Kersten K 820 Technisches Referenzhandbuch

Instruction and Parts Manual
K 820
Front sweeping machine
Part no E00002-1 Pre Machine Number 50144 Copyright Kersten (UK) Ltd © 2008 Compiled 19/01/09
UK Kersten Maschinenvertriebs
GmbH
D - 46459 Rees, Empeler Straße
93-95
www.kersten-maschinen.de
Tel.: 028 51 / 92 34 0
Fax: 028 51 / 92 34 44
Kersten (UK) Ltd
Progress House, 39 Boulton Road
Reading, Berkshire RG2 0NH
Phone: 0118 986 9253
Email: [email protected]

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CONTENTS
Page
1 About this manual 4
1.1 Product Identification 4
1.2 Before start-up 4
1.3 Intended use 5
2 Safety Precautions 5
2.1 General safety and accident prevention instructions 6
2.2 Transporting 6
2.3 Safety 7
3 Basic rules 8
3.1 Before starting up 8
3.2 Repair work 8
3.3 Basic maintenance 8
4 Disposal 9
5 Warranty 9
6 Specification 10
7 Assembly 11
7.1 Assembly Dirt Collector 11
7.2 Container - Adjustment 11
7.3 Assembly – Side Broom 12
7.4 Adjustment – Removal of Side Broom 13
8 Operation 14
9 Operating Instructions 15
10 Collector - Adjustment 15
10.1 Side Broom Adjustment 15
11 Maintenance 16
11.1 General Information 16
11.2 Maintenance 16
11.3 Daily Maintenance 16
11.4 Maintenance after 20 and 100 use or longer 16
11.5 Installinf a replacement sweeping brush 17
12 Disposal 18
13 Warranty 18
15 Certificate of conformity 19
Parts lists 20-23

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1 About this manual
Dear Customer,
We thank you for the purchase of this machine or attachment and having
confidence in our equipment.
Before using this machine please read this instruction manual carefully.
Keep this manual to hand as it contains important information and
instructions.
The machine or the attachment is subject technical progress.
All Information, illustrations and technical data corresponds to the newest
model at the time of the publication.
Changes due to technical progress are reserved by the manufacturer at any
time.
1.1 Product Identification
Always quote model number and serial number when ordering spare parts.
The identification plate may be found on the main chassis of all machines.
1.2 Before start up
We are not liable for any substantial accident and/or damage.
Before you drive this machine or start the engine of the Kersten machine that
you are handling, we ask that you urgently to make yourself familiar with this
manual and the operation of the machine.
●This symbol indicates important safety information!
●Read all safety references on the following pages!
●Read the operating instructions before start-up!
●Use this manual in conjunction with the power unit manual!
●Pass all safety instructions onto other users!
Typ
Id-Nr
Model Number
Serial Number
KERSTEN
Maschinenvertriebs GmbH
D46459 REES

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1.3 Intended use
●The machine is a hydraulically propelled 2 wheel tractor exclusively
intended for professional employment in the management of land,
forestry, amenity and landscape conservation and for sole use with
Kersten attachments. (Also see individual attachment instructions.)
●Use going beyond that described is not considered as intended.
Therefore the manufacturer is not responsible for any resulting damage
or harm and the operator alone is responsible for the risk.
●Compliance with and adherence to the operating, maintenance and repair
as prescribed by the manufacturer in this manual must be considered
essential elements of intended use.
●The machine may only be operated repaired and serviced by persons
familiar with the machine, this manual and all relevant safety features
and dangers.
●The relevant rules for the prevention of accidents as well as other safety-
relevant rules according to the health and safety at work act must be
considered as part of the operating procedure.
●The manufacturer is not liable for any accidents or damage resulting
from modifications or alterations carried out on the machine without the
express written permission of the manufacturer.
2Safety Precautions
It is important to note that not all possibilities can be covered within this
manual.
The manual assumes that the operator has a general awareness for
Health and Safety to be appointed an operator in the first place.
This Kersten machine has been designed, so far as is reasonably
practical,
So that it will not endanger the safety of the operator or anyone else if
the machine is used and maintained according to the instructions stated
in this manual which have been compiled following research and
experience of the manufacturers.
2.1 General safety and accident prevention instructions:

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●Consider all additional valid general operating instructions and health and
safety regulations
●This machine should not be operated by any person under the age of 16.
●This machine may be subject to regulations when used on the public
highway
●Before starting operating this machine you should be familiar with all
controls and their functions. Familiarization should not be carried out
during operation.
●The user is responsible for operating the unit in the work area.
●Standing in the danger area of the machine is forbidden!
●Look out for any children or animals in the work area.
●Operators are advised to wear clothing that is close fitting with stout
footwear. Loose fitted clothes or casual footwear increase risk of accident
●All controls, engine and functions must be cleaned regularly.
●Do not leave the engine running in an enclosed area.
●Whenever handling fuel there is an increased risk of fire. Never refill
near a naked flame or sparks, do not smoke whilst refilling the fuel tank.
Before refuelling, turn the engine off, allow to cool down and take
ignition keys out (if available).
●Keep machine clean to reduce the risk of fire
●When starting the engine all drives must be switched off
●Never leave the operator console while driving
●Never adjust the handlebar while engine is running
●Never leave the machine whilst engine is running.
●Close the fuel valve when machine is not in use.
●Apply parking brake (where fitted), when leaving, and minimize
unauthorized use!
●Never leave the equipment unsupervised, when the engine is running.
2.2 Transporting
When transporting this unit ensure all possible power is isolated disengaged and
disabled.
Apply parking brake where fitted.
Secure the machine by use of bindings any transporting vehicle.
Only transport on vehicles designed for the use of transporting this type of
equipment.
Safety
Attention! This machine is equipped with warning symbols (safety decals).
Be aware of your safety at all times when operating a machine.
Real security means that you are familiar with all safety decals.

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These decals indicate types and areas of endangerment and in particular the
safety measure which should be taken.
Always remain alert and conscious of the dangers the decals indicate on the
machine, you are operating, presents to you and others.
The decals must be maintained in good condition, they are important safety
devices
The following decals are present on this machine:
3 Basic Rules
●Always use the machine across the slope in preference to going up and
down
Use extreme caution when changing direction on a slope
●Do not operate this machine on slopes of more than 20 degrees
Read the safety manual carefully before start up.
Before repair, maintenance and cleaning
Turn off engine and pull out keys
Consider references in the technical manual.
Lubrication fitting
The risk by away-hurling parts with
running engine.
Respect a safety margin from the
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Humidity and rain increases the danger of slippage. Certain conditions
may not permit safe handling of the machine
●Wear firm footwear with sufficient profile.
Operate only in conditions where sufficient lighting exists
Check terrain for hidden hazards prior to commencement of operation
In the event of accidental impact with a foreign object, immediately stop
the machine, including engine, and inspect for damage before continuing
Never run whilst operating the machine
Disengage drive to the attachment when transporting machine to and
from area to be worked
Never put hands or feet near or under rotating parts
Prior to any maintenance or repair work ensure that all drives are in the
neutral position, all switches are in the off position and for extra safety
the spark plug lead should be removed
3.1 Before starting
●When starting the engine all drives must be disengaged – i.e. all drive
leavers should be in the neutral rest position
●Never leave the operating position whilst machine is running
●Do not adjust handle bars when operating
Do not operate the machine without all guards and safety devices being
intact
Keep hands and feet always from all rotating parts
●In the event of malfunction stop immediately
3.2 Repair work
●Repair work such as a welding, cutting or drilling must not be carried out
on any safety relevant parts
Damaged parts should be replaced with new before further use of the
machine
3.3 Maintenance
●Examine the machine before start-up to ensure it is in a safe operating
condition, paying particular notice to the security of all screw fittings
Worn/damaged parts should be replaced as a safety precaution
●Cleaning should be carried out regularly to aid visual inspection of all
working parts on the machine, including all safety devices, and to
prevent fire hazards
Cleaning, e.g. with a high pressure cleaner, should be accomplished in
such a way that the water jet is not focused directly on rotating parts,
lubrication points and electrical fittings.
The machine should be maintained according to the instructions
contained within the manual.
●Failure to comply with maintenance and operating instructions will cause
the guarantee to be considered null and void

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4 Disposal
This device must be disposed of according to the regulation of the municipality
or the country. All possible parts should be recycled and the remainder
disposed of in a satisfactory manner.
The company Kersten Maschinenvertriebs GmbH or Kersten (UK) Ltd does not
take responsibility of disposal.
5 Warranty
Details of Warranty are included on the warranty registration form.
All conditions must be satisfied.
IMPORTANT! Please complete the warranty registration form enclosed and
send it to:
Kersten (UK) Ltd
Progress House, 39 Boulton Road
Reading, Berkshire RG2 0NH
Phone: 0118 986 9253

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6 Specification
Type K-LINE 820 SWEEPER
Engine Honda 5.5 hp
Fuel Tank .91 litres
Electrical Start n/a
Forward Driving Speed 3km/h
Backwards Driving
Speed
n/a
Hydraulic Oil Tank 7 litres
Hydraulic Oil Avia syntofluid N68 (68 grade biodegradable oil)
Tyre 4.00 x 8
Tyre Pressure Normal running pressure 15psi + or - 2
Parking Brake n/a
Wheel Weights optional
Weights
Dimensions Length
Noise Level Less than 84 db at operators ear
Vibration
additional equipment Wheel weights
Attachments available Front Brush Guard, Collector Box, Sifting Collector, Gulley
Brush, Snow Plough
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