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26MT-SP Multi-Tool
Read this manual carefully before operating the machine
Original Instructions Version June 16
26MT-SP_140616

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Read this manual carefully before operating the machine Original Instructions Version June 16 26MT-SP_140616...
  • Page 2 26MT-SP Multi-Tool PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This Multi-Tool unit is a 2 stroke fast running power tool and is designed to be used in a domestic application with the attachments supplied. The Brushcutter attachment is designed for cutting grass and light brush, the Hedgetrimmer attachment for trimming new growth on hedges and the Pole Pruner for cutting up to 4”...

  • Page 3: Component Location

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Component Location Fuel tank – 2 stroke mixture. Engine starter/Recoil. Carburettor / air filter. Safety lever. Throttle control lever. Ignition switch. Throttle Lock. Harness hanger. Loop handle. Rubber hand grip. J-Handle. Transmission shaft. Attachment shaft. Safety guard. Gear box.

  • Page 4: Safety Symbols

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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. Check the condition of the working area to avoid any accidents from hitting hidden obstacles such as stumps, stones, cans, or broken glass.

  • Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols On The Machine

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Taking Care of Warning Labels Always keep warning labels clean and free of scratches, which might make them illegible or difficult to read. If the warning labels provided with your Multi-Tool become damaged, peel off, or otherwise become illegible or difficult to read, order new labels from the authorised servicing dealer and replace the damaged labels.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Only approved Mitox accessories should be used with this product. This Multi-Tool 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

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Never use the Multi-Tool 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 Multi-Tool. 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 Multi-Tool is to be used.

  • Page 8: Safe Handling Of Fuel

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Never hold the Multi-Tool in a way in which the cutting head is pointing towards someone else. Never allow the blades to come into contact with your body. Always turn off the engine before adjusting the Multi-Tool, or at any time when coming into close proximity with the cutting head.

  • Page 9: Before Starting The Engine

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Before Operating the Multi-Tool 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 Multi-Tool 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

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Avoid Noise Problems Check and follow the local regulations for sound levels and hours of operation for garden machinery. In general, operate Multi-Tools between 8 am and 5 pm on week days 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, or Ethanol Shield Fuel Stabiliser to protect your MITOX® engine against the harmful effects of Ethanol. Visit www.b3cfuel.co.uk for more information. Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 12 26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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. When storing the Multi-Tool for a period of more than one month, empty the fuel tank, and run the engine to empty the carburettor of fuel.
  • Page 13 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Installing the Loop Handle Assembly Upper Handle Fixing Screws (Torx) Drive Shaft Rubber Block Drive shaft to Cutter Head J-Handle • Fix the loop-handle to the shaft over the rubber block provided. Adjust to a comfortable working position then fit the J-Handle tighten the fixing screws securely.

  • Page 14: Installing The Guard

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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 Torx screws and washers.
  • Page 15 26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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 16 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Installing the 3 Point 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 17 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Replacing the Nylon Cord Check to see if the nylon head is damaged before replacing the cord. If you can see serious traces of wear or damage, you must replace the complete nylon head. 1. Stop the engine.
  • Page 18 26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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 • The 3-point blade is suitable for cutting brushwood and small shrubs up to 2 cm in diameter.

  • Page 19: Blade Information

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Assembly of the Hedgetrimmer 1. Remove the locating screw (1). 2. Using a T25 Torx Key, loosen the clamping bolt (2). 3. Slide the drive shaft (3) into the hedgetrimmer gearbox (4) until the locating hole (5) in the drive shaft is visible though the locating hole (6) in the gearbox.
  • Page 20 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Operation Adjusting the angle of the cutting blades 1. Stop the engine. 2. Always wear gloves when adjusting the blades. 3. Pull the locking pin (1) out. 4. At the same time depress the unlock levers (2) with the other hand and hold them in position.
  • Page 21 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Pole Pruner Attachment KICKBACK AND PINCHING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Beware of kickback! • Kickback can occur whenever the tip of the guide bar touches an object while the saw is operating. Kickback may force the bar up and back towards the operator with speed! Beware of pinching.
  • Page 22 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Assembly of the Pole Pruner Attaching the Pruning Mechanism • Remove the locating screw (1). • Using a T25 Torx key, loosen the clamping bolt (2). • Slide the drive shaft (3) into the gearbox until the locating hole (4) in the drive shaft is visible through the locating hole in the gearbox (5).
  • Page 23 26MT-SP Multi-Tool The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use protective gloves for safety. • Loosen the nut (6), and remove the chain cover (8). • Mount the guide bar (1), then fit the saw chain around the bar and sprocket (4).

  • Page 24: Chain Oil

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Chain Oil Filling the Oil Reservoir • Fill the chain oil tank with low viscosity chain oil or Mitox Chain Oil this is availble online at www.mitox.co.uk or at your local dealer. NOTE • Do not use waste or regenerated oil that can cause damage to the oil pump.
  • Page 25 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Adjust the Pump as follows: (1.) • Stop the engine and make sure the stop switch is in the OFF position. • Place the unit on its side with the oil reservoir (1) up. • The oil flow adjusting screw must be pressed in slightly in order to turn. Failure to do so could damage the pump and screw.
  • Page 26 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Maintenance of the Pruner Attachment Oiling Port • Dismount the guide bar and check the oiling port (1) for blockage. Guide Bar • Remove sawdust in the bar groove (2) and the bar oiling port (3). • Grease the nose sprocket (4) from the...

  • Page 27: Saw Chain Sharpening

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Saw Chain Sharpening It is very important for smooth and safe operation to always keep the chain sharp. The chain needs to be sharpened when: • Sawdust becomes powder-like. • You need extra force to saw. • The cut does not go straight.
  • Page 28 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Installing the Attachments to the Power Unit (or Optional Extension Shaft) Attachment Locking Clamp Locking pin shaft hole • Pull out the locking pin (1) and twist (2) to lock in the outer position (3). • Loosen the clamp by turning the handle (4).

  • Page 29: Operation

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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 30: Stopping The Engine

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Fig 5 - Move the choke lever (C) to the Fig 6 - Pull the starter rope until the engine open ( ) position. starts, then squeeze the throttle briefly to release the fast idle control and return the engine to idle.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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 32: Spark Plug

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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 LD L8RTF; CHAMPION RCJ7Y; NGK BPMR7A as necessary.
  • Page 33 26MT-SP Multi-Tool 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. • Remove the fuel from the machine.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Brushcutter Gear Case • Remove the bolt (a) on the gear case, top up the gearbox using Lithium grease and refit the bolt. Troubleshooting Engine will not start, power loss: • Check that the fuel tank is not empty. Fill with mixed fuel.

  • Page 35: Service Schedule

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Service Schedule Component Procedure Before Every Every 25 Every 50 Note Hours Hours Hours Fuel leaks / Wipe up spillage Fuel tank, filter Inspect / Replace if clean necessary Idle adjust See above Adjust screw carburettor if necessary...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Specifications MODEL MITOX 26MT-SP Engine Type Air cooled 2-stroke gasoline engine Model IE34F-4 Displacement : ( cm3) 25.4 cc Max. output 0.75 (kw) in accordance with ISO 8893 Idle speed: rpm (min –1) 3100±400 Max. rpm (min –1)
  • Page 37 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Specifications EX-LRH (When used as a long reach hedgetrimmer) Weight (Power Unit & Attachment) 6.87kg Weight (Attachment Only) 2.3kg Tooth Spacing 24mm Reduction ratio 4 : 1 Cutting head Type Reciprocating Double blades Effective cut Length 395mm EX-PS (When used as a pruner saw) Weight (Power Unit &...
  • Page 38 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts Diagram - Engine Original Instructions Version June 16...

  • Page 39: Parts List - Engine

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Engine ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T2671.2 M5X16 SCREW M5X16 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC260AD.01.00.00-10 BUSHING MITBC260D.01.12.00-00 RECOIL STARTER ASSY MITBC260D.01.00.02-00 STARTER RATCHET ASSY MIGB/T97.1 M8 FLAT WASHER M8 MIYD38-3.01.01.02-00 OIL SEAL 12X22X7 MITBC260D.01.01.00-2 CRANKCASE RH MITBC260D.01.01.00-3...
  • Page 40 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Engine ID No. Part Number escription MITBC260D.01.00.03-00 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY MIGJB25D.01.00.00-15 WAVE SPRING WASHER MIGJB25D.01.00.00-14 BOLT FOR CLUTCH MIGB/T119.2 4X12 PIN 4X12 MITBC260D.01.01.00-4 FLYWHEEL COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 MX25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC260D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM ASSEMBLY MIGB/T893.1 35...
  • Page 41 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Engine ID No. Part Number escription MITBC430D.01.13.01-00 FUEL CAP ASSY MITBC260D.01.13.00-1 FUEL TANK MITBC430D.01.13.00-2 AV RUBBER MiTBC260D.01.00.00-7 BRACKET FUEL TANK MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC430D.01.13.00-5 RETURN PIPE MITBC430D.01.13.00-3 GROMMET MITBC430D.01.13.00-4 FUEL PIPE MIYD38-3.03.04-00 FUEL FILTER...

  • Page 42: Parts Diagram - Body

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts Diagram - Body Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 43 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Body ID No. Part Number escription MITBC430D.03.02-00 HARNESS CLAMP ASSEMBLY MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC430D.03.00-2 CLAMP MIGB/T6170 M5 NUT M5 MIC26.0212.0100 OUTER SHAFT ASSY MITBC431DJ.03.03-00 COUPLING MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X12 SCREW M5X12 MIGB/T5781 M6X50...
  • Page 44 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Body ID No. Part Number escription MITBC431D.04.00-6 BLADE CLAMP - LOWER MITBC431D.04.00-5 BLADE CLAMP - UPPER MITBC431D.04.00-8 NUT PROTECTOR MIGB/T6177.2 M10X1.25 NUT M10X1.25 LH MIGB/T2671.2 M6X12 SCREW M6X12 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X12 SCREW M6X12 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X20...
  • Page 45 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Body ID No. Part Number escription MITBC430S.05.02-00 THROTTLE ASSY MITBC431D.02.00-5 BLADE COVER MITBC430D.02.00-1 BLADE MIC43.0100.0300 NYLON HEAD ASSY MIC43.0119.0200 HARNESS Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 46 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts Diagram - Hedgetrimmer Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 47 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Hedgetrimmer ID No. Part Number escription MIC26.0615.0000 HEDGETRIMMER ASSY MIC26.0615.0030 BLADE COVER MIC26.0615.0001 FIXING PLATE MIGB/T889.1 M5 LOCKING NUT M5 MIC26.0615.0002 GREASE NIPPLE MIC26.0615.0003 GEAR SHAFT MIC26.0615.0004 ROTATION HANDLE MIGB/T2671.2 M5X18 SCREW M5X18 MIC26.0615.0005 GEAR BOX MIC26.0615.0006...
  • Page 48 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Hedgetrimmer ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T6178 M6 CASTLE NUT M6 MIGB/T93 M6 SPRING WASHER M6 MIGB/T97.1 M6 PLATE WASHER M6 MIC26.0615.0021 O RING MIC26.0615.0022 ROTATION GEAR MIGB/T5782 M5X16 SCREW M5X16 MIC26.0615.0023 SPACER MIC26.0615.0024 NEEDLE BEARING MIC26.0615.0025...
  • Page 49 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts Diagram - Pole Pruner Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 50 26MT-SP Multi-Tool Parts List - Pole Pruner ID No. Part Number escription MIC26.0614.0000 POLE PRUNER ASSY MIC26.0614.0001 TENSION SCREW MIGB/T896 3 E RING 3 MIC26.0614.0002 TENSION BLOCK MIGB/T899 M6X20 DOUBLE END STUDS M6X20 MIC26.0614.0003 BEARING SPACER MIC26.0614.0004 SPROCKET 3/8" MIGB/T97.1 M6 PLATE WASHER 6 MIGB/T2671.2 M6X14...

  • Page 51: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    26MT-SP Multi-Tool EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: Petrol Powered Brushcutter / Hedgetrimmer / Pole Pruner Model(s): MITOX 26MT-SP SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine...
  • Page 52 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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