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Summary of Contents for GT2123

Page 1: ...Operator s manual Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ... metres Machines fitted with saw blades or grass blades can be thrown violently to the side when the blade comes into contact with a fixed object This is called blade thrust The blade is capable of amputating an arm or leg Always keep people and animals at least 15 metres from the machine Arrows which show limits for handle positioning Always wear approved protective gloves Wear sturdy non slip bo...

Page 3: ...HNIQUES General working instructions 14 MAINTENANCE Carburettor 16 Muffler 16 Cooling system 17 Spark plug 17 Air filter 17 Maintenance schedule 18 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 19 EC declaration of conformity 20 WARNING Long term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment So always use approved hearing protection WARNING Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be mo...

Page 4: ...lers ask for the address of your nearest service workshop It is our wish that you will be satisfied with your product and that it will be your companion for a long time Think of this operator s manual as a valuable document By following its content using service maintenance etc the life span and the second hand value of the machine can be extended If you will sell this machine make sure that the b...

Page 5: ...head 2 Cord cutter 3 Cutting attachment guard 4 Shaft 5 Loop handle 6 Throttle control 7 Stop switch 8 Starter handle 9 Fuel tank 10 Choke control 11 Air purge 12 Air filter cover 13 Clutch cover 14 Cylinder cover 15 Spark plug cap and spark plug 16 Combination spanner 17 Locking pin 18 Spanner 19 Operator s manual ...

Page 6: ...ures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists See instructions under the heading Maintenance All covers guards and handles must be fitted before starting Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 15 metres while working When several operators are work...

Page 7: ...chine that has a faulty muffler Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor mesh this must be cleaned regularly A blocked mesh will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious damage IMPORTANT All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training This is especially true of the machine ...

Page 8: ...equires greater engine power than a shorter cord of the same diameter Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer guard is intact This is used to cut the cord to the correct length To increase the life of the cord it can be soaked in water for a couple of days This will make the line tougher so that it lasts longer IMPORTANT Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend See the chapter on...

Page 9: ...5 Press the throttle trigger a few times to check that it works 6 Connect the stop switch wires to the wires from the engine it is not important which wire is connected to which Adjusting the throttle wire 1 Loosen the lock nut C and adjust the cable adjuster sleeve D so the stop on the carburettor throttle cam just contacts the throttle stop and the cable position keep 1 2 mm play between cable l...

Page 10: ...rews Turn the output shaft until one of the holes in the drive disk aligns with the corresponding hole in the gear housing Insert the locking pin E in the hole to lock the shaft Screw on the trimmer head F in the opposite direction to the direction of rotation Remove the locking pin WARNING Never use a cutting attachment without an approved guard See the chapter on Technical data If an incorrect o...

Page 11: ...en mixing small amounts of fuel even small inaccuracies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture Petrol NB Always use a quality petrol oil mixture at least 90 octane RON If your machine is equipped with a catalytic converter see chapter on Technical data always use a good quality unleaded petrol oil mixture Leaded petrol will destroy the catalytic converter Use low emission petrol also know...

Page 12: ...ned Fuelling Always use a fuel container with an anti spill valve Clean the area around the fuel cap Contamination in the tank can cause operating problems Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container before filling the tank WARNING Taking the following precautions will lessen the risk of fire Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel Always shut off the engine before refuelling A...

Page 13: ... the cord with your right hand until you feel some resistance the starter pawls grip now quickly and powerfully pull the cord Never twist the starter cord around your hand Repeat pulling the cord until the engine starts When the engine starts return choke control to run position CAUTION Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully exte...

Page 14: ...immer If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert Contact your dealer or your service workshop Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability You must understand the difference between forestry clearing grass clearing and grass trimming before use WARNING Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in pe...

Page 15: ...rd wears quicker and must be fed forward more often when working against stones brick concrete metal fences etc than when coming into contact with trees and wooden fences When trimming and clearing you should use less than full throttle so that the cord lasts longer and to reduce the wear on the trimmer head Cutting The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that is difficult to reach using a normal l...

Page 16: ...eed should also be well below the speed at which the cutting attachment starts to rotate Muffler CAUTION Some mufflers are fitted with a catalytic converter See chapter on Technical data to see whether your machine is fitted with a catalytic converter The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator The exhaust gases are hot and can contain s...

Page 17: ... that the spark plug is fitted with a suppressor Air filter The air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid Carburettor malfunctions Starting problems Loss of engine power Unnecessary wear to engine parts Excessive fuel consumption Clean the filter every 25 hours or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty Cleaning the air filter Remove the air filter...

Page 18: ...e guard is undamaged and not cracked Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is cracked X Check that the trimmer head is undamaged and not cracked Replace the trimmer head if necessary X Check the starter and starter cord X Clean the outside of the spark plug Remove it and check the electrode gap Adjust the gap to 0 6 mm or replace the spark plug Check that the spark plug is fitted w...

Page 19: ...nder displacement cm3 22 8 Cylinder bore mm 32 2 Stroke mm 28 Idle speed rpm 3000 Recommended max speed rpm 10000 Speed of output shaft rpm 10000 Max engine output acc to ISO 8893 kW rpm 0 59 7000 Catalytic converter muffler No Speed regulated ignition system No Ignition system Spark plug NGK BPMR 6Y Electrode gap mm 0 6 0 7 Fuel and lubrication system Fuel tank capacity litre 0 55 Weight Weight w...

Page 20: ...romagnetic compatibility 2004 108 EC of May 8 2000 relating to the noise emissions in the environment 2000 14 EC Conformity assessment according to Annex V For information relating to noise emissions see the chapter Technical data The following standards have been applied EN ISO 12100 2 2003 CISPR 12 2007 EN ISO 11806 2008 SMP Svensk Maskinprovning AB Fyrisborgsgatan 3 SE 754 50 Uppsala Sweden has...

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