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ASSEMBLY

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  Install the arbor.

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  Install the string head assembly onto the gear head 

shaft.

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  Refer to Installing Reel Easy String Head or Installing 

Pro Cut II String Head later in this manual.

CONVERTING  FROM  STRING  TRIMMER  TO 

BRUSH CUTTER

 

(RBC30SESA)

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  To convert from the string trimmer to the brush cutter, 

remove the string head assembly and grass defl ector, 

install the blade.

REMOVING  THE  GRASS  DEFLECTOR  AND 

LINE HEAD

See Figures 11. (RBC30SESA)

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  Remove the grass defl ector by pushing in on the three 

locking  tabs  while  pulling  on  the  grass  defl ector  to 

separate from the blade guard.

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  Align the slot in the fl anged washer with the slot in the 

gear head.

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  Remove the hex head bolt and string head assembly.

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  Remove the arbor.

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  Remove the fl anged washer and retain it for the blade 

installation.

 

NOTE:

 Store the string head parts together for later 

use.

INSTALLING THE TRI -ARC

®

 BLADE

See Figures 12. (RBC30SESA)

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  Place the fl anged washer over the gear head shaft with 

the hollow side toward the gear head.

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  Centre the blade on the fl anged washer, making sure 

the blade fi ts fl at and the raised hub of the fl anged 

washer goes through the hole in the blade.

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  Install the cupped washer with the raised centre away 

from the blade.

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  Place the blade nut onto the gear head shaft.

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  Place the gear head locking tool through the slot in the 

fl anged washer and gear head.

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  Install the blade nut by turning it counterclockwise (left 

handed threads).

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  Tighten the blade nut securely and torque to 1.5Nm 

minimum.

STRInG HEAd

GEAR HEAd

ARBOR

SLOT 

SLOT

 

fLAnGEd wASHER

BOLT

Fig. 11

Fig. 1

Summary of Contents for RBC30SESA

Page 1: ...tant It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before mounting and operating this machine Subject to technical modifications STRING TRIMMER BRUSHCUTTER OPERATOR S MANUAL RLT30CESA...

Page 2: ...Keep all bystanders at least 15m 50 ft away Ricochet Danger of Ricochet Tri Arc blade Tri Arc blade is appropriate for this unit and is suited for cutting pulpy weeds and vines Do not use toothed blad...

Page 3: ...ardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION In...

Page 4: ...xcept for carburetor adjustments n Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners fuel leaks etc Replace any damaged parts before use n The string head or blade will rotate during carburetor adj...

Page 5: ...ecurely fastened before each use Failure to do so can cause serious injury n Use only the manufacturer s replacement TRI ARC blade intended for use on this brushcutter Do not use any other blade n The...

Page 6: ...d rotational frequency at idle min 1 2 800 3 500 2 800 3 500 Fuel consumption in accordance with ISO 8893 at max engine performance kg h or L h 0 42 or 0 58 0 42 or 0 58 Specific fuel consumption in a...

Page 7: ...TM STRING HEAD Curved Shaft GRASS DEFLECTOR PRIMER BULB knob rear handle trigger lock fuel cap on off switch strap hanger THROTTLE TRIGGER front HANDLE coupler blade brushcutter guard PRIMER BULB knob...

Page 8: ...perating features and safety rules ERGONOMIC DESIGN The design of the trimmer provides for easy handling It is designed for comfort and ease of grasp when operating in different positions and at diffe...

Page 9: ...Manual RBC30SESA Brush Cutter Assembly Front Handle Grass Deflector Blade Guard Harness Gear Head Locking Tool Pro Cut II String Head Spool Retainer Arbor Bottle of 2 Cycle Lubricant Tri Arc Blade Ha...

Page 10: ...ly rotate from side to side until the button is locked into place n Tighten the knob securely WARNING Be certain the knob is fully tightened before operating equipment check it periodically for tightn...

Page 11: ...ntact can result in serious personal injury To attach the curved shaft grass deflector See Figure 5 RLT30CESA n Remove hex screw flat washer and wing nut from grass deflector n Press the grass deflect...

Page 12: ...the blade attach the grass deflector and install the string head REMOVING THE TRI ARC BLADE See Figures 8 9 RBC30SESA n Align the slot in the flanged washer with the slot in the gear head n Place the...

Page 13: ...and string head assembly n Remove the arbor n Remove the flanged washer and retain it for the blade installation NOTE Store the string head parts together for later use INSTALLING THE TRI ARC BLADE S...

Page 14: ...for petrol n Recommended fuel This engine is certified to operate on unleaded petrol intended for automotive use n Mix a high quality 2 cycle engine lubricant at 20ml per 1 litre n Do not use automoti...

Page 15: ...ass Prolongedcuttingatpartial throttle will result in lubricant dripping from the muffler WARNING Always hold the string trimmer away from the body keeping clearance between the body and the product A...

Page 16: ...cause extra string wear even breakage Stone and brick walls curbs and wood may wear string rapidly n Avoid trees and shrubs Tree bark wood moldings siding and fence posts can easily be damaged by the...

Page 17: ...inning blade contacts anything it cannot cut This contact may cause the blade to stop for an instant and suddenly thrust the unit away from the object that was hit This re action can be violent enough...

Page 18: ...l the engine starts n Wait 6 10 seconds then squeeze the trigger to run NOTE Squeezingandreleasingthethrottletriggerreleases the start lever to the RUN position To start a warm engine PULL the rope un...

Page 19: ...led string head n Open the Reel Easy String Head by depressing the latches on each side The contents of the string head are spring loaded so keep your other hand over the string head cover while depre...

Page 20: ...on the side of the string head and push until string comes out through eyelet on the other side Continue to push string through the string head until the middle section of the string is inside the st...

Page 21: ...lified service technicians perform this service SPARK ARRESTOR The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50 hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your product Spark arrestors may...

Page 22: ...e poor engine performance If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened check valve may be faulty or filter clogged Replace fuel cap if required SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT This engine uses a Champ...

Page 23: ...e spark plug Reset spark plug gap Refer to Spark Plug Replacement earlier in this manual 1 Turn idle speed screw clockwise to increase idle speed See Figure 30 1 Lubricate string with silicone spray I...

Page 24: ...Emissions Parts Inspect Before Clean Every Replace Clean Every Replace Every Each Use 5 Hours Every 25 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours or Yearly or Yearly CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY X AIR FILTER ASSY include...

Page 25: ...ng any warranty of MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OUR MAXIMUM LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED...

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