Rover RS3100 Bedienungsanleitung

769-25689 / 00 07/20
RS3100
4-Stroke Trimmer
Operator’s Manual
IMPORTANT: Read this manual thoroughly before using this product. Follow all instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Oil and Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
All information, illustrations, and specications in this manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
The product may vary slightly from the illustrations contained in this manual.
Copyright© 2020 MTD SOUTHWEST INC, All Rights Reserved.
SERVICE
DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF
PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
For assistance regarding the assembly, operation or maintenance of the unit, please call 1300 951 594.
Additional information can be found at www.rover.com.au.
Warranty service is available through an authorised service center. To locate a service center in your
area, please visit our website or call the number listed above. Service on this unit, both within and after
the warranty period, should only be performed by an authorised and approved service center. When
servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Register your product at www.rover.com.au to have parts, owner manuals, and warranty information
at your ngertips.

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SAFETY
SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE
NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon and
Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes
4442 and 4443), Oregon and Washington require, by law that certain internal
combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be
equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in eective working order, or the engine
be constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of re. Check with
your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements.
Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a ne. This
unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor. If it requires replacement, contact
your local service dealer to install the appropriate muer assembly.
Read the operator’s manual and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders.
SYMBOL MEANING
WARNING:Signals a SERIOUS hazard.
Failure to obey a safety WARNING symbol CAN result in serious injury to yourself
or to others.
CAUTION:Signals a MODERATE hazard.
Failure to obey a safety CAUTION symbol MAY result in property damage or
injury to yourself or to others.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety
symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The
safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings
they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of
the equipment.
DANGER:Signals an EXTREME hazard.
Failure to obey a safety DANGER symbol WILL result in serious injury or death to
yourself or to others.

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• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
• Stay alert. Do not operate this unit when tired, ill or under the inuence of alcohol,
drugs or medication.
• Never allow children to operate the unit. Teens must be trained, accompanied and
supervised by an adult. Never allow adults to operate the unit without proper instruction.
• All guards and safety attachments must be installed properly before operating the unit.
• Inspect the unit before use. Check for damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all
parts operate properly. Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure. Make sure all
moving parts are properly aligned and are not bound. Replace parts that are cracked,
chipped, or damaged in any way. Have all damaged or improperly working parts
repaired or replaced by an authorised service center. Do not operate the unit with loose
or damaged parts.
• Be aware of risk of injury to the head, hands and feet.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit. Remove rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, string and other objects that may be thrown or become entangled with the unit.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders and pets; keep them outside a 50-foot (15 m)
radius, at a minimum. Even then, they are still at risk from thrown objects. Encourage
bystanders to wear eye protection. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
• Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns automatically to the idle position.
Make all adjustments or repairs before using the unit.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
• This unit is intended for occasional, household use only.
WARNING:When using the unit, all safety instructions must be
followed. Please read these instructions before operating the unit in order to
ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders. Please keep these
instructions for later use.

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SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS UNITS
• Store fuel only in containers specically designed and approved for the storage of such
materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before lling the tank. Never remove the
fuel tank cap or add fuel when the engine is hot. Always loosen the fuel tank cap slowly
to relieve any pressure in the tank before fueling.
• Always add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area where there are no sparks or
ames. DO NOT smoke.
• Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit
immediately, before starting the unit. Move the unit at least 30 ft. (9.1 m) from the
fueling source and site before starting the engine. DO NOT smoke.
• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill. Operate this unit only in a well-ventilated outdoor area.
WARNING:Gasoline is highly ammable and its vapors can
explode if ignited. Take the following precautions:
WHILE OPERATING
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet current ANSI / ISEA Z87.1 standards and are
marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection when operating this unit. Wear a face
mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve shirt. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
• Adjust the handle to provide the best grip, if applicable.
• Use the unit only in daylight or good articial light.
•Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope. The
operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Refer to Starting and Stopping.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for its intended purpose. Only use the unit as
described in this manual.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a rm grip on both
handles or grips.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance. Take extra care when
working on stairs, steep slopes or inclines. To avoid serious injury, do not operate the
unit while on a ladder or a roof.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop
moving parts.
• Do not touch the engine, gear housing or muer. These parts get extremely hot from
operation, even after the unit is turned o.
• Do not operate the unit faster than the speed needed to do the job. Do not run the unit
at high speed when not in use.

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• Do not force the unit. It will do a better, safer job when used at the intended rate.
• Always turn the unit o when operation is delayed or when carrying the unit from one
location to another. Make sure all moving parts come to a complete stop.
• Before setting the unit down, always make sure the engine is o and all moving parts
have stopped.
• If the unit strikes or becomes entangled with a foreign object, stop the unit
immediately. Check for damage. If damaged, do not restart or operate the unit until it is
repaired. Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
• Turn the engine o and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair.
• Use only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement parts and accessories for
this unit. These are available from your authorised service dealer. Use of any other parts
or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user, or damage to the unit, and void
the warranty.
• Keep the unit clean. Carefully remove vegetation and other debris that could block
moving parts.
• To reduce re hazard, replace a faulty muer and spark arrestor. Keep the engine and
muer free from grass, leaves, excessive grease or carbon build up.
• If the unit starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the unit immediately. Inspect the unit for
the cause of the vibration. Vibration is generally an indicator of trouble.
TRIMMER SAFETY
• Only use the trimming line described in the Specications section of this manual. Never
use metal-reinforced line, wire, chain or rope. These can break o and become
dangerous projectiles.
• Do not replace the cutting head with rigid or metal blades. Doing so could result in
serious injury.
• The cutting head shield must always be in place while operating the unit.
• Do not operate the unit without both trimming lines extended and the proper line
installed. Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield.
• The cutting head should remain stationary when the engine idles. If it does not, refer to
Adjusting the Idle Speed.
• Make sure the cutting head is not in contact with anything before starting the unit.

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OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Maintain the unit with care. Follow all maintenance instructions in this manual.
•Do not perform maintenance procedures other than those described in this manual. All
service, other than the maintenance procedures described in this manual, should be
performed by an authorised service dealer.
• Never remove, modify or make inoperative any safety device furnished with the unit.
• Before inspecting, maintaining, cleaning, storing, transporting or replacing any parts on
the unit:
1. Stop the unit. Refer to Starting and Stopping.
2. Make sure all moving parts have stopped.
3. Allow the unit to cool.
4. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
• Secure the unit while transporting.
• Never store the unit with fuel in the tank, inside a building where fumes may reach an
open ame (pilot lights, etc.) or sparks (switches, electrical motors, etc.).
• Store the unit in a dry place, secured or at a height to prevent unauthorised use or
damage. Keep the unit out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry and
clean (free from debris, oil and grease). Clean the unit after each use. Refer to Cleaning
and Storage. Do not use solvents or strong detergents.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users. If you
loan this unit to others, also loan them these instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that
may appear on this product. Read the operator's manual for complete safety, assembly,
operating and maintenance and repair information.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictographs.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:Read the operator’s manual(s) and follow all
warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury
to the operator and/or bystanders.
WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING:Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe
eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting current ANSI / ISEA
Z87.1 standards and ear protection when operating this unit. Use a full face
shield when needed.
WEAR FOOT PROTECTION
Always wear heavy-duty, non-slip footwear when operating this unit.
WEAR HAND PROTECTION
Always wear heavy-duty, non-slip gloves when handling this unit.
HANDLE POSITION
Make sure the handle is positioned beyond the end of the safety label.
UNLEADED FUEL
Always use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
OIL
Refer to operator’s manual for the proper type of oil.
DO NOT USE E85 FUEL IN THIS UNIT
CAUTION:It has been proven that fuel containing greater than
10% ethanol will likely damage this engine and void the warranty.

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ON / OFF STOP CONTROL
ON / START / RUN
ON / OFF STOP CONTROL
OFF or STOP
PRIMER BULB
Push the primer bulb, fully and slowly, 10 times.
THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY
WARNING:Small objects can be propelled at high speed,
causing injury.
Min. 50 ft
15 m
KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
WARNING:Keep all bystanders, especially children and pets, at
least 50 feet (15 m) from the operating area.
HOT SURFACE
WARNING:Do not touch a hot muer or cylinder. You may get
burned. These parts get extremely hot from operation. When turned o, they
remain hot for a short time.
SHARP BLADE
WARNING:There is a sharp blade on the cutting head shield.
To prevent serious injury, do not touch the line cutting blade.
DO NOT REPLACE CUTTING HEADS WITH BLADES*
WARNING:When using a trimmer, to prevent serious injury, do
not replace the cutting head with rigid or metal blades.
*This warning does not apply to units equipped with blades, such as edgers and
brush cutters.
SYMBOL MEANING

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KNOW YOUR UNIT
APPLICATIONS (AS A TRIMMER)*
• Cutting grass and light weeds.
•Edging
• Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.
*Other optional attachments may be used with this unit.
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
• Flat-head screwdriver
Cutting Head
Shield
Cutting Head
Line Cutting Blade
Coupler
Upper Shaft Housing
Lower Shaft Housing
Handle
On/O Switch
Spark Plug
Muer
Fuel Cap
Starter Rope Grip
Shaft Grip
Throttle Control
Air Filter Cover
Primer Bulb
Oil Fill Plug
Throttle Lockout
Hanger Cap
Shoulder Strap Loop
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