Using Your Brushcutter; Scope Of Application; Dual Carrying Shoulder Strap; Correct Brushcutter Operation - 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 Dual carrying shoulder strap

Fig. 13
The brushcutter has to be balanced after the hook
(Fig.1, pos. 12) is placed in the strap hanger. To
balance the brushcutter the hook is hung in one of
the various fastening holes. Release the strap on the
respective hook.
When using the chisel-tooth circular saw blade, the
shoulder strap should be adjusted so that the cutting
attachment hangs freely, approx. 30 cm (12 in.)
above the ground.
All other cutting units should lay flat on the ground
without touching the brushcutter.
Notes on the double shoulder belt  refer to the last
two inside pages of this operating manual (after the
Dutch section).
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8.3 Correct brushcutter operation

Observe the relevant safety instructions when using
the brushcutter.
Fig. 14
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.
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.