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Grass Trimmer-Brushcutter Terms
TERM
DEFINITION
Air Filter
Filters air used by the engine for combustion. Keeps dirt and
dust out of the engine to help extend engine life.
Alternative Stop Procedure
Procedure used to stall engine if Stop switch malfunctions and
unit does not stop when switch is moved to stop position.
Move choke lever to Cold Start (Choke) position to stall en-
gine.
ANSI Z87.1
American National Standards Institute safety standard for
safety glasses. Safety glasses and goggles that meet the
requirements of this standard are marked with this number.
Anti-vibration System
A design that minimizes the vibration created during operation.
Reduced vibration helps reduce operator fatigue and risk of
injury.
Barrier Bar
A protective device that restrains rearward movement of a unit.
Binding
Slowing or stopping of cutting attachment caused by a restric-
tion, or by resistance to the cutting action
Blade Cover
Optional protective plastic cover used to prevent accidental
contact with blades. Used when carrying, transporting, or
storing unit.
Blade Thrust
A forceful push created by a blade when sudden cutting resis-
tance occurs.
Blades
Devices that are used to cut or trim shrubs, bushes, and other
vegetation.
Brush Blade
A circular metal blade designed to cut light woody growth such
as brush.
Brushcutter
SRM (Straight Shaft) unit using a rotating blade to cut weeds,
brush, small trees, and small vegetation.
Carburetor
Mixes fuel and air together so combustion can tank place in
engine.
Catalytic Muffler
Reduces noise and emissions.
Choke Control Lever
Controls choke open/closed settings. Used for starting/running
engine. Also used for emergency stops.
Clearing Blade
A circular metal blade designed to cut small trees and sap-
lings.
Clutch
Centrifugal device that transmits rotary motion of crankshaft to
the gear case assembly.
Clutch Engagement Speed
The engine speed or R.P.M. at which the clutch engages and
transmits power to a drive shaft or sprocket.
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