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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual user manual, maintenance instructions and spare parts 266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Read this manual carefully before operating the machine Original Instructions Version June 13...
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Page 2: Component Location
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Component Location Fuel tank – 2 stroke mixture Engine starter. Carburettor / air filter. Safety lever. Throttle control lever. Ignition switch. Harness hanger. Transmission shaft. Gear box. Cutting blade. Rubber hand grip PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This Hedge Trimmer is a 2 stroke fast running power tool and is designed to be used in a domestic application for trimming new growth on hedges. -
Page 3: Warnings In The Manual
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Warnings in the Manual This mark indicates instructions which must be followed in order to prevent accidents which could lead to serious bodily injury or death. IMPORTANT This mark indicates instructions which must be followed or it leads to mechanical failure, breakdown, or damage. -
Page 4: Taking Care Of Warning Labels
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer (5) Directive 2000-14/CE. Guaranteed noise levels. (6) Danger: risk of exhaust fumes intoxication. 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 hedge trimmer 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 5: 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 6: Work Clothing And Safety Equipment
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Never use the Hedge Trimmer 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 hedge trimmer. 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 hedge trimmer is to be used. -
Page 7: Safe Handling Of Fuel
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Never hold the hedge trimmer 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 hedge trimmer, removing branches which have become stuck in the blades, or at any other time when coming into close proximity with the blades. -
Page 8: Before Starting The Engine
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Before Operating the Hedge Trimmer 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 hedge trimmer is being used, and when necessary this area should be marked with a warning rope, warning signs, or other forms of warning. -
Page 9: Avoid Noise Problems
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Avoid Noise Problems Check and follow the local regulations for sound levels and hours of operation for garden machinery. In general, operate hedge trimmers between 8 am, and 5 pm on week days and 9 am to 5 pm at weekends. -
Page 10: Two-Stroke Fuel
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Two-Stroke Fuel Fuel is very flammable. Do not smoke or bring any flame or sparks near fuel. Always stop the engine and allow it cool before refuelling. Refuel outdoors on bare ground, restart the engine at least 5m away from the refuelling stop. -
Page 11: Fuel Storage
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Fuel Storage 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 hedge trimmer for a period of more than one month, empty the fuel tank, and run the engine to empty the carburettor of fuel. - Page 12 266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Attaching the Hedge Trimmer Head Remove the locating screw (1). Using a 4mm Allen key, loosen the clamping bolt (2). Slide the drive shaft (3) into the hedge trimmer gearbox (4) until the locating hole (5) in the drive shaft is visible though the locating hole (6) in the gearbox.
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Page 13: Fitting The Handguard
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Fitting the Handguard Hedgetrimmer attachments are supplied with a hand guard, which prevents the operator from acidentally touching the hedgetrimer blades. On 281-MT models this guard also acts as a clip where the tip of the blades can be secured when the hedgetrimmer is folded for storage. -
Page 14: Starting The Engine
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Operation Keep clear of the blades as they may start moving when 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 15: Stopping The Engine
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer • Release the throttle control lever first and then release your hand. • Slowly pull the recoil starter handle until engagement of the pawls with the flywheel is felt. • While holding the unit, pull out the starter rope firmly until engine fires (indicated by a ‘cough’... -
Page 16: Fuel Filter
266LRH / 268LRH 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 17: Spark Plug
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Spark Plug 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 NGK: BPRM7A as necessary. Air Filter Before using the hedge trimmer, check the air filter (a). - Page 18 266LRH / 268LRH 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.
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
266LRH / 268LRH 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. -
Page 20: Service Schedule
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Service Schedule Every Every Every Before Component Procedure Note Hours Hours Hours Fuel Leaks / Fuel Clean Up • Spillage • Fuel Tank. Fuel Filter Inspect / Clean Replace if Neccessary Idle Adjusting See Adjusting Adjust if Neccessary •... -
Page 21: Specifications
266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Specifications MODEL MITOX 266LRH 268LRH Engine Type Air cooled 2-stroke gasoline engine Model IE34F-2E Displacement : ( cm3) 25.4 cc Max. output 0.7 (kw) in accordance with ISO 8893 Idle speed: rpm (min –1) 2800±150 Max. power speed: rpm 9800 (min –1) - Page 22 266LRH / 268LRH Hedgetrimmer Original Instructions Version June13...
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- Page 28 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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