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1. INTRODUCTION This instruction contains basic informations of usage and terms of use mini digger SpringerMAX. Proper maintenance and the correct way to use the machine condition the safe and reliable operation. The procedures described in this manual are the optimal methods of working with the machine and perform maintenance.
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Description of signs used in instruction: Warns that failure to follow instructions may result in serious injury, possibly death and/or destruction of equipment. Warns that failure to follow instructions will result in serious injury and / or equipment damage. Symbol draws attention to important informations. MACHINE FEATURES 2.1.
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PIC.2.1 General construction Steering levers Rubber track chassis Engine Rotatable body Seat Support Jib (Boom) Bucket – changable equipment Hydraulic pump Overweight (removable equipment) 2.2. Technical data Engine Gasoline Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 10 HP 19L2 Engine power 10 HP Battery 12 V, 24 Ah with electrolyte Hydraulic pump...
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Important: Detailed information about drive unit located in the Briggs&Stratton engine manual.
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2.5. Name plate PIC. 2.3 NAME PLATE 1.Name plate Contains information such as: - CE marking - The name and address of the manufacturer - Machines model - Serial number - Year of production - Weight of machine...
3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The mini diggers user duties are knowledge of and compliance with applicable laws, therefore, included safety instructions are only recommendations. • The operator must be healthy and be at least 18 years of age. • Mini digger must be maintained in good condition. •...
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If someone is in the area of machine operation the operator must keep extra care. The operator can operate the machine only when you see this person, or if this person comprehensible signals to the operator, where it is located Warning: Do not sit or stand on the machine on site suitable for this operator which would prevent safe operation of the machine.
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Warning: When starting the engine from the battery of the other machine, do not allow the machine to touch. It could damage the electrical system of one of the machines. Warning: Do not start the machine with the starter battery, in which: •...
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Description of the marks on the machine Warns that before using, the operator must read the instruction manual. Warns against hot surfaces nearby engine and hydraulic pump. Symbol draws attention to take special care in time staying close to working mini digger. Symbol informs about the location where the hydraulic oil drain valve is located.
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4. STEERING ELEMENTS Warning: Do not start the mini digger before reading the exact location and function of all controls PIC.4.1 STEERING ELEMENTS Left track steering lever Right track steering lever Support position steering lever Arm position and rotation steering lever Jib position and bucket work steering lever...
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Left track steering ( A, Pic.4.1) 1 - forward – in order to move track forward, push steering lever forward (A, Pic.4.1) N - neutral – track stops (the lever returns to this position automatically) 2 - backward – in order to move track backwards push steering lever backwards (A, Pic.4.1) Right track steering ( B, Rys.4.1) 1 - forward –...
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Caution! It is forbidden turning in opposite movement of the two tracks, doing so may cause damage to the mini digger. Support position steering ( C, Pic.4.1) 1 – support lowering N – neutral position – support stops (the lever returns to that position automatically) 2 –...
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Jib position steering ( E, Pic.4.1) N - neutral position (jib and bucket stay in neutral position) 1 - jib lowering 2 - jib lifting 3 – bucket closing 4 – bucket opening 5. USAGE 5.1. Before working Warning: Do not adapting these rules may result an accident, serious injury or death. - Before starting the mini digger familiar with the contents of this manual.
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5.2Starting and shutting down the machine Mini digger can be started by pulling a starting rope or by a starter with key located next to the engine. Before starting, unlock the fuel / ignition lever. To turn off the machine lock the fuel / ignition lever. RYS.5.1 SILNIK Rope pulling holder Fuel/ignitation lever...
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PIC.5.2 KEY STARTER Marking of the direction of starting Important: For further information on the power unit, refer to the Briggs&Stratton engine manual. 5.2. Driving When driving on flat ground, set back attachments and lift it off the ground to avoid knocked out of the terrain elements.
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5.3. Stopping To park the machine choose flat terrain 1. Set steering levers in neutral position 2. Lower the bucket to the ground, keeping the bottom of the bucket parallel to the ground 5.4. Parking Important To park the machine choose flat terrain. If you can not avoid parking on a slope, under each of the tracks to put a block of wood and push the bucket teeth into the ground.
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Caution: 1. Do not use the work of inertia driving machine. 2. Do not dig, do not push the bucket teeth into the ground using the inertia of the driving machine. This can overload the back of the machine and damage the drive track.
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Warning: When the machine is on the platform do not pull any levers except the drive lever 6. Load the machine on a vehicle properly and ensure its secured 7. Turn off the engine. 8. After loading, put blocks under tracks and attached machine using transport belts 5.8.
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RYS.5.2 BUCKET CHANGING Bucket – removable equipment Hydraulic cylinder Pins with protection Hydraulic quick connect nipple 6. SERVICE Warning: A person who does not apply to the safety instructions and who ignore included warnings, must be sure that its approach work is safe. 6.1.
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Warning: If you need to start working on the machine before it cools, watch for hot liquids and bands machine, which can cause burns. Before working by the machine: 1. Set the machine on a flat, sturdy and level ground. 2.
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PIC.6.1 POINTS OF LUBRICATION AND OIL REPLENISHMENT Hydraulic cylinders and pins lubrication Hydraulic oil replenishment Replenishment and changing of engine oil 6.2. Hydraulic oil replenishment Take care of proper hydraulic oil level. The tank is located under the driver's seat and has got 21 liters of hydraulic oil.
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PIC.6.2 HYDRAULIC OIL REPLENISHMENT Hydraulic oil filler cap Oil tank cap The hydraulic oil level is checked with a bayonet placed under the oil fill cap 6.3. Hydraulic oil changing It is recommended that the oil and oil filter were changed once a year, assuming that the machine is working 8 hours a day.
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All points where parts are in move must be properly lubricated. Below there is exepmplary lubrication point, All these points are equipped with grease nipples. It is required to lubricate every time before working. PIC.6.4 POINT OF LUBRICATION Grease nipple 6.5.
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Warning: Do not use the mini digger when her tracks are too much or too little strained. Doing so may destroy them. Tracks tension should be checked every time before working In case of too low tracks tension it is necessary to adjust it by using the adjustment screws on both sides of the mini digger.
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PIC.6.7 BRASS PINS Brass pins Warning: When knockig out the brass pins, there can break the metal debris and injured eyes. Always wear goggles, helmet and gloves 6.8. Hydraulic oli tank valve The hydraulic oil tank is equipped with shut-off valve. The valve is used when operating the hydraulic pump and preventing oil spills after disconnecting the hydraulic hose.
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PIC.6.8 TANK VALVE Hydraulic oil tank valve Warning : During operation, the valve should always be in the open position, otherwise it may cause damage to the hydraulic pump. The valve should be closed only during the work-related hydraulic pump and while transportng the machine 6.9.
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Battery is mounted next to gasoline engine, under the operators seat. The replacement should begin with the disconnection of the black (-) mass lead. Then disconnect the positive (+) cable in red. Loosen the wing screws and remove the retaining plate. After this, you can remove the used battery. Install the new battery in reverse order, paying particular attention to its secure mounting.
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6.10. Machine maintenance table Regular maintenance Each time After first 5 3 months 6 months hours of or 50 or 100 months using hours hours or 300 hours Hydraulic oil Check level X(1) Change Engine oil Check level Change Pins Check Screws and Check/...
PIC.6.9 THROTTLING VALVE Throttling valve Loosen the lock nut To throttle the pressure, turn the valve to the right 7. SPARE PARTS When ordering spare parts, always state the information on the name plate of the machine or enter the symbol of the part.
WARRANTY CARD 1. Warranty for smooth operation of the device is granted for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. Warranty does not cover consumable parts subject to normal use (replace parts). 2. The manufacturer provides free repair, in case of under warranty against manufacturing defects. 3.
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Declaration of conformity WE For the purposes of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II, 1.A Producer: PHU ELGO-PLUS Przemysłowa 1, 87-880 Brześć Kujawski POLAND A person domiciled or resident in the community authorized to compile the technical file: Owner Andrzej Zieliński...
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