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TL450 PRO 

TL450 PRO HD 

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Summary of Contents for TL450 PRO HD

Page 1: ...TL450 PRO TL450 PRO HD M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...t together with this manual Register your purchase online at www eliet eu ELIET Copyright 2012 ELIET All rights reserved The texts images and other information in this manual are protected by copyright and also by other intellectual property rights Therefore nothing from this manual may be used for commercial or other purposes Certain parts in this manual are also protected by copyright owned by E...

Page 3: ...chine in the text boxes Type number Serial number Year of manufacture 2 Warranty 2 1 Warranty card To be eligible for warranty you must send the completed warranty card to the address stated below within one month from the date of purchase European customers US customers ELIET EUROPE NV ELIET USA Inc Diesveldstraat 2 3361 Stafford Street office B 8553 Otegem 15204 Pittsburgh PA T 32 0 56 77 70 88 ...

Page 4: ...ven if you are thoroughly familiar with operating such equipment it is still advisable to read these pages carefully All ELIET equipment and machines are continually being updated and improved and therefore the specification of your machine may differ slightly in terms of shape technology and acces sories The descriptions and technical data in this manual are accurate at the time of printing Certa...

Page 5: ...11 7 2 Safety features 13 7 3 Safety instructions 15 7 3 1 General safety instructions 15 7 3 2 Careful and proper use 15 7 3 3 Operator s responsibilities 16 7 3 4 Personal protective equipment 16 7 3 5 Danger zone 17 7 3 6 Periodic maintenance 17 8 Dealer s duties 18 9 Operating instructions 19 9 1 Preliminary checks 17 9 1 1 Hitching the TL450 PRO HD to a trailer or van 20 9 1 2 Hitching the TL...

Page 6: ... of operation 32 11 4 1 General lubrication treatment 32 11 4 2 Changing the oil 34 11 4 3 Checking the spark plug 35 11 4 4 Replacing the air filter 35 11 4 5 Belt drive tension 35 12 Storing the machine 37 13 Equipment specifications 38 14 Appendices 39 14 1 Dismantling the turbine protection plate 38 14 2 Changing the blowing direction of the blow chute 39 15 Warranty conditions 40 16 CE Declar...

Page 7: ...rmation and or actions or to indicate where you can find additional information relating to 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 machine 5 3 Warning Warning This notice warns you about extreme danger that you must be aware of in these specific circumstances So for the...

Page 8: ...d range of machine parts and identifies their names We recommend that 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 6 1 1 TL450 PRO 1 360 rotatable blow chute with directional valve 2 Turbine 3 Protective plate 4 Hook with adjustable support leg 5 Engine 6 Suspension eye 7 Support leg 8 Petr...

Page 9: ... with directional valve 2 Turbine 3 Protective plate 4 Cleaning valve 5 Hook 6 Engine 7 Suspension eye 8 Petrol tank 6 1 2 TL450 PRO HD The TL450 PRO HD is available with 4 support systems Stationary carrier frame Trailer Lifting system Carrier frame on ...

Page 10: ...nal ELIET parts and lubricants at any time These service parts are ma nufactured according to the same strict rules and craftsmanship as the original equipment Caution For your own safety only original parts may be mounted on ELIET machines 6 2 Engines 6 2 1 TL450 PRO 23hp 18hp B S Vanguard 9hp Honda GX270 13hp Honda GX390 6 2 1 TL450 PRO HD 14hp Subaru electro start 18hp B S Vanguard electro star...

Page 11: ...vides a summary of the general safety regulations by using icons 1 Before operating the machine the manual should be read and understood 2 Suitable safety clothing gloves safety goggles ear protection should be worn when operating the machine 3 Working with or performing maintenance on the ma chine poses the risk of cuts to hands and feet Be attentive and cautious Art no BQ 505 010 050 This sticke...

Page 12: ...le 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 Art no BQ 505 010 130 This unique sticker contains all machine identification data Year of manufacture Model Type number Serial number Capacity Weight Guaranteed A weighted noise level In addition the sticker bears the information about the manufacture...

Page 13: ...ive plate that shuts once the suction hose is moved away from the turbine Safety contact which switches the engine off once the suction hose is moved away from the turbine An ergonomic handle allows the suction opening of the hose to be operated with ease The support wheel means that the suction opening does not need to be held up The support arm ensures that the suction hose is always held up inc...

Page 14: ...s allows work to take place under the safest possible conditions Warning Never attempt to circumvent or disengage safety devices Safety measures were designed for your safety Before using the machine the operator should check that the safety device works properly Any defects must be repaired prior to using the machine ...

Page 15: ...chine All these instructions are for your own safety Get advice from the dealer or another professional when purchasing the machine Read and observe all safety messages labelled on the machine 7 3 2 Careful and proper use Think about what you are doing at every manoeuvre Do not be tempted to let routine dull your attention Never act impulsively or on reflex Despite the extensive safety features do...

Page 16: ...rning to operate the machine under the supervision of an experienced user This manual must be read before use Children and animals must be kept well away from the machine ELIET advises against lending the machine to others However if this should occur it should only be lent to persons who are familiar with it Always make sure that the user is aware of the potential hazards and ensure that he she r...

Page 17: ...Do not take any risks If someone enters the danger zone immediately disengage the propeller drive Shut off the engine when leaving the machine unattended Once the motor is running the operator should focus all his attention on operating the machine 7 3 6 Periodic maintenance For your information For your own safety and in the interest of extending the life of the machine this machine should underg...

Page 18: ...200 rpm The dealer checks that all safety features work perfectly Every ELIET dealer warrants a long life span of ELIET machines He will lubricate the hinges before delivering the machine to the client Important information for the new owner at the time of delivery The dealer familiarizes the new owner with the machine s operation The dealer informs the new owner of potential dangers The dealer sh...

Page 19: ...vided by the trailer or truck adequately in order to allow the leaves to be collected efficiently 2 A solid wall At least one wall of the trailer or van must be free so that the suction device can be hitched to it The wall its hinges and attachment points must be sturdy enough to safely support the weight of the truck loader Caution If there is a window in this wall that connects the passenger are...

Page 20: ...he wall so that it only has to be moved a short distance b Before anyone takes hold of the machine the people concerned must make sure they will not have to make a turning movement during lifting c First try to estimate the weight to be lifted as accurately as possible d Do not overestimate your own strength the least excessive burden on the spinal column can cause long term damage e Try to keep t...

Page 21: ... before transportation The carrier frame must be lifted manually The lifting belt must first be unhitched from the TL450 PRO HD The carrier frame must then be secured in its raised position with the two pins that were previously turned around The pins can be inserted into the regularly spaced holes that are provided in the guides Ensure that 3 m area around the machine is free from people before l...

Page 22: ... before starting to work with the machine 9 1 3 Checklist Check the total number of hours the machine has operated and compare this to the maintenance table Check that the belt tension TL450 PRO HD is adequate If not adjust it Check that all protection covers are present and properly in place Check that all safety provisions on the machine are still operating properly If the machine is equipped wi...

Page 23: ...approximately 6 13 mm from the brim So never fill it up to the brim 6 Always use a funnel or a spout for refuelling 7 Put the cap back on the tank If any petrol is spilled while refilling then the motor should be immediately cleaned 8 Make sure that clothing does not come into contact with the fuel If this does occur the clothing must be changed immediately 9 It is irresponsible and therefore stri...

Page 24: ...he operator must stay alert while working As long as he is operating the machine his full attention must be on the job Only ever work with the machine if visibility is sufficient There must be adequate light While working if you notice any strange noises then cease operation immediately Disengage the turbine and stop the engine Examine the defect and perform any necessary repairs before continuing...

Page 25: ...h petrol If the choke is not reopened the engine will slow down and start to smoke heavily and eventually come to a stop Restart the engine without opening the choke if this happens The engine s failure to restart could indicate a soaked spark plug which then needs to be replaced To turn off the machine the propeller drive of the TL450 PRO HD must first be switched off This is done by pressing the...

Page 26: ...s therefore advised When sucking up leaves the suction opening must never be fully pressed onto the ground There must always be room for sufficient air to be sucked up The leaves that have been sucked up will be blown into the trailer or truck The expulsion direction can be modified See Appendix Caution Only ever change the expulsion direction when the engine is turned off If the leaves to be clea...

Page 27: ... preferably flat with an even surface The suction hose must be detached entirely and stored separately if the machine is to be transported over long distances The support arm for the suction hose must also be detached and stored The support arm is secured at the base with a quick release pin The engine does not have to be switched off if the machine is to be transported short distances between wor...

Page 28: ...arts These service parts are manufactured according to the same strict quality requirements and craftsmanship as the original equipment For your own safety only original parts should be mounted on ELIET machines Maintenance must always be carried out in an area intended for that purpose This area must meet the following criteria Spacious Well lit Clean and tidy Easily accessible Dust free Quiet Th...

Page 29: ...evel will usually be hard to read immediately Wipe the dipstick with your clean towel and re insert it without fastening it Pull the dipstick out again you will now get an accurate reading of the oil level The oil sticking to the dipstick should be between the minimum and maximum mark 11 3 3 Cleaning the air filter The type of air filter may differ slightly depending on the engine brand and type A...

Page 30: ...ing the rupture but also of rebalancing the propeller itself In order to dismantle the propeller the full front plate of the blower must be detached See Appendix Once the front plate has been removed the propeller can be accessed easily This propeller is mounted directly onto the crankshaft The propeller mounting is hidden behind the hood that is secured with one M8 bolt spanner 13 In order to ens...

Page 31: ...An Allen key 6 can be used to tighten up the two bolts If the belt pulley mounting is sufficiently tight the protective cover can be replaced 11 3 6 Cleaning the machine Failure to clean the machine will induce quicker wear Any suboptimal performance of the machine can compromise the operator s safety Failure to clean the machine can cause 1 increased wear of the bearings 2 increased wear of cover...

Page 32: ... of water should not be overly pointed at bearings protection covers and filler caps Water is the primary reason for rust and must always be avoided ELIET has provided a cleaning valve on the bottom of the machine which enables you to quickly spray the sludge out of the turbine using a water hose To do so simply undo the three bolts under the cleaning valve you can now turn them back and open the ...

Page 33: ...gs that are located in the tension rollers are usually equipped with sealing rings that keep dust out These seals are never perfect In order to extend the machine s life expectancy the user must take particular care here Spray a little penetrating oil on MOS2 basis on the bearings and in particular on the bearing bush seams Leave this to settle Use a duster to remove all dirt that has adhered arou...

Page 34: ...ection reservoir ready before loosening the bolt Check the engine manual to find out the oil capacity of the engine Empty the full contents from the motor Replace the bolt on the drain Wipe away any spilled oil with a clean cloth Refill the engine with fresh 4 stroke oil ELIET recommends a top quality high detergent oil SUNOCO DENALUBE SAE 20W50 API SF CC The oil is filled through the oil filler o...

Page 35: ...ak irregular and off centre sparks indicate that the spark plug must be changed Note engine ignition will only be successful if the safety contact is broken by placing the suction hose on the suction opening and if the switch is set to ON Replace the new or old spark plug with care so as not to damage the screw thread Secure the spark plug with a torque of 20 Nm 11 4 4 Changing the air filter This...

Page 36: ...the engine is clamped when the belt pulleys are aligned The marks we made before loosening the engine can now be used as guides The engine can now be secured In order to check alignment place a straight rod against the belt pulleys and then verify that the pulleys touch two belt pulleys at four points If this is the case the engine can be secured properly If the check is negative the engine must b...

Page 37: ...rage area away from possible rain If necessary cover it with a tarp Always allow the machine to cool down before storage If the machine is stored outdoors it must be properly covered with a tarp Avoid precipitation coming in direct contact with the machine ELIET highly recommends a sheltered storage place Empty the fuel tank This can be done simply by letting the motor run until the machine hits e...

Page 38: ...Turbine diameter 450mm 450mm Turbine noise reduction Yes Yes Cleaning valve Yes No Propeller 5 paddles 6 paddles Propeller diameter 380mm 380mm Orientation of blow chute 360 360 Transmission Direct Belt Suction hose 3 5m 3 5m Dimensions 980 x 790 x 1520mm 1140 x 800 x 1430mm Noise level 112 dB A 105 dB A Weight 125kg 160kg Wheels for transport yes diam 200mm no Options Supplement suction hose yes ...

Page 39: ... runs to the safety contact under neath the suction nozzle does not get jammed or wedged when removing the front plate 14 2 Changing the blowing direction of the blow chute The blowing direction of the blow chute can turn 360 This is done using a simple handle on the blow chute on both versions of the TL450 PRO HD Loosen the handle and place the blow chute in the desired position Do no forget to a...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...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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Page 43: ...achine Based upon this knowledge the necessary steps have been taken in line with Machine Directive 2006 42 EC in order to ensure full operator safety when the machine is used correctly The value of the measured sound power and the guaranteed sound power were obtained by ap plying the procedures described in European Directive 2006 42 EC Appendix III B point 35 and in conformity with the requireme...

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