Bluebird TJ27EC User manual

BRUSHCUTTER
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Translation of Original
instructions
ENGLISH
Rev. 1.0

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL ......................................................................5
1.1 SYMBOLS.......................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL........................................................................................................... 5
1.3 STORING THE MANUAL .................................................................................................................. 6
1.4 RECIPIENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 6
2GENERAL INFORMATION .....................................................................................................7
2.1 MANUFACTURER'S IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................................................. 7
2.2 LIMITS OF LIABILITY........................................................................................................................ 7
3GUARD ...................................................................................................................................8
3.1 Intended use ...................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Improper use...................................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Inappropriate use and contraindications............................................................................................ 8
3.4 General instructions........................................................................................................................... 9
3.5 Meaning of the symbols used.......................................................................................................... 10
3.6 Appropriate clothing and protective equipment ............................................................................... 11
3.7 Machine safety devices and safety systems ................................................................................... 11
4TECHNICAL FEATURES......................................................................................................13
4.1 Main parts ........................................................................................................................................ 13
4.2 Data plate......................................................................................................................................... 14
4.3 Technical data tables....................................................................................................................... 15
5ASSEMBLY...........................................................................................................................17
5.1 Models with rigid shaft ..................................................................................................................... 17
5.1.1 Shaft – engine.......................................................................................................................... 17
5.1.2 Handlebar ................................................................................................................................ 18
5.1.3 Vibration-damping grip............................................................................................................. 19
5.1.4 Throttle control acceleration cable (models with rigid shaft) ................................................... 20
5.2 For all models .................................................................................................................................. 23
5.2.1 Safety guard............................................................................................................................. 23
5.2.2 Safety straps ............................................................................................................................ 24
5.2.3 Balancing ................................................................................................................................. 24

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5.2.4 Assembling the cutting tools (for 26 - 28 mm diameter shaft) ................................................. 25
6USING THE MACHINE..........................................................................................................31
6.1 Before starting ................................................................................................................................. 31
6.2 Using the control handle to start the brushcutter............................................................................. 32
6.2.1 For Blue Bird engines .............................................................................................................. 33
6.3 Correct use ...................................................................................................................................... 36
6.4 Using the machine ........................................................................................................................... 37
6.5 After using the machine ................................................................................................................... 39
6.6 Storing the manual........................................................................................................................... 39
7MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................40
7.1 Bevel gear box ................................................................................................................................. 40
7.2 Sharpening the grass-cutting blade................................................................................................. 40
7.3 Engine.............................................................................................................................................. 40
8WARRANTY CONDITIONS...................................................................................................41

Section 1
PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL
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1 PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL
1.1 SYMBOLS
To ensure the safety of persons and property, this manual uses symbols to draw attention to
particularly dangerous situations, warnings and important information for using the brushcutter
(hereinafter the "machine") correctly:
DANGER
Hazard that may lead to injury, even fatal.
Accident prevention regulations for the operator.
PAY THE UTMOST ATTENTION TO ANY TEXT INDICATED BY THIS SYMBOL.
CAUTION
Possibility of causing damage to the machine and/or its components or for
communicating important information to the operator.
Be careful.
WARNING
Warning or note about key functions or useful information regarding the
operation being carried out.
1.2 PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL
This operating manual is an integral part of the machine and was written with the aim of
providing all the information necessary to/for:
• Make operators aware of safety issues.
• The correct and safe use of the machine.
• Enable operators to become familiar with the operation and limits of the machine.
• Carry out routine maintenance safety.
WARNING
Carefully read this manual and follow the instructions in it before using,
checking or performing any work on or with the machine.
Please contact the Manufacturer if you have difficulties in understanding this manual.
The Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to this manual without prior notice, as
long as this does not constitute a safety risk.
Photos and drawings are indicative only.