Benassi F 170 User guide

MOTOFALCIATRICE - MOTOSEGADORA - MOTOFAUCHEUSE
BALKENMÄHER - SICKLE BAR MOWER
F 170
35456440 - 17
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LIBRO DE USO Y MANTENIMIENTO
LIVRET D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
BETRIEBS UND WARTUNGSANLEITUNG
USE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

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1. Leva innesto
trazione alle ruote
2. Manettino
acceleratore
3. Leva innesto
movimento alla lama
4. Stegole
5. Avviamento motore
6. Sparti erba
7. Lama falciante
centrale
8. Introduzione
carburante
9. Pomello fissaggio
stegole
10. Introduzione olio per
motore
1. Leva traccion
ruedas
2. Maneta acelerador
3. Leva movimiento
barra corte
4. Manillar
5. Arranque motor
6. Apartahierba
7. Barra segadora
central
8. Introduccion
carburante
9. Pomo fijacion
manillar
10. Llenado aceite
motor
1. Levier enclenchement,
traction aux roues
2. Poignée d'accélérateur
3. Levier- enclenchement
barre
4. Mancheron
5. Démarrage moteur
6. Ecarte herbes
(diviseur)
7. Barre facheuse
centrale
8. Remplissage
carburant
9. Bouton fixage
mancheron
10. Bouchon de
remplissage de l’huile
1. Radantriebshebel
2. Gashebel
3. Messerantriebshe
bel
4. Führungsholm
5. Reversierstarter
6. Grasverteiler
7. Zentralmähwerk
8. Tankeinfüllstutzen
9. Ballengriff zur
Holmbefestigung
10. Öleinfüllstutzen
für den Motor
1. Wheel engage-
release lever
2. Accelerator hand
lever
3. Lever for blade
motion
4. Handles
5. Motor ignition
6. Grass divider
7. Central cutting
blade
8. Fuel inlet
9. Handlebar
regulator
10. Motor oil cap
PARTI DELLA MACCHINA
PARTES DE LA MAQUINA
COMPOSITION DE LA MACHINE
ERLÄUTERUNG DER MASCHINENTEILE
PARTS OF THE MACHINE

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1

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2
3

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4
5
6
7

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8
9
10
11

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INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION
2. TECHNICAL DETAILS
3. INSTRUCTION FOR MOTORHOE ASSEMBLY
4. SECURITY TERMS
5. STARTING AND STOPPING
6. SAFETY DEVICE FOR STOPPING THE MOTOR
7. USE AND ADJUSTMENT
8. MAINTENANCE
9. WARRANTY
10. CE DECLARATION
INTRODUCTION
•Dear user, thank you for preferring , The top performance and the easy use of our machine should give you any
satisfaction.
•This machine is the result of a long experience working at the top quality standard and using first quality material.
•Carefully using and servicing this machine, you will certainly get satisfactory performances for a long time.
•Please read very carefully this booklet before using your cultivator.
•The greater attention you give to our technical instructions the more reliable your machine will be. Pay special attention
to the instructions marked out by the following sign
DANGER!
Failure o comply wi h hese ins ruc ions may resul insidious or even cause fa al injury.
(TRANSLATED FROM THE ORIGINAL)

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TECHNICAL DETAILS
FOR THE ENGINE FEATURES SEE THE ENGINE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET DELIVERED WITH THE MACHINE.
•Acoustic power level LwA = 92 - 104 dB (A).
•Acoustic pressure to the operator’s ear: LpA = 81 - 91,5 dB (A)
•Vibration to handles with weighting UNI EN 1033-: 8,4 -18,17 m/s2.
•Motor fuel: unleaded petrol
•Complete with self-winding start-up device
•Safety device on handles to stop machine
•Dry air filter
•Consumption at 3600 r.p.m.: 0.8 Kg/hour
•Motor oil: AGIP DIESEL SIGMA SAE 30
•Oil quantity in gearbox : 0.5 Kg
•Gearbox: oil bath single gear
•Gearbox oil: SHELL TELLUS T22
•Mowing speed : 2,15 Km/h
•Manually controlled wheel release and cutting bar
•Steering handles mounted on vibration-damping supports
•"Tractor" type rubber wheels 360 x 85 (3.50-6)
•Central mowing unit with E.S.M. bar with 81 cm width or cm.71
•Clutch with belt tightening pulley.
•Packing: WIDTH: 100 cm HEIGHT: 47 cm LENGHT: 63 cm
For machine identification (serial number, motor, weight, power) refer to the data plate as shown in the photo.
See Ref. "A in picture 2.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR MOTORHOE ASSEMBLY
•Remove the power mower from its packing.
•Fix the handles to the handlebar support using the two screws and two knobs pre-mounted on the handle. Make sure
to position the control cables correctly.
•Fix the bar to the machine, removing the hooked spring (picture 4 Ref.A) located on the pin of the bar support (Ref.B).
Insert the pin of the bar support into the frame (Ref.C) and reinsert the spring (Ref.A) in the direction of the hole. Take
the plastic cylinder (picture 4 ref.D), insert it into the grass divider (Ref. E) and insert all into the pin of the bar (Ref.F)
correspondingly to the hole on the grass divider and on the cylinder. Fix the grass divider (Ref. E) to the bar, inserting
two screws (Ref.G) into the threaded holes on the bar corresponding to the grass divider.
•If the machine is to be transported, empty out the petrol tank and always apply the plastic protective strip to the E.S.M.
cutting bar blade. Read the E.S.M. sheet attached.
IMPORTANT: THE PACKED MACHINE IS SUPPLIED WITH THE MOTOR WITHOUT OIL OR PETROL.
IMPORTANT
1) FIT THE PAWL INTO THE HEAD AND MOUNT IT ONTO THE BAR
2) FIT THE HEAD AND BAR INTO THE MACHINE PIN. MAKE SURE THE MACHINE PIN GOES INTO THE HOLE ON
THE PAWL.
ATTENTION: WRONG OR IMPROPER MOUNTING CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE. IN
SUCH CASE, ALL THE WARRANTY CONDITIONS WILL BE NULL.

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SECURITY TERMS
•Read carefully the operation and maintenance manual enclosed with the machine.
•The use of the machine is prohibited to persons under 16 years of age.
•The operator is liable for damages since the machine is under his control.
•Those unfamiliar with the machine or who have never used it are obliged to read the operation and maintenance
manual before operation.
•In case of transport, disassemble the bar and empty the petrol out of the tank.
•If the machine is left unattended, ensure that it cannot start up again.
•Before running the machine, the operator must have a 5 meter radius of free space around him.
•Dry any petrol leaks.
•Fill up the tank with the motor off. Filling the tank or transferring fuel must always be performed outdoors, away from
flames or heat sources. Do not smoke during this operation.
•When mowing in mountainous areas or on slopes, mow horizontally and use non-skid equipment on shoes and
wheels.
•If the blade needs replacement, observe E.S.M. operation and maintenance procedures.
•If the bar suffers impact, check the condition of the bar before resuming work.
•Keep feet and hands far away from the cutting bar and all rotating parts.
•Do not run the motor where exhaust containing carbon monoxide may accumulate.
•Never use the mower incomplete or without its safety device.
•Do not assemble/disassemble or clean the cutting bar or other equipment with the motor running.
•Caution! When the clutch is engaged the cutting bar is always in motion.
•Caution! Do not mow areas with slopes exceeding 20°.
We will not be held liable for accidents caused by the failure to observe these rules.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE MACHINE
Every time you get ready to start the motor, make a careful check of the following:
•Make sure that fuel is in the tank.
•Check the motor oil level: CAUTION: MACHINES OUT OF THE FACTORY DO NOT CONTAIN OIL IN THE MOTOR.
Make sure to add oil up to the level on the dipstick.
•CONSULT THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL OF THE MOTOR UNDER "BEFORE START-UP"
•Check that all safety systems are released and functioning.
•Make sure that the feed cock of the model with Honda engine GCV135 is on.
•Start the machine always in the open air and stay at its side.
•Bring the accelerator hand lever (picture 5) to the "MAX" position, grasp the cord handle (picture 6) and pull it slightly
until you feel some resistance, then pull harder. Make sure that the cord does not return by itself -- accompany it with
your hand.
•With the motor running, bring the accelerator lever (picture 5) to the middle position To make the machine go forward
squeeze the clutch lever (picture 7 Ref. B) ; if you leave the lever, the machine stops.
•To move the mower freely forward or back, squeeze the wheel release lever (neutral position) after squeezing the
clutch lever.
•Make sure that fuel is in the tank.
•Check the motor oil level: CAUTION: MACHINES OUT OF THE FACTORY DO NOT CONTAIN OIL IN THE MOTOR.
Make sure to add oil up to the level on the dipstick.
•CONSULT THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL OF THE MOTOR UNDER "BEFORE START-UP"
•Check that all safety systems are released and functioning.
•Make sure that the feed cock of the model with Honda engine GCV135 is on.
•Start the machine always in the open air and stay at its side.
•Bring the accelerator hand lever (picture 5) to the "MAX" position, grasp the cord handle (picture 6) and pull it slightly
until you feel some resistance, then pull harder. Make sure that the cord does not return by itself -- accompany it with
your hand.
•With the motor running, bring the accelerator lever (picture 5) to the middle position To make the machine go forward
squeeze the clutch lever (picture 7 Ref. B) ; if you leave the lever, the machine stops.
•To move the mower freely forward or back, squeeze the wheel release lever (neutral position) after squeezing the
clutch lever.

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SAFETY DEVICE FOR STOPPING THE MOTOR
The main function of the lever picture 7 is to turn off the motor when releasing your hands from the steering handles.
In order to engage the bar, press the security button with the thumb (picture 7 Ref.D) and with the palm of the hand let the
bar clutch lever down (picture 7 Ref.C) keeping it pressed on the handle. To stop the mowing bar, release the lever Ref
"C" picture 7.
Every time you get ready to start the motor, check if the engaging and disengaging of the transmission to the wheels and
to the bar through the levers on the handlebars work regularly.
USE AND ADJUSTMENT
Before you start mowing, oil the cutting blade, then start the motor as follows:
•Engaging the transmission to the wheels and the cutting bar by means of the clutch lever must be carried out with the
motor at a middle r.p.m. and by slowly releasing the lever.
•When starting to mow, position the accelerator lever at 3/4 or at "MAX" to ensure adequate power.
•When mowing along a wall or the edge of a sidewalk, be careful to keep a safety distance so that the blade does not
suffer impact. If not, the cutting bar may undergo damage.
•If the belt slips, loosen the register located on the clutch lever (picture 7 Ref. “A”) and leave a travel of approximately 5
mm before the clutch engagement.
•Adjusting the height of the handles is carried out by moving the knobs securing them on the handlebar support. This
will allow two positions (picture 1 Ref. 10).
•To regulate the motor, read the manual on the motor under "REGULATIONS".

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MAINTENANCE
•For changing the oil and other maintenance operations on the motor (spark plugs, air filter, regulations), refer to the
motor manual provided.
•NB: To unscrew the oil drain plug of the motor, disassemble the rear cover (picture 8 Ref. D).
•Empty the gearbox of oil by unscrewing the oil drain plug, let the oil drain completely. After screwing back the cap
tightly, fill to the correct level with new oil recommended by the manufacturer.
•Do not leave the exhausted oil in the environment.
•Check periodically the oil level and fill in with new oil if necessary.
•If the grass is not cut in a satisfactory manner despite the adjustments, the blade must be sharpened or replaced.
Follow the instructions on the E.S.M. maintenance sheet.
•For any mechanical repair, especially during the warranty period, we recommend to go to a specialized repair shop of
the dealer.
•For transporting convenience, the handles can be disassembled by means of the two knobs (picture 1 Ref. 10). The
same is recommended for the cutting bar, which is easily disassembled by removing the special split pin on the bar
support (picture 9 Ref. E). Always use gloves and apply the protective strip to the blade.
•Regularly check that screws are tight. Pay special attention to the screws fastening the bar to its support (picture 4 Ref.
“E” – “H”).
•Lubricate periodically the crown wheel for the wheel transmission (picture 9 Ref. “F”).
•Lubricate regularly with the oilfeeder the bronze bushings (picture 9, Ref."G") on which the shaft turns.
CAUTION
It is advised not to keep the motor running when the machine is not being used for its specific
purpose
WARRANTY
Our machines and accessories are guaranteed for 2 years excluding electric and rubber parts.
All the defective parts will be replaced free of charge excluding cost of labour and transport freight, which would be at
customer’s charge.
For any problem regarding the engine or any other part not of our production, please refer to the guarantee conditions
stated by the manufacturer and apply to their assistance centres.
For any kind of problem or repair please apply to the dealer where you bought the machine.

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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The undersigned
BENASSI
declares under its own responsibility that the new machine
Type : SIKLE BAR MOWER
Model : F170
S/N : >101501 00000
complies with following Directives
2006/42/EC
2004/108/EC
2002/44/EC.
Applicable standard :
EN 12733
EN ISO 12100
Person in charge of documentation: R.TASSINARI
S.MATTEO DECIMA, 01/04/2015 signature: R.TASSINARI

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Contenuto busta Inhalt des Umschlags Bag contents Contenido del paquete Contenu du sachet
1 Slitte Barra BALKENSCHLITTEN Bar shoes Guia barra Glissieres Barre
2 Testina KOPF Head Cabeza Tete
3 Vite SCHRAUBEN Screw Tornillo Vis
4 Rondella BEILEGSCHEIBE Washer Arandela Rondelle
5 Nottolino MITNEHMER Pawl tuerca Cliquet
6 Fermo stegola BEFESTIGUNG
FÜHRUNGSHOLME Handlebar stop Retenes manuillar Bloque Mancherons
7 Decalco motore BETRIEBSANLEITUNG
MOTOR
Motor booklet Libro motor Notice du moteur
8 Fermo barra BEFESTIGUNG BALKEN Bar stop Reten barra Bloque barre
9 Fermo ruote BEFESTIGUNG RÄDER Wheel stop Reten ruedas Bloque Roues
10 Chiave candela (H) SCHLÜSSEL MOTOR (H) Motor key (H) Llave motor (H) Cle du moteur (H)
11 Chiave candela
(b&s)
SCHLÜSSEL MOTOR (B&S) Motor ket (b&s) Llave motor (b&s) Cle du Moteur
(B&S)
12 Fascette fermafilo DRAHTKLEMMEN Wire holder clamps Abrazadera sujecio
cables Bandellettes de Calage du fil
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7
8
2
1
3
4
5
6
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