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142/154 Instruction manual Brushcutter Original instructions Important! Read this instruction manual carefully before first operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! 9 142 110 english 01/2009...
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- ENGLISH - Brushcutter 142 / 154 Symbols/ type plate 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...
Index Page 1. Safety regulations ........................4 Correct use / General safety instructions Working clothes Fuelling When transporting the equipment Preparing the equipment for starting Starting Working with the machine Maintenance and repairs 2. Specification ..........................7 3. Standard delivery ......................... 8 4.
(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...
Safety regulations 1.3 Fuelling Petrol is very light and highly flammable. Keep away from open flames and never spill fuel. Do not smoke at the operating site or at and near the refuelling site! • Stop the engine prior to refuelling. •...
Safety regulations 1.7 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.
Standard delivery; Control and function elements; Preparing the equipment for use 3. Standard delivery • Brushcutter partially assembled; the following components are supplied separately and require assembly • Bicycle handlebar • Dual carrying shoulder strap • Shield, protective bar (line trimmer assembled) and all parts required to assemble the shield •...
Preparing the equipment for use 5.1 Installation - Bicycle handlebar 5.2 Shield installation Fig. 2 Fig. 3 • Position the brushcutter with the output shaft facing downward. • Raise the shaft tube and slide the guard (18) along the underside of the shaft tube into the correct position (it should reach a stop at the angular gearbox).
Preparing the equipment for use 5.3 Cutter installation The procedure for installing the chisel tooth blade is similar to the installation of the 3-tooth brush cutting Always switch off the engine, pull the spark plug cap blade. and wear protective gloves when fitting or replacing When using a chisel tooth blade, always the cutter! ensure that the metal guard (60 12 841) is...
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Preparing the equipment for use C) Installation of the nylon line head (available as Make sure that the Fig. 9b an accessory) cutting teeth are correctly aligned in the Fig. 8 direction of rotation. Various washers are Fig. 9c supplied with the cutting head.
(2) to be regulated. When using a particularly high quality proprietary 2-stroke engine oil such as the “SOLO Profi 2T- • Press throttle lever fully down. Motoröl” which we supply, we recommend an •...
Starting / Stopping the engine 7.3 Starting Important: Due to the centrifugal clutch, the cutter will run on for a short time, even if you release the Observe the safety instructions when starting. throttle. Ensure the cutter has come to a full standstill before storing the machine.
Generally, use only the cutting tools authorised for use with this brushcutter. Always fit the contact shield specified for this brushcutter and cutting tool. If in doubt, contact your local SOLO dealer. 8.2 Dual carrying shoulder strap Fig. 13 The rotational direction of the cutting tool makes the operation on the l.h.
Using your brushcutter 8.4 Sharpening instruction for brush blade 8.6 Information regarding the chisel tooth blade (available as accessory) Fig. 15 The circular saw blade is only to be used together When dull, the with the metal guard, Part No. 6012841. The blade is cutter blade’s used for cutting bushes and trees up to 5 cm (2 edges can be...
(longer than four you start working) whether grease is still visible. weeks), see chapter “9.8 Shutdown and storage”. Your SOLO dealer workshop is happy to help you in case of doubt. 9.3 Information about the silencer Ensure the silencer is in perfect condition before operating the machine.
Operating and maintenance instructions 9.4 Carburettor adjustment 9.5 Air Filter Maintenance The carburettor has been adjusted optimally at the Contaminated air filters cause a reduction in engine factory. Subject to the operational altitude performance and increase fuel consumption with (mountains or low lying areas), the carburettor may more pollutants in the exhaust gas.
Operating and maintenance instructions 9.6 Information about the spark plug 9.7 Replacing the fuel filter Check the spark plug regularly after 50 hours of We recommend having the fuel filter (34) changed operation. annually by a specialised service centre. Fig. 22 Fig.
Operating and maintenance instructions 9.9 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.
Accessories 10. 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. Please refer to the following table for the correct accessories for models 142 and 154 and check with your retailer.
Your emission control system includes parts such as the • Neglecting essential maintenance and repair carburetor, the ignition system, and the exhaust system. work. Where a warrantable condition exists, Solo will repair • Damage caused by incorrect carburettor your small non-road power equipment engine at no cost adjustment.
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