B 291 TNG - Brush cutter PARTNER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL B 291 TNG PARTNER

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28) JOINT KNOB LEGEND:

1). Guaranteed noise level according to directive 2000/ HEC

2) Manufacturers name and address

3). Year of manufacture [last to figures; eg. 03-2003)

7) CE making of conformity

[ B. Safety precautions Meaning of symbols Safety apparel: Approved gloves. /N Warning. Safety apparel: Approved protective Safety apparel: Approved boots. goggles or visor, approved hard hat and hearing protection, Read the instructions for the user Donotsmoke when refueling or usinghe carefully and make sure you understand machine. how all he controls work. le le Choke. ENGLISH

Danger of fying debris. Minimum safety distance 15m. Emergency stop. Maximum shaft speed. Prior to use + Donotuse this machine for any other purpose than that for which it was designed, using the proper cuttng devices as indicated in the instructions. + B1. Anyone who uses the machine should have read the entire manual with extreme care. + Make sure you know how to stop the engine and blade ifnecessary (see section entitled “Starting and stopping the engine”). Al users should be famiiar with the operations for use ofthe machine under absolutely safe conditions as described in this manual, and should be instructed in the proper cutting techniques to use, possibly by practical demonstration. Do not use the machine if you are tired, in poor health or under the effects of alcohol or medication that could affect your reactions. Do not allow children or persons who are not familiar withthese instructions and are notsufficientl trained to use the brush cutter. Local regulations may specify an age limit for users. Keep this manual with the machine when sellng or lending it, to enable the future users to familiarize themselves with the product and instructions for safe use. Always inspectthe machine carefull prior to use: make sure itis correctly assembled and that there are no loose screws, damaged parts, fuel leaks Replace any accessories (blades, nylon string heads, guards) which show damage or cracks or appear excessively wo. Have your Authorized Service Center replace any damaged parts. + Perform all operations of maintenance and/or assembly ONLY with the engine off and wearing gloves. Apparel + B2. Dress suitably for the job; wear approved personal protection gear: a) Close-fiting clothing (no shorts or loose clothes). b) Safety boots with non-slip sole, crush-resistant toe cap and protection against cuts (do not wear sandals or work barefoot). c) Sturdy gloves Danger ofkickback. The blade is capable of amputating arms and legs. CAUTION! Danger of serious leg injuries. Take scrupulous care to follow the instructions in the manual. CAUTION! The cutting parts and mutler may get very hot and cause burns. Wait a few minutes before touching them. resistant to cuts and vibrations. d) Safety visor or protective goggles. Remove the protective film if any. €) Hearing protection. The use of personal protection gear does not eliminate the risk of injury but may reduce the effect of the damage in case of accidents. + Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that could get caugh in the moving parts of the machine. + Watch out for the rotaling parts and hot surfaces of the machine. Health precautions AA SAUTION Aro prolonged use, Noise and vibrations may be dangerous. + Prolonged use of {he machine or other equipment expose the operator to vibrations that can cause the White Finger Syndrome (Syndrome of Raynaud). This could reduce the sensiivity of the hands in distinguishing different temperatures and cause à general numbness. The operator should therefore check the conditions of the hands and fingers if the machine is used continuously or regulariy. Ifone of the symptoms should appear, consult a doctor immediately. Prolonged use of the machine or other equipment can cause discomfort, stress, fatigue, hearing damage. Wear suitable hearing protection when using the machine. Correct and scrupulous maintenance can also help to protect you further from the risk of noise and vibration. Never start or run the engine in a closed or pooriy ventilated place. CAUTION! The exhaust fumes are toxic if inhaled, and may cause asphixiation and even death. Work zone + Examine the work area and be careful of any hazards (such as roads, driveways, power lines, hanging tree limbs, etc.).

+ Before use, remove any rubbish from the work area such as rocks, broken glass, ropes, metal parts, cans, bottles and any foreign body that could become entangled with rotating parts or be projected dangerously at a distance. Contact between the blades and any extraneous objects could cause serious injury tothe operator or other people or animals in the vicinity, and could also damage the machine. B3. Cut only the material recommended for each accessory and take care not to letthe blades come into contact with rocks, metal parts, etc. Take special care when working on sloping terrain. B4. Keep any other persons or animals away from the Work zone (minimum distance 15 meters). Since there is a danger when you are working that the blade or nylon sting head could throw out grass, dit, rocks or foreign bodies, when someone approaches switch the engine off or stop the blade or rotating head (see section entitled “Starting and stopping the engine”). Take account of possible hazards that may not be perceived because of he noise of the machine. Make sure there is someone in the vicinity within safe calling distance in case of accident During use + B5. Fasten your hair above shoulder length. + B6. Use the machine holding it to the right of your body 0 that the exhaust fumes can escape freely without obstruction from your clothing If you have never used a brush cutter before, practice using itfor a while before actually starting to work with it + B6. While working, grip the brush cutter firmly with both hands. Stand in a stable position on your feet. + Keep the grips clean and dry. + Before starting to work, make sure you are wearing the hamess correct. Adjust the buckle so that the brush cutter is well balanced on your right side with the blade or nylon sting head parallel to the ground, from 0 to 30 cm above it. + B7. hamness ring (B) should be kept in the original position so as not to unbalance the machine. + Never try to use the machine with any of its parts missing or defective, or after any alterations have been made toit by persons other than authorized service personnel. The operator or user is liable for any accidents or damages to third parties and property, and for the dangers to which they may be exposed. Do not use the brush cutter while standing on a ladder or other unstable support. You should always be able to control your balance. Do not use the machine under extreme weather conditions such as very low temperatures or in a very hot, damp climate. Avoid working in bad weather (fog, rain, wind, etc.). The blade is sharp, so be very careful when handling it even with the engine off. Wear work gloves. Switch the engine off and wait for al rotating parts to come to a complete stop before performing any operation on the machine or touching the blade or nylon string head, especially you have to remove any material entangled with those parts. + Keep all parts of your body and clothing away from the blades during startup or when the engine is running. + During use, keep the work zone in front of you. Never cut walking backwards as you cannot see possible hazards. + Do not put the machine down with the engine running. Never leave the machine alone. + Never leave the machine with the engine running. CAUTION! In order to ensure proper operation and safe use of the machine, make sure to use original replacements at all times. Precautions for carrying the machine + B8. Never carry {he brush cutter, even for short distances, with the engine running. Switch off the engine and carry it with the blade or nylon string head facing backward. + B8. When you transport the brush cutter in a motor vehicle, place itin a Stable fixed position so that no fuel Ieaks out. We recommend emptying the fuel tank whenever you transport the machine. AA SAUTIOM For vour set, during transport and storage, always protect the blade with the guard supplied with the machine. Fire prevention precautions + B9. Never work with the brush cutter in the presence of fie or spilled gasoline. + B9. When filing the fuel tank, dry any spilled fuel. Do not smoke during this operation. Start the engine at a distance from the filing site and far away from any fuel tanks (at least 3 meters). Do not fil the tank with the engine running. + Keep the machine clean by removing any grass cuttings, leaves, excess oil to reduce the fire hazard. Precautions for operating a split shaft machine + 810. f your machine is a Split Shaft model, thatis to say composed of a power unit (1) and an attachment (2), you must furthermore conform to the following rules: Never turn on the machine without an attachment correct fited. Before every start check the attachment/shaft joint and the attachment to be assembled corecty and in excellent conditions. This manual is meant to be: the manual of the power unit, the manual of the string head/grass blade ttachment and, moreover, not explicily stated othenways, it refers to the two units as already assembled in ther proper way (see chapter F6. attachments fiting/removal) When using other attachments, carefull read their instruction manual and make sure you understand them before using . This machines allows the fiting of the following attachments only: UNIVERSAL OUTDOOR ACCESSORIES - Hedge Cutter Attachment. ENGLISH

Kickback Machines equipped with blades may produce a violent Kickback on contact with solid bodies. The blade is capable of amputating arms and legs. The force of the Kickback can cause the operator to lose control of the machine. Kickback can also occur when cutting with any type of blade in the hazardous zone (see N1); we therefore recommend cutting using the remaining zone. CAUTIONI Always use a sharp blade. À blade LA vin nor ect can create problems in cuting and cause the blade to Kickback. AA SAUTION Do not sharpen a damaged ar om blade. Replace it with a new one. AA SAUTION 1e recommend he use of original accessories and replacements, which can be purchased from authorized distributors. The use of other accessories and replacement increases the danger of accidents and in this case the manufacturer has no liabiity for damages to persons and/or property. C. Description of the safety devices on the machine, controls to be made and maintenance of the safety devices AA SALTION! Do rot us he machine for any reason with its safety devices out of order. This section describes the safety devices on the machine, and provides instructions for control and maintenance to keep them in perfect working order. The section “General Description” will help you to identify the parts described in this section. The risk of accidents increases considerably if maintenance is not performed regularly or is not done professionally. In case of any doubts contact an authorized service center. Safety lever A ATOM Nes use machine wa ls Sly lever pressed with adhesive tape, string or other. + This device serves to prevent accidentally pressing the throtte trigger (fig. A no. 3). In fact, the trigger (fig. À no. 3), can only be pressed ifthe safety lever is pressed at the same time (fig. À no. 19). + By means of 2 separate springs, upon releasing the grip, the throttle trigger (fig. À no. 3) and safety lever (fig. À no. 19) retum automatically to their original positions. Engine stop device + Tum the stop button Stop (fig. À no. 7) to O / STOP to stop the engine. + To make sure this button works properiy, start the engine and check that it stops when the Stop button {fg. À no. 7) is turned to the Stop position. Protection for transport AA SAUTION Before apphing te guard such of the engine and wait for the cutting device to stop. Use the blade guard whenever you have to transport and store the machine. The guard covers the sharp extremities of he blade when the machine is in the resting position for transport or storage (fig. À no. 23). À TON Nererusathemactine ray resson without the specific safety devices listed below! Though they do not entirely eliminate all risks, they greally reduce the danger. Safety guard AA SAUTION Neveruse ie machine or any rezson without the recommended safety guard for the cutting device in use. The use of an inadequate or defeciive guard can cause serious injuries. Periodicaly, check its conditions and replace if necessary. + This very important safety device (fig. À no.18) prevents any objects that come into contact with the cuting device, or the grass itself, rom flying up and stiking the operator. It should be checked regulariy. check Ie assembly and make sure the fastening screws are tight (see “Assembly of safety guard'). If you strike any hard objects that cause structural damage to the guard on the cutting device, take the machine to an authorized service center for replacement of the guard. Safety pole guard CAUTION! Never use a brush cutter without its safety pole guard correclly in place. This device, fastened to the machine, ensures a minimum distance between the operator and the cutting device during use, and prevents the machine from Stiking and injuring the operator if the blade hits à hard surface (fig. À no. 20) Muffler + The mufler serves to reduce the noise level to a minimum and to route the exhaust fumes produced by. the combustion engine away from the operator. + Follow these procedures for safe use of the brush cutter. AA. SAUTION The mur can get very hat during use and should be allowed to cool for some time after switching off the engine. Therefore, take special precautions when, for any reason, you have to touch the area around the muffler. À CAUTIONI! Fire hazard. Never use the machine with a defective or damaged muffler.

AA SAUTION Engine ext fumes ar tone For this reason, you should not use {he machine indoors. À SALTION Eine xaust fume can et very hot and may contain sparks. Do not use the machine near inflammable material. Harness À SALTON is ver import famiarire yourself with the release mechanism. In case of emergency you need to be able to release the machine quickly. The hamess is equipped with a fasten-release mechanism, The hamess enables the operator o support the machine during use (see “Safety precautions”", BT). Before fastening the machine to the strapping, adjust the bandolier belt so that the fasten/release device is about 15 cm above your waist D. Fuel Mixture | À CAUTION! + Do not smoke while refueling! + Open the cap on the tank by loosening it slowly. + FilLthe tank outdoor, far from flames or sparks. + Never add fuel in the tank when the engine is running or hot to avoid the risk offre (let the engine cool off before filing the tank). + Avoid contact of the ol and fuel with the skin and eyes. + Fillthe tank in a well-ventlated place. + Do not inhale the toxic fumes of he fuel mixture. + Store the fuel mixture in suitable fuel containers only. Preparation of the mixture AA SAUTIOM Do rotuse any aihertype ofuel han the type recommended in this manual. This machine is equipped with a two-stroke engine and should therefore be fueled with a mixture of unleaded gasoline (with à minimum octane rating = 90) and fully synthetic oil specific for two-speed engines that use unleaded gasoline in the proportions indicated in the table on the cover, fig (D) AA SAUTION Control he specialons of ol shoun on the package: the use of oi lacking the specifications expressly indicated in this manual could cause serious damage to the engine! + To obtain the best mixture, pour the oil into an approved container first, followed by the gasoline, and shake the container well (every time you take fuel out of it). + Be careful not to spil the gasoline. + The characteristics of the mixture tend to deteriorate in time, so you should only prepare as much mixture as you are going to need (the use of deteriorated fuel can seriously damage the engine). Filling the tank À SALON long prcouirs should be taken to reduce the fire hazard: + Always ensure there is adequate ventilation. + Do not smoke or take sources of heat or sparks near the fuel. + Refuel with the engine of. + Open the cap on the tank carelully to eliminate any excess pressure. + Do not take the cap off the tank with the engine running. + After fueling, close the cap tightly. + Fillthe tank in a welk-ventilated place. + Place the machine on a solid flat surface so that it cannot tip over, with the cap on the tank facing upward. + Clean the area around the fuel cap before removing it, to prevent any impurities from contaminating the fuel. + Take the cap of the fuel container carefully. Unscrew the cap on the fuel tank and fil it with the necessary quality, using a funnel. + Take care not to spill any fuel + After filing the tank, screw the cap on light. + During use, to prevent problems in starting the engine again, we strongly recommend that you avoid leting the fuel run out in the tank. AA SATION you sil ans ul ip of the machine. l you have spil it on yourself, change your clothes at once. Avoid contact with the skin or eyes. AA SAUTION The mur gets very hot during use and remains hot for some time after switching off the engine. This also applies at idle speed. Take every precaution to reduce the fire hazard, especially in the presence of inflammable materials or gas. Fuel storage + Gasoline is highly inflammable + Before going near any type of fuel, put out your cigarette, pipe or cigar. + Store the fuel in a cool, well-ventilated place, in an approved fuel storage container. + Never store the engine with fuel in the tank in a pooriy ventilated place where the fumes produced by the gasoline could propagate and reach a fire, candle, burner or fumnace pilot light, water heater, dryer, etc. + The fumes produced by the fuel can cause an explosion or fire. + Never store excessive quantities of fuel. ENGLISH

E. Assembly of safety guard ET,EZ. Assembly of safety guard Fitihe safety guard (A) against the gearbox (1) position the lower clamp (G) in the housing under the shield and the upper clamp (F) over the shaft. Insert and tighten the screws (H). E1. Safety guard extension (exclusively for use with nylon string head) + The extension (B) should be installed only for use with the nylon string head, with the aid of he string cutter blade (L) that regulates the length of the string and thus the cutting diameter. + For correct assembly see the illustration on the cover and perform the following sequence of steps: + Insert the extension (B) on the safety guard (A) atthe reference notches (C), and fasten with the screws (D), then apply the sting cutter blade (L) with the cutting edge facing towards the outside of the shield, and fasten it with the screw (E) (Make sure the screws are tightened all the way (E) and are not loosened by the vibrations. I necessary, tighten them again). AA SAUTION vou are using ie arass cuting blade, remove the extension (B) on the guard (A). [ F. Usable cutting tools and their installation on the machine CAUTIONI The following are the only cutting devices that can be installed on your machine:

2) Nylon string head

b) Grass blade with a maximum of 8 teeth. Each of these devices requires the installation of a special guard. Follow he instructions for correct assembly carefully. Fasten the cuting tools correctiy with all their parts in the order indicated so as to prevent severe injuries to the operators, other people and animals.

CAUTIONI Use grass blades or nylon string heads with the MAXIMUM ROTATION SPEED {tenciled on them by the manufacturer) of at least 10.500 min. CAUTIONI Any operations involving the cuting devices and their guards should be done with the engine off. CAUTIONI If you turn the machine over to faclitate assembly ofthe cutting tools, make sure the cap on the fuel tank is securely fastened and there are no leaks of fuel.

CAUTIONI! WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF

REPLACEMENTS, WHICH CAN BE

PURCHASED FROM AUTHORIZED

DISTRIBUTORS. THE USE OF OTHER

ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENTS

INCREASES THE DANGER OF ACCIDENTS

AND IN THIS CASE THE MANUFACTURER

HAS NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES TO

PERSONS AND/OR PROPERTY. Assembly of nylon string head and blade Apply the proper guard depending on whether you plan to use the grass blade or nylon string head (see chapter: “Application of protective devices on cutter”). + F1. Apply the nylon string head as shown in the ilustration: a) Protection flange b) Upper plate c) Guard d) Nylon sting head. Tighten by tuning counterclockwise. B EE à

• F2. As you tighten, hold Ihe nylon string head and plate still and insertthe wrench or screwdriver supplied in the holes in the plate and gearbox: first tum the plate until the Ivo holes match. + F3. Apply the blade as shown in the ilustration: a) Protection flange b) Upper plate with blade centering c) Guard d) Blade with wording and direction arrow facing upward e) Lower plate f) Fixed cup g) Blade fastening nut. À FE: CAUTION Do rt use te rien sing head guard extension (H) with metal blades. + F4. Make sure the hole in the blade is perfectiy coupled with the centering collar on the upper plate. Tighten by tuming counterclockwise. As you tighten, hold the blade-plate assembly stil by inserting the wrench or screwdriver supplied in the holes provided. F5. String head The nylon string head is used to cut grass and weeds along borders orin zones with obstacles like wall, fences or trees. It can operate in a very narrow or uneven zone. The nylon string cuts the grass neally without damaging the bark of the trees or causing violent impact such as due to the contact of a rigid blade with a hard surface. Supply of the nylon string - A À SAONE sine tin inde housedi he plastic shield will cut the nylon string to optimum length; a string that is too long reduces the rotation speed of the engine and interferes with cuting efficiency, as well as increasing the risk of injury. During cutting, the nylon string wears naturally causing an increase in the speed of the engine and a reduced cutting capacity. When this happens, to bring out more sting bump the head against the ground: release the throttle trigger to reduce the engine speed to less than 4000 rpm. Tap gent on the ground with the button as shown in the figure and the string wil| come out automatically. Accelerate again. Ifthe string does not come out make sure there is stl| some left and try again.

Supply of the nylon string -B In order to extend the nylon line as it wears down, pull the mower gauge dounwards and turn it in a clockwise direction to feed out the desired length of line. F6. Attachments fitting/removal (for split shaft models only)

1) Loosen the joint knob fist, then insert attachments

shaît into the shafattachment joint (1) and make sure that the locking pin(A) is secured in one of its housings, finally lock firmiy the joint knob(B).

2) To remove the attachment from the power unit:

loosen the joint knob{1), push the locking pin (2) and, Keeping it pressed, remove attachments shaft from the joint(3).

3) Every attachment manual explains through a picture

in which ways each attachment can be assembled on the power unit: a configuration is forbidden if crossed if marked with "NO" and/or the X symbol, orifit isn't shown at all. À configuration is allowed if marked with “OK' and/or the V/” symbol. The figure shows assembling configurations allowed for the string head/grass blade attachment (with the rules defined in the previous paragraph, it is forbidden to assemble the string head/grass blade attachment with the locking pin in both left and right housing, allowing its assembling in {he upper housing only). G. Assembly of grips G1. Double handle Adjust and secure double hand clamp by tightening the screws. G2. Delta handle For your safety, fasten the della handle in front of the label placed on the shaît at a distance of at least 11 cm From the rear grip. The handle should be fastened in a comfortable working position. The safety pole guard should be mounted using the accessories supplied and in the configuration shown in the figure, in contact with the delta handle. [ H. Starting and stopping the engine CAUTIONI! First read chapter “Safety Precautions" AA SAUTIOM State brush eut in alt place. During startup stand in a stable position. Make sure the blade or nylon string head do not touch the ground or any obstacles. À SALON Sin ein of sante wih one hand and hold the machine in a stable position with the other. (Take care not to wind the starter Sting around your hand) and pul slowly until you encounter some resistance, then pull the cord sharply and forcefully (to start the engine when cold or warm follow the procedures described). A SAUTIOM Do rotpule starter corde way and do notrelease itabruptiy againstthe machine as this could damage it Cold engine starting +"Hf. Move stop switch to the "ON" position. + H2. Depress the safety lever (S), squeeze the accelerator tigger (A) and push the throttle advance forwards (B). Now release the accelerator trigger (A) and then the throttle advance (B). CAUTIONI When the throtlle advance is engaged, the head or blade rotates. + H3. Move choke lever (E) to the closed position [+1. + H4. Press the primer bulb (C) several times until you see fuel going back to carburetor through pipe (D). Pull starter rope until engine fires once. + HS. Move choke lever (E) to the open position [+ then pull starter rope until engine res. Let engine run for à few seconds holding the timmer. Now disengage throttle advance by puling trigger completely. Engine will now keep on running at idle speed. Hot engine starting STOP switch on START position 1. Trigger on idle position (released). Choke towards (open position 1+1). Press the primer bulb (C) several limes until you see fuel going back to carburetor through pipe (D). Pul starter rope. CAUTIONI When the throttle (B) advance is engaged, the head or blade rotates. HG. Engine stopping Press the stop Switch moving it to STOP position “D”. CAUTIONI When the engine is switched off VAN rotating parts, blade or nylon string head, will Keep on rotating for a few seconds. Hold the machine until al parts come to a standstil. AA SAUTION 1 an emergency le above mentioned delay in stopping may be shortened by touching blade parallel on the ground. ENGLISH

1. Carburetor adjustment

Your machine can be equipped with a low emission carburetor. We recommend that you have any adjustment of the carburetor made exusively by an authorized service center, which disposes of special equipment for ensuring the best performance with the lowest emissions. To adjust {he speed to the minimum, {um the screw marked (T) as shown: With the engine running and well warmed up, turn the screw (T) gentiy clockwise, until the engine rotates atregular speed (stead noise), without the cutting devices in motion. Ifthe cutting devices are moving, turn the screw (T) gently counterclockwise until you obtain the proper adjustment. The correct minimum speed is shoun in the instruction manual in the paragraph of technical data. AA SAUTION Ale above adusmments shout be made with the cuttng devices correct installed. AA SAUTION State brush cul in a at place. During startup stand in a stable position. Make sure the blade or nylon string head do not touch the ground or any obstacles. The warranty may be invalidated due to erroneous adjustments made by personnel not belonging to authorized service centers. L. Routine maintenance Check periodically to see that al the screws in the machine are securely fastened in place. Replace damaged, wom, cracked or bent blades. Always make sure the blade or nylon string head is correctiy installed and the nut holding the blade is tight. L1. Cleaning the air filter (Atleast every 25 hours of work). À clogged fier causes altération of the carburetor adjustment, reducing power and increasing fuel consumption, as well as causing difficulies in startup. Open the cover on the filter as shown in the figure by pressing in the point indicated by the arrow for release. Clean the inside of the fier housing thoroughly (fig. L2). The filter can be cleaned using gentle jets of compressed air, For more thorough cleaning it can be washed in soapy water. L3. Gearbox Every 50 working hours add grease for high speed gears in the gearbox, through the hole (C). LA. Spark plug Periodically (at least every 50 hours) remove and clean the spark plug and set the space between the electrodes (0.5/0.6 mm). Replace it if excessively encrusted or, in any case, afler 100 working hours. In case of excessive encrustation check the carburetor adjustment, the percentage of oil in the fuel mixture and make sure the oil is of excellent quality and suitable for two-stroke engines. LS. Fuel filter To clean or replace the fier, remove the cap on the tank and take the filter out using a hook or long-nose pliers. Periodically, every season, contact your service center for general maintenance and cleaning of he inside. This will reduce the possibility of unexpected problems and will ensure the good performance and long life of your machine. À CAUTION! Regular it is important, in order to prevent the engine from overheating, to remove the dust and dirt from the vents, the cylinder cover and fins on the cylinder, using a wooden scraper. AA SAUTION In css of pralonged disuse, empiy the fuel tank and run the engine until it is out of gas. Store the brush cutter in à dry place. L6. Attachments maintenance (for split shaft models only) Follow maintenance instructions on the attachment manual [ M. Replacement of nylon string CAUTIONI Use only the recommended type of nylon sting. Do not use steel wires for any reason, in order to prevent serious injury. M1. String replacement (String head A) (#) 1, when you bump the nylon string head on the ground, no more string comes out, it means there is none left and you have to replace it. To replace the reel of sting, press both the release pauls indicated by the arrows, remove the empty reel (2), unroll any string left and rewind the new string. (3) Open the original package of sting and insert the ends of the two strings in the eyelets on the reel, then wind the strings completely on the reel in the same direction and fasten the end of each stingin the 2 opposite grooves. (4) Replace the reel in is housing and thread the ends of the strings in their bushings. Pull each string so that about 15 cm comes out on each side Reassemble the nylon string head as shown. (5) Start the machine and repeat the procedures described in the section “Supply of nylon string” M2. String replacement (String head B) {1) Loosen the locking nut on the base of the nylon head by tuming i clockwise.(2) Remove the base cover assembly. Remove the empty spool from the housing and discard any remaining line. (3) Prepare 2 lengths (Bft each) of 2.4 mm nylon line, Thread 1 end of each line into the two holes on opposite sides of the spool. Pinch the exposed ends flat with a pair of pliers to prevent them slipping through the hole.(4) Wind the to lines in the same direction around the spool. (5) Slide the end of the to lines into the grooves to hold the line temporariy. (6) Position the spool back into the housing and pull the line through the eyelets. (7) Pull about 15cm (Ginch) ofline out on either side. (8) Reassemble the nylon string head as

ilustrated: mower gauge,spring and locking nut (tighten in an anti-clockwise direction). Replacement of entire string reel Ifthe reel becomes excessively wom, replace it with a whole new reel. Replacement of the complete nylon string head If upon visual inspection (and in any case after a violent bump) the casing on the nylon string head appears damaged, it should be replaced. For this operation see “Usable cuttng tools and their installation on the machine”. [ N. Cutting techniques CAUTION! Before using the machine read the following chapters carefully: “Safety Précautions" and “Description of safety devices”

CAUTION! Always wear the recommended personal protection gear. engine to minimum speed as running it at top speed without a load can damage the engine severely. Never raise the brush cutter above knee level during cutting. Wait until the engine is running at minimum speed before moving the machine from one section to another. Stop the engine when you change workplace.

CAUTIONI Before using the machine, make sure all the parts are properly assembled. CAUTION! In mounting the cutting utensils follow the instructions in the chapter entitled “Usable cutting tools and their installation on the machine”. ABSOLUTELY DO NOT USE THE

BRUSH CUTTER IF THE SPECIFIC SAFETY

GUARD FOR THE CUTTING DEVICE IN USE IS NOT SECURELY FASTENED (see chapter “Assembly of safety guards”). Failure to follow this rule can expose you to serious danger such as: a) possible contact with rotating and cutting parts b) possible contact with fying debris. CAUTION! Do not use worn or damaged cutting devices. CAUTION! Try to limit contact and impact of the cuting devices against the ground and other objects as much as possible. Hold the cutting device away from your body. CAUTION! Twigs or grass may jam between the safety guard and the blade or nylon string head Never try to remove this material with the engine running and the blade rotating. Always stop the engine before performing any operations of cleaning, and wait for the cutling device to stop in order to prevent injury. CAUTION! During use and for a few minutes after switching off the machine, the gearbox and zone near the shaft on which the cutting device is fastened are very hot. Contact can cause burns. Do not touch these parts if they are still hot. CAUTION! The muffler and its guard are very hot during use and after the engine has been switched off, even with the engine running at minimum speed. Contact can cause bus. Do not touch these parts if they are stil hot. The machine is ideal to complete the work of the lawnmover. In fact, it can reach places where a normal launmower is unable to go. During the cutting operations, keep the engine running at high speed. After every cutting stage, decelerate the Before correct you start cutting again, make sure your position is and stable: Cutting and trimming grass borders with the nylon string

Cutting head CAUTIONI For nylon sting heads, use only stings made offlexible material recommended by the manufacturer. For example, you should never use metal wire because it could cause serious injuries to people, property and animals. An unsuitable string could break and turn into a very dangerous missile. with the nylon string head is suitable for light jobs like trimming borders and cutting the grass around trees. Mowing To prevent damage to your lawn or the cutting mechanism, keep the string parallel to the ground but avoid contact with the terrain. Trimming borders Angle 1 from th he nylon string head keeping it a short distance e ground. Cut using the end of the string. Do not press the string against the material to be cut. Drawing out the string AS you cut, the nylon string wears doun naturally (see paragraph entitled “String head"). Thinning grass with the grass cutter blade

Cuttng CAUTIONI Always work with a sharp blade. A blade with wo teeth can create problems in cutting and can cause KICKBACK, that is, à violent thrust on the front of the machine caused by the impact of the blade against wood or solid foreign bodies. This kickback can cause loss of control of the machine. Never sharpen à damaged blade: replace with a new one. N1. CAUTIONI Do not let the blade cut in the risk sector to preventkickback (see paragraph "Safety precautions”). with the blade is recommended for thinning the gras, especially when tall and sturdy. N2. The grass is cut with swinging motions from side to side, m: rintaining the blade parallel to the ground. During the right to left swing the grass is cut, while the backswing ENGLISH

must be made without using the blade. KICKBACK can N1. CAUTION! WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF oceur when cuting is done with the risk sector of the ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES AND blade: we recommend cuttng with the rest of the blade. REPLACEMENTS. THESE CAN BE FOUND AT Take care that the cup supporing the blade just grazes YOUR OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTOR'S, THE USE the ground. This will prevent the blade from touching the OF ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENTS ground THAT ARE NOT ORIGINAL INCREASES THE DANGER OF ACCIDENTS AND IN THIS CASE

THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT LIABLE FOR

ANY DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR

PROPERTY. ©. Environmental information This section contains information useful for maintaining Periods of prolonged disuse the characteristics of eco-compatiblity included in the AWays emply the fuel tank wilh the same precautions origin design ofthe machine, and as regards proper use used in filing it (O). and disposal of oil and fuel. Disposal Design Do not dispose inappropriately of the machine when it is In the design stage, care was taken to develop an engine no longer usable. Deliver it to an authorized organization with reduced consumption and low emissions of noise for proper disposal in compliance with the regulations in and pollutant exhaust fumes. force. Use of machine The operations of filing the tank with the fuel mixture should be carried out in such a way as to avoid spiling fuel and contaminating the soil and environment. P. Troubleshooting table The engine does not] The engine stutters | The machine starts start or loses power but does not cut properiy Make sure the STOP switch is on I. Make sure that the fuel tank is at least 25% full. Make sure the air filter is clean. Remove the sparkplug, dry and clean it, then retum itto its place. Ifnecessary, replace it. Change the fuel filer. Contact your supplier. Follow the correct procedure for assembly of the . cutting accessories. Make sure the metal accessories are sharp, and . contact your supplier i necessary. The engine continues to have problems: contact your authorized supplier

Q. Declaration of conformity The undersigned, authorized by E.O.P., declares that the following products model: type BCO22, BCO10C starting from the serial numbers produced from 2001 on, manufactured by E.O.P. Valmadrera, taly, comply with European Directive: 98/37/EEC (Machine Directive), 93/68/EEC (EEC Marking Directive) & 89/336/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive), directive 2000/14/EEC (Enclosure V). Ted Ga Valmadrera, 15/12/01 Giuseppe Todero (Technical Manager) Electrolux Outdoor Products Italy S.p.A. Via Como 72, 23868 Valmadrera (Lecco) ITALY R. Technical data Displacement (cm) 25 29 Bore (mm) 35 3 Stroke (mm) 2 2 Engine output (kW) (ISO 8893) 07 08 Maximum shaît rotation frequency (min!) 7300 7300 fier es (rue or) gendre at maximum rotation 10220 10220 Engine speed at max power (min!) 7500 7500 Minimum speed (min°!) 2800 2800 Maximum speed, no load (min!) 9500 9500 Dry weight (kg) 58 58 Fuel tank capacity (cm) 620 620 Noise pressure (at operator ear) Lpav (dBA) (ISO 7917) 99 99 Measured sound power level Lwav (dBA) (ISO 10884) 112.57 112.57 Guaranteed noise level Lwav (dBA) (ISO 10884) 113 113 Vibrations of rear/right grip (m/s?) (ISO 5349) 415 4345 Vibrations of frontieft grip (m/s?) (ISO 5349) 8415 745 ENGLISH - 11