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11.3.2 What does cleaning entail?
Check the entire machine when cleaning it and subject it to a thorough inspection if required.
Check that no parts have been deformed, that welded seams are not cracked and that parts are
not excessively loose.
Important points include:
• Blade shaft welding seams
• Bolts for blade attachment
• Blade shaft retaining bolt
• Turbine welding seams
• Anti-projection flaps in feed hopper
• The engine should be clear of dust and dirt. The cooling fins in particular as well as the area
around the exhaust must be clean. The area around the fuel cap must be kept clean to avoid
dirt entering the fuel tank.
• The bushings must be cleaned of sand and dirt that has become stuck in the lubricating
grease. Reapply lubricating grease after wiping the bushings.
Any necessary replacement and/or repair works must be undertaken immediately. Visit your
authorised ELIET dealer to have them carried out (find an authorised ELIET dealer near you on
www.eliet.eu
).
Cleaning the machine means 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 inside the machine
must be removed. Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove this dirt.
• Fibre strands that have wrapped themselves around the blade shaft should be removed to
prevent them from damaging the bearing seals of the engine.
• Remove all accumulated sticky dirt inside the chipping chamber.
• Remove all accumulated sticky dirt inside the turbine and the blow chute.
Caution:
Always wear gloves when performing maintenance. You will be near the blades
when cleaning the chipping chamber and the turbine. The blades are razor-
sharp and therefore represent a real risk of cutting injuries. Take care and try to
avoid all contact.
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