Introduction..............................................................2
Applications.............................................................2
Function...................................................................2
Functions and controls............................................2
Hazards and risks..................................................2-3
Operation ................................................................3
Care and preventive maintenance..........................3
Service.....................................................................3
Cleaning and storage..............................................3
Specifications ..........................................................4
Trouble shooting......................................................4
Warranty..................................................................4
Spare parts and service ..........................................4
Thank you for your selection of Flextool equipment.
Flextool have specialised in the design and manufacture
of quality products since 1951.
We have taken care in the design, manufacture and test-
ing of this product. It is covered by a six month warran-
ty. Should service or spare parts be required, prompt
and efficient service is available from our branches.
General Safety Instructions for the Operation of
Power Equipment
The goal of Flextool is to produce power equipment that
helps the operator work safely and efficiently. The most
important safety device for this or any tool is the opera-
tor. Care and good judgement are the best protection
against injury. All possible hazards cannot be covered
here, but we have tried to highlight some of the impor-
tant items, individuals should look for and obey Caution,
Warning and Danger signs placed on equipment, and
displayed in the workplace. Operators should read and
follow safety instructions packed with each product.
Learn how each machine works. Even if you have previ-
ously used similar machines, carefully check out each
machine before you use it. Get the "feel" of it and know
its capabilities, limitations, potential hazards, how it
operates, and how it stops.
Heavy duty concrete vibrators, 28 mm - 60 mm dia.
Submersible pumps, up to 50 mm discharge.
This portable drive unit is designed to power flexshaft
drive submersible pumps and model VP (pendulum)
vibrators. A quick action 60 mm diameter flexible shaft
coupling with aluminium alloy housing, rotary trigger
latch and hardened 45 mm 3-tooth dog drive enable
ease of use by allowing the operator to simply engage or
disengage the flexible shaft coupling, to facilitate either
a change of position or a change of flexshaft driven
device.
Bell housing / Rotary trigger
Is mounted directly to the motor and enables quick con-
nection between the coupling and the 3-tooth dog drive
mounted on the crankshaft. The rotary trigger latch
assures a positive engagement between drive dogs.
Motor
The motor is controlled by an on/off switch or push but-
ton switch mounted on the motor below the fuel tank.
To STOP the machine TURN the switch to the OFF posi-
tion or PRESS the push button in until the motor stops.
Honda, Robin and Vanguard motors are fitted with an oil
sensor device that will stop the motor or prevent starting
when the crankcase oil level falls below a safe level.
The motor speed is controlled by a throttle lever mount-
ed below the air cleaner. The throttle should be adjust-
ed to the maximum position when operating a flexible
shaft driven device.
NEVER allow any person to operate a machine without
adequate instruction.
ENSURE all operators read, understand and follow the
operating instructions.
SERIOUS INJURY may result from improper or careless
use of this machine
! MECHANICAL HAZARDS
DO NOT operate the machine unless all protective
guards are in place
KEEP hands and feet clear of rotating and moving parts
as they will cause injury if contacted.
BE CAREFUL not to come in contact with the muffler
when the engine is hot, since it can cause severe burns.
ENSURE that the motor operation switch is in the OFF
position and the spark plug ignition lead is disconnected
before removing guards or making adjustments.
ENSURE both the machine and the operator are stable
by setting up on level terrain and the machine will not
move or fall while in operation or unattended.
DO NOT leave the machine in operation while it is unat-
tended.
DO NOT increase the governed no-load motor speed
above 3,000 r/min on an engine with a power output of
less than 5.6 kW, or a flexible shaft smaller than 16 x
38mm. Any increase may result in personal injury and
damage to the machine.
KEEP bystanders and animals clear of the work area.
HAZARDS AND RISKS
FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS
FUNCTION
APPLICATIONS
INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
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