Pope 101PLT25FC, 101PLT25FCB Operator's Manual

Renegade 26cc Line Trimmer

Model Numbers: 101PLT25FC
101PLT25FCB

Operator’s Manual

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the Operator’s
Manual. Save this manual.

Before you use your new Line Trimmer read this manual carefully to learn how to
operate and maintain your product correctly. Reading this manual will help you and
others avoid personal injury and damage to the product. Although Pope designs
safe state-of-the-art products, you are responsible for using the product properly and
safely. You are also responsible for training persons you allow to use the product
about safe operation.

READ THIS INFORMATION

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Pope® product.
We would like you to be completely satisfi ed with your new product, so feel free to contact an authorised

service dealer for help with service, genuine Pope parts or other information you may require. Or phone
the Pope Customer Service Centre for details of your nearest dealer on 1300 134 880.

The Pope warning system in this manual identifi es potential hazards and special safety messages that help
you and others avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal words
that identify the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful. Two other words
“Important” and “Note” highlight other valuable information.

Signal Word Explanation
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death

or serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.

Important Advises you of important information or instructions vital to the operation or
maintenance of the equipment.

Note Advises you of additional information concerning the operation or maintenance
of the equipment.

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Contents

Safety Rules ................................................................................................................. 4

Symbols ........................................................................................................................ 5

Specifi cations .............................................................................................................. 6

Applications ................................................................................................................. 7

Features ......................................................................................................................... 7

Unpacking .................................................................................................................... 8

Assembly ...................................................................................................................... 9

Attaching the Upper Shaft with Engine to the Lower Bent Shaft Cutting Head 9
Attaching the Front Handle 9
Attaching the Grass Defl ector Shield 10
Fitting the Carry Strap 10

Operations .................................................................................................................... 11

Before you Start the Trimmer 11
Mixing the Fuel 11
Filling the Tank 11
Starting the Engine 12
To Start a Cold Engine 12
To Start a Warm Engine 12
Starting a Flooded Engine 12
Operating the Engine 13
To Advance the Cutting Line 14
To Advance the Cutting Line Manually 14
Grass Defl ector Line Trimming Cut-Off Blade 14

Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 14

Emissions Maintenance Schedule 14
Cleaning the Product 14
Replacing and Cleaning the Air Filter 15
Spark Plug 15
Replacing the Cutting Line 15
To Store the Product Long Term 16

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................... 17

Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 18

Safety Rules

Physical Conditions of the Operator.• Do not

operate this product when tired, ill or under the
infl uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

Clothing Requirements.• Always wear long
heavy pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear
loose clothing, jewellery , short pants, sandal or go
barefoot. Secure hair so that it is above shoulder
level to avoid entanglement in moving parts.

Protective Accessories Requirements.• Wear
safety eye protection when operating this product.
Wear hearing protection during extended periods
of operation.

C• ondition of Product before Use. Inspect the
product before each use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are
in place and secure. Replace cutting attachment
parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in
any way. Make sure the cutting attachment is
properly installed and securely fastened. Be
sure the cutting attachment guard is properly
installed and in the position recommended by the
manufacturer. Use only fl exible, non-metallic line
recommended by the manufacturer. For example,
never use wire or wire rope, which can break off
and become a dangerous projectile.

Proper Stance• . Keep fi rm footings and balance.
Do not overreach. Keep the cutting attachment
below waist level. Keep all parts of your body
away from the rotating cutting attachment and hot
surfaces.

Exhaust Gases• . Never start or run the product
inside a closed room or building; breathing
exhaust fumes can cause illness or death.

Fuelling.• Mix and pour fuel outdoors where there
are no sparks or fl ames. Slowly remove the fuel
cap only after stopping the engine. Do not smoke
while fuelling or mixing fuel. Wipe spilled fuel from
the product. Move at least 9m from the fuelling
source and site before starting the engine.

Work Area.• Clear the area to be cut before each
use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken
glass, nails, wire or string that can be thrown
or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
Clear the area of bystanders, pets and children.
At a minimum, keep all bystanders, pets and
children outside a 15m radius. Because there still
may be a risk to bystanders from thrown objects,
bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye
protection. If you are approached while operating
the product, stop the engine or for those products
equipped with a clutch be sure the cutting
attachment has stopped moving.

Dangerous Environments.• To avoid falling, do
not use the product in damp or wet locations.

Controlling the Product.• During carburettor
adjustments the cutting attachment may spin.
Therefore you should wear protective equipment
and observe all safety instructions when adjusting
the carburettor. Be sure the cutting head has
stopped rotating before setting down or adjusting
the product. Maintain proper control until the
cutting head has completed stopped rotating.

Use the Right Product. • Use the product for the
intended purposes only.

Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious personal injury
as well as damage to product.

WARNING

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Symbols

The following symbols are located on the product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation
of these symbols allows you operate the product better and safer.

Symbol Name Explanation

Safety Alert Indicates danger, warning or caution. Attention is required

in order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.

Thrown Objects Thrown objects can cause severe injury. Wear protective

clothing and boots.

Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at least 15

metres from the operating area.

No Blade Do not install any type of blade on Model No. 101PLT25FC.

Use only fl exible, non-metallic line recommended by the
manufacturer.

Read Operator’s
Manual

Read the Operator’s Manual before starting or operating
this product. Failure to follow operating instructions and
safety precautions in the Operator’s Manual can result in
serious injury.

Eye and Ear Protection Thrown objects can cause severe eye injury. Wear eye

protection when operating this product. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.

Petrol and Oil Use unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an

Octane rating of 87 ([R + M] / 2) or higher. This product is
powered by a 2 cycle engine and requires pre-mixing and 2
cycle oil.

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Specifi cations

Model Numbers: 101PLT25FC Engine: 26cc Full Crank
101PLT25FCB
Cutting Diameter: 400 mm

Line Size: 2.00 mm
Weight (Dry): 5.1 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity: 0.5 Litres
Fuel Petrol/Oil Mix: 25:1

1. Line Trimmer Cutting Head

2. Cutting Line

3. Grass Defl ector Shield

4. Lower Bent Shaft

5. Front Handle

6. Engine On/Off Switch

7. Throttle Lever Release

8. Throttle Lever

9. Throttle Lock

10. Choke Lever

11. Starter Cord

12. Spark Plug Boot

13. Air Filter Housing Cover

14. Fuel Tank

15. Primer Bulb

16. Carry Strap

17. Shaft Connection Piece

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