Mac allister MBC3630, Original Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...MBC3630 Original Instructions_MNL_MBC3630_V1_211025 WARNING Read the instructions before using the product EN 36V 2 in 1 Brush cutter 23cm 30cm SOLO ...

Page 2: ...through them thoroughly before use and retain them for future reference Safety information Your product Before you start Product functions Operation Care and maintenance Troubleshooting Recycling and disposal Guarantee Technical specifications Declaration of conformity 02 03 20 21 29 30 33 37 41 42 43 45 47 ...

Page 3: ...l or an experienced person 5 Do not use the device while tired sick or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs 1 Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents 2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks General power tool safety warnings Work area safety WARNING Read al...

Page 4: ... is earthed or grounded 3 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock 4 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock 5 When operating a power tool outdoors u...

Page 5: ...ls that have the switch on invites accidents 4 Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury 5 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations 6 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewe...

Page 6: ...reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 5 Maintain power tools and accessories Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before...

Page 7: ...ails screws or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire 4 Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation o...

Page 8: ...FORE USE KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Training 1 Read the instructions carefully Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the product 2 Never allow children persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator 3 Keep in mind that...

Page 9: ...amaged guards or shields or without guards or shields in place 5 Switch on the motor only when the hands and feet are away from the cutting means 6 Always disconnect the machine from the power supply i e remove the plug from the mains remove the disabling device or removable battery 1 whenever the machine is left unattended 2 before clearing a blockage 3 before checking cleaning or working on the ...

Page 10: ...lightning This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning 2 Thoroughly inspect the area for wildlife where the machine is to be used Wildlife may be injured by the machine during operation 3 Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all stones sticks wires bones and other foreign objects Thrown objects can cause personal injury 4 Before using the machine always vi...

Page 11: ... Holding the machine with both hands will avoid loss of control 12 Hold the machine by insulated gripping surfaces only because the cutting line or blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Cutting line or blades contacting a live wire may make exposed metal parts of the machine live and could give the operator an electric shock 13 Always keep proper footing and operate the machine only when...

Page 12: ... may strike the operator and or throw the machine out of control 20 Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings The slender material may catch the blade and be whipped toward you or pull you off balance 21 Maintain control of the machine and do not touch cutters lines or blades and other hazardous moving parts while they are still in motion This reduces the risk of injury from moving parts...

Page 13: ...with both hands on the machine and position your arms to resist blade thrust Position your body to the left side of the machine Blade thrust can increase the risk of injury due to the machine moving unexpectedly Blade thrust can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken 2 If the blade binds or when interrupting a cut for any reason switch the machine off and hold the machine mo...

Page 14: ... necessary to charge and discharge the battery pack several times to obtain the maximum performance 5 Longer life and better performance can be obtained if the battery is charged when the air temperature is between 18 C and 24 C Do not charge the battery in air temperature below 5 C or above 40 C This is important as it can prevent serious damage to the battery 6 Do not charge battery in a damp or...

Page 15: ...ricated where appropriate 6 Plan your work schedule to spread any high vibration tool use across a longer period of time 7 Prolonged use of the product exposes the user to vibrations that can cause a range of conditions collectively known as hand arm vibration syndrome HAVS e g fingers going white as well as specific diseases such as carpal tunnel syndrome To reduce this risk when using the produc...

Page 16: ...ssion if the product is being used over long periods of time or not adequately managed and properly maintained 2 Injuries and damage to property due to broken attachments or the sudden impact of hidden objects during use 3 Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects Safety information WARNING This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation This field may under som...

Page 17: ...tre dB A Decibel A rated m s Metres per second squared Lock to tighten Unlock to loosen or secure Read the instruction Note Remark manual Caution Warning xxWyy Manufacturing date code year of manufacturing 20xx and week of manufacturing Wyy Wear hearing protection Wear eye protection Wear a dust mask Wear protective gloves Wear protective slip resistant footwear Wear tight fitted protective clothe...

Page 18: ...of blade thrust Machines fitted with saw or grass blades can be thrown violently to the side when the blade comes into contact with a fixed object The blade is capable of amputating an arm or leg Always keep people and animals at least 15 metres from the product Guaranteed sound power level value in 96 dB WEEE symbol Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please r...

Page 19: ... in excess of 40 ºC Do not charge or store the battery pack in temperatures below 5 C 41 F and above 40 C 104 F The product complies with the applicable European directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these directives was done UK Conformity Assessed Safety information ...

Page 20: ...EN 20 MBC3630 by MacAllister Getting started Your product Your product 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13 14 15 16 22 22b 22a 22c 25 24 23 17 18 17c 17b 17a 15a 15b 15d 15c 20 21 21b 21a 19c 19 11 12 ...

Page 21: ...indle f Blade protector 22 Harness a Securing clip b Protection pad c Release lever 23 Multi tool 24 Spindle lock rod 25 Hex key 4mm NOTE Parts marked with are not shown in this overview Please refer to the respective part in the instruction manual Unpacking 1 Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat stable surface 2 Remove all packing materials and shipping devices if applicable 3 Make sure the de...

Page 22: ...or assembled with damaged parts Follow the assembly instructions step by step and use the pictures provided as a visual guide to easily assemble the product Do not connect the product to battery pack 19 before it is completely assembled NOTE Take care of small parts that are removed during assembly or when making adjustments Keep them secure to avoid loss Pole assemble 1 Loosen the lock knob 15 co...

Page 23: ...e guard support 17c on the lower pole 16 Ensure that the sheet metal of the guard support 17c is fully inserted the slot 17f Ensure the clip of the guard cover 17b is pressed through the buckle 17g of the guard 17 with an audible click sound Fig 3 step 3 4 Make sure that the screw holes on guard 17 guard support 17c and guard cover 17b are well aligned 5 Secure the connections with the bolt 17a cl...

Page 24: ... t remove it then rotate two handle bars 3 13 90º from the storage positions to the working position Fig 6 step 1 2 Pass the slot of the handle bars 3 13 through the bolts 14a of handle support 14 all the way until you hear a click and keep the handle bars 3 13 in place Fig 6 step 2 Secure the connections by tightening the bolts 14a clockwise using the supplied hex key 4mm 25 3 Lock the handle bar...

Page 25: ...oduct without the handle bars 3 13 properly fitted Cutting options Fit the relevant cutting attachment to suit the intended operation Trimmer head The trimmer head 18 was already pre assembled for shipment If not please follow the below steps for assembly 1 Make sure the guard 17 has been attached properly 2 Rotate the backing flange 21d until its hole is aligned with the notch in the gear head 3 ...

Page 26: ... into the hole to lock the spindle 21e 3 Loosen the trimmer head 18 clockwise by hand and remove it together with the locking flange 21c 4 Fit the cutter blade 21 onto the spindle 21e Ensure that the cutter blade 21 sits flush on the extruded ring on the backing flange 21d 5 Place the locking flange 21c onto the cutter blade 21 6 Secure the cutter blade 21 by tightening the nut 21a counter clockwi...

Page 27: ...8 and slide the battery pack in to attach it Ensure it clicks in place Fig 10 2 Press the release button 19c and remove the battery pack 19 from the battery docking port 8 Fig 11 24 21e 21d Fig 8 23 24 17 21e 21d 21 21c 21b 21a Fig 9 19 8 Fig 10 8 19 19c 2 1 Fig 11 Charge The battery pack 19 for this product has been shipped in a low charge condition Charge it fully before first use Refer to the c...

Page 28: ...ttery pack 19 is equipped with the battery capacity indicators 19a which are used to give an indication of the battery pack s remaining capacity Press the battery capacity button 19b to check battery capacity Fig 12 The LEDs will stay lit for approximately 5 seconds 19a 19b 19 76 100 51 75 26 50 5 25 5 Fig 12 ...

Page 29: ... MacAllister In In more detail Product functions Operation Care and maintenance Troubleshooting Recycling and disposal Guarantee Technical specifications Declaration of conformity 30 33 37 41 42 43 45 47 In more detail ...

Page 30: ...safety reasons it is essential to read the entire instruction manual before first operation and to observe all the instructions therein This product is intended for private domestic use only not for any commercial trade use It must not be used for any purposes other than those described The harness 22 helps the operator to carry the product 1 Adjust the position of the suspension sleeve 12 if nece...

Page 31: ...ck the harness on the suspension sleeve 12 Make sure the protection pad 22b runs under the upper pole 9 Fig 16 9 12 22a Fig 15 22b 22a 12 9 Fig 16 Fig 17 22c 22 Fig 18 9 12 22a Fig 15 22b 22a 12 9 Fig 16 Fig 17 22c 22 Fig 18 WARNING Always attach the product to the harness 22 Do not carry it only with your hands 8 In case of emergency hold the upper pole 9 with the right hand and use the left hand...

Page 32: ... soft vegetation Cutter blade Use the cutter blade 21 to cut heavier weeds brush and similar vegetation 17e 17d 17 18d Fig 19 1 2 3 13 2 1 Fig 20 NOTE Always remove the knife protector 17e before use Switching on off 1 Hold the product with one hand at the lefthandle bar 13 and with the other at the righthandle bar 3 2 Press the lock off button 2 and hold it in position Fig 20 step 1 3 Squeeze the...

Page 33: ...ver cut heavier weeds brush and similar vegetation with a thickness exceeding the capacity stated in section Technical specification Avoid contact with stones wire glass etc that may cause injury to the user Inspect the blade regularly for damage cracks or breaks Always replace a damaged blade Cutting 1 Attach the cutter blade 21 to cut heavier weeds brush and similar vegetation Make sure that the...

Page 34: ...lade from above when cutting long undergrowth Trimming 1 Attach the trimmer head 18 to cut to cut smaller types of weed lawn grass or similar soft vegetation Make sure that the guard 17 has been attached properly 2 Hold the product firmly with a gap between the product and your right side 3 Stand upright do not lean forward and pay attention to posture Keep both feet apart to help retain your bala...

Page 35: ...charge of grass trimmings and could cause you to slip and fall 2 Do not allow the spool cover to drag on the ground or other surfaces 3 Pay special attention when performing the work close to trees and bushes The cutting head could damage sensitive bark and damage fence posts Fig 26 Fig 24 Fig 25 Fig 26 NOTE The trimming line will wear faster and require more replacement if cutting is done along s...

Page 36: ...er head 18 will release trimming lines 18d 2 Excess line will be cut by the knife 17d Fig 27 WARNING Always switch the product off remove the battery pack and let the product cool down before performing inspection maintenance and cleaning work NOTE The line feeding system works only when the product is switched on 17d 18b 18d 18 17 Fig 27 WARNING The trimming lines 18d will be thrown out Danger of...

Page 37: ...ding to these instructions All further works must be performed by a qualified specialist General Cleaning 1 Clean the product with a damp cloth and pH neutral soap Use a brush for areas that are hard to reach 2 In particular clean the air vents 7 after every use with a cloth and brush 3 Remove stubborn dust with high pressure air max 3 bar NOTE Do not use chemical alkaline abrasive or other aggres...

Page 38: ...he guard 17 clean and free of debris Remove trimmings 2 Replace the guard 17 with one of the same type when it is worn or shows damage Trimming line Replace the trimming spool Replace the line spool when it is empty or worn 1 Turn the product upside down to access the trimmer head 18 2 Rotate the trimmer head 18 until the hole on the backing flange 21d is aligned with the notch in the gear head 3 ...

Page 39: ...es and hold it in position Avoid the trimmer line 18d scatted from the trimming spool 18c Fig 30 Step 1 10 Lead the trimming line ending through the eyelet 18f on the housing 18h Fig 30 Step 2 11 Repeat the above steps from 8 to10 to lead the other trimming line ending through the other eyelet 18f 12 Insert the trimming spool 18c into the housing 18h Fig 30 Step 3 13 Align the slots of the cover 1...

Page 40: ...h the slot of the trimming spool 18c and hook it Fig 31 Spare parts Replacement parts Spare parts are available at an authorised dealer or through our customer service Repair This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the consumer Contact an authorised service centre or a similarly qualified person to have it checked and repaired Storage 1 Switch the product off and remove the...

Page 41: ...nt it from slipping or falling over Troubleshooting Suspected malfunctions are often due to causes that the users can fix themselves Therefore check the product using this section In most cases the problem can be solved quickly WARNING Only perform the steps described within these instructions All further inspection maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorised service centre or a...

Page 42: ...esources please recycle or dispose of the battery pack properly Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options Discharge your battery pack by operating your tool then remove the battery pack from the tool and cover the battery pack connections with heavy duty adhesive tape to prevent short circuit and energy discharge Do not attempt to open...

Page 43: ...This guarantee covers product failures and malfunctions provided the product was used for the purpose for which it is intended and subject to installation cleaning care and maintenance in accordance with the information contained in these terms and conditions in the user manual and standard practice provided that standard practice does not conflict with the user manual This guarantee does not cove...

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Page 45: ...y pack Model no MDVB36 4 Capacity 8000 4000 mAh Voltage 18 36 V Weight approx 1 02 kg Charger Model no MFC36 Rated input voltage 220 240 V 50 60 Hz Rated input power 190 W Rated output voltage 21 V Rated output current 8 A Protection class Weight approx 0 62 g Ambient temperature range for 5 C to 40 C charger and battery use Sound values Sound pressure level at operator s 82 dB A position LpA as l...

Page 46: ...th as grass trimmer cm Battery pack MDVB36 4 M MAC Allister DVB Dual voltage battery 36 Voltage V 4 Rated Capacity Ah Charger MFC36 M MAC Allister FC Fast charger 36 Output voltage V The sound values have been determined according to noise test code given in EN 62841 1 using the basic standards EN ISO 11806 1 and EN ISO 3744 The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 80 dB A and ear pro...

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