MC2600RS MC-PS (Multi-Cutter Power Unit) (Pruner Attachment) MC-HT (Hedge Trimmer Attachment) MC-S (String Trimmer Attachment) MC-HTS (Hedge Trimmer Attachment) MC-E (Edger Attachment) MC-T (Cultivator Attachment) Owner’s/Operator’s Manual Completely read and understand this manual before using this product.
Foreword This Owner’s/ Operator’s Manual is designed to familiarize the operator with the various features and component parts of the equipment and to assist you with the assembly, operation and maintenance of your new Multi-cutter. It is essential that any operator of this Multi-cutter reads and understands the contents this manual before using the Multi-cutter. For additional assistance, contact any local authorized MARUYAMA dealer.
Safety Instructions The warning system in This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER , WARNING and CAUTION DANGER are signal words to identify the level of hazard. : signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed. WARNING : signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are not followed.
7. Maintain the Multi-cutter according to the recommended maintenance intervals and procedures in the Maintenance section beginning on page 24. 8. If running problems or excessive vibration occur, stop immediately and inspect the unit for the cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is beyond your ability to correct, return the Multi-cutter to your servicing MARUYAMA dealer for repair. Fuel safety 1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled and stored carefully.
7. Never operate the Multi-cutter without proper guards in place. 8. Do not put hands or feet near or under any moving parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of your body away from the moving tool attachment and hot surfaces such as the muffler. 9. Keep a firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. 10. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Multi-cutter for any job that is not recommended by MARUYAMA.
MC-HTS (Hedge Trimmer Attachment) ON GEARCASE (Part No. 407349) ON SHAFT (Part No. 221501) ON SHAFT (Part No. 217879) MC-PS (Pruner Attachment) ON SHAFT (Part No. 221501) ON SHAFT (Part No. 221502) ON SHAFT (Part No. 219937) MC-T (Cultivator Attachment) ON SHAFT (Part No. 221501) ON SHAFT (Part No.
Product Description MC2600RS (Multi-Cutter Power Unit) 12 6 4 3 2 1 7 5 8 10 12 11 9 13 MC-S 1. Shaft connector 2. Loop Handle 3. Shaft Assembly 4. Attachment Ring for Shoulder Hanging Strap 5. Shaft Grip 6. Clutch Drum Housing 7. Engine 8. Air Filter 9. Fuel Tank 10. Throttle Cable and Stop Switch Wires 11. Throttle Trigger and Stop Switch 12. Safety Decal 13. Shoulder Hanging Strap (String Trimmer Attachment) 1. Gearcase 2. Shaft Assembly 3. Safety Decal 4.
Assembly Loop Handle Screw (4) Loop Handle Installation 1. Place the loop handle and the bottom clamp on the shaft approximately 28cm(11 inches) from the end of the stop switch/ throttle trigger assembly. 2. Install the four screws and nuts. Tighten the screws evenly. 3. Reposition the loop handle up or down the driveshaft to the most comfortable position, and tighten the screw and nuts.
Brushcutter Blade WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ・If the Brushcutter blade is not adequately tightened, it can come loose from the Brushcutter during use. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ・This may cause damage to property or personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ・Make sure the Brushcutter blade is securely fastened to the attaching shaft in the gearcase. 1. Remove the blade bolt, stabilizer and clamping washer from the attaching shaft out of the gearcase. Note: The blade bolt has left-hand thread.
MC-E(Edger Attachment) Installing Guard WARNING Lock Washer POTENTIAL HAZARD ・Foreign objects can be thrown by Edger. Hex Nut Guard WHAT CAN HAPPEN Guard Stud Plate ・Contact with thrown objects can cause personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Flat Washer ・Never operate the Edger without the blade guard. Knob 1. Install the collar onto the plate stud. Flat Washer 2. Install the Guard onto the plate stud, making sure the Guard stud Collar fits into the matching slot in the plate.
MC-HTS(Hedge Trimmer Attachment) Installing Shaft and Gearcase Attach the driveshaft tube assembly to the Hedge Trimmer gearcase assembly. Note: Carefully inspect both ends of the drive shaft protruding from the drive shaft tube. The squared end of the drive shaft positions toward the connector of the power unit. The splined end of the drive shaft connector to the gearcase assembly while rotating the drive shaft to engage the splines.
5. Install the sprocket cover onto the two bar studs. Install the bar stud nuts, but leave the nuts finger-tight. 6. Rotate the chain tensioner screw until all slack is removed between the chain and the bottom of the guide bar, but loose enough to allow you to pull the chain around the guide bar by hand. Sprocket Cover Chain Travel Direction Bar Stud Nuts 7. Tighten the bar stud nuts and recheck the chain tension.
Connecting the Tool Attachment to the Power Unit First, loosen the clamping knob so shaft of the tool attachment can be inserted into the tube coupler. Pull the detent knob outward and gently rotate attachment shaft back and forth while inserting to be sure the driveshafts completely in place. The spring loaded detent knob will snap into place when the attachment shaft is correctly positioned. Tighten the clamping knob.
3. Always open the fuel tank cap slowly to release any possible pressure inside the tank. 4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 10mm from the top of the tank. 3m (10ft.) Minimum 5. Tighten the fuel tank cap carefully but firmly after refilling. 6. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine. 7. Move the Multi-Cutter at least 3m (10ft.) away from the fueling location and fuel storage container before starting the engine.
Fuel Mixture The fuel: oil ratio is 25 parts gasoline to 1 part oil or 25:1. Fuel Mixture Chart 25:1 Gasoline 1 litre 2 litre 5 litre two-cycle oil 40 ml /cc 80 ml /cc 200 ml /cc Mixing Instructions IMPORTANT: Never mix gasoline and oil directly in the Multi-cutter fuel tank. 1. Always mix fuel and oil in a clean container approved for gasoline. 2. Mark the container to identify it as fuel mix for the Multi-cutter. 3.
If the engine stops running before you turn the choke lever to the Open “” position : Go ahead and open the choke, pull the starter grip with the throttle trigger positioned at Fast-idle start position. Hot Restart Fast-idle start lock START(ON) STOP(OFF) Stop switch Fast-idle start position Idle position To start the engine that is already warmed up (hot restart). 1. Turn the choke lever to the open “” position, and set the stop switch to the “ON” position. 2.
If idle speed adjustment is necessary, and after adjustment the cutting attachment rotates or the engine stalls, stop using the Multi-cutter immediately! Contact your local authorized MARUYAMA Dealer for assistance and servicing. Operation MC-S(Multi-Cutter with String Trimmer Attachment) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ・Foreign objects can be thrown by the Multi-Cutter. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ・Contact with thrown objects can cause personal injury.
3. The Trimmer weight should be evenly distributed between the arms. The trimmer head should be near and parallel to the ground. 4. Accelerate and hold the engine at cutting speed before entering the material to be cut. 5. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to idle speed when not cutting. 6. Stop the engine when moving between work sites. ・If the trimmer head becomes jammed, stop the engine immediately.
Trimming Hold the bottom of the trimmer head about 5-10cm above the ground and at an angle. Allow only the tip of the line to make contact. 5-10cm above Ground Scaling To remove unwanted vegetation, hold the trimmer head about 5-10cm above the ground and at an angle. Allow the tip of the line to strike the ground cutting the vegetation off at the surface. 5-10cm above Ground Mowing Keep the line parallel to the ground and use a gentle side-to-side motion.
Cutting Blades 1. Use only the correct blade (MARUYAMA genuine part) approved for the application and model Brushcutter. 2. Carefully check the condition of the blades before and after operation. 3. Sharpen dull blades. Replace any blade that is worn, cracked or damaged. 4. If a blade produces eccentric rotation or vibration, replace the blade and the boss adapter with MARUYAMA genuine parts.
CAUTION ・Always wear gloves and protective clothing when operating the Multi-Cutter with Edger Attachment. ・If the Edger blade becomes jammed, stop the engine immediately. ・Make certain all moving parts have stopped and disconnect the spark plug before inspecting the equipment for damage. ・Never use a unit that has chipped, cracked or broken Edger blade or blade guard. Setting Depth of Cut IMPORTANT: Set the depth of cut before you start the engine. Blade Guard Increase the Depth of Cut 1.
6. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the engine to return to speed when not cutting. 7. Stop the engine when moving between work sites. ・If the cutting blades becomes jammed, stop the engine immediately. ・Make certain all moving parts have stopped and disconnect the spark plug before inspecting the equipment for damage. ・Never use a unit that has chipped, cracked or broken blades. IMPORTANT: The thickness of branches which may be cut using this trimmer is limited to up to approximately 4.5mm.
MC-PS(Multi-Cutter with Pruner Attachment) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ・The Pruner can conduct electricity. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ・Contact with live electrical wires or circuits can cause serious injury or death. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ・Never use the Pruner Attachment around electrical lines, circuits or components. CAUTION ・Read the Safety instructions beginning on page 2 concerning proper use of the Multi-Cutter. Before using the Multi-Cutter with Pruner Attachment, check the following: 1.
MC-T(Multi-Cutter with Cultivator Attachment) CAUTION ・Read the Safety instructions beginning on page 2 concerning proper use of the Multi-Cutter. Operating Position Before using the Multi-Cutter with Cultivator Attachment, check the following: 1. The unit may be on operator’s right side. The operator’s right hand should be holding the shaft grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent. 2.
Maintenance Air Filter Maintenance Interval ・The air filter should be cleaned daily, or more often when working in extremely dusty conditions. ・Replace after every 100 hours of operation. Air Filter Cleaning 1. Remove the foam element. 2. Clean the foam element with warm, soapy water. Let the element dry completely. 3. Apply a light coat of SAE 30 motor oil to the foam element and squeeze out all excess oil. 4. Reassemble the foam element and filter cover.
Cylinder Cooling Fins Maintenance Interval ・The cylinder cooling fins should be cleaned after every 25 hours of operation, or once a week, whichever comes first. ・Air must flow freely around and through the cylinder cooling fins to prevent engine overheating. Leaves, grass, dirt and debris buildup Swivel Ring on the fins will increase the operating temperature of the engine, which can reduce engine performance and shorten engine life.
Spark Arrester WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD ・Muffler surface becomes hot when Trimmer/Brushcutter is in operation and remains hot for sometime after the engine is shut off. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ・Contact with hot muffler surface could cause a burn. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD ・Make sure the muffler is cool before inspecting and cleaning the spark arrester. Maintenance Interval ・The spark arrester should be inspected and cleaned after every 25 hours of operation.
MC-E(Edger Attachment) Flexible Drive Shaft Maintenance Interval The Edger Attachment uses a flexible drive shaft inside the drive shaft tube. The flexible drive shaft should be lubricated after each 30 hours of use. Gearcase Flexible Drive Shaft Lubrication 1. Loosen the two screws holding the gearcase to the drive shaft tube Flexible Shaft and carefully remove the gearcase from the drive shaft tube. 2. Grip the end of the flexible drive shaft and remove it from the Driveshaft Tube drive shaft tube. 3.
MC-HT/MC-HTS(Hedge Trimmer Attachment) Adjusting Cutting Blades CAUTION ・Do not touch the sharpened edges of the cutting blades. The cutting blades are extremely sharp and dangerous at all times. Maintenance Interval Before operating the Multi-Cutter with Hedge Trimmer Attachment it is necessary to check the adjustment of the cutting blades. Blades that are too loose may vibrate, and will not provide a clean, smooth cut.
MC-T(Cultivator Attachment) Grease Fitting for Gearcase Lubrication Maintenance Interval The Cultivator gearcase should be inspect after each 25 hours of use. Lubrication The Cultivator gearcase holds 40g of lubricant. A grease fitting is located in the top of the gearcase. Lubricant should be checked at least every 25 hours of operation. Use a#2 lithium-based lubricant with Molybdenum additive.
5. Pull the starter grip once. 6. Reinstall the spark plug.7. Store the Multi-Cutter in a dry place away from excessive heat, sparks or open flame.
Manufacturing: Maruyama Mfg. Co., Inc. 4-15 Uchi-kanda 3-Chome, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 101-0047 Japan Tel. 03-3252-2281 - 31 - P/N.
