Using Your Brushcutter; Scope Of Application; Correct Brushcutter Operation; Sharpening Instruction For Brush Blade - Solo 142 Instructions D'emploi

Using your brushcutter

8. Using your brushcutter

8.1 Scope of Application

Only use brushcutters fitted with the 3-tooth brush
cutting blade for mowing grass, light brush, reeds
and uncultivated growth at ground level.
Never use the brushcutter for any other purpose.
Using the cutting tools, which are available as
accessories and which are specified for certain tasks,
enable the brushcutter to be used for those
purposes specifically mentioned in the accessory
instructions. Also observe the safety instructions in
those accessory instructions.
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 Correct brushcutter operation

Observe the relevant safety instructions when using
the brushcutter.
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The rotational direction of the cutting tool makes
the operation on the l.h. side of the cutting tool
(from the operator's viewpoint, subject to the
brushcutter being held correctly – section A)
particularly free from kicking. Therefore, always
approach the area to be cut from the right. This
brings the l.h. side of the cutting tool into contact
with the material to be trimmed first. Particularly
when cutting tougher growth (such as medium
sized weeds and wild growth), ensure that you do
not "stab" the front of the brushcutter into the
material to be trimmed.
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Approach the working area with the brushcutter set
to idle, and then switch to full throttle. Never leave
the engine running at high speed without applying
a load.
Dip the tool from the r.h. side 2/3 into the material
to be trimmed. Then work the brushcutter lie a
scythe, i.e. by moving forward step by step, whilst
cutting from right to left.
Operate the brushcutter at full throttle to obtain an
optimum cutting result. Never operate with the
clutch in slipping range. Consequential damage
through excess loads or overheating is excluded
from our warranty.
Immediately stop the engine in case of noticeable
vibrations or when material has gathered around
the cutting tool or contact shield. Slow down the
cutting tool by pressing it onto the ground, until it
has come to a complete standstill. Pull the spark
plug cap from the plug, and clean the tool seat of
all grass, roots etc. Check the entire brushcutter for
perfect condition.

8.3 Sharpening instruction for brush blade

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When dull, the cutter blade's edges can be re-
sharpened on both sides with a flat file at an angle
of 30°.
All cutting edges need to be filed back equally, if
the wear and tear is substantial, or if there are
broken-off cutting edges. It is necessary to check for
imbalance and if necessary, to make corrections by
additional filing. The sharpening angle is 30°.
8.4 Information regarding the line head
(available as accessory)
When using the nylon head, always ensure that you
operate only with the correct length of line. When
the contact shield is fitted, the line will always be
trimmed to the permissible length automatically (a
line trimming blade is fitted into the shield). There is
a high risk of injury, and the engine is subjected to