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Pruner

Owner’s/ Operator’s Manual

Completely read and understand this manual before using this product.

TPS261

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Summary of Contents for TPS261

Page 1: ...Pruner Owner s Operator sManual Completely read and understand this manual before using this product TPS261 ...

Page 2: ...mpensation for any reasonable foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure Contents Page Foreword 1 Contents 1 Safety and Instruction Decals 2 Safety Instructions 3 Operator Safety 3 Pruner Safety 3 Fuel Safety 4 Pruner Operating Safety 4 Product Description 5...

Page 3: ...Pruner attachment Wear ear protection while operating the Pruner attachment The distance between the machine and bystanders shall be at least 15m 50ft Watch for electrical shock Keep sufficient distance away from electrical power line The distance between the machine and electrical power line shall be at least 10m 30ft Wear gloves while operating the Pruner attachment Maximum speed of output axle ...

Page 4: ...e certain the cutting chain has completely stopped moving before inverting the Pruner performing maintenance on or working on the Pruner machine Follow the maintenance instructions beginning on page 16 8 If running problems or excessive vibration occur stop immediately and inspect the unit for the cause If the cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct return the Pruner to you...

Page 5: ... live electrical circuits Never use around electrical power sources and lines Keep the distance between the machine and electrical power line shall be at least 10m Failure to observe this warning can result in serious injury or death 4 Beware of where material will fall after being cut Do not stand underneath falling material 5 Inspect your work area before you begin Remove objects such as broken ...

Page 6: ... Decal 5 Model Name 6 Front Grip 7 Attachment Ring for Shoulder Strap 8 Rear Grip 9 Clutch Drum Housing 10 Engine 11 Air Filter 12 Fuel Tank 13 Throttle Cable and Stop Switch Wires 14 Throttle Trigger and Stop Switch 15 Shoulder Strap 16 Gearcase 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 3 9 15 16 13 12 14 11 10 ...

Page 7: ...rottle cable through the slot in the slotted fitting making sure the cable lug drops into the recessed hole 4 Operate the throttle trigger a few times to make sure that it works correctly 5 Adjust the cable adjuster sleeve so the stop on the carburetor throttle cam just contacts the throttle stop and the cable position keep 1 2mm play between cable lug and slotted fittings when the throttle trigge...

Page 8: ...ecurely tighten the nut on the chain cover using the box spanner provided as an accessory with the product 7 Verify that the saw chain on the central section of the guide bar can be lifted by the fingers 3 to 4 mm off the guide bar CAUTION In order to prevent cuts be sure to wear gloves when handling the guide bar and saw chain Maintain the tension of the saw chain properly at all times If not eno...

Page 9: ...e locating screw through the side of the gearcase Then tighten the clamping screw Shaft Assembly Locating Hole Locating Screw Gearcase Clamping Screw Snap the Hook into the ring on the shaft assembly To detach the shoulder strap quickly from the Pruner pull upward on the Red Band Attaching Shoulder Strap Red Band Shoulder Strap Hook Ring Pull ...

Page 10: ...y seize 2 Regulating oil discharging rate The regulating screw has three positions Minimum Interme diate and Maximum only The regulating screw is set to Intermediate at the time of ship ping It is recommended that the product be used with this setting for ordinary use Increase the discharging rate when cutting hard branches or branches with a lot of resin pitch or when the viscosity of the oil is ...

Page 11: ...at can build up pressure inside a fuel tank WHAT CAN HAPPEN Fuel can be sprayed on you when removing fuel tank cap HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Remove fuel tank cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray DANGER POTENTIAL HAZARD In certain conditions petrol is extremely flammable and highly explosive WHAT CAN HAPPEN A fire or explosion from petrol can burn you others and cause property damage HOW TO AVO...

Page 12: ...ol or failure to mix oil with the petrol at the appropriate ratio will cause major engine damage which will void your warranty Fuel Mixture Chart Mixing Instructions IMPORTANT Never mix petrol and oil directly in the Pruner fuel tank 1 Always mix fuel and oil in a clean container approved for petrol 2 Mark the container to identify it as fuel mix for the Pruner 3 Use regular unleaded petrol and fi...

Page 13: ...my or full of bubbles 2 Turn the choke lever to the close position 3 With the stop switch to the START ON position and the throttle trigger positioned at fast idle start position pull the starter grip 4 After the engine is started turn the choke lever to the open position Then squeeze and release the throttle trigger to allow it to return to the idle position If the engine stops running before you...

Page 14: ...onal protective equipment and observe all safety instructions Keep hands and body away from the saw chain When the throttle trigger is released the engine should return to an idle speed The correct speed is 2700 3300 min 1 or just below the clutch engagement speed To adjust the engine idle speed rotate the idle speed adjustment screw on the carburetor Turn the idle speed screw in clockwise to incr...

Page 15: ...lamping knob firmly WARNING Wear a hat or helmet protective glasses gloves and ear plugs while working Furthermore wear a dust mask whenever a lot of pol len or chipping powder is expected which may be harmful for the health CAUTION Read the Safety instructions beginning on page 3 concerning proper use of the Pruner WARNING Always stop the engine and set the guide bar cover when adjusting the leng...

Page 16: ...ut a section slightly away and on the lower side of the desired area of the branch to be cut 2 Then start cutting from the upper side of the branch 3 Thereafter cut into the lower side where the desired area of branch is to be cut 4 Finally cut through from the upper side where the branch is to be cut cutting the branch off IMPORTANT If the guide bar or saw chain jams into the branch do not force ...

Page 17: ...Fuel Filter Replacement The fuel filter is attached to the end of the fuel pick up hose inside the tank To replace the fuel filter 1 Make sure the fuel tank is empty 2 Loosen the fuel tank cap and pull up and remove the cap holder 3 Using a wire hook gently pull the fuel filter out through the fuel filler opening 4 Grasp the fuel hose next to the fuel filter fitting and remove the filter but do no...

Page 18: ...rth a couple of times to loosen the boot then pull the boot off of the spark plug 2 Remove the spark plug 3 Clean the electrodes with a stiff brush 4 Adjust the electrode air gap to 0 6 0 7 mm 5 Replace the spark plug if it is oil fouled damaged or if the electrodes are worn down 6 Do not over tighten the spark plug when installing The tightening torque is 10 7 16 6 N m 0 6 0 7mm Cooling Fin Clean...

Page 19: ...e Spark Arrester Maintenance 1 With the engine at ambient room temperature loosen the knob and remove the air filter cover 2 Twist the high tension lead boot on the spark plug back and forth a couple of times to loosen the boot then pull the boot off of the spark plug 3 Loosen the knob and lift off the cylinder cover 4 Remove and clean the tail gasket and spark arrester with a safety solvent and a...

Page 20: ...oughout IMPORTANT The efficiency of this work greatly impacts the sharpness of the cutter It is recommended that sharpening be performed often Be sure to use an appropriate file for sharpening the saw chain cutters Adjusting depth gauge The depth gauge determines how deep the cutter cuts into the wood 1 When the cutter lengths become shorter due to sharpening the depth gauge must also be cut back ...

Page 21: ...1 When work using the pruner is finished for the day remove the guide bar and saw chain from the pruner 2 Remove any wood chips or other particles attached to the groove of the guide bar or in the oil hole Be particularly certain that no particles are clogging the oil hole 3 Remove wood chips and other particles around the oil discharge hole and around the sprocket on the main unit of the pruner I...

Page 22: ...and Tightening The BUSHRANGER Pruner will provide maximum performance for many many hours if it is maintained properly Good maintenance includes regular checking of all fasteners for correct tightness and cleaning the entire machine WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD When engine is running saw chain and other parts are moving WHAT CAN HAPPEN Contact with moving saw chain or other moving parts could cause se...

Page 23: ...sn t pushed enough Engine flooded Move switch to on position Fill fuel tank Press primer bulb until fuel flows through the fuel return line Use warm engine starting procedure Engine will not Idle Idle speed set incorrectly Set Idle speed Engine lacks power or stalls when cutting Throttle wire has come loose Dirty air filter Clogged spark arrester or exhaust port Tighten throttle wire Clean or repl...

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