pellenc Cultivion User manual

pellenc s.a.
Route de Cavaillon
B.P. 47
84122 PERTUIS cedex
(France)
Tel : [phone] Fax : [phone]
E-mail : [email protected]
www.pellenc.com
58_80347_J - 02/2015
58_15_001A
USER GUIDE
READ THE USER GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE TOOL
ENG
Translation of the
original user guide

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................3
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE TOOL..................................................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WHEEL HOE .....................................................................5
SAFETY MEASURES FOR THE CHARGER AND THE BATTERY .........................................................5
SAFETY EQUIPMENT ...........................................................................................6
SAFETY REFLEXES.............................................................................................6
SAFETY INDICATIONS .......................................................................7
DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS .............................................8
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ..................................................................................8
PUTTING THE MACHINE INTO SERVICE .......................................................10
ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY OF THE FRONT HANDLE ................................................................10
ASSEMBLING THE WORKING TOOL ..............................................................................10
STARTING AND USE ........................................................................12
HOLDING THE TOOL ...........................................................................................12
STARTING IN NORMAL MODE ...................................................................................12
STARTING IN CONTINUOUS MODE...............................................................................12
SPEED SELECTOR ............................................................................................13
ADJUSTING THE TOOL ANGLE ..................................................................................13
THE VARIOUS USES ...........................................................................................15
SERVICING................................................................................16
SERVICING SCHEDULE ........................................................................................16
TIGHTENING THE BLADES......................................................................................16
SHARPENING THE WORKING TOOL ..............................................................................17
REPLACING THE WORKING TOOL ...............................................................................17
OUT-OF-SEASON STORAGE ....................................................................................18
INCIDENTS ................................................................................19
«PELLENC SA» TERMS OF WARRANTY AND NON-RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE .......................21
‘‘CE’’ STATEMENT OF CONFORMITY FOR MACHINES ............................................22
Table of contents

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Your equipment comprises numerous materials which can be valorised or recycled. Entrust
these to your reseller or to an approved service centre so that they can be processed.
All through this user guide you will nd advisory notes and information entitled: REMARK, CAUTION /
WARNING.
A REMARK provides additional information, claries a point or explains a step to be followed in detail.
The CAUTION and WARNING advisories are used to dene a procedure which, if neglected or incorrectly
performed, may lead to serious damage to the equipment and/or personal injury.
This advisory:
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indicates that if the procedures or instructions are not complied with, any damage will not
be covered by the warranty and the owner will be responsible for the repair costs.
Safety indications are also given on the tool; they remind you of the safety precautions to be taken. Identify
and read these indications before using the tool. Immediately replace any indications that may become
partially illegible or deteriorated.
Refer to the «SAFETY INDICATIONS» heading in order to identify the location of the safety
indications on the tool.
No part of this manual may be reproduced without the written consent of PELLENC. The technical
characteristics and the illustrations given in this manual are for information purposes and are in no way
contractual. PELLENC reserves the right to make any modication or improvement to its products as
deemed necessary without informing customers already in possession of a similar model. This manual
forms an integral part of the tool and must accompany the tool if it changes hands.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Comply with the regulations in force in your country as concerns environmental protection
associated with your activity.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE TOOL
CAUTION Read all the safety measures and all the instructions.
Retain all the safety measures and instructions for later reading.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
You must read THE WHOLE of this user guide before using the tool or before carrying out servicing
operations.
Comply scrupulously with the instructions and illustrations given in this document.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important information and operating instructions for the following tool:
CULTIVION hoeing machine

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The Cultivion is a professional machine used exclusively for the maintenance of green spaces.
PELLENC declines all responsibility in case of damage caused by improper use and use other than for
which it is intended.
PELLENC also declines all responsibility in case of damage caused by the use of non-genuine parts or
accessories.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or preliminary instructions by a person responsible for their safety.
WORK AREA SAFETY
a. Keep the work area clean and well lit.
b. Do not use electric tools in an explosive atmosphere, for example in the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust.
c. Keep children and persons present away when using the tool.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. The plugs of the electric tool must be adapted to the base. Never modify the plug in any way
whatsoever. Do not use adaptors with grounded tools.
b. Avoid any body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerators.
c. Do not expose tools to rain or damp conditions.
d. Do not misuse the power cord. Never use the power cord to carry, pull or disconnect the tool. Keep the
power lead away from heat, lubricant, sharp edges or moving parts.
e. When using a tool outdoors, use an extension adapted to outdoor use.
f. If you must use a tool in a damp place, use power supply protected by a residual current device (RCD).
PERSONAL SAFETY
a. Remain vigilant, watch what you are doing and use common sense when using the tool. Do not use a
tool if you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
b. Wear safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
c. Avoid any untimely starting of the device. Make sure the switch is in the off position before connecting
the tool to the mains and/or battery pack, picking it up or carrying it.
d. Remove any adjustment key before starting the tool.
e. Do not rush. Adopt a suitable position and remain balanced at all times.
f. Wear appropriate clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
g. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts.
h. If systems are provided to connect dust extraction and recovery equipment, make sure these systems
are connected and properly used.
TOOL USAGE AND MAINTENANCE
a. Do not force the tool. Use a tool suited to your application.
b. Do not use the tool if the switch does not allow it to be switched on and off.
c. Disconnect the plug of the power supply source and/or battery pack from the tool prior to any

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SAFETY MEASURES FOR THE CHARGER AND THE BATTERY
Refer to the Pellenc tools battery manual.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WHEEL HOE
1– Clear the work area before working.
2– Make sure that the cultivion is not in contact with anything other than soil and vegetation.
3– Take up a position so as to prevent accidents.
4– Do not use the Cultivion to dig hard, stony ground or near large roots.
5– Keep all persons away when starting up and during use.
6– Never modify the connector in any way whatsoever.
7– As the carbon of the pole conducts electricity, always keep the hedge trimmer well away from power and
telephone lines, and other sources of electric power.
8– THIS TOOL MAY CAUSE SEVERE INJURIES. Read carefully the intructions relative to the proper
handling, operation, maintenance, startup and stop of the hedge trimmer. Familiarize with all its controls
and proper use.
9– Wear safety equipment. Always wear safety footwear.
10– Before starting the motor, make sure that the working tool is not in contact with any object.
11– Always use a suitable lifting device complying with the working regulations in force for overhead works.
12– When in use, the electric motor of the tool may heat up (risk of burns). Avoid contact with skin, clothing
or any ammable products (risk of explosion) during and after use.
13– Nobody other than the user shall be within a radius of 3 meters.
adjustment, change of accessories or before putting the tool away.
d. When not in use, keep tools out of reach of children, and do not allow persons to use the tool if they
do not know how to use it and if they have not read these instructions.
e. Comply with tool servicing instructions. Check that the moving parts are not misaligned or jammed,
that there are no broken parts or that there is no other condition which could affect the operation of
the tool. In the event of damage, have the tool repaired before using it.
f. Keep the cutting components sharp and clean.
g. Use the tool, accessories, blades etc., in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to be performed.
MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP
a. Have the tool serviced by a qualied repairer using only identical spare parts.

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SAFETY MEASURES
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Protective equipment Wearing is
1 Helmet
2Visor
3 Hard-wearing gloves
4Safety footwear Mandatory
5 Ear protection Recommended
6Safety goggles Recommended
7Safety jacket or over-sleeves
8Protective trousers Recommended
SAFETY REFLEXES
• Hold the rear handle of the cultivion with the right hand and the front handle with the left hand.
• Hold the left arm straight for better control.
• Use working tools of Pellenc origin.
• Maintain working tools in good operating condition.
• Remain in a steady position.
• Kepp feet away from the working tool.
• Only work soil with the cultivion.

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56_10_016A
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SAFETY INDICATIONS
WARNING:
Before working on the machine, check that the On / Off switch is in
the off position «0» and disconnect the battery power lead.
1– Guaranteed sound power level.
2– Read the user guide.
3– Safety shoes are mandatory.
4– Risk of burns (motor - electronic board cooling radiator).
5– Do not expose to rain.
1– Rear Handle
2– Activating trigger
3– Speed selector (4 speeds)
4– Power ON light and speed indicator
5– Pellenc Motor
6– Aluminum Pole
7– Working tool support
8– Front handle
9– Electronic board cooling radiator
10– Working tool

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DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Cultivion
Model Fixed pole
Revolutionary Pellenc motor with electronic switch-over
Power 380 W
Weight 3100 g
Dimensions (L x w x H) in mm 400 x 1710 x 300
Working tool width as per model
Working tool oscillation frequency 13 à 15 Hz
Working capacity (time) According to use and battery type
Determining the sound levels and vibration rates is based on the operating conditions at the maximum
nominal rating.
Speed 1 Speed 4
Maximum A-weighted sound pressure level (ref. 20 µPa) at the position of the user LpA = 75 dB(A) LpA = 78 dB(A)
Uncertainty K = 2,5 dB(A) K = 2,5 dB(A)
C-weighted peak sound pressure (ref. 20 µPa) at the position of the user LpC < 130 dB(C)
Values dened as per sound measurement standards NF EN ISO 11201 and NF EN ISO 3744.
CULTIVION Hoeing machine Speed 1
(800 strokes/min)
Speed 4
(885 strokes/min)
Front handle, a 9.5 m/s² 17.5 m/s²
Rear handle, a 8.5 m/s² 12.0 m/s²
Measurement uncertainty, K 3.0 3.0
Vibration emission value according to EN ISO 22867 and EN 50260-1
Symbol Value Unit Reference Comment
LWAm 91 dB(A) 1 pW Measured sound power level
LWAg 92 dB(A) 1 pW Guaranteed sound power level
The recording of the measured sound power level and of the guaranteed sound power level has been performed according to a
procedure in accordance with directive 2000/14/CE appendix V.

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58_11_001A
58_11_002A
58_11_003A
58_11_004A
58_12_004A
DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Weeding tool with a 220 mm wide blade.
It is used to work soil in depth.
Weeding tool with a 160 mm wide blade.
It is used to work soil in depth.
Weeding tool with a 220 mm long blade with a
reduced work depth.
It is used for surface weeding only.
Weeding tool with a 160 mm long V-shaped blade.
It is used to plow furrows and weed around the
plants and shrubs while protecting the roots
Arbeidsverktøy med 80 mm langt blad.
Den brukes for å grave mellom plantevekstene,
på trange steder. Den lille størrelsen gjør at
vibrasjonene reduseres.

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PUTTING THE MACHINE INTO SERVICE
ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY OF THE FRONT HANDLE
ASSEMBLY :
• Install the adjuster knob (2) and front handle (3)
with the 2 bolts (1).
• Lock the adjuster knob (2) in order to block the
front handle's position on the cultivion.
DISASSEMBLY :
• Unlock the adjuster knob (2).
• Unscrew the 2 bolts (1) and remove the front
handle (3) and adjuster knob (2).
ASSEMBLING THE WORKING TOOL
• The machine's head has a rotation axis which is
graduated from de -4 to +4 passing through the 0
position.
• Install the working tool on its support using the two
assemblies (screw and nut).
Tighten the screws to a torque of 6 N.m.
WARNING! Wear protective gloves when handling the working tool.