USER MANUAL Gas String Trimmers MANUEL DE UTILISATION Coupe-herbes à essence MANUAL DEL USUARIO Recortadoras de Hilo de Gas STOP ARRÊT ALTO MODELS: MT3310, MT3311 INCLUDES EQUIVALENT FACTORY RECONDITIONED MODELS For problems or questions, DO NOT return this product to the store. Contact your Customer Service Agent . En cas de problèmes ou pour des questions, NE PAS retourner ce produit au point de vente. S'adresser au préposé du Service à la clientèle en composant.
PLEASE READ Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a McCulloch product. With proper operation and maintenance it will provide you with years of service. In order to make the best use of your investment, be CERTAIN to familiarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE User Manual before attempting to operate and maintain your unit. Be sure to carefully follow the step-by-step illustrations in this manual to start, operate and maintain your new product.
PLEASE READ Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a McCulloch product. With proper operation and maintenance it will provide you with years of service. In order to make the best use of your investment, be CERTAIN to familiarize yourself with the contents of the ENTIRE User Manual before attempting to operate and maintain your unit. Be sure to carefully follow the step-by-step illustrations in this manual to start, operate and maintain your new product.
2 - GENERAL IDENTIFICATION - IDENTIFICATION DES PRINCIPAUX COMPOSANTS - IDENTIFICACION GENERAL 7 8 11 14 12 5 13 16 SAFETY FEATURES Numbers preceding the descriptions correspond with numbers on preceding page to help you locate the safety feature. E 3 DEBRIS SHIELD must be installed to prevent debris from being thrown at the operator and prevent the string N from extending longer than necessary.
2 - GENERAL IDENTIFICATION - IDENTIFICATION DES PRINCIPAUX COMPOSANTS - IDENTIFICACION GENERAL 7 8 11 14 12 5 13 16 SAFETY FEATURES Numbers preceding the descriptions correspond with numbers on preceding page to help you locate the safety feature. E 3 DEBRIS SHIELD must be installed to prevent debris from being thrown at the operator and prevent the string N from extending longer than necessary.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MESURES DE SECURITE PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 3-1. WHAT TO DO E N G L I S H READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL SUPPLEMENTS (IF ANY ENCLOSED) THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1. CLOTHING - Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is at shoulder level.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MESURES DE SECURITE PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 3-1. WHAT TO DO E N G L I S H READ YOUR USER MANUAL AND ALL SUPPLEMENTS (IF ANY ENCLOSED) THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. 1. CLOTHING - Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is at shoulder level.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. E N G L 10. I 11. S H 12. 13. 7 DO NOT SMOKE while refueling or operating equipment. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT A MUFFLER and properly installed muffler shield. DO NOT TOUCH or let your hands or body come in contact with a hot muffler or spark plug wire. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IN AWKWARD POSITIONS, off balance, outstretched arms, or one-handed. Always use two hands when operating unit with thumbs and fingers encircling the handles.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. E N G L 10. I 11. S H 12. 13. 7 DO NOT SMOKE while refueling or operating equipment. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WITHOUT A MUFFLER and properly installed muffler shield. DO NOT TOUCH or let your hands or body come in contact with a hot muffler or spark plug wire. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IN AWKWARD POSITIONS, off balance, outstretched arms, or one-handed. Always use two hands when operating unit with thumbs and fingers encircling the handles.
5 - FUEL AND LUBRICATION - CARBURANT ET LUBRIFICATION COMBUSTIBLE Y LUBRICACION D C 5-1. FUEL E B OR OU O { } 4-2A 4-2A E 4-2. DEBRIS SHIELD N G L The debris shield must be installed (Figure 4-2A) to properly dispense cutter line and protect operator. I Shield fits snug on shaft. Some force may be required. S 1. Seat shield (B) onto shaft bracket (C). H 2. Insert bolt (D) and nut (E), tighten securely.
5 - FUEL AND LUBRICATION - CARBURANT ET LUBRIFICATION COMBUSTIBLE Y LUBRICACION D C 5-1. FUEL E B OR OU O { } 4-2A 4-2A E 4-2. DEBRIS SHIELD N G L The debris shield must be installed (Figure 4-2A) to properly dispense cutter line and protect operator. I Shield fits snug on shaft. Some force may be required. S 1. Seat shield (B) onto shaft bracket (C). H 2. Insert bolt (D) and nut (E), tighten securely.
6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - FONCTIONNEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION 5-3. FUEL MIXING TABLE GASOLINE E N G L I S H McCulloch 40:1 Ratio Custom Lubricant 1 U.S. Gal. 3.2 oz. 95ml (cc) 5 Liters. 4.3 oz. 125ml (cc) 1 Imp. Gal. 4.3 oz. 125ml (cc) Mixing Procedure 5" (132cm) 40 Parts Gasoline to 1 Part Lubricant 1ml = 1cc 5-4. RECOMMENDED FUELS Some conventional gasolines are being blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet clean air standards.
6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - FONCTIONNEMENT INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION 5-3. FUEL MIXING TABLE GASOLINE E N G L I S H McCulloch 40:1 Ratio Custom Lubricant 1 U.S. Gal. 3.2 oz. 95ml (cc) 5 Liters. 4.3 oz. 125ml (cc) 1 Imp. Gal. 4.3 oz. 125ml (cc) Mixing Procedure 5" (132cm) 40 Parts Gasoline to 1 Part Lubricant 1ml = 1cc 5-4. RECOMMENDED FUELS Some conventional gasolines are being blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or an ether compound to meet clean air standards.
A 1 2 6-1F 6-1G 6-1H 6-2A 6. Move choke lever to START “ ” position (Figure 6-1F). E 7. Pull starter rope again 4 times while trigger is in the full throttle position (Figure 6-1E). 8. Once engine starts, leave in the START “ ” position for 10 seconds. N 9. Move the choke to RUN “ ” position (Figure 6-1G). G 10. Squeeze trigger to release throttle advance. L 11. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 1 through 10.
A 1 2 6-1F 6-1G 6-1H 6-2A 6. Move choke lever to START “ ” position (Figure 6-1F). E 7. Pull starter rope again 4 times while trigger is in the full throttle position (Figure 6-1E). 8. Once engine starts, leave in the START “ ” position for 10 seconds. N 9. Move the choke to RUN “ ” position (Figure 6-1G). G 10. Squeeze trigger to release throttle advance. L 11. If engine fails to start, repeat steps 1 through 10.
7 - TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS - INSTRUCTIONS POUR LA COUPE INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA PODA 7-1. ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in this manual. WARNING / CAUTION E N • IF UNFAMILIAR WITH TRIMMING techniques, practice the procedures with ENGINE in “OFF” position. G • WORK AREA - Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or L string which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
7 - TRIMMING INSTRUCTIONS - INSTRUCTIONS POUR LA COUPE INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA PODA 7-1. ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before operating your unit, review ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in this manual. WARNING / CAUTION E N • IF UNFAMILIAR WITH TRIMMING techniques, practice the procedures with ENGINE in “OFF” position. G • WORK AREA - Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or L string which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.
NOTE: Even with care, trimming around foundations, brick or stone walls, curves, etc., will result in above normal string wear. BUMP TAPER GOLPEAR TRIMMING / MOWING Swing trimmer with a sickle-like motion from side to side. Do not tilt the stringhead during the procedure. Test area to be trimmed for proper cutting height. Keep stringhead at same level for even depth of cut (Figure 7-3A). 7-2A 7-2B 7-2.
NOTE: Even with care, trimming around foundations, brick or stone walls, curves, etc., will result in above normal string wear. BUMP TAPER GOLPEAR TRIMMING / MOWING Swing trimmer with a sickle-like motion from side to side. Do not tilt the stringhead during the procedure. Test area to be trimmed for proper cutting height. Keep stringhead at same level for even depth of cut (Figure 7-3A). 7-2A 7-2B 7-2.
8 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - ENTRETIEN INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO WARNING Use extreme caution when SCALPING. Keep a distance of 100 feet (30 meters) between operator, other people and animals during these operations. MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST EACH USE HOURS OF OPERATION LISTES DES VERIFICATIONS D’ENTRETIEN CHAQUE USAGE HEURES D’OPERATION CADA USO HORAS DE OPERACION SCALPING Scalping refers to removal of all vegetation down to the ground.
8 - MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS - ENTRETIEN INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO WARNING Use extreme caution when SCALPING. Keep a distance of 100 feet (30 meters) between operator, other people and animals during these operations. MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST EACH USE HOURS OF OPERATION LISTES DES VERIFICATIONS D’ENTRETIEN CHAQUE USAGE HEURES D’OPERATION CADA USO HORAS DE OPERACION SCALPING Scalping refers to removal of all vegetation down to the ground.
A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. KNOB SPOOL SPRING SPINDLE HOUSING SLOTS EYELETS CUTTER LINE A. B. C. D. E F. G. H, BOUTON BOBINE RESSORT AXE FAISANT ENCOCHES OEILLETS FILE DE COUPE H F C G D J E H A B F E A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. CAJA MIENTRAS OROFICIO OJILLOS HUSO PERILLA CARRETE RESORTE LINEA DE LA CORTADORA D H F 8-1D J 8-1E K 8-1A K 8-1B 8-1C 8-1. REPLACING CUTTER LINE E N G L I S H F R A N C A I S 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn knob (A) COUNTERCLOCKWISE and remove (Figure 8-1A).
A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. KNOB SPOOL SPRING SPINDLE HOUSING SLOTS EYELETS CUTTER LINE A. B. C. D. E F. G. H, BOUTON BOBINE RESSORT AXE FAISANT ENCOCHES OEILLETS FILE DE COUPE H F C G D J E H A B F E A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. CAJA MIENTRAS OROFICIO OJILLOS HUSO PERILLA CARRETE RESORTE LINEA DE LA CORTADORA D H F 8-1D J 8-1E K 8-1A K 8-1B 8-1C 8-1. REPLACING CUTTER LINE E N G L I S H F R A N C A I S 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn knob (A) COUNTERCLOCKWISE and remove (Figure 8-1A).
A C C A B B 8-3A D 8-3B 8-3C 8-3. FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER CAUTION Remove fuel from unit and store in approved container before starting this procedure. Open fuel cap slowly to release any pres- 8-2A E sure which may have formed in fuel tank. N NOTE: Keep vent (A) on fuel cap clean of debris (Figure 8-3A). G Fuel Filter: L 1. Lift fuel line and filter (B) out of tank. A steel wire (C) with a hook or a paper clip works well (Figure 8-3B). I 2. Pull off with a twisting motion (Figure 8-3C). S 3.
A C C A B B 8-3A D 8-3B 8-3C 8-3. FUEL CAP / FUEL FILTER CAUTION Remove fuel from unit and store in approved container before starting this procedure. Open fuel cap slowly to release any pres- 8-2A E sure which may have formed in fuel tank. N NOTE: Keep vent (A) on fuel cap clean of debris (Figure 8-3A). G Fuel Filter: L 1. Lift fuel line and filter (B) out of tank. A steel wire (C) with a hook or a paper clip works well (Figure 8-3B). I 2. Pull off with a twisting motion (Figure 8-3C). S 3.
8-8. STORING A UNIT .025" (.635mm) 1. A B 8-5A C 8-6A E N G L I S H 9. 8-9. REMOVING A UNIT FROM STORAGE D 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. F B 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Failure to follow these steps may cause varnish to form in the carburetor and difficult starting or permanent damage following storage. Perform all the general maintenance recommended in the Maintenance Section of your User Manual. Clean exterior of engine, drive shaft assembly, debris shield and stringhead. Drain fuel from the fuel tank.
8-8. STORING A UNIT .025" (.635mm) 1. A B 8-5A C 8-6A E N G L I S H 9. 8-9. REMOVING A UNIT FROM STORAGE D 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. F B 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Failure to follow these steps may cause varnish to form in the carburetor and difficult starting or permanent damage following storage. Perform all the general maintenance recommended in the Maintenance Section of your User Manual. Clean exterior of engine, drive shaft assembly, debris shield and stringhead. Drain fuel from the fuel tank.
9 - ACCESSORIES and LUBRICANTS - ACCESSOIRES et LUBRIFIANTES - ACCESORIOS y LUBRICANTES 10- TROUBLESHOOTING THE ENGINE - DEPANNAGE DU MOTEUR DETECCION y CORRECCION DE FALLAS DEL MOTOR FOR PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY REASONS USE ONLY GENUINE McCULLOCH ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE ONLY THE STRINGHEAD SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER CUTTING ATTACHEMENT.
9 - ACCESSORIES and LUBRICANTS - ACCESSOIRES et LUBRIFIANTES - ACCESORIOS y LUBRICANTES 10- TROUBLESHOOTING THE ENGINE - DEPANNAGE DU MOTEUR DETECCION y CORRECCION DE FALLAS DEL MOTOR FOR PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY REASONS USE ONLY GENUINE McCULLOCH ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS. USE ONLY THE STRINGHEAD SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER CUTTING ATTACHEMENT.
11- TROUBLESHOOTING THE STRINGHEAD - DEPANNAGE DE LA TETE DE COUPE - DETECCION y CORRECCION DE FALLAS DE LA CEBAZA DE HILO PROBLEM PROBLEME PROBLEMA PROBABLE CAUSE CAUSE PROBABLE CAUSA PROBABLE Line won’t feed. Line is tangled inside stringhead. Le fil de coupe n’avance pas. Le fil est emmêlé dans la tête de coupe. La línea no alimenta. La línea está enredada dentro de la cabeza de hilo. Upon removing spool, line appears to be melted together.
11- TROUBLESHOOTING THE STRINGHEAD - DEPANNAGE DE LA TETE DE COUPE - DETECCION y CORRECCION DE FALLAS DE LA CEBAZA DE HILO PROBLEM PROBLEME PROBLEMA PROBABLE CAUSE CAUSE PROBABLE CAUSA PROBABLE Line won’t feed. Line is tangled inside stringhead. Le fil de coupe n’avance pas. Le fil est emmêlé dans la tête de coupe. La línea no alimenta. La línea está enredada dentro de la cabeza de hilo. Upon removing spool, line appears to be melted together.
USER MANUAL Gas String Trimmers MANUEL DE UTILISATION Coupe-herbes à essence MANUAL DEL USUARIO Recortadoras de Hilo de Gas STOP ARRÊT ALTO MODELS: MT3310, MT3311 INCLUDES EQUIVALENT FACTORY RECONDITIONED MODELS For problems or questions, DO NOT return this product to the store. Contact your Customer Service Agent . En cas de problèmes ou pour des questions, NE PAS retourner ce produit au point de vente. S'adresser au préposé du Service à la clientèle en composant.
