Axminster DGJ260 User manual

951677
DGJ260
Petrol Line Trimmer
and Attachments
Axminster Reference No: DGJ260
User Manual
www.axminster.co.uk

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Preface
This book explains how to operate the brush cutter right in detail. Before
operating the machine, please read the manual carefully and acknowledge the
structure, operating method and so on. Master the method of repairing and
maintenance so that you can operate it correctly and finish the task safely.
In order to impro e the quality, the change of some parts which are not
conformed to the manual will not be informed separately. Please understand
accordingly.
SAFTY FIRST
Instructions contained in warning within this manual marked with a symbol
concern critical points which must be taken into consideration to pre ent
possible serious bodily injury, and for this reason you are requested to read all
such instructions carefully and follow them without fail.
WARIG I THE MAUAL
This mark indicates instructions, which must be followed in order to pre ent
accidents, which could lead to serious bodily injury or death.
IMPORTAT
This mark indicates instructions, which must be followed, or it leads to
mechanical failure, breakdown, or damage.
OTE
This mark indicates hints or directions useful in the use of the product.

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Contents
1. Parts location …………………………………………………………………………3
2. Specifications
…………………………………………………………………………4
3. Warning labels on the machine ………………………………………………5
4. Symbols on the machine …………………………………………………………6
5. For safe operation ………………………………………………………………… 7
6. Set up
…………………………………………………………………………………12
7. Fuel and chain oil
……………………………………………………………… 15
8. Operation
……………………………………………………………………………17
9. Maintenance
………………………………………………………………………28
10. Storage
………………………………………………………………………………35
11. Troubleshooting guide
………………………………………………………35

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1. Parts location
DGJ260
1. Loop handle
2. Shoulder strap hanger
3. Lgnition switch
4. Throttle cable
5. Throttle le el
6. Throttle set button
7. Dri e shaft housing
8. Knob bolt
9. Spark arrester
10. Starter knob
11. Fuel tank
12. Primer pump
13. Choke le el
14. Air cleaner co er
15. Debris guard
16. Gear case
17. Cutting head
18. Blade
19. Gear case
20. Guide bar
21. Saw chain
22. Chain co er
23. Gear case
24. Wheel
25. Blade guard
26. Blade

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. Specification
Engine
Type……………………………………………………………………Air-cooled2-stroke gasoline
Model……………………………………………………………………………………… 1E34FN
Displacement…………………………………………………………………………………26mm3
Max.output……………………………………………………0.9Hp(0.65Kw)at 7500/min-1(rpm)
Idle speed ………………………………………………………………… 2800 +
-200/min-1(rpm)
Fuel …………………………………………………………………… Mixture(Gasoline 50:Oil 1)
Spark plug………………………………………………………………………Champion RCJ6Y
Fuel tank capacity …………………………………………………………………………… 0.7 L
Durability period…………………………………………………………………………… 100hrs
BC-EX
O erall size(L×W×H) ……………………………………………………1790×250×310mm
Dry weight w/o acc. ………………………………………………………………………… 5.3kg
Transmission …………………………………………………Centrifugal clutch, rigid dri e shaft
Reduction ratio……………………………………………………………………………… 1.357
Cutting head rotating direction………………………………Counter-clockwise(Operator iew )
LRT-EX
O erall size(L×W×H) ……………………………………………………2300×250×310mm
Dry weight w/o acc. ………………………………………………………………………… 6.1kg
Transmission …………………………………………………Centrifugal clutch, rigid dri e shaft
Reduction ratio………………………………………………………………………………… 4.0
Cutting head
Type ……………………………………………………………… reciprocating Double blade
Tooth ………………………………………………………………………………… 28teeth
Pitch …………………………………………………………………………………… 30mm
Effecti e cut width……………………………………………………………………… 40mm
Angle adjust range …………………………… 90(45 from cutting head postion aligned shaft)
PS-EX
O erall size(L×W×H) ……………………………………………………2100×250×310mm
Dry weight w/o acc. ……………………………………………………………………… 5.05kg
Transmission …………………………………………………Centrifugal clutch, rigid dri e shaft
Reduction ratio……………………………………………………………………………… 0.94
Cutting head
Sprocket…………………………………………………………………………………… 7T
Oil pump………………………………………………………………………… Plunger type
HE-EX
O erall size(L×W×H) ……………………………………………………1810×250×310mm
Dry weight w/o acc. ………………………………………………………………………… 7.2kg
Transmission …………………………………………………Centrifugal clutch, rigid dri e shaft
Reduction ratio……………………………………………………………………………… 2.538
Blade length ………………………………………………………………………………200mm
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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3. Warning labels on the machine
Read owner’s manual before operating this
machine.
Wear head, eye and ear protection.
Warning/Attention
Keep all children, bystanders
and helpers 15 meters away
from the machine.
If warning label peels off or becomes soiled and impossible to
read, you should contact the dealer from which you purchased
the product to order mew labels and affix them in the required
location(s).
ever modify your machine.
We won’t warrant the machine, if you use the remodelled
brushcutter or if you don’t observe the proper usage written
in the manual.

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4. Symbols on the machine
For safe operation and maintenance, symbol are car ed in relief on the
machine. According to these indications, please be careful not to make a
mistake.
The port to refuel the “MIX GASOLINE”
Position: FUEL TANK CAP
The direction to close the choke
Position: AIR CLEANER COVER
The direction to open the choke
Position: AIR CLEANER COVER
(PS-EX Only) If you turn the rod by screwdri er follow the
MIN MAX arrow to the “MAX” position ,the chain oil
flow more, and if you turn to the “MIN”
position, less.
Position: Bottom of the GEAR CASE

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5. For safe operation
1. Read this manual carefully until you completely understand
and follow all safety and operating instructions.
2. Keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whene er, if you
ha e any questions arise .Also note, if you ha e any questions which
cannot be answered herein, contact the dealer from whom you purchased
the product.
3. Always be sure to include this manual when selling, lending, or otherwise
transferring the ownership or this product.
4. Ne er allow children or anyone unable to fully understand the directions
gi en in the manual to use the machine.
WORKIG CODITIO
1. When using the product, you should wear proper clothing and protecti e
equipment.
(1) Helmet
( ) Ear protectors
(3) Protection goggles or face protector
(4)Thick work gloves
(5) on-slip-sole work boots
2. And you should carry with you.
(1) Attached tools
(2) Properly reser ed fuel
(3) Spare blade
(4)Things to notify your working area (rope, warning signs)
(5) Whistle (for collaboration or emergency)
( 6) Hatchet or saw (for remo al of obstacles)
3. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, shorttrousers, sandals, or go
barefoot. Do not wear anything which might be caught be a mo ing part
of the unit. Secure hair so it is abo e shoulder length.

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WORKIG CIRCUMSTACE
1. Ne er start the engine inside a closed room or
building .Exhaust gases contain dangerous
carbon monoxide.
2. Ne er use the product,
a. When the ground is slippery or when you can’t maintain a steady
posture.
b. At night, at times of hea y fog, or at any other times when your field
of ision might be limited and it would be difficult to gain a clear
iew of the working area.
c. During rain storms, during lighting storms, at times of strong or
gale-force winds, or at any other times when weather conditions
might make it unsafe to use the product.
WORKING PLAN
1. You should ne er use the product when under the influence of alcohol,
when suffering from exhaustion or lack of sleep, when suffering from
drowsiness as a result of ha ing taken cold medicine or at any other
time when a possibility exists that your judgment might be impaired or
that you might not be able to operate the product properly and in a safe
manner.
2. When planning your work schedule, allow plenty of time to rent.
Limited the amount of time o er which the product is to be used
continuously to somewhere around 30¬40 minutes per session, and
taken 10¬20 minutes of rest between work sessions. Also try to keep
the total amount of work performed in a single day under 2 hours or
less.
1. If you don’t obser e the working time, or working manner (See
“USING THE PRODUCT ”), Repetiti e Stress Injury (RSI) could
occur.
If you feel discomfort, redness and swelling of your fingers or any
other part of your body, see a doctor before getting worse.
WARIG

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2. To a oid noise complaints, in general, operate product between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends.
OTE
Check and follow the local regulations as to sound le el and hours of
operations for the product.
BEFORE STARTIG THE EGIE
1. The area within a perimeter of 15 m of the person using the product
should be considered a hazardous area into which no one should enter.
If necessary, yellow warning rope, warning signs should be placed
around the perimeter of the area. When work is to be performed
simultaneously by two or more persons, care should also be taken to
constantly look around or otherwise check for the presence and
locations of other people working so as to maintain a distance
between each person sufficient to ensure safety.
2. Check the condition of working area to a oid any accident by hitting
hidden obstacles such as stumps, stones, cans, or broken glass.
IMPORTAT
Remo e any obstacle be fore beginning work.
3. Inspect the entire unit for loose fasteners and fuel leakage. Make sure
that the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened.
4. Be sure the debris guard is firmly attached in place.
5. Always use the shoulder strap. Adjust the strap for comfort before
starting the engine. The strap should be adjusted so the left hand can
comfortably hold the handlebar grip approximately waist high.
STARTIG THE EGIE
1. Keep bystanders and animals at least 15 m away form the operating point.
If you are approached immediately stop the engine.
2. The product is equipped with a centrifugal clutch mechanism, so the
cutting attachment begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started by
putting the throttle into the start position. When starting the engine, place
the product onto the ground in a flat clear area and hold it firmly in place
so as to ensure that neither the cutting part nor the throttle come into
contact with any obstacle when the engine starts.
EVER PLACE THE THROTTLE ITO THE HIGH-SPEED
WARIG