Operating Instructions
Contents
1. Information on brushing Prior to brushing check the device for completeness proper functioning and cleanliness A dirty ventilation grid can damage the engine and a dirt protective grid at the silencer poses a fire hazard During brushing wires can be left behind Remove these wires after the work is completed Brush only areas where remaining wires do not pose a hazard Performance depends mainly on the type and degree of contamination The ideal engine speed is fixed If the engine speed drops significantly during removal of thick growth we recommend Reduce the driving speed Pull back the device and brush over the area for a second time Reduce the brush pressure and brush over the area for a second time If the engine speed drops significantly during work on uneven ground we recommend Reduce the brush pressure Brush the area if possible for the second time in a different direction Do not move over edges or steps when the engine is running To prevent excessive dust formation operate the device preferably when weather conditions are humid If this is not possible wear a dust mask or sprinkle some water on the area To make sure that all weeds and dirt are ejected without clogging we recommend to brush only while moving forward Prior to starting Fuel As fuel use unleaded petrol see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Tanking up Danger2. Clean E Customer service A Fuel Check fuel level E Is the tank cap closed m Tank fuel valve Check parts for leaks and check for good E A and fuel line condition Carburetor Does the carburetor close again after starting E Ventilation grid Clean 7 Engine cooling Clean Spark plug Check adjust m Replace oA Air filter Check clean m A Replace oA Brushes and Check for wear and damage See chapter m A fastening parts Checking the brushes Brushes Change m Engine brake Do the brushes stop within 3 seconds V belt Are the V belts tensioned correctly without fissures and in good condition Bowden cables Check for proper function and ease of movement m Chassis and impact protection Check for rust and fissures and check the welding m seams 17 Component Action Maintenance interval Before Annually and after or every each use 50h Are all protective device fastened correctly and E A properly functioning Label Condition of the labels E Engine See operating instructions of the engine m manufacturer Check oil level see operating instructions of the m A engine Oil change Flammable Remove easily flammable debris buildup from the m material engine and the device Tires Check tires and tire pressure if necessary E A E By the user when the engine is not running By
3. W r Dati irii celica tee cetecteece tee 23 Accessories 20 cceeceeceeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeseeees 23 Disposa areara etaan ert ee 23 ea e a E TE 23 Troubleshooting sssssssssnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 24 Technical data ss csseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeees 26 Declaration of conformity 000008 27 Explanation of the symbols Symbols in the instructions In these operating instructions the following symbols are used to denote special dangers A Directive sign These symbols denote required protective measures Warning These symbols denote special dangers Prohibition sign These symbols denote inadmissible procedures Symbols on the device The following symbols are placed on the device to inform you must be careful and attentive when using the device Working with the device requires extreme cautiousness Read the operating instructions before you use the device Risk of injury Make sure that no one is within the danger zone of the device Objects may be ejected The danger zone extends for at least 15 metres gt Be Co t Min 15 m The rapidly rotating tool can gt cause life threatening injuries or significant damage Pay special attention to keeping your hands ey and feet away from the tool NA when the device has been put STOP into operation Prior to any repair an
4. authorised service centre Check that the protection skirt frame 2 can be moved easily When you tilt the device backwards the protection skirt 1 must continue to touch the ground Danger If the speed of rotation is set too high objects can be ejected The engine can be damaged and noise pollution increases Do not change the basic setting of the carburetor or the speed control The operating instructions of the engine are prepared by the engine manufacturer They contain the maintenance instructions and the warranty conditions for the engine If warranty work for the engine is required please contact your authorised service centre or the nearest authorised engine dealer Checking the engine oil level The oil level must remain between the two markings of the oil dipstick Make sure that the oil level is never below the bottom marking otherwise the engine can be damaged Never fill in oil above the top marking Otherwise there is a risk that the oil enters and destroys the air filter For this observe the attached operating instructions of the engine Checking the spark plug Danger The ignition system generates an electromagnetic field Wearers of pacemakers must not work on live parts Soiled spark plugs reduce the engine output Clean the electrode of the spark plug with a brass wire brush Check the electrode gap see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Make sure that the
5. hands and feet away from rotating parts Keep a distance to the ejection area when you work with the device Only work by daylight or good artificial lighting Always walk slowly Never lift or carry the device while its engine is running Be extremely cautious when turning the device round or pulling it toward you and when moving in reverse When using the device over a longer period of time vibrations can cause disturbances in the blood supply of the hands A generally accepted usage time cannot be determined Use gloves Take breaks on time Have an authorized service centre check the device if the brushes or brush strip hit an object if the device starts to vibrate unusually severely Caution at steep slopes Devices fitted with four stroke engines may only be operated on less than 20 slope Otherwise the four stroke engine can be damaged due to insufficient oil lubrication When working at steep gt slopes there is a risk of slipping and tilting Only brush on steep slopes when safe operation is assured Do not brush on excessively steep slopes Always brush in horizontal direction never up or downwards Sure footing is essential for your safety always wear skid proof safety shoes Be extremely careful when changing the direction The device can roll away when you mow downhill Put the device down on even surfaces only and prevent inadvertent rolling Fire
6. insulator around the electrode is not damaged Never use a damaged spark plug 21 Tighten the spark plug using the correct torque see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Cleaning the air filter Danger Cleaning agents pose a fire and explosion hazard Never clean the air filter with flammable solvents Always make sure that the air filter is clean A dirty air filter affects the engine output and increases the fuel consumption Independent from the number of operating hours the filter inserts should be changed at least annually Do not operate the engine without air filter The foam rubber prefilter picks up the coarse dust It is possible in case of strong dust formation that it has to be cleaned or changed already again after 10 minutes We recommend to carry along some cleaned or new prefilter in reserve and to replace them at short intervals For this observe the attached operating instructions of the engine Checking the drive Re adjusting the drive Turn the adjusting screw 1 at the drive so that the wheels lock while the drive is actuated when the device is pulled If there is no improvement after the adjustment have the device checked by an authorised service centre Bearing Storage 1 Put the device on a non slip surface e g concrete or asphalt 2 Switch off the engine 3 Actuate the drive 4 Try to pull the device backwards If the rear wheels lo
7. or the warranty card that was filled out by the vendor 23 Troubleshooting You can find an authorised service centre on our home page www as motor de The following table contains the most frequent problems and their elimination If more problems occur contact the closest authorised service centre Problem Possible cause Remedy Engine does not Engine brake lever is not Press engine brake lever towards the start pressed handlebar Fuel valve is closed Open fuel valve No fuel is in the tank Refill fuel Device was tilted air filter is oily Replace air filter unscrew spark plug and start several times when the fuel valve is closed dry the spark plug and screw it back in Engine was flooded due to too many start attempts Unscrew spark plug and start several times when the fuel valve is closed dry the spark plug and screw it back in Spark plug connector is pulled off Observe safety instructions Put spark plug connector back on Air filter is soiled Clean air filter see also Maintenance and cleaning Spark plug is sooted damaged or incorrect electrode gap Clean spark plug and check electrode gap see also Maintenance and cleaning Replace spark plug if necessary Poor quality dirty or old fuel Clean fuel system authorised service centre Always use fresh fuel Engine starts badly Air filter is soiled or runs irregularly Cl
8. the user when the engine is running A By the authorised service centre 18 Preparations Prior to all maintenance and cleaning work 1 Let the device cool down for at least 20 minutes 2 Pull off the spark plug connector 3 Close the fuel valve 4 Release the guide bar by pulling the tie rod and flip the guide bar into a vertical position do not damage the Bowden cables 5 Open the side flap 6 Tilt the device to the left side according to the illustration Cleaning the device the engine cover ventilation grid and the engine clean Keep the brush holders 1 especially clean You must be able to swivel them easily otherwise there is a risk of unbalance Fire hazard Pay special attention so that components at the silencer are clean For cleaning use a hand brush Remove stubborn soiling with a wooden or plastic spatula Clean the outer housing parts with a cloth Do not rinse off the device with a water jet or high pressure cleaner Do not use aggressive cleaning agents Cleaning the dirt collecting bag After brushing clean the dirt collecting bag thoroughly with water The fabric is to stay air permeable Residue of dirt clog the fabric and thus worsens the collecting performance Checking the brushes Stubborn residual dirt are harmful to the ejection and affect the brushing result To ensure sufficient engine cooling also keep Caution Unbalance of the brush sy
9. Fuel is ignited by hot engine parts Prior to filling up switch off the engine and wait for at least 20 minutes until the engine has cooled down Observe the safety instructions regarding the fuel Filling in the fuel 1 For filling use a canister with a filler spout or use as funnel 2 Open the canister carefully so that the existing overpressure is discharged slowly and no fuel spurts out 3 Open the tank cap carefully so that the existing overpressure is discharged slowly and no fuel spurts out 4 Fill the fuel tank 5 Screw the tank cap on tightly Checking the engine oil level Attention Prior to each use check the engine oil level see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Li To ensure sufficient oil supply for the four stroke engine and to avoid resulting engine damage the device may only be used on slopes up to 20 13 Starting Danger During startup there is a risk of injury caused by the rotating brushes Make sure that no one is within the danger zone of the brushes Do not tip the device over to one side during startup Danger If after startup the carburetor does not close properly fuel will overflow and a fire hazard occurs Close the fuel valve and contact an authorised service centre Starting the device 1 Place the device onto a flat surface 2 Open the fuel valve and the tank ventilation 3 Puton the spark plug connecto
10. MOTOR Operating Instructions WeedHex AS 50 B1 4T From serial number 016610020001 Issued 04 July 2011 V8 0 EN Translation of the Original Operating Instructions Preface Please fill in all data referring to your device When ordering spare parts provide your dealer with the device and engine number Serial number Engine number Date of purchase Address of dealer Dear customer Congratulations on your purchase You have acquired a reliable quality product by AS Motor Germany This product has been manufactured according to modern manufacturing methods and comprehensive quality assurance measures Only when you are satisfied with your device we have attained our goal Read these operating instructions carefully and attentively so that your device operates smoothly and you and others are safe from any hazards If you have questions concerning your device please contact your dealer or call our customer service telephone 49 0 7973 9123 0 For international AS partners please see www as motor de worldwide AS Motor Germany wishes you much joy with your new device Intended use The device is exclusively intended for cleaning of paved surfaces and edges covered with moss and weeds Only use attachments and cutting tools authorised by AS Motor Germany Any use exceeding this purpose is inadmissible The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage resulting from this Ob
11. ard using the star grip 1 into the drive slot 2 4 Turn the star grip to adjust the height of the brushes and thus the contact pressure The entire engine with the brushes is moved up or down 5 Test the setting on a test area The currently set height and the adjustment range is displayed on the scale Driving Caution Unbalance can cause damage to the device within a short time Immediately switch off the engine in case of strong vibrations or noise generation Danger Risk of injury caused by tripping or sliding while moving the mower backwards and turning it round Make sure that the area is clear of objects and watch for safe footing Driving Immediately switch off the brushes in case of a dangerous situation by releasing the engine brake lever Drive on 1 Press the drive lever towards the handlebar device is running Drive off 1 Release the drive lever Adjusting speed The driving speed can be continuously adjusted with the vario lever Adjust the driving speed only when the engine is running Turning Turning round on an even surface 1 Switch off the drive 2 Turn the device to the desired side 3 Switch the drive back on Turning round on a sloping area 1 Keep the drive switched on 2 Turn the device upslope 3 Hold back the handlebar and the inner wheel The drive prevents sliding and supports the turn manoeuvre 15 Brushing at a ke
12. ce are persons Who are under the influence of alcohol drugs or medicine that slows down reaction time With physical and mental impairments People fitted with pace makers are not allowed to touch any current carrying parts of the ignition system Safe handling of fuel Danger Fuel is toxic and highly inflammable Danger of fire and explosion Keep the fuel away from ignition sources and do not smoke while handling the device Do not inhale fuel vapours they are dangerous to your health Use gloves and avoid skin contact O with the fuel Fuel up outdoors only when the engine is cool and not running Use a filler or funnel Do not spill any fuel and do not let the fuel get into the canalisation or ground water If you spilled fuel do not start the device until the fuel vapours have evaporated wipe dry Move the device away from the area where the fuel was spilled Always close the tank cap securely and do not open it while the engine is running or the device is still hot Drain the fuel tank only when outdoors Use a suitable container or run the tank empty Keep the fuel away from children and store it in a suitable container in a dark cool and dry location Never park the device with fuel in the tank inside a building where fuel vapours could come in contact with open fire or sparks Immediately replace a damaged fuel tank or tank cap authorised dealership First aid When swa
13. ck the drive is correctly adjusted If you can pull the device the drive must be re adjusted 22 Keep the device in a closed dry and well ventilated room and out of reach of children Always eliminate all problems of the device before you store it so that the device is always in a safe to operate state Let the engine cool down before you store the device in closed rooms Longer storage 1 Observe the safety instructions regarding the handling of fuel 2 Draining fuel tank Put a piece of a tube on the fuel valve and fill the fuel in an adequate fuel container 3 Emptying carburetor Start the engine and let it run until it stops on its own 4 Clean the device thoroughly 5 Touch up defects in painting for spray paint see Accessories 6 Performing corrosion protection on the engine Unscrew the spark plug Fill a tablespoon of engine oil into the spark plug opening Pull the starter rope slowly until you get resistance oil distribution in the cylinder Re insert the spark plug and screw in fully Do not fit the spark plug connector In autumn have your device checked by an authorised service centre Also observe the notices on storage in the attached operating instructions by the engine manufacturer Restarting If you want to start the device after a longer storage carry out the tasks described in chapter Maintenance Spare parts The reliable and safe operatio
14. d maintenance work pull off the spark plug connector gt Ee Type plate The type plate on the device provides you with information on the device type and the technical data Noise is causing health problems Use personal ear protection to avoid hearing damage AS MOTOR GERMANY GmbH amp Co KG e Ea 1 me Ellwanger Stra Be 15 D 74424 B hlertann MOTOR Rasenm her 3 i AS 53 B6 RB Kat 4 44 KW 6 0 PS 2800 C gt _ 68 kg 2011 TI INNA a 020909090055 1 Name and address of the manufacturer 2 Device designation 3 Type designation 4 Rated power output in kW engine speed 5 Weight 6 Year of manufacture 7 Serial number 8 CE marking Safety instructions Get informed For your safety read these operating instructions with care Familiarize yourself with the control elements and the proper use of the device Share these operating instructions with other users of the device Before you use the device for the first time let the dealer instruct you regarding safe use User restrictions and hours of operation Never give your children or other persons who are not familiar with the operation instructions permission to use the device Persons under 18 years old may operate the device only under supervision Local regulations will determine the minimum age of the user and the hours of operation Unsuitable for the operation of the devi
15. dstill and pull off the spark plug connector We explicitly point out that in accordance with the Product Liability Act we are not liable for damages that were caused by our devices if worn or damaged parts were not repaired or replaced on time these damages were caused by improper repair when changing a part our original parts or parts authorised by use were not used the repair work was not carried out by an authorised service station The same applies for spare parts and accessories Device description KS 8 O N W CS 7 1 Steerable front wheel 12 2 Protection bow 13 3 Protection skirt 14 4 Primer 15 5 Fuel valve 16 6 Tank filler spout 17 7 Rear flap 18 8 Collection bag Pup 19 9 Air filter 10 Lever for lateral adjustment of handlebar 11 Clamping lever to fasten bar Adjustment of contact pressure of brushes Starter grip Oil filler neck Ventilation grid Spark plug connector Type plate Silencer Side flap Control elements Engine brake bar 1 The engine brake bar is a protective device When you release the bar the engine is shut off immediately the brushes come to a standstill within 3 seconds Brushes engine on I D ANN Press the bar towards the m 0 hold Brushes engine off 0 handlebar and continue to Release the bar Drive lever 2 With the drive lever you switch the drive on and off Drive on I Press the l
16. e Bowden cables 1 when fixing the handlebar 2 Slacken the hexagonal nut 2 at the eccentric lever 3 and remove the hexagonal nut and the two lever bearings 4 Apply the handlebar to the bar Push on a lever bearing the slide flap lever 5 and the second lever bearing Make sure that the collars of both lever bearings point to the side flap lever Turn the hexagonal nut 2 until the eccentric lever can be tensioned with regular force and is positioned parallel to the bar Clamp the handlebar with the eccentric tension lever 11 Dirt collecting bag Assembling the dirt collecting bag Pull the dirt collecting bag 1 over the frame 2 Fasten the dirt collecting bag with plastic profiles to the frame 12 Attaching the dirt collecting bag 1 Switch off the brushes and wait until the brushes come to a standstill 2 Lift up the rear flap 1 3 Insert the dirt collecting bag 2 into the recesses 4 Lower the rear flap onto the dirt collecting bag Transport Switch off the engine and wait until the brushes come to a stop before you lift the deivce It takes two persons to safely lift the device Prior to each transport let the device cool down for at least 20 minutes Close the fuel valve For transport you can fold up the handlebar and the guide bar When transporting by vehicle secure the device against rolling sliding tilting and fuel and oil leakage
17. ean air filter see also Maintenance and cleaning Poor quality dirty or old fuel Always use fresh fuel Spark plug is sooted damaged or incorrect electrode gap Clean spark plug and check electrode gap see also Maintenance and cleaning If necessary replace spark plug 24 Problem Possible cause Remedy No drive when drive lever is actuated Variomatic Bowden cable is insufficiently tensioned Authorised service centre Driving belt is insufficiently tensioned Authorised service centre Brushed do not turn Replace the friction discs Authorised service centre Brush strip is loose Authorised service centre Strong vibrations during operation Unbalance at the brushes due to uneven wear or incorrect insertion of the brushes Immediately replace the brushes or mount correctly see chapter Maintenance Brush drive shaft is bent due to collisions with foreign objects Authorised service centre Engine fastening is loose Authorised service centre Brush strip fastening is loose Authorised service centre Irregular noises Loose fastening elements Authorised service centre Silencer defective Authorised service centre Engine is smoking Air filter is soiled or drenched with oil Clean or replace the air filter see also Maintenance and cleaning Oil level is too high Have authorised s
18. ervice centre lower the oil level to the marking Engine gets hot Ventilation grid is dirty Clean ventilation grid Oil level in the engine is too low Refill engine oil see operating instructions of the engine manufacturer Cooling fins of the engine are dirty Have cooling fins cleaned by authorised service centre Ejection channel is clogged Engine speed too low despite full throttle Authorised service centre The engine does not switch off Switching off system is defective Close the fuel valve Authorised service centre 25 Technical data Type AS 50 B1 4T 1 4T Range of application temperature 5 30 C Engine type Manufacturer Type Cylinder capacity Performance Engine speed One cylinder four stroke engine Briggs amp Stratton 825 series 190 cm 3 1 kW 4 3 PS 2800 min See also operating manual of engine manufacturer Cutting device type Brushes Working width 50 cm Brush height adjustable Starting device Rope start Drive Rear wheel drive with Variomat for continuously variable setting of the speed 1 6 2 5 km h Maximum output per unit area up to approx 1000 m h Measures and weight Transport size with packaging L W H Operating dimensions L W H 112 65 65 cm 192 61 99 cm Weight 70 kg Capacities Fuel tank 1 5 litres Engine oil approx 0 65 litres SAE 30 or 10W 30 see Di
19. ever towards the handlebar and continue to hold Drive off 0 Release the lever 10 Vario lever 3 With the vario lever you can continuously adjust the speed of the device while the engine is running MIN slow MAX fast Lever for lateral adjustment of handlebar 4 1 Release the eccentric tension lever 2 Attention Do not crush the Bowden cables when pivoting the handlebar Swivel the handlebar to the side to the desired position 3 Clamp the handlebar with the eccentric tension lever Lever side flap 5 You require the side flap for brushing near a pavement or wall Pull the lever for the side flap towards you to open the side flap Primer Primer is required when cold starting the engine By pressing onto the primer 1 the carburetor chamber is filled with fuel Fuel valve 1 Closed 2 2 Open 1 Assembly Scope of delivery The device is delivered in a carton The scope of delivery includes The device Dirt collecting bag These operating instructions Warranty card Tool bag A set of spare brushes Unpacking 1 Remove the loose parts dirt collecting bag box inserts from the box 2 Cut open the front side of the box 3 Push the device out of the box Guide bar and handlebar 1 Flip the guide bar 1 backwards and engage it with the bar fixing 2 Attention Do not crush th
20. hazard Danger The brushes produce sparks when they brush against rocks There is a fire and explosion hazard Never brush in potentially explosive areas Moisten the easily inflammable material before you brush over it Carry a sufficient amount a suitable extinguishing agent If side inclination is too great fuel may leak from the carburetor or the tank This poses a fire hazard Watch the area you just worked on also after the brushing is completed to make sure that no fire breaks out To avoid risk of fire keep the following components free of dirt grass hay leaking oil grease etc Engine Silencer manifold guard clearances Area around the fuel tank When work is completed After each brushing close the fuel valve Prior to leaving the device wait until the brushes come to a standstill and pull off the spark plug connector After switching it off let the device cool down for at least 20 minutes before you store itina dry closed sufficiently ventilated room Never store the device when there is fuel in the tank inside a building where fuel vapours might come into contact with open fire or sparks Use caution during maintenance and repair Only carry out maintenance work as described in these operating instructions Have an authorised service centre carry out all other work Prior to starting any maintenance work wait until the brushes come to a stan
21. holder 2 Pull the brush 3 out of the brush holder w N Push the new brush all the way into the brush holder If the brush is inserted correctly the brush holding screw is positioned exactly over the recess 4 at the brush 1 Tighten the brush holding screw with a torque of 20 25 Nm 2 Change the second brush in the same manner 3 Set the brush height to the highest position Only use original AS brushes with the spare part number E09751 Original AS brushes are engraved like this Checking the brush strip and the brush holder Danger Improperly maintained or mounted brush strips or holders can pose a high risk of injuries Work at these parts may only be carried out by an authorised service centre Check the brush strip 2 and brush holder 1 regularly and prior to each use and when you detect noticeable changes regarding cracks and damages If there are damages immediately contact your service centre The brush holders must be moved easily remove dirt Basic inspection Maintaining the engine To ensure a safe working condition of the device check all nuts bolts screws connections of fuel lines air filters etc regularly for firm seating Check the ignition wire and the spark plug connector for damage Immediately replace any damaged or used parts especially covers brush strip side and rear cover protection skirt dirt collecting bag silencer or fuel tank
22. llowing fuel or inhaling fuel vapours do not force vomiting and immediately consult a doctor In case of skin contact immediately wash with water and soap Change your soiled clothing as soon as you can Measures in case of a fire In case of a fire use foam dry powder extinguisher or carbon dioxide CO2 Never douse with water Check the device prior to use Prior to use check by visual inspection the brushes drive and fastening components for proper condition and firm seating Never use the device with defective covers brush strip side and rear flap protection skirt or dirt collecting bag Do not remove change or override any safety devices or control elements Observe the maintenance instructions and replace damaged or worn parts immediately Have an authorized service centre check the device if the brushes do not stop within 3 seconds after being switched off Use caution during operation Prior to brushing Do not start the engine if fuel was spilled in closed or poorly ventilated rooms danger of poisoning if there are other persons nearby Only start the device when your feed are positioned at a safe distances from the brushes During startup of the engine do not tilt the device Do not touch the engine or the silencer They become very hot during operation and you can get burned Resulting unintentional movements constitute an additional injury hazard S
23. n of the device also depends on the quality of the spare parts used Only use original spare parts and accessories that were approved by AS Motor Germany When foreign parts are installed the warranty and guarantee shall be void for the foreign part and for the device and for any resulting damage Inform your authorised service centre about the device type and serial number of your devices when you order spare parts Wear parts Some parts are wear parts They wear during use and must be replaced The warranty does not cover the following parts Brush brush strip sliding disc disc spring cables V belt starter rope grinding protection protection skirt dirt collecting bag wheels Accessories Operating hours counter E10740 Disposal Depending on the natural cover and soiling of the areas to be cleaned consider the regulations for disposal of litter For this contact your local local municipal administration Dispose of waste oil and fuel in accordance with the local regulations or return it to an oil shop Packaging device and accessories are made of recycable materials and must be disposed off accordingly Warranty The conditions of the warranty can be found on the reverse side of your warranty card Send the filled out warranty card immediately after the purchase of your device to AS Motor Germany or the supplier Otherwise the warranty is no longer valid Preserve the proof of purchase
24. r 4 Only for cold start Press the primer three times 5 Actuate and hold the engine brake lever 6 Pull the starter point slowly out until you feel resistance then pull out quickly engine starts to run 7 Letthe starter rope retract slowly 14 Adjusting the contact pressure of the brushes Caution During adjustment of the brushes damage to the ground can occur Find a sturdy area for these adjustment operation The brush pressure can only be assessed while the engine is running Set the brushes only so low that they barely touch the ground The cleaning performance increases when the brush pressure increases especially for hollows and tough growth Danger If brush pressure is too high The surface of the area to be worked on can be damaged The brushes wear excessively Parts of the area to be worked on can become loose and can be ejected or damage the device Brush wires can break and be ejected or remain on the area to be worked on You know that the brush pressure is too high when strong formation of sparks occurs engine speed drops considerably the engine cuts off repeatedly The time until the removed weed grows back is hardly affected by the cutting height the brush wear however is significantly affected Adjusting pressure of brushes 1 Place the device on a sturdy area N Start the device 9 Press the central lever downw
25. rb or wall Danger When you open the side flap objects can be ejected Make sure that no persons pets or property are within the danger zone 1 Move up to the area to be worked on as closely as possible 2 Make sure that no persons pets or property are within the danger zone 3 Lift up the side flap 1 using the side flap lever 4 With the left side of the device move up closely to the kerb or wall 5 Release the side flap lever to close the side flap and to avoid the danger of objects being ejected 6 The grinding protection 2 serves as guide along the kerb or wall 16 Switching off and parking Caution On a slope the device can roll away Put the device on even ground only or secure it against rolling away Release the drive lever Release the engine brake lever Wait until the brushes stop before leaving the device Close the fuel valve Pull off the plug connector Maintenance and cleaning by the warranty Operational safety is endangered as well Regular maintenance keeps your device Contact your authorised service centre for ready for use checkup if you detect problems during If you do not observe the maintenance maintenance notices faults may occur that are not covered Component Action Maintenance interval Before Annually and after or every each use 50h Device Check for safe working condition E A
26. rt collecting bag Checking the oil level approx 25 litres Sound level Measured sound level Lwa Sound level at working place Lpa Measurement uncertainty k 96 dB according to DIN EN 836 85 dB according to DIN EN 836 2 5 dB A Vibration emission value Hand arm vibrations anw Measurement uncertainty U 3 7 m s according to DIN EN 836 2 m s 26 AS Motor Germany GmbH amp Co KG Ellwanger Stra e 15 D 74424 Buhlertann M OTO www as motor de Declaration of conformity We declare that the weed remover type and with the serial number AS 50 B1 4T starting from 016610020001 in the version we introduced to the market complies 2006 42 EC with all essential health and safety requirements of 2004 108 EC the following EC directives 97 68 EC Function The device is exclusively intended for cleaning paved areas and edges on which moss and weeds grow Applied standards EN 836 partially Person authorised to compile the relevant technical documentation Frank Einsiedler AS Motor Germany GmbH amp Co KG Ellwanger Stra e 15 D 74424 Buhlertann F E Mike Buhlertann per proxy Frank Einsiedler Christoph Weber July 2010 Head of development Managing director 27 MOTOR AS Motor Germany GmbH amp Co KG Ellwanger Stra e 15 D 74424 Buhlertann www as motor de Professional technology for gardens and landscapes Allmaher Ride on Allmaher Rear discharge mower Ro
27. serve the required maintenance and repair measures The user of the device is responsible for accidents or damage to other persons or their property The device must not be used on public roads as drive system for any type of work tools and tool sets that are not approved by AS Motor for sweeping or mowing over unpaved surfaces Contents Preface naera aaae aaria 2 ntended USEC ccccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeesneeeeeeeeseeneenees 2 Explanation of the symbols 00s00 4 Symbols in the instructions 4 Symbols on the device 0 0 4 Safety instructions cccsesssseeeeeeeeeseeees 5 CSOtINIOMMEG ccccucachcusscsvereus wdantaenbavsameneaitas 5 User restrictions and hours of operation 5 Safe handling of fUel eee ee eee 5 Check the device prior to uS 06 5 Use caution during operation 0 6 Prior to brushing 2 0 0 ceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeenteees 6 Use caution during brushing 006 6 When work is completed ccceeee 7 Use caution during maintenance and FQDOIM EE A ATS 8 Device description ssssssssunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 9 Control elements ccssssssssssseeeeneeeeeees 10 PNSSOMIDIY weeded eect cece ti ae 11 Scope of delivery ccc eeeeeeeeees 11 UDA C KUNG tases scene yet tune tice 11 Guide bar and handlebat 066 11 Dirt collecting bag neeese 12 Transportno acest wets Sas eeca
28. stem leads to destruction of the engine bearing and device Never operate the device in case of unbalance of the brush system Check the brushes at regular intervals prior to each use and when you detect noticeable changes Thrown wires or brushes can cause severe injuries Strong noise development or vibrations indicate unbalance at the brush system Unbalance can be caused by one sided wear of the brushes or improperly used brushes A change of the brushes is required when the wire bristles do not touch and clean the floor any longer despite higher contact pressure when there is an unbalance 19 when the brushes are worn unevenly Checking the engine brake Check the engine brake for proper function by switching off the engine The brushes must stand still within less than 3 seconds Contact an authorised service centre if this is not the case Changing the brushes Caution Unbalance of the brush system leads to destruction of the engine bearing and device Observe the following notices Change the brushes only in pairs For replacement of the brushes use only new brushes never used ones Always push the brushes all the way into the brush holder Ifthe brushes cannot be inserted easily into the brush hoer contact an authorised service centre Use working gloves for changing O the brushes 1 Slacken the brush holding screw 1 at the top side of the brush
29. tary mower Flail mower Side discharge mower WeedHex Manoeuvrable meadow mower for extensive green area Care The Allmaher reliably shreds high grass scrub and weeds also on steep slopes and in difficult terrain The grass cuttings are left to fertilise the ground so there is no more raking grass Ease of use and high area coverage all combined in a compact lawn mower Low centre of gravity optimum weight distribution and broad wheel base provide you with the best performance on slopes and power reserves for shredding high plant growth Also available in an all wheel version providing the extra traction for demanding applications and for superior safety on slopes Professional lawn mower with rear discharge With wheel drive and infinite speed regulation for exceptional cutting and catching performance in any situation The economic alternative to bar mower Ideal for fodder production The grass is not shredded and placed into a pile on the side The flail mover blades are supported movably and avoid rocks and other obstacles and chop the cuttings several times The steel housing is 3 mm thick and offers very high security against foreign objects that were ejected and blown around and catches them safely This solid allrounder has a side discharge wheel drive and a housing of 3 mm thick plastic coated steel Also available in an all wheel drive version and infinite speed regulation Variomatic Removes weeds carefully q
30. uickly and without the use of chemicals on transport surfaces walls curbs and between interlocking blocks The patented pivoting brush system goes easy on surfaces and is environment friendly regarding harmful herbicides 28
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32. witch off the engine and wait until the brushes come to a standstill before you tilt or transport the device if you step away from the device even for just a short time when you drive on areas not to be worked on before you refuel Switch off the engine wait until the brushes come to a standstill and pull off the spark plug connector before you clean or check the device or carry out work at the device before you unblock and unclog the discharge area Personal protective measures During brushing always wear K safety shoes with good grip long trousers and gloves Do not brush with open sandals or while shoeless Noise is causing health problems Use personal ear protection to avoid hearing damage Wear safety glasses during work In case of high dust development wear a dust mask Preparing the work area Check the area to be brushed carefully prior to starting work Remove all rocks sticks wires or other objects that can be propelled away from the device Use caution during brushing Risk of injury Always stay within hearing range to other persons who can assist you in case of an emergency Danger Risk of injury caused by thrown out objects Never brush while persons children pets or property are in the vicinity e The danger zone extends E for at least 15 metres D The area in front of an next to the device is especially dangerous Keep your
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