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E550ZR

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Summary of Contents for E550ZR

Page 1: ...E550ZR M A N U A L...

Page 2: ...gether with this booklet Register your purchase online at www eliet eu ELIET Copyright 2021 ELIET All rights reserved The texts images and other information in this manual are protected by copyright a...

Page 3: ...tion data of your machine into the text boxes Type number Engine Serial number Year of Manufacture 2 Warranty 2 1 Machine registration To be entitled to warranty the machine has to be registered onlin...

Page 4: ...ntinually updated and improved as such we reserve the right that the specifications of your machine may differ slightly in terms of shape technology and accessories The descriptions and technical data...

Page 5: ...nd proper use 15 7 3 3 Responsibilities of the operator 16 7 3 4 Personal Protective Equipment PPE 17 7 3 5 Danger zone 17 7 3 6 Periodic maintenance 18 8 Dealer s responsibilities 19 8 1 Unpacking th...

Page 6: ...e s oil level 39 11 4 3 Cleaning the air filter 40 11 4 4 Checking and setting the depth control 40 11 4 5 Checking the belt tension 41 11 5 Maintenance after 20 hours of operation 44 11 5 1 Change th...

Page 7: ...ht dangers 5 1 For your information For your information This symbol is used to draw your attention to specific in formation and or actions or it is used to indicate where you can find additional info...

Page 8: ...the time to study the machine prior to use for a better understanding of the descriptions provided in this operating manual 6 1 Overall view 1 Decoupling lever blade drive 2 Operation lever traction 3...

Page 9: ...s roller scraper 5 Double CutTM Blades 6 Blade holder 1 Throttle 2 Petrol for UK gas for US cap 3 Air filter 4 Spark plug 5 Choke 6 Oil drainage plug 7 Fuel valve 8 Recoil starter handle 9 Petrol for...

Page 10: ...mains at your service for any main tenance or advice so that your ELIET machine is always in perfect condition You can contact the latter for original ELIET replacement parts and lubricants at any tim...

Page 11: ...Safety instructions 7 1 Safety messages The safety messages are clearly indicated on the machine with stickers or relief pictograms Please take note of the symbols and warning messages displayed 1 5 4...

Page 12: ...istance It is prohibited to clean the machine using a high pressure cleaner Cleaning is essential after every use A drawing also explains how to use the special Easy CleanTM maintenance support The st...

Page 13: ...al pictogram instructs the operator to read the manual before using the machine to avoid any incorrect handling which could be dangerous for themselves and for and others This sticker bears order code...

Page 14: ...ts Rear cover This cover is located at the end of the outlet channel at the rear of the machine This cover deflects the projection flow to the ground minimising the risk of injury to operators and bys...

Page 15: ...r own safety Get advice from the dealer or another professional when purchasing the machine Read and observe all safety messages indicated on the machine in the form of text or picto grams read 7 1 pa...

Page 16: ...t Avoid spilling petrol while refuelling Service the engine regularly in order to maintain optimum combustion 7 3 3 Responsibilities of the operator All persons using the machine are assumed to be fam...

Page 17: ...re a must Shoes with a steel toe cap are highly recommended To protect eyesight and hearing ELIET recommends hearing protection and safety goggles Dethatching can produce a considerable amount of dust...

Page 18: ...equipment Before use always inspect the machine to check that all machines parts are in good condition The engine revolution rate must be set correctly The machine must be cleaned after every work ses...

Page 19: ...be submit ted immediately after delivery Before opening the packaging check that the information on the label affixed to the box cor responds to what is stated on the delivery slip and to what was ord...

Page 20: ...ent Spray some lubricant PFTE based on the inside of the steering bracket along the length of the slot opening This will make the handlebars easier to adjust in height 2 Then insert the left hand stee...

Page 21: ...the cavity of the right hand steering bracket 5 Also with this second tube place the compression springs and inserts on the seat around the right hand steering tube 6 Place the hinge axles in the two...

Page 22: ...g bracket and the base of the pad To do this use a ring wrench 10 to loosen the M6 fixing nuts in a counter clockwise direction 10 The supplied steering plates can now be slid in between the pads and...

Page 23: ...ll safety features work perfectly Every ELIET dealer warrants the long life span of ELIET machines They will lubricate the hinges before delivering the machine to the client Important information for...

Page 24: ...bent If necessary straighten the blades again Check that the belt tension is adequate read 11 4 5 page 41 If not adjust it read 11 4 5 page 41 Check whether the depth has been set correctly read 9 2...

Page 25: ...lades deeper To reduce the depth setting of the blades turn the adjustment screws anti clockwise Turn each adjustment screw equally so that the depth on each side of the machine is set evenly The size...

Page 26: ...verified prior to starting the work Examine the work area and remove any foreign objects from the lawn Foreign objects include among other things metal stone plastic pvc bones rope but also molehills...

Page 27: ...ngine by firmly pulling the starter cord Once the engine is running set the choke to Open This prevents the engine from getting flooded If you forget to do this the engine will slow down and start pro...

Page 28: ...me to a standstill after turning it off the blades will continue to spin Do not perform any maintenance work before they have come to a standstill Warning The belt protection cover offer protection ag...

Page 29: ...handlebar Once turned 180 lower the machine with the front wheels back to the ground With this turning movement you do not have to switch the blades off each time Caution when lifting the front wheels...

Page 30: ...9 8 1 Cleaning the machine Caution maintenance of the machine such as cleaning must only be carried out when the engine is switched off ELIET recommends cleaning the machine after each use We recomme...

Page 31: ...must be avoided at all times Any necessary replacement and or repair works must be undertaken immediately Ask your authori sed ELIET dealer to carry out repairs find an authorised ELIET dealer near yo...

Page 32: ...carburettor Close the choke the petrol will now be sucked into the line The engine will start running as soon as the carburettor has filled b Petrol is stale Petrol has a limited shelf life Petrol tha...

Page 33: ...hilst working on a slope in the lengthwise direction the engine may suddenly stop The oil protection is the cause of this Since the oil alarm works on the basis of level measurement it detects a false...

Page 34: ...or the engine brand 9 10 3 A trail of damage to the lawn An abnormal trail of damage to the lawn may be detected on a strip while dethatching This could have the following causes Since the blades do t...

Page 35: ...move or transport the machine During transport children unauthorised people or animals must not be allowed within a 3 m radius of the machine Carefully choose a clear and free transport path preferabl...

Page 36: ...your information Machine breakage or defects resulting from incompetent operation are excluded from the warranty conditions Make sure the machine is securely tied down to the vehicle during transport...

Page 37: ...manufactured according to the same strict quality requirements and craftsmanship as the original equipment For a list of original spare parts and their ordering codes please visit www eliet eu Mainten...

Page 38: ...aintenance Change the oil General lubrication treatment Check and adjust the belt tension Lubricate chains and chain wheels adjust if necessary c Maintenance after every 150 hours of operation Change...

Page 39: ...www eliet eu 11 4 2 Checking and topping up the engine s oil level If the oil level in the engine drops below a certain level the engine will automatically switch off At that point the machine will h...

Page 40: ...or As a precaution cover it with a clean piece of paper Sponge filters can be cleaned by rinsing them with some petrol and blowing them with com pressed air Paper filters are cleaned by dusting them d...

Page 41: ...sion is not equipped with a tensioner and cannot be disconnected Here the belt is permanently tensioned between the two belt pulleys Please note As the reduction gearbox has a large gear ratio the for...

Page 42: ...e spanner size 10 Turn the nut above the support anti clockwise so that the end sleeve does not protrude as far through the holder spanner size 10 In the meantime check the belt tension Once the belt...

Page 43: ...djusting the drive 1 If the belt does not decouple this may be because the belt is too tight If possible adjust the belt tension further see above 2 If the belt does not decouple this may be because t...

Page 44: ...ent time for the oil to settle in the crank case Place the dipstick in the filler opening without fastening it After pulling it out again the oil at tached to the dipstick should reach the maximum mar...

Page 45: ...es Lubrication nipples Cable guides Caution As applies to all maintenance work the engine must be turned off Remove the spark plug cap Utility gloves are essential a Lubricating bearings Bearings that...

Page 46: ...here two moving parts are attached to each other Because this is a turning point it involves friction Friction without lubrication leads to wear excessive play and finally to breakage Some of these it...

Page 47: ...ts core In order to reach the freewheel bearing the large protec tive cover must be removed read 15 1 page 55 The lubrication nipple is fitted at the end of the drive axle for the chain drive to the t...

Page 48: ...ed air into the highest end of the cable so that the penetrating oil is forced out and the dirt in the guide is removed Wipe off any dirt that comes out of the guide on the underside Leave the machine...

Page 49: ...e 55 11 5 8 Tightening the chains Caution Chain tightening must be done with the engine switched off Remove the spark plug cover as a precaution Caution Always wear suitable clothing for performing th...

Page 50: ...the machine will be less efficient and the manufacturer recommends replacing them remaining blade length 20 mm To disassemble the blades the machine needs to be placed on the supplied Easy Clean clean...

Page 51: ...uniform operation of the machine across the entire width If a bent blade is detected a pair of pliers can be used to straighten it so that it is aligned again with the other blades Please note Wearin...

Page 52: ...3 page 25 Remove the spark plug read 11 5 2 page 44 Spray some MoS2 based penetrating oil into the cylinder Pull the starter cord until the piston is in its uppermost position Replace the spark plug...

Page 53: ...Floating Blade Fixed interlinear 15 mm Double Cut TM blades number thickness 66 1 5 mm Permanently Sharp BladesTM yes Depth adjustment front stepless Wheels rubber alu 200 mm double ball bearings Dri...

Page 54: ...he machine Based upon this know ledge the necessary steps have been taken in line with Machine Directive 2006 42 EEC in order to ensure full operator safety when the machine is used correctly The valu...

Page 55: ...and the chain drive between the reduction gearbox and the traction roller The small reduction gearbox is attached with 3 M6 bolts spanner size 10 Completely unscrew the bolts anti clockwise The bolts...

Page 56: ...e months or 100 hours of operation for semi professional and or professional use To apply for this warranty the customer must register the purchased product with ELIET and complete the registration de...

Page 57: ...ranty form must be stapled to the purchase invoice and sent to ELIET or an ELIET importer agent Step 6 ELIET sends the parts ordered to the dealer under the regular delivery and payment conditions Ste...

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