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POWXG3043 EN

1 APPLICATION ................................................................................... 3

2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A & B) .............................................................. 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST .............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS .......................................................................................... 4

5 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................... 4

5.1 Working area ............................................................................................................ 4

5.2 Personal safety ........................................................................................................ 4

6 PETROL SAFETY WARNING ........................................................... 6

7 SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS ....................................................... 6

8 ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................ 7

8.1 Bike handle installation (Fig. 1) ............................................................................... 7

8.2 Installation protection guard (Fig. 2) ....................................................................... 7

8.3 Installing the harness (Fig. 3) .................................................................................. 7

8.4 Installing the cutting disc/spool .............................................................................. 7

8.4.1 Assembly metal blade (Fig. 4) .................................................................................... 7

8.4.2 Assembly spool (Fig. 5) .............................................................................................. 7

8.4.3 Installation of the cutting section of the machine (Fig. 5A) .......................................... 8

9 FUEL AND LUBRICATION................................................................ 8

9.1 Fuel ........................................................................................................................... 8

9.2 Mixing fuel ................................................................................................................ 8

9.2.1 Fuel and lubrication symbols ...................................................................................... 8

9.2.2 Recommended fuels .................................................................................................. 8

10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 9

10.1 Harness ..................................................................................................................... 9

10.2 Starting a cold engine .............................................................................................. 9

10.3 Starting a warm engine (engine has been stopped for no more than 15-20

minutes) .................................................................................................................... 9

10.4 To stop the engine ................................................................................................... 9

10.5 Trimming procedures .............................................................................................. 9

10.5.1 Trimming / mowing (Fig. 6) ......................................................................................... 9

Summary of content (15 pages)

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POWXG3043 EN 1 APPLICATION ................................................................................... 3 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A & B) .............................................................. 3 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST .............................................................. 3 4 SYMBOLS .......................................................................................... 4 5 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................... 4 5.1 Working area ......
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POWXG3043 EN 10.5.2 Closer trimming ........................................................................................................ 10 10.5.3 Fence / foundation trimming ..................................................................................... 10 10.5.4 Trimming around trees ............................................................................................. 10 10.5.5 Scalping ....................................................................................................
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EN POWXG3043 BRUSH CUTTER 51,7CC POWXG3043 1 APPLICATION Depending on the assembled cutting tools, the bush cutter can be used to mow lawns or meadows, and to trim scrub, shrubs, bushes and very small trees. It is for private use. The device cannot be used for other purposes. WARNING! For your own safety, read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions. 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A & B) 1. 2. 3. 4.
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EN POWXG3043 4 SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine: Read the manual before using the machine. Wear sturdy shoes with antiskid soles! Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool. Wear approved hearing protection and safety glasses. In accordance with essential requirements of the European directive(s) Wear good and sturdy gloves! Keep a minimum distance of 15m between the machine and third parties during use.
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POWXG3043                        EN Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable you retain control over the tool in unexpected situations. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from the tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can become entangled in the moving parts. Inspect the entire machine for loose parts (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) and any damage.
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POWXG3043 EN 6 PETROL SAFETY WARNING WARNING: Use extra care in handling fuels. They are flammable and the vapours are explosive. The following points must be observed.              Use only an approved container. Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source running. Allow engine exhaust components to cool before refuelling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel containers inside, where is an open flame, such as a water heater.
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EN POWXG3043 8 ASSEMBLY Switch off the tool and remove the cap from the spark plug before fulfilling all procedures. Do not draw up the fastening elements too tight to avoid damaging the thread. 8.1 Bike handle installation (Fig. 1)  Install the U-handle on the fixing holder, install the clamp and fasten with the screws.  To adjust the angle of the additional handle, loosen the 4 upper bolts and change the angle of inclination. After finishing the adjustment, tighten the bolts. 8.
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POWXG3043 8.4.3   EN Installation of the cutting section of the machine (Fig. 5A) Pull the locking pin (1) out and turn it left and right to unlock it. Then push the cutting section of the machine (2) inwards and release the locking pin (1). Make sure that it is secured in the hole (3) of the drive shaft. This is easier to do if you slightly rotate the tip of the drive shaft (2) in both directions. The locking pin (1) is in place when it is fully inserted in the hole. Finally, tighten the knob (4).
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EN POWXG3043 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10.1 Harness Warning: always wear shoulder harness when operating unit with a blade. Attach harness to trimmer after starting unit and engine is running at idle. Turn engine off before disconnecting shoulder harness. Adjust length of shoulder strap so stringhead is parallel to the ground as it hangs from the strap. A few practice swings without starting engine should be made to determine correct balance.
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POWXG3043 10.5.2 EN Closer trimming Position trimmer straight ahead with a slight tilt so bottom of stringhead is above ground level and string contact occurs at proper cutting point. Always cut away from operator. Do not pull trimmer in towards operator. 10.5.3 Fence / foundation trimming Approach trimming around chain link fences, picket fences, rock walls and foundations slowly to cut close without whipping string against the barrier.
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EN POWXG3043 11 MAINTENANCE 11.1 Air filter CAUTION: NEVER operate trimmer without the air filter or dust and dirt will be sucked into the engine and damage it. The air filter must be kept clean. If it becomes damaged, install a new filter.    Accumulated dust in the air filter will reduce engine efficiency, increase fuel consumption and allow abrasive particles to pass into the engine. Remove the air filter as often as necessary to maintain in a clean condition.
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EN POWXG3043 12 TECHNICAL DATA Cylinder Capacity Engine Power Clutch engagement speed Idle speed Weight Cutting width grass trimmer Cutting width brush cutter Rotation speed grass trimmer Rotation speed brush cutter Engine type Fuel tank capacity Thread lengthening type Thickness cutting wire Spool length Low vibration system Automatic choke switch off Easy start Heavy duty clutch Fuel mixing ratio Crank Engine number of teeth/blades Blade Dimensions Carburetor type Spark Plug Type Safety guard Handle type
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EN POWXG3043 14 STORAGE WARNING: Failure to follow these steps may cause varnish to form in the carburettor and lead to difficult starting or permanent damage after storage.          Clean outside surface of unit. Drain fuel from the fuel tank. After fuel is drained, start engine. Run engine at idle until unit stops. This will purge the carburettor of fuel. Allow engine to cool (approx. 5 minutes). Using a sparking plug wrench, remove the sparking plug.
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POWXG3043 No power under load.   Runs erratically.    Smokes excessively.     Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment setting. Old or improperly mixed fuel. Air filter is blocked. Fouled sparking plug. Incorrectly gapped sparking plug. Blocked spark arrester. Dirty air filter. Incorrect carburettor mixture adjustment setting. Incorrect fuel mixture.  EN   Have carburettor adjusted by an Authorized Service Centre. Drain gas tank /add fresh fuel mixture. Replace or clean the air filter.
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EN POWXG3043 18 ENVIRONMENT Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not discard it with the household rubbish but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground. 19 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY VARO N.V.