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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL 31cc 4 Stroke Gas Brush Cutter Model # PS431 Have product questions or need technical support? Please feel free to contact us! Website: www.Amerisuninc.com www.powersmartusa.com Toll free: 1-800-791-9458 Mon-Fri 9-5 EST Email: support@amerisuninc.com...
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Page 3: Technical Data
Operation……………………..………………………………………… 13 Maintenance……………………………………………………………... Storage……………………………………………………………………. 15 Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………. Exploded view & parts list……………………………………………… Warranty………………………………………………………………… TECHNICAL DATA 31cc 4 Stroke Gas Brush Cutter Model # PS431 Engine type: 4 stroke, single cylinder Displacement: 31 cc Fuel tank capacity: 20.3 fl.oz Oil capacity: 2.7 fl.oz... -
Page 4: Safety Information
INTRODUCTION ® Thank You for Purchasing a PowerSmart Product. This manual provides information regarding the safe operation and maintenance of this product. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the ® information in this manual. PowerSmart reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice. - Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES For any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual or on the product, please call (800) 791-9458 Mon-Fri 9-5 EST before using the engine. Read all instructions before operating Warning: When using the unit, all safety rules must be followed. Please read these instructions before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders.
- Page 6 Even if you use an engine correctly, CO may leak into the home. ALWAYS use a battery-powered or battery-backup CO alarm in the home. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the engine has been running, move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning. WARNING: The exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
- Page 7 • Use only recommended accessories and replacement parts. • Have all maintenance and service not explained in this manual performed by your authorized service dealer. CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect area before starting unit. Remove all debris and hard objects such as rocks, glass, wire, etc., that can ricochet, be thrown, or otherwise cause injury or damage during operation.
- Page 8 2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area. 3. Never allow children under the age of 16 to operate the product. 4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
- Page 9 KNOWING YOUR BRUSH CUTTER Please use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with the location and function of the components that control of your brush cutter. Recoil Starter handle Shoulder strap Spark plug Throttle trigger ON/OFF switch Oil dipstick Handlebar Fuel tank Coupler Choke lever...
- Page 10 BRUSH CUTTER PREPARATION The following section describes steps necessary to prepare the brush cutter for use. If after reading this section, you are unsure about how to perform any of the steps please call (800) 791-9458 Mon-Fri 9-5 EST for customer service. Failure to perform these steps properly can damage the brush cutter or shorten its lifespan.
- Page 11 REPLACE THE BLADE WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. WARNING: Do not use any blades, or fastening hardware other than the washers and nuts shown in the following illustrations.
- Page 12 ADD GASOLINE WARNING: This product may emit highly flammable and explosive gasoline vapors, which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited. A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if not directly in contact with gasoline. Use fresh (within 30 days from purchase), lead-free gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane rating. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
- Page 13 OPERATION WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel information in the safety rules before you begin. If you do not understand the safety rules, do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call customer support. STARTING A COLD ENGINE 1. Set unit on a flat surface. Primer bulb 2.
- Page 14 • Cut only grass, weeds, and woody brush up to 1/2 inch (1 cm) in diameter with the blade. Do not let the blade contact material it cannot cut such as stumps, rocks, fences, metal, etc., or clusters of hard, woody brush having a diameter greater than 1/2 inch (1 cm).
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance. CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS Contact customer service for replacement of damaged or worn parts. ON/OFF Switch -- Ensure ON/OFF switch functions properly by pushing and releasing the switch. Make sure engine stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart engine and continue.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
SEASONAL STORAGE Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more. If your unit is to be stored for a period of time: 1. Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage. 2. - Page 17 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Engine exploded view...
- Page 18 Engine parts list Item Stock # Description Item Stock # Description 100002804 Breather Hose 100010576 Woodruff Key 100010417-0001 Screw M5×15 100003055 Piston 100002301 Valve Cover 100003218 Circlip 100002788 Oil Block 100003112 Piston Pin 100011001-0001 Screw ST4.2×10 100003227 Piston Ring Set 100010128 Valve Cover Gasket 100003134...
- Page 19 Brush cutter exploded view...
- Page 20 Brush cutter parts list Item Stock # Description Item Stock # Description 303190256 31cc 4 Stroke Engine 303020553 Screw M5x12 202310001 Connector component 202260002 Gear box component 303020553 Screw M5x12 303020555 Screw M5x25 303020554 Screw M6x30 303020553 Screw M5x12 303020554 Screw M6x30 303080492 Upper handle...
- Page 21 To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the entire power tool product; transportation prepaid, to PowerSmart. The owner must include a legible copy of the original receipt, which shall list the date of purchase, along with the company’s name where the product was purchased.
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