Makita EK7301 Manuel D'instructions Et De Sécurité page 18

Starting the engine
This model is fitted with a semiautomatic decompression valve
(1) to make starting easier. Press the rubber cover until you
can feel it engage. This pushes in the deompression valve
behind it. This in turn reduces the compression, so that it takes
less force to pull the starter cord to accelerate the engine to its
starting speed.
The high pressure in the combustion chamber after the first
ignition automatically closes the decompression valve.
CAUTION:
Observe the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 5 and 6!
Start the Power Cut only after complete assembly and
inspection!
Move at least 3m (10 feet) away from the place where you
fuelled the Power Cut.
Make sure you have a good footing, and place the Power
Cut on the ground in such a way that the cutting disc is
not touching anything.
Move the protective hood (3) into the proper position for the
work you intend to do (see illustration).
Grasp the grip (2). The hood (3) can swing in both ways within
its range of motion.
Caution:
Always make sure that the straight outer edge of the impact plate
(4) and the edge of the hood are parallel (see arrows).
If this is not the case, take the tool to a service center.
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