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  • Page 1 Safety and operation instruction AC 562...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    - FLAIL MOWER MANUAL - CONTENTS USE OF THE MANUAL................pag. 4 NOTICES ON THE MACHINE..............pag. 5 TECHNICAL DATA..................pag. 8 LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION............pag. 9 MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE............pag. 10 CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS............pag. 12 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS.......pag. 14 SAFETY INFORMATION A) GENERAL INSTRUCITONS...............pag.

  • Page 4: Use Of The Manual

    Operating and Safety Instruction FLAIL MOWER MOD. AC 562 FOREWORD This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. agricultural use, for the cutting of shoots, grass and brushwood. Any other use other than that stated, not covered or deducible from this Manual and the enclosed Engine Manual is "PROHIBITED".

  • Page 5: Notices On The Machine

    NOTICES ON THE MACHINE The symbols affixed to the machine serving to warn of danger during its use and maintenance are as follows: THE USER MUST READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL PROVIDED DANGER OF FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN OUTWARDS. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE ENGINE SPARK PLUG.
  • Page 6 DANGER OF CRUSHING. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE DANGER OF INJURY TO BOTH UPPER AND LOWER LIMBS. DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET INSIDE THE CUTTING ELEMENT WHILE IN MOTION DANGER OF GETTING CAUGHT UP IN ROTATING PARTS. DO NOT PUT HANDS IN THE ROTATING PARTS DANGER OF FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN OUTWARDS.
  • Page 7 EAR DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN NEAR THE MACHINE WHEN IN OPERATION.MUFFS MUST BE WORN CAUTION: HOT PARTS. DANGER OF BURNS. FIRE HAZARD The symbols affixed to the machine serve to warn of danger during its use and maintenance. It is vitally important to understand the meaning of the danger notices and all messages should be kept in legible condition.

  • Page 8: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA OF THE MODEL AC 562 ENGINE: petrol HONDA GX 200 ENGINE CAPACITY: 4.1 kW ENGINE FILTER: in oil bath WORKING WIDTH: 50 cm CUTTING HEIGHT: adjustable 20 - 80 mm CUTTING SYSTEM: 24 flail rotor SPEED GEARS: 1 forward gear - 1 reverse gear...

  • Page 9: Lifting And Transportation

    LTITUDE The altitude of the place in which the machine is to be used must not exceed 1500 m above sea level. EMPERATURE Minimum ambient temperature: -5°C Maximum ambient temperature: +50°C TMOSPHERIC ONDITIONS The electrical equipment will function correctly in atmospheric conditions with a relative humidity up to 50% at a temperature of 40°C and at 90% with a temperature up to 20°C (without condensate).

  • Page 10: Main Parts Of The Machine

    5. MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE The machine consists of the following main parts: FORWARD CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER FLAIL ROTOR CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER ENGINE FRONT WHEELS FRONT GUARD CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER ON/OFF SWITCH (1/0) GEAR SELECTOR HANDLE - 10 -...
  • Page 11 Figure 1 Figure 1 bis - 11 -...

  • Page 12: Controls And Adjustments

    6. CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS A) FORWARD CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER This lever only has two positions: engage and disengage. Lowering the lever engages the clutch and releasing it disengages the clutch. The service brake is connected to this lever. The brake operates automatically when the clutch is disengaged. B) ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER This is used to adjust the number of engine revolutions according to the operations to be carried out.
  • Page 13 I) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER This lever serves to adjust the cutting height. Warning: if the cutting height is set too low the following undesirable consequences may occur: foreign objects such as stones, etc., may be thrown outwards dirt and mud may accumulate inside the rotor guard, thus impeding regular discharge of cut grass.

  • Page 14: Assembly Instructions For The Handlebars

    7. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS AND FRONT SUPPORT WITH WHEELS The flail mower is delivered with the handlebars and front supporto with wheels disassembled. Remove the cardboard packaging or crate (to be disposed of in an appropriate manner, in accordance with current regulations in force).

  • Page 15: Safety Information

    8. SAFETY INFORMATION Before using the flail mower it is essential that the operator has understood the warnings, do’s and don’ts and precautionary measures given in this manual and in the engine manual: the prevention of injury to the operator, third parties, animals or objects directly depends on observance of these instructions.

  • Page 16: D) Working Use

     Do not switch on and operate the flail mower in enclosed areas since the engine gives off carbon monoxide fumes which are colourless, odourless, tasteless and extremely dangerous.  Take care when handling fuel. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapours explosive : - Only use an approved container.

  • Page 17: E) After Work

     When working in a stony or obstacle-riddled area try to remove as many objects as possible before commencing cutting. Then work at a greater cutting height than usual. WARNING Stones and other objects may be thrown outwards in direction of the operator or of other persons in the vicinity.

  • Page 18: Transportation Of The Machine

    9. TRANSPORTATION OF THE MACHINE LOADING AND UNLOADING FROM A VEHICLE  For transportation it is preferable to use a vehicle with an open bed.  Choose firm, flat ground.  Switch off the vehicle’s ignition, put into reverse gear, pull on the hand brake and block the tyres with chocks to prevent accidental movement of the vehicle.

  • Page 19: Safety Systems And Guards

    10. SAFETY AND GUARD SYSTEMS WARNING The safety devices must never be tampered with. It is necessary to understand how they work and safeguard their efficiency and correct operation. In the in-stance of doubt, problems or malfunction contact your dealer. FORWARD CONTROL AND FLAIL MOVEMENT LEVERS When released both of these levers instantly disengage the transmission connected to them, thus automatically engaging their respective brakes, hence the machine service...

  • Page 20: Starting And Driving The Flail Mower

    12. STARTING AND DRIVING THE FLAIL MOWER The machine can be switched on once all the aforementioned preliminary operations have been carried out.  Place the feed cock in the OPEN position (direction shown by the arrow, fig. 3) Bring the choke to the CLOSED position for a cold start (direction shown by the arrow, Fig.

  • Page 21: Cutting Tips

    DRIVING THE MACHINE WARNING When using the machine for the first time it is advisable to get the feel of it by executing manoeuvres on flat ground free of foreign objects. Cut in a straight line at low speed, slightly overlapping the section cut previously. After switching on the engine following the instructions given in the previous paragraph: 1.

  • Page 22: Checks

    14. CHECKS Adjust the belt and cable control tension after the first few working hours to compensate initial loosening. Briefly operate all the machine’s components to detect any abnormal noises or overheating. During the initial running in period avoid heavy-duty usage to encourage proper settling of the mechanical parts.

  • Page 23: B) Cable Control Adjustment

    B) CABLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT To adjust the cables place the machine on flat ground, switch off the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug. A forward lever B forward cable C forward brake cable Figure 5 D rotor engagement lever E Rotor engagement cable B2) BLADE ROTOR CONTROL CABLE The cable is controlled by the lever located on the handlebar as show Fig 5 Rif.
  • Page 24 C) BRAKE ADJUSTMENT To adjust the brake cables place the machine on a flat surface, switch off the engine and disconnedct the spark plug wire. C1) BLADE ROTOR CONTROL Remove the plastic guard (Fig 8 rif C), by undoing and removing the fixing screws using the wrench illustrated in fig 8 rif.

  • Page 25: C) Belt Replacement And Adjustment

    D) BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT D1) BLADE ROTOR DRIVE BELT Remove the plastic guard, by unscrewing and taking out the screws shown using the wrench illustrated in fig. 8 pos D - If the belt ( fig. 9 ref. A) is slack and therefore unable to ensure proper drive to the flail rotor, move the tightener ( fig.

  • Page 26: D) Checking And Replacing The Flails

    D) CHECKING AND REPLACING THE FLAILS Always check the state of the flails before commencing work. Do not forget to switch the engine off! Checking and replacement of the flails requires the assistance of another person to hold the handlebars down to tilt up the front part of the machine. The flails will be presented as shown in figure 10.

  • Page 27: E) Brakes Adjustment

    To remove the flails proceed as follows: 1. Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire 2. Adjust the cutting height to maximum 3. Open the front housing. 4. Check the state of the flails. 5. Check that the flails are not cracked, bent, excessively worn or broken. If they are, either reverse them (turning them 180°) or replace them.

  • Page 28: G) Checking And Replacing The Transmission Oil

    G) CHECKING AND REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION OIL Check the transmission oil level using the relative oil level screw (fig. 11 ref. A). If oil leaks out upon removal of this screw then there is enough of it in the transmission. If not, remove the filling cap shown in fig.

  • Page 29: Maintenance And Storage

    15. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE  All operations on the machine must be carried out exclusively by authorized personnel.  Always switch off the engine when checking, adjusting or servicing the machine.  Allow the machine to cool down before inspection. ...

  • Page 30: Seasonal Long-Term Storage Periods

    17. SEASONAL LONG-TERM STORAGE PERIODS To store the flail mower for prolonged periods of non-use, proceed as follows: Park the machine on flat, firm, clean ground. Oil deposits on the ground where the machine is positioned may cause irreparable damage to the tyres. Disconnect the spark plug wire;...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    20. WARRANTY The flail mower has a 12-month warranty which starts from the day of purchase, (or up to 50 hours’ service, if for individual use) or 6 months (or up to 50 hours’ service, if for commercial use) excluding the engine, for which the warranty supplied by its manufacturer applies.

  • Page 32: Ce Marking

    21. CE MARKING The plate bearing the CE mark gives the main characteristics and information for the identification of the flail mower. Manufacturer’s details Machine model Serial number Year of construction Capacity in kW Weight in kg The above information must not be altered or modified in any way. It is up to the user to keep the plate clean, legible and in good condition.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    22. TROUBLESHOOTING The following table illustrates some problems which may arise during operation. FAULT CAUSE MEASURES TO BE TAKEN Grass ejection insufficient 1. Grass wet Wait until the grass has dried 2. Grass too long Go over the grass twice, changing the cutting height 3.
  • Page 34 ENGINE FAULT CAUSE MEASURES TO BE TAKEN Engine sluggish at switch on accelerator not in start-up 1. move the accelerator to the position intermediate position Choke not closed 2. Close the choke when cold. Petrol does not arrive 3. Check the fuel tank and remove water sediment.
  • Page 35 NOTES _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________ - 35 -...
  • Page 36 VIA DELMONCELLO, 12 26037 SAN GIOVANNI IN CROCE (CR) ITALY hereby dec!ares under its own responsibility that the new machine type: Flail Mower mode!: AC 562 serial number: > 160001 year of manufacture: (To see plate bearing CE) net power: 4.1 kW...
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  • Page 40 ACTIVE s.r.l. Via Delmoncello, 12 - 26037 S. Giovanni in Croce (CR) Tel. 0375-91742 - Fax 0375-91684 email ITALY : vendite@active-srl.com email EXPORT : mail@active-srl.com www.active-srl.com...

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