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114 06 79-38 (1811) OPERATOR’S MANUAL BRUSHCUTTER BKZ315L • Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit. • Keep this manual handy. 01-BKZ315L_GB_cs6_二.indd 1 18/09/03 11:50...
BKZ315L Contents SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked with a symbol concern critical points which must be taken into 1. Parts location ...........2 consideration to prevent possible serious bodily injury, and for 2. Specification ............3 this reason you are requested to read all such instructions care- fully and follow them without fail.
BKZ315L 4. Warning labels on the machine Warning / Attention ① (1) Read operator’s manual before operating this machine. (2) Wear head, eye and ear protection. (3) Wear foot protection. (4) Wear gloves. (5) Beware of thrown objects. (6) Warning / Attention (7) Keep all children, bystanders and helpers 15 meters away from the brushcutter.
BKZ315L 5. For safe operation 2. Never use the product, 1. Read this manual carefully (1) When the ground is slippery or until you completely under- when you can’t maintain a stand and follow all safety and steady posture. operating instructions.
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ZENOAH stumps, stones, cans, or broken servicing dealer for repair. glass. ■ USING THE PRODUCT...
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■ HANDLING FUEL ■ IF SOMEONE COMES 1. The engine of the ZENOAH 1. Guard against hazardous situa- product is designed to run on a tions at all times. Warn adults to mixed fuel, which contains high- keep pets and children away ly flammable gasoline.
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BKZ315L 5. For safe operation you understand what causes tive handles. (2) Keep both feet spread apart in blade thrust, how you can reduce the chance of blade thrust and a comfortable stance and yet how you can remain in control of braced for the possibility that the unit could bounce.
BKZ315L 6. Set up WARNING • Assemble each part correctly. Wrong assembly might cause an accident. • If you cannot do the assembling yourself, consult the shop where you bought this product. ■ INSTALLING THE SHOULDER STRAP 1. Hook the upper part of the shoulder strap at the notch on the top of the frame and pass it through the buckle as shown in the Figure, then secure it firmly.
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2. Carrying the unit on the back, put the other side of touch the blade while the engine is running. the hook in the hanger plate. • Always use Zenoah genuine cutting blades and fittings for replacement. • When demounting and remounting the cutting blade, firmly secure the brush cutter and wear heavy-duty gloves.
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BKZ315L 6. Set up Mounting a metal blade IMPORTANT WARNING Fit the center hole of the blade exactly to the projection of the Holder (A). Use a blade of 255mm or less in diameter. Never use a blade of a greater diameter. The greater blade will 7.
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When using the nylon cutter, carefully note the following. • Use ZENOAH’s genuine nylon cutter. When using a commercially-available nylon cutter, make sure that it is no longer than 10 cm in external shape.
■ FUELING THE UNIT 1. Untwist and remove the fuel cap. Rest the cap on a • The Zenoah engines are lubricated by oil specially dustless place. formulated for air-cooled 2-stroke gasoline engine use. 2. Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity.
BKZ315L 8. Operation ■ STARTING A COOLED ENGINE the left hand and weighing down the frame with the 1. Set the engine stop switch to “operation.” right foot. 2. Set the throttle lever to “idling.” IMPORTANT (1) Throttle lever • Do not pull all the rope at a time or return it by releas- (2) Idling ing the knob.
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BKZ315L 8. Operation NOTE ■ STOPPING THE ENGINE • This brush cutter can be operated in either the right WARNING side or left side position. The rope guide position is • Stop the engine immediately in an emergency. fixed for right side position operation when shipped •...
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BKZ315L 8. Operation ■ ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED 1. When the engine tends to stop frequently at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw clockwise. 2. When the cutting head keeps rotating after releasing the lever, turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise. (1) Idle adjusting screw...
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BKZ315L 8. Operation when storing or transporting the brushcutter. WARNING • Make sure to use shoulder strap and debris guard. IMPORTANT If not, it is very dangerous when you slip or lose your balance. Be careful not to hit the blade against any object during cutting.
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BKZ315L 8. Operation ■ SELECTION OF BLADE WARNING • When cutting branches and plants, always use a saw blade, and never use an eight-tooth blade or a four-tooth blade. • If you cut grass and plants with the wrong type or size of blade, the blade might damage the shaft and external pipe of this machine.
• Be sure to stop the engine when carrying out inspection and maintenance. • Do not modify the machine or disassemble the engine. • Use ZENOAH’s genuine parts or designated parts when replacing parts. • If you cannot inspect or maintain the machine yourself, contact the shop where you bought it.
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For a re- 2. Pull out the inner shaft from the clutch housing side placement plug, use the correct type specified by hole, apply Zenoah Genuine Power Grease (3180- ZENOAH. 96251) or lithium-based heat-resistant grease (#2) to the shaft, and insert the shaft back into the liner.
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BKZ315L 9. Maintenance ■ BLADE ■ MAINTENANCE BEFORE LONG-TERM STOR- WARNING WARNING • In order to carry out cutting work safely, be sure to check the blade before you begin and after you This machine is highly inflammable. finish your work. If you continue to use a blade •...
BKZ315L 9. Maintenance 10. Storage ■ INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT Aged fuel is one of major causes of engine starting fail- ure. Before storing the unit, empty the fuel tank and run WARNING the engine until it uses all the fuel left in the fuel line and the carburetor.
• When the symptoms in the left column do not improve after taking the measures in the right column, please contact the shop where you bought this product. • For the measures marked with I, please buy ZENOAH’s genuine parts at the shop where you bought this product. WARNING •...
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ZENOAH authorized THE COMPANY IS LIABLE FOR DAMAGES TO OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF dealer.
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