Etesia AK 51 User manual
AK 51
GB User Manual
(Translation of the originals
instructions manual)
Please read carefully before using your machine
CONTENTS
AK 51 Brush-cutter
1. Your safety and that of others ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Key to diagrams............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
3. Descriptions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
4. Pictures ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5. Technical specifications................................................................................................................................................................ 9
6. Preparation and getting started ................................................................................................................................................... 10
7. Operating instructions................................................................................................................................................................. 11
8. Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
9. Winter storage - long stop........................................................................................................................................................... 13
10. Day to day maintenance – Breakdowns and solutions ............................................................................................................... 14
11. Regular maintenance summary................................................................................................................................................... 14
12. Warranty...................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
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You are now the proud owner of an Etesia brush-cutter!
You have just bought an ETESIA machine.
This amazingly strong and reliable machine has been designed to last.
please read this instruction booklet very carefully and make sure
you follow the safety and maintenance instructions.
products.
with the description in the present booklet.
specifications.
INTRODUCTION
your safety and that of others.
grass and other small shoots on ground which is relatively uniform
satisfactory.
the regular mowing of your lawn.
compliance with the instructions and is not recommended.
USER RESPONSIBILITY
BEFORE USING YOUR BRUSH-CUTTER
brush-cutter.
removed.
adjustment of the blade.
the machine.
YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF OTHERS
manual.
brush-cutter.
or after consuming alcohol or taking medicine.
area where the brush-cutter is being used.
others by stones and other objects being thrown up.
when the engine is running.
and edging which cannot be cut by the blade and which could
damage the cutting system.
lighting.
take great care when changing direction.
WARNING!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is odourless and can
kill.
hot.
working position.
blades rotating or switch off the engine.
care should always be exercised when using your brush-cutter.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
working condition.
the engine.
cause leaks and make the engine difficult to start.
and store it in a clean can designed for this purpose.
WARNING!
lights or any other devices liable to produce sparks.
operation.
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do not attempt to start the engine.
take care not to ignite any undispersed fuel vapour.
fuel cock is open.
increase the engine speed.
starter until the engine starts.
it may cause the flywheel to break during use ; all major servicing
should be performed by an authorised ETESIA workshop which has
the appropriate tools for engine maintenance.
cylinder or fins.
grassy ground if the exhaust pipe is not fitted with a spark arrester
plug cap during all servicing operations.
residue or other materials which could affect the engine speed.
or arm.
RESPONSIBILTY
failure to comply with this manual or with current regulations.
ETESIA.
serious injury to the user.
to comply with these instructions.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE
maintenance operations.
carefully all the safety instructions.
your machine.
A B C
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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
mower.
SAFETY LABELS
LABEL A
instructions of the instruction booklet
LABEL B
services on the mower
LABEL C
e. Risk of projected objects
f. Keep the third person away from the machine
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• EnginE spEEd
START position: to start with cold engine
Maximum run
STOP position: to stop the engine
• spEEd COnTROL LEVER
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2
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Reverse drive speed
• dRiVE COnTROL LEVER
against the handlebar.
• bLadE CLuTCh COnTROL LEVER
BLADE
1 - Press the upper safety lever against
to the handlebar.
2 - Push the button and move the blade
clutch control lever forward to
engage the blade.
BLADE
- Release the safety lever to stop
blade rotation. The blade will be
automatically braked and stopped.
• diffEREnTiaL LOCk
- Set the differential lock control lever to
position [1].
- Bring the differential lock control lever back to
position
[
0
]
to return to the active differential
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ACCESSORIES
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MAXI 20°
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4
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4
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Engine
4 strokes with differential lock
Piston displacement 182 cm3
Stroke 50 mm
Bore 68 mm
Rate 3000 rpm
Starter Recoil
Decompression device Mechanical
Regulator Mechanical
Air filter Paper cartridge and prefilter
Ignition Electronic
Spark plug Standard Ø 14 mm
Thread lenght : 19 mm
Blade clutch device Belt
Blade clutch belt tension
Rear : Ø 310 mm
Drive speed hydraulic gearbox
Weight 85 kg
hw 2
Sound pressure at driver’s seat Lpa = 79dB (A)
Reference standard for measurements : EN 836
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knobs.
The handlebar can be adjusted in 3 positions.
the handlebar.
mower.
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINE
– OIL - FUEL
- Place the brush-cutter on a flat surface.
- Remove the dipstick and pour oil in slowly. Oil sump
dipstick.
- The oil must reach the [full] mark on the dipstick.
cutter on its side.
WARNING!
off.
brush-cutter away from the area where the petrol has been spilt and
ensure is no risk of ignition as long as the petrol vapour has not
dispersed.
following :
spilt fuel has been eliminated.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE
STARTING THE ENGINE
operation.
shut automatically.
compression.
engine.
carbon monoxide could accumulate.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
STARTING A “HOT” ENGINE.
generally necessary to use the choke.
engine run a little with the throttle on [START] before placing it on
the engine.
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ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
(PICTURE 3 PAGE 8)
Proceed only after engine has been switched off and blade
has come to a complete standstill.
On normal use the 4 wheels must be adjusted to the same
while preserving a perfectly horizontal shearing.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
BLADE
BLADE BRAKE CLUTCH
cutter mower. The machine drive can also be used apart from blade
USE
feet away from the cutting blade.
engage the blade. The blade will remain engaged after the control
lever has been released as long as the safety lever is kept pressed
against the handlebar.
BLADE STOP
automatically braked and stopped within 3 seconds.
Release the safety lever to check if the blade stops
immediately.
dRiVE spEEd adjusTmEnT
optimal speed.
SPEED ADJUSTMENT
LOCKING THE DIFFERENTIAL
The differential can be locked to prevent the driving wheels from
spinning and gain driving force on sloping ground or wet grass.
STARTING AND STOPPING
fORwaRd dRiVE
dRiVE COnTROL
To move
lever is closed to the handlebar.
Go reverse
it back. The drive is maximum when the control lever is applied
against the handlebar.
control lever.
Be particularly careful when you use the reverse gear:
the machines movement.
Displacement of the lawnmower engine stopped
the transmission of the lawnmower.
CUTTING – PRÉCAUTIONS FOR USE
ON SLOPES
MOWING
Always keep a safety distance.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug before
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CLEANING
taking particular care to clean the inside of the cutter housing well.
eject any water which has got into the rotating parts.
ChECking ThE safETy dEViCEs
- The good condition of the cutting blade and its fixation.
- That the 3 safety flaps are in place.
- That the hold-down safety levers are working correctly
system checked by an approved ETESIA service engineer.
STORAGE
TRANSPORT
fuel cock open.
CUTTING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
that its central fixation is tight.
REPLACING THE BLADE (PICTURE 4 PAGE 8)
which has extremely sharp edges.
the central screw.
REGULAR ENGINE MAINTENANCE
OILING – OIL CHANGE
before starting the machine.
without screwing the plug back in.
engine.
OIL CHANGE
engine must be spared.
OIL CHANGE METHOD
while the engine is still hot.
on its side.
Dispose of used oil at an approved collection point.
OIL CHANGE FREQUENCY
temperatures.
when cold.
COOLING SYSTEM, CARBURETTOR
engine.
efficiently cooled.
SPARK PLUG
AIR FILTER (PICTURE 6 PAGE 8)
once every 5 hours of use.
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operation more often when the weather is dry.
back in.
LONG DISTANCE CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT:
lock and the gas control.
Eventual adjustments can eventually be done by moving the case stop
mark position of the case stop.
differential lock control lever is moved into position [1]. To check
locknut again and install the transmission cover.
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Move the stop to tension completely the cable and bring the
PREPARATION
inside of the cutter housing.
spoonful of oil into the cylinder.
so as to spread the oil and protect the cylinder and valves from
corrosion.
an approved ETESIA dealer.
This will help to keep your brush-cutter in good condition… for an
immediate start next spring !
STARTING UP AGAIN
- Allow to dry before putting it back.
- Pull the starter several times to expel excess oil from engine.
- Then refit the dry spark plug.
- Top up with homogenous and suitable fuel.
- Start the engine.
an approved ETESIA dealer.
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Remove the plug lead before carrying out any work under the cutting deck.
Page Element Before each cutting After the 5
first hours
Every 50 h or each
season
Periodically Observation
12 Engine oil Drain Drain
for warranty
12 Air filter Replace
12 Spark
electrodes
Replace if used too
much
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12 Safety devices
12 Blade Sharpen or replace
for warranty
12 Blade fixation
Most operating problems are due to inappropriate use of the brush-cutter or a failure to carry out the normal recommended maintenance.
ABNORMAL OPERATION PROBABLE CAUSE.........................................................REMEDY
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Insufficient compression. or the cylinder head gasket are defective.
The spark plug is loose.................................................................Tighten correctly.
.........................................................Tighten correctly.
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The fuel cock is closed. ................................................................Open the fuel cock.
Defective petrol intake. ................................................................
..........................................................Put the throttle control on [].
......................................................................................................Turn the engine with the spark plug removed to
......................................................................................................remove the excess fuel.
Blocked air filter. ..........................................................................
Defective carburettor. ...................................................................
.....Replace the petrol.
....................................................................Replace the spark plug.
Defective ignition coil. .................................................................
Engine lacking in power. Blocked air filter...........................................................................
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Insufficient oil in engine...............................................................Top up or change the oil.
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Insufficient ventilation around the engine....................................
The engine does not reach its Defective or maladjusted regulator...............................................
normal running speed.
Defective starter unit. Snapped cord or broken return spring ..........................................
...........................................................................Replace or balance the blade.
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correctly Worn belt ......................................................................................
Defective blade clutch Maladjusted remote control..........................................................
Worn remote control.....................................................................
Worn belt ......................................................................................
Important : Only use original ETESIA spares.
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DEFINITIONS
charge of selling and servicing ETESIA machines.
association having bought legally a machine new or second hand
from a dealer.
owned by the user and just use to clear its private piece of ground
third person.
for every machine. This declaration engages its responsibility and
inevitably to enable an optimal normal use of the machine.
GENERAL WARRANTY CONDITIONS
warranty.
The ETESIA warranty concerns the exchange of parts free of
warranty applies on the product as he leave ETESIA production
line.
damage. It is however the addresse responsibility when damages
occurs during transport to mention reserves on the delivery note
registered letter.
information regarding machines use.
Any different use from the one described in the instruction book can
ETESIA can not be held responsible.
CONTRACTUAL WARRANTY
This warranty is just valid if :
the machine purchase or completed on the extranet site.
instruction book.
contact ETESIA who would propose an alternative solution.
warranty.
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
will be held responsible. ETESIA reserves the right to cancel the
decision with no compensation nor warning.
Transportation cost for machines and parts are at user cost.
to use either new or second hand parts. Parts given free of charge by
- 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
storage instructions.
- Damages resulting from other uses than the ones described in
the instruction book
- Damages due to accident or collision
non original spare parts
- Damages on machines not having been maintained by the
ETESIA dealer network.
received the instruction book for the machine as well as the
warranty terms.
warranty have been respected by the buyer.
to compensation nor to warranty extension.
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
ETEsia waRRanTy sERViCE
67165 WISSEMBOURG CEDEX or
- completed on line on the extranet.
buildings.
Mr
is the person authorized to constitute the technical file :
Modell :
Serial number:
The President
ETESIA
SAS
11029_02_032013
ETESIA
SERVICE GARANTIE
13 rue de l'Industrie
67165 WISSEMBOURG CEDEX
France
Stamp
here
please
WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
USER NAME ___________________________Forename _________________________
Street ___________________________Zip code __________________________
Town ____________________________ Date of purchas _____ _____ 20 ___
Tel. number ______________________
@ Email : ________________________________________________________________________
I already own an ETESIA qyes - qno
Area to be mown qMore than once the week
qLess than 1000 m2 q5000 to 10 000 m2 qOnce the week
q1000 to 2000 m2 q10 000 to 20 000 m2 qTwice the month
q2000 to 5000 m2 qMore than 20 000 m2 qOnce the month
qLess than once the month
I am, I represent :
qA privat qan association, a company _______________________
qA council, a collectivity qA landscaper (green areas professionnal)
qOther, specify __________________________________________________________________ Date________________________
Signature ___________________
Signature and confirmation of the user :
- that he has taken possession of a machine in perfect working order ;
- that 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 ;
- that he has been informed by the‘’Contract of breakdown service per alarm « GPS »’’ (automatic lawnmower ETMowers)
Dealer's stamp and signature
Date :_____________________________________________
This card has to be returned completed to ETESIA upon the first setting up.
Serial number
- Dealer : _________________________________- Installer : _______________________________
- End user ________________________________ - Importer : _______________________________
Installation provided by : _____________________________________________________________
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