Bushranger L361 Owner's manual

String Trimmer / Brushcutter
Owner’s/ Operator’s Manual
Completely read and understand this manual before using this product.
L361
BC361

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Foreword
This Owner’s/ Operator’s Manual is designed to familiarize the operator with the various features and
component parts of the equipment and to assist you with the assembly, operation and maintenance of your
new Trimmer/ Brushcutter.
It is essential that any operator of this Trimmer/Brushcutter reads and understands the contents this manual
before using the Trimmer/Brushcutter.
For additional assistance, contact any local authorized BUSHRANGER dealer.
Important Notice
The benets to the consumer given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the
consumer under a law in relation to the goods or services to which this warranty relates. Our goods come
with guarantees that cannot be excluded under theAustralian consumer law. You are entitled to a replacement
or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any reasonable foreseeable loss or damage. You are
also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
Contents
Page
Foreword ......................................................... 1
Contents .......................................................... 1
Product Description ......................................... 2
Safety Instructions.......................................... 3
Operator Safety ........................................... 3
Trimmer/Brushcutter Safety......................... 3
Fuel Safety................................................... 4
Trimmer/Brushcutter Operating Safety ........ 4
Assembly......................................................... 5
Assembling Engine and
Shaft Assembly
............................ 5
Loop Handle Installation .............................. 5
Horn Handle Installation .............................. 5
Connecting Throttle Cable and
Stop Switch Wires
................. 6
Installing Guard ........................................... 7
Installing Cutting Attachment ....................... 8
Attaching Shoulder Strap /Harness ............. 9
Before Operation ........................................... 10
Oil and Fuel ............................................... 10
Mixing Petrol And Oil ................................ 11
Starting And Stopping................................ 12
Idle Speed Adjustment............................... 13
Page
Trimmer Operation ........................................ 14
Trimmer Operating Position....................... 14
Cutting with Trimmer Head ........................ 15
Brushcutter Operation ................................... 16
Brushcutter Operating Position.................. 16
Cutting Direction of Brushcutter Blade ...... 17
Cutting Blades ........................................... 17
Maintenance.................................................. 18
Air Filter ..................................................... 18
Fuel Filter................................................... 18
Spark Plug ................................................. 19
Cylinder Cooling Fins................................. 19
Spark Arrester............................................ 20
Gearcase ................................................... 20
General Cleaning and Tightening .............. 21
Storage.......................................................... 21
Troubleshooting............................................. 22
Specifications ................................................ 22

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Product Description
L361
BC361
Safety Decal
ON SHAFT（Part No. 221501）ON SHAFT（Part No. 221502）
ON SHAFT
（Part No. 225380）
ON ENGINE
Safety Decals are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger.
Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
1. Gearcase
2. Shaft Assembly
3. Safety Decal
4. Model Name
5. Loop Handle
6. Attachment Ring for
Shoulder Strap
7. Throttle Trigger and
Stop Switch
8. Shaft Grip
9. Clutch Drum Housing
10. Engine
11. Air Filter
12. Fuel Tank
13. Throttle Cable and
Stop Switch Wires
14. Shoulder Strap
15. Cutting Attachment Guard
16. Horn Handle
17. Handle Grip
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Operator safety
1. Read and understand this Manual before using the Trimmer/Brushcutter. Be thoroughly familiar with
the proper use of this Trimmer/Brushcutter.
2. Always wear eye protection and hearing protection.
3. Always wear heavy long pants, a long sleeved shirt, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
4.
Never operate this Trimmer/Brushcutter when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medication.
5. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can cause
death.
6. Keep the grip of handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.
Trimmer/Brushcutter safety
1. Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting attachment has completely stopped rotating before
inverting the Trimmer/Brushcutter, performing maintenance on or working on the machine.
2.
Make sure the Trimmer/Brushcutter is assembled correctly and that the cutting attachment is correctly
installed and securely fastened as instructed in the Assembly section, page 5.
3. Inspect the Trimmer/Brushcutter before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and tightened securely. Follow the maintenance instructions
beginning on page 18.
4. Make sure the cutting attachment does not rotate at engine idle speed. Refer to Idle Speed
Adjustment, page 13.
5. Inspect the cutting attachment and replace any parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged before
using the Trimmer/Brushcutter.
6. Make sure the cutting attachment blade is installed and positioned correctly before using the
Trimmer/Brushcutter.
7. Never use a cutting attachment or replacement parts that are not approved by a BUSHRANGER
service dealer.
8. Maintain the Trimmer/Brushcutter according to the recommended maintenance intervals and
procedures in the Maintenance section beginning on page 18.
9. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct, return the Trimmer/
Brushcutter to your servicing BUSHRANGER dealer for repair.
10. The Exhaust gases are extremely hot. Keep flammable materials and objects at least 1m away from
the direction that the exhaust gases are coming out of the muffler. Do not cover the exhaust gases
with any items. There is a high risk of materials and objects catching fire and getting burned.
11. During the operation and idling of the unit, the engine is very hot. Also, for a while after the engine
stops, the engine is still hot. Do not place the engine near flammable materials such as dried grass.
There is a high risk of materials catching fire.
Safety Instructions
The warning system in This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.
, and are signal words to identify the level of hazard.
: signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
: signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions
are not followed.
: signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended
precautions are not followed. Two other words are also used to highlight information.
“Important” calls attention to special mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.

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Fuel safety
1. Petrol is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully. Use a container approved for
fuel for storing petrol and/or fuel/oil mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames.
3.
Do not smoke near fuel or Trimmer/Brushcutter, or while using the Trimmer/Brushcutter.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 10mm from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
6. Move the Trimmer/Brushcutter at least 3m away from the fueling location before starting the engine.
7.
Do not remove the Trimmer/Brushcutter fuel tank cap immediately after stopping the engine.
8. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit.
10.
Store fuel and Trimmer/Brushcutter away from open ame, sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open ames from water heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.
Trimmer/Brushcutter Operating safety
1. THIS TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions
carefully. Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of the Trimmer/Brushcutter.
2. Never allow children to operate the Trimmer/Brushcutter. It is not a toy. Never allow adults to operate
the unit without rst reading this Operator’s Manual.
3. Avoid using the Trimmer/Brushcutter near rocks, gravel, stones and similar material that would
cause harmful missiles.
4. Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a 15m(50ft.)
radius from the operator and Trimmer/Br
ushcutter .
5.
If you are approached while operating the Trimmer/Br ushcutter , stop
the engine and cutting attachment rotation.
6. Use the Trimmer/Brushcutter only in daylight or good articial
light.
7. Never operate the Trimmer/Brushcutter without proper guards in
place.
8. Do not put hands or feet near or under any rotating parts. Keep
clear at all times. Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating cutting attachment and hot
surfaces such as the mufer.
9. When cutting heavy brush or small trees, always swing the Brushcutter from right to left to prevent
kick-back.
10. Keep a rm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Trimmer/ Brushcutter for any job that is not recommended
by BUSHRANGER.
No Kick-back Zone
DANGER
Kick-back Zone
Direction of
Swing
CORRECT INCORRECT
Direction of
Swing
15m(50ft.)
Minimum