Eliet DZC550 Assembly instructions

MANUAL
DZC550

You will find dinformation about the actual use and maintenance of the machine.
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1. Introduction
1.1 Read this operating manual carefully
ELIET machines are designed for safe and reliable use if they are operated in accordance with
the instructions provided. Carefully read these operating instructions before using the machine.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
1.2 Identification data – ELIET OVERSEEDER COMBI DZC 550
Write the identification data of your machine in the text boxes:
Motor: Honda GX270
Stock no.: MA 016 021 207
Serial number:
Year of manufacture:
2 Warranty
2.1 Warranty card
In order to avail of the warranty, please fill out the warranty card
and send it to the address below within one month after purchase:
European customers : ELIET EUROPE NV/SA US customers : ELIET USA Inc.
Diesveldstraat 2 3361 Stafford street (office B) - USA
8553 Otegem - Belgium 15204 Pittsburgh (PA) - USA
T([phone] - F([phone] T412 367 5185 - F412 774 1970
www.eliet.eu www.elietusa.com
Read the warranty conditions on the attached warranty card.
Also register your product online on www.eliet.eu.

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3. Welcome
Welcome to the family of ELIET users.
We thank you for the trust that you have placed in ELIET and we are convinced that you have
purchased the very best machine. The operating life of your ELIET machine depends on how you
care for your machine. This manual and the motor manual included will help you on your way.
Strict adherence to the instructions and suggestions in these manuals will guarantee optimum
performance of your ELIET machine for a very long time.
Read this manual carefully before operating the machine. This will prevent incorrect operation of
the machine.
For your own safety, please observe the safety instructions specified in the relevant chapter. Even
if you are thoroughly familiar with operating such equipment, it is still advisable to read these
pages carefully.
All ELIET equipment and machines are continually being updated and improved and therefore
the specification of your machine may differ slightly in terms of shape, technology and acces-
sories. The descriptions and technical data in this manual are accurate at the time of printing.
Certain illustrations and descriptions may not be applicable to your specific machine, but instead
relate to a different version of the machine. For this reason, discrepancies or deviations in the
texts and illustrations in this manual cannot give rise to any claims, as you may well understand.
Should you have any questions not fully addressed in this manual, please contact your ELIET
dealer.
ELIET AT YOUR SERVICE
ELIET EUROPE NV/SA ELIET USA
GMT + 1 : GMT - 6
opening hours: 8 to 12 and from 13 to 18 opening hours: 8 AM to 6 PM
T (+32) (0)56 77 70 88 - F (+32) (0)56 77 52 13 T 412 367 5185 - F 412 774 1970
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4. Table of contents
1. Introduction .............................................................3
1.1 Read this operating manual carfully.............................................3
1.2 Identification data - Eliet overseeder combi DZC 550..............................3
2. Warranty ...............................................................3
2.1 Warranty card ................................................................3
3. Welcome ................................................................4
4. Table of contents .........................................................5
5. Safety symbols ..........................................................6
5.1 For your information ..........................................................6
5.2 Caution......................................................................6
5.3 Warning .....................................................................6
6. Most important parts .....................................................7
6.1 Overall view..................................................................7
6.2 Handlebars ..................................................................9
6.3 Engine ......................................................................9
7. Safety instructions .......................................................11
7.1 Safety messages .............................................................11
7.2 Safety features ..............................................................13
7.3 Safety instructions...........................................................15
8. Dealer’s duties..........................................................22
9. Operating instructions ...................................................25
9.1 Preliminary checks.......................................................... 25
9.2 Characteristics of the work area ...............................................26
9.3 Preparation of the work area..................................................27
9.4 Preparing the machine ...................................................... 29
9.5 Starting the petrol motor .....................................................35
9.6 Working with the machine ................................................... 38
9.7 Cleaning the machine ....................................................... 46
9.8 Fault diagnosis ............................................................. 47
10. Tranporting the machine..................................................22
11. Maintenance............................................................60
11.1 General.................................................................... 60
11.2 Maintenance schedule .......................................................61
11.3 Motor maintenance ......................................................... 62
11.4 Machine maintenance ....................................................... 68
12. Storing the machine .....................................................95
13. Equipment specifications .................................................96
14. EC declaration of Conformity ..............................................97
15. Annexes ...............................................................98

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5. Safety symbols
In the operating manual, a number of symbols are used to provide additional information and
warn of any dangers.
5.1 For your information
For your information:
This symbol is used to draw your attention to specific information and/or ac-
tions, or it is used to indicate where you can find additional information relating
to the topic.
5.2 Caution
Caution:
This symbol suggests safe practices. The purpose is to prevent incorrect opera-
tion that could result in personal injury or damage to the machine.
5.3 Warning
Warning:
This notice warns you about any extreme dangers of which you must be aware
in these specific circumstances. So for the sake of your own safety, remain alert
at all times.

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6. Most important parts
To fully understand the content of this operating manual you need to be fully conversant with the
terminology used for the descriptions. This chapter refers to a broad range of machine parts and
identifies their names. We recommend that you take the time to study the machine prior to its
use for a better understanding of the descriptions provided in this operating manual.
6.1 Overall view
Essential machine parts:
1) Collector unit
2) Depth regulation
3) Seed reservoir
4) Seed flow rate control
5) Engine
1) Anti-scalp runner
2) Roller scraper
3) Deflector valve
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1) Handlebars
2) Push roller / drive rollers
3) Protective transmission covers
4) Hydraulic oil tank
8) Rollen
1) Camshaft
2) Hydrostat
3) Reduction gearbox
1) Blade axis
2) Anti-scalp runner
3) Roller
4) Seed funnels
5) Shocks springs (optional)

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6.2 Handlebars
1) All-in-one control lever
2) Thrust lever
3) Operation lever traction
left roller
4) Operation lever traction
right roller
5) Transport lever - operating posi-
tion
6) Hydrostatic lever (gear shift)
7) Brake
6.2 Engine
1) Petrol tank
2) Fuel cap
3) Oil filler cap (side of the seed
reservoir)
4) Oil drainage cap (side of the
operator)
5) Spark plug
6) Air filter
7) Exhaust
8) Ventilation grid
9) Contact lock
10)Starter cable
Detail A
1) Thrust lever
2) Choke lever
3) Fuel tap
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Caution:
There are 2 oil drainage plugs and 2 oil filler caps on the motor. Only the oil
drainage plug on the operator side and the oil filler cap on the side of the seed
reservoir are used with this machine!
For your information:
If the terms for back,
front, left, and right are used,
in the manual, then this is always
viewed from the perspective of the
operator directing the machine.
For your information:
Your authorised ELIET dealer is at your service for any maintenance or advice,
ensuring that your ELIET machine always remains in perfect condition. You
can contact him/her for original ELIET parts and lubricants at any time.
These service parts are manufactured according to the same strict rules and
craftsmanship as the original equipment.
For your information:
Chapter 11 contains an overview of the maintenance requirements for this
machine and advises you on maintenance requiring the assistance of an
authorised dealer.
Caution:
For your own safety, only original HONDA or ELIET parts may be mounted onto
this ELIET machine.
Front
Right
Left
Back

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7. Safety instructions
7.1 Safety messages:
For your information:
The safety stickers are applied to the machine in clearly visible places. Take
notice of the warning messages on these stickers prior to using the machine.
This sticker is glued to the handlebar cover. A
central spot on the machine, in remains visible for
the operator.
The sticker is made up of three parts:
The first part shows icons that summarise the
general safety instructions:
1. Before operating the machine the manual should
be read and understood.
2. Suitable safety clothing (safety goggles, gloves,
ear protection) must be worn whenever and
wherever it is required.
3. Working with or performing maintenance on the
machine poses the risk of cuts to the hands. Be
attentive and cautious.
The second part of the sticker reminds the
operator that the motor must be turned off
and the spark plug cap removed before starting
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The third part of the sticker reminds bystanders
to observe a 10 m safe distance when
approaching the machine.
This sticker has stock no.: BQ 505 010 171
A safety sticker applied behind the large cover
of the chain drive warns that no work must be
done without the cover in place. Working without
the cover poses the immediate risk of clothes or
limbs getting caught in the drive and being cut
off.
This sticker has stock no.: BQ 505 010 130
This sticker has been applied to the machine in
several places:
• Twice on the curved front plate of the
machine.
• Once on the cover of the discharge opening.
The sticker points at the danger of cuts when
reaching hands or limbs into the relevant zone.
This sticker has stock no.: BQ 505 010 070
Identification sticker
This sticker is attached to the right hand side
of the machine body. It contains the machine’s
identification data:
Model
Model no.
Serial no.
Year of manufacture
Motor
Capacity
Weight

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Guaranteed A-weighted sound power Lw(A):
This sticker also includes information on the
manufacturer. The CE label confirms that the
machine is in compliance with the applicable
European machine directive.
This label is applied to the right hand side of
the machine body. The figures on it represent
the guaranteed sound power levels (LwA)
produced by the machine under normal operating
circumstances.
This sticker has stock no.: BQ 505 112 098
Caution:
Safety stickers that as a result of use or cleaning are either damaged, have been
removed or become illegible must be replaced immediately. Stickers can be ob-
tained from any authorised ELIET dealer.
7.2 Safety features
De All-in-oneTM control lever (AIOC):
This black lever, mounted on the handlebars,
controls practically all of the machine’s drives
and key functions.
• Activatingthebladedrive
• Activatingtheacceleration
• Openingtheseedreservoir
Letting go of the lever interrupts all drives and
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Protective coverings:
All moving parts are safely shielded by several protective covers.
1. Protective covers over the transmission gearing of the traction rollers
2. Protective cover on the motor transmission
3. Protective covers for the camshaft and hydrostat
4. Seed reservoir lid: prevents users from accidentally reaching into the rotating drum.
5. Protective cover on rotating drum transmission.
Sturdy construction: The robust construction is testimony to the sustainability of the machines
and offers a guarantee for the operator’s safety under unforeseen circumstances.
Noise reduction: The powerful motor that provides increased torque by means of a built-in
reduction gearbox, takes away the need to work at full throttle. It also decreases the noise by
a few decibels. Additional interior rubber cladding absorbs the impact on the plate, resulting in
reduced noise and protecting the shields at the same time.

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7.3 Safety instructions
7.3.1 General safety instructions
• Theownerofthemachinewillkeepthismanualduringitscompleteservicelife.Areference
guide for the user, it also ensures that the machine is used and maintained correctly at all
times. Always refer to this instruction manual if you have any doubts about operations that
you are about to perform.
• AlwaysobservetheapplicableregulationsoftheLabourInspectoratetoavoidaccidents.
• Iftheinstructionsstatedinthismanualarenotcleartoyou,donothesitatetocontactyour
ELIET dealer for further explanation. The help desk at ELIET NV/SA is at your service to
answer all of your questions. (EU [phone] - USA 412 367 5185 ). ([e-mail])
• Undernoconditionswhatsoevermaytheoriginaldesignofthemachinebemodiedwithout
explicit and written consent of ELIET EUROPE NV/SA.
• AlwaysobserveallsafetyinstructionswhenusingthisELIETmachine!Carefullyreadall
the instructions relating to the operation of the machine. They are important for your own
personal safety.
• Readthechaptermeantforthedealer(read§“8.Dealer’sduties”onpage22)and
immediately verify whether the machine has been delivered in accordance with the
instructions.
• Getadvicefromthedealeroranotherprofessionalwhenpurchasingthemachine.
For your information:
Also read through the safety instructions in the HONDA motor manual. It
contains useful tips about proper use and maintenance of the motor.
• Readandobserveallsafetymessageslabelledonthemachine.(forthestickerlocation,read§
“7.1Safetymessages:”onpage11)
7.3.2 Careful and proper use
• Thepurposeofthismachineistorenovateandrejuvenateanexistinglawn.Thisisdoneby
removing any existing vegetation from the lawn and injecting new grass seed into it. The effect
is a considerably higher proportion of young and vital grass, resulting in a better looking lawn
with better resistance.
• Themachinecombinesseveralfunctionsthatareexecutedinonesingleoperation:

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A. Preparatory work:
• Carvesowingtrenchesintothesoil.(depthbetween0mmand20mm)
• Collectingthedugupsoil,moss,feltetc.andtransferringittothemachine’scollectorunit
B. Sowing seeds:
• Evenlyscatteringlawnseed.
• Cuttinggroovesandsowingtheseedswithprecision
• Recuperationandrackinginthelawnseed
• Closingthegroovesandtighteningthesoilaroundtheseedwithabackroller
Caution:
This machine is not intended for soil cultivation and must therefore be used only
for the above mentioned application.
• Overseedingrequiresphysicaleffortthatdemandstheconcentrationoftheoperator.Itis
therefore advisable to take sufficient breaks as well as adequate food and drink.
• Itisunsafeforpersonswithheartproblemsand/orbalancedisturbancestooperatethe
machine.
• Thinkaboutwhatyouaredoingateverymanoeuvre.Donotbetemptedtoletroutinedull
your attention. Never act impulsively or on reflex.
• Althoughthemachineisequippedwithextensivesafetyfeatures,pleaseavoidseekingout
any dangers. (read over appendix B1, which contains an indicative list of dangers)
Warning:
Most accidents are caused by carelessness or reckless behaviour.
• Themachinemayneverbeusedonpastures,onlyonexistingornamentallawns.
• Itwillneverbeusedtoworkonsitesthatdonotcomplywiththesoilcharacteristics(read
§“9.2Characteristicsoftheworkarea”onpage26)
• Onlyworkthemachineinaforwardtravellingdirection.
• Neveroperatethemachineonfrozensoil.
• Neverworkwhenlightintensityisbelow500Lux.
• Themachinemayneverbeusedasameansoftransportforpeopleorheavyloads.
• Thoroughlyinspecttheareawherethemachineistobeused.Removeroots,stones,sticks,

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textile, steel wires and other debris. Also pay attention to leads on the surface (electric
cables, water, etc.).
• Avoidlawnsthatcontainstones.Choosetheslowestoperatingspeedwherenecessary
and reduce the blade depth. Be alert on large stones - immediately lift the machine into
transport mode to pass the obstacle.
Caution:
The machine’s work depth is 20 mm at most; each obstacle in the top layer of
the soil therefore constitutes a risk of damage or breakage of the blade system.
• ELIETcannotbeheldliablefordamagetoproperty.
• Whenthebladesareoperatingandthemachinehasbeensettoworkdepthmode,the
operator shall work in - practically - straight lines only. With the machine in this position
turning is strictly prohibited.
• Avoidinhalingthemachine’sexhaustfumes.Exhaustfumescontaintoxins,whichcanlead
to poisoning and result in death. Consequently, the motor may never run in a closed envi-
ronment for more than 30 seconds.
7.3.3 Operator’s responsibilities
• Theoperatorofthismachineisassumedmatureenoughandwithenoughcommonsenseto
make decisions by himself.
• Allpersonsusingthemachineareassumedtobefullyconversantwiththesafetyinstructions.
The operator is fully liable for the use of the machine in regard to himself and to third parties.
• Themachinemaynotbeoperatedbyunderagepersons.Thisdoesnotapplytoyouthsover16
who are learning to operate the machine under the supervision of an experienced operator.
• Childrenandanimalsmustbekeptoutsidethemachine’sdangerzone.Aminimumdistanceof
10 meters must be observed.
• ELIETadvisesagainstlendingthemachinetoothersbut,ifthisshouldoccur,itshouldonlybe
lent to persons who are familiar with the machine. Always make sure that the user is aware of
the potential hazards and ensure that he/she reads the manual before using the machine.
(Appendix B1 contains a list of indicative dangers.)
• Thismachinemustonlybeoperatedbypersonswhoarewell-restedandinagoodphysical
condition. Take a rest if you become tired whilst operating the machine.
• Donotoperatethemachineafteralcoholorhallucinogenicdruguse.
• Whenoverseedingongroundthatisunfamiliar,youmustinvestigateandnotifytheperson
who owns the land of the potential obstacles or foreign objects in the subsoil before undertak-
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Warning:
A moment of carelessness or distraction can lead to life long regrets
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7.3.4 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Suitableclothingmustbewornwhenoperatingthismachine,i.e.coveringtheentirebody.The
clothing should never be loosely worn. (e.g. a scarf, is out of the question).
• Longhairmustbecontainedusingacaporaheadband,orworninaponytail.
• AlthoughtheriskofpersonalinjuryislimitedwiththisELIEToverseeder,theoperator’sfeet
are most vulnerable. Sturdy closed shoes with a steel top are highly recommended.
• Forprotectionofthemostsensitivesenses,ELIETrecommendshearingprotection.
• Beextraalertwhenwearinghearingprotection:itcanimpairtheabilitytohearwarning
sounds (such as yelling, signal tones, etc.). With this in mind, ELIET strongly advices against
hearing protection with a built-in music player.
• Asindicatedonthesafetystickeronthemachine,theoperatormustwearsafetyglovesand
safety goggles in addition to hearing protection.
• Workingthesoilcancausealargeamountofdust,especiallyunderwarmanddryweather
circumstances. ELIET recommends using a dust mask if your respiratory airways become agi-
tated as a result
(masks should comply with the 89/686/EEC standard).
For your information:
The operator of the machine can reduce the risk of injury by wearing the proper
personal protection equipment.
7.3.5 Ergonomics
• Makesuretowearshoeswithapropersolethatprovidesufcientsupport.
• Holdthehandlebarswithbothhands.
• Usethewheeltractiontosteerthemachineintherightdirection.Itisuselesstopullorpush
the handlebar in an attempt to make the machine change direction.
• TheDZC550weighsover241kg;youshouldthereforenevertrytoliftthemachinebythe
handlebars.
• Theseedreservoircanholdapproximately40Lofgrassseed.Forthisreason,choosingseed
bags of equally large volume will prevent back problems caused by lifting the bags.
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7.3.6 Danger zone
The image below shows the position of the operator and the machine’s danger zone:
• Whilstworking,theoperatormustalwaysoperatethemachinefromtheoperatingpost.This
area is safe from flying debris, it provides a clear overview of the machine and all necessary
operating tools are within reach.
• Forthesakeofsafety,theoperatorshouldneverallowbystanderswithinthedangerzone,
which stretches up to 10 m around the machine during work.
• Childrenandanimalsmustbekeptwellawayfromthemachineatalltimes.
• Donottakerisks!Whensomeonecomeswithinthedangerzone,immediatelystopyour
activity by releasing the AIOC* decoupling lever. Doing so will switch off the blade drive and
accelerator, and the seed reservoir will be closed off.
• Whenusingthemachinewithout a collector unit, it is advised to set the deflector cover to the
lowest possible setting. This keeps the blades better shielded!
• Whenworkingwithoutanycollectorapparatus,youshouldbecautiousofthefactthatthe
blades can lift objects from the ground and hurl them over great distances. These projectiles
can injure third parties or damage property.
• Shutoffthemotorwhenleavingthemachineunattended.TurnthemotorswitchtotheOFF
position
• Oncethemotorisrunning,focusallyourattentiononoperatingthemachine.
7.3.7 Periodic maintenance
For your information:
For your own safety, and in the interest of preserving the life of the machine,
this machine should undergo regular maintenance.
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• Periodicmaintenanceisessential.Strictlyfollowthemaintenancescheduleincludedinthis
operatingmanual(see“11.2 Onderhoudschema”onpage61).
• Themaintenancemeterhelpsyoukeeptrackofthenumberofworkhours(readappendixB4
on the functioning of the maintenance meter).
• Themaintenancemetercanbeacriticaltoolandresourceforkeepingtrackoftheexactnum-
ber of work hours. For this, consult your authorised ELIET dealer.
• Inspectthemachinepriortoeveryjob.(Read§9.1and§11.4.1).Anydefectsmustberepaired
immediately.
• Alwaysensurethemotorisswitchedoffbeforeperformingrepairsormaintenance.Always
wait until the blades have come to a full stop before performing any action whatsoever.
• Ifpartsmustbereplacedasaresultofwearorfailure,youmustalwaysturntoyourauthor-
ised ELIET dealer for original replacement parts. This is of key importance for your own safety.
Warning:
Repairs, maintenance and cleaning must only be performed with the motor
disengaged and the spark plug cap decoupled.
7.3.8 Limits of the machine
• ELIETrecommendsamaximumworkdepthof20mm.Inviewofyourownsafetyandalong
life span of your machine, increasing the work depth is not recommended.
• TheDZC550shouldnotbeusedatlowtemperaturesorwhenthereisfrostforming.
• Themachineweighs241(*)kg.Pleasetakethisintoaccountwhentransportingthemachine.
• Theminimumpassagewidthis:750mm
• Thetreadwidthoftherollersis:550mm
• Maximumgroundclearanceintransportmodeis:40mm
• Minimumturningzone:R:1,440mm
• Timerequiredtoswitchfromtransportmodetooperationmode:3seconds
• Maximumforwardspeed:between0and4km/hor1.1m/s.
• Maximumspeedinreverse:between0and4km/hor1.1m/s.
• Averageoperationalspeedisbetween0and3km/hor0.83m/s.
• Weight(withoutcollectorunit)onthefrontaxle:17kg;weightontherearaxle:200kg
• Themachine’smaximumgroundpressureis0.6kg/cm2. Always verify that the surface has suf-
ficient bearing power.
• Averageconsumption:3.8to4L/hour
(*) = weight of the machine with an empty seed reservoir and empty collector unit