch to (OFF) position. 

A blade can injure while it continues to spin after the engine is stopped or power control is released. When the unit is turned 

off, make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down. 

The unit has a self-charging system, however, it may require charging if the unit is stored and the battery output becomes 

low.  

• 

Plug the battery charger (2) into a household electrical outlet and connect the electrical coupling (3) to the coupling on 

the top of the throttle lever assembly or battery coupling (4). (Fig. 2-3)

 

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Do not leave the charger plugged in for more than 24 hours. 

• 

Do not charge battery where temperatures are below 32

°

 F(0

°

C) or above 113

°

F(45

°

 C).  If this is done the battery may 

not accept a full charge. 

NOTE!  

When completely discharged the battery will take approximately 15 hours to charge.