Service And Maintenance - Belle Minimix 150 Operator's Manual

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Before starting any maintenance or repairs, switch off motor, and isolate from the main power supply.
On completion of maintenance, check that the mixer functions correctly and that all guards are correctly fi tted.
ELECTRIC MIXER
All portable electric appliances are dangerous if abused. This machine will only operate on one voltage. Check the power supply to
ensure it corresponds to the voltage as indicated on the rating label.
Make sure that the motor is switched off before you plug it into the power supply.
230v - Always use a Residual Current Device ("RCD"), (earth leakage trip), plugged directly into the 230v socket. If using an
extension cable, plug it directly into the RCD.
110v - When using a portable transformer it must have a minimum output of 2.5kw and to continuous rated. Always use an RCD
between the 230V supply and the portable transformer.
The symbols on the ON/OFF switch are 0 (Red) = OFF and I (Green) = ON in accordance with international standards.
WARNING
EXTENSION CABLES
If you need to use an extension cable it must be no longer than 30 metres (100 feet) in length. The wire section must be 1.5mm
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on 230v and 2.5mm on 110v. Ensure that the extension cable is carefully laid out avoiding liquids, sharp edges and places where
vehicles might run over it. Avoid allowing the extension cable to be trapped underneath the mixer. Unroll it fully or it will overheat and
could catch fi re. Make sure that any extension cable connections are dry and safe.
THERMAL PROTECTION DEVICE
The Electric motor is fi tted with a Thermal Protection Device. Should circumstances arise where this activates, the motor will stop.
Once the thermal trip resets itself the motor will be able to be restarted at the on/off switch.
The thermal trip reset time could vary from 2 minutes to 10 minutes.
COMBUSTION ENGINES
Check oil regularly, level engine up when doing so. For Initial engine fi ll or top up use a
suitable engine oil of a 10W/30 grade. In your own interests read the makers instruction
leafl et issued with the machine before starting up.
If the safety facilities are damaged or don't function correctly the mixer must not be used.
Be aware of exhaust venting directions, all exhausts vent to the left hand side of the
machinewhen viewed from the rear of the machine.To maintain correct lubrication the
mixer must always be opened on level ground.Always read the engine manufacturers
manual before starting the engine. Ensure plenty of ventilation when running the gasoline
engines in a confi ned area. Beware of hot parts.
NOTE:- ONLY HONDA GX120 VARIANTS HAVE A VARIABLE THROTTLE. SEE ENGINE
MANUAL FOR MORE DETAILS.
CLEANING
Wipe off any external material. DO NOT use petrol, turpentine, lacquer or paint thinner, dry cleaning fl uids or similar products. Never
let any liquids near the engine/motor. Use 1" gravel and clean water to clean the inside of the drum. DO NOT use bricks etc. as this
will damage the drum.
FRAME
The hole on the underside of the frame is to drain away any water.
BELT
WARNING
GEARBOX
The factory has preset the gearbox oil level. Before inspecting the gearbox oil level, make sure the gearbox is cold before removing
the fi ller plug. Top up with EP90 or similar gear oil in the mix position to the level of the fi ller plug.
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Service and Maintenance

DO NOT use an extension cable between the transformer and the power supply. Always ensure that
the cable between the 110v mixer and transformer is a minium length of 3 metres. Ensure cable is fi tted
with cable clip to the mixer frame at all times.
All Belle mixers Electric/Petrol are fi tted with a preset tensioned toothed belt. No adjustment is
necessary. DO NOT try to adjust with the motor running. Ensure the extension lead is always unplugged
before the motor cover is removed.
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Gearbox Oil Filling Position
Oil Fill Plug
Mixing Position
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