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Minor 4S

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Page 1: ...1 Minor 4S M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...s may cause serious consequential damage to your new machine and the operator is at risk of injuries or even death ELIET cannot be held liable for any consequences of this negligence and it also voids any related warranty claim ELIET Copyright 2012 ELIET All rights reserved All textual material drawings illustrations diagrams graphs etc included in this ELIET booklet are protected by copy right an...

Page 3: ...0 2 Warranty 2 1 Warranty card Whoever wishes to avail of the guarantee must register his machine online www elietmachines com Customer Support Register If you do not have an internet connection available you can also returned the completed registration card to ELIET EUROPE NV Diesveldstraat 2 B 8553 Otegem Belgium Tel 32 56 77 70 88 Fax 32 56 77 52 13 Read the warranty conditions on the attached ...

Page 4: ...tinually being updated and improved and therefore the specifications of your machine may differ slightly in terms of shape technology and accessories The descriptions and technical data in this manual are accurate at the time of printing Certain illustrations and descriptions may not apply to your specific machine but instead relate to a different version of the machine For this reason discrepanci...

Page 5: ... 1 Safety messages 11 7 2 Safety features 13 7 3 Safety instructions 14 7 3 1 General safety instructions 14 7 3 2 Careful and proper use 15 7 3 3 Operator s responsibilities 15 7 3 4 Personal protective equipment PPE 15 7 3 5 Danger zone 16 7 3 6 Periodic maintenance 17 7 3 7 Guidelines related to the electric machines 17 8 Dealer s duties 18 9 Operating instructions 20 9 1 Preliminary checks 20 ...

Page 6: ... 35 11 4 2 Engine oil level check 35 11 4 3 Cleaning the air filter 36 11 4 4 Sharpening the blades 36 11 4 5 Checking the belt tension 39 11 5 Maintenance after 20 hours of operation 40 11 5 1 Changing the oil 40 11 5 2 Checking and or changing the spark plug 40 11 5 3 Changing the air filter 41 11 5 4 General lubrication treatment 41 11 5 5 Adjusting belt tension 42 11 5 6 Reversing and changing...

Page 7: ...al information and highlight dangers 5 1 For your information For your information This symbol is used to draw your attention to specific information and or actions or to indicate where you can find additional information on the subject 5 2 Caution Caution This symbol suggests safe practices The purpose is to prevent incorrect opera tion that could result in personal injury or damage to the machin...

Page 8: ...hat you take the time to study the machine prior to its use for a better understanding of the descriptions provided in this operating manual 6 1 Overall view 1 Emergency stop bar 2 Inlet funnel 3 Handlebar 4 Protective cover for driving mechanism 5 Balance base 6 Blow chute 7 Deflector valve 8 Turbine 9 Safety switches 10 Auxiliary tools 11 Anti projection shield 12 Shredding chamber with blade ax...

Page 9: ...lug 2 Exhaust 3 Silencer 4 Air filter 8 Petrol tank Petrol cap Speed control 8 Kickback starter 9 Starter handle 10 Choke 11 Fuel tap 12 Fuel supply 13 Carburettor 14 Engine axis 15 Oil dipstick and oil filler cap 16 Oil drainage plug 17 Engine serial number 18 Engine name label 19 Ignition lock engine 380 V ELECTRO ENGINE PROPELLING POWER ...

Page 10: ...dvice ensuring your ELIET machine is always in perfect condition You can contact him for original ELIET parts and lubricants at any time These service parts are manufactured according to the same strict rules and craftsmanship as the original equipment Find a dealer near you at www eliet eu Caution For your own safety only genuine parts should be mounted on ELIET machines For a list of original sp...

Page 11: ...ing belt It indicates the potential danger arising when the cover is removed while the engine is running The machine may never be operated without the cover The engine must be switched off before removing the cover at all times This sticker is glued to the side of the machine It provides a summary of the general safety regulations by using icons 1 The manual should be read and understood before op...

Page 12: ...ng maintenance on the machine This sticker is glued in the feed opening It stresses the danger of cuts to hands inherent to wood chipping It reminds the user how to safely operate the chipper It is imperative never to reach beyond the safety shield This sticker is glued to the safety shield There is a real danger of cuts and injuries from flying chips when the safety shield is removed This highly ...

Page 13: ... hands beyond this steel plate is strictly prohibited Feed hopper The hopper is mounted on the feed opening pointing towards the operator If despite the warning the user should reach beyond the protective shield the obstruction formed by the hopper prevents easy access to the shredder compartment and makes injuries inflicted by the blades via the feed opening practically impossible Belt protection...

Page 14: ...fety messages indicated on the machine in the form of stickers or icons Under no conditions whatsoever may the original design of the machine be modified without written consent of ELIET EUROPE NV Belgium 7 3 2 Careful and cautious use This machine is designed solely for chipping branches prunings leaves and all kinds of organic garden debris and shall be used for this purpose only As chipping inv...

Page 15: ...nversant with the safety instructions They are fully liable for the use of the machine in regard to themselves and third parties The operator of this machine is assumed mature enough and with enough common sense to make decisions by himself The machine may not be operated by minors However this does not apply to youths over the age of 16 who are learning to operate the machine under the supervisio...

Page 16: ... lungs become irritated as a result we recommend that you wear a dust mask in accordance with directive 89 686 EC 7 3 5 Danger zone Never allow bystanders within the danger zone a circle of 10 m around the machine while working OPERATOR POSITION The best position for feeding green waste into the hopper is at the back of the machine Do not bend over the feed hopper in this way you will remain outsi...

Page 17: ...dstill and ensure that the shredding chamber and turbine are completely empty before performing any action whatsoever Always wear suitable clothing for performing maintenance Use the machine in a manner that respects environmental regulations Avoid running the machine when not actively using it Avoid spilling petrol while refuelling Service the engine regularly for optimum combustion 7 3 7 Guideli...

Page 18: ...k an electrician to replace the plug or socket Never remove a plug by pulling on the cord this runs the risk of a short circuit It is forbidden to operate the machine during rainy weather Never expose the machine to water ingress Warning Using an inappropriate extension cord gauge length or plug quality may lead to serious damage to the machine Such damage will cancel any claims on the warranty Wa...

Page 19: ...E BLADE BOLTS MUST BE RE TIGHTENED AFTER THE FIRST 5 OPERATING HOURS TORQUE 25 Nm Failure to do this may cause serious injury and even lead to death In addition to damaging the machine it also voids the warranty See the list with tightening torques in the appendix ELIET machines are packaged in accordance with common rules for proper transportation Deliveries are always ex factory Consequently ELI...

Page 20: ...the front of the machine This must first be turned before the machine may be operated The way in which this blow chute must be turned is described in appendix B1 The dealer will set the belt tension according to the details in the maintenance section of the instruction booklet 11 5 5 Belt tension adjustment Every Eliet dealer is co responsible for a long life span of Eliet machines He shall lubric...

Page 21: ...soiled if necessary read 11 4 3 Cleaning the air filter 5 Check that the cover plate at the back of the machine is attached correctly 6 Check that the belt tension is correct if necessary read 11 4 5 Checking belt tension If it is not it must be adjusted if necessary read 11 5 5 Belt tension adjustment 7 Prior to starting to work the operator must check that all the protective covers are in place ...

Page 22: ... Keep a distance of at least 10 m from the selected work area Doing so will avoid creating a fire hazard Clean the area around the fuel cap and remove it Do not fill the tank completely Fill up to approximately 10 mm from the brim Never fill it up to the brim Always use a funnel or a spout for refuelling Special funnels are available from your ELIET dealer Put the cap back on the fuel tank as quic...

Page 23: ...he motor The blades are never discon nected Therefore the machine becomes dangerous as soon as the engine starts running In any situation that could lead to loss of control over the operation the engine must be switched off immediately How to quickly switch off the machine 1 pressing the emergency stop bracket backwards will stop the engine 2 the engine can also be switched off with the stop switc...

Page 24: ...ngine put the handle or turn the switch into the ON position Set the choke handle to Close Open full throttle represented by the image of a hare Slightly pull the starter handle until you feel some resistance then give a brisk pull Allow the starter chord to recoil back Once the engine is running set the choke handle to Open This prevents the engine from getting too much fuel Failure to reopen the...

Page 25: ...E EMERGENCY STOP BRACKET BACKWARDS ENGINE OFF To stop the engine switch the throttle or turn the knob into the OFF position The machine can also be stopped by pushing the emergency stop bracket backwards If the machine is equipped with a fuel tap close it Caution As long as the engine has come to a full stop after turning it off the blades will continue to turn Do not perform any maintenance work ...

Page 26: ...hile transporting green waste The engine should not be started before having arrived at the work site Ensure the power supply cable is routed so that it does not hinder the feeding of wood to be chipped This could cause the operator to stumble Never run a petrol engine in a closed environment doing so involves a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning from the exhaust 9 6 2 While working Caution While f...

Page 27: ...ned If it does not as a result of an electrical defect the operator immediately must turn off the engine manually and refrain from using the machine until it has been repaired If the shredding chamber gets clogged up switch off the machine to remove the blockage Make sure to wait for the blades to come to a complete standstill before carrying out any operation on the machine 9 6 3 After the engine...

Page 28: ...from the shredding chamber Reinstall the cover plate and check that it is done properly 6 In the event that a wood chip is blocking the impeller in the turbine the turbine must be cleared For the exact procedure see Appendix B1 Clearing the turbine 7 In the event of blockage of the blow chute the chute must be disassembled to be able to clear it See Appendix B2 Disassembling the blow chute 8 Perfo...

Page 29: ...er Under no circumstances should the upwards slope exceed 25 Never drive or place the machine on a surface that cannot support the weight of the machine and the operator for your information assume a net weight of 92 kg for the machine When ascending a slope the blade axis must be placed at the front When descending a slope the blade axis must be placed at the back Never use the machine for transp...

Page 30: ...English 30 over backwards otherwise Ensure that the vehicle trailer is not overloaded The chipper has a net weight of approximately 92 kg ...

Page 31: ...ese service parts are manufactured according to the same strict quality requirements and craftsmanship as the original equipment You can always consult the list of original replacement parts and their ordering codes at www eliet eu Perform maintenance in a room intended for this purpose The area must meet the following criteria Spacious Dust free Easily accessible Clean and tidy Well lit Quiet The...

Page 32: ...nce of the blades Once mounted on the blade shaft the blades will settle into position after a short break in period This can cause the tension on the bolts to decrease with the risk of the blades becoming dislodged in between the blade plates This can cause irrevocable fatigue failure of the blade shaft and must be prevented by scheduling extra maintenance after a brief running in period WHEN Wit...

Page 33: ...ne see 11 4 1 Visual check Checking the engine s oil level see 11 4 2 Oil level check Cleaning the air filter see 11 4 3 Cleaning the air filter Check the machine for signs of abnormal wear or fractures Check that the bolts are securely tightened blades wheels bearings engine etc Sharpening the blades See 11 4 4 Sharpening the blades Belt tension check See 11 4 5 Checking the belt tension Cleaning...

Page 34: ...uced engine cooling Increased risk of short circuits Reduced performance Illegibility of safety stickers Not noticing defects or wear at an early stage Fire risk REMARK Failure to perform the daily clean up will result in loss of warranty Warning Any suboptimal performance of the machine can compromise the operator s safety Warning Wood residue chippings and fine dust can accumulate under the cove...

Page 35: ... be undertaken immediately Ask your authorised ELIET dealer to carry out repairs find an authorised ELIET dealer near you www eliet eu Cleaning the machine involves more than just cleaning the outside Open all protective covers so that you can also clean the inside of your machine The following points require special attention Dirt chippings wood residue dust sand sticky leaves etc accumulated ins...

Page 36: ...are done Safeguards are there to protect you 11 4 Routine check prior to any operation 11 4 1 Visual check Check that no parts have been deformed that welded seams are not cracked and that parts are not excessively loose If problems are found carry out the necessary repairs first Check that the machine is running at the correct rpm 3 200 rpm An rpm counter can be obtained from your ELIET dealer Ne...

Page 37: ...t the machine has toppled over for some reason check the air filter immediately The unusual position of the engine may have caused oil to seep from the crankcase via the carburettor onto the air filter Oil on the filter paper obstructs the air passage Soiled filters must be replaced immediately 11 4 4 Sharpening the blades Sharp chipping blades will provide optimum performance and maximum operatin...

Page 38: ...ng the bevelled side Ensure that the cut retains its original angle The top of the blade suffers most during chipping Grind it as little as possible to avoid weakening Correct and timely sharpening of the chipping blades will extend blade life For your information As soon as the top of the cutting edge becomes dull the blades are used up and have to be replaced or reversed A blade has two sides Th...

Page 39: ...rinding a blunt angle 4 or an interrupted cutting angle 5 the blades will be slowed by the wood resulting in a loss of capacity Too sharp a cutting angle 6 7 will lead to a weakened cutting edge and conse quently to a considerably shorter blade life Never grind the rear side of a blade On RESIST 6TM blades the profiling is on the rear If you grind away the teeth the blade will lose a great deal of...

Page 40: ...lied force ap proximately 7 5 kg it should not move more than 1 cm In that case the tension is sufficient Put the rubber cap back in place after checking the belt tension If the belt tension proves to be too loose or too tight it must be adjusted A loose drive belt will bang against the protective cover Because a new belt will expand somewhat during the first period of operation it is recommen ded...

Page 41: ...led oil after filling For an accurate dipstick reading of the oil level allow sufficient time for the oil to settle in the crankcase Place the dipstick in the filler opening without fastening it After pulling it out again the oil attached to the dipstick should reach the maximum mark If not more oil must be added Warning Oil shortage causes severe engine damage 11 5 2 Checking and or changing the ...

Page 42: ...ilter This procedure is exactly the same as for cleaning the air filter see 11 4 3 Cleaning the air filter New suitable air filters are available from your ELIET dealer or an authorised service centre of the relevant engine brand 11 5 4 General lubrication treatment ELIET is committed to using high quality materials that extend a machine s life cycle despite the sometimes extreme work circumstance...

Page 43: ...n the safety bracket the hinge on the base and the hinge on the deflector valve of the blow chute Start by spraying some penetrating oil into the hinges Leave it to work for a few minutes Wipe away old lubricant with a cloth or paper tissue Once the hinges have been cleaned spray them with Novatio White Supreme Grease All of the lubricants mentioned are available from your ELIET dealer for the dea...

Page 44: ... lock nut The two belt pulleys can now be lined up by screwing back the bolt at the front of the engine The pulleys are aligned if a slat held against the pulleys touches the four indicated points see illustration CORRECT TENSION CORRECT ALIGNMENT LONG LIFE CYCLE OF THE BELT Once the correct tension and alignment have been achieved the engine can be locked by tightening the bolts M8 2 x ring spann...

Page 45: ...on the right hand disc The blade from the right hand disc is rotated 180 and placed into the vacated hole in the left hand disc This procedure is repea ted until all the blades from zone A have been exchanged One all the blades from zone A have been reversed check again that the bevelled edges point towards the centre of the shredding chamber not towards the wall plate If this is not the case then...

Page 46: ...with with a stripping knife Tightly fasten the bolts after refitting the chipping blades It is recommended to check the bolts for correct tightness before refitting the cover plate Always make sure to refit the bolts in the blade holders so that the nuts are on the tightening side The direction of rotation of the blade shaft thus automatically protects them from coming loose The next time you star...

Page 47: ...g see 11 5 2 Checking and or replacing the spark plug 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 To avoid rust on the machine touch up all chipped areas or treat them with anti rust grease Original paints enamels in the appropriate colours are available from your ELIET dealer Allow the engine to...

Page 48: ... blades reversible 3 double steel blade discs Chipping technology Eliet chopping principleTM Number of chopping motions min 30 000 Feed opening 190 x 250mm Feed height 930 mm Discharge height 1 100 mm Wheels Ø x W material air tires 4 00 x 4 Working dimensions LxWxH 1 510 x 490 x 1 160 mm Transmission V belt Gates Guard Power XPA 1600 Chassis steel plate 2 5 3 mm Sound power Lw A 110 dB A Weight 9...

Page 49: ...e machine Based upon this know ledge the necessary steps have been taken in line with Machine Directive 2006 42 EC in order to ensure full operator safety at correct use of the machine The value of the measured sound power and the guaranteed sound power were obtained by ap plying the procedures described in European Directive 2000 14 EC Annex III B 50 and regula tions from EN 13683 Measured sound ...

Page 50: ...English 50 Appendices B1 Turning blow chute 1 4x M6 10 2 3 4 4x M6 10 ok ...

Page 51: ... of the machine by removing the star screw Open the small cover of the belt protector on the right of the machine Place the sleeve of the auxiliary tool over the end of the axle in the hole of the belt cap and turn the impeller until it can move freely Remove any chips causing the blockage from the turbine Caution Always remove the auxiliary tool from the axle and return it to its original positio...

Page 52: ...blow chute can be disassembled Turn off the engine Loosen the four bolts from the blow chute 1 Remove the blow chute by sliding it upwards remove any blockage 2 Accurately reassemble all the parts and securely tighten the bolts Caution Do not start the machine before all the parts have been reassembled into their original position ...

Page 53: ...10 49 72 M12 85 125 M14 135 200 M16 210 310 M18 300 430 M20 425 610 M22 580 820 M24 730 1050 M27 1100 1550 M30 1450 2100 Fine thread M8 x 1 27 39 M10 x 1 25 52 76 M12 x 1 5 89 130 M14 x 1 5 145 215 M16 x 1 5 225 330 M18 x 1 5 340 485 M20 x 1 5 475 680 M22 x 1 5 630 900 M24 x 2 800 1150 M27 x 2 1150 1650 M30 x 2 1650 2350 with friction factor μ 0 14 ...

Page 54: ...ft on opening the chipping chamber Cuts to hands when disassembling the blade shaft Cuts due to the blade shaft falling after being disassembled Strangulation or constriction due to loose clothing getting caught in moving parts Injuries caused by the machine tipping due to unsafe transport Risk of fire due to chippings and wood residue blocking the air ducts Air passages and the lungs are prone to...

Page 55: ...tion for rental use After twelve 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 details on the website www eliet eu If you do not have access to the Internet please complete the attached registration card and return it to ELIET II The warranty does no...

Page 56: ...ce 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 Step 7 The defective part will be examined by ELIET s technical department prior to approving or rejecting the warranty ELIET reserves the right to unilaterally decide whether or not the customer has complied with all the conditions applicable to the ...

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