MEEC TOOLS 013712 2.5 kW Rotavator Instruction Manual

MEEC TOOLS 013712 2.5 kW Rotavator

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read these instructions carefully and familiarize yourself with the controls on the product and how they are used.

IMPORTANT:
The engine is supplied without oil and petrol. Always fill up with fuel and engine oil before using for the first time. Do not run the enginewithout enough oil – risk of serious engine damage.

• Never allow children, or anyone who is unfamiliar with the product and these instructions, to use it. There may be local regulations for the minimum age of
  persons allowed to use the product.

• Do not use the product when other persons, especially children, or pets, are in the vicinity.

• The user is responsible for any accidents or risks to other persons or property.

• Do not use the product if you are tired, ill, upset, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

• Do not modify the product.

• Risk of hearing impairment. Wear ear protection. The user must have ear protection, which also others in the vicinity can need to use.

• Noisy work should be limited to specific periods.

• Rest at regular intervals. Failure to take sufficiently long and frequent breaks can result in vibration injuries.

• Exposure to vibrations from the prolonged use of petrol-powered hand tools can result in circulation injuries.

• Do not use the product in bad weather.

• Prolonged use in cold weather has been linked to blood vessel injuries in otherwise healthy people. If symptoms such as numbness, pain, weakness, swelling, changes in skin colour or loss of feeling in fingers, hands and joints should occur, stop using the machine and seek medical attention.
  BEFORE USE

• Always wear heavy-duty shoes and long trousers when using the product. Do not use the product barefoot or wearing open shoes.

• Carefully inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove any objects that can be thrown up.

• Always use clean, fresh unleaded petrol.

• Be careful when handling fuel – it is highly flammable. Store out of the reach of children.

• Only refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine switched off. Keep petrol away from sparks and naked flames, and do not smoke where petrol is stored or when filling petrol. Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel and/or inhalation of fuel fumes.

• Petrol is highly flammable and can in some circumstances be explosive.

• Only store fuel in an approved container. Fill up with fuel outdoors. Smoking prohibited!

• Fill up with fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel while the engine is running. Allow the engine to cool before filling with fuel.

• Do not start the product if fuel has been spilled. Move the product away from any spilt fuel before starting. Be careful not to ignite spilled petrol. Replace the fuel cap and fuel tank cover properly.

• Repair/replace the muffler if it gets damaged.

• Always check the product before use to make sure that the rotating blades are not worn or damaged.
  HOW TO USE

• Do not use the product if any parts are missing or damaged – risk of serious personal injury.

• Do not run the engine in confined spaces where noxious carbon dioxide can accumulate.

• Only use the product in daylight, or in good artificial lighting.

• Make sure you always have a good footing on sloping ground.

• Use the machine carefully. Never run with the product. Be very careful on uneven surfaces.

• Switch off the product if it has to be tilted when moving it over to another area.

• Never use the product if the guards or covers are dismantled or damaged.

• Never use the product without the safety devices.

• Do not change the speed governor setting and do not over rev the engine.

• Disengage and put all the controls in neutral mode before starting the engine.

• Start the engine carefully according to the instructions. Keep your feet away from the rotating blades.

• Do not tilt the product when starting the motor.

• Never put your hands or feet near, or under, rotating parts.

• Never lift or carry the product when the motor is running.

• Switch off the engine, release the cap from the spark plug, and wait until all moving parts have completely stopped in the following situations.

• Before clearing blockages or cleaning the ejector.

• Before checking, cleaning or doing any other work on the product.

• If the blades have struck an object.

• Check the product and repair any damage before using it again.

  • If the product starts vibrating abnormally (check immediately).
  • Before leaving the product.
  • Before filling up with fuel.
  • Before transport.

• Reduce the throttle and close the fuel cock (if there is one) before stopping the engine.

• Do not carry out any adjustments while the product is running.

• Do not use your hands or feet to clear the blades. Use a brush, broom or other suitable tool.

• Never start the engine indoors or in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes from the engine contain carbon monoxide, an odourless and highly dangerous gas – risk of serious personal injury and/or death.

• Keep your hands, feet, hair, and loosefitting clothes away from moving parts.

• The engine and exhaust pipe get very hot when in use – risk of burn injuries.

• Do not start the engine without an air filter.

• Always check the blades before use.

• Damaged or blunt blades affect the functionality of the product.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Failure to follow the maintenance instructions can result in the risk of personal injury.
• Make sure that all the screw unions are properly tightened to keep the product in safe condition.
• Never store the product with fuel in the tank in areas with sources of heat.
• Dispose of old fuel in accordance with local regulations.
• Allow the engine to cool before putting away.
• Keep the engine, muffler, battery compartment and area where fuel is stored free from grease, grass, moss, and leaves, etc. -fire risk.
• Replace damaged or worn parts. If the fuel tank needs emptying, do this outside.
• Do not empty the fuel tank in an enclosed area, or near naked flame or other source of heat. Do not smoke.
• Petrol and petrol fumes are highly flammable and can in some situations be explosive.
• Repairs that are not carried out correctly can result in the risk of fatal or serious personal injury and/or damage to the environment.
• Never use petrol or flammable solvents to clean the filter.
• If blades or screws are worn or damaged, always replace the complete set to avoid imbalance.
• Always use original spare parts for repairs.
• Wear safety gloves when handling the blades on the product.

INTENDED USE

• The product must only be used for its intended purpose and in accordance with these instructions. The manufacturer is not liable for any personal injury or damage to equipment resulting from incorrect use. The full responsibility for any such personal injury or material damage rests on the user.

SYMBOLS

| Read the instructions.
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| WARNING!
| Watch out for ejected objects. Keep at a safe distance. Risk of personal injury.
| Watch out for the rotating blades. Risk of personal injury.
| Exhaust fumes from the engine contain carbon monoxide -risk of serious personal injury and/or death. Never start the engine indoors or in an enclosed area.

| Risk of personal injury. Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead from the spark plug before working on the engine.
| | Guaranteed sound power level, LwA.
CE| Approved in accordance with the relevant directives.
| Recycle end-of-life product in accordance with local regulations.

TECHNICAL DATA

• Rated output 2.5 kW
• Nominal speed 3000 rpm
• Displacement 139 cm•
• Starter Cord start
• Oil volume 0.40 I, SAE 10W-30
• Fuel tank capacity 0.80 I
• Rotating blades (/J260 mm
• Working width 360/590 mm
• Sound pressure level, LpA 75.0 dB(A), K=3 dB
• Sound power level, LwA* 90 dB(A), K=3 dB
• Sound power level, LwA** 93 dB(A)
• Vibration level
  • Left handle: 1.721 m/s2 , K=1.5 m/s2
  • Right handle: 1.592 m/s2, K=1.5 m/s2
• Weight 33 kg

Measured, **Guaranteed

Always wear ear protection.
The declared values for vibration and noise, which have been measured according to a standardized test method, can be used to compare different tools with each other and for a preliminary assessment of exposure. The measurement values have been determined in accordance with EN ISO 3744:1995, ISO 11094:1991.

WARNING!
The actual vibration and noise level when using tools may differ from the specified maximum value, depending on how the tool is used and the material. It is therefore necessary to determine which safety precautions are required to protected the user, based on an estimate of exposure in dual operating conditions (taking into account all stages of the work cycle, e.g. the time when the tool is switched off and when it is idling, in addition to the start- up time).

DESCRIPTION

1. Clutch handle
2. Starter handle
3. Carry handle
4. Rotating blades
5. Depth stop
6. Throttle lever
   FIG. 1

ASSEMBLY

NOIE:
Switch off the engine and disconnected the spark plug lead from the spark plug before fitting the blades.

FITTING THE HANDLE
FIG. 2

FITTING THE DEPTH STOP
FIG. 3

FITTING THE BLADES

1. Put the blades on the output shafts on the gearbox.
   FIG. 4
   NOIE:
   The blades must be fitted on the correct side.
   The left blade is marked L and the right is marked R.

2. Align the holes in the blade fasteners with the holes in the shafts and lock in place with the cotters.
   FIG. 5

3. Fit the covers in the holes in the blades to prevent soil getting in.
   FIG. 6

HOW TO USE

IMPORIMT:

• The engine is supplied without oil.
  Fill with SAE-10W30 oil before using for the first time.

• Always check the oil level before use.

ENGINE OIL
Check the oil level

1. Place the product on a level surface with the engine switched off.
2. Unscrew the oil filler plug and wipe the dipstick.
3. Replace the filler plug with the dipstick, without screwing it in.
4. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. The oil level should be between the Max and Min marks.
   NOTE:
   Do not screw in the dipstick when checking the level – just insert it up to the thread.

Fill up with oil

1. Top up with oil if the oil level is near or below the Min mark on the dipstick.
2. Top up to the Max mark on the dipstick.
3. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil.
4. Replace the oil filler plug.

FUEL

NOTE:

• Petrol is a perishable product. Do not buy more petrol than you can use in 30days.
• Do not mix oil in the petrol.
• Do not fill more than to the bottom edge of the filler tube, so that the fuel can expand. Do not overfill the tank.

1. Clean the area around the fuel filler cap before opening.
2. Open the fuel filler cap and check the fuel level.
3. Fill up with fuel if the level is too low. Avoid spilling fuel when filling. Do not overfill. The fuel must not come up the filler tube.
4. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
5. Replace and tighten the cap on the tank by hand.

STARTING/STOPPING

NOTE:

• Before starting, check the fuel level and oil level in the engine.
• Check that the Dutch handle is not locked.

1. Put the throttle lever in the choke position.
2. Get a firm grip on the starter handle. Pull the starter cord slowly until it catches, and then pull quickly.
3. When the engine has started, move the throttle lever to slow mode (tortoise).
4. After that you can select quick mode (hare).
5. Put the throttle lever in position Oto switch off the engine.
   FIG. 7

ROTAVATING

1. Start the blades by pressing the clutch handle against the rotavator handle.
   FIG. 8

2. Stop the rotation of the blades by releasing the clutch handle.

NOTE:
The blades stop rotating when the clutch handle has returned to neutral, but the engine continues to run.

TRANSPORT WHEEL

• Lift up the transport wheel (A) when rotavating. .
• Lower the transport wheel (B) when transporting the rotavator.
  FIG. 9

ADJUSTING THE DEPTH
The rotavating depth is adjusted with the depth stop. There are three positions for the depth stop, see figure 3.

MAINTENANCE

NOTE:
Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug lead from the spark plug before working on the engine.

• Keep the product clean, especially the fuel tank and the engine.
• Lubricate moving parts with a eco-friendly oil.
• Check the blades for wear and damage at regular intervals.
• Service must only be carried out by qualified personnel.

STORAGE
The following preparations are required for storage of more than two weeks.

1. Empty the fuel tank of petrol.
2. Change the oil at the end of every season.
3. Remove the spark plug. Pour 20 ml of fresh engine oil in the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Pull the starter cord slowly several times to distribute the oil in the engine.
4. Replace the spark plug.
5. Clean the rotavator.
6. Store the rotavator out of the reach of children and unauthorized persons in a well ventilated area.

TRANSPORT

1. Empty the fuel tank of petrol.
2. Remove the cap from the spark plug.
3. Empty the oil tank when the engine is warm.
4. If possible, transport the product in its original pack.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Maintenance should be carried out after the specified interval or number of working hours (whichever comes first).

Interval for regular maintenance.| Before using| After 1 month| After3 months| After6 months| After12 months| After24 months
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Sh| 25 h| 50 h| 100 h| 250 h
Engine oil| Check| X| | | | |
Replacement| | X| | X| | X
Air filter| Check| X| | | | |
Replacement| | | | X| |
Spark plug| Check/clean| | | | | X|
Replacement| | | | | | X

TROUBLESHOOTING

that there is fuel in the carburetor, and clear the hole in fuel tank cap with a needle.
The air filter is blocked.| Clean the air filter.
No spark.| Clean or replace the spark plug.
Engine is flooded.| Take out and clean the spark plug, pull the starter cord a few times, and replace the spark plug.
The engine does not run smoothly and/or stops.| Spark plug lead is loose.| Press the spark plug lead firmly on the spark plug.
Unsuitable fuel or clogged fuel line.| Replace with fresh fuel of the right type and/or clean the fuel system.
The hole in fuel tank cap is blocked.| Replace the fuel tank cap.
Water or contaminants in the fuel system.| Empty the fuel tank and fill with new fuel.
The air filter is blocked.| Clean the air filter.
The product stops when idling.

The drive does not work properly.

Heavy vibration.

| Ignition fault, defective spark plug.| Adjust/replace spark plug.
Incorrectly adjusted carburetor.| Adjust the carburetor setting.
The air filter is blocked.| Clean, or replace the air filter.
Adjust the wire tension, if necessary.
Check the tension of the wire to drive lever.
The drive does not work.| Adjust the wire tension, if necessary.
Take the product to an authorized service center to have it checked, and if necessary repaired.
Loose screw connections.
Tighten the screw joints.

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