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Table of Contents 

 

Table of Contents 

PART I: General Safety Rules

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PART II: Familiar with Your Trencher .............................................................................................. 7

 

PART III: Operating the Trencher ..................................................................................................... 9

 

PART IV: Maintaining Your Trencher ............................................................................................. 15

 

PART V: Troubleshooting and Parts List ........................................................................................ 17

 

 

 

Conventions used in this manual 

 

 

 

WARNING 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or 

serious injury.

 

 

 

 

CAUTION 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or 
moderate injury. 

 

 

 

NOTICE 

This  information  is  important  in  proper  using  of  your  machine.  Failure  to  follow  this 

instruction could result in damage to your machine or property. 

 

 

 

Additional Information and Potential Changes 

 

We reserve the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time 

without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications 

contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this 

manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your machine.

Summary of Contents for GF450

Page 1: ...Distribution Limited Petrol Trencher Operator s Manual GF450 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE...

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Page 3: ...y occasionally use this email address to make you aware of news technical advice and special offers If you do not wish to receive such emails please tick this box Unit 10 Hatchmoor Industrial Estate H...

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Page 5: ...Month 100hrs 6th Month 300hrs Yearly Grease Main Bearing Check Level X Fasteners Tension Check X Clean Machine Clean X Inspect Clutch Check Adjust X 2 Drive Belt Check Adjust X Replace X 2 All Other...

Page 6: ...________________ Purchase Date ____________________________ Date Description of checks work carried out Parts Used Y N Parts Invoice Number Dealers Name Engineers Name Engineers Signature Please note...

Page 7: ...________________ Purchase Date ____________________________ Date Description of checks work carried out Parts Used Y N Parts Invoice Number Dealers Name Engineers Name Engineers Signature Please note...

Page 8: ...uation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE This information is important in proper using of your machine Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to y...

Page 9: ...Part I General Safety Rules 2 PART I General Safety Rules Safety Labels May Be Found on Your Unit...

Page 10: ...and instructions in this manual and on the trencher If you have not read and understand the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the trencher you are not qualified to operate this trencher...

Page 11: ...rts operating with high energy You must operate the machine safely Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you as well as anyone else in the nearby area Always take the following precautio...

Page 12: ...ignite or explode Reinstall the fuel tank cap and fuel container cap securely E If you spill gasoline do not attempt to start the engine Move the machine away from the area of the spill and avoid cre...

Page 13: ...down then inspect for damage Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Check damaged parts and clean repair and or replace as necessary H Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operati...

Page 14: ...ar with Your Trencher 7 PART II Familiar with Your Trencher It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of the Trencher If you have any question please contact the dealers...

Page 15: ...h power to trench through the toughest soils however because of its small size low horse power and trench capacity it is limited in what it is capable of doing The job site soil conditions job specifi...

Page 16: ...or warnings listed in PART I General Safety Rules before operating the TRENCHER If any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this manual please con...

Page 17: ...e 47 to the lower handle 49 secure them with bolt 48 and angle arm 53 tightly c Plug shift arm 39 to the right place as figure shows and hold them with bolt 41 and spring 39 then secure another side o...

Page 18: ...ing properly before using Start the engine following the procedures 1 Make sure the fuel shut off valve is in the ON position 2 Move the choke control lever to the CHOKE position should only be needed...

Page 19: ...or experience will dictate actual trenching action and speed A general description on how to trench 1 With the engine running and at an idle and the depth control in the depth 0 apply downward pressur...

Page 20: ...ke out the muds or anything which stuck the chain then restart the engine and start digging again Operator Safety WARNING A All the rack and pinion should be greased before every use B Always wear the...

Page 21: ...NG A Be sure that the area is clear of potential hazards such as pipes rocks or other materials that could possibly entangle itself around the digging chain or cause unstable footing before using the...

Page 22: ...it away from the spark plug Disconnect the Battery Terminals Electric start only C Stop engine before removing fuel cap D Use only genuine replacement parts of the engine manufacturer Regular Mainten...

Page 23: ...e life of your machine with normal use Transportation and Storing NOTICE A Always shut off the fuel valve and engine B Always allow the engine to cool C Store trencher and fuel where fuel vapors canno...

Page 24: ...the plug and reinsert it The engine lacks power or is not running smoothly Please refer to the engine user manual for engine specific procedures Check that the Throttle Lever is in the Run position I...

Page 25: ...ew and Parts List 1 Chain System Ref No Description Ref No Description 1 main frame 8 gear cap 2 chain axle plate 9 chain spacer 3 chain lock 10 6204 bearing 4 cotter pin 11 front gear 5 blade 12 M20...

Page 26: ...main frame 22 taper bearing flange spacer 2 chain axle plate 23 taper bearing upper part 15 ridge 24 taper bearing base 16 ridge spacer 25 70 seal 17 back gear 26 72 outer circlip 18 gear axle 27 tape...

Page 27: ...oting and Parts List 20 3 Drive System Ref No Description Ref No Description 1 main frame 34 pulley 28 gear wheel 35 5 5 keyway 30 drive chain 36 pulley axle 31 clutch 37 bearing 32 belt 38 bearing co...

Page 28: ...Parts List 21 4 Depth Control System Ref No Description Ref No Description 1 main frame 41 M8 bolt 2 chain axle plate 42 shift deck 4 cotter pin 43 pin 39 shift handle 44 shift rod 40 shift handle spr...

Page 29: ...22 5 Main Frame Ref No Description Ref No Description 1 main frame 49 lower handle 4 cotter pin 50 20 washer 45 handle cover 51 wheel 46 throttle cable 52 butter bean 47 upper handle 53 angle arm 48...

Page 30: ...and Parts List 23 6 Ratchet Assembly Ref No Description Ref No Description 4 cotter pin 59 M10 nut 7 M20 bolt 60 halt frame 55 M12 bolt 61 spring 56 M12 nut 62 M10 nut 57 ratchet wheel 63 M10 bolt 58...

Page 31: ...handle 15 ridge 50 20 washer 16 ridge spacer 51 wheel 17 back gear 52 butter bean 18 gear axle 53 angle arm 19 8 7 keyway 54 Handle of flameout switch 20 8 7 keyway 55 M12 bolt 21 35 outer circlip 56...

Page 32: ...Estate Hatherleigh Okehampton Devon EX20 3LP www lumag gb co uk 01837 811741 Lumag Distribution Limited Company Number 09267547 VAT Number GB154566788 Hatherleigh Plant and Tool Hire is a trading nam...

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