Caravaggi Ario 100 F, Use And Maintenance Instruction Manual

Page 1: ... MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Ario 100 120 PLEASE READ THROUGH THIS HANDBOOK BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE Caravaggi Srl Via Monte Adamello 20 25037 Pontoglio BS ITALY TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS ...

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Page 3: ...IALS Warning Wear a hard hat hearing protectors and protective glasses or goggles Warning Wear protective gloves Warning Wear safety shoes Warning Wear clothes that are suitable for work on machines with moving parts ...

Page 4: ...efore carrying out any maintenance Warning Switch off the engine before carrying out any maintenance Hazard Projection of splinters Keep to a safety distance from loading and unloading equipment Hazard Keep arms well away from moving parts ...

Page 5: ...way from cutting elements STOP Hazard Make sure the blades have stopped completely before approaching Caution Only one person must operate the machine Caution Do not use petrol engines in closed environments Risk of intoxication ...

Page 6: ...Caution Machine lifting point ...

Page 7: ...t available for future reference up until the machine is dismantled It must always be kept available for consultation in a safe dry place If this handbook gets lost or damaged a replacement copy can be obtained from the manufacturer specifying the serial number the type and year of construction which are marked on the rating plate affixed to the lawn aerator Chapter 5 The manufacturer reserves the...

Page 8: ...3 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MAIN PARTS 1 Drawbar 2 Discharge 3 Depth adjustment 4 Rear fixed wheels 5 Petrol engine 6 Front revolving wheel Fig 1 Fig 2 2 1 6 4 3 5 ...

Page 9: ...ll the instructions contained in this handbook and understand them properly The operator must make sure that no persons or animals are within the operating range of the machine when it is running The Ario 100 120 by Caravaggi is designed to aerate lawns and gardens The machine is not suitable for use in the presence of large stones and rocks Contact the manufacturer or an authorised dealer if you ...

Page 10: ...d accordingly In particular it is necessary to verify that there are no dents or signs of impact or deformation there are no damp areas or signs indicating that the packaging has been exposed to atmospheric agents there are no signs of tampering Electric motor or engine operated machines are equipped with two wheels for transporting over short distances All the machines can be lifted and transport...

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Page 12: ...isible position Fig 7 In all communications to the manufacturer state the serial number marked on the rating plate 25037 PONTOGLIO BS VIA M ADAMELLO 20 TEL 030 7470464 FAX 030 7470004 ITALY Fig 7 Version HP kW Power supply ARIO 100 F M 6 5 4 8 Petrol ARIO 120 F M 6 5 4 8 Petrol ...

Page 13: ...6 1 Operating range and overall dimensions Model W L H Ario 100 1270 1020 1970 590 Ario 120 1470 1020 1970 590 Weight kg 120 LWA MAX dB 104 Fig 8 ...

Page 14: ...owing the recommendations contained in this handbook it is important to follow the general safety and accident prevention rules Before using the machine the operator must be fully acquainted with its features devices controls and functions Before setting to work make sure the shredding blades are properly secured If they look damaged they need to be sharpened or replaced Mount the blades as instru...

Page 15: ...e job or in case of need Do not wear items of clothing that are likely to get caught up in the mechanism such as long wide sleeves belts and necklaces Hearing protectors and protective goggles must always be worn when operating the machine The aerator must not be left unattended while the engine is running Do not place any tools or other objects on the machine as they could damage it or injure the...

Page 16: ...indows and doors are open because the exhaust gas is highly toxic Avoid smoking and lighting flames when filling with petrol Always fill the fuel tank in an open area with the engine switched off Remember that petrol is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions Fuel must be stored in suitable canisters Never place anything on the engine as it could catch fire Never remove the fuel ta...

Page 17: ...y Check that there is oil and fuel in the tank Fill if necessary Put the selector at position I Start fig 9 Grasp the starting knob fig 10 11 and pull the cord without force until you feel the resistance caused by compression release the knob and then give a sharp tug to start the engine Before beginning work let the engine idle for about 1 minute then take it to maximum revs using accelerator lev...

Page 18: ... Fig 12 Grasp the handle and push the machine along the direction of work at a regular pace keeping the control lever pressed so as to obtain optimal results Release the control lever whenever you wish to stop the motor or on an emergency Fig 13 Drawbar eye Depth adjusting lever ...

Page 19: ...bearing guard and the bearing supports from the machine casing pull out the rotor from the casing Unscrew the locking ring nut and pull out the blades and spacers taking care to take note of the position of the spacers in between the blades Replace the blades and remount the spacers on the hexagonal shaft taking care to place them back in the same position Retighten the locking ring nut and the be...

Page 20: ...cers taking care to take not of the position of the spacers in between the blades Replace the blades and remount the spacers on the blade holding rod taking care to place them back in the same position remount the spring pins Remount the guards the transmission belt and the bearings Important When replacing the mobile blades always change the opposing ones as well Fig 15 Mobile blade Spacer Blade ...

Page 21: ... the centrifuge ring Remove the belt guard and the transmission belt Unscrew the end screw of the motor and pull out the centrifuge Remove the snap ring and the pulley guard Dismount the worn ring and replace it with a new one Remount the centrifuge components the belt and the belt guard Fig 17 Belt guard Transmission belt Centrifuge ring End screw Snap ring ...

Page 22: ...he start of each season before each use at the end of each season Motor oil level Screw torque guard and other components Tension and state of wear of the belt Blades Rubber protection Cleaning the machine Bearings and drive shafts ...

Page 23: ...e pulleys have not jammed Check the state of the motor or engine consult the attached handbook The speed falls or runs unevenly Check that the belt is tensioned properly and in good order the pulleys have not jammed Check the blades Check the state of the motor or engine consult the attached handbook Excessive vibration Check the blades Unsatisfactory results Check that the belt is tensioned prope...

Page 24: ...ufficient maintenance accidents or damage caused during transport 4 Consumable items subject to wear and tear such as bearings and belts are not covered by the warranty 5 The distributor seller or dealer is responsible for the settings and set up 6 Repairs maintenance or modifications performed by unauthorised dealers or other persons will immediately render the warranty null and void 7 Routine ma...

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Page 27: ...CARAVAGGI MACCHINE INDUSTRIALI Via Monte Adamello 20 25037 Pontoglio BS ITALY Tel 39 030 7470464 Fax 39 030 7470004 Internet http www caravaggi com e mail info caravaggi com Rev 1 2011 ...