Summary of Contents for TrenchBadger Pro 12
- Page 1 Owner’s Manual ® TrenchBadger PRO series English Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. © 2016 TrenchBadger, Inc. — All Rights Reserved. Ver R.5...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CONTENTS ................2 FUELING ................14 INTRODUCTION................. 3 Oxygenated Gasoline ..........14 Dear customer, ..............3 Alkylate Gasoline ............14 SAFETY AWARENESS ..............4 Fuel Mixture ............... 14 A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY ........... 4 Filling the Tank ............14 SYMBOLS ................ -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Dear customer, Congratulations on your selected TrenchBadger product! We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest handheld trenchers/bed cutters on the market. TrenchBadger is the first to bring a hand held, stand-up ergonomic trencher/bed cutter to the outdoor power equipment consumers for both the lawn and garden and building and construction industry, with safety and quality as our highest priority. -
Page 4: Safety Awareness
SAFETY AWARENESS SAFETY AWARENESS Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to A FEW WORDS ABOUT potential safety concerns, SAFETY machine damage as well as helpful operating and servicing information. PLEASE READ Your safety, and the safety of others, is very ALL THE INFORMATION important. -
Page 5: The Operator's Manual
SAFETY AWARENESS THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL Your operator’s manual is for your protection. WARNING: Muffler surfaces are very READ IT. Keep it in a safe place for reference. hot during and after operation of the Know what you are doing before you begin trencher/bed cutter, keep all body assembly of the unit. -
Page 6: Important Message To Employers
SAFETY AWARENESS • Major cases of trencher/bed cutter accidents IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO happen when the blade or thrown objects hits the EMPLOYERS operator. While working with the trencher/bed cutter, always use safety protective approved clothing. The use of protective clothing does not As an employer, you have a special responsibility to eliminate injury risks, but reduces the injury effects the people who work for you. -
Page 7: Fuel Handling
SAFETY AWARENESS • Never place the trencher/bed cutter in a FUEL HANDLING combustible area such as dry leaves, straw, paper, etc. WARNING: The engine exhaust from • Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel this product contains chemicals vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from known to the State of California to water heaters, electric motors or switches,... -
Page 8: Kickout
SAFETY AWARENESS • Do not cut near electric cables. First Aid Kit Always have a first aid kit nearby. WARNING: Call you local utilities before you dig. Find the local 811 call center in the U.S. Machine Safety Equipment This section describes the machine′s safety equipment, •... -
Page 9: Throttle Lockout
SAFETY AWARENESS Throttle Lockout Stop Switch The throttle lockout is designed to prevent Use the stop switch to switch off the engine. accidental operation of the throttle control. When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (B). When you release the handle the throttle control and the throttle lockout both move back to their original positions. -
Page 10: Centrifugal Clutch
SAFETY AWARENESS Centrifugal Clutch Your equipment is fitted with a centrifugal clutch that engages and disengages the engine from the attachment and blades based on throttle. When throttle is applied, the clutch is engaged and rotational power is transferred to the blades. When the throttle is released, the clutch begins to disengage and remove power transfer to the blades. -
Page 11: Assembly
ASSEMBLY PRODUCT AND COMPONENT VIEWS Accessories and Layouts Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5... - Page 12 ASSEMBLY Stop Line Figure 5 1-2. Supplied Tools 12. Throttle Lever 21. Bolt and Washer (2x) 3. Harness 13. Throttle Trigger Lockout 22. Blade Arbor Washer (2x) 4-5. Handle and Mounting Screws 14. Half-throttle Button 23. Blade Nut RH (LH thread) 6.
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Page 13: Product Assembly
ASSEMBLY PRODUCT ASSEMBLY Assembly of the V-Trench Blades WARNING: Always stop the engine Tools needed: Inside Blade Wrench; Outside Nut before doing any work on the Wrench. trench/bed cutter. The attachment continues to rotate even after the Remove and clean all debris/dirt on blade throttle has been released. -
Page 14: Operation
OPERATION condensed out of humid air or be a contaminant in FUELING the fuel system, including tank. The use of oxygenated gasoline may cause the occurrence of vapor-lock easier. Alkylate Gasoline CAUTION: Alkylate fuels have A different Do Not Smoke! density than normal fuel. -
Page 15: Starting The Engine
OPERATION Pull the starter cord to start the engine. BASIC OPERATOR TIPS Once the machine is started, warm up the machine for few seconds, without touching the Wear non-slip gloves for maximum grip and throttle lever. The machine could need more protection. -
Page 16: General Working Instructions
OPERATION Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as GENERAL WORKING dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, INSTRUCTIONS etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc. WARNING: This section describes Make sure you can move and stand safely. -
Page 17: Working Techniques
OPERATION WORKING TECHNIQUES WARNING: Watch out for thrown objects. Always wear approved eye protection. Never lean over the cutting attachment guard. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury. Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches. Never swing the machine around without first checking behind you to make sure no-one is within the safety zone. -
Page 18: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always wear protective gloves during maintenance operations. Do not carry out maintenance with the engine hot. WARNING: Don’t try to force the screws outside the range! WARNING: Never repair damaged cutting attachments by welding, straightening or modifying the shape. This may cause parts of the cutting WARNING: Don’t modify the tool to come off and result in serious... -
Page 19: Fuel Filter
MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTER STARTER UNIT WARNING: The coil spring is under tension and could fly apart causing serious injuries. Never try to disassemble or modify it. ENGINE Clean the cylinder fins with compressed air or a brush periodically. Dangerous overheating of engine may occur due to impurities on the cylinder. -
Page 20: Muffler
MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CONTINUAL MAINTENANCE ADVISABLE WARNING: This muffler is fitted with It is advisable to inspect the machine by a specialized a catalytic converter needed for the technician at an authorized service network at the end engine to be in compliance with the of season, if used intensively, and every two years if emissions requirements. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting Chart WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit. When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem or if you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your Servicing Dealer. - Page 22 TROUBLESHOOTING speed screw “T” counterclockwise to decrease speed; see Operation- Carburetor Adjustment. 1. Replace if necessary – Contact Cutting attachment running incorrectly Gearbox damaged. and with high vibration Gearbox assembled incorrectly a Servicing Dealer 2. Reassemble the Gearbox to Blade(s) assembled incorrectly Engine Pole with care 3.
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Page 23: Storage
GENERAL STORAGE WARNING: Stop engine and allow to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open fl ames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Store unit with all guards in place. Position so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury to passersby.
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