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1.  SAFETY WARNINGS 

 

Proper  safety  precautions  must  be  observed.  Like  all  power  equipment  this  unit  must  be  handled 

carefully. DO NOT EXPOSE YOURSELF OR OTHERS TO DANGER.   

Follow  these  general  rules.  Do  not  permit  others  to  use  this  machine  unless  they  are  thoroughly 

responsible and have read, and understand the machine manual and are trained in its operation. 

 

Always  wear  safety  goggles  for  eye  protection.  Dress  properly;  do  not  wear  loose  clothing  or 

jewelry  that  could  become  caught  in  moving  parts  of  the  unit.  Safe,  sturdy,  nonskid  footwear 

should always be worn. Long hair should be tied back. It is recommended that legs and feet be 

covered to protect from flying debris during operation. 

 

Inspect the entire machine for loose parts (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.)and any damage. Repair or 

replace as necessary before using the machine. DO NOT USE any attachment with this power 

head  other  than  the  ones  recommended  by  our  company.  Serious  injury  to  the  operator  or 

bystanders could result as well as damage to the machine. 

 

Keep the handles free from oil and fuel. 

 

Always use proper handles and shoulder strap when cutting. 

 

Do not smoke while mixing fuel or filling tank. 

 

Do not mix fuel in an enclosed room or near open flames. Assure adequate ventilation. 

 

Always mix and store the fuel in a properly marked container that is approved by local codes and 

ordinances for such usage. 

 

Never remove the fuel tank cap while the engine is running. 

 

Never start or run the engage inside a closed room or building. Fumes from the exhaust contain 

dangerous carbon monoxide. 

 

Never attempt to make engine adjustments while the unit is running and strapped to the operator. 

Always make engine adjustments with the unit resting on a flat, clear surface. 

 

Do  not  use  the  unit  if  it  is  damaged  or  poorly  adjusted.  Never  remove  the  machine’s  guard. 

Serious injury to the operator or bystanders could result as well as damage to the machine. 

 

Inspect  the  area  to  be  cut  and  remove  all  debris  that  could  become  entangled  in  the  nylon 

cutting head. Also remove any objects that the unit may throw during cutting.   

 

Keep children away. Onlookers should be kept at a safe distance from the work area, at least 15 

meters (50 FEET). 

 

Never leave the machine unattended. 

 

Do  not  use  this  unit  for  any  job  other  than  those  for  which  it  is  intended  as  described  in  this 

manual. 

 

Do  not  overreach.  Keep  proper  footing  and  balance  at  all  times.  Do  not  run  the  unit  while 

standing on a ladder or on any other unstable footing location. 

 

Keep hands and feet clear of the nylon cutting head or blade while unit is in use. 

 

Do not use this type of machine for sweeping away debris. 

 

Do not use the unit when you are tired, ill or under the influence of medication ,drugs or alcohol. 

 

Use nylon cutting head which is free of damage. If a stone or any other obstacle is hit, stop the 

engine and check the nylon cutting head. A broken or unbalanced nylon cutting head must never 

be used. 

 

Do not store in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach an open flame from hot water heaters, 

furnaces, etc. Store in a locked, well-ventilated area only. 

 

Ensure safe and proper performance of your product. These part are available from your dealer. 

The use of any other accessories or attachments may cause a potential hazard or injury to the 

user, damage to the machine and void this warranty. 

 

Clean the machine completely, especially, the fuel tank, its surroundings, and the air cleaner. 

 

When  refueling,  be  sure  to  stop  the  engine  and  confirm  that  it  is  cooled  down..  Never  refuel 

when the engine is running or hot. When gasoline spills, be sure to wipe it up completely dispose 

Summary of Contents for RAC42PB-2

Page 1: ...ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GASOLINE BRUSH CUTTER GRASS TRIMMER RAC42PB 2 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Read carefully this manual before any use BUILDER 32 rue Aristide Berg s ZI 31270 Cugnaux France...

Page 2: ...resting on a flat clear surface Do not use the unit if it is damaged or poorly adjusted Never remove the machine s guard Serious injury to the operator or bystanders could result as well as damage to...

Page 3: ...e or hit it against obstacles Before proceeding to adjust or repair the machine be sure to stop the engine and detach the spark plug When the machine is placed in storage for a long time drain fuel fr...

Page 4: ...turn causes the uncontrolled power tool to be forced in the direction opposite of the accessory s rotation at the point of the binding For example if an abrasive wheel is snagged or pinched by the wor...

Page 5: ...ION AND HEAD PROTECTION WEAR FOOT PROTECTION WEAR GLOVES BEWARE OF FALLING OBJECTS BEWARE OF FOOT INJURY BY CUTTING ATTACHMENT PAY ATTENTION THAT BYSTANDERS ARE NOT INJURED THROUGH FOREIGN OBJECTS THR...

Page 6: ...not operate unit without shield 5 HANDLE this handle can be adjusted at you convenience for comfort 6 DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY Contains a specially designed liner hard drive shaft 7 IGNITION SWITCH slide...

Page 7: ...rding to ISO 22868 Brush cutter 110 dB A Grass trimmer 112 dB A K 3 dB A Guaranteed sound power level 120 dB A Accessories Blade 3 tooth 1 4 230mm Nylon wire 2 5 mm Rotation direction of cutting devic...

Page 8: ...o fix the pin into the hole 2 Tighten the knob bolt securely clockwise direction INSTALLING HANDLE Install handle in bracket Position handle in a comfortable operating position and tighten four bolts...

Page 9: ...alling and removing the blade pay attention to its sharp edges Wear protective gloves Align hole of the upper plate with hole in shaft and put a locking tool such as a wrench Remove the locking nut an...

Page 10: ...beyond the danger zone wear eye protection from thrown objects If the unit must be used where there are unprotected people operate at a low throttle speed to reduce the risk of thrown objects Move th...

Page 11: ...DANGER Tilting the head to the wrong side will shoot the debris TOWARDS you If the line head is held flat to the ground so that cutting occurs on the whole line circle debris will be THROWN at you dr...

Page 12: ...r and catch the line Rather than cut the weed right through just use the very end of the line to wear through the stem slowly WARNING DANGER Do not to use a steel blade for edging or scalping SCALPING...

Page 13: ...tal stakes or strands of wire from broken fences If an obstruction can not be removed mark its location so that you can avoid it with the blade Rocks and metal will dull or damage a blade Wire can cat...

Page 14: ...results in the debris being thrown away from you That is using the side of the blade that it is rotating away from you Tilt down the blade slightly on this same side You will be hit by some debris if...

Page 15: ...out overflowing Store the fuel in a clean safe and approved container Check and apply your local regulations regarding fuel storage IMPORTANT Do not directly mix gasoline and oil in the fuel tank of t...

Page 16: ...s been stored longer than this time It should be removed and filled with fresh mixture WARNING DANGER 2 Never fill the fuel tank to the very top 3 Never add fuel to the tank in a closed non ventilated...

Page 17: ...S 1 First use and cold engine start 1 Set the On Off switch to the On position I Pic A 2 Put the choke in the OFF position Pic B 3 Press the priming pump located under the air filter cover about 7 to...

Page 18: ...tart the machine when the engine is warm put the choke in the ON position 2 Pull the starter gently until you feel a resistance then pull with a sharp jerk 3 Let the engine run until it reaches a stea...

Page 19: ...arburetor see your dealer Improper adjustment may cause engine damage And void warranty FUEL FILTER Fuel tank is fitted with a filter Filter is situated at the free end of fuel pipe and can be picked...

Page 20: ...e tea spoon of clean motor oil into spark plug hole of cylinder replace spark plug Store in clean dry dust free area FAILURES such as difficulty in starting engine irregularity in functions and abnorm...

Page 21: ...g spark plug fouled with oily deposits Spark plug insulation damage Spark gap is too large or small clean the oil deposits replace spark plug adjustsparkgap0 6 0 7mm high voltage spark abnormality hig...

Page 22: ...he oily deposits 3 ENGINE RUNNING UNSTABLE symptom probable cause remedy there are metal knock sound piston piston ring cylinder attrite piston pin piston attrite bearing of crank shaft attrite replac...

Page 23: ...ompliance with the following standards EN ISO 11806 1 2011 EN ISO 14982 2009 EN ISO 3744 1995 ISO 10884 1995 And in accordance with the following directives Directive Machine 2006 42 EC Directive EMC...

Page 24: ...he user manual Due to our policy of continuous product improvement we reserve the right to alter or change specifications without notice Consequently the product may be different from the information...

Page 25: ...service request is completed on the SWAP Europe site For machines with engine failure from manufacturers BRIGGS STRATTON HONDA and RATO please refer to the following instructions Repairs will be done...

Page 26: ...essary for repairs and more generally the costs related to the immobilization of the product The costs of a second opinion established by a third party following an estimate by a SWAP Europe repair st...

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