B 300B - Brush cutter PARTNER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL B 300B PARTNER

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A. General Description |

2) Manufacturers name and address

3) Year of manufacture (last two figures: e.g.

7) CE marking of conformity

B. Safety precautions Meaning of symbols

Warning. Safety apparel: Approved protective goggles or visor, approved hard hat and hearing protection, Read the instructions for the user carefully and make sure you understand how all the controls work. (e) Safety apparel: Approved gloves. Safety apparel: Approved boots. Do notsmoke when refueling or usingthe machine ENGLISH

Fuel enrichment (starting aid). vwL

Danger of fying debris. Minimum safety distance 15m. Prior to use + Do not use this machine for any other purpose than that for which itwas designed, using the proper cutting 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”). All users should be familiar 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 with these instructions and are not sufficiently trained to use the brush cutter. Local regulations may specify an age limit for users. Keep this manual with the machine when selling or lending it, to enable the future users to familiarize themselves with the product and instructions for safe AWays inspectthe machine carefully prior o use: make sure it is 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. + Performall operations of maintenance and/or assembly ONLY with the engine off and wearing gloves. Apparel + 82. 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 barefoo. c) Sturdy gloves ENGLISH Maximum shaft speed. Danger ofkickback. The blade is capable of amputating arms and legs. CAUTION! Danger of serious leg injuries. Take scrupulous care to follow the instructions me in the manual. CAUTION! The cutting parts and mufler may get very hot and cause burns. Wait a fewr minutes before touching them. NE : 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 poorly 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, bottes 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 let the 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 so that the exhaust fumes can escape freely without obstruction from your clothing. f you have never used à brush cutter before, practice using it for a while before actually starting to work with it + B6. While working, grip the brush cutter firmiy 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. haress 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 to it 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 ahays 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 ifyouhave 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 {he 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 À\ and safe use ofthe machine, make sure o use original replacements at al times. Précautions for carrying the machine + B8. Never carry the brush cutter, even for short distances, vith 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 leaks out. We recommend emptying the fuel tank whenever you transport {he machine CAUTION! For your safety, during transport and À 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 fire 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. If 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 correctly fited. Before every start check the attachment/shaît joint and the attachment to be assembled corecty and in excellent conditions. This manual is meant to be: he manual of the power unit: the manual of the string head/grass blade attachment and, moreover, if not explicitiy stated othenvays, it refers to the two units as already assembled in ther proper way (see chapter F6. attachments fiting/removal) When using other attachments, carefully 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 replacements 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 professionaly. In case of any doubts contact an authorized service center. Safety lever A SATONI Nes use machine wa ls Sly lever pressed with adhesive tape, string or other. + This device serves to prevent accidentall pressing the throtte trigger (flg. À 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. 20). + By means of 2 separate springs, upon releasing the grip, the throttle trigger (fig. À no. 3) and safety lever (fig. À no. 20) retum automatically to their original positions. Engine stop device + Tum the stop button Stop (fig. À no. 8) 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 fig. À no. 8) is turned to the Stop position. Protection for transport AA SAUTION Before apphing te guard such of the engine and wait for he 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. 24). À TON Neerisathemactine ray reason without the specific safety devices listed below! Though they do not entirely eliminate al risks, they greatly reduce the danger. ENGLISH 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 defeclive guard can cause serious injuries. Periodicaly, check its conditions and replace if necessary. + This very important safety device (fig. À no.19) prevents any objects that come into contact with the cuting device, or the grass itself, from 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 a hard surface (fig. À no. 21) 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 ofthe brush cutter. AA. SAUTION The muler 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.

CAUTIONI Engine exhaust fumes are toxic. For this reason, you should not use the machine indoors. CAUTIONI Engine exhaust fumes can get very hot and may contain sparks. Do not use the machine near inflammable material. Harness

CAUTION! I is very important to familiarize 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 to support the machine during use (see “Safety precautions", B7). Before fastening the machine to the strapping, adjust the bandolier belt so that the fasten/release device is about 15 cm above your waist. Using the blade, fasten the machine to the buckle using the hole nearest your body. D. Fuel Mixture CAUTION! Do not smoke while refueling! + Open the cap on the tank by loosening it slowly. Fill the tank outdoor, far from flames or sparks. Never add fuel in the tank when {he engine is running or hot to avoid the risk offre (let the engine cool off before filing the tank). Avoid contact of the oil and fuel with the skin and eyes. Fill the tank in a well-ventilated place. Do not inhale the toxic fumes of the fuel mixture. Store the fuel mixture in suitable fuel containers on. Preparation of the mixture

CAUTIONI Do not use any other type of fuel than 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 a minimum octane rating = 90) and fully synthetic oil specific for two-speed engines that use unleaded gasoline in the proportions indicated in the table onthe cover, fig. (D) CAUTIONI Control the specifications of the oil shown on the package: the use of oi lacking the speciications expressy indicated in this manual could cause serious damage to the engine! + To obtainthe bestmixture, pour the ol 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) Filing the tank

CAUTION! The following precautions 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 carefully to eliminate any excess pressure. + Do not take the cap offthe tank with the engine running. + After fueling, close the cap tightiy. + Fillthe tank in a well-ventilated place. + Place the machine on a solid flat surface so that it cannot tp 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 off 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 tightiy. + During use, to prevent problems in starting the engine again, we strongly recommend that you avoid letting the fuel run out in the tank.

CAUTIONL 1 you spil any fuel, wipe it of the machine. If you have spil it on yourself, change your clothes at once. Avoid contact with the skin or eyes. CAUTION! The muffler gets very hot during use and remains hot for some time after switching off the engine. This also applies at idie speed. Take every précaution 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 ENGLISH

gasoline could propagate and reach a fire, candle, burner or fumace pilot light, water heater, dryer, etc. + The fumes produced by the fuel can cause an explosion or fie. + Never store excessive quantities of fuel. E. Assembly of safety guard E1,E2. 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). E. 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). À SALTON you are using te rass euting 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 the instructions for correct assembly carefully. Fasten the cutting tools correctiy with all their parts in the order indicated 50 as to prevent severe injuries to the operators, other people and animals.

CAUTIONI Use grass blades or nylon string heads with the MAXIMUM ROTATION SPÉED {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 f you turn the machine over to faciltate 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 ENGLISH B EE d) Nylon string head. Tighten by tuning counterclockwise. + F2. As you tighten, hold the nylon string head and plate still and insertthe wrench or screwdriver supplied in the holes in the plate and gearbox: fist 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. AA F4: SAUTION Do not use he ion sing head guard extension (H) with metal blades. + F4 Make sure the hole in the blade is perfectiy coupled with the centering collar on {he upper plate. Tighten by tuming counterclockwise. As you tighten, hold the blade-plate assembly st by inserting the wrench or screwdriver supplied in the holes provided. F5. “Tap and go” nylon 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. F6. attachments fitting/removal (for split shaft models only)

1) Loosen the joint knob first, then insert attachments

shaît into the shaf/attachment 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 attachment's shaf 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 K symbol,

orifitisn't shoun at all. À configuration is allowed if marked with “OK” and/or the symbol. The figure shows assembling configurations allowed for the sting 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 the upper housing only). Supply of the nylon string AN SAUTIOM The sringctina ble housedinthe plastic shield wil cut {he nylon sting to optimum length a string that is too long reduces the rotation speed of the engine and interferes with cutting 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 throtle trigger to reduce the engine speed to less than 4000 rpm. Tap gent on the ground with the button (A) 28 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. G. Assembly of grips Gf. Double handled grip The grip (A) can be adjusted to suit the needs of the operator by moving it forward or backward. Loosen the knob (C), place the handle in the desired position then tighten the knob (C) again. AA SAUTION The hand assembl (4) can be folded parallel to the transmission shaît to faciltate transport and storage of the machine. Loosen the knob (C), turn the support (B), by 90° clockuise, fold the handle (A) in the desired position and tighten the knob (C) G2. Delta handle For your safety, fasten the delta handle in front of the label placed on the shaft 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 Bent front grip CAUTION! The grip acts as a guard when the special extension is mounted (D). Screw the side safety guard securely into the threaded housing on the bent grip as shown in the figure, whenever you use the cutting blade. The bent grip (A) can be adjusted according to the needs of the operator by folding it forward or backward. Press the grip adjustment knob (B), place the grip in one of the positions marked with the notches (C) in a convenient Working position and release the knob (B) AA SAUTION Wie ble sad, use 1e machine with the grip adjusted in the position marked with the first notch only. CAUTION! Fold the grip parallel to the machine — in the position of the last notch (C) — to faciitate transport and storage of the machine. [ H. Starting and stopping the engine CAUTIONI First read chapter “Safety Precautions” CAUTIONI Start the brush cutter in a flat place. During startup stand in a stable position. Make sure the blade or nylon string head do not touch the ground or any obstacles. CAUTION! Grip the knob of the starter with 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 pull slowly until you encounter some resistance, then pull the cord sharply and forcefull (to start the engine when cold or warm follow the procedures described). CAUTIONI Do not pull the starter cord allthe way VAN and do notrelease itabrupliy againstthe machine as this could damage it.

Startup of cold engine + Hf. Stop switch (À) tumed to | opposite the “STOP" mark. + H2. Turn the fuel enrichment lever (B) to the closed position + H3. Pump by pressing several times on the bulb (C) until you see the fuel flow back into the tank through the tube (D). Pul the starter cord until the machine stars. Letthe engine run a few seconds holding the brush cutter still. Grasp the control grip fimly and accelerate, automatically the enrichment lever wil| return to its original position. À SAONE The sing dois are now tag. Startup of warm engine + Hf. STOP switch tumed to 1 (START). Throtte trigger lever in minimum position (released). + H4. Enrichment lever (B) in original position ENGLISH

+ H3. Pump by pressing several times on the bulb (C) until you see the fuel flow back into the tank through the tube (D). Pull the starter cord. Stopping the engine + H5. Tum the stop switch (A) to O (STOP). CAUTIONI After stopping the engine the rotating parts, blade or nylon string head, keep spinning by inerta for a few seconds. Grip the machine firmly until they stop. AA SAUTIOM 1 ces g'emergency he aboue day can be abbreviated by scraping the blade supporing cup parallel on the ground.

1. Carburetor adjustment

Your machine can be equipped with a low emission carburetor. We recommend that you have any adjustment of the carburetor made exlusively by an authorized service center, which disposes of special equipment for ensuring the best performance with the lowest emissions. To adjust the speed to the minimum, {um the screw marked (T) as shown: With the engine running and well warmed up, tum 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. CAUTION! AI the above adjustments should be made with the cuttng devices correct installed. AA SAUTION State brush aura 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 {he 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 af pralonged sus, 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 If, 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 string, press both the release pawls indicated by the arrow, remove ENGLISH the empty reel (fig. M2), unrol any string left and rewind the new string. M3. Rewinding the new strin. Open the original package of string and insert the ends of the two strings in the eyelets on the reel, then wind the stings completely on the reel in the same direction and fasten the end of each sting in the 2 opposite grooves.

M4. Reassembly + Replace the reel in is housing and thread the ends of the strings in their bushings. + Pulleach string so that about 15 cm comes out on each side + Reassemble the nylon string head as shown (fig. M5). Startthe machine and repeatthe procedures described in the section “Supply of nylon string’. 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 afler a violent bump) the casing on the nylon string head appears damaged, it should be replaced. For this operation see “Usable cutting tools and their installation on the machine”. [ N. Cutting techniques

The machine is ideal to complete the work of the lawnmover. In fact, it can reach places where a normal lawnmower is unable to go. During the cutting operations, keep the engine running at CAUTIONI Before using the machine read the following chapters carefully: “Safety Précautions" and “Description of safety devices”.

CAUTION! Always wear the recommended personal protection gear. CAUTIONI Before using the machine, make sure all the parts are properly assembled. CAUTIONI 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. CAUTIONI Do not use wom or damaged cutting devices. high speed. After every cutting stage, decelerate the engine to minimum speed as running it at top speed without à 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. Before you start cutting again, make sure your position is correct and stable. Cutting and trimming grass borders with the nylon string head À SALON! Formion sing head use ni strings made of flexible 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. Cuting with the nylon string head is suitable for light jobs like timming borders and cutting the grass around trees. CAUTIONI Try to limit contact and impact of the cutting devices against the ground and other > à objects as much as possible. Hold the cutting device away from your body. CAUTIONI 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 cutting device to stop in order to prevent injury. CAUTIONI During use and for a few minutes after suitching off the machine, the gearbox and zone near the shaît on which the cutting device is fastened are very hot. Contact can cause burns. Do not touch these parts if they are stil hot. CAUTIONI The mufler and its guard are very hot during use and after the engine has been suitched off, even with the engine running at minimum speed. Contact can cause bums. Do not touch these parts if they are still hot. 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 the nylon sting head keeping it a short distance from the 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. When this happens, to draw out more string bump the head against the ground (see paragraph entitled *Tap and go system for nylon string head”). ENGLISH

Thinning grass with the grass cutter blade À SALTON Airars vo it a sham blde. À 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 a damaged blade: replace with a new one. A M,CAUTION! Do noel lade cut te risk sector to preventkickback (see paragraph “Safety precautions"). Cutting with the blade is recommended for thinning the grass, especially when tall and sturdy. N2. The grass is cut with swinging motions from side to side, maintaining the blade parallel to the ground. During the right to left swing the grass is cut, while the backswing must be made without using the blade. KICKBACK can oceur when cutting is done with the risk sector of the blade; we recommend cutting with the rest of he blade. Take care that the cup supporting the blade just grazes the ground. This will prevent the blade from louching the ground. N1. CAUTION! WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF

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PROPERTY. ©. Environmental information This section contains information useful for maintaining the characteristics of eco-compatibiity included in the origin design of the machine, and as regards proper use and disposal of oil and fuel. Design In the design stage, care was taken to develop an engine with reduced consumption and low emissions of noise and pollutant exhaust fumes. 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. Periods of prolonged disuse AWways empty the fuel tank with the same précautions used in filing it (0). Disposal Do not dispose inappropriately of the machine when it is no longer usable. Deliver to an authorized organization for proper disposal in compliance with the regulations in force. P. Troubleshooting table start The engine does not The machine stars but does not cut properiy The engine stutters or loses power 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 if necessary. The engine continues to have problems: contact your authorized supplier