MacAllister MGTP254 Operator's Manual

Summary of MGTP254

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    Grass trimmer mgtp254 operator’s manual warning: read thoroughly the instruction booklet before using this machine.

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    English - en original instructions .....................................................................

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    I 1 4 3 2 5 2 1 4 7 5 4 6 7 5 1 2 stop start run 1 2 3 4 choke run 5 6 1 3 4 6 5 2.

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    Ii 1 2 3 2 0 ,5 mm 9 8 10 11 12 13.

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    Iii Ø 1,8 mm 2 x 2, 7 m (1 0 6 in .) 120 mm (4,75 in.) 2 1 3 15 14.

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    En introduction 1 dear customer, thank you for choosing one of our products. We hope that you will be completely satisfied with this machine and that it fully meets your expectations. This manual has been compiled in order to provide you with all the information you need to get acquainted with the m...

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    En main components 1. Power unit 2. Drive tube 3. Drive tube terminal 4. Cutting line head 5. Cutting device guard 6. Front handgrip 7. Rear handgrip 8. Spark plug 10. Identification plate controls and refuelling 21. Engine stop switch 22. Throttle trigger 23. Throttle trigger lockout 24. Starter 25...

  • Page 9: 2. Symbols

    En 1) warning! Danger. The failure to use this machi- ne correctly can be hazardous for oneself and oth- ers. 2) read the instruction manual before using the machine. 3) if you are using the machine every day in nor- mal conditions, you can be exposed to a noise le- vel of 85 db (a) or higher. Wear ...

  • Page 10: 3. Safety Requirements

    En a) training 1) read the instructions carefully. Become ac- quainted with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the engine quickly. 2) only use the machine for the purpose for which it was designed, namely – cutting grass and non-woody vegetation, us- ing a nylon line (...

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    2) mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 3) take on a firm and well-balanced position: – where possible, avoid working on wet, slippery ground or in any case on uneven or steep ground that does not guarantee stability for the operator; – never run, but walk carefully paying attention to the...

  • Page 12: 4. Machine Assembly

    The machine is supplied with some of the components disassembled and the fuel tank empty. Mount the components very carefully so as not to impair the safety and efficiency of the machine. If in doubt, con- tact your dealer. Unpacking and complet- ing the assembly should be done on a flat and stable ...

  • Page 13: 5. Preparing To Work

    Preparing to work 7 en checking the machine before starting work please: – check that all the screws on the machine and the cutting device are tightly fastened; – check that the air filter is clean; – check that the protection devices are well fas- tened and working efficiently; – check the handgrip...

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    Refuelling never smoke whilst refu- elling and avoid inhaling the petrol fumes. Carefully open the tank top as pressure could have formed inside. Before refuelling: – shake the fuel mixture container well. – place the machine on a flat stable surface, with the fuel tank cap facing upwards. Danger! W...

  • Page 15: 7. Using The Machine

    How to start - use - stop the engine / using the machine 9 en if the starter rope is pulled repeatedly with the choke on, it may flood the en- gine and make starting difficult. If you have flooded the engine, remove the spark plug and gently pull the handle on the starter rope to eliminate any exces...

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    En 10 using the machine using the machine when working, the machine must always be firmly held in both hands, keep- ing the power unit on the right of the body and the cutting group below the line of the belt. Before tackling a mowing job for the first time it is ad- visable to gain the necessary fa...

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    En maintenance and storage 11 correct maintenance is essential to maintain the original efficiency and safety of the machine over time. During maintenance ope- rations: – remove the spark plug cap. – wait until the engine is sufficiently cold. – never dispose of oils, fuel or other polluting materia...

  • Page 18: 9. Troubleshooting

    En 12 maintenance and storage / troubleshooting extraordinary maintenance all maintenance operations not foreseen in this manual must be performed exclusively by your dealer. All and any operations performed in unauthorised centres or by unqualified persons will totally inval- idate the warranty. St...

  • Page 19: 11. Accessories

    Technical specifications / accessories 13 en engine ................................ 2-stroke air-cooled capacity / power .................. 25.4 cm 3 / 0.7 kw engine rotation speed at tick-over ............................. 2650-2950 rpm maximum engine rotation speed ..................................

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    171501144/0 en b&q plc. Chandlers ford, hants, so53 3le, united kingdom.