McCulloch Trimmer Cabrio 433B User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read these instructions carefully and make

sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these instructions for future

reference.

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS

RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS: Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire

atentivement les instructions et assurez--vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez

les instructions pour référence ultérieure.

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WICHTIGE INFORMATION: Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabung des

Geräts aufmerksam durch. Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn Sie sicher sind, daß Sie

alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewahren.

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE: Lea atentamente las instrucciones y

asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las instruc-

ciones para la referencia en el futuro.

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IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

A. WARNING! This brushcutter can be dangerous! Careless or improper use can

cause serious or even fatal injury.

B. Read and understand the instruction manual before using the brushcutter.

C. Always use:

Ear protection, eye protection, head protection, boots, and gloves.

D. DANGER! Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust

can cause amputation of arms or legs. Keep people and animals 15 meters away.

E. WARNING! Blade/trimmer line can throw objects violently. You and others can be

blinded or injured. Always wear eye protection and leg protection.

F. The operator of the machine must insure that no one comes within a 15 meter radius

while working. When several operators are working within the same area a safety dis-

tance of at least 15 meters must be observed.

G. Use unleaded or quality leaded petrol and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2.5%.

H. Handlebar to be positioned only below the arrow.

I. Engine ON/STOP (I/0) Switch.

J. Guaranteed sound power level according to Directive 2000/14/EC

K. Maximum rotational frequency of the spindle, rpm

SAFETY RULES

WARNING: When using gardening

appliances, basic safety precautions should al-

ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire and

INSTRUCTION

MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION

ON THE UNIT

serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.

DANGER: This power tool can be dan-

gerous! This unit can cause serious injury in-

cluding amputation or blindness to the operator

and others. The warnings and safety instruc-

tions in this manual must be followed to provide

reasonable safety and efficiency in using the

unit. The operator is responsible for following the

warnings and instructions in this manual and on

the unit. Read the entire instruction manual be-

fore assembling and using the unit! Restrict the

use of this unit to persons who read, under-

stand, and follow the warnings and instructions

in this manual and on the unit. Never allow chil-

dren to operate this unit.

DANGER: Blade can thrust violently

away from material it does not cut. Blade

thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.

Keep people and animals 15 meters away.

WARNING: Blade/trimmer line can

throw objects violently. You andothers can be

blinded or injured. Wear safety glasses and

leg protection.

S Dress properly. Always wear safety

glasses or similar eye protection when op-

erating, or performing maintenance, on

your unit (safety glasses are available).

Eye protection should be marked Z87.

S Always wear a helmet if the trees to be

cleared are taller than 2 meters.

S Always wear face or dust mask if operation

is dusty.

S Always wear heavy, long pants, long

sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearingsafety

leg guards is recommended.

WARNING: Hazard zone for thrown

objects. Blade/Trimmer line can throw objects

violently. Others can be blinded or injured.

Keep people and animals 15 meters away.

S Always wear foot protection. Do not go

barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of

blade/spinning line.

Hazard Zone

S Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure

or remove loose clothing or clothing with

loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.

They can be caught in moving parts.

S Being fully covered also helps protect you

from debris and pieces of toxic plants

thrown by spinning line.

S Stay alert. Do not operate this unit when you

are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of al-

cohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you

are doing; use common sense.

S Wear hearing protection. Long or continu-

ous exposure to high noise levels may

cause permanent hearing impairment.

S Never start or run inside a closed room or

building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.

S Always use the handlebar and a properly

adjusted shoulder harness with a blade

(see ASSEMBLY).

WARNING: Do not use trimmer head

as a fastening device for the blade.

UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY

WARNING: Stop unit and disconnect

the spark plug before performing mainte-

nance (except carburetor adjustments).

S Throw away blades that are bent, warped,

cracked, broken, or damaged in any other

way. Replace trimmer head parts that are

cracked, chipped, broken, or damaged in

any other way before using the unit.

S Maintain unit according to recommended

procedures. Keep blade sharp. Keep cut-

ting line at the proper length.

WARNING: The blade continues to

spin after the throttle is released or, engine is

turned off. The coasting blade can throw objects

or seriously cut if accidentally touched. Stop the

blade by contacting the right hand side of the

coasting blade with material already cut.

Stop coasting

blade by contact

with cut material.

S Use only 2,4 mm diameter McCulloch

brand replacement line. Never use wire,

rope, string, etc.

S Install required shield properly before using

the unit.

S Use only specified blade or trimmer head;

make sure it is properly installed and se-

curely fastened.

S Never start engine with clutch shroud re-

moved. The clutch can fly off and cause se-

rious injury.

OPERATOR SAFETY

WARNING: This machine produces

an electromagnetic field during operation. Under

some circumstances, this field may interfere

with active or passive medical implants. To re-

duce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recom-

mend persons with medical implants to consult

their physician and the medical implant

manufacturer before operating this machine.

S Besureblade or trimmer head stops turning

when engine idles.

S Make carburetor adjustments with the low-

er end supported to prevent blade or trim-

mer line from contacting any object. Hold

unit by hand; do not use the shoulder har-

ness for support.

S Keep others away when making carbure-

tor adjustments.

S Cut from your left to your right. Cutting on

right side of the shield will throw debris

away from the operator.

S Use only recommended McCulloch accesso-

ries and replacement parts.

S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.

S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.

S Have all maintenance and service not ex-

plained in this manual performed by your au-

thorized service dealer.

TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE

S Allow the engine to cool; secure unit before

storing or transporting in vehicle.

S Empty fuel tank before storing or transporting

the unit. Use up fuel left in the carburetor by

starting engine and letting it run until it stops.

S Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel va-

pors cannot reach sparks or open flames

from water heaters, electric motors or

switches, furnaces, etc.

S Store unit so line limiter cannot accidentally

cause injury. Unit can be hung by the shaft.

S Always install transport guard on blade be-

fore transporting or strorage.

S Store the unit out of the reach of children.

S Secure the machine during transport.

FUEL SAFETY

S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.

S Keep away from sparks or flames.

S Use a container approved for fuel.

S Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or

the unit.

S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.

S Move at least 3 meters away from fueling

site before starting engine.

S Stop engine and allow to cool before re-

moving fuel cap.

S Always store petrol in a container approved

for flammable liquids.

CUTTING SAFETY

SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations

through prolonged use of petrol powered hand

tools could cause blood vessel or nerve dam-

age in the fingers, hands, and joints of people

prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swell-

ings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been

linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise

healthy people. If symptoms occur such as

numbness, pain, loss of strength, change in skin

color or texture, or loss of feeling in the fingers,

hands, or joints, discontinue the use of this tool

and seek medical attention. An anti-vibration

system does not guarantee the avoidance of

these problems. Users who operate power tools

on a continual and regular basis must monitor

closely their physical condition and the condition

of this tool.

WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut

before each use. Remove objects (rocks,

broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which

can be thrown or become entangled in the

blade or trimmer head.

S Keep others including children, animals,

bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15

meters) away. Stop engine immediately if

you are approached.

S Always keep engine on the right--hand side

of your body.

S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.

S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not

overreach.

S Keep blade or trimmer head below waist

level. Do not raise engine above your waist.

S Keep all parts of your body away from blade,

trimmer head, and muffler when engine is

running. A hot muffler can cause serious

burns.

ASSEMBLY

CARTON CONTENTS

Check carton contents against the following list:

S Brushcutter

WARNING: Always stop unit and dis-

connect spark plug before performing any as-

sembly procedures.

S Blade

S Cupped washer

S Large nut for installing blade

S Trimmer head

WARNING: If received assembled,

repeat all steps to ensure your unit is properly

assembled and all fasteners are secure.

Examine parts for damage. Do not use dam-

aged parts.

S Combination shield

S Bolt

S Handlebar

S Handlebar bracket cover

S Handlebar bracket cover screws (2)

S Upper shoulder harness clamp

S Lower shoulder harness clamp

S Shoulder harness clamp screws (2)

S Shoulder harness

It is normal for the fuel filter to rattle in the empty

fuel tank.

Finding fuel or oil residue on muffler is normal

due to carburetor adjustments and testing done

by the manufacturer.

TOOLS REQUIRED

S Hex wrench

S Hex wrench (provided)

S Wrench

S Adjustable wrench

S Transport guard

S Phillips screwdriver

S Throttle cable clip

2. Position the lower shoulder harness

clamp under the shaft and align the upper

and lower clamp screw holes. Clamp

must be fittle above the arrow on the shaft

(see illustration above).

NOTE: Fit throttle wire in groove of lower

harness clamp before tightening screws.

3. Insert two screws into the screw holes.

4. Secure shoulder harness clamp by tight-

ening screws with a hex wrench.

ATTACHING THE HANDLEBAR

DANGER: To avoid serious injury, the

barrier portion of the handlebar must be installed

as shown to provide a barrier between operator

and the spinning blade.

1. Remove the screw at the rear of the

throttle handle.

2. Slide the throttle handle onto the right side

of the handlebar (see illustration).

3. Align the screw hole in the throttle handle

with the hole in the handlebar.

SHOULDER HARNESS

ADJUSTMENT

4. Refit the screw inthe hole in the rear of the

throttle handle.

At the front of the shoulder harness is an easily

accessible quick release. Use the quick release

in any emergency situation that requires you to

free yourself from the machine and harness.

5. Screw the screw through the handle and

handlebar. Tighten the screw.

6. Fit the mounting components as shown.

1. Put on the harness. Adjust the harness for

the best working position.

2. Tension the side straps so that the weight

is evenly distributed across both shoul-

ders.

NOTE: It may be necessary to relocate the

shoulder harness clamp on the shaft for prop-

er balancing of unit.

7. The handlebar mounting must be fitted

above the arrow on the shaft.

8. Tighten the screws with a hex wrench.

ASSEMBLY OF SHOULDER

SHOULDER HARNESS

ADJUSTMENT

HARNESS

FOR BALANCE

WARNING: When using a brushcut-

ter, it must always be hooked securely to the

shoulder harness. Otherwise, you will be un-

able to safely control the brushcutter. This

can result in injury to yourself or others.

Proper shoulder harness and handlebar adjust-

ments must be made with the engine complete-

ly stopped before using unit. A well--adjusted

shoulder harness and machine makes work

much easier.

15 cm

below

waist

10 -- 30 cm

above

ground

76 cm

ATTACHING SHOULDER HARNESS

CLAMP (if not already attached)

1. Place the upper shoulder harness clamp

over the shaft.

ASSEMBLY INFORMATION --

TRIMMER HEAD

TRIMMER

HEAD

76 cm

NOTE: Remove the blade before attaching the

trimmer head. To remove blade, align hole in

the dust cup with the hole in the side of the

gearbox by rotating the blade. Insert a small

screwdriver into aligned holes. This will keep

the shaft from turning while loosening the blade

nut. Remove blade nut by turning clockwise.

Remove the screwdriver. Remove both wash-

ers and blade. See INSTALLATION OF THE

METAL BLADE for illustrations. Be sure to store

all parts and instructions for future use.

ATTACHING THE SHIELD

WARNING: The shield must be prop-

erly installed. The shield provides partial

protection to the operator and others from the

risk of thrown objects, and is equipped with a

line limiter blade which cuts excess line to the

proper length. The line limiter blade (on un-

derside of shield) is sharp and can cut you.

1. Insert bracket into slot on shield.

2. Pivot shield to align holes in shield and

bracket.

INSTALLATION OF THE TRIMMER

HEAD

NOTE: If your unit has a plastic cover over

the threads on the threaded shaft, removethe

covering to expose the threads. Beforeinstal-

ling the trimmer head, make sure the dust cup

and retaining washer are positioned on the

gearbox.

Bracket

Gearbox

Shield

Slot

Shield

3. Secure shield to bracket with bolt.

Dust cup

Aligned holes

Retaining washer

NOTE: Make sure all parts are properly

installed as shown in the illustration before

installing the trimmer head.

1. Align hole in the dust cup with the hole in the

side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup.

2. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned

holes. This willkeep the shaft fromturning

while tightening trimmer head.

3. While holding the screwdriver in position,

thread trimmer head onto the shaft in the

direction shown on the decal (counter-

clockwise). Tighten until secure.

Bolt

CONFIGURING YOUR UNIT

You can configure your unit using a cutting head

for grass and light weeds, or a weed blade for

cutting grass, weeds, and brush up to 1 cm in

diameter. To assemble your unit, go to the sec-

tion for the desired configuration and follow the

instructions.

NOTE: The retaining washer must be posi-

tioned with the raised section facing toward the

gearbox.

ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -- WEED

BLADE

Gearbox

Dust cup

Shield

WEED

BLADE

Threaded

shaft

Aligned holes

Retaining washer

Blade

NOTE: Remove the trimmer head before

installing the weed blade. To remove the trimmer

head, align hole in the dust cup with the hole in

the side of the gearbox by rotating the dust cup.

Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes.

This will keep the shaft from turning while loos-

ening the trimmer head. Remove the trimmer

head by turning clockwise. Remove the screw-

driver. See INSTALLATION OF THE CUTTING

HEAD for illustrations. Be sure to store all parts

and instructions for future use. Never use the

trimmer head with the metal blade installed.

Cupped washer

Nut

Wrench

NOTE: Make sure all parts are in place as il-

lustrated, and the blade is sandwiched between

the dust cup and the retaining washer. There

should be no space between the blade and the

dust cup or the retaining washer.

6. Align hole in dust cup with hole in side of

gearbox by rotating the blade.

INSTALLATION OF THE METAL

BLADE

7. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned

holes. This willkeep the shaft fromturning

while tightening the blade nut.

WARNING: Wear protective gloves

when handling or performing maintenance on

the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and

can cut you even when it is not moving.

8. Tighten blade nut firmly with a wrench (pro-

vided) while holding screwdriver in position.

9. Remove the screwdriver.

10. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds

against the shield, or appears to be un-

even, the blade is not centered, and you

must reinstall.

WARNING: Do not use any blades, or

fastening hardware other than the washers and

nuts shown in the following illustrations. These

parts must be provided by McCulloch and

installed as shown below. Failure to use proper

parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously

hurt you or others.

NOTE: The dust cup is located on the gearbox

shaft and not in the parts bag. All other fasten-

ers mentioned in the following assembly steps

are in the parts bag.

1. Install the blade and the retaining washer

over the threaded shaft.

NOTE: To remove blade, insert screwdriver

into aligned holes. Unthread the nut and remove

parts. Be sure to store parts and instructions for

future use.

ATTACHING THE TRANSPORT

GUARD

NOTE: The transport guard must always be

attached to the blade when themachine is be-

ing transported or in storage.

1. Remove ends of wire retainer from the

clips on the transport guard.

2. Make sure the raised part of the retaining

washer is facing the gearbox and the raised

area fits into the hole in the center of the

blade.

2. Lift wire retainer and position blade in

transport guard.

3. Place wire retainer over blade and insert

both ends of wire retainer back into clips.

3. Slide the blade and retaining washer onto

the shaft of the gearbox.

4. Place the cupped washer onto the shaft.

Make sure the cupped side of the washer

is toward the blade.

Wire retainer

Transport

guard

5. Install the blade nut by threading onto the

shaft counterclockwise.

Clip

OPERATION

STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or a

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

information in the safety rules before you be-

gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,

do not attempt to fuelyour unit. Contact an au-

thorized service dealer.

warm engine after running out of fuel)

Starting position

FUELING ENGINE

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

when refueling.

This engine is certified to operate on unleaded

petrol. Before operation, petrol must be mixed

with a good quality 2--cycle air--cooled engine oil

designed to be mixed at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1

ratio is obtained by mixing 5 liters of unleaded

petrol with 0,125 liter of oil. DO NOT USE auto-

motive oil or marine oil. These oils will cause en-

gine damage. When mixing fuel, follow instruc-

tions printed on oil container. Once oil is added

to petrol, shake container momentarily to assure

that the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read

and follow the safety rules relating to fuel before

fueling your unit.

Starter Handle

Primer Bulb

Muffler

Start

Lever

CAUTION: Never use straight petrol in your

NOTE: The throttle lock--out is designed to

prevent unintentional use of the throttle trig-

ger. The lock--out must be pressed with the

palm of your hand as you grip the throttle han-

dle before the trigger can be used. DO NOT

squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine

has started and runs.

1. Set unit on a flat surface.

2. Move ON/STOP (I/0) switch to the ON (I)

position.

unit. This will cause permanent engine damage.

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

Use good quality unleaded petrol. The lowest

recommended octane grade is 90 (RON).

IMPORTANT

Use of alcohol blended fuels (more than 10% al-

cohol) can cause major engine performance

and durability problems.

3. Slowly press the primer bulb 6 times.

4. Move the start lever to the START position.

5. Pull starter rope handle sharply until en-

gine starts and runs.

WARNING: Incorrect use of fuel and/

or lubricants will cause problems such as:

improper clutch engagements, overheat-

ing, vapor lock, power loss, lubrication defi-

ciency, deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets

and internal carburetor components, etc.

Alcohol blended fuels will cause a high ab-

sorption of moisture in the fuel/oil mixture,

causing the separation of oil and fuel.

6. Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then

fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen-

gage the starting system.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1. Move ON/STOP (I/0) switch to the ON (I)

position.

HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT

2. Pull starter rope sharply until engine

S To stop the engine, move the ON/STOP

(I/0) switch to the STOP (0) position.

starts and runs.

NOTE: Normally, the warm starting procedure

can be used within 5 -- 10 minutes after the unit

is turned off. If the unit sits for more than 10 min-

utes without being run, it will be necessary to

start the unit by following the steps under

STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the

starting instruction steps shown on the unit.

ON/STOP (I/0)

switch

Throttle lock--out

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Move the start lever to the RUN position and

fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter

handle repeatedly while squeezing throttle

trigger until engine starts and runs. This could

require pulling the starter handle many times,

depending on how badly the unit is flooded.If

the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLE-

SHOOTING TABLE.

HOW TO START YOUR UNIT

WARNING: Avoid any contact with the

muffler. A hot muffler can cause serious burns.

can break off during cutting and become a dan-

gerous missile that can cause serious injury.

OPERATING POSITION

CUTTING METHODS

Safety helmet

Eye protection

ALWAYS WEAR:

Hearing

protection

WARNING: Use minimum speed and

do not crowd the line when cutting around

hard objects (rock, gravel, fence posts, etc.),

whichcandamage the trimmer head, become

entangled in the line, or be thrown causing a

serious hazard.

S The tip of the line does the cutting. You will

achieve the best performance and minimum

line wear by not crowding the line into the

cutting area. The right and wrong ways are

shown below.

Heavy,

long pants

Boots

Tip of line does

the cutting.

Line crowded into

work area.

Cut from your left to your right.

When operating unit, clip shoulder harness

onto clamp, stand as shown andcheck for the

following:

S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing.

S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar

grip with your left hand.

S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with

finger on throttle trigger.

Right

Wrong

S Keep unit below waist level.

S Maintain full weight of tool on both shoulders.

S Without bending over, keep the blade or

trimmer head near and parallel to the ground

and not crowded into material being cut.

S The line will easily remove grass and weeds

from around walls, fences, trees and flower

beds, but it also can cut the tender bark of

trees or shrubs and scar fences.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR

USE WITH TRIMMER HEAD

S For trimming or scalping, use less than full

throttle to increase line life and decrease head

wear, especially:

S During light duty cutting.

WARNING: Always wear eye protec-

tion. Never lean over the trimmer head. Rocks

or debris can ricochet or be thrown into eyes

and face and cause blindness or other serious

injury.

S Near objects around which the line can

wrap such as small posts, trees or fence

wire.

S For mowing or sweeping, use full throttle for a

good clean job.

Before trimming, bring engine to a speed suffi-

cient to cut material to be trimmed.

Do not run the engine at a higher speed than

necessary. The cutting line will cut efficiently

when the engine is run at less than full throttle.

At lower speeds, there is less engine noise and

vibration. The cutting line will last longer and will

be less likely to “weld” onto the spool.

Always release the throttle trigger and allow

the engine to return to idle speed when not

cutting.

TRIMMING -- Hold the bottom of the trimmer

head about 8 cm above the ground and at an

angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make

contact. Do not force trimmer line into work

area.

Trimming

To stop engine:

S Release the throttle trigger.

S Move ON/STOP (I/0) switch to the STOP (0)

position.

8 cm above

ground

TRIMMER LINE ADVANCE

Advance line by tapping the bottom of the cut-

ting head lightly on the ground while engine is

running at full speed. The metal line limiter

blade attached to the guard will cut the line to

the proper length.

SCALPING -- The scalping technique re-

moves unwanted vegetation down to the

ground. Hold the bottom of the trimmer head

about 8 cm above the ground and at an angle.

Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground

around trees, posts, monuments, etc. This

technique increases line wear.

WARNING: Use only 2,4 mm diameter

line. Other sizes of line will not advance properly

and can cause serious injury. Do not use other

materials such as wire, string, rope, etc. Wire

S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS --

Blade Thrust can occur without warning if

the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is

more likely to occur in areas where it is

difficult to see the material being cut. By

using the unit properly, the occurrence of

blade thrust will be reduced and the

operator will be less likely to lose control.

Scalping

MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing

in places conventional lawn mowers cannot

reach. In the mowing position, keep the line

parallel to the ground. Avoid pressing the

head into the ground as this can scalp the

ground and damage the tool.

Mowing

S Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up

to 1 cm in diameter with the weed blade. Do

not let the blade contact material it cannot cut

such as stumps, rocks, fences, metal, etc., or

clusters of hard, woody brush having a

diameter greater than 1 cm.

S Keep the blade sharp. A dull blade is more

likely to snag and thrust.

S Cut only at full throttle. The blade will have

maximum cutting power and is less likely to

bind or stall.

SWEEPING -- The fanning action of the rotat-

ing linecan beusedto blow away loosedebris

from an area. Keep the line parallel to and

above the area surface and swing the tool

from side to side.

S “Feed” the blade deliberately and not too

rapidly. The blade can thrust away if it is fed

too rapidly.

S Cut only from your left to your right. Cutting on

right side of the shield will throw debris away

from the operator.

Sweeping

S Use the shoulder harness and keep a firm

grip on the unit with both hands. A properly

adjusted shoulder harness will support the

weight of the unit, freeing your arms and

hands to control and guide the cutting motion.

S Keep feet comfortably spread apart and

braced for a possible sudden, rapid thrust of

unit. Do not overreach. Keep firm footing and

balance.

S Keep blade below waist level; it will be

easier to maintain control of unit.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR

USE WITH WEED BLADE

S Do not raise the engine above your waist as

the blade can come dangerously close to

your body.

S Blade Thrust is a reaction that only occurs

when using a bladed unit. This reaction can

cause serious injury such as amputation.

Carefully study this section. It is important that

you understand what causes blade thrust,

how you can reduce the chance of its

occurring, and how you can remain in control

of unit if blade thrust occurs.

S Do not swing unit with such force that you

are in danger of losing your balance.

Bring the engine to cutting speed before enter-

ing the material to be cut. If the blade does not

turn when you squeeze the throttle trigger, make

sure shaft is fully inserted into the engine.

Always release the throttle trigger and allow

engine to return to idle speed when not cut-

ting. The blade should not turn while the en-

gine is running at idle. If the bladeturns at idle,

do not use your unit. Refer to the CARBURE-

TOR ADJUSTMENT section or contact your

authorized service dealer.

S WHAT CAUSES BLADE THRUST -- Blade

Thrust can occur when the spinning blade

contacts an object that it does not cut. This

contact causes the blade to stop for an instant

and then suddenly move or “thrust” away

from the object that was hit. The “thrusting”

reaction can be violent enough to cause the

operator to be propelled in any direction and

lose control of the unit. The uncontrolled unit

can cause serious injury if the blade contacts

the operator or others.

S Maintain good firm footing while using the

unit. Do this by planting feet firmly in a

comfortable apart position.

S Cut while swinging the upper part of your

body from left to right.

S As you move forward to the next area to cut,

be sure to maintain your balance and footing.

WARNING: The operator or others

must not try to clear away cut material withthe

engine running or the blade turning to avoid

serious injury. Stop engine and blade before

removing materials wrapped around blade or

shaft.

RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION

2 o’clock

Cut using the 2

o’clock to 4 o’clock

position of the

blade

4 o’clock

MAINTENANCE

The life span of the machine can be reduced

and the risk of accidents can increase if ma-

chine maintenance is not carried out correctly

and if service and/or repairs are not carried

out professionally. If you need further infor-

mation, please contact your nearest autho-

rised service dealer.

CLEAN AIR FILTER

A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-

ance and increases fuel consumption and

harmful emissions. Always clean after every

5 hours of operation.

1. Clean the cover and the area around it to

keep dirt from falling into the carburetor

chamber when the cover is removed.

2. Remove parts as illustrated.

NOTE: Do not clean filter in petrol or other

flammablesolvent to avoid creatinga fire haz-

ard or producing harmful evaporative emis-

sions.

WARNING: Disconnect the spark

plug before performing maintenance except

for carburetor adjustments.

CHECK FOR LOOSE

FASTENERS AND PARTS

S Spark Plug Boot

3. Wash the filter in soap and water.

4. Allow filter to dry.

5. Replace parts.

S Air Filter

S Housing Screws

S Handlebar Screws

S Combination Shield

Air Filter

Knob

CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR

WORN PARTS

Contact an authorized service dealer for re-

placement of damaged or worn parts.

S ON/STOP (I/0) Switch -- Ensure ON/STOP

(I/0) switch functions properly by moving

the switch to the STOP (0) position. Make

sure engine stops; then restart engine and

continue.

S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel

tank shows signs of damage or leaks.

S Combination Shield -- Discontinue use of

unit if shield is damaged.

Air Filter Cover

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Replace the spark plug each year to ensure

the engine starts easier and runs better. Set

spark plug gap at 0,6 mm. Ignition timing is

fixed and nonadjustable.

INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND

1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.

2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-

card.

LABELS

S After each use, inspect complete unit for

loose or damaged parts. Clean the unit and

labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-

gent.

3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark

plug and tighten securely with a 19 mm

socket wrench.

S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.

4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

6. Bend the line at the midpoint and insert

REPLACING THE LINE

the bend into the slot in the center rim of

the spool. Ensure line snaps into position

in the slot.

1. Press the tabs on the side of the trimmer

head and remove cover and spool.

Slot

7. With your finger between the lines, wrap

the lines evenly and firmly around the

spool in a clockwise direction.

Tab

Cover

Spool

8. Position the lines in the guide slots.

Guide slot

2. Remove any remaining line.

3. Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re-

place spool if it is worn or damaged.

4. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or re-

place line using a 4,5 meters length of 2,4

mm diameter McCulloch brand line.

WARNING: Never use wire, rope,

string, etc., which can break off and becomea

dangerous missile.

5. When installing new line on an existing

spool, hold the spool as shown.

9. Place the spool in the cover as shown

below.