Efco 8460 Operator's Instruction Manual
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- Page 1 8460 - 8530 ( 2.79 cu.in ) ( 3.21 cu.in ) OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUEL D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES...
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION To correctly use the brush cutter and prevent accidents, do not start work without having first carefully read this manual. You will find explanations concerning the operation of the various parts plus instructions for necessary checks and relative maintenance. Note: Illustrations and specifications in this manual may vary according to Country requirements and are subject to change without notice by the manufacturer.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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Page 4: Product Identification
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Brush Cutter Components 1 - Carburetor Adjustment Screw 11 - Handlebar 2 - Choke Lever 12 - Throttle Trigger 3 - Starter Handle 13 - On/Off Switch 4 - Doubles Harness 14 - Throttle Trigger Lockout 5 - Combination Wrench 15 - Handle 6 - Locking Pin 16 - Muffler Cover... -
Page 5: Safety
SAFETY Understanding Safety Symbols - Wear safety strong shoes or boots - This symbol indicates Warning, and having skid-proof sole and anti-piercing Caution. insert. - Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as helpful operating - Be aware that objects can be and servicing information. - Page 6 SAFETY WARNING: Exposure to vibrations through prolonged use of gasoline powered hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve damage in the fingers, hands, and wrists of people prone to circulation disorders or abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel damage in otherwise healthy people.
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Page 7: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Basic Safety Precautions • Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and can follow all safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions before attempting to use the unit. • Restrict the use of your brush cutter to adult users who understand and can follow safety rules, precautions, and operating instructions found in this manual. -
Page 8: Fuel Handling
SAFETY RULES • It is unadvisable to hitch tools or applications to the P.t.o. that are not specified by the manufacturer. Fuel Handling WARNING: Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the fuel or the brush cutter (Fig. -
Page 9: Precautions Against Kickout
SAFETY RULES • Keep all parts of your body away from the cutting attachment when the engine is running. • Always carry the brush cutter with the engine stopped and the muffler away from your body. When transporting your brush cutter, use the appropriate blade guard (Fig. -
Page 10: Safety Features
Recommended cutting attachments Guards Cutting attachments Models p. n. Descriptions p. n. Descriptions 61042035 8460-8530 4095605 Nylon blade with 3 teeth, Ø 10” Plastic guard* 8460-8530 4095597 Nylon blade with 4 teeth, Ø 10” 61042035 Plastic guard* 61042035... -
Page 11: Safety Equipment Checking
SAFETY RULES Safety equipment checking WARNING: Never use a machine with faulty safety equipment. The machine’s safety equipment must be checked and maintained as described in this section. If your machine fails any of these checks contact your service agent to get it repaired. Throttle lock The throttle lock is designed to prevent accidental operation of the throttle control. - Page 12 SAFETY RULES • Never modify your brush cutter in any way. • Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil or fuel mixture. WARNING: Use only recommended accessories and replacement parts. • Never touch the cutting attachment or attempt to service the brush cutter while the engine is running. •...
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Page 13: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Fitting the handlebar • Fit the handle bar onto the shaft arm and secure it using screws (A, Fig.16), washers, and nuts. The handle position is calculated depending on the requirements of the operator. • Adjust roughly and tighten the screws slightly. •... - Page 14 ASSEMBLY WARNING: Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend! See the chapter on Recommended cutting attachments (Page 10). Refer to the instructions for the cutting attachment to check the correct way to load the cord and the correct cord diameter. Keep the teeth of the blade correctly sharpened! Follow our recommendations.
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Page 15: Operation
OPERATION WARNING: Never touch or adjust the blade while the motor is running. The blade is very sharp, always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance. WARNING: After use the bevel gear may be very hot, always wear protective gloves when performing maintenance. -
Page 16: Preparation For Cutting
OPERATION Filling the Tank WARNING: Follow safety instruction for fuel handling. Always shut off engine before fuelling. Never add fuel to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at least 10 feet (3 m) from refuelling site before starting engine (Fig. 29). DO NOT SMOKE! 1. - Page 17 OPERATION Basic Cutting Procedure 1. Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and protection. WARNING: Hold the brush cutter firmly with both hands (Fig. 31). Always keep your body is to the left of tube. Never use a cross-handed grip. Left-handers should follow these instructions too.
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Page 18: Starting The Engine
OPERATION • Never allow children to operate your brush cutter. Only allow others to use this brush cutter who have read this Operator's Manual or received adequate instructions for the safe and proper use of this brush cutter. • Keep everyone - helpers, bystanders, children, and animals at a safe distance from the cutting area (Fig. -
Page 19: Breaking-In The Engine
OPERATION the machine on the ground using your left hand (CAUTION! Not with your foot!), see Fig. 39. • Slowly push the purge bulb 6 to 8 times (A, Fig. 40). • Move the on/off switch (B, Fig. 41) to the start position “I”. •... -
Page 20: Stopping The Engine
OPERATION • Unscrew the screw on the spark plug cover (1, Fig. 44). • Remove the spark plug cover (2). • Engage a suitable tool in the spark plug boot (3, Fig. 45). • Pry off the spark plug boot. •... - Page 21 OPERATION WARNING: Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident. 2. Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc.
- Page 22 OPERATION WARNING: Never use the machine without a guard or with a defective guard. WARNING: The complete clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started, otherwise the clutch can come loose and cause personal injury. Ensure the cutting attachment cannot come into contact with any object.
- Page 23 OPERATION damaged. Release the handles, grip the shaft with both hands and gently pull the machine free. Using the circular saw blade WARNING: Circular saw blades are suitable for thinning brush and cutting small trees up to a diameter of 5 cm (2”). Do not attempt to cut trees with larger diameters, since the blade may catch or jerk the clearing saw forward.
- Page 24 OPERATION Trimming • Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle. It is the end of the cord that does the work. Let the cord work at its own pace. Never press the cord into the area to be cut. (Fig. 56) •...
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Page 25: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Chart... -
Page 26: Cutting Attachment Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Cutting Attachment Maintenance WARNING: It is absolutely essential to comply with the angles and dimensions specified below. If the blade is incorrectly sharpened there is a risk of increased kickout of the brush cutter and increase risk of thrown object, with resulting risk of injury. Failure to replace or repair damaged cutting attachment can cause serious injury. - Page 27 MAINTENANCE • The filing angle is 15°. File alternate teeth to the right and those 0.11 in 0.11 in in between to the left. If the blade has been heavily pitted by stones it may be necessary to dress the top edges of the teeth with a flat file, in exceptional cases.
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Page 28: Carburetor Adjustment
MAINTENANCE Carburetor Adjustment Before adjusting the carburetor, clean the cover vents as shown in Illustration Fig. 70, and air filter as shown in Illustration Fig. 71, refer to Operation-Starting Unit and Maintenance-Air Filter Sections for details. Allow the engine to warm up prior to carburetor adjustment. -
Page 29: Engine
MAINTENANCE Engine Clean the cylinder fins with compressed air or a brush periodically (Fig. 75). Dangerous overheating of engine may occur due to impurities on the cylinder. WARNING: Never run the machine without all the parts, including the starting housing, securely in place. -
Page 30: Bevel Gear
MAINTENANCE The Spark Arrester System needs a periodic and accurate maintenance and cleaning, in particular: - check periodically the spark arrester screen and substitute it when holes, bends or deformations appear; - check carefully if dust, debris or organic material is in contact with parts of the Spark Arrester System;... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting Chart WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your Servicing Dealer. -
Page 32: Storage
WOT (With Blade): 10,500 ± 300 RPM Power: 2.8 hp/2.1 kW (7,500 RPM) Power: 2.5 hp/1.8 kW (7,500 RPM) 8460 and 8530 FUEL AND OIL SYSTEMS: Carburetor: Multi Position Diaphragm Carburetor Fuel Tank Capacity: 47.3 oz. (1,400 ml) Fuel Mix:... - Page 33 WARNING: To ensure safe and correct operation of the brush cutter, this operator's manual should always be kept with or near the machine. Do not lend or rent your brush cutter without the operator's instruction manual. AVERTISSEMENT: Afin de garantir un fonctionnement correct et en toute sécurité...
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