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- Page 1 RCT2800AD 2-Cycle Petrol Trimmer OPERATOR’S MANUAL IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
THANK YOU Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator’s manual provides you with easy-to- understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. -
Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING : When using the unit, you must follow the safety rules. For your own safety and that of bystanders, please read these instructions before operating the unit. Please keep the instructions for later use. -
Page 4: Save These Instructions
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION • Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muffler. These parts get extremely hot from operation, even after the unit is turned off. • Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut, trim or edge. Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting. -
Page 5: Know Your Unit
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATIONS As a trimmer: • Cutting grass and light weeds • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. Stop Switch Throttle Control Line Cutting Blade Petrol Cap Starter Rope Grip Shaft Grip... -
Page 6: Assembly Instructions
Square Bolt Cutting Attachment Shield Cutting Attachment and Shield: Underside View WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, never operate the trimmer without the cutting attachment shield in place. Shaft Housing Mounting Shield Fig. 3 Guard... -
Page 7: Oil And Petrol Information
OIL AND PETROL INFORMATION OIL AND PETROL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed petrol are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded petrol. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper petrol/oil mixture. Definition of Blended Fuels Today's fuels are often a blend of petrol and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether). -
Page 8: Starting/Stopping Instructions
STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Operate this unit only in a well- ventilated outdoor area. Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area. WARNING: Avoid accidental starting. Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope (Fig. 8). To avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. -
Page 9: Operating Instructions
Clippings are thrown away from the operator. • Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the cutting area at the desired height. Move either in a forward- backward or side-to-side motion. Cutting shorter lengths produces the best results. -
Page 10: Winding The Existing Inner Reel
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. - Page 11 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS For Use with Single For Use with SplitLine™ Line ONLY Slotted Holes Fig. 15 NOTE: SplitLine™ can only be used with the inner reel with the slotted holes. Single line can be used on either type of inner reel. Use Figure 15 to identify the inner reel you have.
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Page 12: Installing A Prewound Reel
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Removing the Air Filter/Muffler Cover WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. 1. Place the choke lever in Position 2. NOTE: The choke lever must be in Position 2 to remove the air filter/ muffler cover. -
Page 13: Spark Arrestor Maintenance
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE 1. Remove air filter/muffler cover. Refer to Removing the Air Filter/Muffler Cover. 2. Locate muffler front and the two (2) bolts securing it to the engine (Fig. 26). Remove the two (2) bolts using a flatblade screwdriver or 5/16-inch socket or nut driver. -
Page 14: Cleaning And Storage
• Secure the unit while transporting. CLEANING WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Chart
ENGINE WILL NOT START C A U S E Empty petrol tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Engine is flooded Old or improperly mixed petrol Fouled spark plug Plugged spark arrestor ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE C A U S E Air filter is plugged Old or improperly mixed petrol Improper carburetor adjustment... -
Page 16: Specifications
ENGINE* Engine Type... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Stroke ... 1.25 in. (31.75 mm.) Displacement... 1.9 cu in. (31 cc.) Operating RPM ... 7,200 Idle Speed RPM ... 3,200 - 4,400 rpm Spark Plug Gap ... 0.020 in. (0.5 mm.) Lubrication ... Petrol/Oil Mixture Petrol/Oil Ratio ...
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