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Cobra BCX230C User Manual

Cobra BCX230C
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MODELS: BCX230C / BCX370CU
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BCX230C (PNB230) / BC370CU (PNB370)
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Cobra BCX230C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCobra
ModelBCX230C
CategoryBrush Cutter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Attention Statements

DANGER! Safety Statement

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation resulting in death or serious injury.

WARNING! Safety Statement

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation resulting in death or serious injury.

CAUTION! Safety Statement

Contains information that should be acted upon to avoid machine damage.

IMPORTANT! Statement

Possesses special significance for operation or safety.

Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT! Information

Information reflects publication time; changes may occur.

Operating Precautions

General Safety Advice

Read manual, ensure others do too; keep for reference.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear hard hat, eye/hearing protection, gloves, sturdy footwear.

Prohibited Operations

Do not operate if tired, ill, or under influence of alcohol/drugs.

Operating Precautions (Continued)

Prohibited Operations & Safety Checks

No untrained users; check attachments; avoid damaged equipment.

Hazard Warnings

Keep away from heat/fire; operate in ventilated areas; never run indoors.

Operational Checks

Ensure fasteners, stop switch, throttle controls are working properly.

1. LOCATION OF PARTS

Engine Components Overview

Identifies spark plug cap, choke lever, air cleaner, fuel tank, etc.

Warning Label Symbols

Explains symbols for danger, manual importance, and fuel hazards.

2. FUEL AND OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

Fuel Handling Dangers

Gasoline is flammable/explosive; avoid sparks/flames; never overfill.

Fuel and Oil Mixing Ratio

Requires a 40:1 gasoline-oil mixture for Cobra 2-stroke engines.

Fuel Type and Octane Rating

Use unleaded gasoline with ethanol content ≤10% and RON 91.

STARTING PROCEDURES

3. ADJUSTMENT OF THROTTLE CABLE

Details how to adjust the throttle cable for equipment connection.

4. STARTING

Includes fueling, dangers, and initial start steps.

Fueling Procedure

Level engine, fill tank with 50:1 mixture, close cap securely.

Starting Dangers

Avoid fuel overflow; exhaust gas is poisonous; operate in ventilated areas.

4. STARTING continued

Starting Procedure (Choke & Pull)

Turn choke, squeeze throttle, pull starter grip.

Starting Warnings

Never let rope whip around; grasp grip firmly; control rope rewind.

ENGINE OPERATION AND STOPPING

5. WARMING UP

Run engine at idle speed for a few minutes to reach operating temperature.

6. ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED

Adjust idle screw to set engine idle speed, prevent blade movement.

7. STOPPING THE ENGINE

Move throttle to idle, turn ignition switch to 'O' (stop).

9. MAINTENANCE

Air Cleaner Service

Clean air cleaner element every 20 hours; wash, dry, and reinstall.

Fuel Filter Service

Clean fuel filter every 20 hours in high flash-point solvent.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

9. MAINTENANCE CONTINUED

Includes spark plug and spark arrester service.

Spark Plug Service

Check/clean spark plug every 50 hours; check gap (0.6-0.7mm).

10. STORAGE

Drain fuel, clean engine, prepare for storage to prevent gum deposits.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND CHECKS

General Maintenance Warnings

Stop engine & disconnect spark plug wire before maintenance.

Daily Maintenance

Remove dirt, check cooling fins and air cleaner for clogging.

Muffler Warning

Operating without muffler or damaged one causes hearing loss.

Safe Operating Practices

Using the Unit Correctly

For private use, trimming lawn edges, and cutting vegetation.

General Use Restrictions

Not for unintended use; arbitrary changes exclude liability.

Read All Instructions Before Operating

Familiarize with operation; do not use if tired, ill, or under influence.

Safe Operating Practices (Continued)

Unit Inspection and Maintenance

Check unit before use; replace damaged parts; ensure secure attachments.

Cutting Attachment Safety

Always attach cutting attachment cover; do not stop rotating blade by hand.

Operating Environment & Posture

Operate in daylight, good lighting; maintain secure footing.

Safe Operating Practices (Continued)

Rotating Blade Safety

Blade can injure when engine is off; hold unit firmly until standstill.

After Operating the Unit

Clean and lubricate cutting blades; store blade securely.

Other Safety Instructions

Never store unit with fuel indoors; allow engine to cool; keep away from children.

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION SETUP

Operating and Display Elements

Describes control and display functions of the appliance.

Installation Manual

Guides assembly and setup procedures.

Installing the Handle Bar

Instructions for attaching and securing the handle bar.

ASSEMBLY AND FUELING

Attaching/Removing Line Head & Blade

Procedures for attaching/removing cutting attachments.

Oil and Petrol Recommendations

Use quality API TC oil; mix ratio 40:1.

Petrol Handling Dangers

Flammable/explosive; refuel in ventilated area, engine off.

Operation

Filling the Tank

Remove cap, fill with mixture, never overfill, close cap tightly.

Starting the Cold Engine

Set ignition to START, use primer, set choke to position 1.

Starting with a Warm Engine

Move ignition to I/On, set choke to 3/1+, pull starter for engine start.

Stopping the Engine

Move throttle to idle, turn ignition switch to 'O' (stop).

Operation (Continued)

Stopping Warnings

If ignition switch fails, use choke to stop; have switch checked.

Holding the Lawn Trimmer

Position unit correctly; user wears PPE; hold unit below waist height.

Setting the Length of the Trimmer Line

Release line by tapping bump knob on ground while running.

Operation (Continued)

Cutting Technique

Cut grass taller than 20cm in stages; cut from left to right for better capacity.

Working with the Cutting Blade

Cut rhythmically, stand firmly, set unit to full speed for blade work.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Clean unit after each use; failure to clean can cause malfunctions.

Maintenance and Cleaning (Continued)

Winding a New Line onto the Spool

Remove spool housing, wind line onto spool, insert spool into cover.

Fitting a Coil with a Prewound Line

Remove spool housing, insert prewound coil into spool cover.

Cleaning the Air Filter

Clean and lubricate air filter after every ten operating hours.

KEY MAINTENANCE TASKS

Replace Petrol Filter

Replacement may be required, best carried out by a specialist.

Spark Plug Service

Check/clean spark plug every 25 hours; correct gap is 0.6-0.7 mm.

Exhaust Cleaning

Clean area under exhaust cover every 25 hours.

Gearbox Grease Check

Check gearbox grease level every 25 hours; refill with high-quality lithium grease.

UNIT CARE AND STORAGE

Cleaning the Unit

Keep unit & ventilation slots clean; use brush & damp cloth.

Storage Precautions

Never store with fuel indoors; allow engine to cool; store in dry, closed room.

Long-term Storage

Drain fuel, run engine to stop, oil cylinder, clean unit, store in dry room.

STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION

Long-term Storage Preparation

Drain fuel, oil cylinder, clean unit, check parts, tighten fasteners.

Transportation

Cool unit, empty fuel, close cap, secure unit during transport.

Warranty Information

Troubleshooting Guide

Engine Does Not Start

Check ignition switch, fuel tank, intake pump, and engine flooding.

Engine Does Not Run Constantly at No Load

Check fuel mixture, spark plug, and air filter condition.

Engine Does Not Accelerate

Check fuel mixture, carburetor adjustment, and petrol filter.

Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)

Strong Vibrations

Check for damaged cutting tools or drive parts.

Cutting Head Does Not Release Line

Check for entanglement, line presence, coil jamming, or fused line.