Baumr-ag Ex-880r User manual

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

User Manual

[Revision 1.0 September 2018]

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE – FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN INJURY, PROPERTY

DAMAGE AND MAY VOID WARRANTY. • KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • Products covered by

this manual may vary in appearance, assembly, inclusions, specifications, description and packaging.

The product is NOT supplied with engine oil, although traces of oil from the manufacturing

process may be present. It is essential to add adequate engine oil of the correct type to the

engine before use. Failure to add engine oil will void the product warranty.

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Safety

Safety messages are designed to alert you to possible dangers or hazards that could cause death, injury or

equipment or property damage if not understood or followed. Safety messages have the following symbols:

You WILL be KILLED or

SERIOUSLY INJURED if you

do not follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or

SERIOUSLY INJURED if you

do not follow instructions.

You CAN be INJURED if you

do not follow instructions or

equipment damage may occur.

It is vital that you read and understand

this user manual before using the product,

including safety warnings, and any

assembly and operating instructions.

Keep the manual for future reference.

Safety precautions and recommendations

detailed here must be fully understood

and followed to reduce the risk of injury,

fire, explosion, electrical hazard, and/or

property damage.

Safety information presented here is

generic in nature – some advice may not

be applicable to every product. The term

"equipment" refers to the product, be it

electrical mains powered, battery powered

or combustion engine powered.

•Before Use - If you are not familiar with

the safe operation/handling of the

equipment, or are in any way unsure of

any aspect of suitability or correct use

for your application, you should

complete training conducted by a

person or organization qualified in safe

use and operation of this equipment,

including fuel/electrical handling and

safety.

•Do NOT operate the equipment in

flammable or explosive environments,

such as in the presence of flammable

liquids, gases or dust. The equipment

may create sparks or heat that may

ignite flammable substances.

•Keep clear of moving parts.

•Equipment may be a potential source of

electric shock or injury if misused.

•Do NOT operate the equipment if it is

damaged, malfunctioning or is in an

excessively worn state.

•Do NOT allow others to use the

equipment unless they have read this

manual and are adequately trained.

•Keep packaging away from children -

risk of suffocation! Operators must use

the equipment correctly. When using

the equipment, consider conditions and

pay due care to persons and property.

General Work Area Safety

•Work areas should be clean and well it.

•Do not operate the equipment if

bystanders, animals etc are within

operating range of the equipment or the

general work area.

•If devices are provided for connecting

dust extraction / collection facilities,

ensure these are connected and used

properly. Dust collection can reduce

dust-related hazards.

General Personal Safety

•Wear appropriate protective equipment

when operating, servicing, or when in

the operating area of the equipment to

help protect from eye and ear injury,

poisoning, burns, cutting and crush

injuries. Protective equipment such as

safety goggles, respirators, non-slip

safety footwear, hard hat, hearing

protection etc should be used for

appropriate equipment / conditions.

Other people nearby should also wear

appropriate personal protective

equipment. Do not wear loose clothing

or jewellery, which can be caught in

moving parts. Keep hair and clothing

away from the equipment.

•Stay alert and use common sense

when operating the equipment. Do not

over-reach. Always maintain secure

footing and balance.

•Do not use the equipment if tired or

under the influence of drugs, alcohol or

medication.

•This equipment is not intended for use

by persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities.

General Fuel Safety

•Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely

flammable – keep clear of naked

flames or other ignition sources.

•Do not spill fuel. If you spill fuel, wipe it

off the equipment immediately – if fuel

gets on your clothing, change clothing.

•Do NOT smoke near fuel or when

refuelling.

•Always shut off the engine before

refuelling.

•Do NOT refuel a hot engine.

•Open the fuel cap carefully to allow any

pressure build-up in the tank to release

slowly.

•Always refuel in well ventilated areas.

•Always check for fuel leakage. If fuel

leakage is found, do not start or run the

engine until all leaks are fixed.

General Carbon-Monoxide Safety

•Using a combustion engine indoors

CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine

exhaust contains carbon-monoxide – a

poison you cannot smell or see.

•Use combustion engines OUTSIDE

only, and far away from windows, doors

and vents.

General Equipment Use and Care

•The equipment is designed for

domestic use only.

•Handle the equipment safely and

carefully.

•Before use, inspect the equipment for

misalignment or binding of moving

parts, loose components, damage or

any other condition that may affect its

operation. If damaged, have the

equipment repaired by an authorised

service centre or technician before use.

•Prevent unintentional starting of the

equipment - ensure equipment and

power switches are in the OFF position

before connecting or moving

equipment. Do not carry equipment

with hands or fingers touching any

controls. Remove any tools or other

items that are not a part of the

equipment from it before starting or

switching on.

•Do not force the equipment. Use the

correct equipment for your application.

Equipment will perform better and be

safer when used within its design and

usage parameters.

•Use the equipment and accessories

etc. in accordance with these

instructions, considering working

conditions and the work to be

performed. Using the equipment for

operations different from those

intended could result in hazardous

situations.

•Always keep equipment components

(engines, hoses, handles, controls,

frames, housings, guards etc) and

accessories (cutting tools, nozzles, bits

etc) properly maintained. Keep the

equipment clean and, where applicable,

properly lubricated.

•Store the equipment out of reach of

children or untrained persons. To avoid

burns or fire hazards, let the equipment

cool completely before transporting or

storing. Never place or store the

equipment near flammable materials,

combustible gases or liquids etc.

•The equipment is not weather-proof,

and should not be stored in direct

sunlight, at high ambient temperatures

or locations that are damp or humid.

•Do not clean equipment with solvents,

flammable liquids or harsh abrasives.

•For specific equipment safety use and

care, see Equipment Safety.

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

General Electrical Safety

•Inspect electrical equipment, extension

cords, power bars, and electrical fittings

for damage or wear before each use.

Repair or replace damaged equipment

immediately.

•Ensure all power sources conform to

equipment voltage requirements and

are disconnected before connecting or

disconnecting equipment.

•When wiring electrically powered

equipment, follow all electrical and

safety codes.

•Wherever possible, use a residual

current device (RCD).

•High voltage / high current power lines

may be present. Use extreme caution

to avoid contact or interference with

power lines. Electrical shock can be

fatal.

General Electrical Safety

•Electrically grounded equipment must

have an approved cord and plug and

be connected to a grounded electrical

outlet.

•Do NOT bypass the ON/OFF switch

and operate equipment by connecting

and disconnecting the electrical cord.

•Do NOT use equipment that has

exposed wiring, damaged switches,

covers or guards.

•Do NOT use electrical equipment in wet

conditions or in damp locations.

•Do NOT use electrical cords to lift,

move or carry equipment.

•Do NOT coil or knot electrical cords,

and ensure electrical cords are not trip

hazards.

General Service Information

•The equipment must be serviced or

repaired at authorised service centres

by qualified personnel only.

•Replacement parts must be original

equipment manufacturer (OEM) to

ensure equipment safety is maintained.

•Do NOT attempt any maintenance or

repair work not described in this

manual.

•After use, the equipment and

components may still be hot – allow the

equipment to cool and disconnect spark

plugs and/or electrical power sources

and/or batteries from it before making

adjustments, changing accessories or

performing repair or maintenance.

•Do NOT make adjustments while the

equipment is running.

•Perform service related activities in

suitable conditions, such as a

workshop.

•Replace worn, damaged or missing

warning/safety labels immediately.

Specified Conditions of Use

•The lawn edger is designed to look

after domestic areas of grass and lawn.

Due to the physical danger to the user

and other persons, the appliance may

not be used for other purposes.

•Do not use this product in any other

way as stated for normal use. Not

observing general regulations in force

and instructions from this manual does

not make the manufacturer liable for

damages.

•It is necessary to comply with the

regulations applicable in the country

where the truck is used.

•The appliance must not be used for

cutting bushes, hedges and thickets, for

cutting and mulching creepers or lawns

on roofs or in balcony boxes. The

mower must also not be used as a

crusher for mulching tree cuttings and

hedges or levelling any terrain

roughness.

•Use the appliance only outside, never

use it in confined and bad ventilated

areas.

•Wear personal protective equipment.

Wear solid shoes and long trousers.

Never use the appliance when

barefooted or in light sandals. Wear

protective gloves if necessary.

•Carefully check the terrain where the

appliance is going to be used and

remove all objects that could get caught

or thrown off by the appliance such as

stones, branches, wires, animals, etc.

•Avoid operating the equipment in wet

grass, where feasible.

Requirements for Operating Staff

•The appliance may only be operated

and maintained by persons familiarised

with it and informed about possible

risks.

•Never let children work with the

appliance. Never let adults work with

the appliance unless they have been

properly trained.

•The operating staff must carefully read

the Operating Instructions before using

the appliance.

•Qualification: Apart from the detailed

instructions by a professional, no

special qualification is necessary for

appliance using.

•Minimum age: Persons over 18 years

of age can only work on the appliance.

An exception includes youngsters

trained in order to reach knowledge

under supervision of the trainer during

occupational education. Local

regulations may stipulate the minimum

age of the user.

•Training: Using the appliance only

requires corresponding training by a

professional or the Operating

Instructions. No special training is

necessary.

Residual Risks

Rotating blades may lead to serious

injuries by cutting or amputating parts

of the body. Never touch under the

housing body when the engine is running.

Wear protective shoes. Never remove the

collection bag when the machine is being

operated.

Thrown-off stones or soil may lead to

injuries. Before mowing, check the area

to be mowed for any undesirable objects.

Make sure the collection bag is properly

suspended. Wear safety goggles when

working.

Poor lighting/light conditions

represent a high safety risk. Provide

adequate lighting or good lighting

conditions when working with the

machine.

Danger of burns! Some parts of the

appliance get too hot when the appliance

is operated. Contacting hot parts of the

unit may cause burns. Let the unit cool

down after its operation is over.

Risk of poisoning! Exhaust gases, fuel

and lubricants are toxic. Inhaling exhaust

gases may be fatal! Do not operate the

unit in closed spaces where dangerous

carbon monoxide gases may accumulate.

Risk of explosion/ Risk of fire! Petrol

and petrol vapours are highly flammable,

explosive. Do not work with the unit in an

environment with a risk of explosion

where there are flammable liquids, gases

or dust. Never operate the unit near highly

flammable materials.

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Safety Symbols

The product may have safety warning labels attached to it, explained below. Understand the symbols on

your product and their meanings. If any stickers become unreadable, unattached etc, replace them.

Flammable Material Hazard

Flammable liquids, gases or

substances etc may present.

Avoid ignition sources and

open flames. Danger of fire.

Read User Manual

Read and fully understand

product safety warnings,

operation, procedures etc

before using the product.

Use Hand Protection

Wear appropriate hand

protection and take due care

as the product or use of the

product may present hand

hazards.

Carbon-Monoxide Hazard

Do not use the product in

confined areas or without

adequate ventilation. Carbon-

monoxide poisoning can be

fatal.

Electrocution / Electrical

Shock Hazard

High voltage or high current

electricity may be present or

required by the product. Take

due care when handling

electrical products, cables,

plugs and leads. Electrical

shock can be fatal.

Toxic Fumes / Dust Hazard

Using the product or by-

products from use may

produce fumes, smoke or

particles that could be harmful

if inhaled. Wear appropriate

breathing protection and have

adequate ventilation.

Explosive Material Hazard

Combustible liquids, gases or

substances etc may be

present. Avoid ignition sources

and open flames. Danger of

explosion.

Cutting / Amputation Hazard

The product may have blades,

edges or mechanical devices

that can cause severe cut

injury to fingers, limbs etc.

Take due care when handling

and using the product.

Crush Hazard

The product may have blades,

edges or mechanical devices

that can cause severe crush

injury to fingers, limbs etc.

Take due care when handling

and using the product.

Single Operator Only

The product must be operated

by a single person only. More

than one person operating the

product may introduce

additional hazards.

Use Face Protection

Wear appropriate full-face

protection and take due care

as the product or use of the

product may present face and

eye hazards.

Use Foot Protection

Wear appropriate foot

protection and take due care

as the product or use of the

product may present foot

hazards.

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Use Eye / Ear / Head

Protection

Wear appropriate eye and / or

ear and / or head protection

and take due care as the

product or use of the product

may present eye, hearing and

head hazards.

Running Hazard

Do not run on or near the

product as doing so may

present a fall hazard.

Diving Hazard

Do not dive into the product as

doing so may present a neck /

head injury hazard.

Adult Supervision Required

Always supervise children and

other users of a product to

prevent drowning or injury.

Skin Penetration / Puncture

Hazard

The product may produce

pressure, emit liquids or

objects that can cause severe

injury to fingers, limbs, blood

etc. Take due care when

handling and using the

product.

Hot Surface Hazard

Be aware that the product may

produce high temperatures

and hot surfaces that can

cause burn injuries.

Flying Debris Hazard

Be aware that the product or

use of the product may

present hazards produced by

flying debris. Wear appropriate

clothing and protectiove

devices.

Moving Parts Hazard

Be aware that the product

contains or uses mechanical

devices that move or rotate.

Always wait for moving parts

to stop fully before handling

the product, adjusting,

maintenence etc.

Carbon-Monoxide Hazard

Do not use the product in

confined areas or without

adequate ventilation. Carbon-

monoxide poisoning can be

fatal.

Pull Hazard

Be aware that the product

contains or uses mechanical

devices that can pull in objects

and can cause severe injury to

fingers, limbs etc. Take due

care when handling and using

the product.

Slope / Fall Injury Hazard

Be aware that using the

product on sloping surfaces or

in slippery conditions may

present additional dangers

from falls and contact with

blades, moving parts, hot

surfaces etc.

"Slam Dunk" Warning

Do NOT attempt "slam dunk"

maneouvres as this may result

in severe injury due to falling,

product breakage or collapse

etc.

Electrocution / Electrical

Shock Hazard - Outdoor

High voltage or high current

electricity may be present or

required by the product. Do

NOT use in rain, damp or wet

conditions. Electrical shock

can be fatal.

Electrocution / Electrical

Shock Hazard - Disconnect

High voltage or high current

electricity may be present or

required by the product.

Always disconnect the product

from the electrical supply

before handling the product,

adjusting, maintenence etc.

Power Line Electrocution

Hazard

High voltage / high current

power lines may be present.

Use extreme caution to avoid

contact or interference with

power lines. Electrical shock

can be fatal.

"Kick-Back" Hazard

High level of "kick-back"

hazard that can cause the

machine to suddenly rotate

towards operator. Kick-back

injury can be fatal.

Winch Operator Position

Hazard

Do NOT stand between winch

and load. Do NOT use winch

to move people.

Winch Lift Hazard

Do NOT LIFT load vertically.

Use machine to PULL only.

Cable Hazard

Ensure that load bearing cable

is not kinked or knotted.

Winch Cable Hazard

Ensure that there is a

minimum number of cable

coils on winching mechanism.

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Winch Hook Hazard

Carry hook to load – do NOT

throw or run.

Flash / Blinding Hazard

Wear appropriate eye

protection for welding. Dorect

exposure to weld arcs may

cause permanent eye injury.

Laser Hazard

Laser may be in use – do NOT

look directly at laser, or allow

others to.

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Table of Contents

Safety...................................................................................................................................................2

Safety Symbols ..........................................................................................................................................4

Included Parts ....................................................................................................................................8

Assembly ............................................................................................................................................9

Set-Up........................................................................................................................................................9

Fuel Tank Filling.......................................................................................................................................11

Oil Level Inspection.................................................................................................................................. 12

Cutting Height Setting ..............................................................................................................................13

Operation ..........................................................................................................................................14

General ....................................................................................................................................................14

Changing the Knife...................................................................................................................................15

Air Filter....................................................................................................................................................16

Spark Plug ...............................................................................................................................................17

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................18

Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................20

Inspection and Maintenance Plan.................................................................................................. 21

Specifications...................................................................................................................................22

Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Included Parts

Products detailed in this manual may vary in appearance, inclusions, description and packaging

from those shown or described. This section shows typical major components common to most

petrol powered generators, the position of some components may also vary between models.

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Assembly

Set-Up

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Fuel Tank Filling

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Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Oil Level Inspection

Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add engine oil if

necessary. Check the oil level whenever the appliance is to be put into operation. Add

engine oil if necessary. To ensure quality, every piece of equipment is subject to a test

operation and filled with motor oil. Oil is drained before transport; however, there can be some motor oil

remains on the dip stick. Please check carefully the oil level and add motor oil again.

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Cutting Height Setting

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Operation

General

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Changing the Knife

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Air Filter

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Spark Plug

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Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Maintenance

Any works/ adjusting on the machine to be only performed with the engine switched off, unplugged

and when the mowing blade is not moving. Switch the engine off and remove the socket plug before

any work on the engine. Wait until all rotating parts have stopped and the appliance has cooled down.

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Petrol Edger – EX-880R

Troubleshooting

Defect Cause Removal

The motor does not start

Empty fuel tank/Lack of fuel. Add some fuel.

Choke has not been used. Use the choke.

Wrong fuel, storing without petrol

tank being drained.

Drain the fuel tank and carburettor.

Add fresh petrol.

Sooted spark plug (carbon

residues on electrodes), electrodes

distance too big.

Clean the spark plug, check the

plug thermal value, possibly

change the plug, set the electrodes

distance to 0.6-0.7 mm

The spark plug is wet from petrol

(oversaturated engine). Dry the spark plug out and refit it.

Main switch is not controlled See ‘Operation’ section.

The motor does not develop

maximum power

Sooted spark plug (carbon

residues on electrodes), electrodes

distance too big.

Clean the spark plug, check the

plug thermal value, possibly

change the plug, set the electrodes

distance to 0.6-0.7 mm.

Dirty air filter. Clean or replace the air filter.

Wrong fuel, storing without petrol

tank being drained.

Drain the fuel tank and carburettor.

Add fresh petrol.

Unsteady running, strong

vibrations

Blade is damaged. Replace the blade.

Blade is loose. Check and tighten the blade

clamping.

Cutting capacity

Blade is blunt. Have the blade sharpened or

replaced.

Mowing height adjustment not

regulated Adjust the mowing height

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