Etesia AV95 AV98 AV98X Ride on brushcutter mower owners
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1. Do not change the original settings of the engine do never speed up the engine WARNING Exhaust gas is toxic Do not run the engine in confined areas 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7 6 2 STOPPING THE ENGINE 7 10 DRIVING ON SLOPING GROUND Switch off the cutter if activated e The machine is suitable for use only on ground with a gradient of Put the parking brake on less than 17 Move the throttle hand lever to MINI To ensure maximum safety when driving on slopes follow the Switch off the ignition by turning the key to 0 instructions below Shut the fuel tap Avoid violent starts and stops upward and downward DO NOT USE the choke to stop the engine Put into gear slowly while moving toward the low part of the slope A WARNING Always remove the ignition key when the Take care about holes bumps and other risks which could be an AE machine is not in use or is left unattended obstacle for the progression and could be a danger Always drive at low speed so as not to lose control of the ride on 7 7 STARTING AND STOPPING THE brush cutte Start to drive only after you have controlled that you selected the CUTTER low speed Turtle with the speed selector When moving off on a slope uphill or downhill start release the 79791 STARTING THE CUTTER parking brake and move forward immediately using the control Move the throttle hand lever to the MAXI position lever Push blade2. Before use brake wire nut fixing point in on the upper Change the point onto the lower in adjusting Brake can work speedier when wire is pulled to the upper side Exchange brake shoe immediately in case of brake wire nut fixing point at the lowest 8 6 5 BLADE REPLACEMENT PICTURES 13 14 15 PAGE 11 The blades are reversible Simply turn them through 180 Swing deflector on right side of casing upwards Wrap a cloth around cutting edge Block beam with a steel rod 10 mm Unscrew nut 1 then take out Jappy screw 5 A WARNING Take care not to lose spacer and washers For re assembly proceed in reverse order 9e CLEANING It is not recommended to use a high pressure cleaner However if Cleaning cutting unit housing after dismantling you do so make sure that water is not projected towards parts of Dismantle cutting system see 8 62 motor such as carburettor air filter ignition silencer battery and Clean housing with a scraper electrical parts SIP Do not direct jet towards bearings blade block or wheel bearings WARNING A well maintained cutting unit housing improves cutting quality and prolongs life of ride on brush or hydraulics cutter It is recommended to run motor and all parts of transmission after cleaning to remove water CLEANING CUTTING UNIT HOUSING After each use carefully clean cutting unit housing especially its inside face using
3. Oil change of the mechanical transmission and hydraulic unit Adjustment of the cutter plate alignment Adjustment of the engine Replacement of belts when necessary Replacement of any parts or repairs involving the removal of parts which are not covered by this manual Special problems 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 1 MOVING THE RIDE ON BRUSH CUTTER WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF By placing the secondary speed selector see picture 19 page 12 AV95 and AV98 on the neutral N position and by releasing the clutch brake it is possible to move the machine with the engine stopped 132 TOWING THE MACHINE IN THE EVENT OF BREAKDOWN Disengage the box except for AV98X Close the fuel tap Place the secondary speed selector on the N position and release the brake pedal Use only a towing bar Towing should be carried out by means of the towing hook attached to the base of the front bumper see picture 20 page 12 Do not use other towing points WARNING The disengaged position should be used only for travel over short distances at low speed up to 5 km h After moving the mower remember to place the lever in the engaged position Where a broken down mower is to be moved over long distances an appropriate form of transport trailer goods vehicle should be used 133 CHANGING TYRES Where it is necessary to remove a wheel this should be done on firm even ground Do not attempt to carry out
4. Put the ride on brush cutter on a flat surface Clean the area around the filter neck to prevent dirt from entering the sump Remove the dipstick see a picture 3 page 10 e Wipe the gauge with a clean cloth and place it back in the filler tube Put back the cap so that it bears on the tube but do not screw it down Pull out the dipstick to check the level the level of the oil on the dipstick should be between the ADD and FULL Screw the dipstick back in securely 8 1 2 DRAINING THE ENGINE OIL After the initial servicing at 15 hours to be performed by your ETESIA dealer the engine oil must be changed at the first of the following occasions every 50 hours or once each year Change the oil when the engine is still hot to obtain better outflow of oil than when cold Position the machine on a flat surface Stop the engine and remove the ignition key Place a suitable recipient at the oil drain outlet Unscrew the drain plug see b picture 3 page 10 and drain the used oil into a container WARNING Special care should be taken when draining hot oil Wear gloves Never touch the exhaust pipe the cooling cylinder or fins to avoid the risk of burns Close again the drain plug Clean the perimeter of the filler hole to prevent impurities from getting into the housing Remove the oil gauge and slowly pour in 10W40 multigrade oil specification API SL or ACEA A3 P N ETESIA 38383 2 lit
5. Tyre pressure Front 1 2 bar Rear 1 0 bar Widht Front 920 mm Rear 1000 mm Front 910 mm Rear 985 mm Front 1000 mm Rear 960 mm Distance between wheels 1320 mm 1260 mm 1260 mm Ray of not mowed surface 0 8 mm 0 95 mm 1 05 mm Blade ETESIA reference MC 85 Sound pressure at driver s seat 88 3 dB A 85 9 dB A 88 4 dB A Model Seat vibration level Steering wheel vibration level AV95 AV98 AV98X full body other appendages Directive 2006 42 EC reference standards ahw AV98 0 73m s AV98X 0 8 m s AV95 1 26 m s AV98 2 41 m s AV98X 2 41 m s AVOS 1 43 m s EN836 EN1032 EN1033 Directive 2002 44 EC AV98 0 26 m s AV98X 0 29 m s AV95 0 46 m s reference standards AV98 0 31m s AV98X 0 39 m s AV9S 0 63 m s 1802631 1 1805349 1 2 AV98 0 61m s AV98X 0 64 m s AV9S 1 13 m s Daily exposure value A 8 AV98 0 61m s AV98X 0 64 m s AV95 1 13 m s AV98 2 41m s AV98X 2 41 m s AV95 1 43 m s 6 HST OIL REPLACEMENT AV98X 1 REMOVAL OF THE SUBFRAME Remove the bolts and pins see points A B C D E of the picture and remove the subframe 2 HST OIL DRAIN Remove the drain bolt that is located under the HST unit with the 3 8 inches Allen wrench see point F of the picture Once the bolt is removed the oil can flow out of the HST unit and tank If the oil doesn t flow well remove the cap of the tank Once the HST unit and tank are empty refit the
6. and the lever or pedal AV98 and AV98X to move the machine forward or to reverse h CAUTION Avoid sudden starts make a stop in the neutral position by direction change Select the speed corresponding to the quality of cut required A clean cut will not be obtained if the speed selected is too high or if the rotation speed of the cutter drops due to overloading For best results always keep the engine at full speed when mowing If the engine speed drops when mowing on a slope do not press harder on the drive lever but instead reduce speed The drive lever or pedal do not control engine speed and cannot be used as an accelerator WARNING To stop ride on brush cutter quickly press A clutch brake pedal down fully This returns forward drive control to neutral N position and stops machine 799 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT From 50 to 120 mm 1 transporting position To adjust the cutting height use the lever situated on the left of the seat Pos 13 page 9 Push the lever down to lower the cutter and up to raise it Select lower settings for flat regularly maintained fields 8 MAINTENANCE _ WARNING Lift this machine by using a lift table able to support the weight of it see technical specification 8 1 ENGINE MAINTENANCE Before carrying out any maintenance stop the engine and remove the ignition key 8 1 1 CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL Check oil level before using the mower
7. cannot 8 MAINTENANCE 8 5 MAINTENANCE OF THE TYRES Always ensure that the tyres are inflated to the recommended pressure Different pressures from these those recommended may adversely affect driving performance and may even result in loss of control of the ride on brush cutter Front tyre pressure 1 2 bar Rear tyre pressure 1 4 bar DISPOSAL OF USED PNEUMATICS It is forbidden to dispose off to lay down or to burn pneumatics in nature Our dealer network has been informed about its obligation to take back free of charge all used pneumatics from ETESIA ride on mowers 8 6 MAINTENANCE OF THE BLADE WARNING Before carrying out any work on the cutting _ mechanism always switch off the engine and remove the ignition key Protective gloves should also always be worn 8 6 1 CUTTING UNIT BLADE CONDITION Blade condition must be checked for any damage or wear every time ride on brush cutter is used see picture 13 page 11 e If a blade is blunt or twisted cutting quality will suffer A damaged blade can be very dangerous if a piece falls off and is ejected from cutting unit housing Change any worn or damaged blade immediately see 8 65 Replace the damaged blades and fixation bolts by complete set in order to keep the cutting device balance After sharpening check the coupling and the state of the cutting device If significant damage is noticed on cutting unit housing a more detailed examina
8. drain bolt Tighten the drain bolt to the torque setting of 34 N m 3 FRONT WHEEL UNIT OIL CHANGE EXAMPLE RIGHT SIDE There is a drain bolt on each front wheel see point G of the picture Remove this one with the 12mm Spanner Once this bolt is removed the oil has to flow out of the unit If the oil doesn t flow well open the venting plug point H of the picture and the oil fill plug point I of the picture When the oil stops flowing refit the drain bolt and tighten to the torque setting of 15 N m 4 REPLACEMENT OF THE OIL FILTER There is a filter between the tank and the rear HST unit point J of the picture The filter is held by two collars Unfasten both collars with the 8mm spanner or the minus screwdriver When the collars are loose remove the filter from the hoses and refit a new one Tighten the collars 5 REFILL THE HST AND TANK Firstly make sure that the drain bolt F of the picture is refit and tighten at the recommended torque Then remove the tank cap and pour the recommended oil in it up to the mark High During the filling make sure that the tank is not polluted sand grass 6 REFILLING THE FRONT WHEEL UNIT First refit the drain bolt and tighten at the recommended torque Even if the oil in the tank flows to the front units it is more efficient to pour new oil through point K as well see the picture While filling the unit some oil may flow out of the venting plug p
9. oil level in the tank If the level doesn t reach the mark High top up with oil to reach this mark 9 CHECK THE DRIVE Check that the wheels turn at the end of the operations 7 and 8 When the four wheels are off the ground make sure they turn Where the machine was not able to be lifted of the ground disengage the transmission by pass and check if only the front wheels turn Once this test is done engage the transmission again When the transmission is disengaged by pass the rear wheels are not driven but the front wheels are still driven Therefore the front wheels hydrostatic units are not intended to drive the machine by themselves due to too much load In case the wheels still do not turn at this point repeat the steps 7 and 8 10 CHECK THE TRANSMISSION Move the drive lever fully in both drive direction keeping the lever for 5 seconds in each position Repeat this operation twice Check that no bubbles appear in the tank during this operation At the end of these operations top up the oil level if necessary up to the mark High of the hydraulic oil tank 7e OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7 1 PRE DELIVERY INSPECTION The pre delivery inspection of your ride on brush cutter is a highly technical operation and will therefore be carried out by your approved dealer CAUTION Under pressure hydraulic oil is dangerous because it can when it is a microjet leak penetrate the skin and lead to seriou
10. the oil ref 29592 0 rubber flaps and tightness Check the rods condition If 2 Braking Check correct operation necessary adjust the brakes AV95 Check tightness of steering Steering knuckles Grease stub axle 3 grease points Check correct operation of safety systems 20 Cutting height Oil the knuckler and check condition Blade drive belt Dn tension and condition Electrical circuit Saet safety switch Check correct operation Check the harness condition 22 12 PROLONGED STORAGE WINTER STORAGE Clean the machine thoroughly and the cutter plate in particular Lubricate moving parts Drain the fuel tank completely and run the engine until all the fuel is used up A Always empty the fuel tank in open air Disconnect the spark plug Remove the spark plug and inject a small quantity of oil 1 cl into the cylinder via the plug opening Activate the engine by turning the ignition key Replace the spark plug by hand without replacing the suppressor Remove the battery by first disconnecting the negative terminal Charge the battery see section 8 4 2 Store the battery in a dry well ventilated and frost free place Recharge the battery every two months Always keep the battery and acid out of the reach of children Contact your dealer for the following adjustments or maintenance operations Adjustment of the parking brake Adjustment of the clutch and the blade brake
11. work on or under the mower if it has been raised on temporary supports or without taking proper safety precautions If you do not possess appropriate tools or the knowledge needed to carry out the work contact your dealer FRONT AND REAR WHEELS Remove the wheels in the following manner Stop motor and remove ignition key Engage parking brake Immobilise machine using chocks Loosen 4 fixing screws see a picture 21 page 12 for rear wheels Place jack under front bumper on side of wheel to be changed for front wheels and under rear axle on side of wheel to be changed for rear wheels Jack up until wheel clears ground Unscrew 4 fixing screws The wheel may now be removed from its axle For remounting follow the same procedure in the opposite way Tighten the 4 screws Check the tyre pressure front 1 2 bar rear 1 4 bar 14e WARRANTY DEFINITIONS Dealer importer Distributor linked to ETESIA by an agreement dealership or importer contract The dealer and the importer are in charge of selling and servicing ETESIA machines User buyer physical or moral person company collectivity or association having bought legally a machine new or second hand from a dealer Domestic use use of a machine on a private ground Machine is owned by the user and just use to clear its private piece of ground main or secondary residence Professional use use of an ETESIA machine
12. 13256 13121 13257 13271 T 13255 13118 IN Rea sr 3 DESCRIPTION 1 Seat 12 Choke 2 Speed selector AV95 AV98 13 Cutting height lever 3 Differentiel lock lever 14 Fuel tank cap 4 Drive level 15 Blade clutch lever 5 Deflector 16 Engine cover 6 Throttle lever 17 Fuel tank 7 Drive pedal AV98 AV98X 18 Brake pedal lock 8 Steering wheel 19 Brake pedal 9 Fuel level indicator 20 Fuel cock 10 Light switch 21 Engine oil pressure indication AV98 AV98X 11 Ignition switch 4e PICTURES 4e PICTURES M a Pl ES Exchange 127169 Nut M14 227170 Washer 3 27266 Spacer 434190 Blade body 5 27166 Screw 6 Blade 7MC85 Blade Bolting 827543 Fixing Kit MC85 11 4e PICTURES 12 Se TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AV 98 X AV 98 AV 95 5 3 a 3 a a 1080 c 1950 a 1080 c 1900 a 1070 c 1900 ENGINE BRIGGS amp STRATTON Type 4 stroke vertical shaft tilted OHV Bore x stroke 75 5 x 70 mm 72 x 70 mm Cubic capacity 627 cm 570 cm Power 23 hp 17 1 kW at 3600 rpm 21 hp 15 4 kW at 3600 rpm 18 hp 13 2 kW at 3600 rpm Lubr
13. Always follow these instructions when using your ride on brush cutter No responsibility will be accepted by the manufacturer in the event of failure to comply with this manual or with current regulations Prior to use check that safety labels are present on the ride on brush cutter as indicated in the manual Read these labels carefully If any safety labels are missing inform your dealer immediately as the ride on brush cutter is required by law to carry them Never remove warning labels or safety instructions Before using your ride on brush cutter make sure that you are completely familiar with the controls Study the operating instructions so that you are able to stop the machine quickly Always keep the ride on brush cutter and accessories in good working order Replace the worn or damaged parts for more safety Never operate the mower using faulty guards or without the use of safety devices Never attempt to adjust your ride on brush cutter without the prior approval of the manufacturer Unauthorized adjustments could be dangerous and result in serious injury to the user No responsibility will be accepted by the manufacturer in the case of failure to comply with these instructions Do not attempt to adjust the engine speed controls Overspeeding the engine increases the risk of injury to the user Never allow your ride on brush cutter to be used by anyone who is not familiar with the operating man
14. As soon as some oil flows through it Stop the venting plug Refill until the level is slighty under the tank upper level mark j WARNING Drive the machine forward reverse and A check the level The level has to be between the UP and LOW marks If necessary to up WARNING Only use HV 46 quality oil to refill the hydrostatic tank ref 29592 2 liters We recommend to use an ETESIA filter unit fitted with a 25 um filter ref 29977 Dispose used oil in an approved collection point 8 2 2 TRANSMISSION GEARBOX OIL CHANGE OR REFILL Stop the engine for oil change or checks Place the machine on a flat and horizontal area Check the oil level when the system is cold The level should reach the lower limit of the gauge and can be checked by unscrewing the gauge see picture 11 page 11 First oil change after 15 hours Subsequent changes every 100 hours or once a year Recommended oil HD 220 ref 29590 1 liter e Capacity 1 1 To change gearbox oil unscrew the drain plug see picture 12 page 11 Let the oil flow and tight the drain plug To refill unscrew the oil level gauge see picture 11 page 11 and fill with oil through this opening WARNING When the machine is on a flat horizontal surface the level shoud not exceed the lower limit of the gauge Dispose used oil at an approved collection point 8 3 MAINTENANCE OF THE TRANSMISSION AV98X SEE HST OIL REPLAC
15. DEX Strasbourg Trade amp Commerce Register B343 510 996 The President 11736 03 042013il Stamp here please ETESIA SERVICE GARANTIE 13 rue de l Industrie 67165 WISSEMBOURG CEDEX France This card has to be returned completed to ETESIA upon the first setting up MODELL SERIAL NUMBER WARRANTY CERTIFICATE USER NAME Forename Street Zip code Town Country Tel Date of purchas 20 Day Month Year E Email Automatic lawnmower ETMower Track and Trace User code query Contact Cell phone number for SMS information Dealer Installer End user Importer Installation provided by already own an ETESIA Q yes Q no that he has been informed by the Contract of breakdown service per alarm GPS automatic lawnmower ETMowers Dealer s stamp and signature Area to be mown Mowing frequency lam represent Q Less than 1000 m2 U More than once the week UA privat a Ul 1000 to 2000 m2 Ul Once the week U An association a company 8 Ul 2000 to 5000 m2 U Twice the month U A council a collectivity U 5000 to 10 000 m2 Ul Once the month U A landscaper green areas professionnal LI 10 000 to 20 000 m2 U Less than once the month DU Other specify Ul More than 20 000 m2 Signature and confirmation of the user Date that he has taken possession of a machine in perfect working order that
16. DEX declare under our responsibility that the ride on lawnmowers type ATTILA reference AV95 AV98 AV98X to which this declaration refers fulfil all the relevant terms of directive 2006 42 EC applicable to them as well as to the provisions of all other directives European applicable to them 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic compatibility 2006 66 EC Concerning batteries and accumulators containing certain dangerous substances 2000 14 EC Noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoor and guarantee that the ride on lawnmowers type ATTILA reference AV95 AV98 AV98X meet the requirements of Directive 2000 14 EC regarding noise emissions in the environment and are subject to the internal production control procedure with evaluation of the technical documents and periodic inspection by a notified body the CETIM F 60304 SENLIS CEDEX Average acoustic power level measured 98 dB A Guaranteed acoustic power level 100 dB A Mr Schmitt Freddy 13 rue de l industrie 67165 Wissembourg CEDEX is the person authorized to constitute the technical file Assessment of conformity ti in house inspection of machine manufacture according to Annex VIII of directive 2006 42 EC Model Serial number Done in Wissembourg the 16 04 2013 Mr Patrick VIVES Due to their permanent improvement policy ETESIA reserves the right to modify specifications text and pictures without prior notice ETESIA SAS F 67165 WISSEMBOURG CE
17. EMENT PAGE 14 AND 15 8 4 MAINTENANCE OF THE BATTERY 8941 MAINTENANCE OF THE 12 V BATTERY The 12 V battery is located under the front cover This lead acid battery requires very little maintenance The level of the electrolyte should be checked every 50 hours and should always lie between the upper Max and lower Min level markers The level of the electrolyte in the cells can be checked without removing the battery by opening the front cover If the electrolyte level of a loaded battery is close to the minimum marker add distilled water up to the level of the maximum marker Never overfill the battery or add acid Check that the battery terminals are not oxidized If necessary clean the terminals and coat with special battery grease In case of overfilling of the battery when topping up rinse the affected areas thoroughly to prevent corrosion 8 4 2 CHARGING THE BATTERY WARNING If for any reason it is necessary to disconnect the battery always disconnect the negative terminal first followed by the positive terminal WARNING Remove the battery from the ride on brush A cutter by disconnecting first the negative terminal and then the positive terminal Check the electrolyte level If necessary top up with distilled water Wear the individual protection equipments that are necessary while making the maintenance of the battery safety glasses and gloves Connect the battery to the ch
18. VETESIA instructions manual User Manual Translation of the originals Please read carefully before using your machine AV95 AV98 AV98X CONTENTS Your safety and that of others Key to diagrams Description Pictures Technical specifications HST oil replacement AV98X Operating instructions Maintenance 1 2 de 4 SA 6 va 8 9 Cleaning 2 Machine lubrication points Maintenance schedule N Prolonged storage winter storage R Troubleshooting Warranty gt ONGRATULATIONS You are now the proud owner of an Etesia ride on brush cutter This extremely reliable and tough machine has been specially designed to give many years of service In order to prolong the life of your mower and keep it in excellent working order read this manual carefully and always follow the safety recommendations and maintenance instructions As part of our commitment to excellence we are constantly seeking new ways of improving our products For this reason your model may differ slightly from the description in this manual Up to date technical information can be obtained from your dealer He will be happy to resolve any queries you may have MOWER IDENTIFICATION The identification number of your ride on brush cutter is located on the central bonnet in front of the seat Always quote this number when seeking advice from your dealer le YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS
19. a jet of water and lifting up deflector on right side 10 MACHINE LUBRICATION POINTS For optimum mower operation at all times grease regulary the following parts the shaft of the front axle the front stub axles left and right tension arm of the cutting deck belt the grease point is behind the seat all cutting height articulation points and the drive lever must be regulary oiled 21 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Always before mowing After the first 15 hours Every 50 hours HS ea or annualy SAE 30 or necessary ie ame I Gem Resi __ Remove grass from the Check and clean Cooling system transmission fe RECOMMENDED BOSSE SERVICE Check level 19 Battery and top up if tightening of necessary the thimbles 16 Control Check correct operation 17 o and adjust if necessary Change the filter check hoses Petrol filter and condition Front 1 2 bar hose Change if 20 and Check the pressure and Wheels o 25 condition tightness BY YOUR DEALER Check condition and tightness Check the 20 Blade blade brake and adjust if worn out necessary ref engine grill and around the muffler and hydraustatic Clean and adjust or replace if Blade coupling Check condition Culte dest Check condition and tightness 14 15 3 i A HD220 19 Check oil level and seal First oil change at 15 h Change the oil 29590 14 15 z HV 46 19 Hydraulic unit Check oil level First oil change at 15 h Change
20. ad Never operate the machine when feeling tired or unwell Never operate the machine after consuming alcohol or taking medicine When the mower is driven out of the field disengage the cutter and switch it to the fully raised position Do not fill the fuel tank whilst the engine is running Allow the engine to cool for few minutes before filling e WARNING fuel is highly flammable Fuel should be stored in clean containers specially designed for this purpose Always fill the fuel tank outdoor and do not smoke during this operation Add fuel before starting the engine le YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS Never remove the fuel cap whilst the engine is running or hot If fuel is spilt do not start the engine remove the mower from the affected area and take care not to ignite any undispersed fuel vapour Ensure that the fuel tank and fuel can caps are replaced correctly Never store or use petrol near a flame or near devices such as stoves water heaters with pilot lights or any other device liable to produce sparks These recommandations are also available for the ride on brush cutter e WARNING NEVER ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RUN IN CONFINED AREAS Exhaust gas contain carbon monoxide which is odourless and can kill Let cool the engine before you park the ride on brush cutter Do not start the engine if you can smell petrol or in the presence of other explosion risks Do not run the engine wi
21. arger Charge voltage 12 V Charging current max 3 A for AV98 16 A for AV95 Charge time up to 12 hours according to need Extreme care should therefore always be taken Lead acid batteries emit explosive gas mixtures during charging Avoid naked flames and sparks and do not smoke The battery should always be charged in a well ventilated area The battery contains sulphuric acid which is highly dangerous and liable to cause serious injury upon contact with the skin WARNING In case of contact with the skin or eyes rinse thoroughly with clear water Seek medical attention immediately when necessary Always keep the battery and acid out of the reach of children WARNING Measures taken for the application of Directive 91 157 CEE relating to the marketing of batteries and accumulators containing certain hazardous materials and their elimination ELIMINATION OF BATTERIES Batteries contain hazardous materials and must under no circumstances be disposed off into the environment They are the subject of specific rules governing their elimination You can return your used ETESIA batteries to your Approved Dealer free of charge and he will take care of their elimination or you can give them to an organisation that deals specifically with waste or take them to a special battery collection point subsequently be recharged and are not covered under the terms of the warranty WARNING Batteries kept in a discharged state
22. bject in order to look at eventuel damages and to repair if necessary If the machine begins to vibrate not normaly in order to look for causes If the blade is blocked blade clutch out of order Never ask anybody else to check the possible damages or to puch the ride on brush cutter while the driver is on the seat Make sure that your lawn has no natural barriers of the type molehills cracks ruts Low branches liable to cause injury to the user should also be removed Avoid obstacles such as mole hills concrete pedestals tree stumps and edging which cannot be cut by the blade and which could damage the cutting mechanism specially the blade and the transmission Exercise particular care when reversing Never place hands or feet under the cutter housing Whilst mowing take care to avoid injury to others caused by flying stones and other objects Operate the ride on brush cutter only in broad daylight or with good artificial lighting The front light fitted on the ride on brush cutter has not been designed to work in the night This light is not powerfull enough to show the dangers Ride on brush cutter may not be driven on public highways Loose clothing and short trousers should not be worn when using the ride on brush cutter Always wear stout and closed shoes When adjusting the engine or moving parts always switch off the engine and remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug le
23. causes forward drive lever to return to neutral N The normal stop of the machine is done by bringing the drive lever or the drive pedal in neutral position 795 DIFFERENTIEL LOCK The differentiel lock lever is situated on the right side of the seat pos 3 page 9 This control has to be used if the wheel is skidding in order to find motricity on both driving wheels Disengage this function as soon as you recover the normal motricity increases the steering radius makes the machine harder to control and presents risks for the user N CAUTION Leaving the differentiel lock engaged 7 6 STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE 79691 STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING Before starting the engine read the safety instructions page 3 to 8 Open the fuel tap Open ON Closed OFF e Sit on the driver s seat Put cutting height lever into TRANSPORT position CAUTION If cutting system is engaged it automatically goes into the STOP position when you put cutting height lever into TRANSPORT position Engage parking brake Pull out choke if engine is cold and set throttle lever to MAX Do not operate forward drive control lever or drive contro pedal Turn the ignition key to the contact position When the engine starts release the key and move the throttle lever back between the positions MAXI and MINI Allow the engine to run for a few minutes before switching on the cutter
24. cessary JX WARNING Clean the area around the silencer regularly j to remove grass dust and flammable debris Do not attempt to carry out major repairs unless you are equipped with the appropriate tools and are suitably skilled to repair internal combustion engines 8 2 MAINTENANCE OF THE TRANSMISSION AV95 AND AV98 When carrying out work on the transmission system always switch off the engine and remove the ignition key Regularly clean the grid of the ventilator of the transmission system 8 MAINTENANCE 8 2 1 HYDROSTATIC UNIT OIL CHANGE OR REFILL Stop the engine for oil change or checks Park the machine on a flat and horizontal area LEVEL CHECK Check the oil level when the system is cold by looking at the tank marked UP LOW at the rear of the machine see picture 8 page 10 First oil change after 15 hours Next changes every 100 hours or once a year Recommended oil HV 46 ref 29592 2 liters e Capacity 0 5 1 To drain the oil unscrew and remove the drain plug see a picture 9 page 11 Let the oil flow and screw the drain plug again A WARNING Don t let flow all the oil TO COMPLETE THE OIL LEVEL Fill the hydrostatic unit by the tank Spill slowly the oil in order that no air is catched in the unit which could make the restart harder If in spite of this recommendation there is some air in the unit unscrew the venting plug see b and c picture 10 page 11
25. ers or an SAE30 monograde oil through the filler pipe Wipe the gauge with a clean cloth and place it back in the filler tube Rest the plug on the tube without screwing it down Check the oil level using the dipstick The level should reach but not exceed the FULL marker Screw the plug down Dispose of used oil at an approved collection point 8 1 3 CHANGING THE OIL FILTER Change the oil filter after 100 hours of operation or once per season Oil the gasket with clean oil before installing a new filter Hand tighten the filter until the joint gives impermeability Then turn another 1 2 to 3 4 turn Start the engine and let it run Check the permeability Switch the engine off check the oil level and if necessary top up 8 1 4 AIR FILTER PICTURE 4 PAGE 10 Clean the air filter every 50 hours and more frequently under very dusty conditions of use e Take off cover Remove the butterfly nuts 1 and remove the complete air filter The foam element 3 prefilter wash with detergent and water and dry well Add a little oil and squeeze to eliminate excess oil Paper filter 2 gently tap to knock dust off Replace with a new element every 100 hours or at least once every year or petrol Do not add oil to it or dry it with compressed air because this would cause damage WARNING Do not wash the paper element with solvent WARNING Reduce cleaning and replacement intervals i
26. es on machines not having been maintained by the ETESIA dealer network 11 In case of owner change the outstanding warranty period can be transferred to the new owner However to enable this transfer a written request need to be sent to ETESIA after sales department This request needs to attest as well that the new end user has received the instruction book for the machine as well as the warranty terms 12 ETESIA keeps the right to check that preliminary conditions for warranty have been respected by the buyer 13 When warranty application is requested ETESIA does deliver the parts as soon as possible However an immediate delivery can not be requested A delay in delivery would in no case give right to compensation or to warranty extension 14 Any additional claims to ETESIA is excluded 15 Any breakdown suspected as being a fault subject to warranty has to be brought to attention to an ETESIA dealer The ETESIA dealer is in fact the only contact able to submit a warranty claim to ETESIA Should a dispute occur the competent tribunal is the one mentioned in the ETESIA dealership IMPORTANT NOTE As soon as a machine purchase takes place the warranty cards needs to be completed signed and sent back to ETESIA WARRANTY SERVICE 67165 WISSEMBOURG CEDEX FRANCE or completed on line on the extranet EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY As per Directive 2006 42 EC ZETESIA 13 Rue de I Industrie 67165 WISSEMBOURG CE
27. gerous for the user and reduce machine life In such cases ETESIA can not be held responsible CONTRACTUAL WARRANTY The ETESIA contractual warranty is allowed for one year in professional use and for 3 years on domestic use warranty period starting the first day when the machine is purchased by the user This warranty is just valid if 1 Instructions from the instructions book have been respected 2 The warranty card has been returned to ETESIA immediately after the machine purchase or completed on the extranet site 3 A revision is recommended after periods indicated in the instruction book 4 To require a repair under warranty claim the buyer will contact first the ETESIA dealer Should it not be possible he could contact ETESIA who would propose an alternative solution 5 Just repairs done in ETESIA dealers workshops can be taken under warranty 6 Any material production or conception fault recognized by ETESIA as such will be eligible to warranty parts and labour It will therefore be paid back to the dealer according to charge scale mentioned in the agreement It is dealer responsibility to make sure that the end user does receive the complete warranty allowed by ETESIA Should ETESIA not recognize any fault the dealer will be held responsible ETESIA reserves the right to cancel the decision with no compensation or warning Transportation cost for machines and parts are at user cost 7 Any intervention done with
28. he open and never pour or use petrol near a naked flame or near devices such as stoves water heaters with pilots lights or any other deviceiable to produce sparks Exhaust fumes are very toxic and contain carbone monoxide who is a deadly and odourless poison Do not run the engine in confined areas To avoid any burn do not touch the exhaust pipe when it is hot gt gt e SAFETY LABELS DIAGRAMS RECTANGLE A 1 Risk of injury to feet and hands 2 Keep third persons far from the machine DIAGRAMS RECTANGLE B 3 Risk of body injury 4 Never open or take the side flap off Stop the engine and remove the key from ignition before proceeding See the instruction manual DIAGRAMS RECTANGLE C e a Risk of cuts to feet and hands b Keep third persons far from the machine e c Risk of thrown objects and injury to feet e d Never drive the brush cutter without the deflector Never open the deflector by running engine Before each use check that the deflector is in place DIAGRAMS RECTANGLE D a CAUTION DANGER b Before using please read and follow the safety and maintenance instructions of the instruction booklet c Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug before proceeding and remove key from ignition e d Risk of thrown objects e Avoid the presence of third persons in the danger zone e f Risk of tripping g Never transport passengers Hold the third persons far from
29. ication By oil pressure Fuel type Unleaded petrol Cooling Air cooling by forced ventilation Starter motor 12 V electrical starter Alternator 12 V 16 A with regulator 12 V 3 A with regulator 12 V 16 A with regulator Battery 12 V 60A 12 V 30A Spark plug O 14 x 19 mm base 16 mm Spark gap 0 76 mm Ignition Electronic Petrol filter Metal filter 75 um Air filter Paper cartridge with foam pre filter Rate Operation at 3300 rpm Oil sump capacity 1 36 1 0 2 1 with oil filter 1 5 1 0 2 1 with oil filter 1 41 0 3 1 with oil filter Petrol tank capacity 14 1 with level indicator RIDE ON BRUSH CUTTER Weight 342 kg 295 5 kg 310 kg Cutting width 97 5 cm single blade 95 cm single blade Blade housing Steel 2 mm Cutting height 8 positions from 50 to 125 mm 8 positions from 50 to 120 mm 1 transport position 1 transport position Blade clutch Mechanical Safety systems Conductorswitch Ejection Side Rear Frame design Mechanically welded multitubular structure Transmission Hydrostatic with differentiel lock Speeds fast Forward Gear 0 10 km h Forward Gear 0 10 km h Forward Gear 0 11 km h Reverse Gear 0 8 km h Reverse Gear 0 3 5 km h Reverse Gear 0 6 2 km h Speeds slow Forward Gear 0 6 5 km h Forward Gear 0 5 km h Reverse Gear 0 2 5 km h Reverse Gear 0 2 8 km h Parking brake Mechanical Tyre sizes Front 4 00 x 7 0 Rear 17 x 8 00 8 Front 3 5 x 8 0 Rear 17 x 8 0 Front 3 5 x 7 0 350 Rear 16 x 7 0 400
30. in exchange of money or not on public areas to maintain companies or institutions like hospitals associations or on private fields being owned by a third person The user completes the warranty card indicating the type of use for every machine This declaration engages its responsibility and defines the legal warranty period Should ETESIA discover that the machine is not used in the use initially declared ETESIA allows itself to cancel the warranty Wear parts consumable parts parts needing to be changed inevitably to enable an optimal normal use of the machine Normal use use of the machine according to all instructions mentioned in the instruction book including safety and maintenance GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS In addition to the legal warranty ETESIA offers a contractual warranty The ETESIA warranty concerns the exchange of parts free of charge in case of material production or conception fault This warranty applies on the product as he leave ETESIA production line The delivery company is the only responsible in case of transport damage It is however the addresse responsibility when damages occurs during transport to mention reserves on the delivery note when receiving the goods and to inform ETESIA within 48H by registered letter The instruction book delivered with every machine contents all information regarding machines use Any different use from the one described in the instruction book can be dan
31. in warranty time in particular in case of parts exchange will not give right to any new warranty period 8 In case of parts exchange under warranty ETESIA reserves the right to use either new or second hand parts Parts given free of charge by ETESIA can required at any time by ETESIA They need to be sent back on simple request Should ETESIA not receive these parts warranty claim would automatically be cancelled 9 This warranty however does not cover parts damaged during a repair action machines not having been serviced according to the repair schedule mentioned in the instruction book parts with normal wear Please find a list not complete of wearing parts spark plugs filters exhaust seals membranes blades blade coupling parts belts clutchs batteries battery electrolytes control cables sheath fuel pipes durits cooling liquid hydraulic and lubrication liquids fuel seat bonnets grassbox material grassbox frame mudguards pedal covers running board cover anti scalp kit roll axle 10 Warranty right is cancelled in the following cases Damages due to non respect of safety maintenance use and storage instructions ETESIA will not be held responsible legally in particular for damages resulting from other uses than the ones described in the instruction book Damages due to accident or collision Damages due to a modification of the original machine or use of non original spare parts Damag
32. n a dusty atmosphere 89195 SPARK PLUG PICTURE 5 PAGE 10 JX WARNING Do not attempt to change the spark plug until the engine is completely cold Clean or replace the spark plug after every 100 hours of service Disconnect the spark plug lead and remove the spark plug Clean the electrodes a using a metal brush to remove carbon deposits Check that the porcelain is not cracked and that the electrode is not excessively worn Replace the spark plug if necessary Check the spark gap b using a feeler gauge The gap should measure between 0 7 and 0 8 mm Adjust the gap if necessary using only the outer tab Refit the spark plug and tighten with a torque of 20 Nm Reconnect the spark plug lead 8 1 6 PETROL FILTER PICTURE 6 PAGE 10 If your engine lacks power or misfires this may be due to dust in the petrol filter in which case the filter must be changed However we recommend the filter to be changed every 300 hours or at least once a year even if it looks to be in good working order 8 1 7 COOLING SYSTEM Before using the mower and during the use of it always check that the rotating engine grid is not blocked by grass or other debris Clean if necessary Once a year or after 100 hours of service as appropriate remove the fan cover and clean the areas indicated in order to prevent the engine from overheating racing or being otherwise damaged see picture 7 page 10 Clean more frequently if ne
33. oint L of the picture if it is left open As soon as oil flows out of the venting plug tighten the bolt Top up with oil to be 10 mm below the top edge of the opening Do the same with the other front wheel hydrostatic unit Check the oil level in the rear tank and top up if necessary to reach the mark High 14 6 HST OIL REPLACEMENT AV98X Change lever mm Backward mig i Please make sure if there is bubbles in the HST oil tank a paa 4 mr T CI Q EV i 7 PUT THE CIRCUIT IN SERVICE REFILL OIL BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR UNITS 1ST STAGE Jack up the machine to get the 4 wheels of the ground If this is not possible for you take seat on the seat Start the engine and leave the engine at idle Pull the drive lever backwards half way and keep it in this position for 10 seconds then return it to neutral again Repeat this operation 5 times 8 PUT THE CIRCUIT IN SERVICE REFILL OIL BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR UNITS 2ND STAGE By keeping the machine in the same state than in step 7 jacked up and engine idling push the drive lever forward half way and keep it in this position for 10 seconds before returning to the neutral position again Repeat this operation 5 times Now make sure that the wheels turn Where the machine is not jacked up disengage the transmission with the by pass lever When the by pass is engaged the front wheels are still driven Check the
34. re that all of the spilled fuel has been eliminated Make sure the fuel cap is replaced correctly A Always empty the fuel tank in open air 794 DRIVE 7e4el DRIVE CONTROL LEVER Drive is controlled by a lever AV95 by the lever or by the pedal AV98 AV98X situated on the right side of the seat pos 6 page 9 This lever controls speed of ride on brush cutter from stop to maximum speed e The maximal speed AV98 and AV95 depends on the speed selector position see chapter below 7e4e2 SPEED SELECTOR ONLY FOR AV98 AND AV95 The speed selector is situated on the right front side of the operator seat To move the selector push it completely down put it on the wished speed by keeping it pushed and release it On the neutral position O the hydraulic gearbox is disengaged This position enables you to move the machine when it is on stop The position Turtle corresponds to a slow speed to use for work on hard fields and for charging and discharging operations The position Rabbit correspond to a fast speed range to use only on flat fields with unclutched cutting system A CAUTION Only use the speed selector when the machine is stopped and by engaging parking brake The average stopping distance on a dry tarmac surface 8 4 kph speed is 0 5 m and 0 1 m at a reverse speed of 3 kph Emergency braking is done by the clutch brake pedal situated on right hand side of step Operation of this pedal
35. s injury A medical assistance is immediately needed 792 SAFETY SYSTEMS The ride on brush cutter is fitted with safety switches which are activated by 1 the clutch brake pedal 2 the seat 3 the cutting height lever The engine will start only if the parking brake is engaged the cutting height lever is in transporting position the cutter is not switched on The engine will stop if the driver leaves his seat The cutter can only be activated if the driver is seated the cutting height lever is not in transporting position In the event of a fault do not attempt to use your ride on brush cutter Contact your approved dealer repairer 793 FUEL Do not buy more fuel than you monthly use Do not add oil to the petrol A WARNING Do not use additives or petrol alcohol 22 mixtures A WARNING Petrol is highly flamable Handle petrol with care Use a funnel for fuel tank filling and clean scrupulously the fuel contaminated parts Do not fill the tank when the engine is running or warm Allow the engine to cool for few minutes before filling Do not fill the tank whilst smoking Avoid naked flames or sparks The tank is equiped with an overflow system which enables the fuel to flow on the ground If in spite of these precautions it should happen check following a Clean scrupulously all the contaminated parts b Don t start the machine as long as you re not su
36. start lever forwards to blade engaged position 5 Particular care should be taken when performing U turns on Blade start up can only be achieved when user is sitting on seat an sloping ground Prepare for the change of direction and reduce height cutting lever is in working position speed so as not to lose control of the ride on brush cutter Apply the parking brake as soon as the ride on brush cutter stops ee The control of the ride on brush cutter skiding along a slope 1s not Th lof the rid brush kiding along a slope i s A recoverable by acting on the parking brake pedal To stop cutting gear pull lever back into disengaged position Putting cutting height lever into transport position will automaticaly cause blade to stop If operator leaves seat motor stops causing cutting gear to stop The main reasons for control lost are Insufficient wheels adherence Too high speed drive Unadapted braking Machine not meeting job requirements IN The deflector to the right of cutting guard must never be An insufficient knowledge of the affects of the ground state in lifted up when motor is running It is used in cleaning and particuliar in slopes TY maintenance of cutting guard and blade An incorrect high and a bad load repartition 798 DRIVING THE RIDE ON BRUSH CUTTER Select a speed with the speed selector turtle or rabbit AV95 and AV98 Release the parking brake Slowly depress the drive lever AV95
37. the machine h Risk of toppling over the machine i Never use your ride on mower on slopes with a gradient of more than 30 17 MARKING OF ACCUMULATORS a Indicates that these hazardous products which should preferably be returned to the distributor b Pb indicates the presence of lead c Indicates the year of entry into service onthe machine 2e KEY TO DIAGRAMS SAFETY Rectangle D Rectangle B a Me V RAS A 98 X RectangleC 2 KEY TO DIAGRAMS SAFETY Rectangle D 2e KEY TO DIAGRAMS USE Indications for controlling engine speed MAXI engine at full speed MINI engine idling F Max forward speed Transmission N Neutral position Brush cutter stop R Max reverse speed 0 engine off power switched off A 1 power switched on Starting the engine A engine started AV95 AV98 OS _ _ _ _ _ A o 3 The arrow indicates handle movement to engage differential lock Differential lock 5 ee 0 amp N Low speed Neutral High speed Position for cold start The arrow indicates the direction of movement of the brake pedal in order to engage the parking brake Indicates the cutting height in mm measured on hard flat ground The arrow indicates handle movement to engage the cutter Cutter switched on Cutter switched off Grease point
38. the user has been handed over and that he thoroughly read the use instructions safety and maintenance suggestions figuring in it that he has been informed of the warranty terms and that he accepts said terms without reserve or restriction Signature
39. thout a silencer Clean regulary the exhaust the engine the battery compartment and the periphery of the fuel tank in order to avoid accumulation of flammable materials grass leaves grease excess etc These precautions are vital to your safety However the recommendations given are not exhaustive and due care should always be exercised when using your ride on brush cutter You should also comply with any legal requirements relating to ride on brush cutter e g insurance useful life etc The ride on brush cutter is not designed to tow a charge The under pressure hydraulic oil is dangerous because it can when it is a microjet leak penetrate the skin and lead to serious injury A medical assistance is immediately needed 2e KEY TO DIAGRAMS SAFETY e LABELS Various labels have been affixed to your ride on brush cutter Check that they are all present see list below and pictures Labels with a yellow background warn against risks The other labels contain instructions for operating the ride on brush cutter This symbol appears in the instruction manual alongside those sections which deal with user safety This symbol appears in the instruction manual alongside important information on how to prolong the life of your ride on brush cutter Pb e ENGINE DIAGRAMS Fuel is highly explosive and inflammable Stop the engine before fill the fuel tank DO NOT SMOKE Always fill the fuel tank in t
40. tion of the complete system should be carried out by your Dealer A IMPORTANT For re assembly of blade unit refer to h pictures 14 and 15 page 11 8 6 2 DISMANTLING CUTTING SYSTEM Stop engine and remove key from ignition Before proceeding with dismantling protect your hands with work gloves Engage parking brake e Take off belt guard at the side of the engine see picture 16 page 12 e Take off blade transmission belt Set height cutting system to position 50 Unscrew nuts from rear support shafts to left and right of cutting unit housing see b picture 17 page 12 Unscrew the greaser e Take off the 2 axle front and rear Disengage cutting system from ride on brush cutter For re assembly proceed in reverse order 8 6 3 CHANGING CUTTING UNIT BLADE Blade may be checked and removed via deflector on right hand side of cutting unit housing To change cutting unit the ideal method is to dismantle cutting system see dismantling cutting system 8 62 Unscrew central screw to take off complete blade with coupling Tighten blade screw to 50 Nm Mount blade in such a way as to direct cutting edge towards ejection side 8 6 4 ADJUSTMENT OF FRONT BRAKE PICTURE 18 PAGE 12 Front brake is inside of front wheel right and left Adjust by brake wire on it Front brake should be adjusted at brake wire nut fixing point to lock front wheel when brake pedal is stepped pedal is locked
41. ual Never use your ride on brush cutter on slopes with a gradient of more than 17 30 Always observe the special instructions concerning use of the ride on brush cutter on sloping ground Never drive your ride on brush cutter too close to embankments or ditches on soft ground or where there is a risk of overturning The user is responsible for ensuring the safety of others within the area where the ride on brush cutter is being used Keep a safe distance from people and animals when the engine is running Never allow passengers come on the ride on brush cutter Never allow children under the age of 16 to drive the ride on brush cutter Always remove the ignition key when leaving the ride on brush cutter unattended even momentarily Disengage the drive mechanisms and accessories for transport or when they re not used Before using the ride on brush cutter always check the condition and adjustment the blade Never attempt to carry out work on or underneath the ride on brush cutter if it has been raised on temporary supports or without taking proper safety precautions Before mowing always clear the field of stones pieces of wood or metal wire bones plastic branches and other debris liable to be thrown out by the ride on brush cutter Disengage the cutting system stop the engine and take the switch key away in following cases Before taking a grass padding away After you hurted a o
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