Ryobi RLT30CESA User manual

N197
RLT30CESA
Important! It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before mounting and
operating this machine.
Subject to technical modifications.
STRING TRIMMER / BRUSHCUTTER
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
RLT30CESA / RBC30SESA
RBC30SESA

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SYMBOLS
N197
Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SYMBOLS NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates danger, warning or caution. it means attention!!!
Your safety is involved.
Read Your Operator's Manual Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to
potential safety concerns as well as operating and servicing
information. Please read all the information carefully to ensure
satification and safe use.
Wear eye, hearing Wear eye, hearing and head protection when operating this
and head protection equipment.
Keep bystanders away Keep all bystanders at least 15m (50 ft) away.
Ricochet Danger of Ricochet.
Tri-Arc blade Tri-Arc blade is appropriate for this unit and is suited for cutting
pulpy weeds and vines.
Do not use toothed blade This unit is not intended for use with a toothed saw type blade.
RPM Decal Rotational direction and maximum speed of the shaft for the
cutting attachment.
Boots Wear non-slip safety footwear when using this equipment.
Gloves Wear non-slip, heavy-duty gloves.
No Smoking Do not smoke when mixing fuel or filling fuel tank.
Petrol Use unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an
octane rarting of 87([R+M]/2) or higher.
Lubricant Use 2-stroke lubricant for air cooled engines.
Mix Petrol and Lubricant Mix the fuel mix thoroughly and also each time before refuelling.
Switch On/Off Switch
I = ON to Run
O = OFF to Stop
Conforms to all regulatory standards in the country in the EU
where the product is purchased.

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SYMBOLS
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge
and should be performed only by a qualified service
technician. For service we suggest you return the product
to your nearest AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTER for
repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOLS NAME EXPLANATION
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt
to use this product until you read thoroughly and
understand completely the operator’s manual.
Save this operator’s manual and review frequently
for continuing safe operation and instructing
others who may use this product.

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nFor safe operation, read and understand all
instructions before using the trimmer/brushcutter.
Follow all safety instructions. Failure to follow all
safety instructions listed below, can result in serious
personal injury.
nDo not allow children or untrained individuals to use
this unit.
nNever start or run the engine in a closed or poorly
ventilated area; breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
nClear the work area before each use. Remove all
objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
or string which can be thrown or become entangled in
the string head or blade.
nWear full eye and hearing protection while operating
this unit.
nWear heavy long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, shorts, jewellery of any
kind, or use with bare feet.
nSecure long hair so it is above shoulder level to
prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
nKeep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m
away.
nDo not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
nDo not operate in poor lighting.
nKeep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
Overreaching can result in loss of balance or
exposure to hot surfaces.
nKeep all parts of your body away from any moving part.
nDo not touch area around the muffler or cylinder of
the trimmer/brushcutter, these parts get hot from
operation.
nAlways stop the engine and remove the spark plug
wire before making any adjustments or repairs except
for carburetor adjustments.
nInspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
fuel leaks, etc. Replace any damaged parts before use.
nThe string head or blade will rotate during carburetor
adjustments.
nIt has been reported that vibrations from hand-held
tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s
Syndrome in certain individuals. Symptoms may
include tingling, numbness and blanching of the fingers,
usually apparent upon exposure to cold. Hereditary
factors, exposure to cold and dampness, diet, smoking
and work practices are all thought to contribute to the
development of these symptoms. There are measures
that can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce
the effects of vibration:
a) Keep your body warm in cold weather. When
opera-ting the unit wear gloves to keep the hands
and wrists warm. It is reported that cold weather is
a major factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
b) After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
c)Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your physician
about these symptoms.
nKeep the tool well maintained, fasteners tightened
and worn parts replaced.
nMix and store fuel in a container approved for fuel.
nMix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.
Wipe up any fuel spillage. Move 9m away from
refuelling site before starting engine.
nStop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or
storing the unit.
nAllow the engine to cool; empty the fuel tank and
secure the unit from moving before transporting in a
vehicle.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE
nReplace string head if cracked, chipped, or damaged
in any way. Be sure the string head or blade is
properly installed and securely fastened. Failure to do
so can cause serious injury.
nMake sure all guards, straps, deflectors and handles
are properly and securely attached.
nUse only the manufacturer's replacement line in the
cutting head. Do not use any other cutting attachment.
nNever operate unit without the grass deflector in place
and in good condition.
nMaintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming.
Keep string head below waist level. Never cut with
the string head located over 76cm or more above the
ground.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
BRUSH CUTTER AND BLADE USE
nAfter engine stops, keep rotating blade in heavy grass
or pulpy weeds until it stops.
nDo not operate the brushcutter unless the blade
guard is firmly secured in place and in good condition.
nUse heavy gloves while installing or removing blades.
nAlways stop the engine and remove the spark plug
wire before attempting to remove any obstruction
caught or jammed in the blade or before removing
and installing the blade.
nDo not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is
rotating.
nA coasting blade can cause injury while it continues
to spin after the engine is stopped or throttle trigger
released. Maintain proper control until the blade has
completely stopped rotating.
nReplace any blade that has been damaged. Always
make sure blade is installed correctly and securely
fastened before each use. Failure to do so can cause
serious injury.
nUse only the manufacturer's replacement TRI-ARC
blade intended for use on this brushcutter. Do not use
any other blade.
nThe TRI-ARC blade is suited for cutting pulpy weeds
and vines only. Do not use for any other purpose.
Never use the TRI-ARC blade to cut woody brush.
nExercise extreme caution when using the blade with
this unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur
when the spinning blade contacts anything it cannot
cut. This contact may cause the blade to stop for
an instant, and suddenly “thrust” the unit away from
the object that was hit. This reaction can be violent
enough to cause the operator to lose control of the unit.
Kick back can occur without warning if the blade
snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur
in areas where it is difficult to see the material being
cut. For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds
being cut from the right to the left. In the event an
unexpected object or woody stock is encountered,
this could minimize the blade kick back reaction.
nNever cut any material over 13mm diameter.
nAlways wear the shoulder strap when using the brush
cutter and adjust to a comfortable operating position.
Maintain a firm grip on both handles while cutting with
a blade. Keep the blade away from body and below
waist. Never use the brush cutter with the blade
located 76cm or more above the ground level.
nCover the blade with the blade protector before
storing the unit, or during transportation. Always
remove the blade protector before using the unit.
If not removed, the blade protector could become a
thrown object as the blade begins to turn.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

RLT30CESA RBC30SESA
Weight (kg)
- Without fuel, cutting attachment and guard 5.02 5.67
- Without fuel with string head 5.32 5.97
- Without fuel with blade N/A 5.97
Fuel tank volume [cm3 or (L)] 415 or (0.415) 415 or (0.415)
Cutting swath (mm)
- String head 432 457
- Blade N/A 200
Recommended torque for blade (Nm) N/A ≥13
Engine displacement (cm3/ cc) 30 30
Line diameter for Reel EasyTM Head (mm) 2.4 2.4
Line diameter for Pro Cut llTM Head (mm) 2.7 2.7
Maximum engine performance
(in accordance with ISO 8893) (kW) 0.75 0.75
Maximum rotational frequency
of the the spindle (min-1) 12,000 10,000
Engine speed (rotational frequency)
at recommended max. spindle
rotational frequency (min-1) 12,000 12,000
Engine speed (rotational frequency)
at idle (min-1) 2,800-3,500 2,800-3,500
Fuel consumption (in accordance
with ISO 8893) at max. engine performance kg/h or (L/h) 0.42 or (0.58) 0.42 or (0.58)
Specific fuel consumption
(in accordance with ISO 8893)
at max. engine performance g/kW.h or (L/kW.h) 560 or (0.77) 560 or (0.77)
Vibration level idling (Trimmer) (m/s2)
- Front handle / Left handle 3.9 3.6
- Rear handle / Right handle 6.1 2.7
Vibration level racing (Trimmer) (m/s2)
- Front handle / Left handle 10.7 22.6
- Rear handle / Right handle 11.5 19.6
Vibration level idling (Brush Cutter) (m/s2)
- Front handle / Left handle N/A 3.7
- Rear handle / Right handle N/A 2.7
Vibration level racing (Brush Cutter) (m/s2)
- Front handle / Left handle N/A 21.1
- Rear handle / Right handle N/A 16.3
Sound pressure level at operator's ear
(in accordance with EN 27917) dB (A) 100.4 105.1
Sound power level (in accordance
with ISO 10884) dB (A) 112 113
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SPECIFICATION

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FEATURES
Fig. 1a
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
STARTER
GRIP And
ROPE
fROnT
HAndLE
cOuPLER
dRIVE SHAfT
HOuSInG
PRO cuT IITM
STRInG HEAd
cuRVEd
SHAfT GRASS
dEfLEcTOR
PRIMER
BuLB
knOB
REAR
HAndLE
TRIGGER
LOck
fuEL
cAP
On/Off
SwITcH
STRAP
HAnGER
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
fROnT
HAndLE
cOuPLER
BLAdE
BRuSHcuTTER
GuARd
PRIMER
BuLB
knOB
REAR
HAndLE fuEL
cAP
SHOuLdER
HARnESS
STARTER
GRIP And
ROPE
TRIGGER
LOck
On/Off
SwITcH
dRIVE SHAfT
HOuSInG

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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR LINE TRIMMER
See Figures 1a - 1b.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Before use of this product, familiarise yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
ERGONOMIC DESIGN
The design of the trimmer provides for easy handling. It is
designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in
different positions and at different angles.
GRASS DEFLECTOR
The trimmer includes a grass deector that helps protect
you from ying debris.
TOP-MOUNTED MOTOR
The top-mounted motor improves balance and is located
away from the dust and debris of the cutting area.
REEL EASy STRInG HEAd PRO cuT II STRInG HEAd
Fig. 1b

UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
nCarefully remove the tool and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing
list are included.
nInspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
nDo not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
tool.
nIf any parts are damaged or missing, please call 0800
389 0305 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
RLT30CESA
Trimmer Assembly
Pro Cut II String Head
Spool Retainer
Front Handle
Curved Shaft Grass Deflector
Bottle of 2-Cycle Lubricant
Hanger Cap
Operator’s Manual
RBC30SESA
Brush Cutter Assembly
Front Handle
Grass Deflector
Blade Guard
Harness
Gear Head Locking Tool
Pro Cut II String Head
Spool Retainer
Arbor
Bottle of 2-Cycle Lubricant
Tri-Arc Blade
Hanger Cap
Operator’s Manual
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not
operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always disconnect the
engine spark plug wire from the spark plug when
assembling parts.
ASSEMBLY
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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE POWER HEAD TO THE
ATTACHMENT
See Figure 2.
WARNING
Never install, remove, or adjust any attachment
while power head is running. Failure to stop the
engine can cause serious personal injury.
The attachment connects to the power head by means of
a coupler device.
nLoosen the knob on the coupler of the power head shaft
and remove the end cap from the attachment.
nPush in the button located on the attachment shaft.
Align the button with the guide recess on the power
head coupler and slide the two shafts together. Rotate
the attachment shaft until the button locks into the
positioning hole.
NOTE: If the button does not release completely in the
positioning hole, the shafts are not locked into place.
Slightly rotate from side to side until the button is locked
into place.
nTighten the knob securely.
WARNING
Be certain the knob is fully tightened before
operating equipment; check it periodically for
tightness during use to avoid serious personal
injury.
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE
POWER HEAD
For removing or changing the attachment:
nLoosen the knob.
nPush in the button and twist the shafts to remove and
separate ends.
ATTACHING THE STORAGE HANGER
See Figure 3.
There are two ways to hang your attachment for storage.
nTo use the hanger cap, push in the button and place
the hanger cap over end of the lower end attachment
shaft. Slightly rotate the cap from side to side until the
button locks into place.
nThe secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be
used for hanging purposes as well.
Fig. 2
cOuPLER
knOB
TRIMMER ATTAcHMEnT
POwER HEAd
SHAfT
POSITIOnInG
HOLE
GuIdE
REcESS
Fig. 3
BuTTOn
HOLE
HAnGER
cAP
SEcOndARy
HOLE
BuTTOn

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ASSEMBLY
ATTACHING THE FRONT HANDLE
See Figure 4.
Follow these steps to attach the front handle.
nRemove the slotted Torx screws to separate the handle
from the handle support.
nPress the handle onto the top of the upper shaft, no
less than 165mm from the edge of the trigger handle,
angling the handle toward the trigger handle.
nPlace the handle along the upper shaft to a position
that allows for comfortable operation.
nPlace the handle support on the bottom of the tube on
the opposite side of the front handle.
nSecure the handle with the slotted Torx screws.
ATTACHING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR
WARNING
The line cutting blade on the grass deflector
is sharp. Avoid contact with the blade. Failure
to avoid contact can result in serious personal
injury.
TO ATTACH THE CURVED SHAFT GRASS
DEFLECTOR
See Figure 5. (RLT30CESA)
n Remove hex screw, at washer, and wing nut from
grass deector.
n Press the grass deector onto the bottom of the curved
shaft as shown.
n Insert the hex screw through the grass deector and
the bracket on the curved shaft.
n Place the at washer on the hex screw.
nPlace the wing nut on the hex screw and tighten
securely.
TO ATTACH THE BRUSH CUTTER GUARD
See Figure 6. (RBC30SESA)
nAttach the blade guard to the mounting bracket; install
the four screws from the top of the mounting bracket
throughthe bladeguard andinto thethreadedmounting
plates.
nUsing the torx wrench supplied, tighten all four screws
securely.
NOTE: When using the string head, the grass deector
must be attached to the blade guard.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
MOunTInG
BRAckET
BLAdE
GuARd
nOTcH
MOunTInG
PLATES
LOckInG
TAB
GRASS
dEfLEcTOR

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ASSEMBLY
TO ATTACH THE GRASS DEFLECTOR ON THE BRUSH
CUTTER GUARD
See Figure 6. (RBC30SESA)
n Attach the grass de ector to the blade guard by placing
the three locking tabs into the three notches.
n Snap the blade guard and grass de ector together to
lock into place.
WARNING
Always stop the engine and remove the spark
plug wire before making any adjustments such
as changing cutting heads; this is to reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
ATTACHING THE SHOULDER HARNESS
See Figure 7.(RBC30SESA)
nConnect the latch on the shoulder harness to the strap
hanger.
nAdjust the strap to a comfortable position.
CONVERTING FROM BRUSH CUTTER TO
STRING TRIMMER (RBC30SESA)
nTo convert from the brush cutter to the string trimmer,
remove the blade, attach the grass de ector and install
the string head.
REMOVING THE TRI -ARC®BLADE
See Figures 8 - 9. (RBC30SESA)
n Align the slot in the  anged washer with the slot in the
gear head.
nPlace the gear head locking tool through the slot in the
 anged washer and gear head.
nRemove the blade nut by turning it clockwise.
nRemove the cupped washer and the blade.
n Remove the  anged washer from the gear head shaft
and retain it for the string head installation.
NOTE: Store the brushcutter parts together for later
use.
INSTALLING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR AND
LINE HEAD
See Figures 10. (RBC30SESA)
n Install the grass de ector. Refer to ʻTo attach the grass
de ector on the brush cutter guard’ earlier in this
manual.
n Place the  anged washer on the gear head shaft.
NOTE: The hollow side of the  anged washer should
face the gear head.
Fig. 7
GEAR HEAd
LOckInG TOOL
STRInG HEAd
GEAR HEAd fLAnGEd wASHER
SLOT ARBOR
BOLT
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
Fig. 10

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ASSEMBLY
nInstall the arbor.
nInstall the string head assembly onto the gear head
shaft.
nRefer to Installing Reel Easy String Head or Installing
Pro Cut II String Head later in this manual.
CONVERTING FROM STRING TRIMMER TO
BRUSH CUTTER (RBC30SESA)
nTo convert from the string trimmer to the brush cutter,
remove the string head assembly and grass de ector,
install the blade.
REMOVING THE GRASS DEFLECTOR AND
LINE HEAD
See Figures 11. (RBC30SESA)
n Remove the grass de ector by pushing in on the three
locking tabs while pulling on the grass de ector to
separate from the blade guard.
n Align the slot in the  anged washer with the slot in the
gear head.
nRemove the hex head bolt and string head assembly.
nRemove the arbor.
n Remove the  anged washer and retain it for the blade
installation.
NOTE: Store the string head parts together for later
use.
INSTALLING THE TRI -ARC®BLADE
See Figures 12. (RBC30SESA)
n Place the  anged washer over the gear head shaft with
the hollow side toward the gear head.
n Centre the blade on the  anged washer, making sure
the blade  ts  at and the raised hub of the  anged
washer goes through the hole in the blade.
nInstall the cupped washer with the raised centre away
from the blade.
nPlace the blade nut onto the gear head shaft.
nPlace the gear head locking tool through the slot in the
 anged washer and gear head.
nInstall the blade nut by turning it counterclockwise (left
handed threads).
nTighten the blade nut securely and torque to 13.5Nm
minimum.
STRInG HEAd
GEAR HEAd
ARBOR
SLOT
SLOT
fLAnGEd wASHER
BOLT
Fig. 11
Fig. 12

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OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with this product
to make you careless. Remember
that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating power tools.
Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
product. The use of attachments or accessories
not recommended can result in serious personal
injury.
FUELING AND REFUELING THE TRIMMER
FUEL MIXTURE
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixed petrol and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
petroland 2-cycleenginelubricantina clean 5litre container
approved for petrol.
n Recommended fuel: This engine is certied to operate
on unleaded petrol intended for automotive use.
nMix a high quality 2-cycle engine lubricant at 20ml. per
1 litre.
nDo not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
nDO NOT mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day
period.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
Petrol lubricant
1 litre 20 ml
FILLING TANK
nClean surface around fuel cap to prevent
contamination.
nLoosen fuel cap slowly. Rest the cap on a clean
surface.
nCarefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
nPrior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the
gasket.
nImmediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten. Wipe
up any fuel spillage.
NOTE: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine after rst use.
WARNING
Always shut off engine before fuelling. Never add
fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine.
Move at least 10m from refuelling site before
starting engine. Do not smoke! Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal
injury.

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OPERATION
OPERATING THE TRIMMER
See Figure 13.
WARNING
Always position the unit on the operator’s right
side. The use of the unit on the operator’s left
side will expose the user to hot surfaces and can
result in possible burn injury.
WARNING
To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate
unit with the bottom of the engine above waist
level.
Hold the trimmer with your right hand on the rear handle
and your left hand on the front handle. Keep a rm grip
with both hands while in operation. Trimmer should be
held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about
hip height.
Always operate trimmer at full throttle. Cut tall grass from
the top down. This will prevent grass from wrapping around
the shaft housing and string head which could cause
damagefromoverheating.Ifgrassbecomeswrappedaround
the string head, STOP THE ENGINE, disconnect the spark
plugwire, and removethegrass. Prolongedcuttingat partial
throttle will result in lubricant dripping from the mufer.
WARNING
Always hold the string trimmer away from the
body keeping clearance between the body and
the product. Any contact with the housing or
string trimmer cutting head can result in burns
and/or other serious personal injury.
TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE (REEL EASY
STRING HEAD)
String advance is controlled by tapping the string head on
grass while running engine at full throttle.
nRun engine at full throttle.
nTap the knob on ground to advance string. The string
advances each time the knob is tapped. Do not hold
the knob on the ground.
NOTE: The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass
deector will cut the line to the correct length.
NOTE: Ifthestringisworntooshortyou maynot beable
to advance the string by tapping it on the ground. If so,
stop the engine, and manually advance the string.
To advance the cutting line manually:
nStop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
nPush the knob in while pulling on string(s) to manually
advance the string.
Fig. 13
PROPER
OPERATInG
POSITIOn

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OPERATION
CUTTING TIPS
See Figures 14 .
nAvoidhotsurfacesbyalwayskeepingthetoolawayfrom
your body. (Proper operating position shown in gure 13.)
nKeep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this
is the best cutting area.
nThe curved shaft trimmer cuts when passing the unit
from right to left. The straight shaft trimmer cuts when
passingtheunitfromleftto right.This willavoidthrowing
debris at the operator. Avoid cutting in the dangerous
area shown in illustration.
nUse the tip of string to do the cutting; do not force string
head into uncut grass.
nWire and picket fences cause extra string wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may
wear string rapidly.
nAvoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings,
siding, and fence posts can easily be damaged by the
string.
GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF
BLADE
See Figure 15.
The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off blade
on the grass deector. For best cutting, advance string
until it is trimmed to length by the cut-off blade. Advance
the line whenever you hear the engine running faster than
normal, or when trimming efciency diminishes. This will
maintain best performance and keep the string long enough
to advance properly.
Fig. 14
BEST cuTTInG
AREA
dIREcTIOn Of
ROTATIOn
BEST cuTTInG
AREA
dIREcTIOn Of
ROTATIOn
dAnGEROuS
cuTTInG AREA
dAnGEROuS
cuTTInG AREA
Fig. 15

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OPERATION
nInspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such
as glass, rocks, concrete, fencing, wire, wood, metal,
etc.
nNever use blades near sidewalks, fencing, posts,
buildings or other immovable objects.
nNever use a blade after hitting a hard object without
rst inspecting it for damage. Do not use if any damage
is detected.
nThe unit is used as a scythe, cutting from the right to
the left in a broad sweeping action from side to side.
nUse only the Tri-Arc®blade. To install any other brand
blade or cutting head to this brushcutter can result in
serious personal injury.
OPERATING THE BRUSHCUTTER
See Figures 16 - 17.
Hold the brushcutter with your right hand on the rear handle
and the your hand on the “J” handle. Keep a rm grip with
both hands while in operation. Brushcutter should be held
at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip
height. Maintain your grip and balance on both feet. Posi-
tion yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by
the kickback reaction of the cutting blade.
Adjust the shoulder harness to position the brushcutter at
a comfortable operating position and to assure that the
shoulder harness will reduce the risk of operator contact
with the blade.
BLADE THRUST
Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this
unit. Blade thrust is the reaction that may occur when the
spinning blade contacts anything it cannot cut. This contact
may cause the blade to stop for an instant, and suddenly
“thrust” the unit away from the object that was hit. This re-
action can be violent enough to cause the operator to lose
control of the unit. Blade thrust can occur without warning if
the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur
in areas where it is difcult to see the material being cut.
For cutting ease and safety, approach the weeds being cut
with the brushcutter from the right to the left. In the event
an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered, this
practice could minimize the blade thrust reaction.
WARNING
To avoid burns from hot surfaces, never operate
unit with the bottom of the engine above waist
level.
TRI-ARC®BLADE
The Tri-Arc®blade is suited only for thicker weeds and
pulpy stalks. When the blade becomes dull, it can be
turned over to extend the life of the blade. Do not sharpen
the Tri-Arc®blade.
CUTTING TECHNIQUE - BLADE
WARNING
Extreme care must be taken when
using blades to ensure safe operation.
Read the safety information for safe
operation using the blade, refer to Specific Safety
Rules for Brushcutter and Blade Use earlier in
this manual.
nAlways hold brushcutter on your right side with
both hands when operating. Use a rm grip on both
handles.
nMaintain your grip and balance on both feet. Position
yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by
the kickback reaction of the cutting blade.
Fig. 16
dIREcTIOn Of ROTATIOn
cuTTInG AREA Fig. 17
PROPER
OPERATInG
POSITIOn

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OPERATION
STARTING AND STOPPING
See Figures 18 - 20.
To start a cold engine:
DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts
and runs.
nLay the trimmer on a  at, bare surface.
nPRIME - Press the primer bulb 7 times.
nSET the start lever to the START position.
nPULL the rope until the engine starts.
nWait 6-10 seconds, then squeeze the trigger to run.
NOTE:Squeezingand releasingthe throttletriggerreleases
the start lever to the RUN position.
To start a warm engine:
PULL the rope until the engine starts.
To stop the engine:
Press and hold the switch in the stop “ O ” position until
the engine stops.
Fig. 19
Fig. 18
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
IGnITIOn
SwITcH
THROTTLE
TRIGGER
IGnITIOn
SwITcH
PRIMER BuLB
TRIGGER
LOck
START
POSITIOn
START
LEVER
START
LEVER
Run
POSITIOn
TRIGGER
LOck
Fig. 20

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WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a
hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields during tool operation. If
operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the
machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire and
move it away from spark plug. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in serious personal
injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake fluids, petrol,
petroleum-based products, penetrating
lubricants, etc., come in contact with plastic
parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious
personal injury.
You can often make adjustments and repairs described
here. For other repairs, have the trimmer serviced by an
authorised service dealer.
INSTALLING REEL EASY STRING HEAD
See Figures 21 - 22.
nStop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
nRemove currently installed string head.
nOpen the Reel Easy String Head by depressing the
latches on each side. The contents of the string head
are spring loaded, so keep your other hand over the
string head cover while depressing the latches.
nRemove the string head cover, knob, and spool and
set aside.
nPlace the string head on the drive shaft. Make sure the
string head is fully seated.
nInstall the hex bolt into the opening on the drive shaft
and secure using the hex-shaped opening in the knob
to tighten.
NOTE: Only use the knob to tighten the bolt. The use of
other tools may allow overtightening of the bolt, which
MAINTENANCE
could damage the string head.
NOTE:Forthe RBC30SESA,thegearheadlockingtool
can be inserted through the slot in the  anged washer
and gear head to help hold the string head still.
nIf removed, replace the spring into the string head and
push down to seat.
nReinstall the spool. For the RLT30CESA, the spool
should be placed so “This side out for curved shaft”
is visible. For the RBC30SESA, the spool should be
placed so “This side out for straight shaft” is visible.
nReplace the knob in the spool.
nReplace the string head cover, aligning latches with
openings in the string head. Press cover and string
head together until both latches snap into openings
securely.
nInstall string as described in the next section of this
manual.
Fig. 22
Fig. 21
cOVER
knOB
SPOOL
SPRInG
STRInG
HEAd
STRAIGHT
SHAfT
cuRVEd
SHAfT
knOB
knOB
HEX BOLT
HEX-SHAPEd
OPEnInG
LATcHES
LATcH
OPEnInG
HEX BOLT

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MAINTENANCE
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
SPOOL
RETAInER
STRInG
HEAd
dRIVE SHAfT
Fig. 25
ALIGn
LInE On
knOB wITH
ARROwS
InSERT
STRInG TO
cEnTER
And ROTATE
knOB TO
wInd
EyELET
INSTALLING STRING IN REEL EASY LINE
HEAD
See Figures 23 - 24.
Use 2.4mm diameter mono lament string.
nStop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
nCut one piece of string approximately 7.6m in length.
nRotate knob on string head until line on knob aligns
with arrows on top of string head.
nInsert one end of string into eyelet located on the side
of the string head and push until string comes out
through eyelet on the other side. Continue to push
string through the string head until the middle section
of the string is inside the string head and string outside
the string head is evenly divided on each side.
nRotate the knob on the string head (clockwise for
RBC30SESA and counterclockwise for RLT30CESA)
to wind the string.
nWind the string until approximately 20cm remains
protruding from the string head.
INSTALLING PRO CUT II STRING HEAD
See Figure 25.
nStop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
nRemove currently installed string head.
nInstall the string head on the drive shaft until fully
seated.
nInstall string.