BC 4535 IIS Premium - Grass trimmer AL-KO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BC 4535 IIS Premium AL-KO

Read this documentation before starting up the machine. This is a precondition for safe working and flawless operation. Observe the safety warnings in this docu- mentation and on the product. This documentation is a permanent integral part of the product described and must be passed on to the new owner if the product is sold. Explanation of symbols CAUTION! Following these safety warnings care- fully can prevent personal injury and/or material damage. ADVICE Special instructions for greater ease of understanding and improved handling. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This documentation describes a hand-held scythe with a petrol engine. Product overview see Figure 1 1 Cutting blade 2 String head 3 Guard 4 “Bike“ grip 5 Gas lever 6 Engine ON / OFF switch 7 Gas lever lock 8 Shoulder strap 9 Air filter shroud 10 Petrol tank 11 lever “Choke / Run” 12 Primer (cold-start) 13 peel-away sheath Symbols on the machine Caution! Special care required during use. Read the operating instructions before start-up. Wear safety goggles, safety helmet, ear defenders. Wear gloves. Wear safety shoes. Keep body and clothing away from cut- ting parts. Danger due to ejected objects! 15m(50ft) The distance between the device and other persons must be at least 15 m. Safety and protective equipment Emergency Stop In the event of an emergency, swith the ignition switch to “STOP”.en Product description 16 BC 4535 II-S Stone impact guard Protects the operator from ejected objects. The integrated cutter shortens the cutting string to the permissible length. CAUTION! Risk of injury! Safety and protective devices should not be disabled. Split shaft Via the split shaft, you can easily assemble the Motorsense, take it apart after mowing and store compactly. Designated use This device is intended for trimming and mowing lawns on private premises. Using this device for any other or additional purpose is considered con- trary to its intended use. Possible misuse CAUTION! The equipment is intended for domestic use only. TECHNICAL DATA BC 4535 II Motor type 2-stroke, air-cooled Cylinder capacity 42,7 cm³ Power: 1,1 kW Dry weight 7,6 kg Operating weight wi- thout petrol 9,0 kg Fuel capacity 1,1 l Ignition Electronic Spark plug L8RTC Drive train Centrifugal clutch Grip „Bike“-grip Sound power level 113 dB ± LpA 3 bdB Sound pressure level 102 dB Vibration ≤ 15 m/s2 uncertainty K 2,25 m/s2 String diameter 2,5 mm Cutting width, string 41 cm Cutting width, cutting blade 25 cm Max. engine speed 9.500 U/min Engine idle speed 2800 ± 150 U/min Tool speed 7.500 U/min Attachment cutting blade Attachment string head Attachment strap Art. Nr. 112405 Art. Nr. 112406 Art. Nr. 411705 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use the machine only in perfect working or- der. Do not deactivate safety and protection de- vices The machine must not be operated with dif- ferent cutting tools or attachments. Wear appropriate working clothes: Long trousers, sturdy footwear, gloves. Safety helmet, safety goggles, ear de- fenders. Always ensure stability when working. The machine must not be operated if the ope- rator is under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. Always operate the appliance with two hands. Keep the handles dry and clean. Keep body and clothing away from cutting parts. Keep others away from dangerous areas. Remove foreign objects from the working area. Always keep the guard, string head and en- gine free of mowing debris.Safety instructions 440 247_a 17 Before leaving the equipment unattended: Turn the engine off Wait for the cutting unit to stop Do not leave the appliance unsupervised. Children and other persons who are unfami- liar with the operating instructions must not operate the machine Before use, check that all screws, bolts and nuts on the device are tight. Insert the blade guard for ever, before they transport the device or the knife or store. ASSEMBLY CAUTION! The machine must not be put in opera- tion before it has been assembled com- pletely. Mounting the “Bike” grip see Figure 2

1. Place the rubber sleeve (3) over the shaft.

2. Fasten the lower brace (2) and the center

piece (4) using the four Allen screws (1).

3. Place the grip rod (5) into the grip holder and

fasten with the upper brace (6) and the four Allen screws (7). Mounting the guard see Figure 3

1. Place the metal plate (2) under the guard (3).

2. Fasten to the support bar with 4 screws (1).

ADVICE The cutter integrated into the guard au- tomatically shortens the cutting string to the optimal length. Mounting the rail see fig. 14

1. Slide the lower half of the rail into the holder.

Mounting the rail see fig. 11

1. Release the lock nut (a -1) and pull out the

splint (a -2) slightly.

2. Insert the lower rail with the protective cover

(a -3) in the upper rail.

3. Release the splint again (b -1) and secure the

lower rail with the lock nut (b -2). Detaching the rail see fig. 11

1. Release the lock nut (c -1) and pull out the

splint (c -2) slightly.

2. Pull the lower rail with the protective cover (d

-1) out of the upper rail.

The Motorsense is now more compact for storage. Mounting the cutting blade see Figure 4

1. Remove the smaller half shield from the

3. Place the cutting blade (4) on the drive plate

(2) in such a way that the hole in the cutting blade is exactly aligned with the guide circle of the drive plate.

4. Push the flange (5) onto the cutting blade so

that the flat side faces the cutting blade.

5. Secure the clamping nut (7) on the guide pin

(1). To do this, insert the Allen key (3) into the hole provided and tighten.

Caution: left-hand thread!

6. Secure the nut with the cotter pin.

Mounting the string head see Figure 5

1. Remove the cotter pin and flange.

2. Insert an Allen key (3) into the hole in the drive

plate (2) and screw the string head (4) onto the guide pin of the drive shaft (1).

Caution: left-hand thread!

3. Lock the drive plate with the Allen key in order

to mount the string head. Adjusting the shoulder strap see Figure 10

2. Hook the locking hooks into the eyelet.

3. Check the length of the shoulder strap by ma-

king a number of swinging movements wi- thout switching on the engine. The string head or cutting blade must move parallel to the ground.en Fuel and Operating fluids 18 BC 4535 II-S CAUTION! Always use the shoulder strap when working with the device. Only hook up the shoulder strap once the engine is started and idling.

FUEL AND OPERATING FLUIDS

Safety WARNING! Fire danger! Petrol is highly flammable! Store petrol in designated containers only. Only refuel in open air. Never smoke while refilling! Do not open the tank cap while the engine is running or if the machine is hot. Replace a damaged petrol tank and/or tank cap. Always close the tank cap. If petrol has been spilt: Do not start the engine Do not start the equipment Clean the equipment WARNING! Never leave an engine running in an en- closed space. Toxic hazard! Preparing a fuel mixture ADVICE Only use fuel in a ratio of 50:1.

1. Pour petrol and a branded 2-stroke oil into a

suitable container in accordance with the ta- ble.

2. Mix both parts thoroughly.

Table of fuel mixing ratios Mixing procedure Petrol Mixing oil 1 l 20 ml 3 l 60 ml 50 parts petrol: 1part mixing oil 2-stroke mixing oil 5 l 100 ml STARTUP CAUTION! Always perform a visual check prior to start-up. The device may not be used if there are any loose, damaged or worn out mounting parts or if the cutting unit is loose, damaged or worn out. Always operate the trimmer with the guard. Always observe the operating instructions supplied by the engine manufacturer. Check the cutting parts for damage or cracks before use, and exchange any damaged or worn parts for original spare parts. Starting the engine WARNING! Never leave an engine running in an en- closed space. Toxic hazard! Before start-up, shorten the cutting string to 13 cm to avoid overloading the engine. Observe local ordinances regarding opera- ting times. Choke settings CHOKE RUN Kaltstart CAUTION! Risk of kickback! Always pull the starter cord straight out. Do not let it snap back too quickly. see Figure 7

1. Set the ignition switch to the “Start” position.

2. Lock the gas lever.

a) Press the “Lock off” switch (2) inwards. Then simultaneously press the gas lever (3) and the gas lever lock (4). b) Release the “Lock off” switch. The gas lever latches into full throttle. see Figure 6

3. Set the choke (1) to the “CHOKE” position.

4. Squeeze the fuel pump (2) 10 times.

5. Pull the starter cord out straight 3-4 times until

the engine starts (turns on) quickly and audi- bly.Startup 440 247_a 19

6. Once the engine has started: set the choke to

7. Pull out the starter cord until the engine starts.

8. If the engine fails to start, please repeat steps

2. Set the choke to “RUN”.

3. Lock the gas lever as described under “Cold

4. Pull the starter cord a maximum of 6 times.

5. Keep the gas lever pressed down until the en-

gine runs smoothly. Engine does not start

1. Set the choke to the “RUN” position.

2. Pull the starter cord 5 times.

If the engine still does not start

1. Wait 5 minutes and then try again with the gas

lever pressed down. OPERATION Always let the engine run in the upper speed range during trimming and cutting. Safety instructions CAUTION! Please observe the safety and warning notices in this manual and on the pro- duct. CAUTION! During extended periods of use the vi- brations can cause disorders of the blood vessels or nervous systems of the fingers, hands and wrists. You may ex- perience parts of your body going numb, twinges, pains or changes in the skin. If such symptoms arise, please consult your doctor! Never hold the string head higher than knee level when the device is in operation. Never work on a slippery hillside or slope. When mowing on sloping ground, always stand downhill of the cutting device. Never use the device in the vicinity of highly flammable liquids or gases – Risk of fire and/ or explosion! After contact with a foreign object: Switch off the engine. Examine the device for damage. Persons who are not familiar with the trim- mer should practise handling it with the en- gine switched off. Avoiding recoil CAUTION! Risk of injury from uncontrolled kick- back! Do not use cutting blade near solid obst- acles. Dense vegetation, young trees or brushwood can jam the cutting blade and stop it turning. Avoid jamming by noting the direction in which the vegetation leans and then cutting from the opposite side. If the cutting blade becomes entangled during cutting: Switch off the engine immediately. Hold up the device so that the cutting blade does not jump or break. Push the caught material away. Trimming

1. Examine the terrain and determine the desi-

2. Guide and hold the string head at the desired

3. Swing the device from side to side in a

sweeping, scythe-like motion.

4. Always keep the string head parallel with the

ground. Close trimming

1. Hold the device so that it is tilted forward at a

slight angle and moves just above the ground.

2. Always trim away from your body.

Trimming along fences and foundations CAUTION! Risk of injury from uncontrolled kick- back! Do not use cutting blade near solid obst- acles.

1. Move the device slowly and with care, ensu-

ring that the string does not impact with obst- acles.en Operation 20 BC 4535 II-S Trimming around tree trunks

1. Guide the device slowly and carefully around

tree trunks, ensuring that the cutting string does not touch the tree bark.

2. Mow from left to right around tree trunks.

3. Cut grass and weeds with the tip of the string

and keep the string head tilted slightly for- wards. ADVICE Trimming along stone walls, foundations and tree leads to increased string wear. Mowing

1. Tilt the string head to the right at an angle of

2. Move the handgrip to the desired position.

CAUTION! Risk of injury / damage to property from ejected foreignobjects! Remove foreign objects from the working area. Mowing with the cutting blade When mowing with the cutting blade, the cutting blade should be guided in a curving horizontal mo- tion from one side to the other. Before using the cutting blade, observe the follo- wing additionalinstructions: Use the shoulder strap. Check that the cutting blade is correctly fitted. Wear protective clothing and eye protection. Do not use weed cutter blades for cutting brushwood and young trees. CAUTION! Only use original cutting knives and ac- cessories! Non-original parts can cause injuries and device malfunctions! Switch off the engine

1. Release the gas lever and let the engine idle.

2. Set the ignition switch to “STOP”.

CAUTION! Risk of injury! The engine continues to run after it is switched off. Lengthening the cutting string

1. Let the engine run at full throttle and tap the

string head on the ground.

The string is lengthened automatically. ADVICE The cutter on the guard shortens the string to the permissible length. Cleaning the guard

1. Switch off the device.

2. Carefully remove mowing debris with a screw-

driver or similar tool ADVICE Clean the guard regularly to prevent the shaft tube from overheating.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

Air filter CAUTION! Never operate the device without an air filter. Clean the air filter regularly. Exch- ange the filter if damaged.

1. Remove the star screw, take off the cover and

take out the air filter.

2. Clean the air filter with soap and water. Do not

3. Allow the air filter to dry..

4. Install the air filter in reverse sequence.

Fuel filter CAUTION! Never operate the device without a fuel filter. Severe engine damage may result.

1. Completely remove the fuel cap.

2. Empty the remaining fuel into a suitable con-

3. Pull the filter out of the tank with a wire hook.

4. Remove the filter with a twisting motion.

5. Exchange the filter.

Adjusting the Bowden cables see Figure 9 The Bowden cables of your strimmer are fac- tory-adjusted. If the position of the “bike grip” handle is significantly changed, this can cause the Bowden cable to stretch, resulting in malfunction- ing of the throttle. If the cutting head does not come to a standstill after the strimmer has been started and the halfMaintenance and care 440 247_a 21 throttle lock has been released, the Bowden cable must be adjusted by means of the adjusting screw (1). Correct functioning of the throttle is then as- sured once again. CAUTION! Risk of injury from rotatingcutting head! Only adjust Bowden cables with the engine switched off. Only check the function with the strimmer lying down. Sharpening the string cutter blade

1. Remove the cutting blade from the guard.

2. Clamp the cutting blade in a vice and sharpen

it with a flat file. File in one direction only! Spark plug

1. Tighten the spark plug with a torque of

2. Push the spark plug connector onto the spark

plug. ADVICE Spark plug gap = 0,635 mm [0.025“] . see Figure 8 Carburettor adjustment The carburettor is optimally adjusted at the fac- tory. STORAGE CAUTION! Risk of fire and/or explosion! Do not store the machine in the vicinity of naked flames or heat sources. Empty the fuel tank before long periods of storage (over the winter). Only empty the fuel tank outdoors. Allow the engine to cool down before storage. Steps

1. Empty the fuel tank.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it stops.

3. Let the engine cool down.

4. Loosen the spark plug with a spark plug so-

5. Pour a teaspoon of 2-stroke oil into the com-

6. Pull the starter cord slowly several times to

distribute the oil in the interior of the engine.

7. Insert the spark plug again.

8. Thoroughly clean and service the device.

9. Store the device in a cool dry place.

CAUTION! Fire hazard! Do not store fuelled machine in buildings where the petrol fumes might come into contact with naked flames or sparks! RECOMMISSIONING

1. Remove the spark plug.

2. Quickly pull the starter cord to remove leftover

oil from the combustion chamber.

3. Clean the spark plug and check the spark

gap. Replace if necessary.

4. Prepare the device for operation.

5. Fill the tank with the correct fuel/oil mixture.

DISPOSAL Do not dispose of old equipment,batteries or accumulators as householdwaste! Product, packaging, and accessories were made with recyclable materials, and should be disposed of accordingly. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine does not start Incorrect starting procedure Observe operating instructions Wrong lever position on the choke Set the lever to RUNEngine starts but does not con- tinue to run Dirty, incorrectly adjusted or wrong spark plug Clean, adjust or exchange the spark plugen EC declaration of conformity 22 BC 4535 II-S

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION

Fuel filter clogged Exchange the filter Wrong lever position on the choke Set the lever to RUNEngine starts but does not run with full performance Air filter clogged Clean or exchange the filter Motor runs spasmodically Dirty, incorrectly adjusted or wrong spark plug Clean, adjust or exchange the spark plug Excessive smoke Incorrect fuel mixture Use the correct fuel mixture ADVICE In the case of faults that are not listed in this table, or faults that you cannot rectify without assistance, please contact our customer service department.

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• We hereby declare that this product in the form in which it is marketed by us complies with require- ments of the harmonized EC directives, EC safety standards and the product-specific standards. Product Manufacturer Authorised representative Brush cutter Type BC 4535 II AL-KO Geräte GmbH Ichenhauser Str. 14 D-89359 Kötz Anton Eberle Ichenhauser Str. 14 D-89359 Kötz Serial number EC Directives Harmonised standards G 230 2305 2006/42/EC 2004/108/EG 2000/14/EG (13) 2002/88/EG ISO 11806:2009-01 ISO 14982:1998-09 Kötz, 6 June, 2012 Antonio De Filippo Managing Director Sound power level measured: 109 dB(A) guaranteed: 113 dB(A) Conformity assessment 2000 /14/EC Appendix VWarranty 440 247_a 23 WARRANTY If any material or manufacturing defects are found during the statutory customer protection period, we will either repair or replace the equipment, whichever we consider the more appropriate. This statutory period may vary according to the legislation in force in the country where the equipment was purchased. Our warranty is valid only if: The equipment has been used properly The operating instructions have been followed Genuine replacement parts have been used The warranty is no longer valid if: The equipment has been tampered with Technical modifications have been made The equipment was not used for its intended purpose The following are not covered by warranty: Paint damage due to normal wear Wear parts identified by a border [xxx xxx (x)] on the spare parts list Combustion motors (these are covered by a separate warranty from the manufacturer concerned) The warranty period begins on the purchase by the first end user. Decisive is the date on the receipt. To make a claim under warranty, please take this statement of warranty and proof of purchase to the nearest authorised customer service centre. This warranty does not affect the usual statutory rights of the customer relative to the seller.nl Originele gebruikershandleiding 24 BC 4535 II-S ORIGINELE GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING Inhoudsopgave Over dit handboek p. 24
• Productbeschrijving p. 24
• Technische gegevens p. 25
• Veiligheidsvoorschriften p. 25
• Montage p. 26
• Brandstof en Verbruiksstoffen p. 27
• Inbedrijfstelling p. 27
• Bediening p. 28
• Onderhoud p. 29
• Opslag p. 30
• Terug in bedrijf nemen p. 30
• Afvoeren p. 31
• Hulp bij storingen p. 31
• EG-conformiteitsverklaring p. 32
• Garantie p. 32

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