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OWNER'S MANUAL
AMBUSH iS
640691
ISSUED JULY, 2014
REVISED NOVEMBER, 2015

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL AMBUSH iS 640691 ISSUED JULY, 2014 REVISED NOVEMBER, 2015...
  • Page 2 Most service procedures can be accomplished using common tools. Perform service procedures at intervals shown in the Periodic Service Schedule located elsewhere in this manual. Repair or replacement parts are available through your BAD BOY BUGGIES retailer. The following information is needed when contacting us concerning service or parts for your vehicle:...
  • Page 3 Bad Boy Buggies reserves the right to incorporate engineering and design changes to products in this manual, without obligation to include these changes on units sold previously. The information contained in this manual may be revised periodically by Bad Boy Buggies, and therefore is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 4: Battery Disposal

    FORWARD This vehicle has been designed and manufactured in the United States of America (USA). The Standards and Specifications listed in the following text originate in the USA unless otherwise indicated. When servicing engines, all adjustments and replacement components must be per original vehicle specifications in order to maintain the United States of america Federal and State emission certification applicable at the time of manufacture.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY GENERAL ......................... 1 GENERAL OPERATION....................2 MAINTENANCE ........................ 3 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS................... 4 LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS................... 5 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS VEHICLE DIMENSIONS ....................9 INTRODUCTION FEATURES ........................11 General Information ..................11 OPERATING PROCEDURES PIN AND SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION................ 15 BEFORE INITIAL USE....................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS DIFFERENTIAL LOCK..................... 26 DUMP BED ........................26 REAR FACING SEAT / LOAD DECK ................27 WINCH OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED WITH WINCH) ............. 27 Winch Application ....................27 MAINTENANCE VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE................... 31 TRANSPORTING VEHICLE .................... 31 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE....................32 LIFTING THE VEHICLE....................
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS At Each Charging Cycle ..................40 Monthly ....................... 40 Temperature Affects Battery Capacity ............... 41 Electrolyte Level and Water ................41 Cleaning Batteries ....................43 Battery Removal and Installation ............... 43 Storage ....................... 45 Battery Charging ....................45 BATTERY FAULT DIAGNOSIS ..................
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Notes: Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. SAFETY This manual has been designed to assist in maintaining the vehicle in accordance with procedures developed by the manufacturer.

  • Page 10: General Operation

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Never modify the vehicle in any way that will alter the weight distribution of the vehicle, decrease it’s stability, or increase the speed or extend the stopping distance beyond the factory specifica- tion.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. operating correctly, take time to consider the safety of yourself and others around you. Some components are heavy, spring-loaded, highly corrosive, explosive, may produce high amperage, or reach high temperatures.

  • Page 12: Labels And Pictograms

    SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS WARNING USE CAUTION IN OPERATOR MUST OPERATE FROM BE MIN 4 FT-11 IN INCLEMENT WEATHER DRIVERS SIDE OCCUPANT MUST NO PUBLIC FOR INFORMATION...
  • Page 13 SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. LABELS AND PICTOGRAMS OPERATOR MUST OPERATE FROM WARNING USE CAUTION IN INCLEMENT WEATHER BE MIN 4 FT-11 IN DRIVERS SIDE OCCUPANT MUST NO PUBLIC FOR INFORMATION...
  • Page 14 SAFETY Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Failure to follow these instructions could result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY ALWAYS remain PROPERLY SEATED with SEAT BELT FASTENED and HOLDING ON. ONLY 2 occupants on bench seat.

  • Page 15: General Specifications

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: BAD BOY BUGGIES - AMBUSH iS TYPE: GAS / ELECTRIC PARALLEL DRIVE VEHICLE MODEL YEAR: 2015 Part No:.

  • Page 16: Vehicle Dimensions

    GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. VEHICLE DIMENSIONS 76.5” (194.3 cm) 52.5” (133.5 cm) 70” (177.8 cm) 43.75” (111.1 cm) 112” Front and Rear Wheels (284.5 cm) 113”...
  • Page 17 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 18 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. INTRODUCTION FEATURES General Information If the vehicle is equipped with factory installed custom accessories, some accessories remain operational with the key switch in the ‘OFF’...
  • Page 20 INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. tank, with ‘F’ indicating a full tank and ‘E’ indicating an empty fuel tank. The fuel gauge is equipped with a low oil pres- sure indicator.
  • Page 21 INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. 13. Park Brake The hand operated park brake is located in the middle of the floor- board. The function of the park brake is to keep the vehicle from inad- vertent movement when in a stationary position.
  • Page 22 INTRODUCTION Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. 19. Head Protection Rubber pads provide head protection while driving over rough terrain. They are a standard safety feature on the vehicle and should not be altered or removed.

  • Page 23: Operating Procedures

    Part A PIN Plate Improper use of this vehicle could result in severe injury or death. The AMBUSH is a light duty util- ity vehicle, NOT an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV). To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death resulting from loss of vehicle control the follow-...

  • Page 24: Before Initial Use

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Always bring the vehicle to a complete stop before shifting the direction selector. Do not take vehicle out of gear while in motion (coast). Check area behind vehicle before operating in reverse.

  • Page 25: Portable Charger

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Hydrogen gas is generated as a natural part of the lead acid battery charging process. A 4% con- centration of hydrogen gas is explosive and could cause severe injury or death.

  • Page 26: Using The Charger

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Looping the DC cord through the steering wheel when charging serves as a good reminder to store the cord out of the way when finished with charging.

  • Page 27: Operating The Vehicle

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. To keep seat belts in proper working condition, do the following: • Inspect the seat belt webbing and hardware periodically. Check for cuts, frays or loose parts. Replace components if excessive wear or damage is noticed.

  • Page 28: Common Sense Operation

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Pressing accelerator pedal may cause inadvertent vehicle movement. Turn the key to the ‘OFF’ position whenever the vehicle is parked. To prevent inadvertent movement when the vehicle is to be left unattended, engage the park brake, turn key to ‘OFF’...

  • Page 29: Starting And Driving

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. When driving, be aware of environmental hazards such as steep slopes, overhanging limbs, etc. Be aware of the danger of fire when the gasoline powered vehicle is operated over dry combustible organic material.

  • Page 30: Starting The Vehicle On A Hill

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. • Release the parking brake. • Turn the key to the desired direction; F for forward or R for reverse. •...

  • Page 31: Starting The Vehicle With Discharged Battery

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Do not overfill engine. Too much oil may cause smoking or allow oil to enter the air filter enclosure. The oil dipstick/fill cap must be in place before operating the engine.

  • Page 32: Fuel

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. FUEL To decrease the risk of severe injury or death from improper fuel handling: Do not smoke near the fuel tank. Do not add fuel near open flame or electrical items that can cause a spark.

  • Page 33: Late Production Fuel Tank

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Late Production Fuel Tank Late production fuel tanks can be identified by the location of the fuel cap which is located in the rear of the top of the tank as shown.

  • Page 34: Differential Lock

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. DIFFERENTIAL LOCK To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death from loss of control while vehicle is in motion, do not engage front differential lock while turning steering wheel.

  • Page 35: Rear Facing Seat / Load Deck

    OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. REAR FACING SEAT / LOAD DECK Passengers should never be allowed to ride on the load deck. Severe injury or death could result if they should fall out or the vehicle is involved in an accident or sudden maneuver.
  • Page 36 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. up’ on an object, the vehicle will stop. If the vehicle cannot be pushed off the obstruction, it will have to be pulled off using the winch.
  • Page 37 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Incorrect Correct Do Not Pull at Angle Do not pull at an angle. This will cause the wire cable to pile up on one end of the winch. This may jam the winch causing damage to the cable and/or the winch.
  • Page 38 OPERATING PROCEDURES Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. MAINTENANCE VEHICLE CLEANING AND CARE To reduce the possibility of severe injury or vehicle damage, read and understand all instructions supplied by manufacturer of pressure washer.

  • Page 40: Routine Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Preventive maintenance, applied at recommended intervals, is the best guarantee for keeping the vehicle dependable. This vehicle will give years of satisfactory service, providing it receives regular maintenance. Refer to the PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE for appropriate service intervals.

  • Page 41: Light Bulb Replacement

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT To reduce the possibility of premature bulb failure, do not touch new bulbs with bare fingers. Use clean, dry tissue or paper towel to handle the glass portion of the bulb.

  • Page 42: Wheel Installation

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. If the tire is flat, raise vehicle and remove wheel. Refer to ‘Lifting the Vehicle’ for proper lifting procedure and safety infor- mation.

  • Page 43: Brakes

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Adjust both tie rods equally to obtain the correct toe-out. Hold tie rod (2) with an open end wrench, loosen the jam nut (1) and turn the adjustment shaft (3) to move the wheel in the desired direction.

  • Page 44: Bleeding Brakes

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Bleeding Brakes Tool List Qty. Tool List Qty. Hose ................ A/R Clean Container ............1 Brake Fluid, DOT 3..........A/R Wrench, 1/4”...

  • Page 45: Gas Powertrain

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. GAS POWERTRAIN Engine This vehicle is powered by a 28hp Subaru V-Twin Cylinder OHV engine. For all maintenance procedures for the gas engine refer to the Subaru Manual located in Appendix A of this owner’s guide.

  • Page 46: System Test

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. System Test At monthly intervals, test the controller by setting the MODE switch to ELEC and allowing the vehicle to roll down an incline with the accelerator pedal released.

  • Page 47: Battery Disposal

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Hydrogen gas is formed when charging batteries. Do not charge batteries without adequate venti- lation. A 4% concentration of hydrogen gas is explosive. Be sure that the key switch is off and all electrical accessories are turned off before starting work on the vehicle.

  • Page 48: Battery Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Battery Maintenance Tool List Qty. Tool List Qty. Insulated Wrench, 9/16” ..........1 Battery Carrier............. 1 Insulated Wrench, 1/2” ..........1 Hydrometer ..............

  • Page 49: Temperature Affects Battery Capacity

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Temperature Affects Battery Capacity Battery storage capacity is affected by the temperature; the colder it is, the less energy it is able to store; as temperature increases so does the storage capacity of the battery.
  • Page 50 MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Over the life of the battery, a considerable amount of water is Impurity Parts Per consumed. It is important that the water used be pure and free Million of contaminants that could reduce the life of the battery by reducing the chemical reaction.

  • Page 51: Cleaning Batteries

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Cleaning Batteries When cleaning the outside of the batteries and terminals, do not use a water hose without first spraying the batteries with a solution of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and water to neutralize any acid deposits.
  • Page 52 MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. If the batteries are replaced, make sure they are the exact type and model originally supplied with the vehicle. Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.

  • Page 53: Storage

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Storage During periods of storage, the batteries will need attention to keep them maintained and prevent discharge. In winter conditions, the battery must be fully charged to pre- vent the possibility of freezing.

  • Page 54: Hydrometer

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. result in a vehicle that runs slowly or in a vehicle that is unable to operate for the time required. A new battery must mature before it will develop its maximum capacity.

  • Page 55: Using A Hydrometer

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Using A Hydrometer ELECTROLYTE Draw electrolyte into the hydrometer several times to TEMPERATURE permit the thermometer to adjust to the electrolyte tem- °F °C perature and note the reading.

  • Page 56: Gas Engine

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Gas Engine To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death resulting from a possible explosion: Do not handle fuel in an area that is not adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near the fuel tank or refuel near open flame or electrical items which could produce a spark.

  • Page 57: Capacities And Replacement Parts

    MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. ALL TORQUE FIGURES ARE IN FT. LBS. (Nm) Unless otherwise noted in text, tighten all hardware in accordance with this chart. This chart specifies 'lubricated' torque figures.
  • Page 58 MAINTENANCE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 59: Periodic Service Schedule

    PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE CH - CHECK C&A - CHECK & ADJUST CL - CLEAN R - REPLACE REMARKS Tires - pressure, condition of tires &...
  • Page 60 PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 61: Subaru Engine Operators Manual

    APPENDIX A Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. APPENDIX A SUBARU ENGINE OPERATORS MANUAL Safety Precautions .....................................1 Components .......................................4 Pre-operation Checks..................................5 Battery Installation ....................................7 Operating Your Engine ..................................9 Easy Troubleshooting..................................11 Spark Arrestor (Optional) .................................13 Maintenance Schedule ..................................14...
  • Page 62 EH72 FI 2ZZ9990168 (英 ・ 仏 ・ 西) OHV Gasoline Engines...
  • Page 63 (California Proposition 65) WARNING : The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. (California only) AIR INDEX To show compliance with California emission regulations, a hangtag has been provided displaying the Air Index level and durability period of this engine.
  • Page 65 FOREWORD Thank you very much for purchasing a ROBIN ENGINE. Engine Emission label Engine serial No. Your ROBIN ENGINE can supply the power to operate various sorts of machines and equipment. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the proper operation and maintenance procedures in order to maximize the safe and efficient use of this product.
  • Page 66 CONTENTS 1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ 1 2. COMPONENTS ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ 4 3.
  • Page 67 SYMBOLS...

  • Page 68: Safety Precautions

    1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please make sure you review each precaution carefully. EXHAUST PRECAUTIONS Never inhale exhaust gas. ■ It contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless and extremely dangerous gas which can cause unconsciousness or death. Never operate the engine indoors or ■...
  • Page 69 PROTECTIVE COVER Place the protective covers over ■ the rotating parts. If rotating parts such as the drive shaft, pulley, belt, etc. are left exposed, they are potentially hazardous. To prevent injury, equip them with protective covers or shrouds. Be careful of hot parts. ■...
  • Page 70 Drain the fuel when transporting ■ the engine. Do not move the engine while in ■ operation when it has been removed from the equipment. Keep the unit dry (do not operate it in ■ rainy conditions). PRE-OPERATION CHECKS. Carefully check fuel hoses and ■...

  • Page 71: Components

    2. COMPONENTS Air cleaner cover Key switch Speed control lever Control box Warning lamp Spark plug cap Fuel filter Blower housing Fuel pump Oil cooler Throttle body Oil filler cap Hook Spark plug cap Governor lever Engine emission label Voltage Oil filter regulator Oil gauge...

  • Page 72: Pre-Operation Checks

    3. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS STD-type Option CHECK ENGINE OIL (DAILY) gauge Before checking or refilling engine oil, be sure the engine is not running and is located on a stable, level surface. If the oil level is below the lower level ■...
  • Page 73 CHECK FUEL WARNING Do not refuel while smoking, near an Rubber pipe open flame or other potential hazards. Fuel filter NOTE : THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON AUTOMOTIVE UNLEADED GASOLINE. Fuel inlet The fuel tank shall be provided Fuel pump ■...

  • Page 74: Battery Installation

    4. BATTERY INSTALLATION For electric starter operation, proper electric wiring arrangements are needed before normal engine operation. PARTS NEEDED Use a battery rated 12V-36AH or ■ larger. Use a proper cable and ground wire ■ to connect battery and key switch and electric starter.

  • Page 75: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING Connect positive terminal of ■ electric starter and positive terminal of the battery with battery cable. Ground negative terminal of the ■ battery to the body of engine or Cable machine with ground wire. NOTE Electric starter Tighten bolts and nuts on terminals Battery terminal securely so they will not be loosened...

  • Page 76: Operating Your Engine

    5. OPERATING YOUR ENGINE NOTE ELECTRIC STARTER Following operating method is for the STD type speed control lever. As to the fixed type speed control lever (exp. Generator spec.), do WARNING not move it otherwise the LAMP generator component such as (Light up) voltage regulator...
  • Page 77 RUNNING STOPPING SPEED CONTROL LEVER SPEED CONTROL LEVER After the engine starts, set the Set the speed control lever at the speed control lever at the low low speed position and allow the speed position and warm it up engine to run at low speed for 2 or without load for a few minutes.

  • Page 78: Easy Troubleshooting

    6. EASY TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN ENGINE WILL NOT START: Perform the following checks before you take the engine to your Robin dealer. ■ If you still have trouble after completing the checks, take the engine to your ■ nearest Robin dealer. Is there enough compression? If the spark plug is loose, tighten it.
  • Page 79 About the Warning Lamp Check the oil if the warning lamp illuminates while driving. ■ (Refer to Section "3. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS" for instructions.) Have the vehicle inspected at a dealer or maintenance shop if the warning light ■ is flashing while driving. Is your battery well charged ? Check the battery, it may be discharged and unable to operate the electric...

  • Page 80: Spark Arrestor (Optional)

    7. SPARK ARRESTER (OPTIONAL) In a dry or wooded area, it is recommendable to use the product with a spark arrester. Some areas require the use of a spark arrester. Please check your local laws and regulations before operating your product. The spark arrester must be cleaned regularly to keep it functioning as designed.

  • Page 81: Maintenance Schedule

    8. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT, OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY NONROAD ENGINE REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL. DAILY INSPECTION Before running the engine, check the following service items. Enough gasoline Excessive vibration,noise Clean air cleaner element Safe surroundings Enough clean engine oil Leakage of gasoline and engine oil...
  • Page 82 Periodic Maintenance Schedule table Every 8 Every Every Every Every Maintenance Items hours 1000 hours hours hours (Daily) hours Clean engine and check bolts and nuts ● (Daily) Check and refill engine oil (Refill daily to upper level) ● ● Change engine oil (*Note 1) (Every 100 hours) ●...

  • Page 83: How-To" Maintenance

    9. "HOW-TO" MAINTENANCE INSPECTING THE SPARK PLUG Clean off carbon deposits on the ■ spark plug electrode using a plug cleaner or wire brush. Check electrode gap. ■ 0.7 to 0.8 mm Adjust gap to : (0.03 in) 0.7mm to 0.8mm (0.03 inches) Use a proper spark plug : ■...
  • Page 84 ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT Initial engine oil filter replacement ■ should be performed after 20 hours of operation. Thereafter replace the engine oil filter every 200 hours. When installing a new oil filter, apply ■ oil to O-ring, attach the oil filter in position and tighten 2/3 turns by hand or with wrench after touching the O-ring to the sealing surface of...
  • Page 85 Paper element ■ Clean by tapping gently to remove dirt and blow off dust. Never use oil. Clean or replace the paper element every 50 hours of operation, and replace element set every 200 hours or once a year. Clean and replace air cleaner elements more often when operating in dusty environments.
  • Page 86 CHECKING BATTERY WARNING Battery electrolyte is an acid and is poisonous and corrosive. Serious injury results from contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. If the electrolyte fluid is below level line, refill battery with distilled water. HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION The FI system is installed in this engine.

  • Page 87: Preparations For Storage

    10. PREPARATIONS FOR STORAGE USE UP THE FUEL WARNING Flame Prohibited If you will not use the engine for more than 1 month, run the engine until there is no fuel left, and then store the equipment in a location with low humidity in order to prevent start-up problems and operation trouble due to deterioration of the fuel.

  • Page 88: Specifications

    11. SPECIFICATIONS MODEL EH72 FI Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke, V-Twin Cylinder, Horizontal P.T.O. shaft, Type OHV Gasoline Engine Bore x stroke mm(in) 2-84 x 65 (3.31 x 2.56) Displacement (cu. in) 720 (43.9) Continuous Output 14.9 (20.0) / 3600 kW (HP) / rpm Maximum Output 2 .
  • Page 89 (Proposition pour la Californie 65) AVERTISSEMENT: L'échappement du moteur de ce produit contient des produits chimiques connus par l'État de la Californie comme étant capables de causer le cancer, des défauts de naissance ou tout autre défaut de reproduction. (Seulement pour la Californie) INDICE D'AIR Pour indiquer la conformité...
  • Page 91 PREAMBULE Nous vous remercions d'avoir acquis un MOTEUR ROBIN. Étiquette d'émission du moteur Nº DE SÉRIE DU MOTEUR Prenez le temps de vous familiariser avec les procédures de mise en marche, de fonctionnement et de maintenance, pour utiliser votre moteur dans les meilleures conditions de SECURITE et de PERFORMANCES.
  • Page 92 SOMMAIRE 1. SECURITE ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ 1 2.
  • Page 93 SYMBOLES...

  • Page 94: Securite

    1. SECURITE Veuillez suivre ces conseils pour une utilisation correcte et sûre de votre moteur. ECHAPPEMENT Ne jamais respirer les gaz ■ d'échappement. Ceux-ci contiennent de l'oxyde de carbone, un gaz incolore, inodore et extrêmement dangereux pouvant entraîner la perte de conscience ou la mort.
  • Page 95 PROTECTIONS Installer des protections sur les ■ pièces en mouvement. Si vous utilisez des équipements tels que poulies, courroies, etc..., protégez-les avec un cache pour éviter tout accident. Faire attention aux pièces ■ brulantes. Le pot d'échappement et d'autres pièces du moteur sont très chaudes lors de la marche ou juste après l'arrêt du moteur.
  • Page 96 Vidanger le carburant avant de ■ transporter le moteur. Ne pas déplacer le moteur lorqu'il ■ est en marche. Garder le moteur au sec (ne pas ■ l’utiliser sous la pluie). VERIFICATIONS AVENT LE DEMARRAGE Vérifier le bon serrage et l'absence ■...

  • Page 97: Description

    2. DESCRIPTION Couvercle du filtre a air Contacteur à cl Levier de Commande de regime Boîte de commande Ecartement Témoin d’alarme dela bougie Filtre à carburant Carter du ventilateur Pumpe de carburant Chapeau de Refroidisseur d’huile remplissage d'huile Corps de commande des gaz Crochet Ecartement dela bougie...

  • Page 98: Verification Avant Demarrage

    3. VERIFICATION AVANT DEMARRAGE Type STD Option VERIFICATION DU NIVEAU Jauge D'HUILE (QUOTIDIENNE) d'huile Avant de procéder au contrôle du niveau d'huile ou à l'appoint d'huile, vérifier que le moteur est à l'arrêt et qu'il se trouve sur une surface stable et horizontale. Refaire le niveau si nécessaire avec ■...
  • Page 99 VERIFICATION DU CARBURANT ATTENTION Tuyau en Ne pas remplir le réservoir caoutchouc lorsque le moteur est en marche, Filtre à près d'une cigarette ou près d'une carburant flamme. NOTE : Arrivee du CE MOTEUR EST CERTIFIÉ POUR carburant L’USAGE AVEC L’ESSENCE SANS Pumpe de PLOMB POUR AUTOMOBILE.

  • Page 100: Installation De La Batterie

    4. INSTALLATION DE LA BATTERIE Pour garantir le bon fonctionnement du moteur de démarrage, procéder à la mise en place du câblage électrique avant de mettre le moteur en fonction normalement. PIECES NECESSAIRES Utiliser une batterie de 12V-36AH ou ■ plus si possible.
  • Page 101 RESEAU ELECTRIQUE Raccorder le plot positif du ■ démarreur électrique et le plot positif de la batterie à l'aide d'un câble de batterie. Brancher la borne négative de la ■ batterie sur le corps du moteur ou Cable sur la machine qui lui est accouplée.

  • Page 102: Utilisation

    5. UTILISATION NOTE TIRETTE DU STARTER La méthode de fonctionnement suivante concerne le levier de MARCHE commande de vitesse de type STD. Quant au levier de commande de vitesse de type fixé (exemple spéc. TÉMOIN D’ALARME du générateur), ne le déplacez pas (s’allume) sinon le composant du générateur START...
  • Page 103 MARCHE ARRET LEVIER DE COMMANDE LEVIER DE COMMANDE DE REGIME DE REGIME Mettre le levier enposition de Après le démarrage du moteur ralenti et faire tourner le moteur mettre le levier en position ralenti pour faire chauffer pandant ainsi pendant 2 à 3 minutes, avant quelques minutes le moteur.

  • Page 104: Recherche Des Pannes

    6. RECHERCHE DES PANNES QUAND LE MOTEUR NE PART PAS Vérifiez ces quelques points avant de contacter votre revendeur ROBIN. ■ Si cela ne suffit pas, n'hésitez pas à porter votre moteur chez le revendeur ■ ROBIN le plus proche. Est-ce que la bougie est mouillée avec de l’essence? Si la bougie est desserrée, revissez-la.
  • Page 105 A propos du témoin d’alarme Vérifier l'huile pour voir si la lampe d'alarme est illuminée durant la conduite. ■ (Voir la Section “3. VERIFICATION AVANT DEMARRAGE” pour les instructions.) Faire inspecter le véhicule par l’atelier du concessionnaire ou un centre d'entre- ■...

  • Page 106: Pare-Étincelles (Optionnel)

    7. PARE-ÉTINCELLES (OPTIONNEL) Dans une région sèche et boisée, il est recommandé de doter le produit d’un pare- étincelles. Certaines zones requièrent l’utilisation d’un pare-étincelles. Consultez les lois et recommandations en vigueur localement avant de mettre votre produit en fonc- tion.

  • Page 107: Tableau De Maintenance

    8. TABLEAU DE MAINTENANCE L’ENTRETIEN, LE REMPLACEMENT OU LA RÉPARATION DES DIPOSITIFS ET SYSTÈMES ANTIPOLLUTION PEUVENT ÊTRE EXÉCUTÉS PAR TOUT ÉTABLISSEMENT OU PROFESSIONNEL DE LA RÉPARATION DES MOTEURS NON ROUTIERS. VERIFICATION QUOTIDIENNE Avant d'utiliser le moteur vérifier les points suivants. Assez d'essence Pas de bruits arormaux Filtre à...
  • Page 108 Tableau d'entretien périodique Toutes les Toutes Toutes Toutes Toutes Points d’entretien 8 heures les 50 les 200 les 500 les 1000 (Chaque jour) heures heures heures heures Nettoyer le moteur et verifier ecrous et boulons ● (Chaque jour) Verifier et refaire plein d'huile (remplir au niveau supérieur tous les jours) ●...

  • Page 109: Comment Reparer

    9. COMMENT REPAPER VERIFICATION DE LA BOUGIE Nettoyer la bougie à la brosse ■ métallique. Contrôler l’intervalle des électrodes. ■ Régler l’intervalle sur : 0,7 à 0,8 mm 0,7mm à 0,8mm (0,03 pouces) (0,03 pouces) Utiliser une bogie adaptée : ■...
  • Page 110 CHANGEMENT DU FILTRE A HUILE MOTEUR Le premier remplacement du filtre à ■ huile moteur doit être effectué au bout de 20 heures de marche. Procéder ensuite à ce remplacement toutes les 200 heures d’utilisation. A l’installation d’un filtre à huile moteur ■...
  • Page 111 Elément en papier ■ Nettoyer en tapotant doucement le papier et en soufflant pour enlever la poussière. Ne jamais utiliser d’huile. Nettoyer l'élément en papier toutes les 50 heures de marche et changer cet élément toutes les 200 heures ou tous les ans. Nettoyer et changer plus souvent les éléments du filtre à...
  • Page 112 VERIFICATION DE LA BATTERIE AVERTISSEMENT L'électrolyte de batterie est un acide et, à ce titre, un produit dangereux et corrosif. Des blessures graves peuvent résulter d'un contact avec la peau ou les vêtements. Si le niveau d'électrolyte est trop bas, refaire le plein avec de l'eau distillée. FONCTIONNEMENT DU MOTEUR À...

  • Page 113: Stockage

    10. STOCKAGE UTILISEZ TOUT LE CARBURANT JUSQU’À SON ÉPUISEMENT AVERTISSEMENT Interdit de faire du feu Si vous n'utilisez pas le moteur pour plus d'un mois, faites le marcher jusqu’à ce que le carburant soit complètement épuisé, puis rangez l'équipement dans un endroit présentant une basse humidité...

  • Page 114: Spécifications

    11. SPÉCIFICATIONS MODÉLE EH72 FI Moteur à essence à ACT, arbre de prise de mouvement Type horizontal, double cylindre en V, 4 temps, refroidi par air Course x alésage 2-84 x 65 (3.31 x 2.56) mm(pouces) 720 (43,9) Cylindrée (cu. pouces) Puissance continue 14,9 (20,0) / 3600 kW (CV) / tr/mn...
  • Page 115 (California solamente) ÍNDICE DE AIRE Para mostrar el cumplimiento de las regulaciones sobre las emisiones de California, se ha colocado una etiqueta que muestra el nivel de Índice de aire y el período de durabilidad de este motor. El nivel del Índice de aire define el grado de limpieza de las emisiones de escape del motor en un período de tiempo.
  • Page 117 INTRODUCCIÓN Muchas gracias por comprar un MOTOR ROBIN. Etiqueta de emisiones del motor Nº. de seire del motor Este motor ROBIN suministrará la energía necesaria para poder alimentar diferentes máquinas y equipos. Tómese el tiempo necesario para familiarizarse con los proce- dimientos apropiados de operación y mantenimiento a fin de lograr la máxima seguridad y rendimiento de este producto.
  • Page 118 ÍNDICE 1. MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ 1 2. COMPONENTES ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ 4 3.
  • Page 119 SÍMBOLOS...

  • Page 120: Medidas De Seguridad

    1. MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD Por favor siga cada una de las si-guientes indicaciones : CON LOS GASES DE ESCAPE No inhale nunca los gases de escape. ■ Éstos contienen monóxido de carbono, un gas incoloro, inodoro y extremada- mente peligroso, que puede causar la pérdida de conocimiento e incluso la muerte.
  • Page 121 CUBIERTA PROTECTORA Coloque las cubiertas protectoras ■ sobre las piezas giratorias. Si las partes giratorias (eje, polea, correa, etc.) están al descubierto, suponen un peligro potencial. Para evitar riesgos personales, equípelas con cubiertas protectoras. Tenga cuidado con las piezas ■ calientes.
  • Page 122 Vacíe el depósito de combustible ■ antes de transportar el motor. No mueva el motor si está encen- ■ dido cuando haya sido sacado del equipo. Mantenga la unidad seca. (No opere el ■ motor bajo la lluvia). COMPROBACIONES PREVIAS AL FUNCIONAMIENTO Compruebe cuidadosamente que los ■...
  • Page 123 2. COMPONENTES Tapa filtro aire Contacto Palanca acelerador Panel de control Lámpara de alarma Capuchón bujía Filtro del combustible Conductor aire Bomba combustible Enfriador de aceite Tapón llenado aceite Cuerpo de la mariposa Enganche Capuchón bujía Palanca regulador Etiqueta de emisiones del motor Regulador voltaje...

  • Page 124: Controles Previos Al Funcionamiento

    3. CONTROLES PREVIOS AL FUNCIONAMIENTO Tipo estándar Opcional NIVEL DE ACEITE (DIARIO) Cala Antes de rellenar o comprobar el nivel de aceite aceite, asegúrese de que el motor esté apagado y sobre una superficie nivelada. Si el nivel de aceite está por debajo de ■...
  • Page 125 CONTROL DEL COMBUSTIBLE ¡CUIDADO! Tubo de goma No reposte mientras fume ni cerca de llamas u otros peligros Filtro del combustible potenciales. NOTA : ESTE MOTOR ESTÁ CERTIFICADO PARA Entrada FUNCIONAR CON GASOLINA SIN PLOMO combustible PARA AUTOMÓVILES. Bomba combustible Se puede proporcionar el tanque de ■...

  • Page 126: Instalación De La Batería

    4. INSTALACIÓN DE LA BATERÍA Para el encendido del motor, es necesario realizar una instalación de cables antes del funcionamiento normal del motor. PIEZAS NECESARIAS Utilice una batería de 12V-36AH o ■ más. Emplee un cable adecuado y un cable ■...
  • Page 127 CABLEADO Conecte el terminal positivo del ■ automático al terminal positivo de la batería, con cable de batería. Conecte el terminal negativo de la ■ batería al cuerpo del motor o de la máquina con cable a tierra. Cable NOTA Terminal encendido Apriete los tornillos y tuercas de los Batería...

  • Page 128: Funcionamiento Del Motor

    5. FUNCIONAMIENTO DEL MOTOR NOTA TIRADOR AIRE Para la palanca de control del tipo estándar, se emplea el siguiente MARCHA método de operación. En cuanto a la palanca de control LÁMPARA de la velocidad del tipo fijo DE ALARMA (véanse las especificaciones del (se illumina) generador), no la mueva, porque START...
  • Page 129 FUNCIONAMIENTO PARADA PALANCA ACELERADOR PALANCA ACELERADOR Sitúe la palanca del acelerador en Una vez encendido el motor, sitúe la posición de baja velocidad y la palanca del acelerador en la posición de baja velocidad y deje deje que el motor funcione que se caliente el motor sin carga durante 2 ó...

  • Page 130: Localización Y Reparación Fácil De Averías

    6. LOCALIZACIÓN Y REPARACIÓN FÁCIL DE AVERÍAS CUANDO EL MOTOR NO ARRANCA Realice las siguientes comprobaciones antes de llevar el motor a su distribuidor ■ ROBIN. Si después de comprobar estos puntos sigue teniendo problemas, lleve el motor ■ a su distribuidor ROBIN. ¿Hay suficiente compresión? Si la bujía esta floja, apriétela.
  • Page 131 Acerca de la lámpara de alarma Comprobar el aceite para ver si la lámpara de alarma se ilumina durante la ■ conducción del vehículo. (Véase la Sección “ 3. CONTROLES PREVIOS AL FUNCIONAMIENTO ” para las instrucciones. Hacer examinar el vehículo por el taller del concesionario o un servicio de ■...

  • Page 132: Parachispas (Opcional)

    7. PARACHISPAS (OPCIONAL) En zonas secas o boscosas es recomendable utilizar el producto con un parachispas. Algunas zonas exigen el uso de parachispas. Infórmese sobre las normas y leyes locales antes de utilizar el producto. Es necesario limpiar el parachispas regularmente para garantizar su funcionamiento correcto.

  • Page 133: Plan De Mantenimiento

    8. PLAN DE MANTENIMIENTO EL MANTENIMIENTO, LA SUSTITUCIÓN Y LA REPARACIÓN DE LOS SISTEMAS Y DISPOSITIVOS DE CONTROL DE EMISIONES DEBEN SER REALIZADOS POR UN INDIVIDUO O UN ESTABLECIMIENTO REPARADOR DE MOTORES NONROAD. INSPECCIÓN DIARIA Antes de encender el motor, compruebe los puntos siguientes. Nivel de gasolina Vibración excesiva, ruido Filtro de aire limpio...
  • Page 134 Tabla de mantenimiento periódico Cada Cada Cada Cada Cada Elementos de mantenimiento 8 horas 1000 (Diariamente) horas horas horas horas Limpieza de motor y estado de tuercas y ● (Diario) tornillos Controle y restablezca el aceite del motor (A diario, hasta el nivel superior) ●...

  • Page 135: Comprobaciones Y Mantenimiento Fáciles

    9. COMPROBACIONES Y MANTENIMIENTO FÁCILES INSPECCIÓN DE LA BUJÍA Limpie el electrodo de la bujía de ■ depósitos de carbonilla utilizando un limpiador de bujías o un cepillo de alambre. Compruebe el espacio entre los ■ 0,7 a 0,8 mm electrodos.
  • Page 136 CAMBIO DEL FILTRO DE ACEITE Cambio inicial: a las 20 horas. ■ Siguientes cambios: cada 200 horas. ■ Al instalar un nuevo filtro, ponga aceite ■ en la arandela, coloque el filtro en su sitio y apriételo 2/3 de vuelta, a mano o con una llave, una vez que la aran- dela toque la superficie de sella-do del motor.
  • Page 137 Limpieza del elemento de papel ■ Limpie golpeando suavemente y soplándole el polvo. Nunca utilice aceite. Limpie o cambie el elemento cada 50 horas y cámbielo cada 200 o una vez al año. Limpie y cambie el filtro de aire con más frecuencia si trabaja en ambien- tes polvorientos.
  • Page 138 REVISIÓN DE LA BATERÍA ¡CUIDADO! El líquido de la batería es un ácido venenoso y corrosivo. Se pueden producir serios daños si hay contacto con la piel, ojos y ropa. Si el nivel del líquido de la batería es bajo, rellénela con agua destilada. FUNCIONAMIENTO DEL MOTOR A ALTA ALTITUD Este motor está...

  • Page 139: Preparativos Para El Almacenamiento

    10. PREPARATIVOS PARA EL ALMACENAMIENTO UTILICE TODO EL COMBUSTIBLE HASTA SU AGOTAMIENTO CUIDADO Prohibido fumar Si no se utiliza el motor para más de un mes, operar el motor hasta que el combustible esté agotado completa- mente, luego almacenar el equipo en un lugar que presenta baja humedad con el fin de evitar todos los problemas de arranque y funcionamiento debido...

  • Page 140: Especificaciones Técnicas

    11. ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS MODELO EH72 FI Enfriamiento de aire, 4 tiempos, cilindro doble en V, Tipo árbol de toma de fuerza horizontal (P.T.O.), motor de gasolina OHV Diámetro x carrera mm(pul.) 2-84 x 65 (3,31 x 2,56) Desplazamiento 720 (43,9) (Cúbico-pul.) Potencia contínua 14,9 (20,0) / 3600...
  • Page 141 ISSUE EMD-EU6943 PRINTED IN USA December 2009...
  • Page 142 APPENDIX A Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers. Notes: Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 143 Read the following warnings before operating vehicle: Read the following information and warnings before operating vehicle: In any product, components will eventually fail to perform prop- erly as the result of normal use, age, wear or abuse. It is virtually impossible to anticipate all possible component failures or the manner in which they may fail.
  • Page 144 CONTACT US: Bad Boy Buggies 1451 Marvin Griffin Road Augusta, Georgia 30906-3852 USA FAX: 855-256-9900 E-mail: info@badboybuggies.com For parts and repair, contact local dealer. Dealers can be located at www.BADBOYBUGGIES.com Copyrighted Material This manual may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express permission of E-Z-GO Division of Textron Inc.,...

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