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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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WARNING!
Read this manual carefully before using your line trimmer 
and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Hotline: 1300 418 640
Monday/Friday: 9.00am to 4.30pm
Saturday: 9.00am to 3.00pm
Email: [email protected]

PETROL GRASS TRIMMER

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Y4GT A40 D001

Summary of Contents for Y4GT A40 D001

Page 1: ...anual carefully before using your line trimmer and keep it in a safe place for future reference Hotline 1300 418 640 Monday Friday 9 00am to 4 30pm Saturday 9 00am to 3 00pm Email service actionspares com au PETROL GRASS TRIMMER 1 Y4GT A40 D001 ...

Page 2: ... manual carefully prior to assembling and operating It is dangerous to operate this product without being familiar with these instructions Keep this manual in a safe place and have it ready for future reference ...

Page 3: ... DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT PARTS 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4 INTENDED USE 4 SAFETY INFORMATION 5 ASSEMBLY 9 ADJUSTMENT 13 OPERATION 14 STORING AND MAINTENANCE 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 23 WARRANTY 24 Y4GT A40 D000 Operating Manual ...

Page 4: ... spool assembly 3 Lower shaft 4 Secondary handle 5 On off switch 6 Safety lever 7 Fuel tank Fig A DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT 8 Throttle lever 9 Harness assembly 10 Air cleaner cover 11 Recoil starter 12 Fuel tank cap 13 Choke lever 14 Air filter 2 3 4 5 6 13 12 14 11 1 10 8 9 7 ...

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Page 6: ...atio of 40 1 Dry weight 6 5kg Trimmer cutting width 380mm Dimension of nylon line 2mm Anti vibration system Yes INTENDED USE The machine unit is designed for trimming grass around your home Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse The user operator not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result Note This line trimmer is designed for domestic use...

Page 7: ...e product Risk of flying debris Keep bystanders away at least 15 metres WARNING or CAUTION This symbol before a safety comment indicates a precaution warning or danger Ignoring these warnings can lead to an accident for yourself or for others To limit the risk of injury fire or electrocution always follow the recommendations indicated Wearing eye ear and head protection Wear gloves while using Wea...

Page 8: ...n its operation WARNING THIS Line trimmer CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES Read the instructions carefully for the correct handling preparation maintenance starting and stopping of the line trimmer Be familiar with all controls and the proper use of the line trimmer GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A Never allow children to use the line trimmer B Beware of overhead power lines C Avoid operating while people ...

Page 9: ...e operating position is safe and secure especially when using steps or a ladder D To reduce fire hazards keep the engine and silencer free of debris leaves and excessive lubricant E Always ensure that all handles and guards are fitted when using the line trimmer Never attempt to use an incomplete line trimmer or one fitted with an unauthorized modification F Always be aware of your surroundings an...

Page 10: ... dry area away from flammable liquids 9 Keep your distance The line trimmer emits exhaust fumes 10 Ensure bystanders keep a safe distance 11 Ensure you use fuel oil mix Ensure that you mix 25 parts unleaded fuel to 1 part two stroke oil If not the engine will overheat and cause damage to your line trimmer 12 Never fill fuel tank indoors 13 Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot 14 Stop...

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Page 12: ...mer 2 Attach it to the upper shaft on the upper shaft assembly in a comfortable position for use and secure it firmly in place with the screws provided WARNING Before each use ensure the secondary handle cannot swivel by tightening the screws as over time they may vibrate loose Attaching the Shoulder Harness Fig F 1 Depress the harness clip and fit to the harness hook Fig E Fig F ...

Page 13: ...ion and will cause engine damage and voids your warranty FUELING WARNING Always shut off engine before fuelling Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine Do not SMOKE Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury WARNING Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when handling fuel WARNING Fuel is very flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handlin...

Page 14: ...osed Run position choke open Ref Fig G Set the ON OFF switch to the ON position Move the choke lever upwards to the start close position NOTE This is not required if the engine is already warm Push the primer bulb up to 10 times until the primer bulb fills with fuel oil mixture Pull the Recoil starter handle until engine splutters Fig H OPERATION Fig G ...

Page 15: ...Recoil starter handle until engine starts STOPPING THE LINE TRIMMER Ref Fig J Release the throttle lever And allow the engine to idle for a few moments Move the ON OFF switch to the off position marked STOP The engine will now stop OPERATION Fig H Fig I Fig J ...

Page 16: ...lem corrected 1 Keep a firm grip on the trimmer with both hands while in operation The trimmer should be held at a comfortable position with the rear handle about hip height 2 Always operate the trimmer at an appropriate throttle level Cut tall grass from the top down to prevent grass from wrapping around the spool which may cause the trimmer to overheat NOTE If grass becomes wrapped around the sp...

Page 17: ...nes to advance the line further If the line still does not advance remove the spool and check the lay of the line It may be twisted or trapped inside the spool STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE Disconnect the spark plug lead and use the spark plug wrench to remove the plug in a counterclockwise direction If the spark plug is fouled or is soaked with fuel clean or replace the plug as required Clean excess ...

Page 18: ...ne and disconnect the spark plug Put the petrol line trimmer on the floor in a way that the cutting line and spool assembly is facing up Open the cutting line and spool assembly by holding the spool housing and depress the tabs and then rotating the bottom plate anti clockwise Remove the spool completely and discard any short lengths of remaining cutting line Take a 4 metre length of ø 2mm line an...

Page 19: ...pool Once the spool is fully inserted and the lines are fully through the eyelets pull firmly on each line to disengage the lines from the spool notches Ensure the lines are fully clear of the spool notches and the line is passing through the eyelets directly to the spool Whilst maintaining pressure against the spring refit the bottom plate to the spool holder Check that the lock tabs are engaged ...

Page 20: ...ug wrench to remove the spark plug turn counter clockwise to remove Clean and adjust the spark plug gap to 0 6 0 7 mm Replace any damaged or visibly worn plug with a RCJ6Y or equivalent Install the spark plug finger tight in the cylinder head then tighten it firmly with the spark plug wrench EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE INSPECTION Inspect the entire line trimmer and tubes for damage including loose or mi...

Page 21: ...r approximately a tea spoon of 2 stroke oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole Before reinstalling the spark plug pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 times to distribute the oil over the cylinder walls 5 LUBRICATE the blade with oil to prevent rusting 6 AIR CLEANER Remove clean and reinstall the filter element 7 STORAGE Store the line trimmer in a clean dry dust free environment DISPOSAL At ...

Page 22: ...ing Engine fails to start Spark plug is fouled Replace spark plug No Spark Turn ignition switch to ON position Engine is flooded See Starting flooded engine section of the manual Engine hard to start Water in fuel or stale fuel Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel Spark plug Service spark plug Engine lacks power Air filter cloged Clean the air filter Engine run hot Incorrect fuel mixture Replace...

Page 23: ...ndustrial or commercial purposes Should service become necessary during the warranty period the purchaser should contact Action Spares on 1300 418 640 In order to obtain warranty service the purchaser must present the store receipt showing the name of the retailer and the date of purchase The period of the warranty begins from the original date of purchase notwithstanding any subsequent repair or ...

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