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user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts
26L/U, 33L/U,43U, 53U Brushcutter
Read this manual carefully before operating the machine
Original Instructions Version June 16
26LU-33LU-43U-53U_210616

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts 26L/U, 33L/U,43U, 53U Brushcutter Read this manual carefully before operating the machine Original Instructions Version June 16 26LU-33LU-43U-53U_210616...
  • Page 2 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This Brushcutter is a 2 stroke fast running power tool and is designed to be used in a domestic application for trimming grass and light brush. Original Instructions Version June 16...

  • Page 3: Component Location

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Component Location BLADE 3 Point blade for grass, weed or brush cutting applications. DRIVE SHAFT Contains the drive shaft. THROTTLE TRIGGER Spring loaded to return to idle when released. IGNITION SWITCH Slide switch, forward to run, back to stop.

  • Page 4: Safety Symbols

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Safety Symbols Warning: Danger, Caution Read the documentation and safety instructions which are provided in this user manual. When operating this machine, use protective equipment such as goggles, helmet and ear defenders. Wear security shoes and gloves.

  • Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols On The Machine

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Never modify the cutter in any way. Improper use of any cutter can cause serious or fatal injury. Beware of blade thrust Taking Care of Warning Labels Always keep warning labels clean and free of scratches, which might make them illegible or difficult to read.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Only approved Mitox accessories should be used with this product. This Brushcutter is equipped with extremely sharp blades, always wear sturdy gloves when handling the blades and fit the safety guards when not in use.

  • Page 7: Work Clothing And Safety Equipment

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Never use the Brushcutter in conditions as described below: When the ground is slippery or when other conditions exist which might make it difficult to maintain a steady posture while using the Brushcutter. At night, at times of heavy fog, or at any other times when your field of vision is limited and it would be difficult to gain a clear view of the area where the Brushcutter is to be used.

  • Page 8: Safe Handling Of Fuel

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U this reason, you should always be careful to adhere to the following instructions when using your Brushcutter. Never hold the Brushcutter in a way in which the cutting head is pointing towards someone else. Never allow the blade to come into contact with your body.

  • Page 9: Before Operating The Brushcutter

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Before Operating the Brushcutter Before beginning work, carefully check the work area and remove any obstacles. Within a perimeter of 15 metres of the work area should be considered a hazardous area into which no- one should enter while the Brushcutter is being used, and when necessary this area should be marked with a warning rope, warning signs, or other forms of warning.

  • Page 10: Avoid Noise Problems

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Avoid Noise Problems Check and follow the local regulations for sound levels and hours of operation for garden machinery. In general, operate Brushcutters between 8 am and 5 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 5 pm at weekends.

  • Page 11: Two-Stroke Fuel

    NOTE Due to increased Ethanol content in petrol we recommend the use of B3C Ethanol Shield 2-Stroke Oil, and Ethanol Shield Fuel Stabiliser to protect your MITOX® engine against the   harmful effects of Ethanol. www.b3cfuel.co.uk Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 12 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Fuel Storage (Without Ethanol Shield) Mixed two-stroke fuel which has been left unused for a period of one month or more may damage the carburettor and result in the engine failing to start or operate correctly.

  • Page 13: Installing The Guard

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Assembly of the Brushcutter The blade fitted to the guard is sharp and can cause injury, always wear gloves. Installing the Guard • Place the Brushcutter with the head facing down. • Fit the shield using the bracket and 2 X M5x16 screws...
  • Page 14 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Installing the Nylon Head • Lay the Brushcutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up. Rotate the gear box shaft until the hole Insert an Allen key or screwdriver into in the holder A lines up with the slot in the hole in the gearbox cover and into the metal guard.

  • Page 15: Installing The 3 Tooth Blade

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Installing the 3 Tooth Blade • Lay the Brushcutter on its back with the gearbox shaft facing up. Insert an Allen key or Rotate the screwdriver gear box shaft into the hole until the hole in the gearbox...
  • Page 16 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Using the Brushcutter Choosing the cutting device Choose the most suitable cutting device for the job to be done, according to these general indications: • The cutting line head can eliminate tall grass and non-woody vegetation •...

  • Page 17: Point Blade

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U 3-Point Blade • Start cutting above the undergrowth and then move down with the blade so as to cut the brush into small pieces. • Avoid hitting stones, piles of earth, small pieces of wood or anything that could be hidden or difficult to see in the grass.
  • Page 18 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Installing the Loop Handle Assembly (L Models) Ensure Arrow Points Towards Cutter Head Upper Handle Fixing Screw Clamp Rubber Block Drive Shaft To Engine Drive Shaft To Cutter Head Lower Handle • Fix the Clamp to the Drive Shaft, then pinch the flat lugs together on the underside of the Clamp and slide them into the slot in the Lower Handle.
  • Page 19 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Installing the U Handle Assembly (U Models) Drive Shaft To Engine Bolts Right handle Upper Bracket Lower Bracket Drive Shaft To Left handle Cutter Head • Remove the upper bracket from the assembly by undoing the 4 bolts.

  • Page 20: Operation

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Operation Keep clear of the cutter head as it may start moving when the engine starts. Starting the Engine CAUTION do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is extended, this can damage the starter mechanism.

  • Page 21: Stopping The Engine

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Fig 5 - Move the choke lever (e) to the Fig 6 - Pull the starter rope until the engine RUN ( ) position. starts, then squeeze the throttle briefly to release the fast idle control and return the engine to idle.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Running In During the first ten hours of work, avoid running the engine at maximum speed for a prolonged period until all the components have bedded in, after the engine has been run in, it will reach its maximum power.

  • Page 23: Spark Plug

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Spark Plug 0.6 - 0.7mm Poor starting or misfiring is often caused by a fouled or defective spark plug, clean and reset the gap to 0.65 mm, or replace the spark plug with RCJ7Y (Champion) as necessary.

  • Page 24: Safety Lock

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Carburettor The carburettor mixture setting has been set at the factory and will not need adjusting. Adjusting the idle speed: If adjustment is necessary turn the T screw (a) clockwise until the cutting head starts to move, then turn the screw T anticlockwise until the cutting head stops.

  • Page 25: Gear Case

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Storage • Remove the spark plug; pour a small amount of oil into the cylinder. Rotate the crankshaft several times using the starting rope in order to distribute the oil. Put the spark plug back in.
  • Page 26 8. Refit the spool cover (b), ensuring it is securely clicked into place. **NOTE** To watch a video on fitting the nylon cutting line visit www.mitox.co.uk Never use a cutting device other than those supplied by the manufacturer. (Steel cord is never allowed) Always use original spare parts in order to benefit from continuous warranty.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Troubleshooting Engine will not start, power loss: • Check that the fuel tank is not empty. Fill with mixed fuel. • The fuel does not reach the carburettor. Change the fuel filter in the fuel tank.

  • Page 28: Service Schedule

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Service Schedule Component Procedure Before Every 15 Every 25 Every 50 Note Hours Hours Hours Fuel leaks / Wipe up spillage Fuel tank, filter Inspect / Replace if clean necessary Idle adjust See p.24 Adjust screw...

  • Page 29: Specifications

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Specifications Model 26L SELECT 26U SELECT Engine type 1E34F-4 (air cooled 2-stroke petrol engine) Power  (max.) 0.75Kw Engine displacement 25.4cc Idling speed 3100 ± 300 Engine maximum speed no load Grass Trimmer 9000 rpm Cutting diameter...
  • Page 30 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Specifications Model 43U SELECT Engine type 1E40F-5 (air cooled 2-stroke petrol engine) Power  (max.) 1.25Kw Engine displacement 42.7cc Idling speed 3100 ± 300 Engine maximum speed no load Grass Trimmer 8500 rpm Cutting diameter Nylon Head 430mm - 3 Tooth Blade 255mm Cutting Line Diameter 2.4mm...
  • Page 31 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Notes Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 32 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts Drawing: 26L Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 33 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts List: 26L MITBC330D.01.00.00-6 PLASTIC PLATE PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MIGB/T119.2 5X10 PIN 5X10 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC331D.01.01.00-4 FAN COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIYD62.02.00-3 STARTER HANDLE MITBC430D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM MIYD25.02.01-2 ROPE GUIDE MIGB/T893.1 35...
  • Page 34 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts Drawing: 26L Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 35 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts List: 26L PART No DESCRIPTION PART No DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.02.00-3 CLAMP MITBC431S.05.01-3 HANDLE CLAMP MITBC430D.03.02-00 HARNESS CLAMP LOOP MITBC431S.05.01-4 HANDLE BAR MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X28 SCREW M5X28 MITBC430D.03.00-2 CLAMP MIGB/T93 M5 SPRING WASHER M5...
  • Page 36 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts Drawing: 26U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 37 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts List: 26U MITBC330D.01.00.00-6 PLASTIC PLATE PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MIGB/T119.2 5X10 PIN 5X10 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC331D.01.01.00-4 FAN COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIYD62.02.00-3 STARTER HANDLE MITBC430D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM MIYD25.02.01-2 ROPE GUIDE MIGB/T893.1 35...
  • Page 38 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts Drawing: 26U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 39 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts List: 26U PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.02.00-3 CLAMP MIC43.1113.0102 SPACER MITBC430D.03.02-00 HARNESS CLAMP LOOP MITBC430D.06.00-1 CLAMP 26MM MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X20 SCREW M6X20 MITBC430D.03.00-2 CLAMP MITBC431D.05.00-2 RUBBER HANDLE MIGB/T6170 M5 NUT M5 MITBC431D.05.00-1...
  • Page 40 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts Drawing: 33L Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 41 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts List: 33L MITBC330D.01.00.00-6 PLASTIC PLATE PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MIGB/T119.2 5X10 PIN 5X10 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC331D.01.01.00-4 FAN COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIYD62.02.00-3 STARTER HANDLE MITBC430D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM MIYD25.02.01-2 ROPE GUIDE MIGB/T893.1 35...
  • Page 42 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts Drawing: 33L Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 43 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts List: 33L PART No DESCRIPTION PART No DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.02.00-3 CLAMP MITBC431S.05.01-3 HANDLE CLAMP MITBC430D.03.02-00 HARNESS CLAMP LOOP MITBC431S.05.01-4 HANDLE BAR MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X28 SCREW M5X28 MITBC430D.03.00-2 CLAMP MIGB/T93 M5 SPRING WASHER M5...
  • Page 44 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts Drawing: 33U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 45 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts List: 33U MITBC330D.01.00.00-6 PLASTIC PLATE PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MIGB/T119.2 5X10 PIN 5X10 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC331D.01.01.00-4 FAN COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIYD62.02.00-3 STARTER HANDLE MITBC430D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM MIYD25.02.01-2 ROPE GUIDE MIGB/T893.1 35...
  • Page 46 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts Drawing: 33U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 47 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts List: 33U PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.02.00-3 CLAMP MIC43.1113.0102 SPACER MITBC430D.03.02-00 HARNESS CLAMP LOOP MITBC430D.06.00-1 CLAMP 26MM MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X20 SCREW M6X20 MITBC430D.03.00-2 CLAMP MITBC431D.05.00-2 RUBBER HANDLE MIGB/T6170 M5 NUT M5 MITBC431D.05.00-1...
  • Page 48 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts Drawing: 43U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 49 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts List: 43U MIGB/T119.2 5X10 PIN 5X10 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.01.01.00-4 FAN COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC430D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM MIA62.0110.0002 STARTER HANDLE MIGB/T893.1 35 CIRCLIP (SIZE 35) MIYD25.02.01-2...
  • Page 50 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts Drawing: 43U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 51 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts List: 43U PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.02.00-3 CLAMP MIC43.1113.0102 SPACER MITBC430D.03.02-00A HARNESS CLAMP MITBC431D.06.00-1A GUARD CLAMP MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X20 SCREW M6X20 MITBC430D.03.00-2A RETAINER CLIP MITBC431D.05.00-2A RUBBER HANDLE MIGB/T6170 M5 NUT M5 MITBC431D.05.00-1A...
  • Page 52 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts Drawing: 53U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 53 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Engine Parts List: 53U MIGB/T119.2 5X10 PIN 5X10 PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.01.01.00-4 FAN COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC430D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM MIA62.0110.0002 STARTER HANDLE MIGB/T893.1 35 CIRCLIP (SIZE 35) MIYD25.02.01-2...
  • Page 54 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts Drawing: 53U Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 55 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Appliance Parts List: 53U PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION MITBC431D.02.00-3 CLAMP MIC43.1113.0102 SPACER MITBC430D.03.02-00A HARNESS CLAMP MITBC431D.06.00-1A GUARD CLAMP MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X20 SCREW M6X20 MITBC430D.03.00-2A RETAINER CLIP MITBC431D.05.00-2A RUBBER HANDLE MIGB/T6170 M5 NUT M5 MITBC431D.05.00-1A...

  • Page 56: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: BRUSHCUTTER Model(s): 26L SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 57 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: BRUSHCUTTER Model(s): 26U SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 58 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: BRUSHCUTTER Model(s): 33L SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 59 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: BRUSHCUTTER Model(s): 33U SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 60 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: BRUSHCUTTER Model(s): 43U SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 61 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: BRUSHCUTTER Model(s): 53U SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 62 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Notes Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 63 26L/U, 33L/U, 43U, 53U Notes Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 64 The manufacturer undertakes to replace any spare parts that are classified as defective by an appointed Mitox service dealer. The manufacturer will not accept liability for the replacement of the machine, either partially or wholly, and /or consequential damages and /or interest charges either directly or indirectly.

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