TrimMac 280
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL |
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read these instructions carefully and make |
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MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS |
RENSEIGNEMENTS IMPORTANTS: Avant d’utiliser cet appareil, veuillez lire |
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atentivement les instructions et assurez--vous de les avoir comprises. Conservez |
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les instructions pour référence ultérieure. |
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BETRIEBSANWEISUNG |
WICHTIGE INFORMATION: Lesen Sie diese Hinweise zur Handhabung des |
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Geräts aufmerksam durch. Verwenden Sie es erst, wenn Sie sicher sind, daß Sie |
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alle Anweisungen verstanden haben und gut aufbewahren. |
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MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES |
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE: Lea atentamente las instrucciones y |
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asegúrese de entenderlas antes de utilizar esta aparato. Conserve las instruc- |
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Coupler |
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Trimmer |
Shaft |
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Fuel tank |
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Head |
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Starter |
Assist handle adjustment |
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Shield |
Handle |
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Primer Bulb |
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Wrench |
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Manual Throttle Trigger |
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Choke |
Muffler |
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Lever |
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A. WARNING! This trimmer can be dangerous!Careless or improper use can cause serious or even fatal injury.
B.Read and understand the instruction manual before using the trimmer.
C.Never use blades with this tool.
D.WARNING! The trimmer line can throw objects violently. You can be blinded or injured. Always wear eye protection.
E.Always use: Ear protection
Protective glasses or visor
F.Assist handle to be positioned only below the arrow.
G.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 distance of at least 15 meters must be observed.
H.Sound pressure level at 7,5 meters
I.Use unleaded or quality leaded petrol and two--stroke oil mixed at a ratio of 2.5%.
J.Engine ON/OFF switch
K.Sound power level
L.Max speed of output axle, rpm
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WARNING: When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Read and follow all instructions.
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is responsible for following instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruction manual before using unit! Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Restrict the use of this unit to persons who read, understand, and follow instructions and warnings on unit and in manual. Never allow children to operate this unit.
INSTRUCTION |
SAFETY INFORMATION |
MANUAL |
ON THE UNIT |
DANGER: Never use blades with line
trimmer attachment. Never use flailing devices with any attachment. This unit (when used with supplied line trimmer attachment)is designed for line trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories with line trimmer attachment will increase the risk of injury.
WARNING: Trimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/ injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protection. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Safety Glasses or similar eye protection
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Hazard Zone |
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Keep children, bystanders, and animals 15 meters away. If approached stop unit immediately.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. If you need assistance, contact your authorized service dealer.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S Dress properly. Always wear safety glasses or similar eye protection when operating, or performing maintenance, on your unit (safety glasses are available). Eye protection should be marked Z87.
SAlways 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.
S Always wear foot protection. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of spinning line.
SSecure 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.
SBeing fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
SStay Alert. Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. Watch what you are doing; use common sense.
S Wear hearing protection.
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 keep engine on the right hand side of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep trimmer head (or other optional attachment) below waist level and away from all parts of your body. Do not raise engine above your waist.
SKeep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line (or other optional attachment). Keep engine below waist level.
A hot muffler can cause serious burns.
SKeep firm footingand balance. Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, rooftops, etc.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
SUse only for jobs explained in this manual (or manuals for optional attachments).
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
SDisconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except carburetor adjustments.
S Look for and replace damaged or loose parts before each use. Look for and repair fuel leaks beforeuse. Keep in goodworking
condition.
S Replace trimmer head parts that are chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in any other way before using the unit.
S Maintain unit according to recommended procedures. Keep cutting line at proper length.
SUse only 2 mm diameter McCulloch! brand line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
SInstall required shield properly before using the unit. Use only specified trimmer head; make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
S Make sure unit is assembled correctly as shown in this manual.
S Make carburetor adjustments with lower end supported to prevent line from contacting any object.
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SKeep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
SUse only recommended McCulloch! accessories and replacement parts.
SHave all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by an authorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
S Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S Keep away from sparks or flames. S Use a container approved for fuel.
SDo not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit.
S Avoid spilling fuel or oil. Wipe up all fuel spills.
SMove at least 3 meters away from fueling site before starting engine.
S Stop engine and allow to cool before removing fuel cap.
S Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids.
TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE
SAllow the engine to cool; secure unit before storing or transporting in vehicle.
SEmpty 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.
SStore unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors 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 Store the unit out of the reach of children.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Exposure to vibra-
tions through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and
joints of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weatherhas 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.
LINE TRIMMER SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
trimmed before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by or become entangled in line. Hard objects can damage the trimmer head and be thrown causing serious injury.
SUse only for trimming, scalping, mowing and sweeping. Do not use for edging, pruning or hedge trimming.
SCut from your right to your left. Cutting on left side of the shield will throw debris away from the operator.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES
FOR OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS
WARNING: For each optional attach-
ment used, read entire instruction manual before use and follow all warnings and instructions in manual and on attachment.
WARNING: Ensure handlebar is
installed when using edger or brushcutter attachments. Attach handlebarabove arrowon safety label on the upper shaft (engine end of unit). If your edger or brushcutter attachment
does not include a handlebar, a handlebar accessory kit (#530071451) is available from your authorized service dealer.
Handlebar
EDGER SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
edged before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown by the blade or can wrap around the shaft.
S Blade rotates momentarily after the trigger is released. The blade can seriously cut you or others.
SAllow blade to stop before removing it from the cut.
SThrow away blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken or damaged in any other way. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged before using the unit. S Do not attempt to remove cut material nor hold material to be cut when the engine is running or when cutting blade is moving.
S Always keep the wheel and depth adjusting skid in contact with the ground.
S Always push the unit slowly over the ground. Stay alert for uneven sidewalks, holes in the terrain, large roots, etc.
SAlways use the handlebar when using edger attachment.
BLOWER/VACUUM SAFETY
WARNING: Inspect area beforestart-
ing unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc. that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
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S Do not set unit on any surface except a clean, hard area while engine is running.
Debris such as gravel, sand, dust, grass, etc., could be picked up by the air intake and thrown out through discharge opening, damaging unit, property, or causing serious injury to bystanders or operator.
S Never place objects inside the blower tubes, vacuum tubes or blower outlet. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, glass, and solid objects such as trees, automobiles, walls, etc. The force of air can cause rocks, dirt, or sticks to be thrown or to ricochet which can hurt people or animals, break glass, or cause other damage.
S Never run unit without the proper equipment attached. When using your unit as a blower, always install blower tubes.
SCheck air intake opening, blower tubes or vacuum tubes frequently, always with engine stopped and spark plug disconnected. Keep vents and discharge tubes free of debris which can accumulate and restrict proper air flow.
S Never place any object in air intake opening as this could restrict proper air flow and cause damage to the unit.
SNever use for spreading chemicals, fertilizers, or other substances which may contain toxic materials.
STo avoid spreading fire, do not use near leaf or brush fires, fireplaces, barbecue pits, ashtrays, etc.
BRUSHCUTTER SAFETY
DANGER: Blade can thrust violently away from material it does not cut. Blade thrust can cause amputation of arms or legs.
WARNING: Do not use trimmer head as a fastening device for the blade.
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 you if accidentally touched. Stop the blade by contacting the right hand side of the coasting blade with material already cut.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut
before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer line.
S Throw away and replace blades that are bent, warped,cracked, broken or damaged in any other way.
SInstall required shield properly before using the unit. Use the metal shield for all metal blade use.
WARNING: Only use brushcutter at-
tachments that provide a metal shield with proboscis nose.
Proboscis nose
S Use only specified blade and make sure it is properly installed and securely fastened.
SCut from your left to your right. Cutting on the right side of the shield will throw debris
away from the operator.
SAlways use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with blade (see ASSEMBLY instructions in brushcutterattachment instruction manual).
CULTIVATOR SAFETY
WARNING: Rotating tines can cause
serious injury. Keep away from rotating tines. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before unclogging tines or making repairs.
WARNING: Inspect the area to be
cultivated before starting the unit. Remove all debris and hard and sharp objects such as rocks, vines, branches, rope, string, etc.
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