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GVE 174 PLUS | GVE 200 PRO
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Whenever you leave the machine unattended.
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During refueling.
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During cleaning or maintenance.
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During transportation.
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Before storage.
ROTATING PARTS HAZARDS
Rotating parts can cause serious injury. Avoid
contacting the rotating parts when they are still
in rotation.
NOISE AND VIBRATION HAZARDS
The noise and vibration levels shown in these
instructions are the maximum levels for use of
the machine. Insufficient maintenance has a sig-
nificant impact on vibration and noise emissions.
Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive
steps to eliminate possible damage due to high
levels of noise and stress from vibration. Maintain
the machine well, wear ear protection devices,
anti-vibration gloves and take breaks while work-
ing. Operating the machine with a stable speed
and griping the handles firmly with suitable force
can decrease the vibration level. During a working
day, you shall take frequent and adequate breaks
to prevent damage from vibration and damage
to the ears. Prolonged exposure to vibrations
can cause injuries and neurovascular disorders,
especially to people suffering from circulation
disorders. The symptoms can regard the hands,
wrists and fingers and are shown through loss of
sensitivity, torpor, itching, pain and discoloring or
structural changes to the skin. These effects can
be worsened by low ambient temperatures or by
gripping the handgrips excessively. If such symp-
toms occur, the length of time the machine is used
must be reduced and a doctor must be consulted.
WORKING AREA HAZARDS
Thoroughly inspect the whole work area and use
a rake or yard brush to manually loosen debris and
remove anything that could be projected by the
machine, be a hazardous source or cause damage
to the machine if run over (stones, branches, iron
wire, bones etc.). Check that there are no bystand-
ers, animal or items that could be damaged within
at least 15 meters of the machine’s range of ac-
tion.
Work only in daylight, or with suitable artificial
light, in good visibility conditions. Try not to cause
any noise disturbance, by only using this machine
at reasonable times of the day.
Take on a firm and well-balanced position. Where
possible, avoid working on wet, slippery ground
or in any case on uneven or steep ground that
does not guarantee stability for the operator.
REMAINING HAZARDS
The machine was built using modern technology
and in accordance with recognized safety rules.
Even when all safety measures are in place, some
remaining hazards, which are not yet evident, may
be present. The operator should use common
sense and take necessary precautions to avoid risk
due to remaining hazards.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
INTENDED USE
This engine was designed and manufactured to
serve as a replacement engine to ultimate ma
chines, e.g. lawnmowers, pressure washers etc.
Any other use differing from the above-men
tioned ones could be hazardous, harm people
and/or damage things and the machine.
IMPROPER USE
The engine must not be used for installation on
ultimate machines not recommending it as a pos
sible replacement engine or without first consult
ing an experienced and trained technician or the
engine manufacturer.
Examples of improper use may include, but are
not limited to:
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Using the engine without the accessories specif
ically supplied by the manufacturer for specific
uses, or use of accessories in a way not intended
in these instructions;
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Installing the engine on a machine that it was
not intended to be fitted.
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Installing the engine at an operational angle dif
ferent than level to the ground.
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Installing the engine in a manner different than
the specified by the manufacturer.
TECHNICAL DATA (PAGE 42)
IDENTIFICATION (Fig. 1)
1. Fuel tank cap
2.
Carburetor
3. Exhaust muffler
4. Oil filler cap and dipstick
5. Fuel tank
6. Serial number plate
7. Air filter
OPERATION
PREOPERATION
Unpacking and completing the assembly should
be done on a flat and stable surface, with enough
space for moving the machine and its packaging,
always making use of suitable equipment.
Before starting work please:
1. Install the engine correctly on the ultimate ma
chine, according to its manufacturer’s instruc
tions.
2. Check that all the screws are tightly fastened.
3. Check that the air filter is clean.
4. Fill with oil and fuel as indicated below.
FUELING AND LUBRICATION
WARNING:
Never smoke whilst refueling and keep
fuel away from all sources of fire or spark. Avoid in
haling the petrol fumes and always refuel in outside
and well ventilated areas.
WARNING:
The engine is delivered without oil and
fuel.
Τhis is a 4-stroke engine meaning gasoline should
be used in fuel tank and the engine case should be
filled with 4-stroke engine oil.
