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  • Page 1 M A N U A L E 501...
  • Page 2 Register your product online on www.eliet.eu © ELIET Copyright 2008 ELIET. All rights reserved. The texts, images and other information in this manual are protected by copyright and also by other intellectual property rights. Therefore, nothing from this manual may be used for commercial or other purposes. Certain parts in this manual are also protected by...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. Introduction 1.1 Read this operating manual carefully ELIET machines are designed for safe and reliable use if they are operated in accordance with the instructions provided. Carefully read these operating instructions before using the machine. Failure to do so may result in personal injury of damage to the equipment.

  • Page 4: Welcome

    Welcome to the family of ELIET users. We thank you for the trust that you have placed in ELIET and we are convinced that you have purchased the very best machine. The operating life of your ELIET machine depends to a great extent on how you care for your machine.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............. . 3 1.1 Read this operating manual carefully .

  • Page 6: Operator Safety Warnings

    Operator safety warnings ELIET cannot anticipate every situation in which a risk or danger can occur. The warnings in this operating manual and the labels on the machine are therefore not comprehensive. Even though this will be minimal, a residual risk will always be present. If you apply a working method, opera- tion or technique as the operator of the machine that is not explicitly recommended by ELIET, ensure in any case that this will not present a danger for bystanders.

  • Page 7: Main Parts

    6. Main parts To fully understand the content of this operating manual you need to be fully conversant with the terminology used for the descriptions. In this chapter you can find a set of parts identified by name. It is a good idea to take time to study the machine beforehand for a better understanding of the descriptions provided in this operating manual.

  • Page 8: Engines

    For your information: Your ELIET dealer remains at your service for any maintenance or advice, ensuring your ELIET machine is always in perfect condition. You can contact him for original ELIET parts and lubricants at any time. These service parts are manufactured according to the same strict rules and craftsmanship as the original equipment.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    7. Safety instructions 7.1 Safety messages The safety messages are clearly indicated on the machine with stickers or relief pictograms. Sticker = Danger! This sticker is affixed on the belt protection cover and warns about the danger of hand injuries. Keep your hands and feet away from underneath the machine as long as the blades are rotating.
  • Page 10 CE label. Caution If due to cleaning or use, safety stickers or parts displaying safety information have been damaged, removed or become illegible, they must be replaced immediately. Stickers and parts can be obtained from any authorised ELIET dealer.

  • Page 11: Safety Features

    7.2 Safety features Operation handle: Releasing the operation handle disengages the blade drive from the engine, causing the blade axle to come to a stop. Steel compartment and mud flap: The blades are encapsulated in a firm steel compartment; together with the mud flap it stops moss, grass and pebbles from flying up.

  • Page 12: Safety Instructions

    • If the instructions stated in this manual are not clear to you, do not hesitate to contact your Eliet dealer for further explanation. In addition, the ELIET help desk is at your service during office hours to answer any questions you may have (EU +32 56 77 70 88).
  • Page 13 • Children (under 16 years of age) and animals should be kept at a safe distance (10 m) from the ma- chine. • ELIET advises against lending the machine to others, but if this should occur, it should only be lent to persons who are familiar it. Always point out the potential hazards to the user and ensure that they have read the manual before using machine.
  • Page 14 • Since wearing hearing protection can impair the ability to hear warning sounds (such as yell- ing, signal tones, etc.), increased alertness is required under those circumstances. • ELIET advises against the use of a Walkman or a portable MP3 player while operating the machine.

  • Page 15: Dealer's Duties

    8.1 Unpacking the machine • ELIET machines are packaged in accordance with common rules for proper transportation. De- liveries are always ex factory. ELIET cannot, therefore, be held liable for any damage occurred during transport. • If the packaging is damaged upon receipt of the goods, check the state of the machine to en- sure it is not damaged.

  • Page 16: Positioning The Handlebar

    8.3 Other duties Warning: As an ELIET dealer you must familiarize your customers with the opera- tion of the machine and also point out the possible dangers while using it. You are expected to carefully go over the maintenance points of the machine together with the new owner.
  • Page 17 • The dealer makes a final test drive and checks that all devices operate properly. • The dealer checks that all safety features work perfectly. • Every Eliet dealer warrants a long life span of Eliet machines. He will lubricate the hinges before delivering the machine to the client.

  • Page 18: Operating Instructions

    • Never refuel with the engine running. Always allow the engine to cool down for several minutes prior to refuelling. • Use fresh petrol only. ELIET is environmentally conscious and therefore recommends using unleaded petrol. Additives may be used for extended fuel freshness.

  • Page 19: Preparing The Work Site

    • Clean the area around the fuel cap and remove it. Don’t fill the tank completely. Fill up to ap- proximately 10 millimetres from the brim. So don’t fill it up to the brim. • Always use a funnel or a spout for refuelling. Special funnels are available from your ELIET dealer.

  • Page 20: Starting The Engine

    9.4 Starting the engine Caution Never start the machine when dust has settled on the engine or between its cooling fins. It reduces proper cooling of the engine and can cause a fire. Warning: The blade axle spins as soon as the engine engages and the operation handle is pulled towards the handlebar.

  • Page 21: Operating The Machine

    ing or replacing (see 11.5.2 Checking/replacing spark plug). 9.5 Operating the machine Caution As long as the operation handle is engaged and the engine has not come to a full stop after turning it off, the blades will continue to spin. Don’t perform any maintenance activities before they have come to a halt.

  • Page 22: Stopping The Engine

    • Allow the engine to acquire the proper speed. • Lower the blades. • Push the machine at medium speed. The slower the dethatching process, the better the result. Key issues with regard to dethatching are: • Avoid standing still with the machine as this can cause deep marks in the lawn. •...

  • Page 23: After Finishing The Work

    Allow the engine to cool down properly before treating it with water. Any necessary replacement and/or repair works must be undertaken immediately. Visit your authorised ELIET dealer to have them carried out (find an authorised ELIET dealer near you on www.eliet.eu).

  • Page 24: Lawn Treatment After Dethatching

    Working the seed into the soil has preference over sowing on top of the existing grass. It al- lows faster germination of the seed and quicker thickening of the lawn. Watering the lawn at regular intervals is required. The sowing machine from ELIET’s product range is highly suitable for renovating your lawn.

  • Page 25: Transporting The Machine

    10. Transporting the machine • To move the machine, push the handlebar down slightly to lift the blades from the surface. • The engine must be turned off if the machine is moved for transport. • Only adults are permitted to move or transport the machine. •...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    11. Maintenance 11.1 General ELIET recommends that the machine be brought to an official ELIET dealer for a major overhaul each year (find an authorised ELIET dealer near you on www.eliet.eu). Your ELIET dealer is at your service for maintenance and advice at all times. Your dealer will stock original ELIET replacement parts and lubricants.

  • Page 27: Maintenance Schedule

    11.2 Periodic maintenance schedule A. Routine check before each operation • Visual check of the state of the machine • Oil level check • Cleaning the air filter • Checking and setting the depth control • Belt tension check • Cleaning the machine (9.7.1 ‘Cleaning the machine) B.
  • Page 28 • The oil sticking to the dipstick should be between the minimum and maximum mark. If the oil level is too low, it can be filled via the oil filler. Use only recommended oil. Don’t add too much oil at once and check the oil level regularly. 11.4.3 Cleaning the air filter •...
  • Page 29 • Slightly loosen the outer nut on the left and right front wheel to release the depth control. • Place a level object of approx. 4 mm thick under both front wheels. The supplied spanner can be used. • Turn the blades manually until the tips are as close to the surface as possible.
  • Page 30 11.4.5 Belt tension check Warning: Only check the belt tension with the engine off. Remove the spark plug cap. Warning: Wearing gloves is mandatory. The scarifier must be tilted to check the belt tension. The air filter must be removed prior to tilt- ing the machine to prevent soiling it with oil.

  • Page 31: Maintenance After 20 Hours Of Operation

    • Empty the full contents (approx. 0.75 l) from the engine. • Replace the plug. Wipe away any spilled oil with a clean cloth. • Refill the engine with fresh 4 stroke oil. ELIET recommends a top quality high-detergent oil: SUNOCO DENALUBE SAE 20W50 API SF / CC.
  • Page 32 11.5.3 Changing the air filter This procedure is exactly the same as for cleaning the air filter (see § 11.4.3, page 33). • New, suitable air filters are available from your Eliet dealer or an authorised service centre of the relevant engine brand.
  • Page 33 Tilting the machine can lead to petrol seepage from the tank. Prior to lubricating the bearings they must be cleared from old lubricant and deposits. Cleaning spray aimed at the bearings and in the bearing joints will do the job easily. ELIET recommends NOVATIO KLEENSPRAY-S.

  • Page 34: Belt Tension Adjustment

    11.5.5 Belt tension adjustment CORRECT TENSION + CORRECT ALIGNMENT => LONG LIFE CYCLE OF THE BELT Caution When adjusting the belt tension the engine must be turned off and either the spark plug cap removed or the plug disconnected at all times. Wearing gloves is mandatory whenever contact with the blades could occur.
  • Page 35 Tilt the scarifier by pushing the handlebar to the ground. • Tighten both lock nuts (M10) under the machine. • Place the belt protection cover. When replacing the belt protection cover, verify that it doesn’t touch the pulley when the blades are engaged. The slots in the cover provide some play to avoid contact.
  • Page 36 • Remove the blade axle. For your information: All original parts are available from your authorised Eliet dealer. B. Changing the blades The blades are fed on a hexagonal axle. To replace them, it suffices to remove the bearing at the pulley end.
  • Page 37 • First, remove the bearing. • Then remove the bearing holder. • Take the steel intermediate ring from the axle. Pay atten- tion tohow it fits on the axle. • Now slide all remaining elements from the axle, one by one. •...
  • Page 38 entire axle-assembly. • Rotate the blades a couple of times. If the axle runs freely without stopping immediately, the bearing holders can be secured tightly. If not, tick the axle tips with a plastic hammer while the axle rotates. Once the axle rotates freely, the bearing holders can be fastened. •...

  • Page 39: Storing The Machine

    • To avoid rust on the machine touch up all chipped areas or treat them with anti-rust grease. Original paints/enamels in the appropriate colours are available from your ELIET dealer. • Store the machine in a cool, dry storage area, away from possible rain. If necessary, cover it with canvas.

  • Page 40: Equipment Specifications

    13. Equipment specifications Engine selection ......................5.0 hp Honda GC160 ............................5.5 hp Honda GX160 ............................6.5 hp B&S Vanguard Handlebar ............................. Floating Blade selection: ............................25 mm ....................Fixed blades (number/thickness) 18 / 3 mm ...................Loose blades (number/thickness) 34 / 2.5 mm ..................Double Cut blades (number/thickness) 31 / 1.5 mm Depth setting ....................front: continuous (stepless) ..............................

  • Page 41: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    • PrEN 13684 Garden equipment - Pedestrian controlled lawn aerators and scarifiers - Safety • DIN 33402 : Body measures The ELIET machine factory hereby declares that after performing a hazard analysis, it is fully aware of the potential hazards and risks associated with the machine. Based upon this knowl- edge, the necessary steps have been taken in line with Machine Directive 89/392/EEC in order to ensure full operator safety at correct use of the machine.

  • Page 42: Warranty Conditions

    At ELIET, we have strict quality rules on designing and manufacturing products. The purpose of these rules is to guarantee a long service life and permanent safety. That is why ELIET is happy to repair any hidden defects or faults during the whole run-in period (i.e. the warranty period) free of charge, provided the prescribed procedure is followed.
  • Page 43 • Step 4 : The dealer orders the parts needed to perform the repairs. Next, the dealer faxes the order form together with the completed warranty form and a copy of the registration card. • Step 5 : The warranty form must be stapled to the purchase invoice and sent to ELIET or an importer/agent of ELIET.

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