Sarlo WeedBoss BC-8 Owner's Manual

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Shaft style

Shaft length

Engine

Cutting width

Line size

Unit weight

Head type

Starting system

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Warranty

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OWNERS MANUAL

P O W E R E D B Y

BC-8 Brushcutter

Curved

62.5"

34cc 4-cycle

Briggs & Stratton

17" w/line 8" w/blade

.095"/2.4 mm

13.7 lbs

Bump feed and

8" diameter blade included

Easy starting 4-cycle

J-type

Yes*

Yes

2 year Consumer

90 day Commercial

BRUSH CUTTER/ TRIMMER

MODEL BC-8

SARLO MANUFACTURING

P.O. BOX 1169 FORT MYERS, FL 33902

PHONE: 1-800-749-5296

CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

ASSEMBLY

SHIELD ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

SERVICE/ADJUSTMENTS

TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTES

STORAGE

ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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12-13

P/N 10004 12/03

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Troubleshooting

Summary of Contents for Sarlo WeedBoss BC-8

Page 1: Safety Rules
Model BC-8 Brushcutter Shaft style Curved Shaft length 62.5" Engine 34cc 4-cycle Briggs & Stratton Cutting width 17" w/line 8" w/blade Line size .095"/2.4 mm Unit weight 13.7 lbs Head type Bump feed and 8" diameter blade included Starting system...
Page 2: Rules For Safe Operation
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator’s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that appear on this product. Read the operator’s manual for complete safety, assembly, operating, maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning or caution.
Page 3 • Do not allow a person to use this unit unless instructions are read and understood. Never allow children to operate or play with the unit. • Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. •...
Page 4 Maintain proper control until the blade has completely stopped rotating. WARNING: IT IS UNSAFE TO USE ANY AFTER MARKET HEAD, ATTACHMENT, ACCESSORY OR BLADE ON THIS UNIT. USE ONLY HEADS, ATTACHMENTS, BLADES AND ACCESSORIES MANUFACTURED BY SARLO AND INTENDED FOR THIS SPECIFIC MODEL. SAFETY RULES...
Page 5: Assembly
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS I TOOL LIST • Screwdriver (Phillips or Standard) • Allen wrench 4mm • 10mm wrench I INSTALLING CUTTING HEAD • See page 9 for blade removal instructions. • Make sure debris shield with line cut off is properly installed. See next page. •...
Page 6: Shield Assembly
FIRMLY WITH A 4mm ALLEN WRENCH. Fig. 1 SHIELD ASSEMBLY FOR BRUSH CUTTER BLADE THE BRACKET (FIG. 2) MUST BE MOUNTED TO THE SHIELD WITH THE OPEN SIDE DOWN AS SHOWN. SECURE THE BRACKET AND SHIELD TO THE GEAR BOX WITH THE 4 SCREWS INCLUDED. THE TOP OF THE BRACKET MUST BE EVEN WITH THE TOP OF THE SHIELD.
Page 7: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE CUTTING BLADE WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit WARNING: Do not use the cutting blade for edging or as an edger. Severe personal injury to yourself or others can result.
Page 8: Holding The Trimmer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE TRIMMER WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position (Fig. 5). Check for the following: • The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing.
Page 9: Operation
Refer to your BRIGGS & STRATTON owners’ manual for engine information 1. Adding oil to a new unit 2. Adding fuel 3. Starting a NEW engine 4. Starting and Stopping Periodic Maintenance Chart WARNING: Accidental engine starting can cause injury. Always remove the spark plug before servicing the engine to prevent accidental starting.
Page 10: Service/Adjustments
SERVICE/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY RULES 1. Shut down the trimmer to make certain the head cannot turn while working with the head. 2. Check mounting of cutting head on trimmer and tighten if it is loose 3. Inspect head for wear, chips or cracks. Replace parts or entire head if needed. 4.
Page 11: Service/Adjustments
SERVICE/ADJUSTMENTS SAFETY RULES 1. Shut down the trimmer to make certain the blade cannot turn while working with the blade. 2. Make certain the correct shield is securely attached and in the correct position. 3. Always wear gloves when working with the blade. 4.
Page 12: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Case 1. Starting failure CHECK Fuel tank Fuel filter Carburetor idle speed screw No spark Spark plug Case 2. Engine starts but does not keep running/Hard re-starting CHECK Fuel tank Carburetor idle speed screw Muffler, cylinder(exhaust port) Air cleaner Cylinder fin, fan cover If your unit needs further service, please consult with an authorized service dealer in your area.
Page 13: Storage
WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: • Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting. • Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames form water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Page 14 Engine/Motor/Moteur 10082 10087 10083 10084 10094 10085 10098 10073 10074 10076 10079 10077 10075 10078 10014 10015 10052 10008 10086 10092 10093 10095 10096 10091 10080 10219 10072 10226 10065 10224 10070 10066 10064 10223 10225 10300 10053BC 10017 10016 10061 10003BC 10000...
Page 15: Illustrated Parts List
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST SEE FIG. BRUSH CUTTER BC-8 Part Number Model Used On 10000 BC-8 /SS-18 /CS-16 10003BC BC-8 10008 BC-8 10010 BC-8 /SS-18 10014 CS-16/SS-18/BC-8 10015 CS-16/SS-18/BC-8 10016 CS-16/SS-18/BC-8 10017 CS-16/SS-18/BC-8 10030 BC-8 10052 BC-8 /SS-18 10053BC BC-8 10061...
Page 16 Sarlo will repair or replace, free of charge any part or parts of the units found upon examination by any Factory Authorized Dealer or by the factory to be defective in materials and or workmanship for the term of the warranty.