Operators Manual

English
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CONTENTS
Contents Note the following before starting:
Please read the operator’s manual carefully.
KEY TO SYMBOLS
Symbols ....................................................................... 2
CONTENTS
Contents ...................................................................... 3
Note the following before starting: ................................ 3
INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer, ............................................................ 4
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the brushcutter? (133R) .................... 5
WHAT IS WHAT?
What is what on the brushcutter? (143R, 153R) .......... 6
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Important ...................................................................... 7
Personal protective equipment ..................................... 7
Machine ′ s safety equipment ........................................ 8
Cutting equipment ........................................................ 10
ASSEMBLY
Fitting the main body ................................................... 11
Assembling the handlebar and throttle ........................ 11
Connecting throttle cable and stop switch wires .......... 11
Fitting blades and trimmer heads ................................. 12
133R ............................................................................ 12
143R/153R ................................................................... 13
Fitting the transport guard ............................................ 14
Adjusting the harness and clearing saw ...................... 14
Standard harness ........................................................ 14
FUEL HANDLING
Fuel safety ................................................................... 15
Fuel .............................................................................. 15
Fuelling ........................................................................ 16
STARTING AND STOPPING
Check before starting ................................................... 17
Starting and stopping ................................................... 17
WORKING TECHNIQUES
General working instructions ....................................... 19
MAINTENANCE
Carburettor ................................................................... 21
Muffler .......................................................................... 21
Cooling system ............................................................ 21
Air filter ......................................................................... 22
Bevel gear .................................................................... 22
Spark plug .................................................................... 22
Maintenance schedule ................................................. 23
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data .............................................................. 24
EC-declaration of conformity ........................................ 25
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WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise can
result in permanent hearing impairment. So
always use approved hearing protection.
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WARNING! Under no circumstances may the
design of the machine be modified without
the permission of the manufacturer. Always
use genuine accessories. Non-authorized
modifications and/or accessories can result
in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others.
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WARNING! A clearing saw, brushcutter or
trimmer can be dangerous if used
incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause
serious or fatal injury to the operator or
others. It is extremely important that you
read and understand the contents of this
operator’s manual.