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FBent Shaft Trimmer

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Cast Trimmer  Head 

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Shoulder Strap

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Universal Handle

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Trimmer Guard

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3mmØ Nylon line 20pc 
(Grey)

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Spark Plug Wrench

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Allen Key

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Allen Key

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Reversible Screw Driver

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Hook, Shoulder Strap

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Engine Stop Switch

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Throttle Lever

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Presence Release

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Spark Plug Boot

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Engine Shroud Cowling

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Fuel Primer Pump

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Starter Chord Lever

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Choke Lever

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Air Filter Housing Cover

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Petrol Tank

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Shaft Coupling

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Trimmer Line - Bump 
Head

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Bent Lower Shaft

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Upper Shaft

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Do not operate the VICTA Trimmer 
before reading all Safety & 
Handling sections.

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Summary of Contents for Victa

Page 1: ...N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n WARNING Read this manual before operating your VICTA trimmer Line Trimmer Assembly and Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...t at least 15 m from the machine Protect the machine from rain and damp Tool continues to run some seconds after switching off motor Be careful of objects being thrown out CAUTION Hot machine parts Keep your distance Read the instructions carefully Ensure you are familiar with all controls safety precautions outlined in this document before operating the machine Stay alert and watch what you are d...

Page 3: ...ck Start Quick Start 1 Features Definitions Features Definitions 2 Safety Handling Safety Instructions 4 Hazards 5 Personal Safety Equipment 6 Assembly Procedures Handle Assembly 7 Carry Strap Assembly 7 Guard Assembly 7 Shaft Assembly 8 Trimmer Line Assembly 9 Cutting Head Assembly 12 Operating Instructions Fuelling Procedures 13 Starting Instructions 14 Stopping Instructions 17 Trimming Tips 16 ...

Page 4: ... assembly instructions on page 7 Quick Start Guide Place the trimmer on a hard level surface Press the PRIMER 10 times 1 Get ready PRIMER 1 Set STOP switch to the ON position I Set the choke lever to COLD 2 Set 3 Go Slightly pull out the starter cord until you feel it resist Then tug sharply on the starter cord 2 or 3 times Tug sharply on the starter cord as before 2 or 3 pulls should start your t...

Page 5: ... Strap 11 Engine Stop Switch 12 Throttle Lever 13 Presence Release 14 Spark Plug Boot 15 Engine Shroud Cowling 16 Fuel Primer Pump 17 Starter Chord Lever 18 Choke Lever 19 Air Filter Housing Cover 20 Petrol Tank 21 Shaft Coupling 22 Trimmer Line Bump Head 23 Bent Lower Shaft 24 Upper Shaft 2 1 4 3 8 7 6 5 9 Do not operate the VICTA Trimmer before reading all Safety Handling sections 452 3 4 3 22 4...

Page 6: ...n Key 9 Reversible Screw Driver 10 Hook Shoulder Strap 11 Engine Stop Switch 12 Throttle Lever 13 Presence Release 14 Spark Plug Boot 15 Engine Shroud Cowling 16 Fuel Primer Pump 17 Starter Chord Lever 18 Choke Lever 19 Air Filter Housing Cover 20 Petrol Tank 21 Shaft Coupling 22 Trimmer Line Bump Head 23 Straight Lower Shaft 24 Upper Shaft 25 Braket Trimmer Guard 10 11 13 12 18 19 20 16 17 15 14 ...

Page 7: ...unning erratically Have it serviced promptly Keep handles free of oil and fuel Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency Stop the engine when the unit is unattended Never leave engine running while unattended Never allow children or unauthorised persons to operate the unit Do not leave the unit on dry cuttings when it is Hot as a risk of fire is present Do not cover muffler or restrict ...

Page 8: ...and muffler when the unit is running Do not strike objects that may cause harm or damage to the unit Maintenance Safety Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before clearing blockages checking or working on the unit Clean carbon from the muffler at exhaust outlet frequently Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug and inspect the unit if it begins to vibrate abnormally or if it strikes a ...

Page 9: ...r debris Do not start or operate the unit inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can kill Be careful when operating the unit on slippery ground or overgrown terrain Be attentive for concealed hazards such as ditches tree stumps and roots Maintain solid footing and balance while operating the unit Cut only on ground level Never use the unit without the guard securely in place Do n...

Page 10: ...guard to the lower bent shaft head spindle and ensure is seated in location Fig 5 3 Screw the guard hood tightly in position with the fastening screw Fig 6 Carry Strap Harness Assembly Fitting the Carrying Strap Harness The strap is intended to help you work safely ergonomically with the machine Hook the strap into the fastening eyelet Slip the strap over the shoulder Set the length of the shoulde...

Page 11: ...Shaft Assembly Split Shaft Models only Locking the pin 2 into the shaft hole 5 ensures full engagement of drive shafts Failure to fully engage drive shafts will damage the connection void product warranty Fig 11 Do not Start or Run engine without shafts guards fully assembled Take care when fitting tightening Beware of pinch points 4 Then firmly re tighten the knob 1 see Fig 12 5 To disassembly re...

Page 12: ... end by locking into one of the four notches on the top of the spool Repeat process with other half of the line winding in the SAME DIRECTION on the lower spool and hold the line end in an opposite notch 5 Put the spool back into the cover Remove one end of the line from the spool notch push it into an Eyelet slot Repeat for the other end of the line into the opposing Eyelet slot Pull both ends of...

Page 13: ...ut performance is not satisfactory Do not operate the bump head with parts missing such as the spring or eyelets Do not operate the bump head if the cover is not secured by the Cover Clips Do not operate the bump head if components are damaged or excessively worn Bump Head Assembly 1 Housing 2 Arbor 3 Spring 4 Spool 5 Eyelet 2 6 Cover Cover Clips Eyelet Slot Slots in middle plate Upper Spool Notch...

Page 14: ...ne into the head 6 To remove used line bend new line as in 1 slide new line under used line through slot in cast head 7 Holding both ends of the new line together pull the old line out of the cast head Repeat process for the other side 8 Only use genuine VICTA 3mm diameter nylon trimmer line in the Cast Alloy Head Unequal lengths of line or mounting of line off centre will cause vibration damage t...

Page 15: ...Always disconnect the spark plug lead before and work is done on the trimmer Never operate the machine without a cutting head fitted Never fit an alternative cutting head that has not been recommended by the manufacturer BENT CURVED SHAFT CUTTING HEAD 1 Replace blade protector 2 Align hole in Mounting Washer slot in spindle 3 Insert Allen Key into hole firmly support to lock shaft rotation 4 Grip ...

Page 16: ...eck all the safety devices Always use the shoulder strap when using the machine Switch off the engine before you take off the shoulder strap Check the machine for the following each time before use That there are no leaks in the fuel system That the cutting unit and all safety devices are in perfect condition That all screws are securely fastened Fuel and Oil NOTE Product may need to be reprimed i...

Page 17: ...ce control 1 b Press throttle lever 2 Let go of the throttle release throttle lever 5 Set the choke lever to the COLD position see Fig 3 6 Pull out the starter cord until you feel it start to resist Then tug sharply on the starter cord 2 or 3 times or until the engine tries to start The engine may start or run for a short period set on cold Choke can be set to hot while the engine is running The C...

Page 18: ...he product Warranty Starting the Engine To increase the length of nylon trimming line when using the Bump Head 1 Run the trimmer at maximum RPM while firmly bumping the spool on the ground 2 The line will come out incrementally each time head is bumped 3 Check the length after each bumping and repeat till the required length is achieved 4 Bump and feed the line before it becomes too short and fall...

Page 19: ...re Test area to be trimmed for proper cutting height Keep string head at same level for even depth of cut Trimming around foundations brick or stone walls curves etc will result in above normal string wear Fence Foundation Trimming Approach trimming around chain link fences picket fences rock walls and foundations slowly to cut close without whipping string against the barrier If the string comes ...

Page 20: ...ent by washing in soapy water and allowing it to dry completely 4 Soak in 2 stroke oil and squeeze off excess 5 Assemble in reverse order Never clean the air filter with petrol or inflammable solvents Make sure Air Filter is fitted correctly warranty will be void if engine is damaged due to incorrect fitment Maintenance of the air filter Always switch off the machine and pull out of spark plug H T...

Page 21: ... the engine 4 Allow the engine to run at idling speed until it stops This will clean the remainder of the fuel out of the carburettor 5 Leave the machine to cool approx 5 minutes 6 Remove the spark plug 7 Place a teaspoon full of 2 stroke engine oil into the combustion chamber Pull the starter cable several times carefully to wet the internal components with the oil Refit the spark plug 8 Clean th...

Page 22: ... manual All repair work must be carried out by a VICTA Authorised Service Centre Features Requirements Before After finish Refuelling Monthly Yearly If damaged As required Trimmer Visual inspection leaks Throttle lever Check operation Throttle trigger interlock Check Stop switch Check Fuel tank Clean Cutting Head Assy Check clean Gearbox Grease straight shaft Air filter Check Clean Replace Dependi...

Page 23: ...ent fuel with spark Excessive wear on cylinder piston rings Contact Service Centre Loose spark plug Tighten spark plug No fuel in carburettor with spark No fuel in tank Refuel Loose fuel line fitting Contact Service Centre Contact Service Centre Clogged fuel line Contact Service Centre Plugged air vent in fuel tank Clean vent Contact Service Centre Insufficient power Clogged air filter Clean Block...

Page 24: ...uptly Shorting of spark plug Clean spark plug Piston scored ignition failure Contact Service Centre Miscellaneous Fuel tank empty Refuel Carburettor or fuel tank clogged Contact Service Centre Engine is difficult to shut off Overheated engine Run at idle Overheating or electrical fault Overheated spark plug Clean and adjust gap to 0 7mm 0 25 Defective kill switch Contact Service Centre Poor contac...

Page 25: ...N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n 22 NOTES ...

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Page 27: ...N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n 24 NOTES ...

Page 28: ...tton Australia Pty Ltd All rights reserved No part of this booklet may be reproduced by any means without prior written permission All information herein is subject to change without notice 2100 C JRM PB Revised 04 07 2017 2100 B JRM PB Production 03 07 2017 2100 A JRM PB Production 20 06 2017 ECR Rev Own Chk Release Date ...

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