CONTENTS
English – 3
Contents Note the following before
starting:
Please read the operator's manual carefully.
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Symbols ................................................................ 2
CONTENTS
Contents ............................................................... 3
Note the following before starting: ........................ 3
INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer, .................................................... 4
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the brush cutter? ........................ 5
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Important .............................................................. 6
Personal protective equipment ............................. 6
Machine′s safety equipment ................................. 7
Cutting equipment ................................................ 10
ASSEMBLY
Assembling the handlebar and throttle ................. 12
Fitting the J-handle .............................................. 12
Fitting blades and trimmer heads ......................... 12
Fitting the transport guard .................................... 13
Adjusting the harness and brush cutter ................ 13
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel safety ............................................................ 15
Fuel ...................................................................... 15
Fueling .................................................................. 16
STARTING AND STOPPING
Check before starting ........................................... 17
Starting and stopping ........................................... 17
WORKING TECHNIQUES
General working instructions ................................ 19
MAINTENANCE
Carburettor ........................................................... 22
Muffler .................................................................. 22
Cooling system ..................................................... 23
Air filter ................................................................. 23
Fuel filter ............................................................... 23
Bevel gear ............................................................ 23
Spark plug ............................................................ 24
Maintenance schedule ......................................... 25
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data ...................................................... 26
EC-declaration of conformity ................................ 27
!
WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise
can result in permanent hearing
impairment. So always use approved
hearing protection.
!
WARNING! Under no circumstances may
the design of the machine be modified
without the permission of the
manufacturer. Always use original
accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the
death of the operator or others.
!
WARNING! A clearing saw, brushcutter
or trimmer can be dangerous if used
incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause
serious or fatal injury to the operator or
others. It is extremely important that you
read and understand the contents of this
operator’s manual.
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