Dolmar MS-260 U, MS-330 U, MS-430 U, MS-230 C, MS-260 C, MS-330 C manual

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    Important: Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the brushcutter into operation and strictly observe the safety regulations! Keep this Instruction Manual! Instruction Manual http://www .dolmar .com MS-260 U MS-330 U MS-430 U MS-230 C MS-260 C MS-330 C[...]

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    2 T able of contents Page EC declaration of conformity ............................................ 2 Packing ................................................................................ 2 Delivery inventory .............................................................. 3 Explanation of symbols ..................................................[...]

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    3 12 Shown: MS-260 U STOP Read the instruction manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions! Particular care and caution! Forbidden! Wear protective gloves! Wear safety shoes! Wear head, eye, face and hearing protec - tion! The distance between the machine and bystanders shall be at least 50 feet! DANGER: Beware of thrown objects! Do not [...]

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    4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General precautions Proper use: These power brushcutters are intended for cutting grass or heavy weeds, with the appropriate and permissible cut- ting tools. A brushcutter may be operated only by one person, and only out of doors! Improper use: The cutting tools permissible for this brushcutter must not be used to cut heavier m[...]

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    5 - Ensure that no fuel or chain oil oozes into the soil (environ mental protection). Use an appropriate base. - Refuelling is not allowed in closed rooms. Fuel vapors will accumulateneartheoor(explosionhazard). - Carefully tighten the locking screw of the fuel tank and inspect the fuel cap at regular intervals. - Change the place[...]

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    6 14 15 1 1 12 13 Kickback During operation the brushcutter can kickback in an uncon- trolled manner . This can happen when the cutting blade (4- tooth star blade) comes into contact with hard objects such as stumps, fenceposts, tree trunks, woody brush or large rocks. This can ing the brushcutter to one side with great force and speed (injury h[...]

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    7 Storage - The brushcutter must be safely stored in a dry room. Use the tool protection for metal cutting tools. Keep the brushcutter out of reach of children. - If the brushcutter is stored for a long period of time, it should be given a thorou gh mainte nance check and a complete inspection at an authorized DOLMAR service centre. - If the brushc[...]

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    8 1) The maximum rated speed of the trimmer head is not exceeded when using a DOLMAR trimmer head. 2) Figures derived in equal part from idle and top-speed operation (per EN-ISO 1 1806). 3) At max. power T echnical Data 230 C | 260 C | 330 C Displacement cm 3 22.6 | 25.6 | 32.6 25.6 | 32.6 | 42.7 Bore mm 31 | 33 | 36 33 | 36 | 40 Stroke mm 30 | 30 [...]

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    9 PUTTING INTO OPERA TION ST OP CAUTION: When working on the brushcutter always be absolutely certain to switch off the engine, pull the spark plug cap and wear protective gloves! IMPORT ANT : Do not start the brushcutter until fully assembled and inspected! A - Loosen screws ( A/1 ) and unscrew about 1-2 mm. - Push the grips ( A/2 ) into the grip [...]

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    10 6 7 8 Installing the cutter guard Cutting tool Cutter guard T ool/guard combinations for the MS-260 U / MS-330 U / MS-430 U A 4-tooth star blade: Part no. 351 51 1 010 Part no. 351 504 101 O ut si d e di a me te r : 23 0 m m ( 9" ), ar b o ur : 2 0. 0 m m ( 4/ 5" ) 2-line trimmer head Part no. 351 502 030 Part no. 351 504 101 15 m Part[...]

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    1 1 C - Removeoatingdisc( C/6 ) and thrust washer ( C/5 ). - Insert the offset screwdriver 4 mm ( C/1 ) through the wind- ing guard and the locking disc into the opening ( C/3 ) in the angular gear (block the winding gear). If necessary turn the mounting disc ( C/3 ) slightly . - Position the blade ( C/4 ), thrust washer ( C/5 ) a[...]

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    12 F Replacing the line - Y ou can adjus t the li ne to th e right lengt h at any ti me by lig htly tapping the trimmer head against the ground (direction of arrow). The line cutter automatically cuts of f excess line. However , this only works when at least 3 cm of line are vis - ible at each end. - If the line ends are shorter than 3 cm, it will [...]

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    13 A VOID SKIN AND EYE CONT ACT! Utmost care is required when handling fuel. Fuel may contain substances similar to solvents. Refuel either in a well ventilated room or outdoors. Do not inhale fuel vapours. Fuel vapours are poisonous and can be hazardous to your health. Avoid eye and skin contact with fuels and mineral oils. Mineral oil products de[...]

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    14 Putting on the harness - Putontheharnessasshowningure A. - Adjust it so that the clip is about a hand-width above your hipbone. A B - Correctly balancing the brushcutter reduces strain on the arms while working. - When using the trimmer head on a level terrain, the trimmer head should touch the ground lightly without t[...]

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    15 Cold start F - Prime the fuel pump ( G/5 ) by pressing it several times until you can see fuel in the pump. - Actuate the half-throttle lock by depressing the safety lock ( F/3 ), pressing in the throttle ( F/1 ) and moving the combi- nation switch ( F/2 ) into the ST ART position. Then release throttle ( F/1 ) and then the combination switch ( [...]

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    16 REP AIR AND MAINTENANCE WORK CAUTION: Before doing any work on the brushcutter , always switch off the motor and pull the plug cap off the spark plug . Always wear protective gloves! CAUTION: Start the brushcutter only after complete assembly and inspection! General The brushcutter Clean exterior , check for damage. In case of damage,  asa[...]

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    17 Cleaning the air lter - Loosen the screws ( A/1 ) and rem ove the air lter cover  ( A/2 ). - T akethefoamlteroutofthecover . Caution: T o prevent eye injuries, do not blow out dirt particles! - V ery dirty lters can be cleaned out using regular dishwash - i[...]

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    18 T rouble shooting After about 50 operating hours the gear box ( D/8 ) should be checked by a OLMAR service centre, and if necessary re- grease. The service centre will add the exact amount of grease, as excessive grease will lead to overheating of the gearbox. Lubricating the gear box Thefelt lter( E/9 ) of thesuction hea[...]

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    19 Service, spare parts and guarantee Maintenance and repair The maintenance and repair modern brushcutters and safety-related components and assemblies requires qualied technical training and a workshop equipped with special tools and testing devices. Any maintenance or adjustment work not described [...]

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    20 Guarantee DOLMAR guarantees the highest quality and will therefore reimburse all costs for repair by replacement of damaged parts resulting from material or production faults occurring within the guarantee period after purchase. Please note that in some countries particular guarantee conditions may exist. If you have any questions, please contac[...]

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    Form: 995 703 482 (2.06 GB) Specicationssubjecttochangewithoutnotice DOLMAR GmbH Postfach 70 04 20 D-22004 Hamburg Germany http://www .dolmar .com[...]