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- Page 1 String Trimmer / Brushcutter L231 L261 L301 L451 BC261 BC301 BC451 Owner’s/ Operator’s Manual Completely read and understand this manual before using this product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
It is essential that any operator of this Trimmer/ Brushcutter reads and understands the contents this man- ual before using the Trimmer/ Brushcutter. For additional assistance, contact any local authorized BUSHRANGER dealer. Important Notice The benefits to the consumer given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the con- sumer under a law in relation to the goods or services to which this warranty relates. -
Page 3: Product Description
Safety Decal ON SHAFT（Part No. 221501） ON SHAFT（Part No. 221502） ON SHAFT ON SHAFT ON SHAFT [ L231 ] [ L261, L301, BC261, BC301 ] [ L451, BC451 ] （Part No. 231468） （Part No. 231264） （Part No. 228207） ON ENGINE... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
6. Make sure the cutting attachment blade is installed and positioned correctly before using the Trimmer/ Brushcutter. 7. Never use a cutting attachment or replacement parts that are not approved by a BUSHRANGER service dealer. 8. Maintain the Trimmer/ Brushcutter according to the recommended maintenance intervals and pro- cedures in the Maintenance section beginning on page 20. -
Page 5: Fuel Safety
Swing CORRECT INCORRECT 10. Keep a firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. 11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Trimmer/ Brushcutter for any job that is not recom- mended by BUSHRANGER. ＿ 4 ＿... -
Page 6: Assembly
Clutch Drum Housing Loop Handle Installation [Model L231, L261, L301, L451] 1. Place the loop handle and the bottom clamp on the shaft approximately 28cm(11 inches) from the end of the stop switch/throttle trigger assembly. -
Page 7: Stop Switch Wires
Connecting Throttle Cable and Stop Switch Wires Cable Adjuster Sleeve Throttle Cable [Model L301, L451, BC261, BC301, BC451] 1. Insert the throttle cable through the carburetor bracket, then screw a cable adjuster sleeve into the carburetor bracket fully. Carburetor 2. Position the slotted fitting on the carburetor so the recessed Bracket hole for the cable lug is away from the cable adjuster sleeve. -
Page 8: Installing Guard
・Contact with thrown objects can cause personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ・ N ever operate the Trimmer/ Brushcutter without the guard in place. [Model L231, L261, L301] M5×30 Screw(2) Trimmer Head Guard 1. Fasten the string cutoff blade to the trimmer head Gearcase guard with the two M5×12 screws as shown. -
Page 9: Installing Cutting Attachment
・ This may cause damage to property or personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ・ Make sure the trimmer head is securely fastened to the attaching shaft in the gearcase. [Model L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301] IMPORTANT: Make sure the trimmer head is for LEFT- HAND ROTATION (counterclockwise) Trimmer Head as viewed from the operator’s position,... - Page 10 WHAT CAN HAPPEN ・ Contact with sharp blade can cause personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ・ Wear gloves when you handle the blade. [Model L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301] Left-hand thread Blade Bolt 1. Remove the blade bolt, stabilizer and clamping washer from the attaching shaft out of the gearcase.
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Page 11: Attaching Shoulder Strap /Harness
Snap the Hook into the ring on the drive shaft. To detach the shoulder strap/ harness quickly from the Trimmer/ Brushcutter, pull upward on the Red Band/ Tab. Shoulder Strap Red Band Shoulder Harness Pull Pull Red Tab Hook Hook Ring Ring [L231, L261, L301, L451] [BC261, BC301, BC451] ＿ 10 ＿... -
Page 12: Before Operation
Before Operation Oil and Fuel 1. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames. 2. Always shut off the engine before refueling. Never remove the Trimmer/ Brushcutter fuel tank cap while the engine is running or immediately after stopping the engine. WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ・... -
Page 13: Mixing Petrol And Oil
Recommended Oil Type Only use a two-stroke engine oil formulated for use in high-performance, air-cooled two-stroke engines. IMPORTANT: Do not use two-stroke oil intended for water cooled outboard motors. This type of two-stroke engine oil does not have the additives for air-cooled two-stroke en- gines and can cause engine damage. -
Page 14: Starting And Stopping
Starter Grip Close Open Choke Lever Primer Bulb Fuel Return Line [L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301] Choke Lever Close Open Primer Bulb Choke Lever Fuel Return Line Starter Grip [L451, BC451] ＿... - Page 15 4. If the engine fails to start after three to four pulls, follow the instructions in the Cold Starting Procedure section above. If the engine fails to start after you follow the above proce- dures, contact an authorized BUSHRANGER dealer. To Stop the Engine 1. Release the throttle trigger.
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Page 16: Idle Speed Adjustment
Keep hands and body away from the attached tool. When the throttle trigger is released, the engine should re- turn to an idle speed. The correct speed for models L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301 are 2700 - 3300 min and for... -
Page 17: Trimmer Operation
Trimmer, and the Trimmer should be on operator’s right side. Shoulder Strap [Model L231, L261, L301, L451] 2. The operator’s right hand should be holding the shaft grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent. -
Page 18: Cutting With Trimmer Head
Cutting with Trimmer Head ・ The tip of the line does the cutting. The line should stay extended while cutting. ・ Do not force the line into the material. Forcing the line will cause it to slap against the material, increasing line usage and causing poor cutting results. -
Page 19: Brushcutter Operation
Brushcutter, and the Brushcutter must be on the operator’s right side. [Model L231, L261, L301, L451] 2. The operator’s right hand should be holding the shaft grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent. -
Page 20: Cutting Direction Of Brushcutter Blade
CORRECT INCORRECT Cutting Blades 1. Use only the correct blade (BUSHRANGER genuine part) approved for the application and model Brushcutter. 2. Carefully check the condition of the blades before and after operation. 3. Sharpen dull blades. Replace any blade that is worn, cracked or damaged. -
Page 21: Maintenance
2. Clean the foam element with warm, soapy water. Let the Foam Element element dry completely. [L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301] 3. Apply a light coat of SAE 30 motor oil to the foam element and squeeze out all excess oil. -
Page 22: Spark Plug
Knob Lead Boot Cooling Fin Cleaning Cylinder Cover [Model L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301] 1. Loosen the knob and remove the filter cover. Filter Cover 2. Twist the high tension lead boot on the spark plug back and forth a couple of times to loosen the boot, then pull the boot off of the spark plug. -
Page 23: Spark Arrester
•The spark arrester should be inspected and cleaned after every 25 hours of operation. Replace the screen if it cannot be thoroughly cleaned or if it is damage. Spark Arrester Maintenance [Model L231, L261, L301, BC261, BC301] 1. Remove the cylinder cover. (See section “Cylinder Cooling Fins”) Spark Arrester Tail 2. -
Page 24: Gearcase
・ Always turn off your Trimmer/ Brushcutter before you clean or perform any maintenance on it. The BUSHRANGER Trimmer/ Brushcutter will provide maximum performance for many, many hours if it is maintained properly. Good maintenance includes regular checking of all fasteners for correct tightness, and cleaning the entire machine. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
・Throttle wire has come loose ・Tighten throttle wire Engine lacks power or stalls ・Dirty air filter ・Clean or replace air filter when cutting If further assistance is required, contact your local authorized BUSHRANGER service dealer. Specifications Model L231 L261 BC261 weight , kg ※... - Page 26 MEMO...
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