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Pole Hedge Trimmer
Taille haie à Rallonge
Cortasetos Articulado de Altura
MH-2556
Instruction Manual
Manuel d’instructions
Manual de instrucciones
Important:
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the Pole Hedge Trimmer and follow the safety regulations carefully.
Be sure to keep this instruction manual for future reference.
Important:
Lire entièrement ce manuel d’instructions avant d’utiliser la taille haie à rallonge et respecter toutes les consignes de
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English Table of Contents Page Thank you very much for choosing the DOLMAR Pole Hedge Trimmer. We are Symbols 2 pleased to offer you a product that is the result of an extensive development Safety instructions 3~6 program and many years of knowledge and experience. Specifications 7 To safely obtain the best possible results from your DOLMAR Pole Hedge Trimmer, Parts Breakdown 8 please read this manual thoroughly before using the machine, and follow all Connecting the trimmer unit to the pole 9 i
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Instructions - Before usage, carefully read this manual and thoroughly familiarize yourself with how to correctly handle the pole hedge trimmer. THIS EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IF USED IMPROPERLY! - Always provide detailed instructions on how to correctly use the pole hedge trimmer when lending the equipment to another person. Make sure that the instruction manual is handed over together with the pole hedge trimmer. - First-time users should ask their
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Starting the Pole Hedge Trimmer - At all times allow a 15-meter diameter safety zone around the working area. Make sure that all persons (in particular children) and/or animals remain outside this zone. In general, avoid using the hedge trimmer whenever people (in particular children) are nearby. - Before starting the Pole Hedge Trimmer, always make sure that the machine is in safe operational condition. - Check the operation of the throttle lever safety mechanism. The lock-off lever should have
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Refueling - Before refueling, stop the engine. - Never refuel near naked flames - Do not smoke when refueling. - Always allow sufficient time for the engine to cool down before refueling. - Take care not to let your skin come into contact with petroleum products. Do not inhale gasoline fumes and always wear protective gloves when refueling. Change and clean protective wear at regular intervals. - Take extra care to avoid spilling gasoline and oil in order to avoid contamination of the ground (en
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Maintenance work that can be performed by the user is limited to the activities described in this instruction manual. Any other procedures are to be executed by an authorized service agent. Use only genuine spare parts and accessories supplied by DOLMAR via authorized service centers. Use of unauthorized accessories and tools may increase the risk of accident and injury. DOLMAR accepts no liability whatsoever for accidents or damage resulting from the use of unauthorized accessories and parts. F
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TECHNICAL DATA : MH-2556 Model MH-2556 Loop handle and Grip handle Dimensions (L x W x H) mm 2400 x 350 x 220 Mass kg 6.1 Volume (fuel tank) L 0.65 Cutting length mm 535 Engine displacement cm³ 24.5 -1 Maximum engine performance 0.75 kW at 7000 min -1 Engine speed min 10,000 At recommended max, spindle speed Fuel consumption kg/h 0.54 Specific fuel consumption g/kWh 735 -1 Idling speed min 3000 -1 Clutch engagement speed min 4100 Carburetor type WALBRO WYJ (Diaphragm carburetor)
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DESIGNATION OF PARTS
Designation of parts 1 Fuel tank 2 Recoil starter 3 Air cleaner 4 I-O switch (ON/OFF) 5 Spark plug 6 Muffler 7 Clutch case 8 Rear grip 9 Hanger 10 Handle 11 Throttle lever 12 Throttle cable 13 Shaft 14 Cutter blades 15 Front grip 16 Starter knob 17 Primer pump 18 Gear box 19 Exhaust pipe 20 Clamp lever 21 Fuel tank cap 22 Distance collar 23 Barrier 24 Blade cover 25 Shoulder strap 8
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CONNECTING THE TRIMMER UNIT TO THE POLE Important: Make sure that the engine is turned off, and remove the spark plug cap before assembling the pole hedge trimmer. Wear protective gloves! M5x10 screw Drive axle Secure blades with the blade cover provided when connecting the trimmer unit to the pole. 40 mm - Loosen the M5x10 screw and M5x25 bolt. - Insert shaft into gear case NOTE: Make sure that the shaft is completely inserted into the gear case (approx. 40mm/1.57"). If you are having trouble i
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FUEL/REFUELING Gasoline/oil mixture - The engine of the pole hedge trimmer is a highly efficient two-stroke engine that runs on a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke engine oil. The engine is designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with a min. octane value of 91 ROZ. If such gasoline is not obtainable, instead use gasoline with the highest octane value available. This will not cause any damage to the engine, but may result in poor engine performance. Similar results are to be expected when lead
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PRECAUTIONS BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE - At all times allow a 15-meter diameter safety zone around the working area. Make sure that all persons (in particular children) and/or animals remain outside this zone. - Before using the pole hedge trimmer, make sure that the machine is in safe operational condition. Make sure that the cutter blades are not damaged, and check the throttle lever for easy action. Confirm that the cutter blades are not in motion when the engine is idling. If the machine is
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STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Release the throttle lever. 2. Push the I-O switch to the "O" position (5) to stop the engine. (5) CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE IDLING SPEED The cutter blades of the pole hedge trimmer should not move when the throttle lever is released. -1 - The correct idling speed is 3000 min . If necessary, adjust the idling speed using the idling adjustment screw (reduce revs until the cutter blades do not move Idling adjustment screw anymore). Turn screw clockwise: Idling speed incre
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OPERATING THE POLE HEDGE TRIMMER - When working with the pole hedge trimmer, firmly grasp the handles with both hands. - Do not touch the cutter blade portion of the pole hedge trimmer during operation, or when the engine is running. - Take extra care not to inhale exhaust gases when working with the pole hedge trimmer. Never operate the pole hedge trimmer in an enclosed room or an area with insufficient ventilation (risk of suffocation and gas poisoning). Note that carbon monoxide is an odorles
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Adjustment of cutting angle 1. Stop the pole hedge trimmer engine and lay the machine on the ground. 2. To adjust the angle of the cutter unit, loosen the clamp lever located at the top of the cutter unit by turning it counter-clockwise. 3. Adjust the angle of the cutter unit and turn the clamp lever clockwise to secure. Clamp lever Tighten The cutter unit can be adjusted anywhere between 45° and 90°. Note: Loosen - Do not adjust the cutter unit while the pole hedge trimmer is in an upright po
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Blade adjustments Extended use of the pole hedge trimmer will gradually wear down the blades. Readjust the blades if cutting performance deteriorates noticeably. For adjustment of the blades follow the instructions below. 1. Release nut . 2. Tighten screw lightly until resistance is felt. Then turn the screw in the opposite direction for a quarter or half turn. 3. Hold screw in place with a screwdriver and tighten nut . 4. After adjustment lubricate the blades with a thin film of light oil
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Adding grease and lubricant - The gearbox of the pole hedge trimmer should be greased every 20 working hours. Add approx. 10cc of lubricant (Shell Alvania No. 3 or equivalent) to the gearbox via the grease nipples. (Some grease will emerge from the head of the Grease nipple gearbox (located at the base of the blade) when the pole hedge trimmer is set in motion the first time after greasing. Use this as a rough indicator for the amount of grease to supply.) Note: Observe greasing intervals and th
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STORAGE If the pole hedge trimmer is to be stored for an extended period of time, proceed as follows: - Drain all fuel from the tank and carburetor. - Remove the spark plug and add a few drops of two-stroke oil through the spark Drain fuel plug hole. Gently pull out the starter rope to ensure that the oil is evenly distributed inside the engine. Replace and tighten the spark plug. - Clean the entire pole hedge trimmer and apply a thin layer of oil to the metallic surfaces of the machine. Secure
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EMISSON COMPLIANCE PERIOD For handheld engine : The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. Category C=50 hours, B=125 hours, and A=300 hours. FEDERAL EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE - This emission warranty is applicable in all States, except the State of California Makita U.S.A.,
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3) Ignition System (i) Spark plug (ii) Flywheel Magneto (iii) Ignition Coil 4) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above Systems (i) Fuel hoses. clamps and sealing gaskets OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service, take your engine to the nearest Makita Factory Service Center or Service Center authorized by MAKITA. Bring your sales receipts indicating date of purchase for this engine. The dealer or service center authorized by MAKITA will perform the necessary repair
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If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Makita Warranty Service Department at 1-800-4-MAKITA for the information. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE EMISSION CONTROLL SYSTEM WARRANTY MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS You are responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine. You should keep all receipts and maintenance records covering the performance of regular maintenance in the event questions arise. These receipts
