Solo 104L Instruction Manual

Grass trimmer / brush cutter
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- ENGLISH -
Instruction manual
Original instructions
Caution! Prior to operating the
unit, please read the owner's manual
carefully, and most importantly, observe
all safety rules.
Observe the maintenance guidelines
closely to ensure the long service life of
your equipment.
Your dealer will be glad to assist you
with any questions.
EC declaration of conformity
EC declaration of conformity on a
separate piece of paper forms part of
these operating instructions.
For USA only:
Emissions Control Warranty Statement
The Environmental Protection Agency and
Solo are pleased to explain the emission
control system on your small non-road
power equipment engine. In the US new
small non- road engines must be
designed, built, and equipped to meet the
Environmental Protection Agency's
standards. Solo must warrant the emission
control system on your small non- road
engine for the period of time listed below
provided there has been no abuse,
neglect, or improper maintenance of your
small non-road engine.
Your emission control system includes
parts such as the carburetor, the ignition
system, and the exhaust system.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Solo
will repair your small non-road power
equipment engine at no cost to you
including diagnosis, parts, and labor.
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
Solo's small non-road power equipment
engines are warranted for a period of two
years. If any emission control related part
on your engine is defective, the part will be
repaired or replaced by Solo.
Contact Information for Authorized Service
Center Locations, Replacement Parts,
Warranty and Technical Information
Warranty repairs must be completed by a
SOLO
Authorized Service Center.
SOLO USA, Inc. 1-800-765-6462
5100 Chestnut Avenue
techserv@solousa.com
Newport News, VA 23605
Grass trimmer 104L / Brush cutter 107L / 107B
The following symbols are used in this manual and on the
product:
104L
107L/ B Thoroughly read these operating
The
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Symbols
instructions before undertaking any
maintenance, installation and cleaning
steps
Wear ear defenders and a face shield
before starting the engine
Switching off the engine, stop switch on
"STOP"
Wear protective gloves when handling
and working with the equipment
Wear solid shoes, preferably safety shoes
with a good tread
Danger! Failure to comply with the
instructions could cause accidents with
potentially life-threatening injuries
Maintain a minimum distance of 15
metres bystanders
Please note: objects may be thrown out
and high
Please note: power tool may kick back on
contact with a solid object
Never exceed the specified
maximum speed
Never smoke near the power tool or
where the equipment is refuelled!
Keep open flames away from the power
tool and the fuel can
- This equipment produces exhaust fumes
and
- fuel vapours are poisonous;
never start or refuel in enclosed spaces
Fuel mixture: symbol above the fuel
mixture tank cap
Choke flap:
Cold start position
towards this symbol
Operation and warm start
lever down
Model 104L:
Never use metal cutting tools.
choke lever up,
choke
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  • Page 1 - ENGLISH - Grass trimmer 104L / Brush cutter 107L / 107B Symbols Instruction manual Original instructions The following symbols are used in this manual and on the product: Caution! Prior to operating the unit, please read the owner’s manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5. Preparing the equipment for use ....................8 Shield installation - model 104L Fitting the safety end-stop on the loop handle - model 104L Fitting and replacing the line head - model 104L Completion - Loop handle - model 107L...
  • Page 3: Type Plate

    Type plate ; Safety regulations 1. Type plate a: Type designation b: Serial number c: Build year (08 2008) 2. Safety regulations 2.1 Correct use / General safety instructions The power tool must only be used to cut grass, reeds, weeds and wild growth at ground level. The power tool must not be used for any other purposes (see chapter 8.1 "Scope of Application").
  • Page 4: Working Clothes

    This clothing should be practically oriented to the application (for example a tight fitting work suit), but should not be confining. We recommend: SOLO forest and countryside work jacket EN 340 Part no: 99303000 + size (2[s] - 6[xxl]) SOLO Outdoor Knee-breeches Part no: 9902095 + size SOLO Outdoor dungarees Part no: 9902094 + size Never wear scarves, ties, jewellery or other items of clothing, which might get caught in the equipment, in brush or on branches.
  • Page 5: Preparing The Equipment For Starting

    Safety regulations ; (Packaging and disposal) 2.5 Preparing the equipment for starting Check the complete machine for operational safety. • The stop switch should function properly. • The throttle must have freedom of movement and return to the idle position on its own accord. •...
  • Page 6: Working With The Machine

    Safety regulations 2.8 Working with the machine • Only use this power tool when it is complete and in a safe condition. As soon as the engine is running, the power tool generates toxic gases, which may be invisible and odourless.
  • Page 7: Standard Delivery

    • Instruction manual, the EC declaration of conformity on a separate piece of paper • Model 107L, 107B: all assembly components required for assembling the permitted cutting tools (accessories), Shoulder strap 4. Control and function elements Fig. 1 Mod. 104L Mod. 107B 1 Stop-switch 7 Choke lever 14 Spark plug cap...
  • Page 8: Preparing The Equipment For Use

    Only use the power tool after it has been fully assembled. Ensure that the tank is fully drained before any assembly, disassembly or modification. Model 104L 5.1 Shield installation - model 104L In the pre-assembled Fig. 2a condition, undo both screws (a) and square nuts (b).
  • Page 9: Fitting The Safety End-Stop On The Loop Handle - Model 104L

    Preparing the equipment for use Model 104L 5.2 Fitting the safety end-stop on the loop 5.3 Fitting and replacing the line head - handle - model 104L model 104L Always install the safety end-stop (a) on the operator side of the power tool.
  • Page 10: Completion - Loop Handle - Model 107L

    Preparing the equipment for use Model 107L/ 107B 5.5 Installation - Bike handle - model 107B 5.4 Completion - Loop handle - model 107L Attach the "loop" handle approximately 5 cm - 30 Fig. 6 cm from the strap attachment according to your preferred working position.
  • Page 11: Assembling And Replacing The Cutting Tool - Model 107L/ B

    Preparing the equipment for use Model 107L / 107B 5.7 Assembling and replacing the cutting tool - model 107L/ B Always switch off the engine, pull the spark plug cap and wear protective gloves when fitting or replacing the cutter! Subject to model version, a line head or metal cutting blade (4-tooth grass cutting blade / 3-tooth brush cutting blade) is included as the cutting tool in the standard delivery of your power tool.
  • Page 12 Preparing the equipment for use Model 107L/ 107B Dismantling the cutting tool Transport protection for metal cutting blades (model 107L/ B) (model 107L/ B) • With the engine off, turn the cutting tool until the When you first purchase an approved metal recess in the cup washer and the hole in the cutting blade which is not supplied together with gearbox casing are precisely one above the...
  • Page 13: Shoulder Strap Adjustment - Model 107L/ B

    If the cutting tool hovers more than 30 cm above When using a particularly high quality proprietary the ground, the strap must be secured closer to 2-stroke engine oil such as the “SOLO Profi 2T- the engine. Motoröl” which we supply, we recommend an If the tool lies on the ground, the strap must be oil:petrol mixing ratio of 1:50 (2%).
  • Page 14: Starting / Stopping The Engine

    7. Starting / Stopping the engine 7.2 Choke and primer Fig. 14 7.1 Half throttle start position A) Models with a "loop" handle (104L and 107L) Fig. 12 Adjust choke as follows: • With a cold engine, position choke lever (7) up •...
  • Page 15: Starting

    Starting / Stopping the engine 7.3 Starting Note: Under good conditions, the engine will already start under idling throttle if it is at operating Observe the safety instructions when starting. temperature. (If a part throttle stop is set it will be cancelled by operation of the throttle control even if Fig.
  • Page 16: Using Your Power Tool

    Using your power tool 8. Using your power tool 8.3 Correct operating mode Observe the relevant safety instructions when using the power tool. Approach the working area with the power tool set 8.1 Scope of Application to idle, and then switch to full throttle. Never leave Only use power tools equipped with a nylon head the engine running at high speed without applying (subject to model) for cutting grass –...
  • Page 17: Note On Using The Nylon Line Head (Available As Accessory)

    Using your power tool; Parts subject to wear and tear ;Operating and maintenance instructions 8.4 Note on using the nylon line head 10. Operating and maintenance instructions (available as accessory) 10.1 General operating and maintenance When using the nylon head, always ensure that instructions you operate only with the correct length of line.
  • Page 18: Sharpening Instructions – Metal Cutting Blades - Model 107L/ B

    (e.g. before you start working) whether grease is angle is 30°. still visible. For the 3-tooth brush cutting blade, your dealer Your SOLO dealer workshop is happy to help you offers a sharpening jig (part no.: 0080548) to help in case of doubt. with sharpening.
  • Page 19: Carburettor Adjustment

    Operating and maintenance instructions 10.5 Carburettor adjustment Excessive engine speed can lead to major engine damage! 10.6 Information about the spark plug The carburettor is adjusted at the factory for optimum performance. Subject to the place of use Check the spark plug regularly (mountains, low-lying areas), the average idling after 50 hours of operation.
  • Page 20: Air Filter Maintenance

    (11) on the inside, using a • Ingrained plant remains on the blades can be paintbrush or by carefully blowing on them. removed with the SOLO Universal Cleaner " " • Clean filter insert (c) by shaking it out or (part no.: 00 83 116).
  • Page 21: Scheduled Maintenance

    Operating and maintenance instructions 10.10 Scheduled maintenance The following information is based on standard operating conditions. For special conditions, such as prolonged daily use, the recommended maintenance intervals should be reduced accordingly. Implement all maintenance jobs regularly. If required, authorise a specialist service centre to maintain the machine for you.
  • Page 22: Specification

    Specification 11. Specification Gras trimmer / Brush cutter 104L 107L 107B Engine type SOLO single cylinder two-stroke engine Engine capacity 25.7 Bore / stroke 33 / 30 Engine power kW at rpm 0.7 / 7 500 Max. permissible speed no load with cutter Nylon head 8 500 ±...
  • Page 23: Accessories

    Accessories ; Guarantee 12. Accessories Via dealers, SOLO offers an extensive range of grass trimmer / brush cutter accessories. Their use is limited to the particular model to which it is allocated, together with its relevant protection. Orientate yourself on the following table and check with your dealer.
  • Page 24 SOLO SOLO Postfach 60 01 52 P.O.Box 60 01 52 D 71050 Sindelfingen D 71050 Sindelfingen Germany Tel. 07031-301-0 Phone+49-7031-301-0 Fax 07031-301-130 +49-7031-301-149 info@solo-germany.com export@solo-germany.com...

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