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PaiceSetter
Brushcutter
PS260S
PS260W
PSX260S
PSX280W
Operator's
manual
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
Please also refer to engine manufacturer's instructions.
Contact your dealer or manufacturer if you have a
question that is not answered in this manual.
OBSERVE SAFETY REGULATIONS
Keep this manual safe for future reference.
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- Page 1 PaiceSetter Brushcutter PS260S PS260W PSX260S PSX280W Operator’s manual READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE Please also refer to engine manufacturer’s instructions. Contact your dealer or manufacturer if you have a question that is not answered in this manual. OBSERVE SAFETY REGULATIONS...
- Page 2 THE UNDERSIGNED, BRIAN M. CHILD, AUTHORIZED BY MEETENS INDUSTRIAL ENGINES LIMITED. OF 261-269, COOMBE LANE, WIMBLEDON, LONDON, SW20 0RH DECLARE THAT THE FOLLOWING: ‘PAICE SETTER’ PETROL POWERED BRUSHCUTTERS / GRASS TRIMMERS MODEL: PS260S / PS260W SERIAL No.: 3002001 up to 3002500 MODEL: PSX260S SERIAL No.: 2002001 up to 2002500...
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Page 3: Safety Warnings And Definitions
SAFETY WARNINGS AND DEFINITIONS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This is the Safety Alert symbol. When you see this symbol in this manual, be alert to the potential of personal injury. When accompanied by the words ‘CAUTION’ and ‘WARNING’, it calls your attention to items or operations which can lead to serious injury. -
Page 4: Safety Rules And Precautions
SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS Read the Operator’s Manual carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the unit. Know how to shut the unit off and how to unhook a harnessed unit quickly. DRESS WARNING: to avoid serious injury There is a risk of eye damage from thrown objects. - Page 5 SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS STRICTLY NO FIRE WARNING: to avoid serious injury Handle petrol with care. It is highly flammable. Move at least 3 metres away from the fuelling point before starting engine. DO NOT move the fuel tank cap when the engine is still warm or running.
- Page 6 NEVER operate the unit without proper guards, shields or other safety protective devices in place and properly connected. Inspect to determine that these safety devices are installed properly, are in good condition and operate properly. If the condition or operation of these devices are abnormal, they must be repaired or replaced before using the unit.
- Page 7 WARNING: to avoid serious injury Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts a solid object in the critical area. A dangerous reaction may occur causing the entire unit and operator to be thrust violently. This reaction is called BLADE THRUST. As a result, the critical area operator may lose control of the unit which may cause serious or fatal injury.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Safety Warnings and Definitions ....3 Safety Rules and Precautions ....4 SECTION 1 - OPERATION Preparing for Operation . -
Page 9: Section 1 - Operation
SECTION 1 OPERATION... -
Page 10: Preparing For Operation
PREPARING FOR OPERATION Fuel and oil mixture (2-stroke engines) Inspect the fuel tank and fill with clean, fresh fuel of the proper mixture to ensure long life of the machine. Use the following fuel mixture: 1. For the first 20 hours: Petrol : 2 cycle engine oil = 15 - 20 : 1 2. -
Page 11: Starting And Stopping The Engine
STARTING & STOPPING THE ENGINE NOTE The follow information is only a guide. For definitive instructions regarding the engine, always refer to the engine manufacturer’s instructions. Starting (Before starting, see Safety Rules on page 4) CAUTION Release the lock lever before operating the half throttle button. - Page 12 CAUTION: to avoid serious injury The cutter blade or nylon cutting head should not rotate when the throttle lever is fully released and the engine returned to low speed (idle). If necessary, adjust the idle RPM using the idle adjusting screw (page 13).
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Page 13: Adjustments
CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT For details of carburettor adjustment, please refer to the engine manufacturer’s instructions supplied with your PaiceSetter main pipe assembly. CAUTION Adjustment of the carburettor is not usually necessary, since it is adjusted to the optimum position when delivered from the factory. -
Page 14: Correct Handling Of The Machine
CORRECT HANDLING OF MACHINE Attaching the shoulder harness Put on the shoulder harness and connect the buckle, ensuring that it is properly fastened. Attach the brushcutter to the harness and adjust the strap length so that the cutter blade or the nylon cutting head will be kept parallel to the ground. -
Page 15: Working Methods
WORKING METHODS WARNING: to avoid serious injury Always wear safety goggles, safety shoes, gloves and helmet whenever operating the machine. Nylon cutter Pull out the cord of the nylon cutter by 12-15cm. Blade Blades can be sharpest from the edge to one third up the shaft. -
Page 16: Preventing Kickback
WORKING METHODS (continued) Kickback WARNING: risk of serious injury When operating the brushcutter, uncontrolled kickback may occur. Kickback can occur particularly when attempting to cut within a blade segment between 12 and 2 o’clock. NEVER apply the brushcutter within a segment between 12 and 2 o’clock. -
Page 17: Regular Maintenance
REGULAR MAINTENANCE CHART Note Before After Every Every Every work work 25 hrs 100 hrs month COMPLETE UNIT ★ Visual inspection ★ Clean CUTTING TOOL* ★ Inspect cutters ★ ★ Check tightness THROTTLE Check operation of trigger, ★ ignition switch & throttle lock BOLTS ★... -
Page 18: Before Operation
REGULAR MAINTENANCE NOTES For engine maintenance details, please refer to the engine manufacturer’s instructions. 1. Before operation Check the machine for loose screws or missing parts. Pay particular attention to the tightness of the cutter blade. (See page 23 - ‘Installation of cutter’.) Always check for clogging of the cooling air passage and the cylinder fins. -
Page 19: Selection Of Rotary Cutters
6. Checking the spark plug The spark plug may gather carbon deposits on its firing end with reasonable use. Remove and inspect the spark plug every 25 hours and clean the electrodes as necessary with a wire brush. For the correct spark plug gap, please refer to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. -
Page 20: Storage
STORAGE When storing the machine for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and carburettor as follows: Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Give a gentle push on the primer pump repeatedly until all fuel is expelled out of the primer pump. -
Page 21: Installation
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Page 22: Installation Of Engine
5. Connect ignition wires. ref. Honda GX22 & GX31 In essence the procedure is the same as listed above with the exception of the method of fixing Paice Setter cable adjuster. 1. Remove air filter cover. 2. Separate the adjuster locknuts 5mm 3. -
Page 23: Attaching The Handle
Attaching the handle Position the handle for comfortable operation and securely fasten it using the fixings supplied. Attaching the safety guard Option: Option: Secure the line cutter to the safety guard. Position the safety guard in a position according to the cutting tool used, ensuring adequate clearance for rotation of the cutting tool. -
Page 24: Installation Of Cutter
Installation of cutter STOP ▲ CAUTION: to avoid serious injury Blade is sharp. Please handle carefully to avoid injury. BLADE 1. Assemble parts in the following order: holder A, blade, holder B, guard, fastening nut. 2. In order to lock the rotation of the spline shaft, align the holes (x) of gear case and holder A and insert bar wrench. -
Page 25: Parts Specifications
SECTION 3 PARTS SPECIFICATIONS... - Page 28 PARTS DIAGRAM MODEL: PS-260 S, PSX-260 S (LOOP HANDLE) Representation only - not to scale...
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Page 29: Parts List
PARTS LIST MODEL: PS-260 S Part No. Part Description PS26-01 Gearbox Assembly PS10-02 Flange Nut 10mm L/H PS26-03 Flange Clamping Washer (top) PS26-04 Flange Clamping Washer (bottom) PS26-05 Grass Cover (includes fixing screws) PS26-06 Main Pipe Assembly PSS-07 Anti-Vibe Clutch Housing Assembly (includes Drum and all bearings) PSS-08 Brushcutter Stand (including fixing screws with NEW type) PSS-09... - Page 32 PARTS DIAGRAM MODEL: PS-260 W, PSX-280 W (COWHORN HANDLE) Representation only - not to scale...
- Page 33 PARTS LIST MODEL: PS-260 W Part No. Part Description PS26-01 Gearbox Assembly PS10-02 Flange Nut 10mm L/H PS26-03 Flange Clamping Washer (top) PS26-04 Flange Clamping Washer (bottom) PS26-05 Grass Cover (includes fixing screws) PS26-06 Main Pipe Assembly PSS-07 Anti-Vibe Clutch Housing Assembly (includes Drum and all bearings) PSS-08 Brushcutter Stand (including fixing screws with NEW type) PSW-09...
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Page 35: Limited Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY Should any failure occur with the product under normal operating conditions within the applicable warranty period, the failed part will be replaced or repaired free of charge by your PaiceSetter authorised dealer. WARRANTY PERIOD: PaiceSetter main pipe assembly: 2 years from the date of initial purchase. - Page 36 ENGINE: ❑ ❑ TU26 TL26 Mitsubishi ❑ ❑ ❑ TL33 TL43 TL52 ❑ ❑ TH23 TH26 Kawasaki ❑ ❑ ❑ TH34 TH43 TH48 ❑ ❑ GX22 GX31 Honda ENGINE SERIAL No.: Please keep the information on this VIBRATION: page safe and refer to these details in the event of any queries.