1. INTENDED USE This device is only for trimming grass, vegetation, undergrowth and weeds in the domestic area. The device is designed for domestic use. It is not intended for continuous professional use. Any other use that is not expressly permitted in this manual may result in damage to the device and constitute a serious danger to the user.
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i) Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the trimmer towards you. j) Stop the cutting means if the trimmer has to be tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the trimmer to and from the working area. k) Never operate the trimmer with defective guards, or without safety devices, in place.
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and on the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use this machine. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the string trimmer.
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spindle has stopped rotating. Never operate string trimmer without proper trail shield, discharge cover, control lever or other safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate string trimmer with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so can result in personal injury. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn.
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clothes immediately. Use only an approved gasoline container. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
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Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor. Spark Arrestor WARNING: This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush covered or grass-covered land unless...
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Caution fire risk. Warning! No smoking when refueling. Caution: rotating working tool! Adding engine oil. Add gasoline. Prohibition of the use of ethanol gasoline. Air filter element. Slope Gauge 15°Slope 15°Slope (OK) (Too Steep) Figure 1 Figure 2 USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: Remove this page and fold along the dashed line.
If there is a gap below the gauge, the slope is too steep for safe operation (See Figure 2 above). WARNING! Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and roll-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 15 degrees. All slopes require extra caution.
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2. Assembling the wheels: ⑤&⑥ 3. Assembling the fender: ③ Align A and B then follow step C&D 4. Assembling the handle: ⑧...
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5. Assemble the air cleaner: ⑦ 6. Assemble control lever A. Insert the control lever ④ into the hole(①)on push lever; B. Insert the cable ③ into control lever ② ; C. Insert the control lever ⑤ into push lever hole; Starter Rope 1.
SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-Up 1. Add oil provided before starting unit for the first time out of the box. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and any other sources of ignition.
5. OPERATION Adjusting the Spindle Height The spindle height can be adjusted for various applications. To do so, proceed as follows: WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug before adjusting the spindle height. Loosen the bolt found on each side of the spindle shaft. Note: The bolts are designed so that they cannot be removed from the spindle shaft.
The string trimmer is designed with the spindle off set to the left side, allowing the operator to trim along a fence, landscaping, or a house to his or her’s right side without having to make any adjustments to the machine. Operate the string trimmer at a slower walking speed when trimming tall, thick weeds or grass.
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Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight. WARNING: Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, before performing any type of maintenance on your machine. Lubrication Lubricate pivot points on the control lever at least once a season with light oil. This control must operate freely in both directions.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the engine manual. Clean spark plug and reset the gap once a season.
See an authorized service dealer. Poor Trimming Trimmer line too short or worn. Replace trimmer line. Performance Worn or damaged spindle belt. Replace spindle belt. 8. TECHNICAL DATA Model RACDRT150 Engine displacement 170cm Nominal engine power 3.0kW Nominal engine speed 3200/min Cutting width 560mm...
BUILDER SAS ZI, 32 rue Aristide Bergès – 31270 Cugnaux - France Declares that the machinery designated below: WHEELED PETROL TRIMMER Ref.: RACDRT150 Serial number: 20241110037-20241110526 Complies with the provisions of the Directive “machinery” 2006/42/CE and national laws transposing it:...
10. WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identified as defective by the designated distributor.
11. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank if your product has one. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
12. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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BUILDER SAS 32 rue Aristide Bergès - Z.I. du Casque - 31270 Cugnaux - France Made in PRC...
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