Efco stark 25 User Manual

STARK 25 TR (25.4 cm
3
) - STARK 25 IC (25.4 cm
3
) - STARK 25 (25.4 cm
3
)
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MANUALE DI USO E MANUTENZIONE
OPERATOR'S INSTRUCTION BOOK
MANUEL D'UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

Efco stark 25 Specifications

General

Power Source	Petrol
Engine Type	2-stroke
Engine Displacement	25.4 cc
Power Output	0.8 kW
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.75 L
Cutting Width	38 cm
Shaft Type	Straight
Handle Type	Loop

Summary

INTRODUCTION

RISK OF DAMAGING HEARING

Warns about potential hearing damage from machine noise during normal use and recommends precautions.

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS AND SAFETY WARNINGS

Wear head, eye and ear protection.

Keep bystanders away 15 m.

Warning! Kickback it's danger.

Warns users about the severe danger and risk of injury associated with kickback phenomena.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Never use the brush cutter when you are tired or fatigued or if you have taken alcohol, drugs or medication (Fig. 1).

Prohibits operation under the influence of fatigue, alcohol, drugs, or medication to ensure operator safety.

Do not allow children to use the brush cutter.

Strictly prohibits children from operating the brush cutter due to safety risks.

Never use the brush cutter without the blade guard or the head.

Prohibits operation without the blade guard or cutting head to ensure user protection.

Never leave the machine unattended with the engine running.

Prohibits leaving the machine unattended while the engine is running to prevent misuse or accidents.

Keep this manual on hand and consult it before each use of the tool.

Instructs users to keep the manual readily accessible and consult it before every use for ongoing safety reference.

SAFETY PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Wear protective goggles or face screens (Fig.4-5)!

Stresses the critical importance of wearing eye protection like goggles or face screens to prevent eye injuries.

Use protections against noises; for example noise reduction ear guards (Fig.6) or earplugs.

Advises using hearing protection, such as ear guards or plugs, to prevent noise-induced hearing damage.

Wear gloves (Fig.7) that permit the maximum absorption of vibrations.

Recommends wearing gloves designed to absorb vibrations, reducing operator fatigue and discomfort.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING! This machine is not suitable for use with blade for wood (22-60-80 teeth) and relevant metal guard.

Alerts users that the machine is not designed for use with wood cutting blades and metal guards.

WARNING: Make sure that all components are connected properly and all screws tightened.

Emphasizes the critical need for all parts to be securely connected and screws properly tightened for safe operation.

FUELING

Handle Fuel With Care

Provides critical warnings and instructions for safely handling highly flammable gasoline and fuel mixtures.

STARTING THE ENGINE

RECOMMENDED FUEL

Specifies the type of unleaded gasoline and octane rating suitable for the engine.

STARTING THE ENGINE (Detailed steps)

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting the brush cutter engine, including choke and throttle settings.

ENGINE IS FLOODED

Provides troubleshooting steps for an engine that is flooded with fuel, including spark plug cleaning and drying.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE AUTOMOTIVE OIL OR 2-CYCLE OUTBOARD OIL.

Warns against using incorrect oil types, which can damage the engine.

BREAKING-IN THE ENGINE

Explains the engine break-in process, recommended duration, and operational limits to ensure engine longevity.

WARNING: Once the engine is warmed up do not use the choke to start up again.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

PROHIBITED USE

Lists specific uses and actions that are forbidden with the brush cutter to ensure safety and prevent damage.

WARNING: Never use rigid blades when cutting in stony areas.

USE

Forestry clearing

Grass clearing using a grass blade

Basic safety rules

MAINTENANCE

BLADE SHARPENING (3-4 TOOTH)

BLADE SHARPENING

REPLACING THE NYLON LINE (25TR)

WARNING: Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape.

Strictly prohibits unauthorized repairs like welding or reshaping, which can cause component detachment and severe injury.

REPLACING THE NYLON LINE (25 IC - 25)

MAINTENANCE - TRANSPORTION

CARBURETOR

TRANSPORTION

WARNING: Don't tamper the carburetor.

MAINTENANCE - STORAGE

STORAGE

ATTENTION: All maintenance operations not reported in this manual must be carried out by an authorized Service Center.

Any unauthorized changes and/or use of non-original replacement parts may result in serious injury or death to the operator or third parties.

Warns that unauthorized modifications or non-original parts can lead to severe injury or fatalities.

GB TECHNICAL DATA

WARNING!!! Using an incorrect cutting attachment increases the risk of accidents!

Strongly warns that using incorrect cutting attachments significantly elevates the risk of accidents and injury.

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Engine will not start or will run only a few seconds after starting.

Addresses issues where the engine fails to start or stops shortly after starting, suggesting spark and flooding checks.

Engine starts but will not accelerate properly or will not run properly at high speed.

Engine starts and runs, but cutting attachment is not rotating

Troubleshoots cases where the engine runs but the cutting attachment fails to rotate, indicating potential clutch or drive shaft issues.