Masport BCL330 User manual

BRUSHCUTTER & LINE TRIMMER
(BCL330 & BCL440)
Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT
To reduce risk of fire, burn hazard or other injury, please read these instructions carefully
before assembling, operating and maintaining this machine. Keep this instruction manual in
a safe place for future use.
This manual covers the Morrison Brushcutter & Line Trimmer (models BCL330 & BCL440).
www.morrisonoutdoor.com Part No: 549595.A.0
Revised June 2017

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS 2
INTRODUCTION 4
SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE 4
PROPER USE 5
WORKING GEAR AND CLOTHING
......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FUEL HANDLING WARNING
......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
PARTS LOCATION 5
LINE TRIMMER BCL330 ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
LINE TRIMMER BCL440 ................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
BRUSH CUTTER BCL440 .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 7
BEFORE BEGINING ANY WORK................................................................................................................................................................... 7
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................................................................................ 7
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
SAFETY MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
TRANSPORTATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
ASSEMBLY 8
BCL 440 INSTALLING THE HANDLE BARS ................................................................................................................................................. 8
INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD............................................................................................................................................................... 8
INSTALLING THE BLADE............................................................................................................................................................................... 8
INSTALLING THE NYLON CUTTER HEAD ................................................................................................................................................... 8
FUEL 8
OPERATING 9
STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
STOPPING THE ENGINE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 9
FITTING THE HARNESS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
CUTTING USING THE METAL BLADE .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
CUTTING WITH THE NYLON CUTTER ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
MAINTENANCE 9
BLADE............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
NYLON CUTTERS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
CHANGING THE SPOOL................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
AIR CLEANER............................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
FUEL FILTER................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
SPARK PLUG ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
COOLING AIR INTAKE VENT....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
GEAR CASE ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
MUFFLER...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
MAINTENANCE BEFORE STORAGE .......................................................................................................................................................... 11
SPECIFICATIONS 12

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WARNING!
Do not operate this machine before it has been
assembled correctly and you have read and
understood these instructions.
Keep the instructions in a safe place for future use.
Symbols on the Machine
THREATENED HAZARD OR
HAZARDOUS SITUATION.
Not observing this instruction can
lead to injuries or cause damage to
property.
WEAR EYE, EAR & HEAD
PROTECTION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON
PROPER HANDLING.
Not observing this instruction can
lead to faults in the machine. 2800 min-1
no
IDLE RPM
USER INFORMATION.
This information helps you to use
all the functions correctly.
WEAR SAFETY BOOTS
READ OWNERS MANUAL ALWAYS USE SAFETY GUARD
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GUARD
15m(50ft)
HAZARD AREA 15M RADIUS
CHOKE CLOSED
5400/min
LINE HEAD RPM
CHOKE OPEN
6500/min
METAL BALDE RPM
WEAR SAFETY GLOVES
INTRODUCTION
This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and
enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and
operate.
This product is only intended for use outdoors.
PROPER USE
For safety reasons, the Brushcutters and Line Trimmers are not to be used
by children, young people under 16 years of age, or any other persons
who are not acquainted with these directions for use.
WARNING!
Specific safety information Please read this safety
information and the directions for use carefully and be
sure to follow the instructions to the letter.
1. This machine should never be used for anything other than the
purpose for which it has been designed.
2. Do not use this brush cutter when tired or drowsy or under the
influence of medication or alcohol, or at any time when you may not
be able to operate it safely.
3. Avoid running the engine indoors. The exhaust gases contain harmful
carbon monoxide.
4. Never use the machine in the circumstances described below:
- When the ground is slippery or when other conditions exist which
might make your footing unsteady.
- At night or in times of fog where it would not be possible to have a
clear view of the cutting area.
- During rain or electrical storms, during gale force winds or at any
time when weather conditions might make use of the product
unsafe.
5. Before using this product for the first time, get an experienced
operator to show you how to use the machine.
6. When you are new to the machine, limit your work sessions to 30-40
minutes with a 10 minute break between, and a total working time of
2 hours per day. Accidents can be caused by tiredness and physical
exhaustion.
7. Be sure to keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later if
any questions arise.
8. Always be sure to include this manual when selling, or lending, this
machine.
9. Never allow children or anyone to use this machine if they cannot
fully understand the directions given in this manual.
WORKING GEAR AND CLOTHING
1. When using your brush cutter, you should wear long, close fitting
trousers and protective equipment as follows.
(1) Helmet
(2) Protection goggles or face protector
(3) Thick work gloves
(4) Non-slip-sole work boots
(5) Ear protectors
2. You should carry with you the following things as appropriate.
A. Reserve fuel
B. A spare blade
C. Something to indicate your working area. (Yellow rope, warning
signs)
D. Hatchet or saw (for removal of obstacles)
5. Never use your brush cutter when barefoot or in sandals or wearing
trousers with loose cuffs.
FUEL HANDLING WARNING
1. The engine of this product is designed to run on a mixture of highly
flammable petrol and oil. Do not store cans of fuel or refill the fuel
tank in any place where there is a boiler, stove, wood fire, electrical or
welding sparks, or any other source of heat or fire which might ignite
the fuel.
2. Smoking while operating the brush cutter or refilling its fuel tank is
extremely dangerous. Always be sure to keep lit cigarettes away from
the brush cutter at all times.
3. When refilling the tank always turn off the engine first, wait for it
to cool, and take a careful look around to make sure that there is
nothing nearby which might ignite spilled fuel.
4. To avoid spilling fuel, always use a funnel when filling the fuel tank.
5. If any fuel spillage occurs during refuelling, use a dry rag to wipe up
the spillage before starting the engine again.
6. After refuelling, screw the fuel cap back tightly onto the fuel tank and
then carry the brushcutter to a spot 3m or more away from where it
was refuelled before starting the engine.
Parts Location
LINE TRIMMER BCL330
3
57
9
15
2
4
6
8
14
1Blade
2Drive Shaft Assembly
3Throttle lever
4Ignition switch
5Safety lever
6Handle
7Harness attachment bracket
8Fuel cap
9Fuel Tank
10 Air clear
11 Primer bulb
12 Choke
13 Starter Handle
14 Guard
15 Line cuttng blade

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LINE TRIMMER BCL440
3
57
9
15
2
4
6
8
14
1Blade
2Drive Shaft Assembly
3Throttle lever
4Ignition switch
5Safety lever
6Handle
7Harness attachment bracket
8Fuel cap
9Fuel Tank
10 Air clear
11 Primer bulb
12 Choke
13 Starter Handle
14 Guard
15 Line cuttng blade
BRUSH CUTTER BCL440
3 5
7
9
15
2
4
6 8
14
1Blade
2Drive Shaft Assembly
3Throttle lever
4Ignition switch
5Safety lever
6Handle
7Harness attachment bracket
8Fuel cap
9Fuel Tank
10 Air clear
11 Primer bulb
12 Choke
13 Starter Handle
14 Guard
15 Line cuttng blade
Safety Precautions
BEFORE BEGINING ANY WORK
1. Before beginning work, check the worksite carefully to see whether
there are any obstacles to be removed or avoided and whether there
are any potholes or obstructions which might cause you to lose your
footing.
2. The area within a radius of 15m of the brush cutter should be
considered a hazardous area into which no one should enter while
the brush cutter is in use. If necessary, yellow warning rope or
warning signs should be placed around the work area. When work is
to be performed simultaneously by two or more persons, constantly
be aware of the location of other operators to maintain a safe
separation distance.
3. Make sure that there are no loose screws or bolts, fuel leaks or any
other problems, which might result in unsafe operation. Be especially
careful to check the blades and their fastening arrangements.
4. Never use blades that are bent, warped, cracked, broken or
damaged in any way.
5. Always keep metal blades sharp by filing the cutting edges,
particularly at the outer ends. There should be a radius at the inside
end of the cutting edge.
6. Check the blade fastening bolt and be sure the blade turns smoothly
without abnormal noise.
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Take a careful look around to make sure that there are no obstacles
within a radius of 15m around the brush cutter.
2. Place the body of the brush cutter onto the ground in a flat clear area
and hold it firmly in place to ensure that the blades will not contact
anything when the engine starts.
3. Place the trigger grip in the START position when starting the engine.
Do not start the engine at full speed. (See STARTING THE ENGINE,
page 8.)
4. After starting the engine, if the blades continue to rotate when the
trigger grip has been released to the idle position, turn off the engine
and check that the trigger grip cable is functioning correctly.
KICKBACK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING!
A dangerous reaction may occur if the spinning blade
contacts a solid object. It is called kick back. As a result, the
operator can lose control of the unit, resulting in a serious
accident.
To avoid kick back, observe the following safety precautions:
1. Before beginning work, check your working area and remove any
obstacles.
2. Grip your brushcutter only by the handles.
3. When using your brushcutter, always look closely at where you are
cutting. If you need to look away, set the engine to idling speed.
4. When the engine is running, always keep the cutter head well away
from your feet, and never lift it above waist level.
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Grip the brush cutter firmly with both hands, using the correct\ hand
positions. When not cutting, set the engine speed to idling.
2. Always be sure to maintain a safe footing while working.
3. Run the engine no faster than the speed required to cut cleanly.
4. If grass gets caught in the blade during operation, or if you need
to check the unit or refuel the tank, always be sure to turn off the
engine.
5. If the blade touches a hard object like a stone, immediately stop the
engine and check the blade. If necessary, replace the blade by new
one.
6. If someone calls out while you are working, always be sure to turn off
the engine before turning around.
7. Never touch the spark plug or plug cord while the engine is running.
Doing so may result in receiving an electrical shock.
8. Never touch the muffler, spark plug, or other metallic parts of the
engine while the engine is running or immediately after shutting down
the engine as serious burns may result.
9. Stop the engine when moving from one work location to another.
SAFETY MAINTENANCE
1. Perform the regular maintenance procedures described in this
manual. Repair and maintenance procedures other than those
detailed in this manual should be carried out only by an authorised
service dealer.
2. Under no circumstances should you take apart the brushcutter or
alter it in any way. Doing so can result in damage to the machine,
and may negate the manufacturer warranty.
3. Always be sure to turn off the engine before performing any
maintenance or checking procedures.
4. To prevent injury when sharpening, removing, or reattaching the
blade, be sure to wear thick, sturdy gloves and use only proper tools
and equipment.
5. When replacing the blade or any other parts, always be sure to use
only genuine MORRISON spares.
TRANSPORTATION
NOTE:
1. If a metal cutting blade is fitted, wrap it with a
cloth to cover the sharp cutting edges.
2. When transporting by car, fix the unit firmly
using a rope. It is dangerous to transport the
brushcutter by cycle or motorcycle.
3. When travelling distances or over rough roads,
fuel may spill from the tank. To avoid this, empty
the tank before the journey.

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Assembly
BCL 440 INSTALLING THE HANDLE BARS
Install the handle in bracket. Place handle in a comfortable operating
position and tighten lockscrew.
INSTALLING THE SAFETY GUARD
Install the safety cover on the shaft with the safety cover bracket and the
screws provided.
Tighten the screws after setting the safety cover bracke at the appropriate
position.
GEAR CASE
SHIELD
WARNING!
Do not operate this unit without a safety guard, if the safety
guard is damaged replace immediately. Do not continue with
a damaged guard.
INSTALLING THE BLADE
Install holder A, the tri-blade, holder B, and teeth washer, in this order, and
then clamp with a left-hand thread net.
Align hole of gear case and holder A, and insert S=4mm bar wrench.
Rotate blade-fastening nut with plug box wrench in counter clockwise
direction until securely tightened.
Install the pin 2x6 and disjoin it.
WARNING!
EXCESSIVE VIBRATION - STOP ENGINE IMMEDIATELY
Excessive vibration of the blade means that it is not properly
installed. Stop engine immediately and check blade. Blade
not properly installed can cause injury.
Use only original cutting equipment parts when servicing the
unit.
INSTALLING THE NYLON CUTTER HEAD
Align hole in adapter plate with hole in shaft and install locking tool.
Thread cutter head onto shaft (turning it clockwise) until it is tight. Remove
locking tool.
Fuel
1. Petrol is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or
sparks near fuel.
2. Wipe up all spills before starting the engine.
WARNING!
Stop the engine and allow it cool before refuelling the unit.
WARNING!
Keep open flames away from the area where fuel is handled
or stored.
3. Use only oil intended for 2 stroke air cooled engine use. Other oils
can cause spark plug fouling, exhaust port blocking, or piston ring
sticking.
IMPORTANT!
Fuel mixtures which have been left unused for an extended
period may clog the carburettor or cause hard starting. Store
unused fuel in an air-tight container in a cool place.
E
FUEL
FLAMMABLE
FUEL
4. Fuel mixtures which have been left unused for an extended period
may clog the carburettor or cause hard starting. Store unused fuel in
an air-tight container in a cool place.
5. Mix a regular grade petrol (leaded or unleaded) and a good quality
two stroke engine oil for air cooled engines. Shake them together in
a clean container to ensure thorough mixing before pouring into the
fuel tank. Do not use plastic containers not specifically designed for
use with petrol.
6. Mixing ratio chart:
Unleaded
Gasoline
2 cycle
mineral oil
25:1
2 cycle semi-
synthetic oil
40:1
2 cycle
synthetic oil
50:1
1 L 40mL 25mL 20mL
4 L 160mL 100mL 80mL
5 L 200mL 125mL 100mL
10 L 400mL 250mL 200mL
FUEL
1L
liOl m04
Operating
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, inspect the entire unit for loose fittings or fuel
leaks, and verify that the cutting attachment is properly installed and
securely fastened.
Place the unit on a flat, firm place. Keep the cutting head clear of any
obstructions.
1. Check that there is fuel in the tank and that the fuel cap is screwed
on tightly.
1) Cap
2) Fuel tank
2. When starting a cold engine move the choke lever (behind the air
cleaner cover) to the closed position.
1) Choke lever
2) Closed
3) Open
3. If the engine has been running and is still warm, move the choke
lever to the open position.
4. Press the priming bulb under the carburettor repeatedly until excess
fuel can be seen returning to the tank through the clear fuel return
pipe.
5. Slide the ignition switch (3) on the trigger grip away from the STOP
position (See Diagram .C on the next column).
6. To set the throttle in the start position.
- Depress the safety lever (4)
- Squeeze the throttle lever (1) fully.Hold down the starting button
(3) while releasing the throttle lever.
- The throttle lever will be held partly open until it is squeezed again.
1) Throttle lever
2) Ignition Switch
3) Starting button.
4) Safety Lever
Diagram .C
7. While holding the unit firmly, pull out the starter rope quickly.
8. After the engine has started, open the choke gradually.
9. Allow the engine to run for 2 to 3 minutes to warm up before
starting work.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Release the throttle lever.
2. Slide the ignition switch on the trigger grip to the STOP position.
FITTING THE HARNESS
IMPORTANT!
The harness must always be used as the machine cannot be
operated safely without it.
Diagram .B
CUTTING USING THE METAL BLADE
1) For shrubs & thick weeds
2) For grass and weeds
3) Direction of cutting
4) Direction of rotation
1. A metal blade cuts best with a swathe up to one third of the cutter
diameter. Use that area for cutting shrubs, tough and thick weeds.
For cutting young grass, you can use up to two thirds of the cutter
diameter.
2. Adjust the engine speed according to the material being cut. Cut the
young grass at middle speed, and shrubs or tough and thick weeds
at high speed.
IMPORTANT!
If the cutting speed is too low, debris can be caught
up in the blade, and if this causes the clutch to slip it
will wear out quickly.
CUTTING WITH THE NYLON CUTTER
• Cutting with the nylon cord consumes more power so the
engine speed should be 50% greater than when using the
metal blade.
• The nylon cord cuts the grass by meeting it at high speed. If you take
too wide a swathe you may slow down the engine and not get clean
cutting. To correct this, retract the cutter from the grass until the
engine regains full speed and then cut using a narrower swathe.
• After a time the nylon cord will wear away. To restore the full cutting
diameter, simply bump the cutter head on the ground while it is
running at full speed. The cords will extend automatically and will be
trimmed to the correct length by the cord trimmer blade mounted on
the guard.
• Cut grass by swinging the brushcutter from left to right. While
you can cut in either direction, if you follow these suggestions the cut
grass will be thrown away from you, and you will avoid getting your
clothes dirty.
Maintenance
BLADE
• Sharpen each cutting edge and make sure the inside corner is
rounded to reduce the risk of cracking.
• Do not quench the blade with water if you are using a grinder as it
may start cracks in the blade.
• The 3 tooth blade may be inverted to utilise a fresh set of cutting
edges.
NYLON CUTTERS
The spools of nylon cord inside these bump-feed cutter heads will
eventually need replacing. While the change can be made with the cutter
head on the machine, it will be more convenient to remove the cutter
head.
CHANGING THE SPOOL
Push the locking latch located laterally on the spool housing (see picture,
action 1). Then turn the cover clockwise by about 1.5 cm (see picture,
action 2). This will unlock the cover and it can be removed. Now remove
the Tap’n go button and then the used-up spool from the spool housing.
Pass the two line ends of the new spool th rough the eyelets in the spool
housing as shown in the picture . The line ends still stay clamped in the
two transpo rt clamps pf the spool.

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Put the line spool in the spool housing. Please turn the spool such that the
clamped line ends are located directly in front of the eyelets of the spool
housing. Make sure that the spring is properly seated under the spool.
Now put the Tap’n go button back on the spool. Then place the cover
onto the 4 guiding pins and lock it in place by turning it anti-clockwise by
about 1.5cm. Now vigorously pull on both line ends at the same time. This
will loosen them from the transport clamps of the spool. The cutting head
is now ready for operation.
You may also coil up the line yourself. If you do so, use the required line
with a diameter of 2.5 mm only.
Use 2 separate lines with a length of about 2.1m each.To fix the line ends
the spool has 2 eyelets. Put the end of each thread into an eyelet. Put the
line into the eyelet in the direction of the arrow as shown on the bottom
side of the spool. Put each line end in by about 2cm. Now grab both lines
with one hand and concurrently coil them up in the direction of the arrow.
Finally, fix the line ends by putting each in one of the transport clamps
as shown in the picture. The spool can now be installed. Proceed as
described above to install the spool.
NOTE:
both nylon cords need to be wound in the
same direction.
AFTER 25 HOURS USE
AIR CLEANER
Check the filter element and clean it in warm, soapy water as
required. Dry completely before installing. If the element is
broken or shrunk, replace with a new one.
1) Air Cleaner element.
A clogged air filter will increase fuel consumption and cut
down the engine power.
IMPORTANT!
If you operate the brushcutter without the air filter or
with a deformed filter element it will quickly ruin the
engine.
FUEL FILTER
Take the filter out of the fuel tank using a small wire hook. Disconnect the
filter assembly from the fuel pipe and unhook the retainer to disassemble
it. Clean the components with petrol.
A clogged fuel filter will reduce the power of the engine.
SPARK PLUG
IMPORTANT!
Remove and inspect the spark plug and clean the
electrodes as necessary with wire brush.
The spark gap should be adjusted to 0.6~0.7mm. If a new spark
plug is fitted it must be the same type as the original one.
COOLING AIR INTAKE VENT
• Check the cooling air intake vent and the area around the cylinder
cooling fins, and remove any waste which has attached itself to the
brushcutter.
• Failing to keep the air path clear could cause the muffler to become
overheated, and this in turn could cause the brushcutter to catch on
fire.
GEAR CASE
• Remove the screw from the side of the gearbox.
• Remove the cutter and the inner flange to allow old grease to exit.
• Using a grease gun, supply multi-purpose grease after every 25
hours of use.
AFTER 100 HOURS USE
MUFFLER
1. Remove the muffler, insert a screwdriver into the vent, and scrape
away any carbon buildup. Scrape away any carbon build-up on the
muffler exhaust vent at the same time.
2. Tighten all screws, bolts, and fittings.
3. Undo the four socket screws holding the engine to the housing at
the top of the main tube and check to see if any oil or grease has
worked its way in between the clutch lining and drum If it has, wipe it
away using oil-free, lead-free petrol.
IMPORTANT!
ADJUSTING THE CARBURETTOR
A wrong adjustment may cause damage to your unit. If the
engine does not run well after adjusting the carburettor,
please contact your service agent.
Adjustments & service are not covered by warranty.
IDLE ADJUSTMENT SCREW
The horizontal screw (1) contacting the side of the butterfly lever arm on
top of the carburettor adjusts the idling speed. If you turn right (clockwise),
idle speed increases, and left (counterclockwise) it decreases. Adjust the
speed if the blade continues to rotate when the engine is idling, or if the
engine stops when you release the throttle lever.
1) Idle adjustment screw
2) Choke lever
3) Throttle cable
MAINTENANCE BEFORE STORAGE
1. Clean the machine down thoroughly and inspect for any wear or
damage. If you find any, have it corrected so the machine will be
ready for use next time.
2. Empty the fuel from the tank. If the engine will start, run it until it
stops from lack of fuel.
3. Remove the spark plug and put in 1~2 drops of 2-cycle oil in the
engine. Pull the starter rope 2~3 times and then replace the spark
plug.
4. Apply anti-rust oil to the metal parts such as the throttle wire, put the
cover on the blade, and store it indoors, avoiding dampness.

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Copyright © 2017 Morrison
Morrison, a division of Masport Limited
1-37 Mt Wellington Highway
Panmure
Auckland 1060
New Zealand
P: 0800 627 767 (New Zealand)
P: 1300 366 225 (Australia)
Specifications
Line Trimmer BCL330 Line Trimmer BCL440 Brush Cutter BCL440
Engine displacement 32.5cm³ 43cm³ 43cm³
Power 0.9kw 1.3kw 1.3kw
Idling Speed 3000r/min±200 3000r/min±200 3000r/min±200
Cutting Width - Blade 255mm 255mm 255mm
Cutting Width - Line Trimmer 440mm 440mm 440mm
Fuel Tank Volume 1L 1.2L 1.2L
Shaft Tube Length 1500mm 1500mm 1500mm
Shaft Tube Diameter 26mm 26mm 26mm
Handle Loop “J” type Bull Bar