Foreword Thank you very much that you have just purchased our product, the stump cutter F450, E, H. Our company has been engaged in production of these machines for many years and we have gained considerable experiences on this field. Quality of our machines is proven in 20 countries of Europe and Asia we export to.
Contents Foreword Contents Product Identification Work Safety Instructions Utilisation General Description Work Safety Symbols Transport of Product Lifting of Product Product Handling upon Delivery Precautions Controls Before Operation Transport, Handling and Storage Noise and Vibrations Checks before Putting Machine into Operation Putting into Operation, Cutting Emergency Situations Technical Parameters...
Product Identification Our product is identified with a serial number stamped both on the type plate and on the chassis. Further on the combustion engine installed on our machine is identified with a separate type plate. Upon take-over of the product we recommend you to fill required data in the following form concerning the given product and your dealer.
Work Safety Instructions Utilisation This machine is designed for cutting of a stump, i.e. its above-ground part and in a max. depth of 20 cm under the ground level. This machine cannot be used for cutting of dozy stumps which could be released and pulled out under the blades. Avoid any cutting if there can be stones, metallic objects etc.
Work Safety Symbols This article introduces work safety symbols (pictographs) used on the machine. Under the figure there is its position on the machine. These work safety symbols warn the operator against risks connected with the machine use. Your respect to their meaning is a precondition for your work safety.
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Start the machine Warning! Fuel is Warning! Hot Warning! Rotating Lashing points. with the switch flammable! Keep parts of the part. Hit and pull- key only. Do not open fire away! exhaust manifold. in hazard. short circuit the contacts.
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Warning! Do not Warning! Lower Warning! The Warning! Rejected Warning! Do not Warning! Close all step into the extremities injury cutting head is objects hazard. Keep interfere in V-belt guards before operating space of hazard. running out. away. gearing. starting the the machine while machine.
Transport of Product This product is delivered completely mounted and attached to a wooden pallet. While handling use a lift truck or lifting means. While lifting the machine up you may use a crane (suspension in the given lashing points only). The manufacturer delivers the machine shrink-wrapped.
While unloading put the product always on a flat and firm bottom. It is not allowed to put it on a labile base. Do not put any objects or tools on the machine. Lifting of Product For lifting it is possible to use a crane (clamp) with suspension at the given lashing points marked with chain symbols.
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Keep the given intervals for checks of bolted joints. Always after work clean all parts of the machine. Any servicing can be done only if the machine was put out of operation, the switch key was pulled out of the ignition box and the battery was disconnected. Keep all parts clean, especially cooling ducts of the engine and parts related to the fuel tank.
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Fig. 1 - Front brace - the brace end, if lifted, serves as a guide for the clamp Fig. 2 - Transport brace - the point for the clamp suspension Handling of Product upon Delivery Upon delivery unload the machine from the transport pallet as follows: Set the front brace downward and lock it.
The stump cutter, type F 450H, is delivered with a hydraulic driving unit. While unloading proceed as follows: Check up the locking pins in the bottom position (see chap. "Travel of Machine"). Both pins must be in the locked position. Fill the fuel tank with petrol (approx.
The combustion engine drives the cutting head. Under the lower grip there is the "dead man lever" installed which must be pushed down while working. Caution !!! This machine can be started if this control lever is not pushed down. Having turned off the cutting operation the turning head is braked by the engine while running out (models F450 and F450E).
1. ignition box 2. dead man lever 3. button of electromagnetic clutch for cutting head drive 4. operating grip 5. brake 6. choke lever 7. accelerator lever 8. travel control lever 9. pin of grip position setting 10. case for operating manual etc. Control panel - F 450H...
Before Operation Before the first putting into operation check up the machine for accidental damages and completeness after its transport and storage. Check wrapping for oily spots, if any, check oil charge level. In case of any damage contact your dealer or an authorised service. For replacement use always original spare parts only.
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Dipstick Air filter Fuel tank Hydraulic oil buffer tank Engine oil filler Fuel filter After a short start make sure if the fuel filter is filled with the fuel. You should see a darker fuel level in the filter body. If the fuel level is under 3/4 filter volume crank the engine with its switch key once more.
Transport, Handling and Storage This machine is not designed for motion on public roads. It can be transported only on a such trailer which is designed for this purpose. After loading fix the machine properly on the loading surface. For loading or unloading use suitable lifting means with min. carrying capacity of 250 kg.
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The modification F450E is equipped with the electric travel gear for easier handling off roads. If you decide to make use of this travel gear, proceed as follows: Lock the pawl of both wheels, i.e. turn it in the locking position. Let the switch key in the "0"...
Remove any spilled oil and clean all oily spots properly. Tilt the front and rear brace to avoid the machine rollover around the axle. Always put the machine aside on a flat and solid flooring and block against unwilling motion. Do not put any objects or tools on the machine.
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Oil level in buffer tank Bleeder screw of hydro-axle Oil filler of differential gear Oil gauge glass of differential gear Never start the machine with removed guards. It is not allowed to carry out any technical changes on the machine. It is not allowed to start the machine with spilled oil on its parts.
Direct rejected wood chips out of possible motion of other persons. Putting into Operation, Cutting Do not start the machine in closed or ill-ventilated spaces and under conditions of low visibility. Transport the machine onto the working site with the engine off. The stump cutter is designed for cutting of stumps with max.
The stump cutter consists of the chassis (1) with two travel wheels (3). On the chassis there is the driving unit (4). The cutting head (8) with the blades (11, 12), overlapping the head periphery, is mounted on the front part of the chassis (1). The cutting head is driven by the driving unit (4) and controlled also by means of the grip (16) and the safety lever (16a) on the edge of the chassis.
ENGINE Type: Kohler Command, double-cylinder, four- stroke, air-cooled Valve control: Power output: 18 HP (13,4 kW) at 3600 rpm Max. torque: 41 Nm at 2500 rpm Operating speed: 1750 rpm Displacement: 624 cm Lubrication: forced Engine oil: SAE 10 W-30, 10W-40 Oil charge: 1,9 l Oil filter:...
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Check up the electric fuse - in case of F40E. Check up the oil charge and keep regular intervals for oil exchange - in case of F40H. Check up hydraulic oil hoses for wear. Oil change The first oil change after 250 working hours and next changes every 100 hrs. Change the oil always when the engine is turned off and the oil is still warm.
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Remove the pre-cleaner carefully from the paper element and clean it in warm water with non-foamy detergent. Rinse the element with water, press the water out and dry it up. Put the cleaned element into the body, tighten up the nut and fit the cap again. In case of heavy fouling check up the element more frequently.
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Parking brake Check the brake-lining wear and setting of the brake mechanism. In case of a higher travel of the hand lever tighten up the brake wire by means of tightening bolts. Chassis Check regularly all bolted joints, wear and air pressure of tyres. Keep all parts of the machine clean - clean them according to the actual impurity grade by means of the pressure air.
Blades Change When changing the blades proceed as follows: Loosen the bolts (10) Remove used blades and fit new ones Tighten up the bolts Use torque wrench - torque value of 105 Nm Use always original spare parts and the LASKI bolts (10) only At this change proceed carefully and avoid any accident Secure the machine with braces against possible rollover Auxiliaries...
Troubleshooting Failures Cause Remedy Engine does not start Low engine oil level Fill up oil Discharged battery Recharge battery Broken lead Check up wiring SERVICE No plug sparking Clean spark plug Fouled filter Change element Lack of fuel Refill fuel Model F450E Machine does not travel Broken fuse...
Waste Disposal Any waste materials resulting from the machine operation should be disposed in accordance with laws and regulations valid in the given country. Protect nature and water resources against used oil and filter elements. Any parts of machine should be disposed in accordance with laws and regulations valid in the given country.
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Description of work and changed parts Technician's signature...
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