IBEA IB 642 PRO Guide

Safety and operation instruction
IB 642 PRO

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1. USE OF THE MANUAL............................................................................pag. 4
2. NOTICE ON THE MACHINE..................................................................pag. 5
3. TECHNICAL DATA.....................................................................................pag. 8
4. LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION...........................................................pag. 9
5. MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE..........................................................pag. 10
6. CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS.......................................................pag. 12
7. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE FRONT SUPPORT
WITH WHEELS.........................................................................................pag. 14
8. SAFETY INFORMATION
A) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................pag. 15
B) TRAINING..........................................................................................pag. 15
C) PREPARATION.................................................................................pag. 15
D) WORKING USE.................................................................................pag. 16
E) AFTER WORK...................................................................................pag. 17
9. TRANSPORTATION OF THE MACHINE.................................................pag. 18
10. SAFETY SYSTEMS AND GUARDS.........................................................pag. 19
11. OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BEFORE SWITCHING ON........pag. 19
12. STARTING AND DRIVING THE FLAIL MOWER..................................pag. 20
13. CUTTING TIPS......................................................................................pag. 22
14. CHECKS
A) TYRE PRESSURE............................................................................pag. 23
B) CABLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT....................................................pag. 24
C) BRAKES ADJUSTMENT...................................................................pag. 26
D) BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT.......................................pag. 29
E) CHECKING AND REPLACING THE FLAILS.....................................pag. 32
F) SHARPENING THE FLAILS.................................................................pag. 33
G) CHECKING AND REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION OIL.......................pag. 34
15. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE............................................................pag. 35
16. CLEANING THE MACHINE....................................................................pag. 36
17. SEASONAL LONG-TERM STORAGE PERIODS......................................pag. 36
18. DECOMMISSIONING AND SCRAPPING................................................pag. 37
19. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE......................................................................pag. 37
20. CE MARKING........................................................................................pag. 38
21. TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................pag. 39
Enclosure 1. NOTES
Enclosure 2. Declaration of Conformity
- FLAIL MOWER MANUAL -
CONTENTS

FLAIL MOWER MOD. IB 642 PRO

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2. NOTICE ON THE MACHINE
The symbols affixed to the machine serving to warn of danger during its use and
maintenance are as follows:
THE USER MUST READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL PROVIDED
DANGER OF FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN
OUTWARDS. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE ENGINE SPARK PLUG.
DANGER OF HAND INJURY. SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE

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DANGER OF CRUSHING. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE
DANGER OF INJURY TO BOTH UPPER AND LOWER LIMBS.
DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET INSIDE THE CUTTING
ELEMENT WHILE IN MOTION
DANGER OF GETTING CAUGHT UP IN ROTATING PARTS.
DO NOT PUT HANDS IN THE ROTATING PARTS
DANGER OF FOREIGN OBJECTS BEING THROWN OUTWARDS.
SAFETY GOGGLES MUST BE WORN

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EAR DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN NEAR THE MACHINE
WHEN IN OPERATION.MUFFS MUST BE WORN
CAUTION: HOT PARTS. DANGER OF BURNS. FIRE HAZARD
The symbols affixed to the machine serve to warn of danger during its use and maintenance.
It is vitally important to understand the meaning of the danger notices and all messages should
be kept in legible condition. In the instance of wear these notices should be replaced and use
of the machine suspended while without such notices.
The operator is advised to observe the warnings given on the affixed notices.

1780 x 720 x 1040
158
32
60 cm
6.0 kW / 8.0 Hp
petrol GX270
TECHNICAL DATA OF FLAIL MOWER MODEL IB 642 PRO

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ALTITUDE
The altitude of the place in which the machine is to be used must not exceed 1500 m
above sea level.
TEMPERATURE
Minimum ambient temperature: -5°C
Maximum ambient temperature: +50°C
ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS
The electrical equipment will function correctly in atmospheric conditions with a relative
humidity up to 50% at a temperature of 40°C and at 90% with a temperature up to 20°C
(without condensate).
ATMOSPHERE WITH RISK OF EXPLOSION AND/OR FIRE
The standard machine herein described is not designed to work in explosive atmospheres
or in those with risk of fire.
4. LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION
All material is carefully checked by the manufacturer before shipping. The flail mower is
delivered in a wooden crate or cardboard box with the front support with wheels
disassembled.
Upon receipt of the machine make sure that it has not been damaged during transit and
that the packaging has not been tampered or any parts removed. Report any damage or
missing parts immediately to the driver and the manufacturer with photographic
documentation.
After assembling the front support with wheels and the safety bar as per the instructions
given in paragraph 7 of this manual, the machine may be moved on its own wheels.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by transportation of the machine
after its delivery.
WARNING
Extreme care must be taken during handling to prevent overturning. Avoid steep gradi-
ents to prevent loss of control. Make sure that there are no persons present within the
danger area.

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5. MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE
The machine consists of the following main parts:
A - FORWARD CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER
B - ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER
C - PINS TO BLOCK/RELEASE THE FRONT WHEELS
D - FLAIL ROTOR CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER
E - RIGHT WHEEL RELEASE LEVER
E1 - LEFT WHEEL RELEASE LEVER
F - ENGINE
G - FRONT WHEELS
H - FRONT GUARD
I - CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
L - HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
M - ON/OFF SWITCH (1/0)
N - GEAR SELECTOR HANDLE
O - SLOW/FAST SPEED SELECTOR HANDLE