Honda Paice Setter PS260S Operator's Manual
Operator’s
manual
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
Please also refer to engine manufacturer’s instructions.
Contact your dealer or manufacturer if you have a
question that is not answered in this manual.
OBSERVE SAFETY REGULATIONS
Keep this manual safe for future reference.
Brushcutter
PS260S
PaiceSetter
TM
E C Declaration of Conformity
Meetens Industrial Engines Ltd.,
of Unit 2, Eclipse Trading Estate, 30 West Hill, Epsom, Surrey KT19 8JD
as manufacturer, certifies that the machinery stipulated below complies with all the relevant
provisions of the:
EC Machinery Directive
98/37/EC and other relevant directives
and the National Laws and Regulations adopting this directive.
Manufacturer : Meetens Industrial Engines Ltd.
Machine description : Brushcutter
Type : PaiceSetter™ PS260S-GX25
Applicable Serial No. : 30041001 - 30042000
Harmonised standards applied: (including parts/clauses of):
EN 292 pt 1, EN 292 pt 2, EN 294 1992, EN 563 1994,
BS 7113, BS 7747, BSISO 7918, BS EN ISO 11806
Together with all relevant National Technical Standards and Specifications as applicable: -
(Including parts/clauses of):
“Responsible” Person empowered to sign: Mr. Brian Child
Position in Company: Director Date: 01.May.2004
©JS Consultancy
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This is the Safety Alert symbol. When you see this symbol in this
manual, be alert to the potential of personal injury.
When accompanied by the words ‘CAUTION’ and ‘WARNING’, it
calls your attention to items or operations which can lead to
serious injury.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS and FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
You should pay special attention to these instructions since failure to do so could
result in injury or death to the operator.
In this manual you will find these ‘WARNING’ signal words as follows:
CAUTION
Instructions which, if not followed, could result in mechanical damage or failure.
In this manual you will find these ‘CAUTION’ signal words as follows:
NOTE
This symbol refers to an area or subject of special merit emphasising either the
product’s capabilities or common errors in operation or maintenance, and
instructions which are of special interest.
In this manual you will find these ‘NOTE’ signal words as follows:
A circular band with a diagonal slash symbol means that whatever is
shown is prohibited.
Wherever you see this symbol, the action described should only be
performed with the engine stopped.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND DEFINITIONS
WARNING: to avoid serious injury
CAUTION: to avoid serious injury
NOTE
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SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
Read the Operator’s Manual carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the unit. Know how to shut the
unit off and how to unhook a harnessed unit quickly.
DRESS
WARNING:
to avoid serious injury
There is a risk of eye damage from thrown objects.
Always wear proper eye protection in accordance with
BS EN 166 : 1996 and ear muffs to BS EN 352 : 3 : 1997.
NOTE
Dress in long trousers and wear boots or safety shoes.
Wear leg guards when cutting large or thorny material.
DO NOT wear open toed shoes or go barefoot or
barelegged. DO NOT wear loose or dangling clothing,
neckties, scarfs or jewellery which could be caught in the
unit or the underbrush.
Secure hair so that it is above shoulder length.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
NEVER allow children to operate or play with the unit.
Operate only where firm footing is assured.
DO NOT operate from a ladder or any other place where
use of hands would ordinarily be necessary to prevent
falls.
DO NOT operate under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medications or substances which can affect your vision,
dexterity or judgement. You must be physically and
mentally in good health in order to operate safely.
DO NOT operate in unventilated areas. Exhaust gas is
highly poisonous.
NEVER allow anyone to use the unit without proper
instruction.
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15m
WARNING: to avoid serious injury
Keep people out of the danger zone. This is a circle
15 metres in radius around the unit and operator.
SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
STRICTLY NO FIRE
WARNING:
to avoid serious injury
Handle petrol with care. It is highly flammable.
Move at least 3 metres away from the fuelling point before
starting engine.
DO NOT move the fuel tank cap when the engine is still warm
or running.
Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (including smoke,
open flames, or work that causes sparks) in the areas where
fuel is mixed, poured or stored.
Always stop the engine to refuel the tank.
Handle in a clean and cleared place and away from fire.
DO NOT smoke while handling fuel.
Always store petrol in an approved container.
DO NOT refuel a hot engine. Wait until the engine has
cooled down.
Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Spilled fuel should always be
wiped up.
CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
Adjust the handle to a position for comfort and keep
good balance as recommend in this manual.
Make sure the unit is assembled properly.
Always use a harness when one is provided with the
unit. Balance the unit as recommended by adjusting the
position of the harness clamp on the shaft.
WARNING: to avoid serious injury
Hold the unit down firmly so you don’t lose control while
cranking. If not held down properly, the engine could pull you
off balance or swing the cutting line into an obstruction or
your body.
DO NOT cut with a dull, cracked or damaged metal blade.
Keep the unit and attachments in good working
condition. Tighten fastening parts at regular intervals.
Check the cutting head assembly before use each time.
NOTE
Thoroughly inspect the area where the unit is to be used and
remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones and other objects that
could cause injury if thrown at high speeds.
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NEVER operate the unit without proper guards, shields
or other safety protective devices in place and properly
connected. Inspect to determine that these safety
devices are installed properly, are in good condition and
operate properly. If the condition or operation of these
devices are abnormal, they must be repaired or replaced
before using the unit.
Make sure the cutting head stops turning when the
throttle trigger is released and the engine runs at idle
speed.
DO NOT use any accessory or attachment other than
those supplied by the manufacturer for use with this
particular unit.
Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
Inspect the entire unit before using each time for worn,
loose or damaged parts.
DO NOT use until the unit is in proper working order.
DO NOT attach any blade to a unit without proper
installation of all working parts.
CAUTIONS DURING OPERATION
If it is necessary to cut where people or cars could be hit
by thrown objects, cut at reduced (slow) throttle speed
to reduce the speed of the cutting head.
CAUTION: to avoid serious injury
Shut down immediately if the unit starts to shake or vibrate.
This could be a sign of danger from a broken part or missing
fasteners.
Disconnect the spark plug lead before you work on the
unit or leave it unattended.
Always keep both hands on the control handles.
DO NOT operate one-handed.
DO NOT hold material you are cutting.
WARNING: to avoid serious injury
After shutting down the engine, keep fingers and feet away
from the cutting head until all rotation stops.
NEVER use wire in place of the nylon monofilament cutting
lines.
The wire tip can break off during cutting and become a
dangerous missile.
DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating parts while
engine is running.
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WARNING: to avoid serious injury
Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts a
solid object in the critical area. A dangerous reaction may
occur causing the entire unit and operator to be thrust
violently. This reaction is called BLADE THRUST. As a result, the
operator may lose control of the unit which may cause serious
or fatal injury. Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas
where it is difficult to see the material to be cut.
To avoid hitting small stones or other debris, do not cut
too close to the ground.
Keep cutting attachment below waist level.
After striking a foreign object or if the unit vibrates
abnormally, stop the engine, disconnect and secure the
spark plug lead. Inspect the unit for any damage and
repair the damage.
Cover the blade when storing or during transport.
PRECAUTIONS AFTER OPERATION
WARNING:
to avoid serious injury
DO NOT store the unit with fuel in the tank, because a fuel
leak could start a fire. Allow the engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure.
NOTE
Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain the
cutting head has stopped. Disconnect and secure the spark
plug lead away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
Use only recommended genuine replacement parts to
avoid creating a hazard and/or voiding your warranty.
Store in a dry area out of the reach of children.
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CAUTION: to avoid serious injury
Carefully follow the instructions in this manual to avoid any
mistakes. We shall not be held responsible for any accident
due to any operational error resulting from negligence in
following the instructions, nor for any accident due to repair,
remodelling, overhaul etc., by anyone other than our
authorised dealers.
CONTENTS
Safety Warnings and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Rules and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SECTION 1 - OPERATION
Preparing for Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Correct handling of the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Working methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Preventing kickback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Regular maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Selection of rotary cutters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Trouble-shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
SECTION 2 - ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Installation
Installation of engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Installation of cutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
SECTION 3 - PARTS SPECIFICATIONS
Parts specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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NOTE
Because of differences in the various engines that can be
fitted to our brushcutters, according to specification, the
diagrams referring to engines are intended as a pictorial
guide only and are not necessarily specific to a particular
machine. Some details may differ slightly.
For full details regarding the engine, please refer to the
engine manufacturer’s instructions.
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SECTION 1
OPERATION
PREPARING FOR OPERATION
CAUTION
1. NEVER fill the fuel tank to the very top.
2. NEVER add fuel to the tank in a closed unventilated area.
3. DO NOT add fuel close to open fire or sparks.
4. Wipe off spilled fuel before starting engine.
5. DO NOT attempt to refuel a hot engine.
Checks before operation
1. Check for loose bolts, nuts and fittings.
2. Check the air cleaner for dirt and clean before
operation.
3. Check to ensure that safety guard is securely in place.
4. Prior to operating Honda 4-stroke engines, check the
oil level and continue to check after every 10 hours
of operation; top up as necessary.
SAE 10W-30 recommended for general all temperature use.
CAUTION
Using nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil in a 4-stroke
engine could shorten the engine‘s service life.
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