MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS NOTE: Some units do not carry them. Symbols WARNING The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand their meaning before use. Choke - Run position (Open) It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings.
WHAT IS WHAT Since this manual covers several models, there may be some diff erence between pictures and your unit. Use the instructions that apply to your unit. Fuel cap 2. Throttle trigger 3. Starter handle 4. Cutting attachment guard 5.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take ○ Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or care and use common sense. Contact Tanaka dealer if you need fl ames. assistance. Pay special attention to statements preceded by the ○...
CAUTION Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You may get a possibility of personal injury with recoil spring. SPECIFICATIONS TCG24EBS TCG24EBD Model (SL) (SL) (SLN) Engine Displacement (cm 23.9 23.9 23.9 23.9 Spark plug NGK BMR7A NGK BMR7A NGK BMR7A NGK BMR7A Idling speed (min 2800 –...
Installation of handle WARNING Always use a barrier bar (6) and shoulder harness with the loop handle. (Fig. 3) Fig. 6 Fig. 3 Attach the handle to the drive shaft tube with the angle towards the engine. Fig. 7 Adjust the location to the most comfortable position before operation.
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Fig. 13 ○ The cutting head must be securely mounted to the unit’s gear case. ○ For outstanding performance and reliability, always use Tanaka nylon cutting line. Never use wire or other materials that could become a dangerous projectile. ○ If the cutting head does not feed cutting line properly, check that the nylon line and all components are properly installed.
○ Use genuine two-cycle oil or use a mix between 25:1 to 50:1, Installation of cutting blade (Fig. 17) please consult the oil bottle for the ratio or Tanaka dealer. (If so equipped) ○ If genuine oil is not available, use an anti-oxidant added quality...
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Fueling 3. Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle in your grasp and not allowing it to snap back. (Fig. 22) WARNING ○ Always shut off the engine before refueling. ○ Slowly open the fuel tank, when fi lling up with fuel, so that possible over-pressure disappears.
Stopping (Fig. 27) If the cutting attachment still rotates after idle speed adjustment, Decrease engine speed and run at an idle for a few minutes, then contact Tanaka dealer. turn off ignition switch (24). NOTE Standard Idle rpm is 2800 – 3000 min...
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Cleaning the air fi lter Open the air fi lter cover and the fi lter (29). Rinse it in warm soap suds. Check that the fi lter is dry before reassembly. An air fi lter that has been used for some time cannot be cleaned completely. Therefore, it must regularly be replaced with a new one.
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Replace the fastening nut if it is damaged and hard to tighten. ○ When replacing blade, purchase one recommended by Tanaka, with a 25.4 mm (one inch) fi tting hole. ○ In the case of a 3 or 4 tooth blade (36), it can be used on either side.
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List of recommended accessories Specifi cation LOOP HANDLE BIKE HANDLE MULTI PURPOSE Type Name NYLON HEAD CH-100 ● ● ● ● ● ● (W/NYLON LINE) 4” Pre-Cut Line 2.2 – 3.0 NYLON HEAD ● ● ● ● ● ● CH-100 NYLON HEAD CH-300 ●...
Reconnect and spark plug Contact Tanaka dealer Electrical system malfunction Contact Tanaka dealer for repair Other Muffl er exhaust port is clogged with carbon Fuel tank is empty or fuel level is low Fill the fuel tank with the correct fuel mix (25:1-50:1)
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Set the choke lever to START position to stop the Engine does not stop Stop switch failure engine Cease use immediately and contact Tanaka dealer Contact Tanaka dealer Engine stops when throttle is closed Idle speed is too low Blade continues rotating when throttle...
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Hitachi Koki Co., Ltd. Shinagawa Intercity Tower A, 15-1, Konan 2-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan Code No. E99254713 NA Printed in China...
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