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SGS SCT501 Owner's Manual

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5 IN 1 MULTI- TOOL
OWNER'S MANUAL
FOR YOUR SAFETY
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE USE.

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RUSSELL JONES
January 16, 2025

Hi ,I have a fuel leak from around the grommet on the fuel tank.i have just changed the fuel pipe, could it be too small.what size should it be ?

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Ian Cooper
January 16, 2025

Do you stick spare parts for this model.? In particular the pull start assy.

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  • Page 1 5 IN 1 MULTI- TOOL OWNER’S MANUAL FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND RETAIN THEM FOR FUTURE USE.
  • Page 2 PARTS LOCATION filter cover Choke Muffler lever Primer bulb Pull start Fuel tank Harness suspension Throttle point control On/off Loop Main switch handle shaft tube Throttle Split shaft cable connector Throttle trigger WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 2 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 3 PARTS LOCATION Brush cutter gear Working case shaft tube Three point blade Attachment guard Nylon trimmer Hedge Working trimmer Hedge trimmer shaft tube gear case attachment Pruner gear case Working Oil tank shaft tube Pruner saw Pruner guide bar Chain cover PAGE 3...
  • Page 4 The operator of the machine must ensure, while working, that no persons or animals come closer than 50 feet (15 meters). Only use non--metallic, flexible cutting attachments, i.e. trimmer heads with trimmer line. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 4 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 5 FOR SAFE OPERATION GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary, e.g., when fitting cutting attachments. HEARING PROTECTION Wear hearing protection that provides adequate noise reduction. EYE PROTECTION Always wear approved eye protection. If you use a visor then you must also wear approved protective goggles.
  • Page 6 FOR SAFE OPERATION The strimmer attachment is only designed for trimming grass. The only accessories you can operate with this en- gine unit are the cutting attachments we recommend. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgment or your coordi- nation.
  • Page 7 FOR SAFE OPERATION All covers and guards must be fitted before starting. Make sure the spark plug cap and lead are not dam- aged. Otherwise you could get an electric shock. The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 50 feet (15 meters) while working.
  • Page 8 • Never allow the engine to run at high RPM without a load. Doing so could damage the engine. • Keep the pruner as clean as possible. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 8 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 9 SET UP A standard package contains the items as shown below. (5) Chain tension adjust screw (1) Guide bar (6) Nut (2) Saw chain (7) Chain tensioner nut (3) Transmission (8) Chain cover (4) Sprocket WARNING The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use protective gloves for safety.
  • Page 10 3. Fit the chain tensioner nut into the lower hole of the guide bar, then install the chain cover, and fasten the mounting nut to finger tightness. (1) Hole (2) Moving direction (3) Toolless chain tensioner roller WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 10 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 11 SET UP 4. Adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw until the tie straps just touch the bottom side of the bar rail. (a) Loosen (b) Tighten 5. Tighten the mounting nut securely with the bar tip held up (TORQUE: 8.9 ~ 11.7 N.m./90 ~ 120 kg-cm). Then check the chain for smooth rotation and correct tension while moving it by hand.
  • Page 12 ARM’ of carburettor moves to contact with ‘FULL ON STOP- PER’ by gripping throttle lever. CONNECTING SWITCH WIRES Connect the switch wires between the engine and the main unit. Pair wires of the same colour. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 12 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 13 SET UP Connecting the shaft To connect the working shaft to the main shaft with the coupler: 1. Loosen the Locking Knob (A) counter clockwise so the working shaft can be inserted into the tube coupler. 2. Press the Push Button (B) and gently rotate the working shaft back and forth while inserting to make sure the drive shaft is placed in position.
  • Page 14 Tighten the loop handle with the screw and nut. Insert the nuts (4) into the counter- sunk holes in the lower handle and secure the top part of the handle with the bolts supplied (4). WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 14 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 15 SET UP INSTALLING CUTTING ATTACHMENT GUARD Put the cutting attachment guard on the gearbox, attach it with the nuts and bolts provided. BRUSH CUTTER AND EDGE TRIMMER INSTALLING METAL BLADE 1- Insert the key wrench into the gear case locking Gear case hole.
  • Page 16 3- Screw the nylon spool on the shaft thread. 4- Check the spool is secured tightly. ATTACHING THE TRIMMING MECHANISM Attachment tube Screw hole Screw Gear case Fastening bolt (Instructions to follow on page 10) WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 16 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 17 SET UP 1. Remove the plastic cap on the end of the tube. 2. Remove the screw. 3. Insert the end of the tube into the gear case, and make sure to align the transmission shaft of the tube with the transmission shaft of the gear case.
  • Page 18 5. Tighten the mounting nut securely with the bar tip held up (TORQUE: 8.9 ~ 11.7 N.m./90 ~ 120 kg-cm). Then check the chain for smooth rotation and correct tension while mov- ing it by hand. If necessary, readjust. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 18 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 19 ASSEMBLY Balancing the strimmer 1. Put the harness on and attach your strimmer to it. 2. Slide clamp up and down, till you feel comfortable with how the strimmer balances, and how you can manoeuvre it whilst working. Make sure the strimmer unit is off, whilst doing this procedure, to ensure accurate balancing.
  • Page 20 Use soap and water. • If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines. • Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is a skin irritant. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 20 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 21 MIXING THE OIL AND FUEL HOW TO MIX FUEL WARNING Petrol is flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel. Make sure to stop the engine and allow it cool before refilling the unit. Select outdoor bare ground for filling with fuel and move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from the fuel filling point before starting the engine.
  • Page 22 2. Move at least 10 feet (3 metres) away from the fuel filling point before starting the engine. 3. Stop the engine before refilling the unit with fuel. At that time, be sure to sufficiently agitate the mixed fuel in the container. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 22 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 23 FILLING WITH OIL AND FUEL FOR YOUR ENGINE LIFE, AVOID: 1. FUEL WITH NO OIL (RAW PETROL) – It will cause severe damage to the internal engine parts very quickly. 2. ‘GASOHOL’ – It can cause deterioration of rubber and/orplas- tic parts and disruption of engine lubrication.
  • Page 24 Press the priming bulb 5 to 8 times. This will help the strimmer start with less pulls of the starter cord. If you can’t see fuel enter- ing the priming bulb please contact SGS. Move the strimmers switch to the On (I) position.
  • Page 25 SET THE CHOKE For a cold engine, move the choke to the “Start” posi- tion (closed). Squeeze the throttle lever once. When re-starting the strimmer (warm engine) you can move the choke straight into the “Run” position (open). PAGE 25...
  • Page 26 Now, pull the pull start hard several times until the engine fires and starts. Pull the rope up as vertically as you can. Don’t let the rope drag on the casing of the strimmer. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 26 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 27 OPEN THE CHOKE Once the machine is running, move the choke to the “Run” position (open)/ Squeeze the throttle to rev the strimmer and then let your machine idle for a 30- 40 seconds. Your strimmer should now be ready to use. PAGE 27...
  • Page 28 If you hear the engine bog when you pull the trigger, the carburetor needs adjusting via the carb adjustment screw. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 28 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 29 ADJUSTING THE CARBURETOR Locate the adjustment screw on your machine Wind the carb screw all the way in (clockwise). Wind the carb screw 1.5 - 2 turns anti-clockwise. Restart the starting procedure This is the most common set up for the carburetor, however you can fine tune it depending on how your strimmer is run- ning: Erratic idling behaviour or poor acceleration - the engine...
  • Page 30 If the spark plug is damp with fuel then the engine is flood- ed. Remove the plug, and allow the excess fuel to evapo- rate. Replace the plug and follow the usual starting procedure. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 30 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 31 CHECKING FOR A SPARK To find out whether the sparkplug of your strimmer is pro- ducing a spark, expose and remove the sparkplug as per the previous page. Pull the spark plug wire off the plug and remove the spark plug with the wrench included in your toolkit.
  • Page 32 Restart the starting procedure If you're still struggling to start your SGS strimmer after following the troubleshooting please contact us/ If you are still having trouble with your strimmer,...
  • Page 33 OPERATION ADJUSTING THROTTLE CABLE The normal play is 1 or 2 mm when measured at the carburetor side end. Readjust with the cable adjuster as required. 1-2mm 1) Cable adjuster ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED 1. If the engine stops frequently at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw clockwise.
  • Page 34 Rocks or other debris could be thrown into eyes and face and cause serious personal injury. 2. Keep the cutting attachment guard in place at all times while the unit is operated. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 34 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 35 OPERATION ADJUSTING THE LINE LENGTH Your brush cutters are equipped with a semi-auto type nylon line head, that allows the operator to advance the line without stopping the engine. When the line becomes short, lightly tap the head on the ground while running the engine at full throttle.
  • Page 36 If you find any damage to the blade, discard it and replace with a new one. By using the shoulder strap, hang the unit on your right side. Adjust the strap length so that the cutting head is parallel to the ground. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 36 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 37 OPERATION PERIODICAL BOLT ATTACHER SAFETY CHECK 1. Check the bolt every so often that fastens the blade and be sure the bolt has no fault, and no abrasion. 2. Be sure that the blade and the holder have been fastened secureley and that the blade turns smoothly without abnormal noise.
  • Page 38 The operator can lose con- trol of the unit and the blade can cause serious personal injury to the operator or any person nearby if the blade con- tacts any part of the body. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 38 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 39 OPERATION 2. How you can reduce the chance of blade thrust: a. Recognize that blade thrust can happen. By understanding and knowing about bounce, you can help eliminate the ele- ment of surprise. b. Cut fibrous weeds and grass only. Do not let the blade contact materials it cannot cut such as hard, woody vines and bushes or rocks, fences, metal, etc.
  • Page 40 Never forget to place the protective cover over the blades. When transporting the unit over long distances, detach the blade and fasten the unit by ropes. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 40 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 41 OPERATION WARNING This product is equipped with extremely sharp blades, and when used improperly these blades can be extremely dangerous, and improper handling can cause accidents, which may in turn lead to serious injury or death. For this reason, you should always be careful to follow the following instructions when using your trimmer.
  • Page 42 1. Stop the engine 2. Fit the protective cover on the blades 3. Pull out the safety rod (1). 4. Turn the adjustment mechanism to adjust the angle of the hedge trimmer head. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 42 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 43 OPERATION WORKING WITH THE POLE PRUNER CHECKING OIL SUPPLY After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil has scattered off, as shown in the figure. 1) Chain oil NOTE The oil reservoir has a capacity sufficient to provide about 40 minutes of cutting time (when set to deliver the minimum flow rate, or about as long as you’ll get from a tank of fuel).
  • Page 44 1. Stop the engine and make sure the stop switch is in the OFF position. 2. Place the unit on its side with the oil reservoir up. (1) Oil tank (2) Chain cover WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 44 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 45 OPERATION WARNING The oil flow adjusting screw must be pressed in slightly in order to turn. Failure to do so could damage the pump and screw. 3. With a screwdriver, push in the oil flow rate adjusting screw and turn in the desired direction (there are three incremental settings): (a) Clockwise-decrease lubrication (b) Counter clockwise-increase lubrication...
  • Page 46 Be careful not to tip any fuels during moving to another spot. When transporting the unit over long distances, ensure the engine is cool to the touch, and that any fluids cannot spill out. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 46 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 47 MAINTENANCE COMPONENT PROCEDURE BEFORE EVERY HOURS 25 50 100 Fuel leaks, fuel spillage Wipe out Fuel tank, air filter, fuel Inspect/clean filter Idle adjusting screw See Adjusting idle speed (pg. 48) Spark plug Clean and readjust gap Cylinder fins, air intake Clean vent Muffler, spark arrester,...
  • Page 48 25 hours of use, or more often depending on the usage frequency of the product. • Remove the cutter holders before installing new grease to allow for old grease to exit. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 48 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 49 MAINTENANCE BLADES • When refilling the tank or resting, it is often a good idea to use the time to oil the cutting blades. • If a gap exists between the upper and lower blades, follow the procedure below to adjust them so that they fit more closely together.
  • Page 50 25 hours of use or more often depending on the job condi- tion. When adding lubricant, use a grease gun to insert lubricant into the three grease nipples located on the trans- mission. 1) Grease fitting WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 50 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 51 MAINTENANCE Make sure to maintain the machine in good working condition, carry out regular maintenance of the machine after each use and before storage. Any breach in adequate maintenance reduces the life of the machine and increases the risk of breakdowns and accidents. To preserve the security system throughout the life of the machine, it is important to perform maintenance and proper cleaning, DO NOT use non-compliant replacement parts and...
  • Page 52 Clean the spark plug and check that the plug gap is in the correct range. For a replacement spark plug, use the correct type. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 52 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 53 MAINTENANCE CLEARING BLOCKAGES If waste gets stuck and Cylinder causes blockage around the intake air cooling vent or between the cylinder fins, it may cause the engine to overheat, and that in turn may cause mechanical failure. Make sure it is cleaned regularly.
  • Page 54 REFILLING TRIMMING LINE WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 54 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 55 MAINTENANCE Oiling OILING PORT port Dismount the guide bar and check the oil- ing port for clogging. GUIDE BAR Groove Remove any sawdust Oiling in the bar groove port and the oiling port. Grease port Grease the nose Sprocket sprocket from the feeding port on the tip of the bar.
  • Page 56 Your cutters need to be sharpened when: • Sawdust becomes powder-like. • You need extra force to saw in. • The cut way does not go straight. • Vibration increases. • Fuel consumption increases WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 56 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 57 MAINTENANCE WEAR GLOVES DURING THIS PROCESS! Place your file on the cutter and push straightforward. Keep the file position as illustrated to the right. After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated in 1, 2 and 3.
  • Page 58 When adding lubricant, use a grease gun to insert lubricant into the three grease nipples located on the transmission. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 58 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 59 STORAGE WARNING - Aged fuel is one of the major causes of engine starting failure. Before storing the unit, empty the fuel tank and run the engine until it uses all the fuel left in the fuel line and the carburetor.
  • Page 60 Dispose of the product in a waste collection centre; or seek advice from your local municipality. Proceed with disposal of remnants, tool, accessories, fuel mix- ture, oil and packaging according to local regulations regard- ing the protection of the environment. WWW.SGS-ENGINEERING.COM PAGE 60 CALL FOR ASSISTANCE: 01332 576 850...
  • Page 61 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Case 1: Starting failure CHECK PROBABLE CAUSE ACTION Fuel tank Incorrect fuel Drain and use correct fuel Fuel filter Fuel filter is clogged Clean Carburettor adjustment Out of normal range Adjust to normal range screw Sparking (no spark) Spark plug is fouled/wet.
  • Page 62 SPECIFICATION Description - 5 in 1 Multi- tool Model SCT501 Accessories: 1 adjustable carrying strap with shoulder pad; 1 mixing tank 600ml; 1 multifunction spark plug wrench; 3 Allen keys; 1 reversible head screwdriver; 1 spanner a) Engine Engine type...
  • Page 63 SPECIFICATION b) Brush cutter & edge trimmer Cutting device Metal blade Nylon wire Cutting device 3-teeth metal blade Nylon thread spool Cutting device dimensions = 255 x 25,4 x 1,6mm 2 threads x 2.5m x 2.4mm Cutting diameter = 255mm to 410mm Blade rotation direction Counterclockwise (from operator’s view) Cutting device max rotation speed at max engine speed Metal blade: 7100 min-1 Nylon thread: 6600 min-1...

  • Page 64: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    SGS Engineering (UK) Ltd West Side Park Raynesway Derby, DE21 7AZ EC Declaration of Conformity This is an important document and should be retained MANUFACTURER’S NAME: SGS Engineering (UK) Ltd Multi Tool TYPE OF EQUIPMENT: STC501 PART NUMBER: APPLICATION OF EC COUNCIL DIRECTIVES / STANDARD:...

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