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Spare parts for repair will be either new or equivalent to new. RETURN POLICY FOR LAVINA® X MACHINES The Lavina® X machines may be returned, subject to Warranty period shall be 2 years from the time of the following terms:...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 Contents LAVINA® LB36G-S T .5.2) ..18 OVER XPLODED LAVINA® LB36G-S P .5.3) LANETARY RIVE XPLODED WARRANTY AND RETURNS ..........3 LAVINA® LB36G-S B COVER AND T ..18 OTTOM OLDER .5.4) ............. 18 XPLODED 1.
PARTS 10.5 LAVINA® B36G-S ....40 TRANSMISSION BELT PARTS 10.6 LAVINA® B36G-S T ......41 OVER PARTS 10.8 LAVINA® B36G-GTS CONTROL BOARD PARTS ..42 10.9 LAVINA® B36G-S BASE ENGINE PLATE ASSEMBLY PARTS 10.10 LAVINA® B36G-S E ....... 43 NGINE PARTS...
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION Lavina® LB36G-S (Fig. 1.1) is three head wet and dry machine for polishing and buffing smooth surfaces. For bigger efficiency the tools are working on high revolutions and full contact with the treated surface. The walking speed of the operator also influences the polishing result.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The temperature range for operating the Lavina® LB36G-S machine outdoors is between 41°F and 86°F or 5°C and 30°C. Never use the Lavina® S machine during rain or snow when working outdoors. When working indoors, always operate the machine in well-...
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Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 VIBRATIONS The vibrations of the machine are within the limits of EU directives and standarts when Lavina® LB36G-S is operated with the recommended tools and in normal conditions. NOISE EMISSIONS Noise emissions are within the limits of EU directives and standarts when Lavina® LB36G-S is operated with the recommended tools and in normal conditions.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 a few parts per million, which is much less than the exposure PROPANE SAFETY limit of 1000 parts per million. Propane is a flammable gas whose vapors are heavier than If you smell propane while operating a propane floor care air.
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0 to 1000 are adequate for OPERATING MACHINE checking ambient air (air in the breathing zone of the When operating the Lavina® LB36G-S, make certain that operator). Instruments capable of testing carbon monoxide there is no one, but you around the machine. ...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 2000 ppm and should be certified by the manufacturer for during filling can be less than, equal to, or slightly more that purpose. than 20 lbs. Use only UL, CTC/DOT listed cylinders. ...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 as vented propane gas will seek a lower level since it is The propane cylinders are sturdily constructed but a series heavier than air and could find its way into the basement of of hard jolts could cause damage.
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Figure 3.5 STORAGE Always store and transport the LAVINA®LB36G-S machine in a dry place. Never transport the LAVINA® LB36G-S machine unprotected; it may be damaged if transported unprotected during rain or snow. When, during the storage of the machine, the temperature may fall down to or less 32F (or 0...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 4. OPERATION PRELIMINARY CONTROLS Inspect the working area as explained in the safety instructions. For wet use, fill in the water tank and check that the tool is mounted according the instructions. Ensure the vacuum bag is placed correctly and has been emptied.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 THE CONTROL BOARD 1 Start/Stop Engine switch Turn key fully to Rpm engine rpm tools the right (make contact) to start the engine, 2000 1630 fully to the left to stop the engine...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 VACUUM CLEANER BAG Figure 4.6 Figure 4.7 Figure 4.7.1 The vacuum bag is on the back side of the machine under the propane tank. To access it, turn the red key to either side and pull back the cover (Fig.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 OPERATING THE MACHINE After the engine is started, let it work on-site for 30 seconds. Then feed it to reach working speed. Lower the working head to the floor while the machine is moving slowly forward.
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CHECK DAILY After operating the Lavina® B36G-S machine, the operator should conduct a visual inspection of the machine during cleaning the whole machine. Pay attention to loose bolt or screws. Any defect should be solved immediately. Check vaccum cleaner bag daily.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 WATER LEAKS Replace any leaking parts immediately as the water could damage your machine ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Electrical schemes with Kawasaki Engine ELECTRICAL SYSTEM GT Electrical schemes with Kawasaki Engine and digital fuel control system...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 FUEL-MINDER USER MANUAL The SM40 Fuel-Minder is a high-performance, digital fuel control system featuring closed loop feedback, fuel lock-off capability, emissions safety warnings with shutdown, and an LCD screen for user interface. The system is highly responsive to changes in engine load, providing optimum the air-to-fuel ratio regardless of operating conditions.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 Air Filter Oil Change + Filter Spark Plugs Seal Replacements Chain Inspections Belt Inspections Tooling Inspections Each item has individual alerts at different hour intervals, and the Fuel-Minder will start alerting the user of upcoming maintenance within 3 hours of when it is due.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 Options Menu Navigation and Use Options Menu To enter the options menu, simply scroll until Options Menu is displayed on the screen, then press SELECT. The first option displayed by default is Add Password. Use the + or – buttons to scroll and view other options. To exit the options menu, scroll until you see EXIT OPTIONS, then press SELECT.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 ENGINE When troubles occur, be sure to check the simple causes which may at first seem too obvious to be considered. For example, a starting problem could be caused by fuel starvation due to an empty propane cylinder or an unopened service valve. If you do not check for this, starter burnout could result.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.3 DISMOUNTING/MOUNTING THE FRONT COVER Unscrew the lifting eye bolt (Fig. 7.3.1), the four screws (Fig. 7.3.2) and the two side screws (Fig. 7.3.3). Pull back the front cover (Fig. 7.3.4) and open the clamp holding the two cables and water hose with a flat-head screwdriver (Fig. 7.3.5). Unscrew one of the hose clamps and take it out of the tube (Fig.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.4 DISMOUNTING/MOUNTING THE ENGINE Please note that the propane cylinder has to be removed and stored outside before any maintenance or reparation is done. Disconnect the connector of the battery (Fig. 7.4.1). Pull out the Propane hose (Fig. 7.4.2), the connectors of the lamp (Fig.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 Reassemble as shown. (Fig. 7.4.9.1), Tension the belt with bolt (1) on (fig. 7.4.9.1). The belt tension can be tested with a OPTIKRIK II or manually by pushing with a force of 7.5 kg or 13 lbs in point A, the deflection of the existing belt must be 18,8 mm or + 0.74 Inch.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.6 TENSIONING AND REPLACING THE FAN BELT Take out the vacuum cleaner bag (Fig. 7.6.1). Unscrew the fastening screws of the back cover and lay it hang down (Fig. 7.6.2) (Fig. 7.6.3). Unscrew the fastening screws of the two back spoilers (Fig. 7.6.4) , and remove the spoilers.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.8 MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING TOOL HOLDERS TO CHANGE V-RINGS Unscrew the nut in the center of the tool (Fig.7.8.1). Unscrew the four bolts of the central part (Fig.7.8.2) (Fig.7.8.3) (Fig.7.8.4) and take out the tool holder with the elastic element and the tin holder.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.9 TENSIONING AND REPLACING THE PLANETARY BELT To replace/tension the planetary belt, first follow section 7.3 to dismount the cover. Take off the vacuum hose (Fig.7.9.1). Unscrew the seven bolts attaching the top cover assembly (Fig.7.9.2).
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.11 MOUNTING AND TENSIONING A NEW PLANETARY BELT Loosen the two bolts of the tensioning device (Fig.7.10.1). Make 2 marks on the dismounted (untensioned) belt exactly 10 cm apart from one another (Fig.7.11.1).
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.12 CHECKING THE TENSION OF THE MAIN BELT Figure 7.12.1 Figure 7.12.2 Dismantle the front cover as per. 7.3. Measure the tension at point A (Fig.7.12.2). The belt tension can be tested manually by pushing with a force of 7.5 kg or 13 lbs at point A, the deflection of a used belt must be 18,8 mm or + 0.74 Inch.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.14 CHECKING THE TENSION OF THE TRANSMISSION BELT The belt tension can be tested with a Frequency tension Tester Optibelt 3 TT or manually by pushing with a force of 4,8 kg or 10,6 lbs at point A.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.15 REPLACING THE PULLEY UNITS Figure 7.15.1 Figure 7.15.2 Figure 7.15.3 Figure 7.15.4 Figure 7.15.5 Figure 7.15.6 Figure 7.15.7 Figure 7.15.8 Figure 7.15.9 Figure 7.15.11 Figure 7.15.10 Figure 7.15.12 Dismounting the driving pulley: take the top screw out to release the bushing (Fig.7.15.1), push the bushing together with the washer up (Fig.7.15.2), push washer down of the bushing (Fig.7.15.3)., take bushing out (Fig.7.15.4), push key out...
Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 7.16 MOUNTING THE BELT Shown is the schematic of the belt on the pulleys (Fig.7.16.1). To dismount/mount the belt, place in position and tension according the section on tensioning the belt. Figure 7.16.1 8.
Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 10. SPARE PARTS ASSEMBLY AND PARTS SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 LAVINA® B36G-S GENERAL PARTS Model Item No. Description Pcs. LB36G-S L36GS-10.00.00 Main Head LB36G-S L36GS-20.00.00 Carriage LB36G-S L36GS-30.00.00 Front spoiler LB36G-S W2502 Propane Tank LB36G-S L36GS-80.00.00...
Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – LAVINA® LB36G-S 5/2018 ** for machines after serial No 1711LB36GS3020 *** for machines after serial No 1803LB36GS2706 10.8 LAVINA® B36G-GTS CONTROL BOARD PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. W1330 Clutch Switch Complete Monitor GT-EM40 Assembly GT-440 Start/Stop Switch...
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