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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
declaration of conformity on a separate piece of
paper forms part of these operating instructions.
Packaging and disposal
Please keep the original packaging in order to
protect the equipment against transport damage in
case you ever need to ship it or transport it. If the
packaging materials are no longer required then
they must be disposed of properly in accordance
with applicable local regulations. Cardboard
packaging materials are raw materials which can
be recycled or reused.
At the end of the equipment's service life, please
make sure that you dispose of it properly, in
accordance with the official directives and
regulations that apply in your area
In the best interest of continued technological
progress we reserve the right to change the design
and configuration of any product without prior
notice.
For that reason, no claims can be accepted with
reference to text and illustrations in this manual
Type plate
a: Type designation
b: Serial number
c: Build year (08
2008)
Brushcutter
The following symbols are used in this manual and
on the product:
The EC
109L / 109B / 111L / 111B
Symbols
Thoroughly read these operating
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
choke lever up,
choke
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  • Page 1 - ENGLISH - Brushcutter 109L / 109B / 111L / 111B Symbols Instruction manual Original instructions The following symbols are used in this manual and on the product: Thoroughly read these operating Caution! Prior to operating the unit, please instructions before undertaking any read the owner’s manual carefully, and most...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Index Page 1. Safety regulations ........................3 Correct use / General safety instructions Working clothes Fuelling When transporting the equipment Preparing the equipment for starting Starting Maintenance and repairs Working with the machine 2. Standard delivery......................... 7 3. Control and function elements ..................... 7 4.
  • Page 3: Safety Regulations

    Safety regulations 1. Safety regulations 1.1 Correct use / General safety instructions The brushcutter must only be used to cut grass, reeds, weeds and wild growth at ground level. The brushcutter must not be used for any other purposes (see chapter 8.1 "Scope of Application"). Read the operating instructions carefully before placing in service and keep them in a safe place.
  • 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 1.5 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 1.8 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 3. Control and function elements Fig. 1 Mod. 109B / 111B Mod. 109L / 111L 1 Stop-switch 8 Primer 15 Cutter (a - e. g.: nylon line head) (b - e.
  • Page 8: Accessories

    Accessories 4. Accessories Via dealers, SOLO offers an extensive range of brushcutter 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 9: Preparing The Equipment For Use

    Ensure that the tank is fully drained before any assembly, disassembly or modification. 5.1 Assembly of the handle A) "Loop" handle for models 109L and 111L (letter "L" in the model name) Attach the "loop" handle approximately 5 cm - 30 cm from the strap attachment according to your preferred working position.
  • Page 10: Shield Installation

    Preparing the equipment for use 5.2 Shield installation Fig. 4a When assembling the guard, the damping inserts from the accessories pack must be fitted into the guard and mounting bracket in accordance with Figures 3a - 3e below. Fig. 3a •...
  • Page 11: Cutter Installation

    When the metal cutting blades are attached (4- cutting tools described below are available as tooth grass cutting blade or 3-tooth brush cutting genuine SOLO replacement parts which can be blade, provided either as standard equipment with obtained from specialist retailers and should be the different models or purchased as accessories), installed as described below.
  • Page 12 Preparing the equipment for use B) Assembly of the nylon line head Make sure that the Fig. 8b cutting teeth are correctly aligned in the Fig. 7 direction of rotation. Various washers are Fig. 8c supplied with the cutting head. For installation on this type of brushcutter, use exactly the washer...
  • Page 13: Shoulder Strap Adjustment

    = fuel mixture) or with a special fuel mixture for brushcutter. two-stroke engines available from specialists powers this machine. A) Models with a "loop" handle (109L and 111L) We recommend the proprietary “Aspen 2-takt” Wear the single shoulder strap over the opposite special fuel mixture. Please observe the special shoulder to the side on which you are carrying the fuel manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 14: Starting / Stopping The Engine

    7. Starting / Stopping the engine 7.2 Choke and primer Fig. 12 7.1 Half throttle start position A) Models with a "loop" handle (109L and 111L) Fig. 10 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 Brushcutter

    Using your brushcutter 8. Using your brushcutter Operate the brushcutter at full throttle to obtain an optimum cutting result. Never operate with the clutch in slipping range. Consequential damage through excess loads or overheating is excluded 8.1 Scope of Application from our warranty.
  • Page 17: Note On Using The Nylon Line Head (Available As Accessory)

    Using your brushcutter; Operating and maintenance instructions 8.4 Note on using the nylon line head 9. Operating and maintenance instructions (available as accessory) 9.1 General operating and maintenance When using the nylon head, always ensure that instructions you operate only with the correct length of line. When the contact shield is fitted, the line will The maintenance and the repair of modern always be trimmed to the permissible length...
  • Page 18: Sharpening Instructions - Metal Cutting Blades (Subject To Model)

    (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 9.5 Carburettor adjustment Excessive engine speed can lead to major engine damage! 9.6 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 9.10 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 10. Specification Brushcutter 109L 109B 111L 111B Engine type SOLO single cylinder two-stroke engine Engine capacity 28.9 32.3 Bore / stroke 35 / 30 37 / 30 Engine power kW at rpm 0.9 / 8 000 1.1 / 8 000 Max.
  • Page 23: Guarantee

    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...
  • 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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