IB 260
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Safety and operation instruction

Enclosure 1. NOTES Enclosure 2. Declaration of Conformity

FOREWORD This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. agricultural use, for the cutting of shoots, grass and brushwood. Any other use other than that stated, not covered or deducible from this Manual and the enclosed Engine Manual is "PROHIBITED". Failure to comply with instructions in this Manual and in the Engine Manual releases the manufacturer from all liability, in particular for any damage resulting from improper or incorrect use, through negligence, superficial interpretation or flagrant disregard for the safety requirements herein. Get your...

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

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

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. Consult this page whenever doubts about their meaning...

ENGINE: ENGINE CAPACITY: WORKING WIDTH: CUTTING HEIGHT: CUTTING SYSTEM: SPEED: WHEEL RELEASE MECHANISM: START: HANDLEBARS: WHEELS: SIZE LxWxH (mm): WEIGHT (kg): petrol 3.6 kW 50 cm adjustable 20 - 80 mm 48-blade rotor hand-pushed mechanical recoil height-adjustable in rubber, rear 0 250, front 0 200 1420x700x980 74 ACOUSTIC PRESSURE, measured according to EN 12733 : 89 dBA ACOUSTIC POWER, measured according to EN 12733 : LWA98 dBA Environmental conditions Unless otherwise stated at the time of ordering it is understood that the machine is to work normally in the environmental conditions...

All material is carefully checked by the manufacturer before shipping. The scarifier is delivered in a wooden crate or cardboard box with the handlebars 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 carrier and the manufacturer with photographic documentation. After assembling the handlebars, as per the instructions given in paragraph 7 of this manual, the machine may be moved on its own wheels. The manufacturer is not...

6. CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS A) BLADE ENGAGEMENT CLUTCH LEVER This is used to engage and disengage rotary movement of the blade holder rotor. Lowering the lever engages the clutch and releasing it disengages the clutch. B) ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER This is used to adjust the number of engine revolutions according to the operations to be carried out. Hence at switch on the lever will be positioned on the minimum setting whilst during work operations it will be positioned as required by use. C) ) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER The lever has two positions. In position C1 it raises the front...

7. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS The scarifier is delivered with the handlebar disassembled (Fig.2 ref A). Remove the crating or cardboard packaging (this should be disposed of properly, in compliance with current regulations in force). To assemble, proceed as follows: § Raise the handlebar (Fig. 2 ref. A) and fit it into the support (Fig. 2 ref. F) by securing it using the special rings (Fig. 2 ref. E). § Fit the screws ( Fig 2 ref. B) in the hole in the handlebar support (Fig 2 ref. F). Position the washers (Fig. 2 ref. C) on the relative screws ( Fig. 2, ref. B) and tighten...

Before using the scarifier it is essential that the operator has understood the warnings, do’s and don’ts and precautionary measures given in this manual and in the engine manual: the prevention of injury to the operator, third parties, animals or objects directly depends on observance of these instructions. A) GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ■ Use of the scarifier for purposes other than those envisaged is strictly prohibited. ■ Climbing aboard and/or riding on the scarifier is strictly prohibited. ■ Tampering with the safety systems and guards is strictly prohibited. ■ Modifications to...

Take care when handling fuel. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapours explosive : - Only use an approved container - Take care not to remove fuel caps or top up the tank with the engine running. - Allow the engine to cool before proceeding with fuel-filling operations. - Do not smoke during this operation. - Never fill the machine with fuel in an indoor ambient - It is advisable to use a wide funnel to prevent spillage of fuel on the engine and on other surfaces of the scarifier - If any fuel is spilled do not attempt to switch on the engine; simply move the machine away from the area of...

Given its outdoor use, it is advisable not to use the scarifier when it is raining. The area next to the engine exhaust may reach a high temperature. WARNING Danger of burns. ■ Do not go near water fountains or precipices and do not cross narrow bridges during work operations to prevent the risk of falling. ■ Do not work on steep banks with gradients in excess of 10°. ■ Work on flat ground for the utmost safety. E) AFTER USE ■ Before moving away from the machine switch off the engine by moving the switch (Fig.1,ref.I) to the 0 position. ■ For greater safety shut off the feed cock (Fig. 5a)....