Homelite F3040 User's Manual
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1. OPERATOR S MANUAL Trimmer Brushcutter F3040 UT70131 wal ee R a aot A aN ee M7 E Your new trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to Homelite s high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual Thank you for buying a Homelite trimmer SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS By it O E ont sons og ee win Sse sisted pe snes n ae S A E E tte A ET E 2 3 gt 00 010 penne neers henna nae eee A ee ener eee ee ee E eee eee eT AT 4 5 a DA sarah ucsieesssamycc tre E E pence oanchihe conjeantesh abn eanancehaus xameeiet A ERR 5 E WGA CAG eea E saneedettded erga E A EE E E E E T 6 E FOUS E E E E E E E chabert 6 E A oN E E E E E E EE 7 10 E ODEO ee E E E E ee E E E E EA 11 14 E Mannan sesia a a 15 18 E FOURES NOO UNO eeren EE A etna es A IE E E N AEE ETE 19 20 m NAN a E EES E E E E E E E 21 E oae DCO gsc ten op EE E T EE E E EE E E EEE EE 21 SAFETY A WARNING Do not attempt to operate this trimmer until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions safety rules etc contained in this manual Failure to comply may result in accidents involving fire electric shock or serious personal injury Save operator s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and2. instructing others who may use this tool READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY RULES WE For 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 Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit Never start or run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area breathing exhaust fumes can kill Clear the work area before each use Remove all objects such as stones broken glass nails wire or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the string head or blade Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating this unit Wear heavy long trousers boots and gloves Do not wear loose fitting clothing shorts jewellery of any kind or go barefoot Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts Keep all bystanders children and pets at least 15 m 50 ft away Do not operate this unit when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Do not operate in poor lighting Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces Keep all parts of your body away from any moving part Do not touch area round the silencer or cylinder of the trimmer brushcuiter these parts get hot from operation Alwa
3. correct application of the health and safety requirements stated in the EEC directives the following European and or national standards and or technical specifications were consulted EN ISO 14982 1998 ISO 7916 amp 7917 EN ISO 11806 1997 ISO 7918 1995 ISO 8380 1993 ISO 8893 1989 ISO 10884 1995 EN 292 1 1991 EN 292 2 1991 EN 292 2 1991 A1 1995 EN 563 1994 EN 27917 1991 ISO 7112 1982 ISO 7113 1991 Wayne Hill Homelite Consumer Products Inc Director Environmental Compliance 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 USA December 22 2002 21 tte OPERATOR S MANUAL Trimmer Brushcutter F3040 UT 0131 Ryobi Technologies GmbH ltterpark 7 D 40724 Hilden Germany Tel 49 0 2103 29 58 0 Fax 49 0 2103 29 58 29 info ryobi rtg de Ryobi Technologies Customer Services Anvil House Tuns Lane Henley on Thames RG9 1SA UK Homelite R T S A BP 50012 95945 Roissy CDG Cedex FRANCE Ryobi Technologies Australia PTY Limited 983000 208 359 361 Horsley Road Milperra NSW 2214 Australia 2 03
4. isece E EEE E E 5 67 Kg FS VAY OIG e e E E E E E E 42 5cm UUNO OWAI serorea Eeee E EEEE EE EEA E OE TEE EOE E E EEE 457 mm ENGINCLDII CONOR aeaa E A E E 25 cm Maximum engine performance in accordance with ISO 8893 cccccsecccccseeeeeseeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeseaeeeseeaeeeeseeeesaaeeesaees 0 75 kW Maximum rotational frequency Of the spindle 00 eee ceecccceeceeseeceteeeeeceeeecaueeceeeceseueeeseeeeseeessaeeeseueetsaeeesaneeesaes 10 000 min Engine Speed rotational frequency at recommended max spindle rotational frequency cccccceseeeeeeeeeees 12 500 min Engine speed rotational frequency at idle cceccccccceccceeseeeseeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeseaeeesseeeeeeeeeeesaeeeessaeeeesaaeeeeas 2 000 2 500 min Fuel consumption in accordance with ISO 8893 at max engine performance ccccseccceeececeeeeseeeeseeeeeeeeees 0 48 kg h Specific fuel consumption in accordance with ISO 8893 at max engine performance cseccessseeeeeeeeeeeeaees 0 46 kg h Vibration level idling VOUT Ceca tqonatonaevatnsumaatiuieen E 3 0 IC AN PIANOS nessa nsanemsaniansineaseiunsrsantunstanmosdnesaiuemasaahiunatasattinadeanenimemnimnas ane EE 3 1 Vibration level racing FONRAN tricia tuinsresitiontiavenetead anaaeatavamniiatcleguipyeatanaiaw aimed ananien stab saniacsaietioney tunes otsusnninntenisianatuasanebaoess 5 0 FCA FIMO eer EE r E R E E 10 5 Sound pressure level in accordance with EN ISO 11806 1997 ISO 7917 1987 ceccccc
5. 3 Pull strings while alternately pressing down on and releasing spool retainer 4 Remove string from spool and rewind Refer to String Replacement earlier in this manual 5 Advance string at full throttle s Cut tall grass from the top down 2 Operate trimmer at full throttle Clean threads and lubricate with grease if no improvement replace spool retainer 1 Operate trimmer at full throttle 2 Use fresh fuel and the correct 2 cycle oil mix 3 Clean air filter Refer to Replacing and Cleaning the Air Filter earlier in this manual 4 Turn H needle clockwise 1 16 1 8 turn See Figure 25 IDLE SPEED N SCREW nes a EA ae H HIGH A NEEDLE WARRANTY GUARANTEE STATEMENT RTSA RTUK RTG All Homelite products are guaranteed from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twenty four 24 months effective and evidenced from date of original invoice or delivery note Defects caused by normal wear and tear unauthorised improper maintenance handling or overload are excluded from this guarantee as are accessories such as battery packs bulbs blades and bits etc In the event of malfunction within the guarantee period please return the assembled product with proof of purchase to your dealer or nearest Homelite Service Centre Your statutory rights in respect of defective products remain unaffected by the warranty Ryobi Technologies GmbH Itterpark 7 D 40724 Hilden G
6. ENT air celal OPENING IN REAR HOUSING GRASS DEFLECTOR FOR STRING TRIMMER USE BLADE GUARD FOR BRUSHCUTTER USE ASSEMBLY BLADE GUARD See Figure 6 1 Attach the blade guard to the mounting bracket install the four screws 10 24 x 3 4 in from the top of the mount ing bracket through the blade guard and into the threaded mounting plates 2 Using the torque wrench supplied tighten all four screws securely NOTE Whenusing the string head the string shield must be attached to blade guard GRASS DEFLECTOR See Figure 6 1 Attach the grass deflector to the blade guard by placing the three locking tabs into the three notches 2 Snap the blade guard and grass deflector together to lock into place A WARNING Always stop the engine and remove the sparking plug wire before making any adjustments such as changing cutting heads this is to reduce the risk of serious personal injury CONVERTING FROM TRIMMER TO BRUSHCUTTER REMOVING THE STRING HEAD See Figure 7 1 Align the slot in the upper flange washer with the hole in the gear head Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange washer and the hole in the gear head Turn the spool retainer clockwise to remove Remove the spool and string head from the drive connector 2 Place the holding pin through the upper flange washer and the gear head Using the 16 mm 5 8 in spanner supplied turn the drive connector clockwise to remove 3 Remo
7. EYELETS approximately 152 mm 6 in beyond each slot 4 Thread the strings into the eyelets in the string head Carefully push the spool into the string head gently pull the strings to the outside if necessary When the spool EYELETS Fig 17 is positioned in the string head grasp the strings and pull sharply to release them from the slots in the spool 5 Push down and turn the spool anticlockwise until it no longer turns Hold the spool down and rotate clockwise a small amount Release the spool The spool should be locked down in the string head If not hold down and rotate until locked SPRING 15 MAINTENANCE STRING REPLACEMENT See Figures 18 19 20 and 21 1 Stop the engine disconnect the sparking plug wire Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer Turn clockwise 2 Remove the spool from the string head NOTE Keep the spring attached to the spool Remove any old string remaining on the spool SECOND z STRING 3 Cut two pieces of string each being approximately 2 m 9 ft long 4 Insert the first string into the anchor hole in the upper part of the spool Wind the first string around the upper part of the spool anticlockwise as shown by the arrows on the spool Place string in the slot on upper spool flange leaving about 152 mm 6 in extended beyond the slot Do not overfill After winding the string there should be at least 6 mm 1 4 in between the wound string and the outside edge
8. OTTLE INTERLOCK poorly ventilated area breathing exhaust fumes can kill TO START A COLD ENGINE 1 Lay trimmer on a flat bare surface Move switch to RUN position NOTE Unit is equipped with a positive on off switch THROTTLE make sure switch is in the I RUN position before TRIGGER starting the unit 2 Push primer bulb 8 to 10 times 3 Set choke lever to choke position 4 Depress interlock squeeze trigger and pull starter rope CHOKE LEVER until engine tries to run No more than 6 pulls 5 Set choke lever to half choke position A 6 Hold trigger and pull starter rope until engine runs z RUN POSITION 7 Run engine 30 to 45 seconds at full throttle with trigger NS depressed fully on half choke position to warm up Move choke lever to run position TO START A WARM ENGINE xal HALF 1 Move choke lever to run position 2 A LA CHOKE X POSITION 2 Hold trigger and pull starter rope until engine runs TO STOP THE ENGINE To stop the engine depress the switch to O position NOTE Be sure to return the stop switch to the I RUN PRIMER BULB CHOKE A i i POSITION position before trying to start unit Fig 15 14 MAINTENANCE 6 Make sure the string head and the spool retainer are installed on the shaft by turning the retainer anticlockwise to tighten accessories and attachments Failure to do so can 7 Pull the strings again to r
9. and balance on both feet Position yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by the kick back reaction of the cutting blade Adjust the shoulder strap to position the brushcutter at a comfortable operating position and to assure that the shoulder strap will reduce the risk of operator contact with the blade See Figure 12 VA Wd WV A NK i PKN ANMI A MA W V W Fig 12 Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this unit Blade thrust is the reaction which 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 Blade thrust 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 mate rial being cut For cutting ease and safety approach the weeds being cut from the right to the left In the event that an unexpected object or woody stock is encountered this could minimise the blade thrust reaction See Figure 13 13 APPROACH THE WEEDS BEING CUT FROM THE RIGHT THE WEEDS WILL BE CUT AGAINST THE LEFT SIDE OF THE BLADE GUARD TRI ARC BLADE The TRI ARC blade is suited only for pulpy weeds and vines When the blade becomes dull it can be turned over to extend the life of the blade Do not sharpen the TRI ARC
10. ation 4 Attach the grass deflector to the blade guard by placing the three locking tabs into the three notches 5 Snap the blade guard and grass deflector together to lock into place NOTE Store the brushcutter parts together for later use INSTALLING THE STRING HEAD See Figure 7 1 Install the upper flange washer onto the gear shaft with the hollow side toward the gear head 2 Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange washer and the hole in the gear head Using the 16 mm 5 8 in spanner supplied turn the drive connector anticlockwise to install Tighten securely 3 Place the string head on the drive connector 4 Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange washer and the hole in the gear head Install the spool retainer and turn anticlockwise to tighten securely 10 HOLDINGPIN 7 eee 7 SPANNER 13 mm CUPPED WASHER O TE BLADE NUT OPERATION FUEL AND REFUELLING HANDLING THE FUEL SAFELY Always handle fuel with care It is highly flammable M Always refuel outdoors where there are no sparks and flames Do not inhale fuel vapour E Do not let petrol or oil come in contact with your skin WE Keep petrol and oil away from the eyes If petrol or oil comes in contact with the eyes wash them immediately with clean water If irritation is still present see a doctor immediately E Clean up spilled fuel immediately MIXING THE FUEL WE T
11. before refuelling Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine Move at least 9 m 30 ft from refuelling site before starting engine Do not smoke Bt P 20 mi 40 1 Litre 2 Litres 4 Litres 5 Litres 80 100 3 Litres 60 OPERATING THE TRIMMER Hold the trimmer brushcutter with the right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation Trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the trigger handle about hip height See Figure 9 Always operate trimmer at full throttle Cut tall grass from the top down This will prevent grass from wrapping round the shaft housing and string head which may cause damage from overheating If grass becomes wrapped round the string head stop the engine disconnect the sparking plug wire and remove the grass Prolonged cutting at partial throttle will result in oil dripping from the silencer OPERATION CUTTING TIPS See Figure 10 E Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut this is the best cutting area E Do not cut in dangerous cutting area E Use the tip of string to do the cutting do not force string head into uncut grass WE Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear even breakage Stone and brick walls kerbs and wood may wear string rapidly WE Avoid trees and shrubs Tree bark wood mouldings cladding and fence posts can easily be damaged by
12. blade Use only TRI ARC blade part number 984227001 avail able at your local retailer CUTTING TECHNIQUE BLADE A WARNING Extreme care must be taken when using blades to insure 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 E Always hold brushcuiter with both hands when operating Use a firm grip on both handles WE Maintain your grip and balance on both feet Position yourself so that you will not be drawn off balance by the kick back reaction of the cutting blade E Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such as glass stones concrete fencing wire wood metal etc E Never use blades near footpaths fencing posts build ings or other immovable objects WE Never use a blade after hitting a hard object without first inspecting it for damage Do not use if any damage is detected E Scythe the broad sweeping of the unit back and forth from side to side with TRI ARC blade only OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING IGNITION SWITCH See Figures 14 and 15 ONTO RUN NOTE The unit is equipped with an automatic choke feature O OFF TO STOP The starting instructions for this feature are different from units Bs N n with a manual choke Be sure to read and follow the starting Wo I CA instructions below oS o A WARNING Never start or run the engine inside a closed or THR
13. ce dealer for the location of the spark arrester for your model Cleaning Instructions E Remove the spark arrester from the silencer W f your spark arrester is made of fibreglass discard and replace WE f your spark arrester is made of metal follow these cleaning instructions 1 Spray the spark arrester with a quality carbon cleaner 2 Gently clean using a wire brush 3 Install the new or cleaned spark arrester and reas semble completely before use REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER See Figures 23 and 24 For proper performance and long life keep air filter clean 1 Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover 2 Remove the filter and clean it in warm soapy water AIR FILTER Rinse and let dry completely For best performance COVER replace annually 3 Reinstall the filter 4 Replace the air filter cover by inserting the tabs on the bottom of the cover into the slots on the air filter base push the cover up until it latches securely in place 17 MAINTENANCE FUEL CAP STORAGE 1 MONTH OR LONGER 1 Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for A WARNING petrol Run engine ane it Stops 7 l l l 2 Clean all foreign material from the trimmer Store itin a A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be well ventilated place that is inaccessible to children replaced immediately Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden c
14. ce short bolt 1 4 20 x 1 in through opposite side of clamp Install flat washer lock washers and hex nuts to hold the assembly in place 5 After assembly is complete adjust the position of the handle for best balance and comfort 6 Tighten first the long bolt and then the short bolt 7 Connect the shoulder strap to the strap hanger adjust to a comfortable position BOLT NOTE Do not attempt to remove or modify the spacer FLAT WASHER This spacer limits the upper position of the handle grip See Figure 4 sey a LOCK WASHER ATTACHING THE SHOULDER STRAP Fig 2 See Figure 3 1 Connect the latch on the shoulder strap to the strap hanger rare haa I H cata tell 2 Adjust the strap to a comfortable position chee ee NOTE To quickly release the product from the shoulder RE strap sharply pull the quick release tab Sake SHOULDER K STRAP QUICK RELEASE TAB ASSEMBLY SILENCER GUARD ASSEMBLY See Figure 4 1 Remove silencer guard and two screws from the owner s kit SRS REAR HOUSING 2 Attach the silencer guard to the rear housing NOTE Make sure the bent end of the silencer guard fits securely into the opening of the rear housing 3 Install two screws 4 Tighten screws securely SILENCER GRASS DEFLECTOR AND BLADE GUARD GUARD USE See Figure 5 SCREWS NOTE When converting from brushcutter to trimmer or trimmer to brushcutter make sure the correct guard gt deflector is being used B
15. d object or woody stock is encountered this could minimise the blade thrust reaction WE Never cut any material over 13 mm 1 2 in diameter E Always wear the shoulder strap when using the brushcutter 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 brushcuiter with the blade located 76 cm 30 in or more above the ground level SYMBOLS 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 SYMBOL 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 satisfaction and safe use Wear eye and hearing protection Wear eye and hearing protection when operating this equipment Keep bystanders away Keep all bystanders at least 15 m 50 ft away Tri Arc blade Tri Arc blade is appropriate for this unit and is suited for cutting pulpy weeds and vines This unit is not intended for use with a toothed saw type blade Wear non slip safety footwear when using this equipm
16. eed See Figure 25 lf after adjustment blade continues to rotate return to an authorised service dealer for repair 19 TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED SERVICE DEALER PROBLEM String will not advance Grass wraps round shaft housing and string head Spool retainer hard to turn Oil drips from silencer POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 String welded to itself 2 Not enough string on spool 3 String worn too short 4 String tangled on spool 5 Engine speed too slow No Screw threads dirty or damaged 1 Operating trimmer at part throttle 2 Check oil fuel mixture 3 Airfilter dirty 4 Carburettor requires adjustment NOTE The carburettor adjustment needle s are equipped with plastic cap s which prevent anticlockwise rotation from the original factory adjustment If your unit exhibits specific performance problem s where the Troubleshooting Section recommends an anticlockwise needle adjustment and no adjustments have been made since original purchase the unit should be taken to a factory authorised service dealer for repair In most cases the needed adjustment is a simple task for the factory trained service represen tative 20 Cutting tall grass at ground level Operating trimmer at part throttle SOLUTION ss Lubricate with silicone spray 2 Install more string Refer to String Replace ment earlier in this manual
17. eeeceeeeeeeesaeeeessaeeeesegeesenaaees 100 Sound power level in accordance with ISO 10884 0 0 eecccccseeeccecceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeceeseeeeseeeeeseaeseeeseeeeeeeesseaeeeeesaeeeeeeeeaas 112 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS PACKING LIST FOR OWNER S KIT E Carefully remove the product from the carton WE Grass deflector E Inspect the product to make sure no breakage or E Blade guard damage occurred during carriage E Tri Arc blade WE Do not discard the packing material until you have E Shoulder strap h inspected and operated the product E Silencer guard torque wrench and screws E Front J handle M Holding pin E Spanners 13mm 1 2 in and 16 mm 5 8 in E Fixings E Operators manual FEATURES ENGINE HOUSING CUTTING LINE THROTTLE GRASS DEFLECTOR INTERLOCK IGNITION SWITCH FRONT J HANDLE STARTER GRIP LINE CUT OFF BLADE THROTTLE TRIGGER STRAP HANGER GEAR HEAD SHOULDER BLADE GUARD ner f j j Fig 1 TRI ARC BLADE ASSEMBLY FRONT HANDLE See Figure 2 A barrier handle should be used for ensuring the best l ee 1 4 20 x 1 in control and maximising operator safety BOLT 1 Hold the top and bottom clamp snugly in position on the a GLE 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 in shaft housing so that handle will be located to the operator s left 2 Insert the end of the handle between the clamps 3 Align the bolt holes and push the long bolt 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 in through the handle side 4 Pla
18. efore attempting to remove any obstruction caught or jammed in the blade or before removing and installing the blade Do not attempt to touch or stop the blade when it is rotating A 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 Replace any damaged blade Always make sure blade is installed correctly and securely fastened before each use Failure to do so may cause Serious injury Use only the manufacturer s replacement TRI ARC blade intended for use on this brushcutter Do not use any other blade The 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 Exercise extreme caution when using the blade with this unit Blade thrust is the reaction which 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 Blade thrust may 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 that an unexpecte
19. ent No Smoking Do not smoke when mixing fuel or filling fuel tank Petrol Use unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 R M 2 or higher Use 2 cycle oil for air cooled engines Mix Petrol and Oil Mix the fuel mix thoroughly and also each time before refuelling SYMBOLS SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION f Switch On Off Switch 8 ON to Run O OFF to Stop The purpose of safety symbols Is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures SYMBOL MEANING 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 serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices which may cause property damage Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TECHNICAL DATA Weight VWVITROULTUCL CUTTING ATIAGMIME IIT sired a E E 5 48 Kg MUN Dade se ge sec E E E E E E 5 80 Kg WINS Tno NEA
20. ermany Ryobi Technologies Customer Services Anvil House Tuns Lane Henley on Thames RG9 1SA UK Homelite R T S A BP 50012 95945 Roissy CDG Cedex FRANCE Ryobi Technologies Australia PTY Limited 359 361 Horsley Road Milperra NSW 2214 Australia SAFETY DIRECTIVE SOUND POWER PRESSURE AND HANDLE VIBRATION CHART FOR TRIMMERS BRUSHCUTTERS Information on Noise Emission per European Machine Safety Directive 98 37 EC The individual equipment listed was operated in a manner consistent with normal working conditions The A weighted sound pressure level LpA at the operator s ear and the A weighted sound power level LWA were both measured in accordance with Directive 79 113 EEC Hearing protection is recommended where levels exceed 85 dBA Handle vibration was measured in accordance to ISO 7916 Read the safety precautions section of the manual SOUND PRESSURE SOUND POWER VIBRATION MODEL MODELNO LpA dBA LwA dBpA m s F3040 UT70131 100 112 10 5 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to machinery directive 98 37 EC and EMC directive 89 336 EEC We Homelite Consumer Products Inc 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 USA declare in sole responsibility that the product F3040 UT70131 to which this certificate applies conforms to the basic health and safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 98 37 EC and other relevant directives such as EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and Outdoor Directive 2000 14 EC To effect
21. g Pull starter three times with choke lever at RUN If engine does not start move choke lever to CHOKE and repeat normal starting procedure If engine still fails to start repeat procedure with a new sparking plug 4 Starter rope pulls harder now 4 Contact a service dealer than when new Engine starts but will not Carburettor requires adjustment Turn H needle anticlockwise 1 16 turn If L accelerate low needle cannot be turned anticlockwise do not force plastic limiter caps Contact a service dealer See Figure 25 Engine starts but will only Carburettor requires adjustment Turn H needle anticlockwise 1 16 turn If H run at high speed at half high needle cannot be turned anticlockwise do choke not force plastic limiter caps Contact a service dealer See Figure 25 Engine does not reach full 1 Check oil fuel mixture 1 Use fresh fuel and the correct 2 cycle oil mix speed and emits exces 2 Airfilterdirty 2 Clean the air filter Refer to Replacing and sive smoke Cleaning the Air Filter earlier in this manual 3 Carburettor requires adjustment 3 Turn H needle clockwise 1 16 1 8 turn See Figure 25 Engine starts runs and Carburettor requires adjustment Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase accelerates but will not idle idle speed Blade continues to rotate at Carburettor requires adjustment Turn idle speed screw anticlockwise to reduce idle speed idle sp
22. hemicals and de icing salts 3 Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of petrol Excess fuel should be used up in other 2 cycle engine powered equipment The fuel cap contains a non serviceable filter and a check valve A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor mance If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened the check valve may be faulty or the filter clogged Replace fuel cap if required SPARKING PLUG This engine uses a Champion RCJ 6Y with 0 63 mm 0 025 in electrode gap Use an exact replacement and replace annually 18 TROUBLESHOOTING IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORISED SERVICE DEALER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start 1 No spark 1 Check spark Remove sparking plug Reattach the sparking plug cap and lay sparking plug on metal cylinder Pull the starter rope and watch for spark at sparking plug tip If there is no spark repeat test with a new sparking plug 2 No fuel 2 Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel If bulb does not fill primary fuel delivery system is blocked Contact a service dealer If primer bulb fills engine may be flooded see next item 3 Flooded engine 3 Remove sparking plug turn trimmer so sparking plug hole is aimed at the ground Move choke lever to RUN and pull starter cord 10 to 15 times This will clear excess fuel from engine Clean and reinstall sparking plu
23. his product is powered by a 2 cycle engine and requires pre mixing petrol and 2 cycle oil Pre mix unleaded petrol and 2 cycle engine oil in a clean container approved for petrol WE This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 R M 2 or higher M Do not use any type of pre mixed petrol oil from fuel service stations This includes the pre mixed petrol oil intended for use in mopeds motorcycles etc WE Use high a quality 2 cycle self mixing oil for air cooled engines Do not use motor vehicle oil or 2 cycle outboard oil WE Mix 2 oil into the petrol This is a 50 1 ratio WE Mix the fuel thoroughly and also each time before refuelling WE Mixin small quantities Do not mix quantities larger than usable in a 30 day period A 2 cycle oil containing a fuel stabiliser is recommended FILLING THE TANK 1 Clean surface round fuel cap to prevent contamination 2 Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep fuel from escaping around the cap 3 Carefully pour fuel mixture into the tank Avoid spillage 4 Prior to replacing the fuel cap clean and inspect the gasket 5 Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten Wipe up any fuel spillage Move 9 m 30 ft away from refuelling site before starting engine NOTE Itis normal for smoke to be emitted from a new engine during and after first use A WARNING Always shut off engine
24. ion immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about these symptoms Mix and store fuel in a container approved for petrol Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or flames Wipe up any fuel spillage Move 9 m 30 ft away from refuelling site before starting engine Stop the engine and allow to cool before refuelling or storing the unit Allow the engine to cool empty the fuel tank and secure the unit from moving before transporting in a vehicle SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR TRIMMER USE Replace 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 Make sure all guards straps deflectors and handles are properly and securely attached Use only the manufacturer s replacement string in the cutting head Do not use any other cutting attachment Never operate unit without the grass deflector in place and in good condition Maintain a firm grip on both handles while trimming Keep string head below waist level Never cut with the string head located over 76 cm 30 in or more above the ground After engine stops keep rotating blade in heavy grass or pulpy weeds until it stops Do not operate the brushcuiter unless the blade guard is firmly secured in place and in good condition Use heavy gloves while installing or removing blades Always stop the engine and remove the sparking plug wire b
25. of the spool ARROWS ON SPOOL 5 Repeat above step with second string using the bottom part of spool Do not overfill 6 Replace the spool and the spool retainer Refer to Spool Replacement earlier in this manual s SPRING SPOOL h ANZ Ra Ma NAT BLADE PROTECTOR CONN SA ARROWS ON See Figures 22 NK SL SN SPOOL Always place the blade protector on the blade when the ee unit is not in use The blade protector has clips round the edges to snap over the blade and keep it in place Wear a_ ANCHOR gloves and be cautious when handling the blade HOLE NOTE 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 FIRST STRING FIRST STRING BLADE PROTECTOR 16 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND SILENCER Depending on the type of fuel used the type and amount of oil used and or your operating conditions the exhaust port and silencer may become blocked with carbon deposits If you notice a power loss with your petrol powered tool a qualified service technician will need to remove these PULL COVER TO OPEN deposits to restore performance SPARK ARRESTER The spark arrester must be cleaned or replaced every 25 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product Spark arresters may be in different locations depending on the model purchased Please contact your nearest servi
26. otate the spool into cutting cause possible injury poor performance and may position Push the spool retainer down while pulling on void your warranty string s to manually advance the string and to check for proper assembly of the string head A WARNING Use only original manufacturer s replacement parts E You may make adjustments and repairs described here For other repairs have the trimmer serviced by an authorised service dealer E Consequences of improper maintenance may include excess carbon deposits resulting in loss of performance and discharge of black oily residue dripping from the silencer E Make sure all guards straps deflectors and handles are properly and securely attached to avoid the risk of RETAINER personal injury SPOOL REPLACEMENT EZ LINE TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM NEW PRE WOUND SPOOL See Figures 16 and 17 If replacing string only refer to String Replacement later in this manual Use only 2 4 mm 0 095 in diameter monofilament string Use the manufacturer s replacement string for best perfor mance 1 Stop the engine and disconnect the sparking plug wire Hold the string head and unscrew the spool retainer Turn clockwise 2 Remove the empty spool from the string head Keep the STRING HEAD spring attached to the spool 2 3 To install the new spool make sure the two strings are captured in the slots opposite each other on the new spool Make sure the ends of each string are extended
27. the string DANGEROUS CUTTING AREA ADVANCING THE STRING ADVANCING STRING USING THE EZ LINE TAP ADVANCE SYSTEM DIRECTIONOF BEST TING String advance is controlled by tapping string head on grass ROTATION while running engine at full throttle 1 Run engine at full throttle GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING 2 Tap string head on ground to advance string String CUT OFF BLADE advances each time the head is tapped 3 Several taps may be required until string strikes the cut See Figure 11 This trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut off blade olivate a on the grass deflector For best cutting advance string until fe Resume iOmnG it is trimmed to length by the cut off blade Advance string NOTE If the string is worn too short you may not be able to whenever you hear the engine running faster than normal advance the string by tapping it on the ground If so STOP This will maintain best performance and keep string long THE ENGINE and manually advance the string enough to advance properly ADVANCING THE STRING MANUALLY Push the spool retainer down while pulling on string s to manually advance the string 12 OPERATION OPERATING THE BRUSHCUTTER Hold the brushcutter with the right hand on the trigger handle and the left hand on the left handle Keep a firm grip with both hands while in operation Brushcutter should be held at a comfortable position with the trigger handle about hip height Maintain your grip
28. ve the upper flange washer from the gear shaft and retain for blade installation 4 Remove the grass deflector by pushing in on the three locking tabs while pulling on the grass deflector to separate from the blade guard NOTE Store the string head parts together for later use FOUR SCREWS MOUNTING CLAMP THREADED MOUNTING PLATES GRASS DEFLECTOR GEAR HEAD UPPER FLANGE WASHER DEFLECTOR SPANNER 16 mm HOLDINGPIN ra DRIVE CONNECTOR SPOOL RETAINER STRING HEAD Fig 7 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE BLADE See Figure 8 1 Place the upper flange washer over the gear shaft with the hollow side toward the blade guard 2 Centre the blade on the upper flange making sure the blade sits flat Install the cupped washer with the raised centre away from the blade Install the blade nut The blade turns anticlockwise from the operator s position 3 Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange washer and the hole in the gear head Using the 13 mm 1 2 in spanner supplied turn the blade nut anticlockwise 4 Tighten nut securely CONVERTING FROM BRUSHCUTTER TO TRIMMER REMOVING THE BLADE See Figure 8 1 Place the holding pin through the slot in the upper flange washer and the gear head Turn the blade nut clockwise to remove 2 Remove the cupped washer and the blade 3 Remove the upper flange washer from the gear shaft and retain for the string head install
29. ys stop the engine and remove the sparking plug wire before making any adjustments or repairs except for carburettor adjustments SAFETY SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BRUSHCUTTER AND BLADE USE Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners fuel leaks etc Replace any damaged parts before use The string head or blade will rotate during carburettor adjustments It has been reported that vibrations from hand held tools may contribute to a condition called Raynaud s Syn drome 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 It is not known at present what if any vibrations or extent of exposure may contribute to the condition There are measures which can be taken by the operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration a Keep your body warm in cold weather When operat ing 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 d Keep the tool well maintained fasteners tightened and worn parts replaced If you experience any of the symptoms of this condit
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