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Operator’s Manual

user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts

271MT / 281MT Multi-Tool

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Read this manual carefully before operating the machine

Original Instructions Version June13

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Page 1: ...perator s Manual user manual maintenance instructions and spare parts 271MT 281MT Multi Tool www mitoxgm co uk Read this manual carefully before operating the machine Original Instructions Version June13 ...

Page 2: ... fast running power tool and is designed to be used in a domestic application with the attachments supplied The Brushcutter attachment is designed for cutting grass and light brush the hedge trimmer attachment for trimming new growth on hedges and the Pole Pruner for cutting up to 4 branches supplied with 281MT only ...

Page 3: ...k indicates hints or useful directions in the use of the product IMPORTANT NOTE Component Location 1 Fuel tank 2 stroke mixture 2 Engine starter 3 Carburettor air filter 4 Safety lever 5 Throttle control lever 6 Ignition switch 7 Harness hanger 8 Loop handle 8A Rubber hand grip 9 Transmission shaft 10 Attachment shaft 11 Safety guard 12 Gear box 13 Nylon head 14 Optional cutting blade 15 Cutting b...

Page 4: ... goggles helmet and ear defenders Wear security shoes and gloves Beware Keep hands and feet away from moving parts Always keep a safe distance from the cutting parts Hot surface Risk of burn Danger Risk of intoxication Danger Risk of fire or explosion Directive 2000 14 CE Guaranteed noise levels Beware of objects being thrown from the operating zone Warning Keep all people animals and vulnerable o...

Page 5: ...ls from the authorised servicing dealer and replace the damaged labels When applying new labels first wipe away any dirt and dry the surface before applying the new label in the same place as the original label Explanation of Symbols on the Machine For safe operation and maintenance symbols are carved in relief on the machine FUEL TANK Fuel tank 2 stroke mix Position Fuel cap CHOKE OPERATION Start...

Page 6: ...ing the blades and fit the safety guards when not in use When using this Multi Tool for the first time take it to a wide clear open space start the engine and practice handling the Multi Tool until you are sure that you will be able to handle it properly in actual operation You should never use this Multi Tool when under the influence of alcohol suffering from exhaustion or lack of sleep suffering...

Page 7: ...ack of sleep tiredness or physical exhaustion results in lower attention spans and this in turn can lead to accidents and injury Work Clothing and Safety Equipment When using the product you should wear proper clothing and protective equipment Helmet Protection goggles or face protector Ear protectors Thick work gloves Non slip sole work boots When using your Multi Tool always wear strong durable ...

Page 8: ...able never store cans of fuel or refill the fuel tank in any place where there is a source of heat or fire which might ignite the fuel Do not smoke whilst operating the Multi Tool or refilling keep lit cigarettes away from the Multi Tool at all times When refilling the fuel tank always stop the engine first and carefully make sure that there are no sparks or naked flames anywhere nearby before ref...

Page 9: ...r make sure that there are no loose screws or bolts fuel leaks ruptures dents broken guards or any other problems which might interfere with safe operation Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting head when the engine is running Before Starting the Engine Carefully check the work area to make sure that no obstacles exist within a perimeter of 15metres around the Multi Tool before starting...

Page 10: ...ose them to danger Keep work area clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Injury may result from flying debris If grass or other objects get caught in the Multi Tool during operation always stop the engine before removing the object Never touch the spark plug or plug HT cable while the engine is in operation doing so may result in an electrical shock Never touch the exhaust spark...

Page 11: ...ing ratio is 40 1 FUEL WITH NO OIL RAW PETROL will cause severe damage to the engine which is not covered by manufacturer s warranty Use fresh unleaded petrol 95 RON and semi synthetic oil specially made for high performance two stroke engines Mix in a ratio of 40 parts petrol to 1 part of oil By using two stroke oil specially made for two stroke engines you will reduce the formation of ash and ca...

Page 12: ...rage It is important to only use good quality fresh fuel mix Fuelling Shake the fuel container to thoroughly mix the two stroke oil and petrol Clean dirt from around the fuel cap before removing Pour two stroke fuel into the fuel tank with a filtered funnel up to 80 of the fuel tank s capacity Replace the fuel cap and tighten securely Spilled fuel must be wiped away from the Multi Tool before star...

Page 13: ...13 Installing the Loop Handle Assembly Fix the loop handle to the shaft over the rubber block provided Adjust to a comfortable working position then tighten the fixing screws securely Upper Handle Rubber Block Fixing Screws Drive Shaft Lower Handle To Gear Case ...

Page 14: ...tted to the guard is sharp and can cause injury always wear gloves Installing the Guard Lay the brushcutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up Line up the 4 screw holes in the guard with the bracket on the shaft Insert 4 screws through the guard into the captive nuts in the bracket and tighten ...

Page 15: ...te the gear box shaft until the hole in the holder A lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Insert the Allen key into the hole in the plastic guard and into the holder A Screw the nylon head anti clockwise turn left onto the threaded shaft on the end of the gearbox Make sure that the nylon head is securely locked in position and remove the Allen key A A ...

Page 16: ...NJURY TO PERSONS AND PROPERTY COULD RESULT Rotate the gear box shaft until the hole in the holder A lines up with the slot in the plastic guard Insert the Allen key into the hole in the plas tic guard and into holder A Place the 3 tooth blade on the holder A centring the blade on the raised centre Fit the holder B and then the washer Screw the nut anti clockwise turn left and tighten using the spa...

Page 17: ...lengths 5 Make a loop folded at one end of each of the two nylon cords and insert these into the two holes provided on the bobbin b Wind the lines clockwise maintaining an even and firm tension onto the bobbin being careful not to twist the line 6 After winding the cord insert both ends into the notches on the bobbin c 7 Introduce each end of the cords into the holes provided d The cords should st...

Page 18: ...reduce the engine speed so the engine idles Make sure that the cutting head has stopped rotating switch off the engine and remove the material Put the brushcutter on the ground and check that the cutting head has not been damaged If necessary change the cutting head If the head is only wrapped by vegetation remove by hand and clean the cutting head Always wear safety gloves for this operation and ...

Page 19: ...a 4mm Allen key tighten the clamping bolt 2 The thickness of fresh growth green branches which may be cut using this hedge trimmer is limited to up to approximately 10mm Never try to cut branches thicker than this as doing so may result in damage to the hedge trimmer Operation Adjusting the angle of the cutting blades 1 Stop the engine 2 Turn the clamp bolt located on the top of the trimming mecha...

Page 20: ...itted at the point where it can be used to secure the tip of the blades when the hedgetrimmer is folded for storage Ensure that the two flat feet are facing the ground to support the hedgetrimmer when it is placed flat on the floor Blade information Never cut hedges thicker than 10mm and only fresh growth If wire is caught by the blades damage can occur which is not covered by the warranty When sh...

Page 21: ...the bar back rapidly toward the operator Pinching can occur whenever wood closes in around the moving chain Both kickback and pinching may cause you to lose control of the pole pruner which could result in serious personal injury Understand kickback and pinching Keep a firm grip on the pole pruner with both hands whenever the engine is running A firm grip will help you reduce the effects of kickba...

Page 22: ...nto the gearbox until the locating hole 4 in the drive shaft is visible through the locating hole in the gearbox 5 Insert the locating screw 1 into the gearbox and tighten Using a 4mm Allen key tighten the clamping bolt 2 Install the guide bar and the saw chain on the gearbox as follows 1 Guide bar 2 Saw chain 3 Gearbox 4 Sprocket 5 Chain tension adjust screw 6 Nut 7 Chain tensioner 8 Chain cover ...

Page 23: ... the guide bar Install the chain cover 8 and fasten the mounting nut 6 to finger tightness Turn the adjuster screw 5 clockwise until the chain does not sag from the underside of the guide bar Fully tighten the chain cover nut 6 Wearing protective gloves pull the chain around the guide bar by hand to check that the chain has the correct tension without any tight spots It is important to maintain th...

Page 24: ...g the saw Checking the Oil Supply After starting the engine run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil is thrown off as shown Adjusting the Oil Flow Rate Never fill the oil reservoir or adjust the oiler with the engine running An increase in bar oil flow rate will speed oil consumption requiring more frequent checks on the oil reservoir The guide bar and chain are lubricated automatically ...

Page 25: ...sed in slightly in order to turn Failure to do so could damage the pump and screw With a screwdriver push in on the oil flow rate adjusting screw and turn in the desired direction There are 3 incremental settings Clockwise decrease lubrication Counter clockwise increase lubrication When storing the pole pruner attachment to prevent oil from seeping through the pump either 1 Empty the oil tank 2 La...

Page 26: ...ockage Guide Bar Remove sawdust in the bar groove 2 and the bar oiling port 3 Grease the nose sprocket 4 from the feeding port on the tip of the bar 5 with a sprocket grease gun Oregon Part Number 21939 Gearbox Apply 2 or 3 pumps of grease every 15 hours of operation via the grease port 6 DO NOT force grease into the gear box Always use lithium based grease 1 6 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 27: ... unit Clamp the guide bar in a vice to secure Sharpen chain with a 5 32 file and holder Oregon part number 16265 Place your file on the cutter and push straight forward Keep the file position as illustrated a After every cutter has been set check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated b Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as illustrated c 1 Depth gaug...

Page 28: ...3 Attaching the Tools Extension Shafts to the Power Unit Rest the power unit shaft assembly on a flat firm surface Ensure that the clamping wing nut 1 is loose Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly 2 into coupler 3 whilst pulling out locator pin 4 2 3 4 1 ...

Page 29: ...fter the attachment drive shaft is in the coupler release the locator pin Turn the attachment drive shaft 5 until the locator pin engages with the locating hole 6 in the drive shaft when this has happened it will not be possible to twist the drive shaft Secure the drive shaft by tightening the clamping wing nut 7 5 6 7 ...

Page 30: ...hanism Cold Engine Starting Rest the unit on a flat firm surface Keep the cutter head off the ground and clear of surrounding objects as they may start moving upon starting of the engine Fig 1 Push the air purge bulb a until fuel Fig 2 Move the choke lever c to the closed is visible in the clear return fuel line b position Set the ignition switch d to the START I position 281MT only hold the safet...

Page 31: ... Allow the engine to warm up before use When cutting always use the machine on full throttle Hot Engine Starting Set the ignition switch d to the start position I Pull the starter rope until the engine starts If the engine does not start after 5 pulls use the cold start procedure Overchoking Should the engine become flooded due to overchoking turn the ignition switch off unscrew the spark plug wip...

Page 32: ...en carrying by hand the cutting head should be pointing backwards Ensure the Multi Tool is secure when transporting in a vehicle and the tank is drained of fuel Maintenance IMPORTANT After every use check that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened and tighten if necessary In the event of an accident breakdown or blockage ensure the engine is turned off before any work is carried out to r...

Page 33: ...xture setting has been set at the factory and will not need adjusting Adjusting the idle speed If adjustment is necessary turn the T screw b clock wise until the cutter head starts to move then turn the screw T anticlockwise until the cutter head stops If the idle speed cannot be adjusted to stop the cutting head moving at idle contact your dealer for repair before use Safety Lock The safety lock ...

Page 34: ...l Put the spark plug back in Remove the fuel from the machine Check the Multi Tool for damage or problems at the intervals shown in the service schedule Hedge Trimmer Blades After each session of operation oil the cutting blades with light oil Hedge Trimmer Gearbox Lubricant Always be sure to use lithium based grease DO NOT force grease into the gear box apply 2 or 3 pumps of grease every 15 hours...

Page 35: ... start power loss Check that the fuel tank is not empty Fill with mixed fuel The fuel does not reach the carburettor Change the fuel filter in the fuel tank There is water in the fuel Drain and clean the fuel system The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter There are carbon deposits in the exhaust muffler restricting the engine Clean or change the muffler Spark plug is worn Replace s...

Page 36: ...ettor if necessary Spark plug BPMR7A Clean and readjust plug gap X GAP 025 0 6 0 7mm Replace if necessary Cylinder fins Intake air cool ing vent Clean X Air filter Clean X Muffler Spark arrestor cylinder exhaust port Clean X Shaft Throttle lever ignition switch Check operation X Screws nuts bolts Tighten replace X Not adjustment screws Gear Case Check X Pole Pruner Oiling Port Clean X Guide Bar Cl...

Page 37: ...40 Oil 1 Carburettor Diaphragm type Spark Plug Torch L8RTC or NGK R BPMR7A Transmission Centrifugal clutch spur gear cam crank Fixation hole diameter mm 25 4 EX BC When used with extention shaft as brushcutter Dry Weight w o harness gasoline 6 4 kg 6 7kg Overall size LxWxH 1800mmx380mmx250mm Reduction ratio 22 17 Cutting head Cutting width 3 teeth blade 255mm Nylon head 415mm 3 teeth blade thickne...

Page 38: ...30x250mm Reduction ratio 4 1 Cutting head Type Reciprocating Double blade Pitch 30mm Effective cut Length 400mm 550mm Angle adjust range 90 220 EX PS When used as pruner saw Dry Weight w o shoulder strap gasoline 6 4kg 6 6kg Overall size LxWxH 2100mmx230mmx250mm Reduction ratio 0 94 Cutting head Guide bar size 10inches 250mm Saw chain Pitch x Gauge 3 8x0 042 in 9 53x1 07mm Oil pump Plunger type Sp...

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Page 40: ...ge Incorrect assembly adjustment or operation of the product Spare parts that are subject to wear e g safety parts blades blade supports bearings cables guards deflectors spark plugs air filters etc Neither does warranty extend to Freight and packing costs Use of non genuine spare parts i e those from another manufacturer Use of the machine for any other purpose than that for which it was designed...

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