Limpar Weed Brush Turbo Operating Manual Download Page 5

 

 

 
Weed Brush Turbo 

19/02/2015 

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Table of contents 

Introduction ............................................................................ 2 

Table of contents .................................................................... 5 

1   Safety .................................................................................. 7 

1.1  Intended use ............................................................... 7 

1.2  Non-intended use ........................................................ 8 

1.3  Product observation .................................................... 8 

1.4  Requirement imposed on personnel............................ 9 

1.5  Danger zone ............................................................... 9 

1.6  Work clothing ............................................................ 11 

1.7  Safety devices and protective devices ...................... 11 

1.7.1  Safety switch ................................................... 11 

1.7.2  Splash guard ................................................... 11 

1.7.3  Protective cover .............................................. 11 

1.8  Safety regulations and accident prevention  

regulations ................................................................ 12 

1.9  Disposal .................................................................... 13 

1.10  Safety signs on the weed brush .............................. 14 

2   Description ....................................................................... 15 

2.1  Rating plate ............................................................... 15 

2.2  Overview ................................................................... 16 

2.3  Technical data ........................................................... 17 

3   Commissioning ................................................................ 18 

3.1  Unpacking ................................................................. 18 

3.2  Adjusting the steering arm ........................................ 18 

3.3  Mounting the splash guard ........................................ 19 

4   Operation.......................................................................... 20 

4.1  Preparatory activities ................................................ 22 

4.1.1  Adjusting the steering arm ............................... 22 

4.1.2  Checking the status of the wire bristles ........... 22 

4.1.3  Checking the motor oil level ............................ 22 

4.1.4  Fuelling ........................................................... 22 

 

 

 

 

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Summary of Contents for Weed Brush Turbo

Page 1: ...e original operating manual German Keep on hand for further use 4F Maschinentechnik GmbH Am Gasspeicher 6 D 49453 Rehden Germany Tel 49 5446 9970 40 Fax 49 0 5446 9970 42 email info 4 f de Internet www 4 f de 4F Maschinentechnik GmbH 4KM WB A change status ...

Page 2: ...ead this operating manual carefully prior to assembly and operation of the weed brush Always comply with the instructions and information contained herein particularly the safety instructions If the operating manual is lost or in poor condition request a new copy from the manufacturer the same applies for parts of the operating manual This operating manual only applies for the weed brush specified...

Page 3: ... ensuing consequences Contact your specialist dealer to order spare parts or accessories In addition comply with the instructions in the operating manual of the motor manufacturer This is included in the sub package for the weed brush 4F Maschinentechnik GmbH assumes no liability for the content of the operating manual provided by the motor manufacturer Explanation of symbols signs and direction i...

Page 4: ...s information for efficient and trouble free operation refers to important information in other sections and documents 2 Many texts serve a particular purpose These texts are marked as follows Listings Instructing text e g a sequence of activities 3 In the text the sides of the weed brush are cited left right front rear Left or right refers to the side that the operator of the machine sees viewed ...

Page 5: ...guard 11 1 7 3 Protective cover 11 1 8 Safety regulations and accident prevention regulations 12 1 9 Disposal 13 1 10 Safety signs on the weed brush 14 2 Description 15 2 1 Rating plate 15 2 2 Overview 16 2 3 Technical data 17 3 Commissioning 18 3 1 Unpacking 18 3 2 Adjusting the steering arm 18 3 3 Mounting the splash guard 19 4 Operation 20 4 1 Preparatory activities 22 4 1 1 Adjusting the steer...

Page 6: ...gular maintenance tasks 26 5 2 1 Maintenance schedule 26 5 2 2 Maintenance records 27 5 2 3 Checking the Bowden cables for ease of movement 27 5 2 4 Cleaning the weed brush 28 5 2 5 Checking and cleaning the air filter 28 5 2 6 Replacing the braided wire elements 29 5 3 Maintenance and repair verifications 31 6 Decommissioning and preservation 32 7 Faults and fault correction 32 8 Specialist deale...

Page 7: ...uctions contained in this operating manual the statutory regulations particularly the safety and accident prevention regulations must also be complied with 1 1 Intended use The Weed Brush Turbo must only be used to remove and set down weed growth on paved concrete and or asphalt surfaces outside of enclosed spaces Intended use also includes compliance with all the instructions in the operating man...

Page 8: ...mbustion motor switched on or with the brushes rotating it is operated in faulty condition or with safety relevant faults it is used without the safety cladding elements that are installed as standard equipment unsuitable personnel are assigned to operate the weed brush It is made heavier to increase the braided brush pressure 1 3 Product observation Notify us without delay if faults or problems o...

Page 9: ...he health of persons is jeopardised Consequently no one should be in this area when the weed brush is in operation WARNING For persons in the danger zone there is danger of injury due to rocks or other foreign objects or parts of the brush that are thrown upwards by the machine Therefore Only operate the weed brush if no one is in the danger zone Carefully observe the danger zone and stop the weed...

Page 10: ...Page 10 of 33 19 02 2015 Weed Brush Turbo NOTE When swinging the weed brush to the right or left this change in direction also applies for the danger zone Safety Fig 1 Danger zone ...

Page 11: ...essary to wear protective equipment Long sturdy trousers safety footwear protective goggles and protective gloves 1 7 Safety devices and protective devices 1 7 1 Safety switch The switch bracket for brush rotation is designed as a dead man s switch Pull the switch bracket against the steering bar to switch on brush rotation To bring the weed brush to a standstill simply release the switch bracket ...

Page 12: ...ly use the weed brush for its intended use otherwise dangerous situations can occur with serious or fatal injuries as the result intended use see section 1 1 page 7 Due to poor lighting conditions during operation a number of dangers can occur Only operate the weed brush if there is adequate lighting Only guide the weed brush at walking speed The motor must be switched off before you refuel the ma...

Page 13: ...eaning tasks Ensure that no other person can restart the weed brush e g pull off the spark plug connector Otherwise there is danger of injury Only use original spare parts and accessories that are approved by the manufacturer The use of other parts voids the liability for the ensuing consequences Execution of the specified maintenance and repair tasks is part of intended use of the weed brush inte...

Page 14: ...ed brush Do not remove any warning stickers Replace warning stickers that come off of the machine or that have already been lost Stickers Meaning Before using the weed brush the operating manual must be read All information contained in the operating manual must always be complied with Position On the rear of the machine in the operator s field of vision Warning general dangers Position On the rea...

Page 15: ...a petrol motor is mounted The motor drives the 6 replaceable braided wire elements The weed brush has a steering arm with which it is guided by a pedestrian and from which all operating elements can be reached 2 1 Rating plate A rating plate is attached on the machine it contains the basic data for the machine see Fig 2 The rating plate is on the left side of the weed brush below the motor Descrip...

Page 16: ... Brush Turbo 2 2 Overview Description Fig 3 Components and operating elements Switch bracket brush drive Splash guard Brush deck Brush head Fuel control lever and motor stop Braided wire elements Lateral adjustment Protective cover ...

Page 17: ... 37 cm Weight 48 kg Motor Honda GCV 160 Hand arm vibrations on the weed brush Vibration total value Honda motors ahwd 6 8 m 2 Noise emission value of the weed brush Sound power level Honda motor LWAd 95 dB A 1pW Sound pressure level on the operator s ear Honda motor LpAd 85 dB A 20µPa Description ...

Page 18: ... of the box to the floor Set up the steering arm in accordance with section 3 2 and roll the weed brush away from the packaging Dispose of the packaging in accordance with the waste disposal regulations issued by your municipal administration 3 2 Adjusting the steering arm See Fig 3 page 16 for adjustment of the steering arm CAUTION Danger of injury and danger of material damage when raising the s...

Page 19: ...ash guard when the motor is switched off Only dismount the splash guard for maintenance tasks or repairs Never operate the weed brush without splash guard The splash guard has two round tubes that you insert in the two squared tubes attached on the weed brush Guide both round tubes into the squared tubes to the stop so that the splash guard completely covers Screw the provided screw Allen screw M5...

Page 20: ...the traction drive and brush rotation if people enter the danger zone during operation The user is responsible relative to third persons who are in the work area entire area that will be processed DANGER Life threatening danger due to movements of the weed brush When operating the weed brush on slopes the weed brush can start moving without control due to gravity Therefore For tasks on sloping ter...

Page 21: ...ses CAUTION Danger of burn injuries on the motor at operating temperature Therefore Do not touch the motor during operation CAUTION Danger of injury and danger of material damage if the weed brush is operated in faulty condition Therefore Perform a visual inspection prior to each start of the machine Prior to each start check the operating elements for firm seat and function WARNING Danger of pois...

Page 22: ... Preparatory activities 4 1 1 Adjusting the steering arm The steering arm on this machine cannot be adjusted in height Ensure that it is firmly mounted as specified in section 3 2 page 18 4 1 2 Checking the status of the wire bristles The wire bristles should be at least 5 cm in length If the wire bristles are worn below this length they must be replaced 4 1 3 Checking the motor oil level Prior to...

Page 23: ...n the same direction the wind is blowing Thus you prevent tossed up sweepings from hitting you or contaminating the motor 4 2 1 Starting the motor Ensure that the spark plug connector has not been pulled off Open the fuel cock if present see the operating manual provided by the motor manufacturer in the sub package for the weed brush Place the fuel control lever in choke position Start the motor w...

Page 24: ...f Close the fuel cock if present 4 2 3 Lateral adjustment of the weed brush To remove weed growth on an edge the weed brush can be placed diagonally to the left Unscrew the knob of the lateral adjustment element Fig 3 page 16 Pivot the brush deck into the desired position Tighten the knob of the lateral adjustment element Fig 3 page 16 Operation ...

Page 25: ...nger of injury due to dismounted protective devices and safety devices If protective devices and safety devices are dismounted they no longer fulfil their function Therefore Always remount protective devices and safety devices after they have been dismounted for example for service and maintenance purposes WARNING The weed brush poses significant hazards for non specialised persons Therefore Only ...

Page 26: ...or oil level Operating manual provided by the motor manufacturer Check the Bowden cables for ease of movement 5 2 3 Visual inspection of the weed brush for damage particularly ignition cable and spark plug connector as needed Cleaning the weed brush 5 2 4 Check and clean the air filter 5 2 5 Replacing the braided wire elements 5 2 6 DANGER Use of inferior quality spare parts can result in injury a...

Page 27: ...s of the weed brush severe injury and material damage Therefore If the Bowden cables do not move easily do not place the weed brush in service Contact your specialist dealer and have the weed brush repaired Bowden cables for brush drive For brush drive pull the switch bracket against the steering arm It must be possible to move the switch lever to the steering arm tube with slight resistance Relea...

Page 28: ...ettor must follow the executed movement Have the repair performed by your specialist workshop if the Bowden cable does not function as described above 5 2 4 Cleaning the weed brush ATTENTION Cleaning the weed brush with a high pressure cleaner can damage the seals bearings and joints of the weed brush Therefore Do not clean the weed brush with a high pressure cleaner Clean the weed brush as needed...

Page 29: ...e machine is on the ground it can be lifted at the front until the steering arm touches the ground Close the fuel cock beforehand and ensure that the machine cannot roll away It is better to work on a lift platform Unscrew the screw that is under the brush head Pull the complete brush head off of the shaft Fasten the brush head with the braided wire elements upwards on the workbench screw clamp Th...

Page 30: ...Page 30 of 33 19 02 2015 Weed Brush Turbo Maintenance and repair Braided wire elements Brass screw heads Lever Brush head Fig 4 Brush head and lever ...

Page 31: ...Weed Brush Turbo 19 02 2015 Page 31 of 33 5 3 Maintenance and repair verifications Executed maintenance tasks Date Signature Comments executed tasks Maintenance and repair ...

Page 32: ...and measures cited for fault correction contact your specialist dealer Fault Possible cause Measures The motor does not start up Fuel control lever is not in Choke position Place the fuel control lever in the Choke position Spark plug connector is pulled off Fit on the spark plug connector No fuel in the tank Fill with fuel Gas cock is closed Open gas cock Sometimes the bristles do not move Bowden...

Page 33: ...e is changed without our approval this declaration loses its validity Designation Weed Brush Turbo Types FWB A01 Manufacturer Company 4F Maschinentechnik GmbH Address Am Gasspeicher 6 49453 Rehden Agreement is declared with the following additional directives that apply for the machine Electromagnetic Compatibility 2004 108 EC Harmonised standards applied DIN EN ISO 12100 Other national technical ...

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