McCulloch 966625001, MC125, 115376827 instruction manual Operation

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR UNIT

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Compare the illustrations with your unit to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

 

 

 

 

 

Muffler

 

 

 

Assist Handle

 

 

 

 

Coupler

 

 

 

 

Trimmer

Shaft

 

 

 

 

Head

 

 

Spark

Throttle Trigger

 

 

 

 

 

 

Plug

 

 

 

 

Shield

 

Primer Bulb

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Line Limiter

 

Start

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lever

Blade

ON/STOP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch

Starter handle

 

 

 

ON/STOP SWITCH

START LEVER

 

 

 

The ON/STOP switch is located on the trigger

The START LEVER helps to supply fuel to the

handle and is used to stop the engine. To stop

engine to aid in starting. Activate the starting

the engine, push and release the engine

system by moving the start lever to the START

ON/STOP switch.

 

 

position. DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger

PRIMER BULB

 

 

until the engine has started and runs. After the

 

 

engine starts, allow the engine to warm--up

The PRIMER BULB removes air from the car-

10--15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle

buretor and fuel lines and fills them with fuel.

trigger to deactivate the starting system.

This allows you to start the engine with fewer

COUPLER

 

 

 

pulls on the starter rope. Activate the primer

 

 

 

bulb by pressing it and allowing it to return to

The COUPLER enables optional attach-

its original form.

 

 

ments to be installed on the unit.

 

 

 

 

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

2-cycle air-cooled engine oil designed to be

WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel

mixed at a ratio of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is ob-

tained by mixing 3.2 fluid ounces (95 ml) of oil

information in the safety rules before you be-

with 1 gallon (4 liters) of unleaded gasoline.

gin. If you do not understand the safety rules,

Pour the entire contents of the 3.2 ounce (95

do not attempt to fuel your unit. Call

ml) container of oil into 1 gallon (4 liters) of

1-800-554-6723.

 

 

gasoline to achieve the proper fuel mixture.

FUELING ENGINE

DO NOT USE automotive or marine oil.

These oils will cause engine damage. When

WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly

mixing fuel follow the instructions printed on

the container. Once oil is added to gasoline,

when refueling.

 

 

shake container momentarily to assure that

 

 

 

the fuel is thoroughly mixed. Always read and

 

HELPFUL TIP

 

 

 

follow the safety rules relating to fuel before

To obtain the correct oil mix

 

fueling your unit.

 

 

 

ratio, pour 3.2 ounces of

 

CAUTION: Never use straight gasoline in

2-cycle synthetic oil into

 

your unit. This will cause permanent engine

one gallon of fresh gas.

 

 

damage and void the limited warranty.

This engine is certified to operate on un-

FUEL REQUIREMENTS

leaded gasoline. Before operation, gasoline

This engine requires the use of minimum 87

must be mixed with a good quality synthetic

octane [R+M]/2 clean gasoline.

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Contents Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions English Español FrançaisIdentification of Safety Symbols Hazard zone for thrown objectsIdentification of Safety Symbols Operator Safety Safety RulesOptional Attachments Line Trimmer Safety Unit / Maintenance SafetyFuel Safety Additional Safety RulesBrushcutter Safety Edger SafetyBLOWER/VACUUM Safety HandlebarHedge Trimmer Safety Cultivator SafetyPole Pruner Safety Know how to stop quickly Snow Thrower SafetyHigh speed causing injury Keep the rotor clear of debrisAdjusting the Handle AssemblyInstalling Trimmer ATTACH- Ment Attaching the ShieldOperation Starting a Cold Engine HOW to Stop Your UnitHOW to Start Your Unit Starting a Warm EngineOperating Position Installing Optional ATTACH- MentsRemoving Trimmer ATTACH- Ment or Other Optional Attachments Remove the shaft cap from the attach- ment if presentDoes the cutting Work area Cutting MethodsTip of the line Inches 8 cm above groundMaintenance Replacing the Line Service and AdjustmentsCarburetor Idle Speed Adjustment Replacing the Cutting HeadEngine Seasonal StorageFuel System OtherTroubleshooting Table Cause Remedy Canada, contact Limited WarrantyHarris Corners Ligations The U.S. EnvironmentalIntermediate 125 hours Extended 300 hours

115376827, 966625001, MC125 specifications

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