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user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts
26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer
Read this manual carefully before operating the machine
Original Instructions Version June 16
26LH-SP_160616

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Read this manual carefully before operating the machine Original Instructions Version June 16 26LH-SP_160616...

  • Page 2: Product Description

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This Hedgetrimmer unit is a 2 stroke fast running power tool and is designed to be used in a domestic application with the attachments supplied. The Hedgetrimmer attachment is for trimming new growth on hedges. Original Instructions Version June 16...

  • Page 3: Component Location

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Component Location Fuel tank – 2 stroke mixture. Engine starter/Recoil. Carburettor / air filter. Safety lever. Throttle control lever. Ignition switch. Throttle Lock. Harness hanger. Loop handle. Foam hand grip. Transmission shaft. Cutting blade. Gear box. Attachment shaft.

  • Page 4: Safety Symbols

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Safety Symbols Warning: Danger, Caution Read the documentation and safety instructions which are provided in this user manual. When operating this machine, use protective equipment such as goggles, helmet and ear defenders. Wear security shoes and gloves. Check the condition of the working area to avoid any accidents from hitting hidden obstacles such as stumps, stones, cans, or broken glass.

  • Page 5: Explanation Of Symbols On The Machine

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Taking Care of Warning Labels Always keep warning labels clean and free of scratches, which might make them illegible or difficult to read. If the warning labels provided with your Hedgetrimmer become damaged, peel off, or otherwise become illegible or difficult to read, order new labels from the authorised servicing dealer and replace the damaged labels.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Only approved Mitox accessories should be used with this product. This Hedgetrimmer is equipped with extremely sharp blades, always wear sturdy gloves when handling the blades and fit the safety guards when not in use.

  • Page 7: Work Clothing And Safety Equipment

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Never use the Hedgetrimmer in conditions as described below: When the ground is slippery or when other conditions exist which might make it difficult to maintain a steady posture while using the Hedgetrimmer. At night, at times of heavy fog, or at any other times when your field of vision is limited and it would be difficult to gain a clear view of the area where the Hedgetrimmer is to be used.

  • Page 8: Safe Handling Of Fuel

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Never hold the Hedgetrimmer in a way in which the blades are pointing towards someone else. Never allow the blades to come into contact with your body. Always turn off the engine before adjusting the Hedgetrimmer, or at any time when coming into close proximity with the cutting head.

  • Page 9: Before Starting The Engine

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Before Operating the Hedgetrimmer Before beginning work, carefully check the work area and remove any obstacles. Within a perimeter of 15 metres of the work area should be considered a hazardous area into which no- one should enter while the Hedgetrimmer is being used, and when necessary this area should be marked with a warning rope, warning signs, or other forms of warning.

  • Page 10: Avoid Noise Problems

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Avoid Noise Problems Check and follow the local regulations for sound levels and hours of operation for garden machinery. In general, operate Hedgetrimmers between 8 am and 5 pm on week days and 9 am to 5 pm at weekends.

  • Page 11: Two-Stroke Fuel

    NOTE Due to increased Ethanol content in petrol we recommend the use of B3C Ethanol Shield 2-Stroke Oil, or Ethanol Shield Fuel Stabiliser to protect your MITOX® engine against the harmful effects of Ethanol. Visit www.b3cfuel.co.uk for more information. Original Instructions Version June 16...
  • Page 12 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Fuel Storage (Without Ethanol Shield) Mixed two-stroke fuel which has been left unused for a period of one month or more may damage the carburettor and result in the engine failing to start or operate correctly. When storing the Hedgetrimmer for a period of more than one month, empty the fuel tank, and run the engine to empty the carburettor of fuel.
  • Page 13 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Installing the Loop Handle Assembly Upper Handle Fixing Screws (Torx) Drive Shaft Rubber Block Drive shaft to Cutter Head • Fix the loop-handle to the shaft over the rubber block provided. Adjust to a comfortable working position then tighten the fixing screws securely.

  • Page 14: Blade Information

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Assembly of the Hedgetrimmer 1. Remove the locating screw (1). 2. Using a T25 Torx Key, loosen the clamping bolt (2). 3. Slide the drive shaft (3) into the hedgetrimmer gearbox (4) until the locating hole (5) in the drive shaft is visible though the locating hole (6) in the gearbox.
  • Page 15 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Operation Adjusting the angle of the cutting blades 1. Stop the engine. 2. Always wear gloves when adjusting the blades. 3. Pull the locking pin (1) out. 4. At the same time depress the unlock levers (2) with the other hand and hold them in position.
  • Page 16 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Installing the Hedgetrimmer to the Power Unitt Power Unit Locking Clamp Locking pin shaft hole • Pull out the locking pin (1) and twist (2) to lock in the outer position (3). • Loosen the clamp by turning the handle (4).

  • Page 17: Operation

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Operation Keep clear of the cutter head as it may start moving when the engine starts. Starting the Engine CAUTION do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is extended, this can damage the starter mechanism.

  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Fig 5 - Move the choke lever (C) to the Fig 6 - Pull the starter rope until the engine RUN ( ) position. starts, then squeeze the throttle briefly to release the fast idle control and return the engine to idle.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Running In During the first ten hours of work, avoid running the engine at maximum speed for a prolonged period until all the components have bedded in, after the engine has been run in, it will reach its maximum power.

  • Page 20: Spark Plug

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Spark Plug 0.6 - 0.7mm Poor starting or misfiring is often caused by a fouled or defective spark plug, clean and reset the gap to 0.65 mm, or replace the spark plug with LD L8RTF; CHAMPION RCJ7Y; NGK BPMR7A as necessary.
  • Page 21 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Storage • Remove the spark plug, pour a small amount of oil into the cylinder. Rotate the crankshaft several times using the starting rope in order to distribute the oil. Put the spark plug back in. • Remove the fuel from the machine.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Troubleshooting Engine will not start, power loss: • Check that the fuel tank is not empty. Fill with mixed fuel. • The fuel does not reach the carburettor. Change the fuel filter in the fuel tank. • There is water in the fuel. Drain and clean the fuel system.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Specifications MODEL MITOX 26LH-SP Engine Type Air cooled 2-stroke gasoline engine Model IE34F-4 Displacement : ( cm3) 25.4 cc Max. output 0.75 (kw) in accordance with ISO 8893 Idle speed: rpm (min 3100±400 –1) Max. rpm (min –1)
  • Page 24 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts Diagram - Engine Original Instructions Version June 16 26LH-SP_160616...

  • Page 25: Parts List - Engine

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts List - Engine ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T2671.2 M5X16 SCREW M5X16 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC260AD.01.00.00-10 BUSHING MITBC260D.01.12.00-00 RECOIL STARTER ASSY MITBC260D.01.00.02-00 STARTER RATCHET ASSY MIGB/T97.1 M8 FLAT WASHER M8 MIYD38-3.01.01.02-00 OIL SEAL 12X22X7 MITBC260D.01.01.00-2 CRANKCASE RH MITBC260D.01.01.00-3...
  • Page 26 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts List - Engine ID No. Part Number escription MITBC260D.01.00.03-00 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY MIGJB25D.01.00.00-15 WAVE SPRING WASHER MIGJB25D.01.00.00-14 BOLT FOR CLUTCH MIGB/T119.2 4X12 PIN 4X12 MITBC260D.01.01.00-4 FLYWHEEL COVER MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MIGB/T2671.2 MX25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC260D.01.14.01-00 CLUTCH DRUM ASSEMBLY MIGB/T893.1 35...
  • Page 27 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts List - Engine ID No. Part Number escription MITBC430D.01.13.01-00 FUEL CAP ASSY MITBC260D.01.13.00-1 FUEL TANK MITBC430D.01.13.00-2 AV RUBBER MITBC260D.01.00.00-7 BRACKET FUEL TANK MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MITBC430D.01.13.00-5 RETURN PIPE MITBC430D.01.13.00-3 GROMMET MITBC430D.01.13.00-4 FUEL PIPE MIYD38-3.03.04-00 FUEL FILTER...

  • Page 28: Parts Diagram - Body

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts Diagram - Body Original Instructions Version June 16 26LH-SP_160616...
  • Page 29 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts List - Body ID No. Part Number escription MITBC430D.03.02-00 HARNESS CLAMP ASSEMBLY MIGB/T2671.2 M5X20 SCREW M5X20 MITBC430D.03.00-2 CLAMP MIGB/T6170 M5 NUT M5 MIC26.0212.0100 OUTER SHAFT ASSY MITBC431DJ.03.03-00 COUPLING MIGB/T2671.2 M5X25 SCREW M5X25 MIGB/T2671.2 M5X12 SCREW M5X12 MIGB/T5781 M6X50...
  • Page 30 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts Diagram - Hedgetrimmer Original Instructions Version June 16 26LH-SP_160616...
  • Page 31 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts List - Hedgetrimmer ID No. Part Number escription MIC26.0615.0000 HEDGETRIMMER ASSY MIC26.0615.0030 BLADE COVER MIC26.0615.0001 FIXING PLATE MIGB/T889.1 M5 LOCKING NUT M5 MIC26.0615.0002 GREASE NIPPLE MIC26.0615.0003 GEAR SHAFT MIC26.0615.0004 ROTATION HANDLE MIGB/T2671.2 M5X18 SCREW M5X18 MIC26.0615.0005 GEAR BOX MIC26.0615.0006...
  • Page 32 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Parts List - Hedgetrimmer ID No. Part Number escription MIGB/T6178 M6 CASTLE NUT M6 MIGB/T93 M6 SPRING WASHER M6 MIGB/T97.1 M6 PLATE WASHER M6 MIC26.0615.0021 O RING MIC26.0615.0022 ROTATION GEAR MIGB/T5782 M5X16 SCREW M5X16 MIC26.0615.0023 SPACER MIC26.0615.0024 NEEDLE BEARING MIC26.0615.0025...

  • Page 33: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer EC Declaration of Conformity We Mitox (Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd) - BA9 9RS (importer) declare that the product(s): Designation: Petrol Powered Hedgetrimmer Model(s): MITOX 26LH-SP SELECT Type/Serial No: As per rating label on machine Complies with the following directive(s):...
  • Page 34 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Original Instructions Version June 16 26LH-SP_160616...
  • Page 35 26LH-SP Hedgetrimmer Original Instructions Version June 16 26LH-SP_160616...
  • Page 36 The manufacturer undertakes to replace any spare parts that are classified as defective by an appointed Mitox service dealer. The manufacturer will not accept liability for the replacement of the machine, either partially or wholly, and /or consequential damages and /or interest charges either directly or indirectly.

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