SLP 600 A - Hedge Trimmers Texas - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Hedge Trimmer
Brand	Texas
Model	SLP 600 A
Blade Length	600 mm
Power Source	Corded Electric (Mains)
Power Rating	600 W
Weight	Approx. 4.0 kg
Cutting Capacity	Up to 25 mm branch thickness
Blade Material	High-carbon steel
Tooth Spacing	30 mm
Ergonomic Handle	Soft-grip, rotatable rear handle
Safety Features	Safety switch, blade guard, hand protection
Noise Level	94 dB(A) (typical)
Vibration Level	2.5 m/s2 (typical)
Power Cable Length	10 m
Maintenance	Clean after use, oil blades regularly
Storage	Use blade cover, store in dry place
Repairability	Spare parts available; user-replaceable blades
Certifications	CE, RoHS

Frequently Asked Questions - SLP 600 A Texas

What type of power does the Texas SLP 600 A use?

The Texas SLP 600 A is a corded electric hedge trimmer, requiring a 230V mains socket.

How long is the blade on the SLP 600 A?

The blade length is 600 mm, suitable for medium-sized hedges.

Can I use the hedge trimmer in wet conditions?

No, never use the trimmer in rain or wet grass. It is designed for dry conditions only to avoid electric shock.

How do I maintain the blades?

After each use, clean the blades with a brush and apply light machine oil along the cutting edges. Keep the blade guard on when not in use.

What safety features does the SLP 600 A have?

It features a two-hand safety start, a blade guard, and a hand protection shield. Always wear gloves and eye protection.

What is the maximum branch thickness it can cut?

The trimmer can cut branches up to 25 mm thick. For thicker branches, use a pruning saw.

Is the rear handle adjustable?

Yes, the rear handle can be rotated to different positions for comfortable cutting at various angles.

How heavy is the Texas SLP 600 A?

It weighs approximately 4.0 kg, making it manageable for most users.

Can I replace the blade myself?

Yes, replacement blades are available. Follow the instruction manual for safe replacement, and ensure the tool is unplugged.

Where can I get the user manual?

The user manual can be downloaded for free from notice-facile.com or the Texas website in PDF format.

USER MANUAL SLP 600 A Texas

Vigtig!

Please read this manual carefully

before using your hedge-trimmer

Introduktion....3

Oversigt 4

Brændstof 5

Før start....6

Tændrør 7

Sådan startes en varm motor

Tændrør

Opbevaring

How to start a cold engine....13

Recommendations for trimming 14

Maintenance....14

Spark plug....15

Rotation of handle 15

Storage....15

Trouble shooting....16

Specifications 17

Introduction

Thank you for choosing our Texas SLP 600A hedge-trimmer.

This manual informs you of the use and maintenance of your hedge-trimmer to ensure that you benefit the most from using it. Your local dealer will be ready to give you advice and will be happy to answer any questions you might have to this manual.

Spare parts

Part list and explosive drawings for the specific product, can be found on our website www.texas.dk

If you help find part numbers yourself, it will ease the service.

For purchase of spare parts, please contact your dealer.

Before using the machine

- Read this user manual carefully to understand how to operate the machine properly.

- Never wear loose fitting clothes when working the machine. Always use protective glasses and gloves.

- Make sure that any spectators are more than 5 meters from the place where you use the machine.

- Start the machine on solid ground with an even surface.

- Hold both handles at all times when using the machine.

- Make sure to stand steady with both feet and your body in balance during work.

- Keep the machine away from your body when you start it and work with it.

- Do not touch the knives with your hands once the machine is started.

- Never attempt to remove objects that are stuck in the knives without stopping the engine and removing the spark cable first.

- Always stop the engine when not trimming and keep the exhaust away from your body when carrying the machine.

- Only fill fuel outdoors. Wipe away any fuel spilled before starting the engine. Be at a distance of more than 3 meters from the fuel container and the place where fuelling before starting the engine. Never add fuel to a hot engine. Wait until it is cold.

- The exhaust should not get close to dry grass or any other lightly lit material. Always keep the exhaust away from your body.

- Never touch the sparking plug when starting the machine or working with it.

- While working with the machine you should be observant of objects that may damage the knives such as wire, fences or poles.

- Never use the machine indoors.

Survey

1. Throttle lever
2. Start / stop
3. Starter
4. Handle
5. Hand protection
6. Knife protection
7. Knife

8. Fuel tank

9. Clutch housing

10. Choke
11. Fuel primer
12. Grease nipple
13. Release handle
14. Lock handle for rotation

Fuel

• This product is equipped with a two-stroke engine that needs two-stoke oil added to the gasoline.
• Always use unleaded fuel (super).
• Never use already mixed petrol/oil from gas stations that is normally used for mopeds, motorcycles i.e.
• Always follow the directions from the supplier of the oil regarding the mix of oil and petrol.
• Use a clean and approved gasoline can for mixing the oil with the petrol.

• Use an approved two-stroke oil for air cooled engines, chain saws, trimmers. (Do not use oil for outboard motors or car oil). Mix only in small quantities.

• Texas recommends Texas Motex 2TX mixed 2%. Mix 0,1 l Motex 2TX oil with 5 l unleaded gasoline. If another oil is used a 4% mixture is required. But you should always follow the directions given to you by the manufacturer of the oil.

• Mix the oil and the gasoline thoroughly and shake the mix before tanking.
• Never use a mix of gasoline and oil that is more than 90 days old as this may lead to problems starting the engine. Never store the same mix in the tank for more than 30 days.
• When storing the machine for more than 30 days you should empty the tank.

Filing of gasoline – Smoking prohibited!

1. Unscrew the gasoline lid. Place it on a clean surface.
2. Carefully pour the oil mixed fuel into the tank. Beware of spilling.
3. Screw the lid on tightly. Wipe away any spilled fuel.
4. It is normal that the engine smokes the first time it is used.

Notice ! Always turn off the engine before fuelling. Never add fuel onto a machine that is running or when the engine is hot. (Cooling time at least 2 minutes). Move more than 3 meters away from the place where you add fuel on the engine before it is started.

Before start.

1. Moisten the foam filter in engine oil before start. Read more on page 14.

How to start a cold engine.

1. Place the hedge-trimmer on a flat even surface.
2. Turn the switch (2) to "Start" (This is not indicated, but it is the lowest position.)
3. Press the fuel primer located beneath the air filter until the gasoline returns to the tank (the clear tube).
4. Switch on the choke.
5. Pull the starter, until the engine runs.
6. Switch the choke to running position.

How to start a warm engine

1. Switch the choke to "OFF".
2. Pull the starter until the engine runs.

How to stop the engine

Put the engine in idling position before it is stopped.

1. Turn switch (2) to "STOP".

Recommendations for trimming

• Use only the necessary amount of gas.
• Turn the hedge-trimmer 5-10° compared to the hedge. This makes it easier to cut and the result is better.

Maintenance

Maintenance before and after use.

• Remove any leaves or branches and dirt from the machine.
• Check for any loose or missing parts. Fasten any loose parts.
• Check for any leakage from the fuel system.
• A dirty air filter makes it difficult to start the engine and lessens the performance of the engine. Check for any dirt in the filter.
• Clean the air filter in warm soap water. It must be completely dry, before engine oil is applied.

The air filter must be soaked in engine oil. Surplus oil must be wrung off.

Check that the air filter cover closes tightly.

Notice that the gear box must be oiled.

On delivery it is oiled, but it may be necessary to reoil.

The gear box must be 3/4 filled.

The amount should be controlled at least once a year.

Use the grease nipple below the air filter for greasing.

Use grease type: MULTI FAK EP-0

Spark plug

This machine is equipped with a spark plug type W22MPR-U, with an electrode distance of 0.6 mm. For optimal performance it should be replaced once a year.

Articlenumber Sparkplug : 10011022

Rotation of handle

To give you best and most ergonomic way of trimming your hedge the handle can be rotated by 90 degrees to the right or the left.

Do not press the throttle when rotating handle!

Press the handle (13) on top on the handle bar. Then pull back the lock handle (14) while at the same time turning the handle to the left or right.

Storage

1. Empty all fuel into a can approved for petrol. Let the engine run until it stops.
2. Clean the knives, store them frost free and out of reach for children.
3. Observe all safety precautions concerning safe storage and handling of petrol.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The engine does not start.	1. No spark. Check the spark plug.	Take off the spark plug, place the spark plug cap on the spark plug and put the spark plug on the metal cylinder. Pull the starter and check if there are sparks on the top of the spark plug. It there are no sparks repeat the procedure with a new spark plug.
	2. No fuel. Press the fuel primer.	If the problem persists, contact your local dealer.
	3. "Drowned" engine. Remove the	spark plug and turn the trimmer so that the spark plug hole faces the ground. Switch the choke to "RUN" and pull the starter 10-15 times. Clean the spark plug and fit it again. You might also replace the spark plug. Pull the starter 3 times with the choke switched to "RUN". If the engine does not start, move the choke to "Choke" and normal starting procedure is used. If the engine still does not start, repeat the procedure with a new spark plug.
	4. The starter must be pulled harder than when the machine was new.	Contact your local dealer.
The engine starts but does not accelerate.	The carburettor should be adjusted.	Contact your local dealer.
The engine starts but can only run on full power and on half choke.	The carburettor should be adjusted, repaired or cleaned.	Contact your local dealer.
The engine does not run on full power and smokes heavily.	1. Check the mix of the petrol and oil.	Use new fuel with the correct mix.
	2. The air filter is dirty. Clean or replace.
	3. The carburettor should be adjusted.	Contact your local dealer.
The engine starts, runs and accelerates but can not run idle.	The carburettor should be adjusted.	Contact your local dealer.
Oil leaks from the exhaust.	1. The trimmer is not used on full power.	Use full power.
	2. Check the mix of the petrol and oil.	Use new fuel and correct two-stroke mix.
	3. The air filter is dirty. Clean or replace.
	4. The carburettor should be adjusted.	Contact your local dealer.
		SLP 600 A
Net weight (kg) 6
Outward size	Total Length (mm) 1055
	Total Width (mm) 252
	Total Height (mm) 240
Knife	Type	Double
	Total Length (mm) 600
Transmission		Automatic centrifugal clutch, spur gear, cam-crank
Motor	Type	Single cylinder air cooling, two-stroke petrol engine
	Displacement Volume cc 25,4
	Fuel tank capacity (L) 0,6
	Starter	Recoil

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Due to continued product development Texas A/S reserves the right to improve the product without being obligated to make the amendments to already sold products.

EU-importør • EU-importer •

Texas Andreas Petersen A/S

Erklærer herved at materiel • Hereby certifies that the following

Hækkeklipper benzin • Hedge trimmer gasoline •

SLP 600 A

Er fremstillet i overensstemmelse med følgende direktiver • Is in compliance with the specifications of the machine directive and subsequent modifications

98/37 EC