Eliet E450 User manual

E450
MANUAL

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You will find information about the actual use and maintenance of the machine
in this manual. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place.
Please also keep your purchasing invoice or the proof of receipt together with
this booklet.
Register your product online at www.eliet.eu.
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booklet are protected by copyright and also by other intellectual property rights. Nothing from this information may be copied for
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ELIET manual of which the copyright is the exclusive property of their respective owners.

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1. Introduction
1.1 Carefully read this user manual
ELIET machines are designed for safe and reliable use if they are operated in accordance with
the instructions given. Carefully read these operating instructions before using the machine.
Failure to observe this may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
1.2 Identification Data – ELIET Scarifier E450
Note the identification data relating to your machine in the boxed areas.
Stock no. :
Engine :
Serial number:
Year of Manufacture :
2. Warranty
2.1 Warranty card
To be eligible to obtain warranty you must mail the completed warranty card within one month of
the date of purchase to the address stated below.
European customers : US customers :
ELIET EUROPE NV ELIET USA Inc.
Diesveldstraat 2 3361 Stafford street (office B)
8553 Otegem 15204 Pittsburgh (PA)
Ph ([phone] - Fax [phone] Ph (+001) 412 367 5185 - Fax [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail], www.eliet.eu e-mail: [e-mail], www.elietusa.com
Read the warranty conditions on the attached warranty card.

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3. Welcome
Welcome to the family of ELIET users.
We would like to thank you for the confidence that you have placed in ELIET and we are con-
vinced that you have purchased the very best machine. The operating life of your ELIET machine
depends to a great extent on how you care for your machine. If you follow the instructions and
suggestions in these manuals, your ELIET machine will operate for a very long time in optimal
condition.
Read this instruction manual carefully before operating this machine. This will prevent you from
operating the device incorrectly. For your own safety, take into account the safety instructions
specified in the relevant chapter. Even if you are thoroughly familiar with operating such equip-
ment, it is still advisable to read these pages carefully.
At ELIET all our machines and devices are subjected to a policy of continuous change and there-
fore, the specification of your machine may differ slightly in terms of shape, technology and ac-
cessories. 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. In turn, we trust that you will understand that the
texts and illustrations in this manual cannot lead to any claims. If you still have any questions
after you have read this manual, please contact your ELIET dealer. Find an official ELIET dealer
near you at www.eliet.eu.
ELIET AT YOUR SERVICE
Diesveldstraat 2 Tel : (+32) (0)56 77 70 88
B-8553 Otegem Fax : (+32) (0)56 77 52 13
België Email: servic[email protected]

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4. Table of contents
1. Introduction ..............................................................3
1.1 Carefully read this user manual ....................................................3
1.2 Identificationdata- Eliet scarifyer E450 .............................................3
2. Warranty ................................................................3
2.1 Warranty card ...................................................................3
3. Welcome .................................................................4
4. Table of contents ..........................................................5
5. Operator safety warnings ...................................................6
5.1 For your information .............................................................6
5.2 Caution ........................................................................6
5.3 Warning ........................................................................6
6. Main parts ...............................................................7
6.1 Overall view .....................................................................7
6.2 Engines ........................................................................8
7. Safety instructions ........................................................9
7.1 Safety messages .................................................................9
7.2 Safety precautions...............................................................11
7.3 Safety instructions..............................................................12
8. Dealer’s duties...........................................................16
8.1 Unpacking the machine..........................................................16
8.2 Positioning the handlebar .......................................................17
8.3 Assembling the collector unit ....................................................18
9. Operating instructions ....................................................20
9.1 Preliminary checkx............................................................. 20
9.2 Refeulling .....................................................................21
9.3 Preparing the work area.........................................................22
9.4 Starting the engine .............................................................23
9.5 Operating the machine......................................................... 25
9.6 Stopping the engine ........................................................... 28
9.7 After finishing the work ........................................................ 28
9.8 Lawn threathment after dethatching ............................................ 29
10. Transporting the machine .................................................30
11. Maintenance ............................................................31
11.1 General ........................................................................31
11.2 Maintenance shedule ...........................................................32
11.3 Lubricants.....................................................................33
11.4 Routine checks before each operation ............................................33
11.5 Maintenance after 20 hours of operation..........................................37
12. Storing the machine .....................................................47
13. Equipment specifications .................................................48
14. EC Declaration of Conformity ..............................................49

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5. Operator safety warnings
A number of symbols (“For your information”, “Caution”, “Warning”) are used in this user manual
to provide additional information and to highlight 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 to denote where you can find additional information relating to the
subject.
5.2 Caution
Caution :
This notice identifies safe usage habits. This is done to prevent incorrect actions
that can result in personal injury or damage to the machine.
5.3 Warning
Warning :
This notice is used to warn you about extreme danger that you must be aware of
in these specific circumstances. Thus remain alert, in order to ensure your own
safety.

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6. Main parts
To fully understand the content of this operator’s manual you need to be fully conversant with
the terminology used for the descriptions. In this chapter you can find a set of parts identified by
name. It is a good idea to take time to study the machine beforehand for an improved under-
standing of the descriptions provided in this user manual.
6.1 Overall view
1. Handlebar
2. Operation handle
3. Engine
4. Belt protection cover
5. Depth control buttons
6. Mud flap
7. Rotating knob for steering attachment
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6.2 Engines
For your information:
All references to front, rear/back, left and right in this manual are from the
viewpoint of the operator standing behind the machine and facing the direction
the machine is travelling.
For your information:
Your ELIET dealer remains at your service for any maintenance or advice, ensu-
ring your ELIET machine is always in perfect condition. You can contact him for
original ELIET parts and lubricants at any time. These service parts are manu-
factured according to the same strict rules and craftsmanship as the original
equipment.
Caution:
For your own safety, only original parts may be mounted on ELIET machines.
1. Choke
2. Speed control
3. ON/OFF switch
4. Oil filler cap/dipstick
5. Oil drain plug
6. Fuel tap
7. Exhaust
8. Air filter
9. Fuel filler cap
10. Condenser
11. Overflow protection device
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7. Safety instructions
7.1 Safety messages
This sticker is affixed on the belt protection cover and
warns about the danger of hand injuries. Keep your hands
and feet away from underneath the machine as long as
the blades are rotating. The engine must be turned off in
case of faulty operation or before starting maintenance.
Art nr : BQ 505 010 070
This sticker is affixed on the machine near the engine.
This sticker provides a summary of the general safety
regulations by using icons:
1. Before operating the machine the manual should be
read and understood.
2. Suitable safety clothing (gloves, safety goggles, ear
defenders) should be worn when operating the machine.
3. Working with or performing maintenance on the ma-
chine poses the risk of slicing wounds to the hands.
Be attentive and cautious.
Art nr : BQ 505 010 050
This sticker is affixed on the machine near the engine.
The sticker reminds the user to switch off the engine and
remove the spark plug cover before carrying out main-
tenance work on the machine.
Art nr : BQ 505 010 040

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This sticker is affixed near the exhaust and warns the
operator about hot surfaces with a high risk of burns.
Art nr : BQ 505 010 060
This sticker is affixed next to the engine. It reminds the
operator to keep bystanders at a distance while operating
the machine.
Art nr : BQ 505 010 150
This sticker is affixed on the cover of the driving belt. It
indicates the potential danger arising when the cover is
removed while the engine is running. The machine may
never be operated without the cover. The engine must be
switched off before removing the cover at all times.
Art nr : BQ 505 010 130
This unique sticker contains all machine identification
data:
• Year of manufacture
• Model
• Type number
• Serial number
• Capacity
• Weight
• Guaranteed A-weighted noise level
In addition, the sticker bears the manufacturer’s company
information. The sticker bears the seal of conformity with
European standards in the form of a CE label.

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7.2 Safety precautions
Operation handle: Releasing the operation handle disengages the
blade drive from the engine, causing the blade axle to come to a
stop.
Steel compartment and mud flap: The blades are encapsulated
in a firm steel compartment; together with the mud flap it stops
moss, grass and pebbles from flying up.
Belt protection cover: The cover ensures that all rotating parts
of the driver that might cause injuries are adequately screened
off.
Lateral blade guard: A screen between the wheels protects the
operator’s feet against lateral contact with the rotating blades.
Warning:
Never attempt to circumvent or disengage safety devices. Safety measures were
designed for your safety.
Before starting work, the operator should check that the safety device works
properly. Any defects must be repaired prior to using the machine.

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7.3 Safety instructions
7.3.1 General safety regulations
Warning:
MOST ACCIDENTS ARE CAUSED BY CARELESSNESS OR RECKLESS BEHAVIOUR.
• 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 an operation that
you are about to perform.
• 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 NV ELIET is at your service to answer all
of your questions on [phone].
For your information:
Also read the engine manual supplied with your machine. It contains useful tips
about proper use and maintenance of the engine.
• Readthechaptermeantforthedealer(see§8;page16)andverifywhetherthemachinehas
been delivered in accordance with the instructions.
• CarefullyobserveallsafetyinstructionswhenusingthisELIETmachine.Makesuretoread
all the instructions about how to operate the machine. All these instructions are for your own
safety.
• Getadvicefromthedealeroranotherprofessionalwhenpurchasingthemachine.
• Readandobserveallsafetymessagesstickeredonthemachine.
7.3.2 Careful and proper use
• Thinkaboutwhatyouaredoingwheneveryouoperatethemachine.Donotbetemptedtolet
routine dull your attention. Never act impulsively or on reflex.
• Despitetheextensivesafetyfeatures,donotseekoutdangeroussituations.
• Thismachineisusedtorakeoutthemossandthatchthatgrowsonthebaseofyourlawnand
then collect this in a collector unit. This machine must be used for this purpose only.
• Dethatchingisasurfaceoperation.Thebladesshouldonlytouchtheuppersurface.Themaxi-
mum blade depth is 2 millimetres. Too deep a blade setting increases the risk of broken blades
and increased wear.
• ELIETacceptsnoliabilityfordamageresultingfromimproperbladesettings.
• Dethatchingmustonlybedoneinaforwardtravellingdirection.Inviewofgeneralsafety,

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ELIET advises against dethatching in a backward direction.
• Neverdethatchwhenthegroundisfrozen.
• Itisrecommendedtoworkadrylawn.Wetlawnsincreasetheriskofaccidents;extracareis
necessary under these circumstances.
• Ifthelawnistoodehydratedafteraperiodofdrought,dethatchingisnotrecommended.The
dust generated from the lawn would increase wear of the machine. In addition, dethatching
would have a negative effect on the lawn.
• Neverworkwhenlightintensityisbelow500Lux.
• Undernoconditionswhatsoevermaytheoriginaldesignofthemachinebemodiedwithout
explicit and written consent of ELIET NV.
• Themachinemayneverbeusedasameansoftransportforpeopleorloads.
• Makeathoroughinspectionoftheareawherethemachineistobeused.Removesticks,
stones, wires and debris, but also take account of electric cables, water pipes, sprinkler heads,
drain covers, etc.
• Thebladesmustbedisengagedassoonasthemachineistakenoffthelawnandpushed
across a hard surface. When crossing larger distances on a hard surface, the engine must be
turned off as well.
• Usethemachineinanenvironmentallysafemanner:
 • Avoidrunningthemachinewithoutactivelyusingit.
 • Avoidspillingpetrolwhilerefuelling.
 • Servicetheengineregularlyinordertomaintainoptimumcombustion.
7.3.3 Operator’s responsibilities
• 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operatorofthismachineisassumedmatureenoughandwithenoughcommonsenseto
make decisions by himself.
• Themachinemaynotbeoperatedbyunderagepersons.However,thisdoesnotapplyto
youths over the age of 16 who are learning to operate the machine under the supervision of an
experienced operator. This manual must be read before use.
• Childrenandanimalsmustbekeptwellawayfromthemachine.
• ELIETadvisesagainstlendingthemachinetoothersbut,ifthisshouldoccur,itshouldonly
be lent to persons who are familiar it. Always make sure that the user is aware of the potential
hazardsandensurethathe/shereadsthemanualbeforeusingthemachine.

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This machine must only be operated by persons who have a good physical condition. Take a
rest if you become tired while operating the machine. Do not operate the machine after alcohol
consumption.
Warning:
YOU COULD END UP REGRETTING ONE MOMENT OF INATTENTION OR CARE-
LESSNESS FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.
7.3.4 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
For your information:
Personal protective equipment reduces the risk run by the operator.
• Suitableclothingmustbewornwhenoperatingthismachine,i.e.clothingcoveringtheentire
body, protective gloves and closed footwear.
• Sinceyourfeetrunahighriskwhenoperatingthemachine,sturdy,closednon-slipshoesarea
must. Shoes with a steel top are highly recommended.
• Forprotectionofthemostsensitivesenses,ELIETrecommendshearingprotectionandsafety
goggles.
• Dethatchingcanproduceaconsiderableamountofdust.Ifitirritatesyourrespiratoryairways,
ELIET recommends you wear a dust mask (in compliance with the 89/686/EEC standard).
7.3.5 Danger zone
The safe position for the operator is behind the machine, with both hands on the handlebar.
• Neverallowbystanderswithinthedangerzonestretchingupto10maroundthemachine
during work.
• Donottakerisks!Stopthebladedriveassoonassomeoneentersthedangerzone.
• Shutofftheenginewhenleavingthemachineunattended.
• Oncethemotorisrunning,focusallyourattentiononoperatingthemachine.

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7.3.6 Periodic maintenance
For your information:
For your own safety and in the interest of extending the life of the machine, this
machine should undergo regular maintenance.
• Periodic maintenance is essential. Strictly follow the maintenance schedule included in this
operatingmanual(see§11.2;page32).Amaintenancemeterhelpsyoukeeptrackofthe
machine’s hours of operation.
• Always request genuine ELIET replacement parts from your ELIET dealer if parts require
replacement due to wear or failure. This is of key importance for your own safety.
• Repairs, maintenance and cleaning must only be performed with the engine disengaged and the
spark plug cap decoupled.

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8. Dealer’s duties
8.1 Unpacking the machine
• Settheboxonanevensurface.Payattentiontothe
arrows indicating the upper side of the box.
• Cutopenthesideoftheboxandpullouttheaps.
• Pullthemachineoutofthebox

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8.2 Positioning the handlebar
•Pushthehandlebarbackfromitshorizontalposition
until it clicks into the guides on both sides. .
• Securethenutsoneithersideofthehandlebar.

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1. 6 x self-locking nut M6
2. 9 x pinion M6
3. 3 x bolt M6x12
4. deflector plate
5. 3 x bolt M6x10
6. 2 x self-locking nut M8
7. 2 x bolt M8x50
8. 2 x support axles
9. Frame
10. Textile
8.3 Assembling the collector unit
The collector unit that can be purchased with the machine comprises a number
of machine parts:
Pull the collector unit over the frame so that the nylon base plate hangs on the underside.
The collector unit is edged with plastic clips. These clips are hooked onto the frame so that the
bag sits firmly on the frame.
In order to hang the bag on the machine, two shaft ends must be bolted to the steering handle.
Two holes are provided for this purpose. Place the axles on the inside of the steering frame and
secure these with the attachment materials supplied (see image above).
The metal deflector serves to direct the moss into the collector unit.
This is mounted under the chassis. Six holes have been pre-drilled in the chassis for this purpose
(see image above).
Turn the bolts tightly so that this plate does not come loose while using the machine.

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8.4 Other duties
Warning:
The ELIET Dealer is obliged to explain the workings of themachine to the
customerandalsopointoutthepossiblehazardsthatarepresentedbyit.Heis
expected to carefully go over the maintenance points of the machine together
with the new owner. These instructions should be repeated until the new owner
has fully understood everything.
In its position as a manufacturer, ELIET wishes to re-emphasise that the dealer
must expressly point out to the customers that they must re-tighten all bolts of
the machine within the first 5 operating hours.
• Thefueltankwillbelled(see§9.2;page21)
• Priortodeliverytothecustomer,thedealerwillchecktheoillevelbymeansofthedipstick.
• ThedealerchecksthattheRPMsettingisat3,200RPM.
• Thedealermakesanaltestdriveandchecksthatalldevicesoperateproperly.
• Thedealerchecksthatallsafetyfeaturesworkperfectly.
• EveryELIETdealerwarrantsalonglifespanofELIETmachines.Hewilllubricatethehinges
before delivering the machine to the client.
• Importantinformationforthenewowneratthetimeofdelivery:
• Thedealerfamiliarizesthenewownerwiththemachine’soperation.
• Thedealerinformsthenewownerofpotentialdangers.
• Thedealerinsiststhatthemachinebereturnedforrstmaintenanceafter10hoursofservice
(belt tightening and first oil change are required).
Caution:
The dealer ensures that the warranty card is filled out and signed
The purpose is to avoid warranty disputes. Please read the warranty conditions
for more details.

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9. Operating instructions
9.1 Preliminary checks
Caution:
Try making a habit of checking the following points before getting to work with
the machine:
9.1.1 Checklist
• Checkthemachine’shoursofoperationandcomparethisnumberwiththemaintenancetable
(see§11.2;page32).
• Checktheoillevel.Pulloutthedipstickandcheckwhethertheoillevelisbelowminimum(see
§11.4.2,page33).
• Checkthatthefueltankisfull.Ifnot,llitup(see§9.2;page21).
• Checktheairlterforexcessivedirt(see§11.4.3,page33)
• Checkthebladesforwear(see§11.5.6,page37).
• Checkthatthebelttensionisadequate(see§11.4.5,page33).Ifnot,adjustit(see§11.5.5,
page 37).
• Checkthatthedepthsettingiscorrect(see§11.4.4,page33).
• Checkthatallprotectioncoversarepresentandproperlyinplace.
• Checkthatallsafetyprovisionsonthemachinearestilloperatingproperly.
• Ifthemachineisequippedwithamaintenancemeter,checkthatitoperatesattheindicated
speed (3200 RPM). Never attempt to change the default engine settings.
After verification and approval of all points on the checklist, the work area can be prepared
(see§9.3,page22)andthemachinewheeledtoit.