Solo 880-12 User manual

9 880 100 04/2012
880-12 / 880-14 // 881-12 / 881-14
Instruction Manual
Translation of the original instructions Cut-off machine
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Before first commissioning, read these operating
instructions thoroughly and observe the safety
provisions under all circumstances!
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ENGLISH 1
Instruction manual cut-off machines 880-12 / 880-14 // 881-12 / 881-14
Translation of the original instructions
Dear customer
thank you for purchasing this quality product from
our company.
For many decades, we have been a producer of
hand-held and back-carried gas powered motor
devices. Each of our motor devices benefits from
this experience in detail today as well.
State-of-the-art production materials in connection
with our know-how warrant a long service life and
high utilisation value of the motor device.
The motor devices of this model line are
particularly high-quality cut-off machines of
German production and designed specifically for
the high demands of professional users. A newly
developed single-cylinder two-stroke high-
performance engine with stationary nikasil-coated
cylinder in proven four-channel technology for
great performance at low fuel consumption and
the latest exhaust cleaning technology warrant
high utilisation value of the motor-driven device.
Maintenance-free electronic ignition,
health-protecting anti-vibration system,
patented twin-pipe suction procedure,
vibration system for particularly easy interim
emptying of the air filter during work,
optionally usable water connection with water
supply to the cutting disc to reduce dust when
working,
smart solutions with electronic carburettor control
for simple starting and
ergonomic design and extremely compact build
ensure excellent operating comfort and facilitate
daily work with the motor device.
The safety equipment corresponds to the latest
state of the art and meets all nationally and
internationally relevant safety provisions. Among
others, it comprises:
One-touch stop button
Throttle control lock
Electronic speed limiter
Protective device for the cutting disc
Motor stop facility for maintenance purposes
Before first commissioning, read these operating instructions thoroughly and always
observe all safety provisions and instructions for action.
If you have any further questions after reading these operating instructions, contact your
specialist vendor.
Observe the maintenance guidelines closely to ensure the long service life of your
equipment

ENGLISH 2
Packaging and disposal
Please keep the original packaging in order to protect the equipment against transport damage in case
you ever need to ship or transport it If the packaging materials are no longer required they must be
disposed of properly in accordance with applicable local regulations. Cardboard packaging materials are
raw materials which can be recycled or reused.
At the end of the equipment’s service life, please make sure that you dispose of it in accordance with the
local provisions
Patents
The following patents are pending:
PCT/EP 2011/067574 (separate lubrication)
US13/331,898 (airbox)
The following patents have been granted:
US2010206278A1
US2009007435A1
US2010000846A1
EP2011594A2
EP2011991A2
EP2011992A2
Registered brands and trademarks
solo®and iLube®are registered brands of SOLO Kleinmotoren GmbH.
Any other product and company names named in these operating instructions may be registered brands or
trademarks of the respective manufacture. Use of these names by third parties for their purposes may
injure the rights of the manufacturer. The fact that the ® or ™ sign is missing does not mean that the
designation is a free brand name.
Reservation of changes
In the interest of continuous further development of our motor devices, we must reserve changes to the
delivery scope in form, technology and equipment. For that reason, no claims can be accepted with
reference to text and illustrations in this manual.

Table of Contents
ENGLISH 3
1Information about these operating instructions...............................................................................4
1.1Notational conventions used in the operating instructions............................................................4
2Warning, instruction and notice icons...............................................................................................4
3Safety provisions.................................................................................................................................6
3.1Correct use....................................................................................................................................6
3.2General safety notes.....................................................................................................................6
3.3Prescribed work clothing / PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)................................................7
3.4When fuelling up ...........................................................................................................................8
3.5In transport....................................................................................................................................8
3.6During assembly, cleaning, maintenance and repair....................................................................9
3.7Before start-up ..............................................................................................................................9
3.8When starting................................................................................................................................9
3.9During work.................................................................................................................................10
4Power tool description ......................................................................................................................11
4.1Technical data.............................................................................................................................11
4.2Type plate ...................................................................................................................................11
4.3Scope of delivery.........................................................................................................................12
4.4Device views and important operating and function parts...........................................................12
4.5Throttle control lock and throttle control......................................................................................14
4.6Function parts for starting ...........................................................................................................14
5Preparing for use...............................................................................................................................15
5.1Installing the cutting discs...........................................................................................................15
5.2Installing cutting discs with 1" inner bore ....................................................................................16
5.3Uninstalling the cutting disc.........................................................................................................16
5.4Adjusting protective cowl.............................................................................................................17
5.5Fuelling up...................................................................................................................................17
5.6Adjusting the ribbed belt tension.................................................................................................19
5.7Water connection for wet cutting.................................................................................................19
5.8Relocate cutting device from centre position to outer position....................................................20
5.9Initial commissioning / run-in behaviour......................................................................................22
6Starting up and switching off the engine ........................................................................................23
6.1Starting process..........................................................................................................................23
6.2Start-up position..........................................................................................................................24
6.3Switching on the engine..............................................................................................................24
6.4Switching off the engine..............................................................................................................24
7Power tool use ...................................................................................................................................25
7.1Cutting discs................................................................................................................................25
7.2Permissible cutting area and danger from kickback or drawing along........................................26
7.3Working behaviour and working technique.................................................................................27
7.4Cutting metal...............................................................................................................................27
7.5Cutting mineral materials ............................................................................................................28
8Operating and maintenance notes...................................................................................................29
8.1Cleaning and care.......................................................................................................................29
8.2Cleaning the screen filter insert of the connection piece.............................................................30
8.3Idle/carburettor adjustment .........................................................................................................31
8.4Air filter maintenance ..................................................................................................................32
8.5Spark plugs check and replacement if required..........................................................................33
8.6Ribbed belt replacement.............................................................................................................34
8.7Fuel filter replacement.................................................................................................................35
8.8Maintenance plan........................................................................................................................36
8.9Self-aid advice.............................................................................................................................37
8.10Shutting down and storage .........................................................................................................38
9Warranty .............................................................................................................................................39
10Wear parts ..........................................................................................................................................39
11EC Declaration of conformity ...........................................................................................................39
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Information about these operating instructions
ENGLISH 4
These operating instructions are an integral part of the motor device.
They contain important information and instructions for handling the motor device. Always follow
any specified safety regulations and instructions, as they are a prerequisite for ensuring that you
are working safely with the equipment.
These operating instructions must be kept available at the place of use of the equipment at all
times, and they must be read carefully by everybody who works on or with the equipment (including
for maintenance, care and repairs).
These operating instructions must only be used as operating instructions for the motor device 880/881.
Any utilisation of the contents (text and graphics illustrations) – even in excerpts – without our prior written
consent shall be forbidden and may be prosecuted.
Text highlights
Xxxxx Underlined text marks interim headlines.
Xxxxx Text in italics marks advice and notes that facilitate use of the motor device for the user.
1 Xxxxx Numbered text with a black background marks main chapter headlines.
1.1 Xxxx Numbered text with a grey background marks main subchapter headlines.
Xxxxxxx Frames mark especially highlighted sections.
Structure
The operating instructions are structured by numbered main and subchapters. The table of contents on
page 3 shows an overview of the structure.
Header
To make it easier for the user to find the chapters, the header names the main chapter to which the
content on the respective page belongs.
Pictures and diagrams
Some graphical illustrations in these operating instructions are schematic illustrations or principle
illustrations and may not show exactly your device model. The conveyed contents, however, are binding in
any case.
Important: If one or several icons in these operating instructions are centred and directly below a
chapter header the notice applies for the entire chapter.
1 Information about these operating instructions
1.1 Notational conventions used in the operating instructions
2 Warning, instruction and notice icons

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Safety provisions
ENGLISH 6
This power tool must only be used to cut/shorten metals (hot cut) and mineral materials, such as concrete
(cold cutting), each with the cutting discs approved for this material and only for the working situation
indicated in chap. 7 on page 25.
For specifically trained users in rescue missions, other approved cutting discs are also offered that can be
used to cut various composites. These special applications are only permitted to specifically trained users.
This power tool must only be used for outdoor work.
Use of this power tool for any other purpose, such as sawing of wood and to remove/grind off a material
with the side surfaces of the separating disc is forbidden. Impermissible cutting tools, such as saw blades
or knives, must not be installed at the motor device instead of the cutting disc.
Before first commissioning, read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them safely. They must
be kept available at the place of use of the equipment at all times, and they must be read by everybody
who works on or with the equipment (including for maintenance, care and repairs).
Use this power tool with special care. Work with and at the power tool comprises extreme risks when
proceeding carelessly and improperly. They are specifically based on the high speeds of the cutting disc
and the large forces and torques that the power tool can achieve.
Work with and at the power tool always must be performed carefully and with the greatest care towards all
possible dangers and any possible situations that may occur. Never perform any work processes that you
are not ready for or the risks of which you cannot entirely asses. If you are still unsure after studying these
operating instructions, ask a specialist for help.
The ignition unit of this power tool generates an electromagnetic field in operation. This field may affect the
function of pacers under certain conditions. Persons with a pacer must consult their physician and the
pacer manufacturer before using this power tool.
General information on vibrations: The following symptoms may occur in case of special personal
conditioning, caused by frequent vibration at fingers, hands or wrists: The body parts falling asleep,
tickling, pain, stabbing, changes of the skin tone or skin. If such symptoms are found, see a physician.
Non-observance of the safety notes may be potentially fatal. Comply with the accident prevention
provisions of the professional associations.
For any accidents that may occur, a first aid kit must be present at the workplace at all times. Material
that has been removed must be refilled at once.
Danger of fire from sparks! When working close to easily flammable objects or vegetation, a fire
extinguisher must be provided.
If you are working with this kind of power tool for the first time, have secure handling shown and
explained to you by a specialist.
Children and teens below 18 years of age must not work with this power tool; this does not include
youths older than 16 who are trained under supervision.
The power tool generally must be operated by a person – also when starting up. Keep persons and
animals away from the work area. If a person or animal approaches, the power tool must be stopped at
once. The user is responsible for any injury and property damage he causes.
This power tool must only be lent or passed on to persons who are familiar with this type, its operation
and the operating instructions. Always include these operating instructions.
Only work with this power tool when you are in good shape, rested and healthy.
Persons under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including prescription drugs, are not allowed to use this
machine, as their ability to quickly react to potential danger may be impaired.
3 Safety provisions
3.1 Correct use
3.2 General safety notes

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Safety provisions
ENGLISH 8
Petrol is highly flammable. Keep distance from open fire and do not spill fuel. Do not smoke at the
workplace or at the site of fuelling!
Always switch off the engine before fuelling.
Danger of fire! Never refuel with the engine still hot!
Always carefully open the tank cap so that any overpressure present can reduce slowly and no fuel will
splash out.
Prevent skin and eye contact with mineral oil products. In case of eye contact, rinse at once with lots of
clear water. In case of persistent irritation, see a doctor immediately!
Regularly change and clean protective clothes.
Avoid breathing in fuel vapour.
The refuelling site should be well ventilated.
Avoid any soil spillage of fuel or oil (protection of the environment). Use a suitable mat.
Immediately clean any spilled fuel on the machine. Change contaminated clothing without delay.
Always tighten the fuel tank cap firmly by hand without using any tools. Tank caps are equipped with an
overturning protection and must be turned closed until a clear "skipping".
The fuel tank cap must not be able to work itself loose as a result of the vibrations of the engine.
Danger to life from burns! Observe leaks. Do not start up and work when fuel is escaping.
Fuels and oil must only be stored in properly and correctly labelled containers.
Before carrying the power tool (even across short distances from one working area to the next), always
switch off the engine and wait until the cutting disc has stopped. Carry the power tool by the top handle
and have the cutting disc point backwards.
Danger of burns! Do not touch the hot muffler.
Never carry or transport the power tool with the cutting disc running.
To avoid spilling of fuel and oil and to prevent damage, the power tool must be secured against tipping
when transporting it in vehicles. Check the tanks for fuel and oil for tightness. We recommend that the
tanks be emptied before transport.
Empty the tanks before shipping.
Advice: We recommend that you keep the original packaging in order to protect the equipment against
transport damage in case you ever need to ship it or transport it.
3.4 When fuelling up
3.5 In transport