VIRGINIA MH 542 - Lawn mower MCCULLOCH - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VIRGINIA MH 542 MCCULLOCH

Electrolux Outdoor Products Via Como 72 23868 Valmadrera (Lecco) ITALIA Phone +39 0341 203111 - Fax +39 0341 581671 Our policy of continuous improvement means that the specification of products may be altered from time to time without prior notice. Electrolux Outdoor Products manufacture products for a number of well known brands under various registered patents, designs and trademarks in several countries. © Electrolux Outdoor Products Italy ep The Electrolux Group. The world's No 1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the worid's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 milion Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 bilion in more than 150 countries around the warid PN 248030 REV.02 (11/02) er MeCULLOCH Electrolu VIRGINIA MH542 P - MH5535 P/25cc

6) Muffler shield/top cover

Ignition switch Gear box assembly Front hand guard Air cleaner cover Choke lever Primer bulb Safety trigger Blade sheaths Safety precautions

product. H not used properly this Hedgetrimmer can be dangerous. The warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reason- able safety and efficiency in using this product. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the Explanation of Symbols Warning shield {hot start / run) - 2©@@E Wear safety clothing Approved safety glasses or face Wear safety clothing Approved ear defender Wear safety clothing Approved safety footwear Choke fully opened Read the user instructions careful- ly o make sure you understand all the controls and what hey do. Wear safety clothing Approved safety helmet Wear safety clothing Approved gloves Do not smoke while re- fueling or while operat- ing the trimmer Choke closed (cold start) ENGLISH

B. Safety precautions +_ This machine can cause serious injuries if not used in the correct manner. If using the face shield, ensure you peel off the proteciive films from the see-through plastic. Ensure all operators study this manual careful- ly and thoroughly before using the hedge trimmer. +_Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of this machine. As with all machinery, long hair, loose belts or straps should be tied back or secured to avoid possible contact or entanglement with moving parts. + Wear close-fiting protective clothes. Wear safety shoes, gloves, goggles and ear protec- tors. Ensure you know how to stop the engine in an emergency. Start the engine according to these instructions. + Stop the engine when changing location or before examining the blades. Prolonged use of this or other machines exposing the operator to vibration may pro- duce Whitefngers Disease (Raynaud's Phenomenon). This may reduce the hands’ ability to feel and regulate temperature and may produce general numbness. Continual or regular users should therefore monitor closely the condition of their hands or fingers. If any of the symptoms appear, seek immediate med- ical advice. +_ Do not operate this machine when tired or under the influence of any substances such as drugs or alcohol which can impair vision, dex- terity or judgement. + Carefully survey the working site to note any hazards (eg road, paths, electricity cables, dangerous trees, etc). + Ensure other persons are at a safe working distance (minimum distance of 10 metres). + _ lfnecessary use warning signs to keep onlockers at a safe distance. + Ensure someone is nearby within a safe hear- ing distance in case of an accident. + When transporting or storing the machine always fit the blade sheath + Never alow children to use this machine [ C . Additional safety precautions Always hold the hedgetrimmer firmiy with both hands when the engine is running. + AWays maintain a firm foothold. Do not use while standing on a ladder. Use properiy installed scaffolding to reach high places. + Keep handles dry, clean and free from fuel mixture. + _Iffuel has spilt on unit, ensure engine has dried completely before starting. +_ Keep all parts of your body and clothing away from blades when starting or running engine. + When transporting the hedgetrimmer in a vehi- cle, secure it to prevent fuel spilage. D. Fuel mix Do not use any other type of fuel than the type recommended in this manual This product is equipped with a two-stroke engine and must therefore use a mixture of lead-free gasoline (with a minimum of 90 octanes) and fully synthetic oil for two-stroke engines, specific for lead-free gasoline in the proportions indicated in the table on the cover page at item (D). IMPORTANT! Read the oil specifications on the can carefully: the use of oil lacking the specifications indicated in this manual can cause severe damage to the engine! To obtain the best mixture, pour the oil first, fol- lowed by the gasoline, into an approved contain- er, shake well (repeat the operation every time you draw any fuel from the container) The characteristics of the mixture are subject to ENGLISI aging and may be altered in time, so we recom- mend mixing only the amount strictiy needed for use. If you use a mixture that is several weeks old, this could damage the engine. WARNING Do not smoke when re-fuellng Always open the fuel cap slowiy, to release any pressure build up in the tank Re-fuel in open spaces only, keeping away from naked flames or sparks.

SAFE STORAGE OF FUEL

Petrol fuel mix is highly inflammable. Put out all cigarettes, pipes and cigars before working with fuel. Avoid spiling fuel. Store fuel in a cool, well venti- lated place, in an approved container specifically designed for the purpose: Never store engine with fuel in the tank in

enclosed, poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer etc. Petrol fumes can cause an explosion or a fire. Never store large amounts of fuel. To prevent possible restarting problems avoid running the fuel tank dry. This also helps to extend engine life. E. Starting and stopping the engine ] Starting a cold engine

NO mRœnN Move stop switch to on position. Depress the primer bulb 5 times. Move choke lever to # position. Pull starter rope until engine fires once. Move choke lever to ‘/ position. Pull starter rope until engine fires. Allow engine to warm up for 15 seconds. Move choke lever to € position. To stop engine, push stop switch to stop position. If the engine fails to start repeat the above proce- dure. Starting a warm engine 1 Stop switch to on position. 2 Depress the primer bulb 5 times if the fuel tank has run empty. 3 Ensure the choke is on € position. 4 Pull starter handle until engine runs. Allow engine to run for 15 seconds. 5 Ifthe engine fails to start repeat points 4, 5 and 6 for ‘Starting a cold engine." F. Cutting instructions If unfamilar with timming or cutting tech- niques, practice the procedure with engine in “Off' position Clear work area of debris such as cans, bot- tles, rocks etc. Striking objects can cause set ous injury to operator, bystanders and equip- ment. If an object is hit accidentally, immedi- ately turn off engine and examine equipment. Always hold unit fmlÿ with both hands, thumbs and fingers encircling handies: Always trim or cut at high engine speeds. Do not run engine slowly at start or during cutting operations. Do not use this unit for purposes other than timming shrubs, hedges or bushes. Never raise hedgetrimmer above chest height during operation. Do not operate unit with other people or ani- mals in the immediate vicinity. Always ensure the handle and guard is fitted in place when using the machine. Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one which has been modified by anyone other than an authorised service dealer. Using your hedgetrimmer Your hedgetrimmer is equipped with a cen- trifugal clutch so the cutting blades will stop moving when the engine is at ide. I the blades move when the engine is at ide, the carburettor idle speed needs adjusting. If this does not soive the problem, do not use the hedgetrimmer - take it immediately to an Authorised Service Agent. Always allow the engine to idie before moving from one section of he bush or hedge to another. Wait until blades stop moving. Before resuming trimming, check that your stance is correct. +_ Always be sure of your footing. Do not over- reach + Do not use hedgetrimmer while standing on a ladder or other unstable surfaces. If timming tall hedges or bushes, use scaffolding which is stable and secure. + Do not operate the machine if the blades are damaged or excessively worn. + To reduce any fire hazard keep the engine and mufller free of debris, leaves or excessive lubri- cant. Timming Procedures

WARNING: Wear heavy duty gloves when oper-

ating this unit. There are two trimming procedures: Horizontal A and Vertical B. The horizontal timming position is used to cut the top of bushes, shrubs or hedges. Always trim from right to left. Do not use hedgetrim- mer above chest height. + The vertical timming procedure is used to cut the sides of bushes, shrubs and hedges. Always cut from bottom to top. 1 Place right hand on rear handie assembly and left hand on the front handle. 2 Tim area to be cut whilst squeezing throttle trigger to maximum extent. When finishedl release throttle tiger. Alow engine to return to ide position. Blade action should stop. Move to next section to be cut. 3 After moving to the next section, make sure vou are standing on firm ground, squeeze trig- ger to full extent and resume trimming. ENGLISH - 3

G. Carburettor adjustment ] Your machine is fitted with a highly sensitive low emission carburettor. We therefore recom- mend that carburettor adjustments are only made by an authorised servicing dealer, equipped with instruments that will ensure best performance with lowest emission levels. To adjust the idle speed, however, proceed as fol- lows: With engine running and warm, slowiy turn screwr 1" clockwise until the engine runs smoothly with a consistent noise level but without making the blade move. If the cutting attachment does move or the engine runs too fast, slowly turn screw ‘l'in an anticlock- wise direction until the correct speed is obtained. Precise numerical engine speed settings are men- tioned in the technical detail chart in the front of the operators manual Warranty may be invalidated from incorrect carburettor adjustment made by persons other than an authorised dealer. [ H. Regular maintenance Evey 10 work hours Al fier cleaning Never operate hedgetrimmer without the air fi ter, this will damage the engine. + Remove the 2 air cleaner cover screws. + Take off the air cleaner cover and remove air fier from the back of the cover. + Clean air flter in warm soapy water. DO NOT USE PETROL. + Alow filter to dry. + Re-install filter. Note: replace filter if torn or damaged. 2 Remove spark plug + Clean and adjust electrodes setting. Every 50 work hours 3 Change spark plug Long storage + Empty fuel tank and run engine dry. Technical data Displacement (cc) 25 Bore 35 Stroke (mm) 26 Engine output din hp/kW 0.9/0.7 Engine speed at max power 8.000 - 9,000 Fuel tank capacity (cc) 370 Weight (Kg) 4.5/4.8 Sound pressure level (at the operators ear) LpAav (dBA) (SO7917) 83/100dB(A) Guaranteed noise level LwAav (dBA] (SO 10884) 108 Measured sound power level LwAav (dBA) (SO 10884) 106 Vibration levels recorded at the operators hand position idie/racing 418 ms

Fault finding Engine will not start + Check stop switch is in the correct position + Check fuel level Engine will not start or runs badly + Check air filter is clean + Remove sparkplug - dry, clean and adjust, and replace if necessary + Have carburettor adjusted Engine runs fast but loses power when working + Have carburettor adjusted + Change fuel filter + Contact your dealer Engine still gives trouble + Contact your dealer Note: Do not attempt to repair your machine unless you are qualfied to do so. ENGLISH - 5