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® Е MACHINES A warranty card must be submitted to Superabrasive within 30 days of purchase in order for the foregoing warranty to apply. You can either mail a hard copy of the warranty card or submit it electronically - see page 2.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Main Menu Navigation and Use .............18 WARRANTY AND RETURNS ..............3 Main Menu .....................18 1. GENERAL INFORMATION ..............5 LED Alerts & Resetting Service Intervals ..........18 MANUFACTURER ..................5 Options Menu Navigation and Use ............18 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................
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Today, Superabrasive is one of the world’s leading companies in the production of diamond tools and floor grinding machinery. At Superabrasive, we strive to deliver the very best solutions to our customers, and enable them to work more efficiently.
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The data on the label provides the correct voltage, kW and RPM (needed for operational purposes); Weight (needed for transportation purposes); production year and serial number (needed for maintenance purposes). CUSTOMER SERVICE For customer assistance and technical support call your local distributor or call Superabrasive Inc. at 1-800-987-8403 or visit us at www.superabrasive.com...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina ® 38GRE 3/2019 2. SAFETY ISTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDED USE Tangling up Risks wearing inappropriate The Lavina ® 38GRE machine is designed and working clothes manufactured to grind and polish concrete, terrazzo and Training Risks due to lack of operational training natural stone floors.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Environmental Solutions suggests usage when occupancy HAZARD COMMUNICATION of a given work area is minimal. A Material Safety Data Sheet for propane CARB / EPA California Resource Board (CARB)
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® OPERATING MACHINE DRAGER Model 190: Manufactured by National Never work with the machine without visual contact with Drager. SENSIDYNE gas sampling system with YB-11038 Never run the machine when you are situated between...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Vapor draw cabinet may be located next to the building but with at The liquid draw cylinder is used on larger least five feet (1.5 m) of space between the cabinet and vehicles like forklifts.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 3. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION 3.1 POSITIONING THE HANDLE By loosening the swivel bolt (Fig. 3.1-2), one can turn the steering bracket (Fig. 3.1-3) to a new position. To turn the steering bracket down (Fig. 3.3) you have to loosen the swivel bolt (Fig.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Put the weights in pos.1 when the machine is in position to change the working tools. The weights are locked in pos.2, pos.3 and pos.4 (Fig. 3.7). The pressure on the working tools is different in each of the four weights positions. See the Technical Data 3.5 HANDLING THE GUARD...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 3.7 LIFTING Lifting the machine by crane is possible by using the handles of the carriage (fig. 3.11). The design is rated only for the weight of the machine. Do not lift any other loads on the machine. Always use hoisting equipment rated for 800 kg (1300 lbs) or greater.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 4. OPERATION 4.1 PRELIMINARY CONTROLS Inspect the working area as explained in the safety instructions. For wet use, fill in the water tank. Connect the vacuum extractor and ensure that the vacuum hose is clear and it will follow the machine easily.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 4.3 ADJUSTING AND MOUNTING TOOLS The Holder A64 in the LAVINA® E can work with either 3 or 6 rubber buffers, which will alter its elasticity (3 will be more flexible than 6). You can make the change after dismounting the holder as per the instructions in TROUBLESHOOTING.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 6.3 Clutch ON/OFF. ON will activate the grinding plates to spin; OFF will disconnect engine from grinding head. Green – Clutch is ON. 6.4 Lights switch Green – Lights are ON.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 4.7FUEL-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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Password required if set. Factory Unlock- This option is only used by SuperAbrasive and requires a factory assigned pin number to activate. Tach Settings- This allows you to adjust the tachometer for a carbureted or fuel injected engine. It should come pre-set to the correct option and will not require changes.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Avoid any direct contact with pressure washers, water sprayers or cleaning chemicals of any kind. Do not drop or cause an impact to the device. Do not bend or twist the device and/or the wire harness excessively.
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When used wet, they require only water (no wax or chemicals needed), making them a very environmentally‐friendly solution for maintaining floors. Use Only Superabrasive’s Recommended Tools. For More Tooling Options, Visit www.superabrasive.com...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 7. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION REMARK Tampering w/Emission Control System Prohibited Federal law and California State law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than far purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any device or element at...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Return machine to authorized service center for overall checkup of the Engine. For Propane safety, have the machine serviced by a Certified Technician, including emission check. CHECK EVERY 400 WORKING HOURS In addition to checks made every 200 working hours, replace sealer and V-rings as described in chapter “DISMOUNTING TOOL HOLDERS TO CHANGE V-RINGS AND FELT-RINGS”.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® ELECTRICAL SCHEMES WITH KAWASAKI ENGINE AND DIGITAL FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 8. TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX OF PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS 8.1 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.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® To check or replace the buffers and the elastic elements, the tool holders have to be dismounted. You will need a 13mm deep metric socket with an outside diameter of no more than 3/4in to unscrew the four bolts (Fig.8.3.1) and remove the holder (Fig.8.3.2) When the tool holder is dismounted, you can change the sealers (V-Ring...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina ® 38GRE 3/2019 holder on the machine. Figure 8.4.10 Figure 8.4.11 Figure 8.4.12 Make sure the four bolts holding the adaptor (Fig.8.4.12) are reliably tightened. Mount the holder on the machine using the same socket as in 8.3 (Fig.8.4.10;...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 4. Unscrew (Fig. 8.5.4-1) the bolts (Fig. 8.5.4-1) dismount the throttle (Fig. 8.5.4-2 ) . Figure 8.5.9 Figure 8.5.8 Figure 8.5.7 5 . Unscrew the four bolts /pos.4/ to remove the panel /pos.3 / and unscrew the four bolts...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 8. Remove the lamps /on magnetic attachment/ and disconnect the cable /pos.1 and pos.2 Fig. 8.5.7/. 9. Disconnect the flexible hose supplying water to outside mist nozzles of the machine /pos.3 and pos.4 Fig. 8.5.7/. All water connections in the machines are with fittings types„Push-In “and „Release button”.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Figure 8.6.6 Figure 8.6.5 THE MOUNTING AND TIGHTENING THE BELTS IS THE SAME SEQUENCE IN REVERSE. First mount the lower timing belt (2) (Fig.8.6.5). Pull the tensioner forward to screw the two bolts (1) (Fig.8.6.7) ...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina ® 38GRE 3/2019 belt by using the pre-installed supports (Fig.8.6.14) as references, provided that they have not been moved from their factory position. ATTENTION: NEVER “OVER” TENSION THE BELT, THE BELT WILL BE DESTROYED AND IT WILL NEVER RECOVER ITS ORIGINAL TENSION Slightly screw in the six bolts (Fig.8.6.11)
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 8.7 REPLACING THE CLUTCH To replace the electric clutch, remove the engine (see previous chapter) and lay it on its side with the oil drainage up (Fig. 8.7.1) and loosen the front nut to dismount the clutch (Fig. 8.7.2 and Fig. 8.7.3).
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® CORRECTING SAG OF USED PLANETARY CHAIN Unscrew the bolts of the maintenance window (see Fig.8.8.1) from the right side of the main head (Fig.8.8.2) (Fig.8.8.3) and lift the machine into tool-changing position. Manually turn the holders in order to turn the main head, stop when the chain link and the chain tensioner can be seen through the window.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® Pull out the split pin (Fig.8.9.6) and the chain link pin (Fig.8.9.7) Remove the chain, and install the new chain in the same manner, then insert the chain link pin and the split pin (Fig.8.9.8) (Fig.8.9.9) To tension the chain, screw the outer nut (Fig.8.9.4).
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 8.11TENSIONING AND REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION BELT The transmission of the machine maintenance-free timing belt. To change the belt, remove all holders and dismount their adaptors. Figure 8.11.2 Dismount the sealing.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 8.12 REPLACING THE PULLEYS Fully loosen the belt and remove (see the previous section). After removing the belts, unscrew the four bolts of the pulleys on top of the disc (Fig. 8.12.1) and replace.
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® 9. DISPOSAL If your machine after time is not usable or needs to be replaced, send the machine back to Superabrasive or a local distributor, where a professional disposal complying with the environment laws and directives is guaranteed. 10. MANUFACTURER’S CONTACTS If you need to contact Superabrasive Inc.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11. SPARE PARTS ASSEMBLY AND PARTS SPECIFICATIONS 11.1 LAVINA®38GRE GENERAL PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. L38GRE10.00.00 Main Head L32E10.00.23 Bush L32-00.00.00.00.02 Bolt M12DIN934 L38GRE20.00.00 Carriage Horizontal Aluminium W2505 Propane Tank A50.00.00.00...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.4 LAVINA®38GRE THIRD WHEEL Item No. Description Pcs. L32RE04.10.00 Frame 30301200053 wheel 30301230049 Screw M10x30DIN912 30301221005 Washer M10DIN125A 30301240015 Nut M10DIN985 11.5 LAVINA®38GRE FRONT FRAME PARTS Item No. Description Pcs.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.6 LAVINA®38GRE CARRIAGE Item No. Description Pcs. Item No. Description Pcs. 30311000755 Portable device L32GE20.30.00 Right Weight Support L38GRE24.00.00 Control board assembly 34.1 30329000008 Knob BO751-107-25M08 Phone clip mount 30350000044 L32GE20.00.22...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.7. LAVINA®38GRE FRAME AND STEERING BRACKET PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. Item No. Description Pcs. Spring L32B- L32E23.20.00 Left Bracket 30317000010 02.03.00.00.02 L32B- Sprocket L32C.23.00.21 Housing 02.03.00.00.01-01 30329000000 Swivel Bolt GN212.3-28-M12-E...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.9 LAVINA® 38GRE WATER INSTALLATION Item No. Description Pcs. Destination 025X600 PE Tube Pump out - Ball valve 025X990 PE Tube Ball valve – Equal Tee L32E19.00.05 Tube Ball valve -Top cover...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.12 LAVINA®38GRE TOP COVER AND MOTOR SUPPORT PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. Timing Belt 30308000 HL6808MHL30 Timing Belt 30308000146 HP8008MHL50 L38GRЕ10.70.00 Gard Assembly L32E19.00.00 Top Cover Assembly L32GX-19.30.03 Inspection Cover...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.12.1 LAVINA®38GRE ENGINE BASE PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. Complete Engine FX1000V-BS00-S Assembly L38GRE18.00.01 Engine Base Plate Tensioning Device L25G-10.00.66 Support 30301230004 Screw M8X25DIN912 Spring Washer 30301220022 M8DIN7980 Bolt SAB-3/8-16X1-1/4 L32GX-10.00.44...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.14 LAVINA® 38GRE PLANETARY CHAIN PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. L38GRE11.40.00 Motor support assembly 30301210061 BoltM12x25DIN 6921 30301230201 Screw M16X35DIN7991 L38GS-10.00.17 Front Washer L38GRE11.30.00 Pulley Unit L32RE10.03.00 Right carrier 2...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.17 LAVINA®38GRE TOOL HOLDER PARTS /SEE ALSO FIG.8.4.13/ Item No. Description Pcs. A64.10.00 Quick Change Assembly A63.12.00 Keylock Set A41.11.00 Quick Change plate A41.12.00 Security set 1.3.1 A41.00.05 Washer A41 A25.00.10-K...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.19 LAVINA® 38GRE CENTRAL SHAFT BEARNING PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. 30301230002 Screw M6X16DIN7991 L32D-11.00.03 30303000053 Roller Assembly 6211 L32GE11.00.05 Shaft L32D-11.00.02 Central bushing L32D 30303000009 Roller Assembly 3208 30301250017 Retaining Ring А80DIN472...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.22 LAVINA® 38GRE ENGINE PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. Kawasaki FX921V-BS00-S Retaining clamps 11011-7050 Cap - AIR FILTER 11011-7047 Case-AIR FILTER 11013-7044 Primary Element -AIR FILTER 11013-7045 Secondary Element -AIR FILTER 11065-7008 FX 921V-11.00.00...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® 11.23 LAVINA®38GRE CONTROL BOARD PARTS Item No. Description Pcs. Item No. Description Pcs. 30301230275 Screw M4x35DIN967 L38GRE24.00.05 LED Light REMOTE 30301230066 Screw M4x12DIN967 30311000719 EMG Button Control board GT-EM40 Complete Monitor Assembly L38GRE24.10.00...
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® LAVINA® 38GRE MODULE DRIVE RIGHT /WHILE CHANGING THE GEARBOX YOU SHOULD COMPLY WITH THE MUTUAL POSITION OF THE FLANGE POS.3 AND THE GEARBOX POS.2. / 11.24 LAVINA® 38GRE MODULE DRIVE RIGHT Item No.
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Superabrasive Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina 38GRE 3/2019 ® LAVINA® 38GRE MODULE DRIVE LEFT /WHILE CHANGING THE GEARBOX YOU SHOULD COMPLY WITH THE MUTUAL POSITION OF THE FLANGE POS.3 AND THE GEARBOX POS.2. / 11.25 LAVINA® 38GRE MODULE DRIVE LEFT Item No.
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SORE engine, but Superabrasive Inc. cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the SORE owner you should however be aware that Superabrasive Inc. may deny your warranty if your SORE or its part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modification.
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Superabrasive Inc. will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.
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