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OPERATION

Exercise extreme caution when using the blade

with this unit.
Blade thrust is the reaction which may occur when

the spinning 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 reaction can be violent

enough to cause the operator to lose control of the

unit. Blade thrust may occur without warning if the

blade snags, stalls or binds. This is more likely to

occur in areas where it is difficult to see the

material being cut. For cutting ease and safety,

approach the weeds being cut from the right to the

left, Fig.22.
In the event that an unexpected object or woody

stock is encountered, this could minimise the blade

thrust reaction.

BLADE

The blade is suited only for pulpy weeds and vines.

When the blade becomes dull, it can be turned

over to extend the life of the blade. Do not sharpen

the blade.

CUTTING TECHNIQUE - BLADE

WARNING.

Extreme care must be taken

when using blades to ensure safe

operation. Read the safety information

for safe operation using the blade, refer

to “Specific Safety Rules for Brushcutter

and Blade Use” earlier in this manual.

Always hold brushcutter with both hands when

operating. Use a firm grip on both handles.
Maintain your grip and balance on both feet.

Position yourself so that you will not be drawn off

balance by the kick-back reaction of the cutting

blade.
Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects

such as glass, stones, concrete, fencing, wire,

wood, metal, etc.
Never use blades near footpaths, fencing, posts,

buildings or other immovable objects.
Never use a blade after hitting a hard object

without first inspecting it for damage. Do not use if

any damage is detected.
The unit is used as a scythe, cutting from the right

to the left in a broad sweeping action from side to

side.

EXTENDING THE CUTTING LINE

Run engine at full throttle.
Tap the knob on hard, bare ground to advance line.

The line advances each time the knob is tapped.

Do not hold the knob on the ground.

NOTE:

The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass

deflector will cut the line to the correct length,

Fig.23.

NOTE:

If the line is worn too short you may not be

able to advance the line by tapping it on the

ground. If so, stop the engine and manually

advance the line.

TO ADVANCE THE CUTTING LINE MANUALLY

Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug

wire. Push the spool retainer down while pulling on

cutting lines to manually advance the string.

GRASS DEFLECTOR LINE TRIMMING CUT-OFF

BLADE

The trimmer is equipped with a line trimming cut-off

blade on the grass deflector. For best cutting,

advance line until it is trimmed to length by the

cut-off blade. Advance the line whenever you hear

the engine running faster than normal, or when

trimming efficiency diminishes. This will maintain

best performance and keep the line long enough to

advance properly.

Fig. 22

Fig. 23

Summary of Contents for RBC-33

Page 1: ...f unleaded petrol 2 stroke oil Starting system Recoil starter Spark plug type L7T LD Cutting diameter Brush Cutter 25 5cm Cutting diameter Line Trimmer 43cm Cutting line size 2 4mm x 2 5m Sound pressu...

Page 2: ...personal injury Save operator s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this tool WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and und...

Page 3: ...el spillage Move 9 m 30 ft away from refueling site before starting engine Stop the engine and allow to cool before refueling or storing the unit Allow the engine to cool empty the fuel tank and secur...

Page 4: ...ay from your body and below waist level Never use the brushcutter with the blade located 76 cm 30 in or more above the ground level FUEL SAFETY This product requires unleaded petrol and 2 stroke oil r...

Page 5: ...10 U handle 11 On Off switch 12 Safety lever 13 Throttle trigger 14 Cutting line spool 15 Hex key 16 Hex key 17 Spanner 18 Spark plug wrench and screwdriver 19 Harness 20 Grass deflector 21 Cutting b...

Page 6: ...blade Grass deflector Harness Hex key x 2 Fuel Oil mixture bottle Spark plug wrench and screwdriver Spanner Operator s manual WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not r...

Page 7: ...t connects to the trimmer assembly by means of a coupler device 1 Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire 2 Loosen the clamp by turning the clamp knob counterclockwise Fig 5 3 Align the sha...

Page 8: ...t 7 from the shaft by turning it clockwise with the spark plug wrench and screwdriver Remove the floating disc 6 and washer 5 Insert the 4mm allen key 1 through the winding guard and the locking disc...

Page 9: ...ining up to 10 ethanol FUELING AND REFUELING THE TRIMMER WARNING Petrol and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive To prevent serious personal injury and property damage handle it with care Kee...

Page 10: ...STARTING AND STOPPING The brush cutter line trimmer should be on a flat bare surface for starting To start a cold engine Move the On Off switch to the ON position Fig 11 Push the primer bulb approxim...

Page 11: ...low to idle speed before stopping the engine OPERATING THE TRIMMER FIG 17 WARNING Always position the machine on the operator s right side The use of the machine on the operator s left side will expos...

Page 12: ...ularly to maintain full cutting width and performance OPERATING THE BRUSH CUTTER FIG 20 WARNING Always position the machine on the operator s right side The use of the machine on the operator s left s...

Page 13: ...e drawn off balance by the kick back reaction of the cutting blade Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such as glass stones concrete fencing wire wood metal etc Never use blades near foot...

Page 14: ...eaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust lubricant grease etc WARNING...

Page 15: ...s soiled with heavy oil deposits Replace the spark plug if the centre electrode is worn at the end This engine uses a L7T LD spark plug with a 0 6 0 7mm electrode gap Fig 28 Use an exact replacement a...

Page 16: ...RPM and stop the cutting attachment Serious personal injury could result from the cutting attachment turning at idle FUEL CAP TANK AND LINES WARNING Check for fuel leaks A leaking fuel cap tank or li...

Page 17: ...times This will clear excess fuel from engine Clean and reinstall spark plug Pull starter three times with choke lever at OPEN If engine does not start move choke lever to CLOSE and repeat normal sta...

Page 18: ...ed Service Centre or other qualified service organistion Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit SYMBOLS SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation...

Page 19: ...ade RPM Decal Rotational direction and maximum speed of the shaft for the cutting attachment Boots Wear non slip safety footwear when using this equipment Gloves Wear non slip heavy duty gloves No Smo...

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