Maruyama BCV5020 Owner's manual

GB Owner’s/Operator’s Manual
ES Manual del usuario
PT Manual de Proprietário/ Usuário
Completely read and understand this manual before using this product.
Lea hasta el final y comprenda este manual antes de utilizar el producto.
Leia até ao fim e conheça o manual antes de utilizar este produto.
GB: English (Page GB-1-22) ES: Espanor (Pájina ES-1-21) PT: Portguese (Pájina PT-1-22)
Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer
Desbrozadoras y Cortadoras de hierba
Motorroçadoiras e Corta-relvas
BCV5020

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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 Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
It is essential that any operator of this Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer reads and understands the contents this
manual before using the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
For additional assistance, contact any local authorized MARUYAMA dealer.
Contents
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Foreword ……………………………………………
Contents ……………………………………………
Product Description
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Safety Instructions …………………………………
Operator safety
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Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer safety
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Fuel safety
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Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer Operating safety
Symbol explanation ……………………………
Assembly ……………………………………………
Horn Handle Installation ………………………
Installing Guard
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Installing Cutting Attachment
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Installing Blade Cover …………………………
Attaching Shoulder Harness
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Before Operation …………………………………
Oil and Fuel ……………………………………
Mixing Gasoline and Oil
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Starting and Stopping
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Idle Speed Adjustment
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Operation ……………………………………………
Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer Operating Position
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Folding procedure ……………………………
Cutting with Nylon Trimmer Line
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Cutting Direction of Brushcutter Blade
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Cutting Blades
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Maintenance ………………………………………
Air Filter
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Fuel Filter ………………………………………
Spark Plug
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Gearcase
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General Cleaning and Tightening ……
Storage
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Troubleshooting ……………………………
Specifications
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Technical data
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Product Description
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.
Safety Decals
ON ENGINE
(Part No. 265694)
Approved EC emission
ON ENGINE
(
Part No. 287405)
ON SHAFT
(Part No. 223188)
ON SHAFT
(Part No. 225382)
1. Gearcase
2. Shaft Assembly
3. Safety Decal
4. Model Name
5. Horn Handle
6. Throttle Trigger and
Stop Switch
7. Attachment fitting for
Shoulder Harness
8. Clutch Drum Housing
9. Engine
10. Air Filter
11. Fuel Tank
12. Throttle Cable and
Stop Switch Wires
13. Handle grip
14. Shoulder Harness
15. Cutting Attachment
Guard
16. Blade
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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.
Operator safety
1. Read and understand this Manual before using the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
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 Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer 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.
Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer safety
1. Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting attachment has completely stopped rotating before
inverting the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer, performing maintenance on or working on the machine.
2. Make sure the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer is assembled correctly and that the cutting attachment is
correctly installed and securely fastened as instructed in the Assembly section.
3. Inspect the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer 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 Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
6. Make sure the cutting attachment is installed and positioned correctly before using the
Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
7. Never use a cutting attachment or replacement parts that are not approved by MARUYAMA.
CAUTIONWARNINGDANGER
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

―GB-4 ―
8. Maintain the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer 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 Brush-
cutter/ Grass Trimmer to your servicing MARUYAMA dealer for repair.
Fuel safety
1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully. Use a container approved
for fuel for storing gasoline 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 Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer, or while using the Brushcutter/ Grass
Trimmer.
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 Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer at least 3m away from the fueling location before starting the
engine.
7. Do not remove the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer 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 Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer away from open flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make
sure fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, furnaces, electric motors,
etc.
Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer Operating safety
1. THIS BRUSHCUTTER/GRASS TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the inst-
ructions carefully. Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer.
2. Never allow children to operate the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer. It is not a toy. Never allow adults to
operate the unit without first reading this Operator’s Manual.
3. Avoid using the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer near rocks, gravel, stones and similar material that
would cause harmful missiles.
4. Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a15m radius from the operator and Brushcutter/
GrassTrimmer.
5. If you are approached while operating the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer, stop the engine and cutting
attachment rotation.
6. Use the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer only in daylight or good artificial light.
7. Never operate the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer 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 muffler.
9. When cutting heavy brush or small trees, always swing the Brushcutter from right to left to prevent
kick-back.
10. Keep a firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Brushcutter/ Grass Trimmer for any job that is not
recommended by MARUYAMA.