Eliet C550 ZR, Manual

Page 1: ...C550 ZR COLLECTOR M A N U A L...

Page 2: ...gether with this booklet Register your purchase online at www eliet eu ELIET Copyright 2019 ELIET All rights reserved The texts images and other information in this manual are protected by copyright a...

Page 3: ...chine into the text boxes Type number Engine Serial number Year of Manufacture 2 Warranty 2 1 Registration of your machine In order to be able to make a warranty claim you will need to register your m...

Page 4: ...updated and improved as such we reserve the right that the specifications of your machine may differ slightly in terms of shape technology and accessories The descriptions and technical data in this...

Page 5: ...ety instructions 15 7 3 2 Careful and proper use 15 7 3 3 Responsibilities of the operator 16 7 3 4 Personal Protective Equipment PPE 17 7 3 5 Danger zone 17 7 3 6 Periodic maintenance 18 8 Dealer s r...

Page 6: ...ing up the engine s oil level 39 11 4 3 Cleaning the air filter 40 11 4 4 Checking and setting the depth control 40 11 4 5 Checking the belt tension 41 11 5 Maintenance after 20 hours of operation 45...

Page 7: ...ht dangers 5 1 For your information For your information This symbol is used to draw your attention to specific in formation and or actions or it is used to indicate where you can find additional info...

Page 8: ...o use for a better understanding of the descriptions provided in this operating manual 6 1 Overall view 1 Engine 2 Large protective cover for belt drives 3 Stepless height control knobs 4 Running whee...

Page 9: ...er 100 mm diameter 5 Wheel scrapers roller scraper 6 Double CutTM Blades 7 Blade holder 8 Discharge jack 150 mm diameter 1 Dead man s lever blade drive discharge system 2 Traction handle traction roll...

Page 10: ...machine is always in perfect condition You can contact the latter for original ELIET replacement parts and lubricants at any time These machine parts are manufactured according to the same strict rule...

Page 11: ...h 7 Safety instructions 7 1 Safety messages The safety messages are clearly indicated on the machine with stickers or relief pictograms Please take note of the symbols and warning messages displayed 1...

Page 12: ...is in operation This pictogram warns of danger for projectile material This is a serious hazard that occurs if the inspection hatch is opened on a machine with rotating blades The maintenance hatch mu...

Page 13: ...scharge zone In the event of contact with the hands there is a risk of hands getting caught and slicing injuries may result Keep hands away from this zone On the discharge side material is of course d...

Page 14: ...the discharge jack the belt drive for the reduction gearbox and the chain drive between the reduction gearbox and the traction roller This prevents undesira ble contact with these drive components Def...

Page 15: ...ce from the dealer or another professional when purchasing the machine Read and observe all safety messages indicated on the machine in the form of text or picto grams read 7 1 page 11 Always observe...

Page 16: ...unning the machine without actively using it Avoid spilling petrol while refuelling Service the engine regularly in order to maintain optimum combustion 7 3 3 Responsibilities of the operator All pers...

Page 17: ...nd the machine with both hands on the handlebar Never allow bystanders within the danger zone a circle of 10 m around the machine while working The blades rotate in the opposite direction to the direc...

Page 18: ...machine has a specific spot where this can be fitted If parts require replacement due to wear or failure always contact your ELIET dealer and request original ELIET re placement parts This is importan...

Page 19: ...ed immediately after delivery Before opening the packaging check that the information on the label affixed to the box cor responds to what is stated on the delivery slip and to what was ordered In the...

Page 20: ...in the inner cavity of the second handlebar support Caution In doing so make sure that the cable guides are not pinched between the handlebar tube and the handlebar support Again the handlebar tube mu...

Page 21: ...ll safety features work perfectly Every ELIET dealer warrants the long life span of ELIET machines They will lubricate the hinges before delivering the machine to the client Important information for...

Page 22: ...at the blades are not bent If necessary straighten the blades again Check that the belt tension is adequate read 11 4 5 page 41 If not adjust it read 11 4 5 page 41 Check whether the depth has been se...

Page 23: ...lades deeper To reduce the depth setting of the blades turn the adjustment screws anti clockwise Turn each adjustment screw equally so that the depth on each side of the machine is set evenly The size...

Page 24: ...verified prior to starting the work Examine the work area and remove any foreign objects from the lawn Foreign objects include among other things metal stone plastic pvc bones rope but also molehills...

Page 25: ...ngine by firmly pulling the starter cord Once the engine is running set the choke to Open This prevents the engine from getting flooded If you forget to do this the engine will slow down and start pro...

Page 26: ...blades will continue to spin Do not perform any maintenance work before they have come to a standstill Warning The inspection hatch and the belt protection cover offer protection against rotating part...

Page 27: ...e By turning this lever anti clockwi se you can release the position lock of the valve Set the desired position of the valve and turn the lever back clockwise to lock the valve in this position Cautio...

Page 28: ...front of the machine When dethatching the second lane the left front wheel should be driven just 5 cm past the verge of the material in the first lane Make sure that there is a small overlap between s...

Page 29: ...to the first If you notice during the dethatching that the material is not picked up by the machine comes out under the roller and is rolled at the bottom of the working area this may indicate that th...

Page 30: ...ck for damage Any defects must be repaired before resuming operation 9 7 Stopping the engine 9 7 1 Petrol engine To stop the engine switch the throttle or turn the knob into the OFF position If the ma...

Page 31: ...the drives The bushings must be cleaned of sand and dirt that has become stuck in the lubricating grease Reapply lubricating grease after wiping the bushings read 11 3 page 38 Remove dirt from the ch...

Page 32: ...sis 9 10 1 The engine fails to start after idle periods If the machine fails to start up after periods of inactivity then this could be the result of any of the following causes a Lack of petrol b Pet...

Page 33: ...ng steps to restart the machine in any of the cases below a Lack of petrol If you fail to monitor the petrol level and do not notice that the tank is running empty the ma chine may suddenly switch off...

Page 34: ...of the aforementioned checks identifies the cause the problem could be more technical in nature A defect in the engine or a problem with the carburettor could be the issue For assistance with these pr...

Page 35: ...move or transport the machine During transport children unauthorised people or animals must not be allowed within a 3 m radius of the machine Carefully choose a clear and free transport path preferabl...

Page 36: ...your information Machine breakage or defects resulting from incompetent operation are excluded from the warranty conditions Make sure the machine is securely tied down to the vehicle during transport...

Page 37: ...manufactured according to the same strict quality requirements and craftsmanship as the original equipment For a list of original spare parts and their ordering codes please visit www eliet eu Mainten...

Page 38: ...aintenance Change the oil General lubrication treatment Check and adjust the belt tension Lubricate chains and chain wheels adjust if necessary c Maintenance after every 150 hours of operation Change...

Page 39: ...re near you at www eliet eu 11 4 2 Checking and topping up the engine s oil level If the oil level in the engine drops below a certain level the engine will automatically switch off At that point the...

Page 40: ...or As a precaution cover it with a clean piece of paper Sponge filters can be cleaned by rinsing them with some petrol and blowing them with com pressed air Paper filters are cleaned by dusting them d...

Page 41: ...ensioned between the two belt pulleys Please note As the reduction gearbox has a large gear ratio the force required to drive the belt pulley is rather limited As the input axle of the reduction gearb...

Page 42: ...e spanner size 10 Turn the nut above the support anti clockwise so that the end sleeve does not protrude as far through the holder spanner size 10 In the meantime check the belt tension Once the belt...

Page 43: ...not released from the driving belt pulley This can be altered by adjusting the belt catcher The belt catcher see picture is fixed with two M6 attachment bolts It is pos sible to adjust at each of the...

Page 44: ...ntly tensioned In order to tighten this belt it is possible to adjust on the tensioner Loosen the attachment bolt on the tensioner holder Now press the tensioner down with a force of 7 kg so that the...

Page 45: ...ent time for the oil to settle in the crank case Place the dipstick in the filler opening without fastening it After pulling it out again the oil at tached to the dipstick should reach the maximum mar...

Page 46: ...tion As applies to all maintenance work the engine must be turned off Remove the spark plug cap Utility gloves are essential a Lubricating bearings Bearings that are used under dusty circumstances ben...

Page 47: ...to each other Because this is a turning point it involves friction Friction without lubrication leads to wear excessive play and finally to breakage Some of these items require specific attention 1 Hi...

Page 48: ...ts core In order to reach the freewheel bearing the large protective cover must be removed read 15 1 page 56 The lubrication nipple is fitted at the end of the drive axle for the chain drive to the tr...

Page 49: ...ed air into the highest end of the cable so that the penetrating oil is forced out and the dirt in the guide is removed Wipe off any dirt that comes out of the guide on the underside Leave the machine...

Page 50: ...e 56 11 5 8 Tightening the chains Caution Chain tightening must be done with the engine switched off Remove the spark plug cover as a precaution Caution Always wear suitable clothing for performing th...

Page 51: ...he machine will be less efficient and the manufacturer recommends replacing them remaining blade length 20 mm To disassemble the blades the machine needs to be placed on the supplied EasycleanTM clean...

Page 52: ...uniform operation of the machine across the entire width If a bent blade is detected a pair of pliers can be used to straighten it so that it is aligned again with the other blades Please note Wearin...

Page 53: ...3 page 23 Remove the spark plug read 11 5 2 page 45 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...

Page 54: ...h Handlebar Floating Blade Fixed interlinear 15 mm Double Cut TM blades number thickness 66 1 5 mm Permanently Sharp BladesTM yes Depth adjustment front stepless Wheels rubber alu 200 mm double ball b...

Page 55: ...machine Based upon this know ledge the necessary steps have been taken in line with Machine Directive 2006 42 EEC in order to ensure full operator safety when the machine is used correctly The value o...

Page 56: ...cover that protects the belt drive of the blades the belt drive for the discharge jack the belt drive for the reduction gearbox and the chain drive between the reduc tion gearbox and the traction roll...

Page 57: ...the holes line up with the bolts Once all the bolts are screwed in they can be tightened To attach the cover without vibrations make sure that the rubber strips are placed on the edges of the cover w...

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Page 59: ...onths 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 detai...

Page 60: ...IET 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 t...

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