GardenCare GCMT262 User manual

Gardencare User Manual 1110CA - VI
OWNER’S MANUAL
GCMT262 MULTI TOOL
 READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE
WARNING:
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES

DESCRIPTION
1. Fuel tank – 2 stroke mixture
2. Engine starter.
3. Carburettor / air filter.
4. Safety lever.
5. hrottle control lever.
6. Ignition switch.
7. Harness hanger.
8. Loop handle
8A. Rubber hand grip
9. ransmission shaft.
10. Attachment shaft.
11. Safety guard.
12. Gear box.
13. Nylon head.
14. Optional cutting blade.
15. Cutting blade.
16. Gear box.
17. Attachment shaft.
18. Attachment shaft.
19. Gear box.
20. Oil tank for lubrication.
21. Guide Bar.
22. Saw chain.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................................................1
SAFETY SYMBOLS .........................................................................................................3
SAFE HANDLING OF FUEL.................................................................................................4
BEFORE OPERATING THE MULTI-TOOL ..............................................................................4
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................................................................4
SAFETY WHEN USING THE MULTI-TOOL ............................................................................5
FITTING OF THE L HANDLE .............................................................................................5
ASSEMBLY OF THE BRUSH CUTTER .................................................................................6
ASSEMBLY OF THE PRUNER ...........................................................................................9
HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT..................................................................................13
ATTACHING THE TOOLS TO THE DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY ..............................................14
OPERATION................................................................................................................15
TWO-STROKE FUEL .......................................................................................................15
STARTING THE ENGINE..................................................................................................16
STOPPING THE ENGINE..................................................................................................17
MAINTENANCE...........................................................................................................17
FUEL FILTER ................................................................................................................. 17
SPARK PLUG................................................................................................................. 18
CARBURETTOR ............................................................................................................. 18
GEAR CASE...................................................................................................................19
REGULAR MAINTENANCE INSPECTION ............................................................................19
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
...........................................................................................20
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................20
CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY .......................................................................................22

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Warning: Danger, Caution
Read the documentation and safety instructions which are provided in this
user manual.
When operating this machine, use protective equipment such as goggles,
helmet and ear defenders
Wear security shoes and gloves.
Beware: Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
lways keep a safe distance from the cutting parts.
Hot surface: Risk of burn.
Danger: Risk of intoxication.
Danger: Risk of fire or explosion
Directive 2000-14/CE. Guaranteed noise levels
Beware of objects being thrown from the operating zone
Warning: Keep all people, animals and vulnerable objects at least 15 metres
from the working area.
360°
15m 50ft

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S FETY ND OPER TION
• This multi-tool is equipped with very sharp blades, and when used incorrectly the blades can be extremely
dangerous.
• Improper handling can cause accidents which may in turn lead to serious injury or death. For this reason, you
should always be careful to adhere to the following instructions when using your multi-tool.
• ever hold the multi-tool in a way in which the cutting head is pointing towards someone else.
• ever allow the blades to come into contact with your body.
•
Always turn off the engine before adjusting the multi-tool, or at any time when coming into close proximity
with the cutting head.
• Always wear thick work gloves when adjusting the multi-tool.
S FE H NDLING OF FUEL
• The engine of the multi-tool is designed to run on a two stroke oil/fuel mixture.
• This fuel is highly flammable; never store cans of fuel or refill the fuel tank in any place
where there is a source of heat or fire, which might ignite the fuel.
• Do not smoke whilst operating the multi-tool or refilling, keep lit cigarettes away from the
multi-tool at all times.
• When refilling the fuel tank always stop the engine first and carefully make sure that there
are no sparks or naked flames anywhere nearby before refuelling.
• If any fuel spillage occurs during refuelling, use a dry rag to wipe any fuel which has been spilled onto the
multi-tool before starting the engine.
• After refuelling, screw the fuel cap back tightly onto the fuel tank and carry the multi-tool to a spot 5 metres or
more away from where it was refuelled before starting the engine.
BEFORE OPER TING THE MULTI-TOOL
• Before beginning work, carefully check the work area and remove any obstacles. Within a perimeter of 15
metres of the work area should be considered a hazardous area into which no-one should enter while the
multi-tool is being used and when necessary this area should be marked with a warning rope, warning signs, or
other forms of warning.
•
When work is to be performed simultaneously by two or more operators, care should also be taken to
constantly look around to check the presence and locations of other operators within the work area to
maintain a safe distance between each operator.
• Before beginning work, each component of the multi-tool should be checked to make sure that it is in proper
working order, make sure that there are no loose screws or bolts, fuel leaks, ruptures, dents, broken guards or
any other problems which might interfere with safe operation.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting head when the engine is running.
BEFORE ST RTING THE ENGINE
• Carefully check the work area to make sure that no obstacles exist within a perimeter of 15metres around the
multi-tool before starting the engine.
• To start the engine, place the multi-tool onto the ground in a flat clear area and hold it firmly in place to
ensure that neither the cutting head nor the throttle come into contact with any obstacles when the engine
starts.
• After starting the engine, make sure that the cutting head stops moving when the throttle trigger is released
(idle). If the cutting head continues to move when the engine is at idle, adjust the idle screw on the
carburettor to a point where the cutting head stops moving, if this cannot be achieved, take the multi-tool to
your authorised service dealer for adjustment.
VOID NOISE PROBLEMS
•
Check and follow the local regulations for sound levels and hours of operation for garden machinery.
• In general, operate the multi-tool between 8 am and 5 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 5 pm at weekends.
• Avoid using the multi-tool late at night and/or early in the morning.

SAFETY WHEN USING THE MULTI-
TOOL
•When using the multi-too
l, grip the handles firmly with both hands, place your feet slightly apart so your
weight is distributed evenly across both legs, and always maintain a steady even posture while working.
•
Maintain full engine speed when cutting.
•Never allow other persons to
come within the work area as doing so might expose them to danger.
•
Keep the work area clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets Injury
may result from flying debris.
•
If grass or other objects get caught in the multi
the engine before removing the object.
•
Never touch the spark plug or plug H cable while the engine is in operation, doing so
may result in an electrical shock.
•
Never touch the exhaust, spark plug, or any
operation or immediately after shutting down the engine. hese parts reach high
temperatures during operation and doing so could result in serious burns.
•
When you finish cutting in one location and wish to continue work in another area,
stop the engine.
•
Always remove fuel from the fuel tank before transportation to prevent fuel spillage.
•Never leave the multi-
tool exposed to direct sunlight as this can heat the fuel tank
and may cause a discharge of fuel, and flood the engine.
•Be careful not to
hit the nylon cutting head against stones or the ground.
FITTING OF THE L HANDLE
•Fix the loop-
handle to the shaft over the rubber block provided 1,
•
Fig 1. Adjust to a comfortable working position then tighten the fixing screws securely Fig 2.
Fig 1,
TOOL
l, grip the handles firmly with both hands, place your feet slightly apart so your
weight is distributed evenly across both legs, and always maintain a steady even posture while working.
Maintain full engine speed when cutting.
come within the work area as doing so might expose them to danger.
Keep the work area clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets Injury
If grass or other objects get caught in the multi
-tool during operation, always stop
the engine before removing the object.
ever touch the spark plug or plug HT cable while the engine is in operation, doing so
may result in an electrical shock.
ever touch the exhaust, spark plug, or any
metallic parts while the engine is in
operation or immediately after shutting down the engine. These parts reach high
temperatures during operation and doing so could result in serious burns.
When you finish cutting in one location and wish to continue work in another area,
Always remove fuel from the fuel tank before transportation to prevent fuel spillage.
tool exposed to direct sunlight as this can heat the fuel tank
and may cause a discharge of fuel, and flood the engine.
hit the nylon cutting head against stones or the ground.
handle to the shaft over the rubber block provided 1,
Fig 1. Adjust to a comfortable working position then tighten the fixing screws securely Fig 2.
Fig 2,
l, grip the handles firmly with both hands, place your feet slightly apart so your
weight is distributed evenly across both legs, and always maintain a steady even posture while working.
come within the work area as doing so might expose them to danger.
Fig 1. Adjust to a comfortable working position then tighten the fixing screws securely Fig 2.

ASSEMBLY OF THE BRUSH CUTTER
The blade fitted to the gua d is sha p and can cause inju y, always wea gloves.
INSTALLATION OF THE GUARD
•
Lay the brush cutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up.
•Line up the 4
screw holes in the guard with the bracket on the shaft Fig 3.
•
Insert 4 screws through the guard into the captive nuts in the bracket Fig 4 and tighten.
The blade fitted to the g ard is sharp and can ca se inj ry,
INSTALLATION OF THE NYLON HEAD
•
Lay the brush cutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up.
•
Rotate the gear box shaft until the hole in the holder A lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Fig 5.
•Insert the Allen key
into the hole in the gearbox cover and into holder A Fig 6.
•Screw the nylon head anti-
clockwise (turn left) Fig 7 onto the threaded shaft on the end of the gearbox.
•
Make sure that the nylon head is securely locked in position.
•Remove the Allen key.
Fig 3,
Fig 5, PLASTIC GUARD HOLDER A
ASSEMBLY OF THE BRUSH CUTTER
The blade fitted to the guard is sharp and can cause injury, always wear gloves.
Lay the brush cutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up.
screw holes in the guard with the bracket on the shaft Fig 3.
Insert 4 screws through the guard into the captive nuts in the bracket Fig 4 and tighten.
The blade fitted to the guard is sharp and an ause injury,
always wear gloves.
Lay the brush cutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up.
Rotate the gear box shaft until the hole in the holder A lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Fig 5.
into the hole in the gearbox cover and into holder A Fig 6.
clockwise (turn left) Fig 7 onto the threaded shaft on the end of the gearbox.
Make sure that the nylon head is securely locked in position.
Fig 6, ALLEN KEY
Fig 7,
SCREW THE HEAD ANTI
Fig 4,
always wear gloves.
otate the gear box shaft until the hole in the holder A lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Fig 5.
clockwise (turn left) Fig 7 onto the threaded shaft on the end of the gearbox.
SCREW THE HEAD ANTI
-CLOCKWISE

INSTALLATION OF THE 3 TOOTH BLADE
Always wea gloves when touching the blade
•
Lay the brush cutter on its back with the
•
Rotate the gearbox shaft until the hole in the holder
•
Insert the Allen key into the hole in the gearbox cover and into holder
•
Place the 3 tooth blade on the holder A, ce
Fig 8,
HOLDER A RAISED CENTRE
.
• Fit the holder B
Fig 10 and then the washer.
• Screw the nut anti-
clockwise (turn left) and tighten using the spanner
•
Make sure that the blade is completely and safely locked in position, and there is no space between the blade
and the blade holder.
• Fit split pin fig 12
•
Remove the Allen key.
THE BLADE
MUST BE CORRECTLY POSITIONED ON THE UPPER BLADE CLAMP OTHERWISE SERIOUS DAMAGE AND
INJURY TO PERSONS AND PROPERTY COULD RESULT.
Fig 11
IN TALLATION OF THE 3 TOOTH BLADE
Always wear gloves when touching the blade
Lay the brush cutter on its back with the
gearbox shaft facing up.
Rotate the gearbox shaft until the hole in the holder
A
lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Fig 5.
Insert the Allen key into the hole in the gearbox cover and into holder
A Fig 6.
Place the 3 tooth blade on the holder A, ce
ntring the blade on the raised centre Fig 8 and Fig 9.
Fig 9,
Fig 10,
HOLDER B
Fig 10 and then the washer.
clockwise (turn left) and tighten using the spanner
provided Fig 11.
Make sure that the blade is completely and safely locked in position, and there is no space between the blade
MU T BE CORRECTLY PO ITIONED ON THE UPPER BLADE CLAMP OTHERWI E ERIOU DAMAGE AND
INJURY TO PER ON AND PROPERTY COULD RE ULT.
Fig 12
lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Fig 5.
ntring the blade on the raised centre Fig 8 and Fig 9.
Make sure that the blade is completely and safely locked in position, and there is no space between the blade
MUST BE CORRECTLY POSITIONED ON THE UPPER BLADE CLAMP OTHERWISE SERIOUS DAMAGE AND

REPLACING THE NYLON CORD
Check to see if the nylon head is damaged before replacing the cord. If you can see serious
damage, you must replace the complete nylon head.
• Stop the engine.
•
Open the nylon head by pushing on the catch, Fig 13 and twisting the cover anti
•
Pull the bobbin out of the nylon head and take out the rest of the nylon cords.
•
Cut the cords, 2.4mm Ø and 5 meters long into two equal lengths.
•
Make a loop folded at one end of each of the two nylon cords and insert these into the two holes provided on
the bobbin, Fig 14.
•
Wind the lines together clockwise maintaining an even and fir
twist the cords.
•
After winding the cord, insert both ends into the notches on the bobbin, Fig 15.
•
Introduce each end of the cords into the holes provided Fig 16. he cords should stick out appx 15 cm either
side.
•
Pull the cords to free them from the notches and refit the spool cover.
Neve use a cutting device othe than those supplied by the manufactu e . (Steel co d is neve allowed) A
use o iginal spa e pa ts in o de to benefit f om continuous wa a
USING THE BRUSH CUTTER
CHOOSING THE CUTTING DEVICE
Choose the most suitable cutting device fo the job to be done, acco ding to these gene al
indications:
•
The cutting line head
can eliminate tall grass
• The 3-point blade
is suitable for cutting brushwood and small shrubs up to 2 cm
CUTTING LINE HEAD
• Cut the grass in 1.5 metre
widths, keeping the machine well balanced.
Fig 13
catch
Fig 15
Check to see if the nylon head is damaged before replacing the cord. If you can see serious
damage, you must replace the complete nylon head.
Open the nylon head by pushing on the catch, Fig 13 and twisting the cover anti
-
clock wise.
Pull the bobbin out of the nylon head and take out the rest of the nylon cords.
Cut the cords, 2.4mm Ø and 5 meters long into two equal lengths.
Make a loop folded at one end of each of the two nylon cords and insert these into the two holes provided on
Wind the lines together clockwise maintaining an even and fir
m tension onto the bobbin, being careful not to
After winding the cord, insert both ends into the notches on the bobbin, Fig 15.
Introduce each end of the cords into the holes provided Fig 16. The cords should stick out appx 15 cm either
Pull the cords to free them from the notches and refit the spool cover.
Never use a cutting device other than those supplied by the manufacturer. ( teel cord is never allowed) A
use original spare parts in order to benefit from continuous warra
nty.
Choose the most suitable cutting device for the job to be done, according to these general
can eliminate tall grass
and non-woody vegetation.
is suitable for cutting brushwood and small shrubs up to 2 cm
in diameter.
widths, keeping the machine well balanced.
Fig 14
Fig 16
Check to see if the nylon head is damaged before replacing the cord. If you can see serious
traces of wear or
clock wise.
Make a loop folded at one end of each of the two nylon cords and insert these into the two holes provided on
m tension onto the bobbin, being careful not to
Introduce each end of the cords into the holes provided Fig 16. The cords should stick out appx 15 cm either
Never use a cutting evice other than those supplie by the manufacturer. (Steel cor is never allowe ) A
lways
in diameter.

• Avoid e
ngaging stones, piles of earth,
in the grass. If a large object is accidentally struck, if the cutting head gets blocked, overloaded or stringy
material gets wrapped in the cutting head: reduce the eng
cutting head has stopped rotating switch off the engine and remove the material.
•
Put the machine on the ground and check that the cutting head has not been damaged. If necessary, change
the cutting head. If the head is only
•
Always wear safety gloves for this operation and ensure the engine is switched off and the head is stationary.
•
When the 2 nylon cords become too short, accelerate the engine and bum
Automatically the 2 nylon cords will feed out and be cut to the correct length. Repeat the operation if
necessary.
ASSEMBLY OF THE PRUNER
ATTACHING THE PRUNING MECHANISM Fig 17
• Remove the locating screw (5).
• Using a 4mm Allen ke
y, loosen the clamping bolt (4).
•
Slide the drive shaft (1) into the gearbox (2) until the locating hole (3) in the drive shaft is visible through the
locating hole in the gearbox (5).
•
Insert the locating screw (5) into the gearbox (2) and tighten.
• Using a
4mm Allen key, tighten the clamping bolt (4).
Install the guide ba and the saw chain on the gea box as follows
Fig 18
(1) Guide bar
(2) Saw chain
(3) Gearbox
(4) Sprocket
(5)
Chain tension adjust screw
(6) Nut
(7) Chain tensioner
(8) Chain cover
The saw chain has ve y sha p edges. Use p otective gloves fo safety.
•
Loosen the nut 6, Fig 18/20 and remove the chain cover 8.
•
Mount the guide bar, then fit the saw chain around the bar and
sprocket Fig 19.
Pay attention to the co ect di ection of the saw chain Fig 19.
ngaging stones, piles of earth,
small p
ieces of wood or anything that could be hidden or difficult to see
in the grass. If a large object is accidentally struck, if the cutting head gets blocked, overloaded or stringy
material gets wrapped in the cutting head: reduce the eng
ine speed so the en
gine idles.
cutting head has stopped rotating switch off the engine and remove the material.
Put the machine on the ground and check that the cutting head has not been damaged. If necessary, change
the cutting head. If the head is only
wrapped by vegetation, remove by hand and clean the cutting head
Always wear safety gloves for this operation and ensure the engine is switched off and the head is stationary.
When the 2 nylon cords become too short, accelerate the engine and bum
p the
nylon head on the ground.
Automatically the 2 nylon cords will feed out and be cut to the correct length. Repeat the operation if
ATTACHING THE PRUNING MECHANI M Fig 17
y, loosen the clamping bolt (4).
Slide the drive shaft (1) into the gearbox (2) until the locating hole (3) in the drive shaft is visible through the
Insert the locating screw (5) into the gearbox (2) and tighten.
4mm Allen key, tighten the clamping bolt (4).
Install the guide bar and the saw chain on the gearbox as follows
:
Chain tension adjust screw
The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use protective gloves for safety.
Loosen the nut 6, Fig 18/20 and remove the chain cover 8.
Mount the guide bar, then fit the saw chain around the bar and
Pay attention to the correct direction of the saw chain Fig 19.
Fig
17
Fig 18
Fig 19
Fig 20
Fig 21
66
6
ieces of wood or anything that could be hidden or difficult to see
in the grass. If a large object is accidentally struck, if the cutting head gets blocked, overloaded or stringy
gine idles.
Make sure that the
Put the machine on the ground and check that the cutting head has not been damaged. If necessary, change
wrapped by vegetation, remove by hand and clean the cutting head
Always wear safety gloves for this operation and ensure the engine is switched off and the head is stationary.
nylon head on the ground.
Automatically the 2 nylon cords will feed out and be cut to the correct length. epeat the operation if
Slide the drive shaft (1) into the gearbox (2) until the locating hole (3) in the drive shaft is visible through the
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• Fit the chain tensioner into the lower hole of the guide bar, then install the chain cover, and fasten the
mounting nut to finger tightness Fig 20.
• Turn the adjuster screw 1 clockwise until the chain does not sag from the underside of the guide bar Fig 21.
• Tighten the chain cover nut.
• Pull the chain around the guide bar by hand to check that the chain has the correct tension, without any tight
s ots.
It is important to maintain the proper chain tension. Rapid wear of the guide bar or the chain coming off can be
caused by improper tension, especially when using a new chain.
CHAIN OIL
• Fill the chain oil tank 2 with low viscosity chain oil or 10W30 Fig 22.
• Do not use waste or regenerated oil that can cause damage to the oil um .
• The oil reservoir has a ca acity sufficient to rovide about 20 minutes of cutting time (when set to deliver the
minimum flow rate). Be sure to refill the oil tank every time when refuelling the saw.
CH CKING TH OIL SUPPLY
• After starting the engine, run the chain at medium
s eed and see if chain oil is thrown off as shown in
the figure Fig 23.
ADJUSTING OIL FLOW RAT
Never fill the oil reservoir or adjust the oiler with the engine running.
• An increase in bar oil flow rate will s eed oil consum tion, requiring more frequent checks on the oil reservoir.
• The guide bar and chain are lubricated automatically by a um that o erates whenever the chain rotates. The
um is set at the factory to deliver a minimum flow rate, but it can be adjusted in the field. A tem orary
increase in oil flow is often desirable when cutting hardwood.
Adjust the pump as follows:
• Sto the engine and make sure the sto switch is in the OFF osition.
• Place the unit on its side with the oil reservoir (1) u .
• The oil flow adjusting screw must be ressed in slightly in order to
turn. Failure to do so could damage the um and screw Fig 24.
• With a screwdriver, ush in on the oil flow rate adjusting screw and
turn in the desired direction (there are three incremental settings)
• Clockwise-decrease lubrication, Counter clockwise-increase
lubrication.
Oil tank (2) Chain cover
Fig 24
Fig 22
Fig
23

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BAR AND CHAIN MAINT NANC
• Dismount the guide bar and check the oiling ort for blockage
Fig 25.
• Remove sawdust in the bar groove (1) and the oiling ort (2) Fig
26.
• Grease the nose s rocket (2) from the feeding ort on the ti of
the bar (1) Fig 27 with a s rocket grease gun (Oregon Part
Number 21939).
SAW CHAIN
It is very important for smooth and safe
operation to always keep the chain sharp.
The chain needs to be sharpened when:
• Sawdust becomes owder-like.
• You need extra force to saw.
• The cut does not go straight.
Saw chain sharpening:
Be sure to wear safety gloves.
• Remove multi-tool from ower unit.
• Clam multi-tool guide bar in a vice to secure.
• Shar en chain with a 5/32 file and holder (Oregon art number
16265)
• Place your file on the cutter and ush straight forward.
Kee the file osition as illustrated. Fig 28
• After every cutter has been set, check the de th gauge and file it to the ro er level as illustrated Fig 29.
• Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as illustrated Fig 30.
Fig 25
Fig 26
Fig 27
Fig 28

(1) Depth gauge set tool (Oregon part no 27530)
(2) File shoulder round
(3) Depth gauge standard
(4) Cutter length
(5) Filing angle
(6) Side plate angle
(7) Top plate utting angle
GEARBOX
GEARBOX LUBRICANT
•
Always use lithium based grease.
• DO NOT force grease into the
gear box, apply 2 or 3 pumps of
•
grease every 15 hours of operation
KICKBACK AND PINCHING SAFETY
Beware of kickback!
•
Kic bac can occur whenever the tip of the guide bar touches an object while the saw is operating. Kic bac
may force the bar up and bac towards the operator with speed!
Beware of pi chi g.
• Pinching the saw along the
tip of the guide bar may force the bar bac rapidly toward
the operator. Pinching can occur whenever wood closes in around the moving chain.
•
Both ic bac and pinching may cause you to lose control of the pole pruner which
could result in serious pers
onal injury.
•
Understand ic bac and pinching!
•
Keep a firm grip on the pole pruner with both hands whenever the engine is running. A
firm grip will help you reduce the affects of ic bac and pinching as well as maintain
control of the machine.
• Cut at high engine speeds.
•
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for sharpening and maintaining the chain.
• Use only genuine spare parts.
(1) Depth gauge set tool (Oregon part no 27530)
gear box, apply 2 or 3 pumps of
grease every 15 hours of operation
Fig 31.
KICKBACK AND PINCHING SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Kickback can occur whenever the tip of the gui e bar touches an object while the saw is operating. Kickback
may force the bar up an back towar s the operator with spee !
tip of the gui e bar may force the bar back rapi ly towar
the operator. Pinching can occur whenever woo closes in aroun the moving chain.
Both kickback an pinching may cause you to lose control of the pole pruner which
onal injury.
Un erstan kickback an pinching!
Keep a firm grip on the pole pruner with both han s whenever the engine is running. A
firm grip will help you re uce the affects of kickback an pinching as well as maintain
Follow the manufacturer's instructions for sharpening an maintaining the chain.
Fig 31
Fig 29
Fig 30
Kickback can occur whenever the tip of the guide bar touches an object while the saw is operating. Kickback

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HEDGE TRIMMER ATTACHMENT
ATTACHING THE HEDGE TRIMMER GEARBOX
1. Remove the locating screw (1).
2. Using a 4mm Allen key, loosen the clamping bolt (2).
3. lide the drive shaft (4) into the hedge trimmer gearbox (5) until the locating hole (6) in the drive shaft is visible
though the locating hole (6) in the gearbox.
4. Insert the locating screw (1) into the gear box (5) and tighten.
5. Using a 4mm Allen key, tighten the clamping bolt (2).
NOTE
• The thickness of fresh growth (green branches , which may be cut using this hedge trimmer, is limited to up
to approximately 10mm. Never try to cut branches thicker than this, as doing so may result in damage to the
multi-tool.
Adjusting the angle of the cutting blades
1. top the engine.
2. Turn the clamp bolt located on the top of the trimming mechanism counter-clockwise to loosen it.
3. Adjust the angle of the blades to the desired angle, and then tighten the bolt firmly back into place.
4. Always wear gloves when adjusting the blades
Blade information
• Never cut hedges thicker than 10mm and only fresh growth.
• If wire is caught by the blades, damage can occur which is not covered by the warranty.
• When sharpening, removing, or reattaching the blades, be sure to wear thick, sturdy gloves and use only
appropriate tools and equipment to prevent injury.
• After you have finished using the hedge trimmer, clean the blades and apply clean light grade lubricating oil to
the entire length of the blades, including the blade bolts.
Gearbox (5)
Locating screw (1)
Locating hole (6)
Drive shaft (4)
Clamping bolt (2)

ATTACHING THE TOOLS TO THE DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
•
Rest the power unit/shaft assembly on a flat firm surface.
•
Ensure that the clamping wing nut (2) is loose, pull out locator
•
Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly ( ) into coupler (3).
•
After the attachment drive shaft is in the coupler, release the locator pin (1).
•
Turn the attachment drive shaft until the locator pin engages with the locating hole (4) in the dr
this has happened it will not be possible to twist the drive shaft.
•
Secure the drive shaft by tightening the clamping wing nut (2).
TRANSPORTATION
•
Never transport the multi-
tool with the engine running. An engine that's
running could be accidently accelerated causing the chain to rotate.
•
Make sure the scabbard is in place when transporting the pruner.
•
When carrying by hand, the bar ch
2
1
ATTACHING THE TOOLS TO THE DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
Rest the power unit/shaft assembly on a flat firm surface.
Ensure that the clamping wing nut (2) is loose, pull out locator
pin (1).
Carefully fit attachment dri e shaft assembly (5) into coupler (3).
After the attachment dri e shaft is in the coupler, release the locator pin (1).
Turn the attachment dri e shaft until the locator pin engages with the locating hole (4) in the dr
this has happened it will not be possible to twist the dri e shaft.
Secure the dri e shaft by tightening the clamping wing nut (2).
tool with the engine running. An engine that's
running could be accidently accelerated causing the chain to rotate.
Make sure the scabbard is in place when transporting the pruner.
When carrying by hand, the bar ch
ain should be pointing backward.
1
5 4
Turn the attachment drive shaft until the locator pin engages with the locating hole (4) in the dr
ive shaft, when
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OPERATION
TWO-STROKE FUEL
• Fuel is very flammable. Do not smoke or bring any flame or s arks near fuel.
• Always sto the engine and allow it to cool before refuelling.
• Refuel outdoors on bare ground, restart engine at least 5m away from the refuelling
sto .
• The engine is lubricated by oil mixed into etrol. Pre are a mixture of unleaded etrol
and semi-synthetic two-stroke oil that meets the s ecifications of: API TC, ISO-L-EGC,
JASO FC (Low Smoke) oil.
Recommended mixing ratio is 40:1
•FUEL WITH NO OIL (RAW PETROL) will cause severe damage to t e engine w ic is not covered by
manufacturer's warranty.
• Use fresh, unleaded petrol (95 RON) and semi-synthetic oil specially made for high performance two-stroke
engines Mix in a ratio of 40 arts etrol to 1 art of oil
• By using two-stroke oil specially made for two-stroke engines you will reduce the formation of ash and carbon
deposits on the spark plug, piston, exhaust muffler and cylinder as well as reducing emissions of harmful
exhaust gases
• Oil FOR 4-CYCLE ENGINES should not be used as two-stroke lubrication oil as it can cause fouling of the spark
plug, exhaust port blocking, piston ring sticking and other internal engine damage
FUEL STORAGE
• Mixed two-stroke fuel which has been left unused for a period of one month or more may damage
the carburettor and result in the engine failing to start or operate correctly
• When storing the multi-tool for a period of more than one month, empty the fuel tank, and run the engine to
empty the carburettor of fuel
• Two-stroke fuel can cause deterioration of rubber and/or plastic components during prolonged
storage
• It is important to only use good quality, fresh fuel mix
FUELLING
• Shake the fuel container to thoroughly mix the two-stroke oil and petrol
• Clean dirt from around the fuel cap before removing
• Pour two-stroke fuel into the fuel tank with a filtered funnel, up to 80% of the fuel tanks capacity
• Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely Spilled fuel must be wiped away from the multi-tool before starting
the engine
• Move at least 5m away from the refuelling area before restarting the engine
• When refilling the tank, always turn off the engine and allow it to cool down Take a
careful look around to make sure that there are no sparks or naked flames anywhere
nearby before refuelling
Kee clear of the cutting head as it may start moving when the engine starts.

STARTING THE ENGINE
• CAUTION
do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is
extended, this can damage the starter mechanism.
COLD ENGINE STARTING
•
Rest the unit on a flat, firm surface. Keep the
may start moving when starting the engine.
•
Push the air purge bulb Fig 32 until fuel is visible in the clear return fuel line.
Fig 32 air purge bulb
clear tube
• ove the c
hoke lever to the closed
•
Set the ignition switch Fig 35 to the
•
Slowly pull the recoil starter handle until engagement of the pawls with the flywheel is felt.
• While holding the unit, pull out
the starter rope firmly until engine fires (indicated by a ‘cough’from the
engine).
•
ove the choke lever to the open position
•
Pull the starter rope until the engine starts.
•
Allow the engine to warm up before use. When cutting, always use the
Fig 33
Fig 35
do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is
extended, this can damage the starter mechanism.
Rest the unit on a flat, firm surface. Keep the
cutting head off the ground and
clear of surrounding objects as it
may start mo ing when starting the engine.
Push the air purge bulb Fig 32 until fuel is isible in the clear return fuel line.
clear tube
hoke le er to the closed
position Fig 33.
Set the ignition switch Fig 35 to the
START ( I ) position.
Slowly pull the recoil starter handle until engagement of the pawls with the flywheel is felt.
the starter rope firmly until engine fires (indicated by a ‘cough’from the
Mo e the choke le er to the open position
Fig 34.
Pull the starter rope until the engine starts.
Allow the engine to warm up before use. When cutting, always use the
machine on full throttle.
Fig 34
do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is
clear of surrounding objects as it
the starter rope firmly until engine fires (indicated by a ‘cough’from the
machine on full throttle.

HOT ENGINE STARTING
•
Set the ignition switch Fig 35 to the
•
Pull the starter rope until the engine starts.
•
If the engine does not start after 5 pulls, use the cold start procedure.
OVERCHOKING
•
Should
the engine become flooded due to over
unscrew the spark plug, wipe it dry or replace, pull the recoil starter several times without the spark plug in
place and with the choke in the open
STOPPING THE ENGINE
•
Set the engine to idling by releasing the throttle lever.
• Set the ignition switch to the
STOP (O)
•
If the engine fails to stop, set the choke lever to
until the ignition switch is repaired.
•
RUNNING IN
•
During the first ten hours of work, avoid running the engine at maximu
the components have bedded in.
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT
•
After ever use, check that all nuts, bolts and screws are securel fastened and tighten if necessar .
FUEL FILTER
• Every 15 hours of operation,
using a wire hook, take the fuel filter from the fuel tank Fig 36 and clean or
replace with a new fuel filter.
Fig 36
fuel filter
Set the ignition switch Fig 35 to the
START ( I ) position.
Pull the starter rope until the engine starts.
If the engine does not start after 5 pulls, use the cold start procedure.
the engine become flooded due to o er
-choking set the ignition switch to the
STOP (O)
unscrew the spark plug, wipe it dry or replace, pull the recoil starter se eral times without the spark plug in
place and with the choke in the open
position. This will help clean and entilate the combustion chamber.
Set the engine to idling by releasing the throttle le er.
STOP (O)
position Fig 35.
If the engine fails to stop, set the choke le er to
the closed position to stall the engine; do not use the machine
until the ignition switch is repaired.
During the first ten hours of work, a oid running the engine at maximu
m speed for a prolonged
After the engine has been run-in, it will reach its
maximum power.
After every use, check that all nuts, b lts and screws are securely fastened and tighten if necessary.
using a wire hook, take the fuel filter from the fuel tank Fig 36 and clean or
Fig 37
STOP (O)
position ig 35,
unscrew the spark plug, wipe it dry or replace, pull the recoil starter several times without the spark plug in
position. This will help clean and ventilate the combustion chamber.
the closed position to stall the engine; do not use the machine
m speed for a prolonged
period until all
maximum power.
After every use, check that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened and tighten if necessary.
using a wire hook, take the fuel filter from the fuel tank ig 36 and clean or

SPARK PLUG
•
Poor starting or misfiring is often caused by a fouled or defective spark plug, clean and reset
0.65 mm, or replace the spark plug with
AIR FILTER
• Before using the multi-
tool, check the air filter Fig 39
•
Remove the air filter cover by undoing the cover screw Fig 38, clean the filter element in warm, soapy water,
dry completely before installing. If the element is broken or shrunk, replace with a new one.
FIG 38 AIR FILTER COVER SCREW
CARBURETTOR
•
The carburettor mixture setting has been set at the factory and will not need adjusting.
•
Adjusting the idle speed Fig 40. If adjustment is necessary turn the
move, then turn the screw T
anticlockwise until the blades stop.
Fig 40 T screw
•
••
•
If the idle speed cannot be adjusted to stop the cutting head
before use.
Poor starting or misfiring is often caused by a fouled or defecti e spark plug, clean and reset
0.65 mm, or replace the spark plug with
NGK: BPRM7A as necessary Fig 37.
tool, check the air filter Fig 39
. Being clogged
will reduce the engine performance.
Remo e the air filter co er by undoing the co er screw Fig 38, clean the filter element in warm, soapy water,
dry completely before installing. If the element is broken or shrunk, replace with a new one.
FIG 38 AIR FILTER COVER SCREW
Fig 39 AIR FILTER
The carburettor mixture setting has been set at the factory and will not need adjusting.
Adjusting the idle speed Fig 40. If adjustment is necessary turn the
T
screw clock wise until the blades start to
anticlockwise until the blades stop.
If the idle speed cann t be adjusted t st p the cutting head
m ving at idle, c ntact y ur dealer f r repair
Poor starting or misfiring is often caused by a fouled or defective spark plug, clean and reset
the gap to
will reduce the engine performance.
Remove the air filter cover by undoing the cover screw ig 38, clean the filter element in warm, soapy water,
dry completely before installing. If the element is broken or shrunk, replace with a new one.
screw clock wise until the blades start to
moving at idle, contact your dealer for re air

Fig 41 SAFETY LOCK,
THROTTLE LEVER
SAFETY LOCK
•
The safety lock is to prevent the throttle lever from accidentally
•
The throttle lever, Fig 41, can only be pressed in if the safety lock is held down.
•
Check if the safety lock and throttle lever returns to its original position and the engine returns to idling when
you release your hand from the handle.
• Any
defects contact your nearest service agent for repairs before using the machine.
STORAGE
•
••
•
Remove the spark plug, pour a small amount of oil into the cylinder. Rotate the crankshaft several times
using the starting rope in order to distribute the oil.
•
••
•
Remove the fuel from the machine.
GEAR CASE
• Remove the bolt A
on the gear case Fig 42, top up the gearbox using Lithium grease and refit the bolt.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
Fig 42 Bolt A
Fig 41 SAFETY LOCK,
THROTTLE LEVER
The safety lock is to pre ent the throttle le er from accidentally
being engaged.
The throttle le er, Fig 41, can only be pressed in if the safety lock is held down.
Check if the safety lock and throttle le er returns to its original position and the engine returns to idling when
you release your hand from the handle.
defects contact your nearest ser ice agent for repairs before using the machine.
Remo e the spark plug, pour a small amount of oil into the cylinder. Rotate the crankshaft se eral times
using the starting rope in order to distribute the oil.
Put the spark plug back in.
Remo e the fuel from the machine.
on the gear case Fig 42, top up the gearbox using Lithium grease and refit the bolt.
Check if the safety lock and throttle lever returns to its original position and the engine returns to idling when
Remove the spark plug, pour a small amount of oil into the cylinder. Rotate the crankshaft several times
on the gear case ig 42, top up the gearbox using Lithium grease and refit the bolt.