Introduction Congratulations and thank you for your purchase of a new SANLI brush cutter. Your brush cutter has been designed and manufactured with utmost care in accordance with SANLI’s strict standards of safety, reliability and ease of operation. Properly maintained and adjusted, your new SANLI brush cutter will give you many years of trouble-free operation enabling you to fully appreciate its build quality, performance and ease of use.
Safety instructions Your SANLI brush cutter should be used at all times in accordance with the guidance given in this operator’s manual. Safety labels and symbols IMPORTANT: Some of the symbols shown below may be found on the machine. Please locate, study and understand their importance. Correct interpretation of these symbols will result in effective machine use and minimal risk to safety.
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Wear protective gloves Wear robust anti-slip shoes or boots Wear eye and ear protection Fuel Use a 2 stroke fuel mixture of petrol and oil (see Section 4) 6 / Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43...
- In an intensive manner (e.g. for long hours on heavy work) - By children under the age of 16 or by anyone who has not read the instruction manual and been instructed in the machine’s safe and proper use. Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 7...
Never leave the machine unattended with the engine running. Never start the engine in an enclosed area or any other area where harmful carbon monoxide gases may accumulate. 8 / Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43...
Keep this operator’s manual in a safe place and consult it every time you use the machine, especially if you have not used it for some time. Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 9...
SANLI UK can render the machine dangerous and may lead to serious injuries during use. SANLI UK cannot accept any liability for any type of misuse or for any use which does not conform to this instruction manual or to current regulations.
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3) Next, place the brake ring (c) onto the support ring. Finally, replace and tighten the nut in an anti-clockwise direction, while holding still the central core using the same method as used when dismantling the assembly (see above). Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 11...
Never smoke while handling fuel. Never unscrew the fuel tank’s cap when the engine is running or is hot. Pour the fuel slowly into the fuel tank with the help of a flexible spout or funnel. 12 / Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43...
If you suspect a fuel leak, DO NOT start the engine. Drain the tank fully and seek assistance from an authorised SANLI UK dealer or service agent. Using the brush cutter Before starting work, check that all guards and safety devices are present, are in good condition and are functioning correctly.
If the line is too long, a blade on the deflector guard will cut the line to its optimum length. To avoid using too much line, do not tap the cutting head too many times on the ground. 14 / Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43...
Install a full nylon spool by reversing the above steps, not forgetting to insert the two lines through the small metal-ringed openings on either side of the housing. Replace and ensure that the lid is properly closed and fastened. Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 15...
Lubricating the cutting head’s angle adjuster Lubricate the angle adjuster every 25 hours or once a year. Unscrew the two cap screws (fig. 16), and apply grease through the two exposed holes. cap screws 16 / Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43...
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Check the electrode gap using a feeler gauge and reset to 0.5 mm if necessary. If the spark plug is worn or damaged, replace with a new spark plug suitable for the engine on your brush cutter. Your local SANLI will be able to advise on the correct part.
4. Technical Specifications SANLI pursues a policy of continuous improvement and reserves the right to change the design, configuration or specification of any of its products without notice or obligation. As a result, the text and images used in this instruction manual are provided for illustrative purposes only and may in no case serve as a basis for any legal or other claim.
SANLI-approved service centre No sign of nylon cutting lines Dismantle and clean the The automatic line feed nylon line feed assembly or system is blocked or contact a SANLI-approved jammed service centre Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 19...
An identification number can be found on the name plate affixed to the machine and at the back of this instruction manual. Please quote this number when contacting an authorised SANLI dealer or service agent to request a service, repair or replacement part.
In no case will the guarantee result in a refund of hardware or direct or indirect damages. The liability of SANLI UK cannot in any case be sought for a value higher than that of the hedge trimmer. In particular, SANLI UK declines all liability in the event of any material or immaterial damage caused by the machine.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Fujian Jinjiang Sanli Engine Co., Ltd. declares that the following equipment manufactured by Fujian Jinjiang Sanli Engine Co., Ltd conforms to the following Directive(s): 98/37/EC amended by directive 2004/26/EC on polluting particles,2006/42/EC,2006/95/EC(low voltage directive) and 2000/14/EC on the noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoors, amended by Directive 2005/88/EC.
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Sanli also make… Engine-powered chainsaws Electric chainsaws 3 in 1 electric leaf blower Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 23...
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Sanli also make… Electric walk-behind lawnmowers Engine-powered walk-behind lawnmowers Engine-powered walk-behind lawnmowers 24 / Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43...
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Sanli also make… Electric hedge trimmers Engine-powered hedge trimmers Electric brush cutter Electric edge trimmer Operator’s Manual Sanli GTS43 / 25...
WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD PLEASE REGISTER YOUR MACHINE TO VALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY. To validate your warranty, register your equipment with SANLI UK after its purchase by completing and returning the warranty card below or register online via the website www.sanli.co.uk/register/ Serial Number...