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GASOLINE SHREDDER Original Operation Manual RAMBO‐HC15 ATTENTION! The machine is delivered without engine oil and fuel. Both the model number and serial number can be found on the nameplate on the machine. You should keep both numbers safe so that you can refer to them in the future. This manual explains the functions and applications of the machine. FOR YOUR SAFETY Read the user manual before commissioning. Safety and warning instructions must be observed! ...
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Overview 15. Shredding operation 1. Preface 15.1 What may be shredded 1.1 Information on the user manual 15.2 Shredding 1.2 Limitation of liability 16. Maintenance and repair work 1.3 Machine designation 1.4 Copyright protection 16.1 Maintenance work 1.5 Reservations 16.2 Maintenance plan 2. Intended use 16.3 Lubricants 16.3.1 Greasing the blade chassis 3. Operating hours restriction 16.3.2 ...
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Preface Designation machine The designation machine replaces the trade name of the object to which this user manual ‐ see cover Read the entire text of the operation sheet ‐ refers. manual before assembly and commissioning. Use these instructions to familiarise yourself with the machine, its correct use as well as the safety ...
Intended use Operating hours restriction The gasoline shredder ‐ RAMBO‐HC15 ‐ is designed exclusively for shredding bushes, shrubs, barks and In residential and small residential estates or on branches up to a thickness of 12 cm. The machine the grounds of hospitals and nursing homes, is not suitable for preparing garden soil. shredders may not be operated all day on Sundays and public holidays as well as from 8.00 p.m. to Roots with soil, stones, glass, metal, textiles, 7.00 a.m. on workdays. ...
Safety 5.2 Safety instructions This section provides a comprehensive overview of WARNING! all important safety aspects, for adequate protection of the operator, as well as for safe and Familiarise yourself with the machine. Proper trouble‐free operation. training is a prerequisite for safe operation of this machine. Incorrect operation or operation by Failure to comply with the guidelines and safety untrained personnel may present a danger. ...
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Operating personnel Carry out all work calmly and prudently. Never leave the machine running unattended. When starting the engine, do not stand in the area WARNING! of the ejection openings. Persons who are not familiar with the user manual, children, young people under the age of Do not start shredding until the gasoline engine 18 as well as persons under the influence of has reached maximum speed. ...
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If there are any blockages on the cutting unit and any risk to the operator. The following protective ejector, switch off the engine, remove the spark measures must be observed: plug and clean the cutting unit with a suitable tool. – Tight‐fitting work clothes that do not hinder Always turn off the engine when there is a delay in movement. It is mainly used to protect against shredding or when moving the machine from one being caught by moving parts. ...
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Transport and store fuel and oil only in approved out by qualified electricians. and marked canisters. Use only original – LUMAG – spare parts and Do not transport or store fuel and oil near accessories. The use of other spare parts and combustible or highly flammable materials as well accessories may increase the risk of accidents. Any ...
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5.8 Residual dangers and protective Electrical residual dangers Direct or indirect electrical contact measures Touching live parts when electrical or defective components are open or electrical connection cables which are not properly connected can lead to injuries. WARNING! → Never touch the spark plug connector or the spark plug when the engine is running. ...
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Warning and information → Watch out for obstacles in the working area. Always make sure you have a secure footing and symbols used wear safety shoes. There are symbols on the machine that represent 5.9 Behaviour in an emergency important information about the product and In the event of an accident, initiate the appropriate ...
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Shredding of branches of all kinds Wear safety shoes with steel caps. up to max. 120 mm diameter, depending on the type of wood and freshness. Wear protective gloves. Electric start, ignition key (12 V) Wear eye protection. Wear hearing protection. Nameplate Equipped with model designation, year of Check engine oil! manufacture and serial number. For spare parts Check the oil level before each use and orders ...
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Functions Oil drain bolt (12) The oil drain bolt is located at the rear of the engine. 8.1 Engine Fuel tank (11) There is a fuel switch under the tank. Engine switch (main switch) = Ignition switch on E‐start (1) Centrifugal clutch The engine switch in the OFF position prevents the The engine has a centrifugal clutch coupled to the machine (engine) from starting. To restart the crankshaft. ...
Technical data Drawbar (3) A drawbar is provided for better guidance of the machine. Model number RAMBO‐HC15 Drive 4‐stroke OHV Gasoline engine Displacement 420 cm³ IMPORTANT NOTICE! Engine power, max. 9.0 kW Dismantle the drawbar when loading! Motor speed max. 3,600 1/min Start system Manual start, electric start Speed of the blades 2,000 1/min Fuel Unleaded regular ...
Technical description Connect battery: 1. Turn ignition key on E‐start (1) to OFF position and remove. 2. First connect the red wire to the positive The shredder is used for shredding woody terminal (+). material, preferably in the garden area. 3. Then connect the green cable to the negative terminal (‐). The machine is powered by a powerful 4‐stroke OHV gasoline engine. ...
Gasoline engine with rotor – Infeed chute If you have any questions or problems with the machine, please contact us. If you have any questions or problems during installation, please contact us. You can reach us by email: info@lumag‐maschinen.de or by telephone at +49 8571/92 556‐0. To simplify the assembly process, we have divided the assembly instructions into several steps. Step 1: Mounting the foot (F) The foot is mounted on the rotor frame. ...
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Step 2: Mounting the drawbar with trailer Then put on the hub cap. (Image 6) coupling (E) The drawbar is mounted on the foot. Mount the drawbar on the foot with 2 bolts M12x100, washers and nuts. Image 6 Repeat the process for the other wheel. CAUTION! Mounting the drawbar with trailer coupling A 2nd and 3rd person lift the machine. Pay ...
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Step 4: Mounting the infeed chute (B) Then screw the cable (c) to the engine with the screws (d). Position the infeed chute so that the fastening rails of the infeed chute are aligned with the receptacles on the rotor frame. Afterwards, slide it on. Now close the infeed chute and screw it to the rotor frame using 2 nuts on the screws already attached. ...
Drive type Check engine oil level Switch off the engine and let it cool down. 1. Unscrew the oil dipstick (13). 13.1 Gasoline engine 2. Wipe the oil dipstick with a clean rag and reinsert, do not screw in. The machine is powered by a gasoline engine. For Pull out the oil dipstick again and read off the instructions on starting and stopping the gasoline oil level, if necessary fill engine oil up to the engine, ...
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13.2.2 Fuelling Refuelling 1. Set fuel switch (5) to OFF. 2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap of dirt and foreign bodies. DANGER! 3. Unscrew the fuel tank cap (10). 4. Fill fuel tank with gasoline (ROZ95). To allow Health and explosion hazard due to combustion room for the gasoline to expand, do not fill engine. Care must be taken when handling fuel! past the bottom edge of the fuel nozzle. ...
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Commissioning When shredding, shredded material, stones and the like can splash away. No other persons or animals may be present in the ejection area = danger zone. The machine must not be set up on sloping ground. Special care must be taken to Also be careful not to damage vehicles, glass ensure that the ground does not give way windows and other objects. ...
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Release the ignition key as soon as the engine starts. This automatically turns back to the ON WARNING! position. Warning against hot surfaces! ATTENTION! The engine exhaust and other engine parts Do not operate the key switch for more than 5 become very hot during operation. Never touch seconds as the starter motor will overheat and the hot engine. Keep a sufficient distance from battery power will drop. Repeat this process a hot surfaces and keep children away from the maximum of 8 times with a break of 5 seconds ...
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IMPORTANT NOTICE! Suddenly stopping the engine at full throttle can cause engine damage. 14.4 Stopping the engine in an emergency In dangerous situations, machine movements must be stopped as quickly as possible and the energy supply must be switched off. In case of danger: 1. Press the safety bar (9) on the infeed chute, an Start with electric starter (E‐START) EMERGENCY STOP is initiated. 2. Inform the responsible person at the site of ...
Shredding operation In the case of blockages: Check the machine before each use for: – loose screws and nuts Switch off the engine and remove the spark plug – damaged rubber flap in the infeed chute, connector for safety reasons! replace if necessary – function of the safety circuit – Only remove shredded material lying – properly fitted protective devices and their crosswise in the chute when the engine is protective position ...
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– If the cutting unit is blocked, switch off the engine immediately to avoid overloading the engine. Remove spark plug connector and eliminate fault! Always keep hands away from infeed and ejection openings! In case of unexpected circumstances, never hesitate to operate the safety bar (EMERGENCY Branches up to Ø 120 mm, twigs, bushes or green ...
Safety goggles with side protection when working on pressurised components or in the vicinity of pressurised systems Use only original LUMAG spare parts. Other parts may cause unpredictable damage and injury. Work on the electrical equipment may only be ...
16.2 Maintenance plan The following sections describe the maintenance work which is required for optimum and trouble‐free operation. Before After After After Every Every Every As Every Maintenance work each each 1 OH* the first 25 OH* 30‐50 100 needed season use use ...
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16.3 Lubricants IMPORTANT NOTICE! Fuels and lubricants used must comply with the operating material regulations of the operator and the stated specification. Consult the supplier if necessary. Fuel Assembly Specification Filling quantity Fuel Engine Gasoline 6.5 litres ROZ95 or higher Engine oil Engine 10W‐30 or ...
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4. Thoroughly clean the area around the oil outlet port 5. Screw in the oil drain bolt again 6. Slowly fill 1.1 litres of engine oil into the oil filler bolt 7. Tighten the oil filler bolt 8. Remove oil residues and / or contamination ngine oil must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with local regulations ...
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ATTENTION! 4. Clean foam filter element in warm water and Place the belt loosely on the drive pulley to mild soap solution. Rinse thoroughly with prevent damage (drive belt tear). clean water and allow to dry thoroughly. 5. Tap out dirt from the paper filter insert on a ...
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16.11 Cleaning the machine Check the machine for contamination after use. IMPORTANT NOTICE! Dirt accumulation (twigs, wood debris, dust, A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the adhering leaf green, etc.) inside the machine must engine. Overtightening the spark plug can damage be removed. the thread in the cylinder head. Interval: after use Guideline: Used spark plug: 1/8 ‐ 1/4 turn In the event of contamination: ...
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Transport If necessary, replace screw connection elements that cannot be tightened with new bolts and nuts. 2. Check the technical condition of the blades by visual and tactile inspection, if necessary DANGER! replace the blades immediately if defects are detected. Danger of burns due to hot surfaces on the 3.
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Storage ATTENTION! If the machine is unhitched from the towing vehicle, it must be parked on a horizontal, level and firm ground. Storage of the machine and temporary shutdown. Store the machine under the following conditions: – Do not store outdoors IMPORTANT NOTICE! –...
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Disposal If the machine is no longer serviceable and is to be scrapped, it must be deactivated and dismantled, i. e. it must be brought into a condition in which it can no longer be used for the purposes for which it was designed. Disposal of the machine must be carried out by trained personnel. The machine may only be ...
Troubleshooting WARNING! Any faults on the machine or engine requiring major intervention must always be repaired by your LUMAG workshop or authorised specialist workshops. The warranty becomes void in the event of improper intervention. Before any troubleshooting – Switch off machine – Wait for the shredding blades to come to a standstill – Remove spark plug connector. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROPOSED REMEDY No fuel Fill fuel tank Recoil starter defective Repair or replace recoil starter No engine oil refill engine oil Engine is still in the cooling phase Let engine cool down ...
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LUMAG guarantees perfect quality and, without Service time: prejudice to the statutory warranty, provides a Monday till Thursday from warranty in the event of material or manufacturing 7.30 a.m. ‐ 12.00 p.m. and 1.00 p.m. ‐ 5.00 p.m. defects. The guarantee for LUMAG products is 24 Friday from 7.30 a.m. ‐ 12.30 p.m. months in the case of exclusively private use, and 12 months from the date of delivery in the case of Phone: +49 / 8571/92 556‐0 ...
CE Declaration of conformity In accordance with the provisions of the EC Directives Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC EMC Directive 2014/30/EU Outdoor Directive 2000/14/EC the company LUMAG GmbH Rudolf‐Diesel‐Straße 1a D‐84375 Kirchdorf a.Inn Phone: +49 8571 / 92 556‐0 Fax: +49 8571 / 92 556‐19 explains that the product Designation: Shredder Type designation: RAMBO‐HC15 complies with the essential protection requirements of the above‐mentioned EC directives. Conformity is based on the following standards: EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery ‐ General principles for design ‐ Risk assessment and risk reduction EN ISO 14982:2009 Agricultural and forestry machinery ‐ Electromagnetic compatibility ‐ Test methods and acceptance criteria EN ISO 3744:1995 Acoustics ‐ Determination of sound power levels of noise sources using sound pressure ‐ Engineering method in an essential free field over a reflecting plane ...
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Components RAMBO‐HC15 WARNING! All repairs to the machine must be carried out by authorised qualified personnel. Have any necessary electrical work carried out only by an approved specialist. 38 ...
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Subject to change without notice! Version RAMBOHC15 (11.2017 en) LUMAG dealer can be found at www.lumag‐maschinen.de LUMAG GmbH Rudolf‐Diesel‐Str. 1a D‐84375 Kirchdorf a.Inn Germany Internet: www.lumag‐maschinen.de ...
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