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Original Original Original Original Original Operating Operating Operating Operating Operating Instructions Instructions Instructions Instructions Instructions Power hoe Farmstar Power hoe Farmstar Power hoe Farmstar Power hoe Farmstar Power hoe Farmstar 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 compact – with Petrol Engine comfort –...
For engine type and number, refer to p3/fig. B/6 Choke or p54/fig. D/6. Please state these ‘data when ordering spare parts to avoid wrong deliveries. Only use original agria spare parts! reverse Specifications, figures, dimensions stated these instructions are not binding. No claims can be derived from them.
Front Support Wheel ....25 4. Commissioning and Figures A and B Operation (Petrol Engine Version) .... 3 Commissioning the Machine Figures C and D (Petrol Engine Version) ....26 (Diesel Engine Version) ..54 agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Maintenance and Repair The trained mechanics of your agria workshop carry out expert maintenance and repair. You should only carr y out major maintenance work and repairs on your...
-26°C app. -15°C app. -20°C app. - 9°C As a last resort, you can add up to 30% of regular petrol to avoid paraffine deposits. However, this has negative effects on consumption rate and performance. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Carry out all steps for starting-up that Bowden cables and electric cables described on page 25 or 28. are routed in such a way that they are not get crushed or damaged. page 24 page 23 agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Careful with rotating tools – keep at a hoe render manufacturer liability null and safe distance! void. Beware of coasting tools. Before you start any maintenance or repair on them, wait until tools have come to a complete stop. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Above all, learn how to turn the engine and turn it off. Have the malfunction off quickly and safely in an emergency. repaired without delay. Ensure that all guards are mounted and positioned to provide protection. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Check nuts and bolts regularly for tight Linkage attachments as specified and fit and re-tighten, if necessary. only couple at specified points. Ensure that you re-install all guards and adjust them properly after maintenance and cleaning. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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1. Safety Instructions Only use original agria spare parts. All Read obser ve enclosed other commercial spare parts must instructions. correspond to quality and technical Before you dispose of opened and requirements specified by agria. seemingly empty pressurised tins (e.g.
With the engine running, keep at a safe distance. Signs When working with the machine, wear individual protective ear plugs. Wear protective gloves. Wear solid shoes. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
........250 g ........630 h ......860…1090 adjustable without tools k ........810 l ........1420 Weight: A ......590…950 compact (petrol engine version) ....63 kg comfort (diesel engine version) ..... 73 kg agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Vibration acceleration value: Starter: on handlebar: ..... a = < 2.5 m/s Soft-pull recoil starter with mechanical in accordance with EN 709 and EN 1033 at decompression facility 85% of rated engine speed with tool at work. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Vibration acceleration value: Fuel tank capacity: ..approx. 2.5 l on handlebar: ..... a = < 7.1 m/s in accordance with EN 709 and EN 1033 at 85% of rated engine speed with tool at work. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
3. Devices and Operating Elements The power hoe agria-Farmstar is a Cooling System motorised unit for turning over the Cooling system is fan-cooled. Therefore ground. Therefore it is most suitable for keep screen at recoil starter and cooling normal use in landscape gardening.
(A/8) down. Do not tie down safety circuit lever. The safety circuit lever also serves emergency shut-off. In an emergency, move the lever to position “STOP” , the lever au- tomatically goes to STOP position. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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To do this, move the lever to the right. Fuel tap The fuel tap (B/13) is on the carburetor. Move the tap to the right to open it. Move the tap to the left to close it. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Activate decompression to start the engine via the recoil starter. To do this, fold down the decompression lever (C/14). As you pull the recoil star ter, the decompression lever will automatically move back into its original position. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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3. Devices and Operating Elements agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Ensure the lever is pulled and locked position. (pawl is locked in place) when you park Re-tighten the tommy nut (5). the machine with the engine stopped, otherwise clutch problems might arise due to corrosion. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Fit the guard discs (6) in the outer Attach the hoeing tools with R-clips hubs of the hoeing tools. (5), pushing the R-clips through the Insert R-clips (5) in hub/shaft holes holes on hub and shaft. to secure the discs. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Fold up the locking pin (5). Remove the locking pin (5). Move the bar (4) either up or down until its holes are aligned with the holes in the leg (3). Replace the locking pin and fold it down. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Fold the beam up into a mesh with notches and tighten the knurled screw. 1 Front support wheel Transport Position 2 Linch pin 3 Knurled screw (clamping screw) Fold the support wheel down and tighten the knob screw. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Before you operate the engine the first time, fill engine and oil bath air filter with oil (see page 34 or 35)! Oil level agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Flick the engine shut-off switch to “I”. Move the speed control lever to a central posi- tion (between idling speed and full throttle). Start engine from a position outside the hazar- dous area. CHOKE to operation position. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Instead, close the fuel tap and operate the engine until it comes to a stop by lack of fuel. This is to ensure the carburetor is empty and to avoid resin deposits. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Before you operate the engine the first time, fill engine and oil bath air filter with oil (see page 39 or 40)! Oil level agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Push decompression lever (D/14) downwards. Start engine from a position outside the danger zone. Decompression automatically goes back into former position. Set speed control lever to centre position (half throttle) and let engine warm up for some time. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
This ensures continued and reliable operation. 1 minute STOP position Set safety circuit lever (C/8) to “STOP”. For shutting off the engine never activate decompression, as this might damage the valves. Secure the machine against unauthorized use. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Warning: Do not clean the hoeing tools while the engine is running. max. 20° (44 %) Turn off the engine and remove the spark plug connector. Only remove jammed objects with a tool, e.g. a wooden stick. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Leave the gearbox engaged (this keeps the machine from rolling off because the gearbox acts like a brake). Pull clutch lever and lock with pawl (A/10 or C/10) (safety circuit switch in “start position”). Restart the engine. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Screw oil filler plug back in and tighten it. Replace the oil filler plug (2) and tighten it. Only change oil while the engine is still warm, but not hot – danger of burns! agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Re-attach the air-filter housing (do not forget the o-ring) and top up engine oil to level mark (refer to technical specifications for engine oil) Re-fit the filter cover and attach it with the wing nut (9Nm). agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Clean the spark plug, replace it and start again. Inspecting the Fuel Supply 3 Fuel drain plug Remove the drain plug and open the fuel tap. Fuel supply will be OK, if fuel runs through the tap. Retighten the drain plug. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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. linkages on carburetor B/2). Use the lateral electrode to make contact with the engine, pull the starter rope and wait for sparking. If there are no sparks, replace the spark plug. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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This measure is necessary, if the engine is permanently operated at altitudes of 1,830 m above sea level and more. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Use a funnel or a tighten it. similar device to fill the oil reservoir. Replace the oil filler plug (2) and tighten it. Only change oil while the engine is still warm, but not hot – danger of burns! agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Fill engine oil into the oil sump (3) (approx. 0.2 l) until it is level with the full marks on the ring inside the oil sump. Ensure the assembly is closed tight. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Bleeding the Fuel System engine. Never open the fuel supply sys- Let engine run for approx.1 minute. tem and injection pump – not even for bleeding. The fuel pump bleeds automatically. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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Always ensure that idling engine speed is adjusted correctly. At low speeds, the engine is supposed to run smoothly, with speed control lever at stop in neutral. For this purpose, contact your professional agria workshop. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Open the filler plug (24) and fill in fresh transmission oil (refer to specifi- cations for quality and quantity) until the oil is level with the inspection hole (see “Transmission oil level“) Replace the plug and tighten it. Attach the panel (1). agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Set the adjustment screw (1) to a play of “A”. Turn screw in to reduce play, turn screw out to increase the play. Then secure the adjustment screw with a lock nut (2). Free play of clutch: A = 5…6 mm agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Petrol engine Petrol engine: Check electric lines and version connections and replace them, if necessary. For this purpose, contact your professional agria workshop. Diesel engine: If necessary, correct STOP- Bowden cable with Bowden cable set screw. Diesel engine version For this purpose, contact your professional agria workshop.
Storage – Remove the carburetor drain plug (3) to drain the petrol into a suitable For longer periods of no operation container or add fuel stabiliser (agria No. proceed as follows: 799 09). a) Clean Thoroughly – Fill the fuel tank, then add stabiliser - observe instructions! Repair paint coat.
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Pull Clutch similar cover. Always park the machine with clutch lever pulled (“0” = pawl locked). Otherwise clutch problems may result due to corrosion. Petrol engine Diesel engine version version agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
6. Troubleshooting Observe safety instructions! Have all serious malfunctions on the machine or engine repaired by your agria workshop. They have the proper tools. Improper repairs can only add to the damage. Problem Possible Cause Remedy Page Petrol Engine: Engine...
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“STOP” Engine - Loose cylinder head or Tighten cylinder head, output damaged gasket exchange gasket too low - Poor compression Have engine checked = For this purpose contact your agria workshop. agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
Electrical Wiring – Petrol Engine Version Safety circuit Circuit 1 Engine 2 Solenoid ignition system 3 Engine shut-off switch (on speed control lever on engine) 5 Switch in safety circuit lever 6 Switch in clutch lever bl blue br brown agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
A = Each time before you take up operation B = After each cleaning K = Checks and service to be executed by operator W = Maintenance to be executed by professional workshop * = after 2 years agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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4 Fuel tank 6 Engine type number 7 Starter handle 8 Cooling-air screen 9 Exhaust with guard 11 Engine oil filling plug and dip stick 12 Engine oil drain plug 14 Decompression lever 15 Engine oil filter agria Power Hoe Farmstar 1600...
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