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Briggs & Stratton VICTA Assembly And Owner's Manual

Briggs & Stratton VICTA Assembly And Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Line Trimmer Assembly and Owner’s Manual WARNING! Read this manual before operating your VICTA trimmer.
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT NOTES Please read the following Thank you for purchasing your VICTA trimmer. VICTA prides itself in the quality and performance of all its products. This instruction manual will aid in the assembly, safe operation and maintenance of your trimmer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Quick Start Quick Start Features & Definitions Features Definitions Safety & Handling Safety Instructions Hazards Personal Safety Equipment Assembly Procedures Handle Assembly Carry Strap Assembly Guard Assembly Shaft Assembly Trimmer Line Assembly Cutting Head Assembly Operating Instructions Fuelling Procedures Starting Instructions Stopping Instructions...

  • Page 4: Quick Start

    QUICK START Quick Start Guide Check the position & operation of controls to ensure you are comfortable before you start using the machine. Check all components are assembled as per assembly instructions on page 7. Check • That there are no leaks in the fuel system •...

  • Page 5: Features Definitions

    Engine Shroud Cowling Fuel Primer Pump Starter Chord Lever Choke Lever Air Filter Housing Cover Petrol Tank Shaft Coupling Trimmer Line - Bump Head Bent Lower Shaft Upper Shaft Do not operate the VICTA Trimmer before reading all Safety & Handling sections.
  • Page 6 Fuel Primer Pump Starter Chord Lever Choke Lever Air Filter Housing Cover Petrol Tank Shaft Coupling Trimmer Line - Bump Head Straight Lower Shaft Upper Shaft Braket, Trimmer Guard Do not operate the VICTA Trimmer before reading all Safety & Handling sections.
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions Do not operate the VICTA Trimmer before reading all Instructions & reading all Safety & Handling sections. Operator Safety • Wear the necessary safety equipment, as listed on page (6), in the Personal Safety Equipment Section. • Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
  • Page 8 • Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and inspect the unit if it begins to vibrate abnormally or if it strikes a foreign object. • Use only genuine VICTA trimmer line. Never use wire, rope, string, etc. • Use only genuine VICTA replacement parts.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions Hazards

    Safety Instructions Hazards The following safety precautions must be strictly observed to avoid the risk of damage or personal injury. Prior to using the unit, clear the operating area of objects which may be thrown up by the cutting head, such as rocks, glass and other debris.

  • Page 10: Handle Assembly

    ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Handle Assembly Fitting the handle 1. Remove all the screws from the handle. (Fig.1) 2. Position brackets on Upper Shaft and secure scews.(Fig.2) 3. Position Top handle onto bracket and secure two screws. (Fig.3) Fig: 1 Fig: 2 Fig: 3 CAUTION! Not too loose or too tight.

  • Page 11: Shaft Assembly

    ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Guard Assembly Fitting the straight shaft guard 1. Remove two screws from guard (Fig 7). 2. Position guard under the securing saddle (Fig 8). 3. Secure the two screws into the guard (Fig 9). Fig: 7 Fig: 8 Fig: 9 CAUTION! Do not use the trimmer without the guard.

  • Page 12: Trimmer Line Assembly

    ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Trimmer Line Assembly - Bump Head (Select Models only) upper spool cover housing middle plate spool Top of Spool Notches in top of spool 1. Press two cover clips inwards on the housing & remove the cover slowly. Note: Retain the spring within the housing.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Trimmer Line Assembly - Bump Head (Select Models only) Cover Clips Notches in top of spool Slots in middle plate Eyelet Slot Bump Head Assembly 1. Housing 2. Arbor 3. Spring Upper Spool 4. Spool 5. Eyelet (2) 6.
  • Page 14 Slot in cast head 1. Cut a length of line to 44cm, or use Victa part number TR00200A. Bend line in half at the centre (equal ends). Use only 3mm diameter Nylon line (Fig: 1) 2. Push the bent end of the line under the lug of the trimmer head 3.

  • Page 15: Cutting Head Assembly

    ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES Cutting Head Assembly Blade protector Note: Some models are supplied with cutting head options which can be changed as preferred. Some models are supplied with Line a head removal spanner to assist with removal of the Cast cutting Alloy head.

  • Page 16: Fuelling Procedures

    NOTE: Product may need to be reprimed if it has run out of fuel. • Victa recommends the use of Victa Formula V 2-stroke oil at 50:1 fuel to oil ratio only. • The use of other oils and or ratios will affect the engine lubrication, which may cause engine damage and void engine manufacturer's warranty.

  • Page 17: Starting Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation Starting the Engine Cold Start (1) Set the machine down on a hard, level surface (2) Press the fuel pump primer 10 times (This is found behind the air filter housing - see Fig 1.) (3) Ensure the 'STOP SWITCH' is set to the 'ON' position (slide back towards the engine) as shown in Fig 2.
  • Page 18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operation Starting the Engine If the engine does not start up after several attempts, read the section on trouble shooting. Always pull the starter out in a straight line. IF THIS IS NOT FOLLOWED, STARTER CORD WILL BE FRAYED AND CORD WILL BREAK! This is not covered by the product Warranty.

  • Page 19: Trimming Tips

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Trimming Procedures Practical tips • Practice all operating techniques with the engine switched off before you start to use the machine. • Remove Weed/Grass wrapped around Head/Shaft. DO NOT use steel wire or plastic-coated steel wire of any kind with your string head.

  • Page 20: Stopping Instructions

    Maintenance - Air Filter Maintenance of the air filter Always switch off the machine and pull out of spark plug H.T. lead before carrying out any maintenance work. NOTE: Dirty air filters reduce the engine output by supply too little air to the carburettor. Regular checks of the air filter is essential.

  • Page 21: Spark Plug

    Maintenance - Spark Plug VICTA # HA25735A BOSCH # WSR6F NGK # BPMR7A CHAMPION # RC J6Y Your trimmer may be fitted with a NGK or CHAMPION spark plug. Spark plug gap = 0.025 inch (0.7 mm). Tighten the spark plug with a torque of 12-15 Nm.

  • Page 22: Maintenance Chart

    Never repair cutting attachments by welding, straightening or custom reworking of parts. This may result in product failure or serious injury. Never attempt maintenance that is not outlined in this manual. All repair work must be carried out by a VICTA Authorised Service Centre.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine will not start Electrode is wet or fouled Dry spark plug or replace Carbon deposit on electrode Clean spark plug Spark plug (no spark) Cracked insulator Replace spark plug STOP SWITCH in OFF position Switch to ON Too small or large electrode gap Adjust gap to 0.7mm (0.025")

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting

    ("Fitting trimmer line - bump head" on page 9) If running difficulties continue, contact your closest VICTA Authorised Service Centre in Australia and New Zealand. Please look up and locate your local Authorised Service Centre on www.victa.com.au or contact Victa Lawncare...
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  • Page 28 ©2017 Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd Victa is a trademark of Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced by any means without prior written permission. All information herein is subject to change without notice.

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