Kipor KGFC 350 Operation instructions

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Read carefully the instruction manual
before operating the minitransporter!
An improper use may cause
serious injury!

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Read the instruction manual
before operating the machine
Before operating the minitransporter, read this instruction manual. To
assure the finest machine performance and safety, follow these instructions
carefully and keep this manual for future reference
Do not use if under 18
The minitransporter is a working vehicle, only adults can operate it.
Do not
use if under 18.
The machine conforms with the technical specifications and instructions
herein described at the date of issue, stated below. The machine may be
subject to some technical relevant changes in the future, without the
manual being updated
We advise that you should consult Akita Group for further information on
possible changes to the machine
May 2011

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The manufacturer
WUXI KIPOR POWER CO., LTD.
Jingyi RD, Wangzhuang Industry Park
Nationalnew Hi-tech Industry Development Zone
Wuxi City
JIANGSU PROVINCE, CHINA 214028
Of the Machinery
Denomination
Mini Transporter
Make
KIPOR
Model
KGFC350
Serial number
Year of Manufacture
2011
Fuel
Gasoline
Power
4,2
5 kW
hereby declares under its sole responsibility that the product conforms with
the provisions of the following Directives applicable:
2006/42/CE subsequent
amendments and updates
2000/14/CE subsequent
amendments and updates
Definition No. 18 Annex. I, procedure Annex VI
Measured Sound Power Level (Lp.m) 100 dB(A)
Guaranteed Sound Power Level (Lp.g) 101 dB(A)
Notified Authority no. 1282
Ente Certificazione Macchine S.r.l.
Via Mincio, 386
Savignano sul Panaro (MO)
2004/108/CE subsequent
amendments and updates
Standards applied UNI EN ISO 12100:2010,
UNI EN 474-1:2009, UNI EN 474-6:2009
The Manufacturer authorizes Mr. Luca Bedonni, via S. Apollinare 628,
Castello di Serravalle (BO) to compile the technical file..
Date Place
Signature
Wuxi (China)
HUANG SHUO MING
QC Manager

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CO ON NT TE EN NT TS S
1 PREFACE..............................................................................................6
1.1 G ENERAL .........................................................................................6
1.1.1 Accessibility of the manual................................................................ 6
1.1.2 Customer Technical Service ............................................................. 6
1.1.3 Description of the Safety Symbols .................................................. 7
2 SAFETY WARNINGS ..........................................................................7
2.1 G ENERAL S AFETY R EQUIREMENTS …………………………………..7
2.2 R ESPONSIBILITY ...............................................................................8
2.3 U SER ' S S AFETY R ECCOMENDATIONS ……………………………….. 8
2.4 U SE OF P ERSONAL P ROTECTIVE E QUIPMENT (PPE) ..........................9
2.5 M AINTENANCE W ARNINGS …………………………………………….10
2.6 O THER P ROVISIONS ………………………………………………….10
2.7 D ELIVERY .......................................................................................11
3 MINITRANSPORTER DESCRIPTION................................................12
3.1 L ABELS ..........................................................................................12
3.1.1 CE Mark .......................................................................................... 12
3.1.2 Max Capacity Label ........................................................................ 12
3.2 D IAGRAMS AND S YMBOLS .... E RRORE . I L SEGNALIBRO NON È DEFINITO .
3.3 G ENERAL D ESCRIPTION ..................................................................15
3.3.1 Safety Devices ................................................................................ 17
3.4 D IMENSIONS ...................................................................................17
3.5 M ACHINE C ONTROLS ......................................................................20
3.6 C ONDITIONS OF U SE AND R EQUIRED E NVIRONMENT ........................25
3.6.1 Intended use ................................................................................... 25
3.6.2 Required Environment ................................................................... 26
3.6.3 Incorrect and Unsuitable Use.......................................................... 27
4 LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION ...................................................28
4.1 L IFTING ..........................................................................................28
4.2 T RASPORTATION .............................................................................28
5 BEFORE STARTING ..........................................................................30
5.1 R UNNING - IN P ERIOD .......................................................................30
5.2 R EFUELLING ...................................................................................30
5.3 P RELIMINARY C HECKS ....................................................................31
6 OPERATING THE MINITRANSPORTER...........................................32
6.1 S TARTING THE E NGINE ...................................................................33
6.2 L OADING AND U NLOADING THE M ACHINE ……………………………34
6.3 O PERATING THE M INITRANSPORTER ................................................34
6.3.1 Translation and Speed.................................................................... 34
6.3.2 Steering....................................Errore. Il segnalibro non è definito.
6.3.3 Braking............................................................................................ 35
6.3.4 Uphill and Downhill Mode................................................................ 36
6.3.5 Parking ........................................................................................... 36

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7 MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................36
7.1 G ENERAL .......................................................................................36
7.2 D AILY M AINTENANCE AND I NSPECTIONS ...........................................38
7.2.1 Inspecting Symbols and Diagrams.................................................. 38
7.2.2 Refilling Fuel ................................................................................... 38
7.2.3 Inspecting Tracks........................................................................... 39
7.3 W EEKLY M AINTENANCE AND I NSPECTIONS .......................................40
7.3.1 Washing and Cleaning.................................................................... 40
7.3.2 Inspecting Engine Oil Level............................................................. 40
7.3.3 Inspecting transmission oil ………………… … ………..41
7.4 M ONTHLY M AINTENANCE AND I NSPECTIONS .....................................41
7.4.1 Inspecting Circuits and Electrical Components ............................... 41
7.4.2 Inspecting Spark Plug ..................................................................... 41
7.4.3 Inspecting and Cleaning Air Filter ................................................... 43
7.4.4 Inspecting Frame and Panels ......................................................... 44
7.1 A NNUAL M AINTENANCE AND I NSPECTIONS .......................................45
7.1.1 Changing Air Filter .......................................................................... 45
7.1.2 Changing Engine Oil ....................................................................... 45
7.2 M ISCELLANEOUS M AINTENANCE ......................................................46
7.2.1 Adjusting Min. Idle Speed ............................................................... 46
7.2.2 Cleaning Gasoline Filter.................................................................. 46
8 CUSTOMER TECHNICAL SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS ……..... 48
9 MACHINE STORAGE …………………………………………………48
10 DISPOSAL OF WASTE EQUIPMENT ………………………………49
11 TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………….50
12 WARRANTY ....................................................................................50

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1 P PR RE EF FA AC CE E
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1. .1 1 G Ge en ne er ra al l
This manual is an integral and essential part of the minitransporters
Kipor KGFC 350 and 500, it must be delivered to the user.
Before operating the machine, users must read, understand and carefully
follow the provisions below.
The manufacturer is not responsible of damages caused to people and/or
things or to the machine if it is used incorrectly in relations to the
requirements herein listed.
In view of the ongoing technological development, the manufacturer
reserves the right to make changes to the machine without notice and
without this manual being automatically updated.
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1. .1 1. .1 1 A Ac cc ce es ss si ib bi il li it ty y o of f t th he e M Ma an nu ua al l
This manual is an integral and essential part of the machine: keep it during
the machine life span in a safe ready to access place for future reference
by the user.
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1. .1 1. .2 2 C Cu us st to om me er r T Te ec ch hn ni ic ca al l S Se er rv vi ic ce e
For any explanation or request, please contact the Customer Technical
Service which will offer you skilled personnel, specific equipment and
original spare parts.
WUXI KIPOR POWER CO.,LTD.
Beside Jingyi Rd,3rd Stage of Wangzhuang Industrial Kit Park,
National New & Hi-Tech Industrial Development
Zone,Wuxi,Jiangsu,China P.C:214028
Tel:[phone]
Fax:[phone]
E-mail:[email protected]
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1. .1 1. .3 3 D De es sc cr ri ip pt ti io on n o of f t th he e S Sa af fe et ty y S Sy ym mb bo ol ls s
The following safety symbols placed on the machine controls and
described below remind you of the main precautions to be taken in order to
use the machine with due care and attention.

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WARNING
The symbol points out the user’s behaviour to avoid da
mages to the machine
and/or hazardous situations
CAUTION: RESIDUAL RISKS
The symbol points out possible hazard causing residual risks to be taken
into consideration to avoid injuries to people and damages to things
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2 S SA AF FE ET TY Y W WA AR RN NI IN NG GS S
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2. .1 1 G Ge en ne er ra al l s sa af fe et ty y r re eq qu ui ir re em me en nt ts s
Machine Operation
Each user is asked to carefully read the instructions manual, in particular
the safety warnings in the applicable chapter
Beware of the danger when the machine is used
Despite the safety devices, for a safe use of the machine, users are required
to be familiar with all safety requirements related to injury prevention
reported in this manual.
Be always careful when operating the machine. NEVER underestimate the
residual risks when the machine is used.
Even if you are familiar with the minitransporter, follow the instructions
below together with the general safety precautions when the machine is
used, in particular:
•Get familiar with the machine.
•Read carefully the manual to learn how the machine and the safety
devices work, as well as the necessary precautions to be taken for a
safe use of the machine.
•Wear proper personal protective equipment
•Regularly perform service operations.

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2. .2 2 R Re es sp po on ns si ib bi il li it ty y
The manufacturer is not responsible for damage or injury caused by
incorrect use of the machine due to failure to follow the operating
instructions and safety requirements contained in this manual.
Should the machine maintenance service differ from the instructions herein
contained, or should non-OEM spare parts be used or in such a way that
may impair the machine or modify its features, the manufacturer bears
no responsability relating to safety and defective machine functioning.
Unauthorized Changes
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Do not modify the machine for any reason. Any attempt will cause the
warranty to expire while impairing the machine and causing
malfunctioning and injuries. Extraordinary maintenance service is to
performed only by qualified authorized personnel.
•In case of unusual noise, vibrations or anomalous functioning,
immediately stop the machine. Then inspect it and contact the Customer
Technical Service if required.
For any data not included in or inferable from next pages, please
contact the Customer Technical Service.
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2. .3 3 U Us se er r’ ’s s S Sa af fe et ty y R Re ec cc co om me en nd da at ti io on ns s
•Kipor KGFC minitransporter is a working vehicle.
•Do not use it if under 18.
•No passengers are allowed in the vehicle
•No driving under the inflluence of alcohol or drugs.
•Pregnant women are advised not to drive the vehicle.
•The minitransporter has been designed for outdoor use, in private
areas closed to road traffic, in appropriate daylight conditions.
•Roadway should be clear, free of discontinuities and obstacles. Avoid
operating the machine on extremely wet, icy o slippery surfaces
•Do not drive on steep roads (more than 35°), avoid slopes when the
dumper is loaded.
•Do not overload dumper, do not exceed max load capacity. Deliver
load dumper distribution starting from driving seat to prevent
forward overturning.
•Put both hands on the handlebars to drive, always stand behind the
dumper. Operate the machine according to the modes and

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requirements herein described. Never allow other people to stand in
front of the vehicle.
•Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
(gloves, overalls and safety footwear).
•Replace worn and/or damaged parts, check that controls and safety
equipment work correctly before operating the machine. If necessary,
have your machine checked by the Customer Tecnical Service.
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2. .4 4 U Us se e o of f P Pe er rs so on na al l P Pr ro ot te ec ct ti iv ve e E Eq qu ui ip pm me en nt t ( (P PP PE E) )
Users are required to minimize possible risks by wearing proper PPE.
Driver’s Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Before operating the machine, ALWAYS wear Personal Protective
Equipments, such as:
•gloves
•overalls
•safety footwear
Fig. 1 User’s personal protective equipment
In case of prolonged use, we reccomend that you also wear hearing
protection.

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2. .5 5 M Ma ai in nt te en na an nc ce e w wa ar rn ni in ng gs s
1. Carry out maintenance on firm, level surface, preferably with engine
off and one track blocked.
2. In case of maintenance with the engine running, watch out and reduce
to the minimum the time you will spend indoor.
3. During each maintenance phase, users must wear PPE (gloves,
overalls, safety footwear).
4. Tools used for maintenance must be appropriate and of good quality.
5. Always keep clear from dirt and wet the area for maintenance, above all
from oil stains.
6. Do not allow the machine to be operated if users are under 18.
7. Never put arms and fingers in the machine openings.
8. Do not use gasoline or flammable solvents such as detergents, always
use non inflammable / non toxic solvents
9. Limit the use of compressed air (max 2 bars), always protect eyes with
side-shields glasses for wrap-around protection
10. Never use open flames to light the area in case of inspections and
maintenance.
11. After any maintenace or adjustments keep tools or other parts away
from machine moving parts to avoid damage and/or injuries to users.
OEM spare parts
Always use OEM spare parts to be ordered from
Akita Group
.
The manufacturer bears no responsability for damage or malfunctioning if
you use non-OEM accessories and spare parts.