Powerplus POWXG7205 User Manual

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1 APPLICATION .................................................................................. 3

2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................. 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 4

5 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CULTIVATORS .................... 4

5.1 To ensure safe operation ........................................................................................ 4

5.1.1 Operator responsibility .............................................................................................. 4

5.1.2 Child safety ............................................................................................................... 5

5.1.3 Thrown object hazard ................................................................................................ 5

5.1.4 Fire and burn hazard ................................................................................................. 5

5.1.5 Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard .......................................................................... 5

5.1.6 Operation on slope .................................................................................................... 5

6 PETROL SAFETY WARNINGS ....................................................... 6

7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 6

7.1 Step 1: install the depth regulator .......................................................................... 6

7.2 Step 2: attach lower handle bar to the cultivator .................................................. 7

7.3 Step 3: attach top handle bar to the cultivator ..................................................... 7

7.4 Step 4: fill engine crankcase .................................................................................. 8

8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................ 8

8.1 Pre- First - Start Inspection .................................................................................... 8

8.1.1 Cold start .................................................................................................................. 8

8.1.2 Restarting a warm engine ......................................................................................... 8

8.2 Idle speed ................................................................ ................................ ................ 9

8.3 Shutting down ......................................................................................................... 9

8.4 Tilling ....................................................................................................................... 9

8.5 Drive safety control levers ..................................................................................... 9

8.5.1 Forward lever ............................................................................................................ 9

8.5.2 Reverse lever .......................................................................................................... 10

9 ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................. 10

9.1 Wheel lock pins ..................................................................................................... 10

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9.2 Handlebar height adjustment ............................................................................... 11

9.3 Depth regulator lever ............................................................................................ 11

9.4 Belt tension adjustment ........................................................................................ 11

10 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................. 12

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10.1 Maintenance schedule .......................................................................................... 12

11 STORAGE ...................................................................................... 13

11.1 Prepare for storage ............................................................................................... 13

12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR ............................................ 13

13 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................ 15

14 NOISE ............................................................................................. 15

15 SERVICE DEPARTMENT .............................................................. 15

16 WARRANTY ................................................................................... 15

17 ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................. 16

18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY .............................................. 17

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CULTIVATOR 196CC POWXG7205

1 APPLICATION

The petrol cultivator is suitable for cultivating the sandy and clayey soil of a canopied vegetables base and dry land. For weedy and deep plots, remove the weeds before using the cultivator to cultivate the land. It is not designed for commercial use.

WARNING! For your own safety, read this manual and the general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance. Your power tool should only be given to other users together with these instructions.

2 DESCRIPTION

1. Clutch – levers-forward

2. Reverse lever

3. Handle bar

4. Carriage bolts

5. Transmission cover

6. Silencer

7. Air filter

8. Fuel tank

9. Fuel cap

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST

 Remove all packaging materials.  Remove remaining packaging and packing inserts (if included).  Check that the package contents are complete.  Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation

damage.

 Keep the packaging materials as far as possible until the end of the warranty period. Then

take it to your local waste disposal system.

10. Throttle control lever

11. Choke

12. Fuel lever

13. Recoil Starter

14. Depth regulator

15. Blades

16. On/off switch

17. Wheel

18. Oil fill cap

WARNING Packaging materials are not toys! Children must not play with plastic bags! There is a danger of suffocation!

Spark Plug Spanner (1) 8-10 Wrench (1) 12-14 Wrench (1) 13-16 Wrench (1) Instruction Manual (1)

If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.

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Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool.

Wear gloves

Read manual before use

In accordance with essential safety standards of applicable European directives

Wear noise protection

No naked flame

Wear eye protection

No smoking

Wearing of protective shoes advised

Cutting danger

Keep bystanders away

Warning! Flying objects

4 SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine:

5 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR CULTIVATORS

For your safety and the safety of others, please pay special attention to these precautions  This cultivator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to

instructions.

 Read and understand the owner's manual before operating the cultivator. Failure to do so

could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

 Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide.  Never run the cultivator in an enclosed area.  Be sure to provide adequate ventilation.  If a ventilation system is installed, ensure you follow the applicable safety rules.  The rotating parts are sharp and they turn at high speed. Accidental contact can cause

serious injury.

 Keep your hands and feet away from the parts while engine is running.  Stop the engine and disengage the tines clutch before inspection or maintenance of tines.  Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent any possibility of accidental starting. Wear heavy

gloves to protect your hands when clearing the tines or when inspecting or replacing the tines.

5.1 To ensure safe operation

5.1.1 Operator responsibility  Keep the cultivator in good operating condition. Operating a cultivator in poor or

questionable condition could result in serious injury.

 Be sure all safety devices are in working order and warning labels are in place. These

items are installed for your safety.

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 Know how to stop the engine and tines quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use

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of all controls.

 Keep a firm hold on the handlebars. They may tend to lift during clutch engagement  Allowing anyone to operate this cultivator without proper training may result in injury.  Wear sturdy, full-coverage footwear, operating this cultivator barefoot or with open toe

shoes or sandals increases your risk of injury.

 Dress sensibly. Loose clothing may get caught in moving parts, increasing your risk of

injury.

 Be alert! Operating this cultivator when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or

drugs may result in serious injury.

 Keep all persons and pets away from the tilling area.  Be sure drag bar is in place and properly adjusted.

5.1.2 Child safety  Keep children indoors and supervised at all times while any outdoor power equipment is

being used nearby. Young children move quickly and are attracted especially by the tines and tilling activity.

 Never assume children will remain where you last saw them, be alert and turn the

cultivator off if children enter the area.

 Children should never be allowed to operate the cultivator, even under adult supervision.

5.1.3 Thrown object hazard  Objects hit by the rotating tines can be thrown from the cultivator with great force, and may

cause severe injury.

 Before tilling, clear the tilling area of sticks, large stones, wire, glass, etc. Till only in

daylight.

 Pieces thrown from worn or damaged tines can cause serious injury. Always inspect the

tines before using the cultivator.

5.1.4 Fire and burn hazard

 Petrol is extremely inflammable, and petrol vapour can explode.  Use extreme care when handling petrol. Keep petrol out of reach of children.  Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.  Allow the engine to cool before refuelling. Fuel vapour or spilled fuel may be ignited.  The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation and remain hot for a

while after stopping. Contact with hot engine components can cause burn injuries and can ignite some materials.

 Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system.  Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance or storing the cultivator indoors.

5.1.5 Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard  Exhaust fumes contain poisonous carbon monoxide, a colourless and odourless gas.

Breathing in exhaust fumes can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death

 If you run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclosed, the air you

breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate ventilation.

5.1.6 Operation on slope  When tilling on slopes, keep the fuel tank less than half full to minimize fuel spillage.

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 Till across the slope (at equally spaced intervals) rather than up and down it.

 Install the depth regulator into the top of the

depth regulator bracket with handle facing rearwards.

 Insert depth regulator bolt through depth

regulator bracket into hole in depth regulator

lever so that tines clear the ground.  A) Front B) Depth Regulator bracket C) Rear D) Depth regulator bolt

 E) Depth regulator

 Be very careful when changing the direction of the cultivator on a slope.  Do not use the cultivator on a slope of more than 10°. The maximum angle for safe

working (as shown) is for reference purposes only and should be determined according to the type of tool.

 Before starting the engine, check that the cultivator is not damaged and is in good

condition. For your safety and the safety of others, exercise extreme care when using the cultivator up or down a hill.

6 PETROL SAFETY WARNINGS

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WARNING: Use extra care in handling fuels. They are inflammable and the vapours are explosive. The following points must be observed.

 Use only an approved container.  Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the power source running. Allow engine

exhaust components to cool before refueling.

 Do not smoke.  Never refuel the machine indoors.  Never store the machine or fuel containers inside where there is an open flame, such as a

water heater.

 If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the power source, but move the machine away

from the area of spillage before starting.

 Always replace and securely tighten the fuel cap after refueling.  If the tank is drained, this should be done outdoors.

7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

The cultivator comes fully assembled except for a few parts. The following instructions will help you assemble and adjust the cultivator's depth regulator, cable tension, and handlebar height.

7.1 Step 1: install the depth regulator

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 Put the lower handle bar outside the

transmission cover and align the lower holes.

 Insert bolt + nut for each side in lower holes.  Insert bolt + nut for each side in upper holes

at desired handlebar height.

A) Lock nuts B) Height adjustment bolts C) Height adjustment holes D) Transmission cover

Insert four fastening bolts on each side in every hole. Place fastening nuts on each bolt. Tighten all nuts.

A) Fastening nuts B) Fastening bolts C) Even washer – coil springwasher

7.2 Step 2: attach lower handle bar to the cultivator

7.3 Step 3: attach top handle bar to the cultivator

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Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overfill. Use clean, high quality detergent oils. Oil type SAE 10W-30. Do not mix oil with petrol. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil fill plug. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use.

A) Gearbox dipstick B) Gearbox dipstick hole

7.4 Step 4: fill engine crankcase

8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

8.1 Pre- First - Start Inspection

IMPORTANT! Engine is shipped from factory without oil. Engine oil must be added before starting engine. Oil type: SAE-30.

 Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts are secure.  Check oil level in engine crankcase.  Inspect air filter for cleanliness.  Check the fuel supply. Do not fill petrol tank completely, allow space for fuel to expand.  Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely.  Check depth regulator lever position.  Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or fuel leaks.  Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel.  Look for signs of engine damage.  Remove excessive debris from silencer area and recoil starter

8.1.1 Cold start

 Open the fuel lever  Move choke lever to full choke position.  Move on/off switch to on  Move Throttle control lever to middle  When engine starts, gradually move choke lever to “no choke” position.

8.1.2 Restarting a warm engine Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous operation does not normally require

use of the choke.

 Move on/of switch (18) to on.  Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts.  Adjust Throttle control lever to “high” for best cultivator action.

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 Engages wheels and tines into forward.  Pushing down clutch levers (FORWARD)

towards the handlebar engages the wheels

and tines. Releasing the lever stops the

wheels and tines and brings the cultivator to a

complete stop. A) Clutch

8.2 Idle speed

Use the “low” position on the Throttle control lever to reduce stress on the engine when tilling is not in progress. Lowering the engine speed to “idle” will help to extend the life of the motor,

as well as to conserve fuel and reduce the noise level of the equipment.

8.3 Shutting down

To stop the engine at any time, turn engine ON/OFF switch to the off position. To stop wheels and tines at any time, release clutch levers to neutral position.

8.4 Tilling

 Adjust the depth regulator lever (15) to desired tilling depth.

NOTE: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a time, testing cultivator operation after each hole. Raising depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of control of cultivator!

 Move the Throttle control lever l to high  Place the cultivator in forward by pushing down on the clutch levers (FORWARD)--this will

engage the wheels and tines.

NOTE: You can slow the cultivator’s forward advance at any time by putting

slight downward pressure on the handlebars. You can stop the cultivator by releasing the clutch levers to the neutral position.

8.5 Drive safety control levers

Do not operate both “forward” and “reverse” clutch levers at the same time.

8.5.1 Forward lever

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8.5.2 Reverse lever

 Engages wheels and tines into reverse.  Pulling the reverse lever back towards the

operator reverses cultivator. Releasing the

lever stops the wheels and tines.

A) reverse lever

To place wheels in free-wheel position.  Remove lock pin. Slide wheel inward toward

machine.

 Insert pin in axle only.  Wheel should turn freely on axle.

A) Wheel lock pin in free-wheel position. (axle hole only)

9 ADJUSTMENTS

Engine should be off before adjusting any controls.

Extreme caution should be used when operating cultivator in reverse direction

9.1 Wheel lock pins

Place wheels in tilling position.

 Remove lock pin. Align hole in axle with hole in wheel hub.  Insert lock pin through holes, fold lock pin ring to secure pin to axle.  Firmly lock wheel and axle together before tilling.  Repeat for other wheel.

NOTE: Always have both wheel lock pins in or out. Do not operate cultivator with only one wheel locked.

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9.2 Handlebar height adjustment

The ideal height of the handlebar varies with operator height and tilling depth. To adjust handlebar height:  Unscrew nuts and remove top bolts on each

side.

 Align handlebar to desired holes.  Install bolts and nuts. Retighten.

A) Lock nuts B) Height adjustment bolts C) Height adjustment holes D) Transmission cover

Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth regulator lever. To adjust tilling depth:

 Turn loose depth regulator bolt  Raise the depth regulator lever to position

tines at chosen tilling depth.  Align hole in depth regulator lever with hole in

depth regulator bracket and replace depth

regulator bolt. Depth Regulator Lever Down = Shallower tilling. Place the depth regulator bolt in the top hole of the depth regulator lever for shallowest tilling. Depth Regulator Lever Up = Deeper tilling. Place the depth regulator bolt in the bottom hole of the depth regulator lever for deepest tilling.

A) Front B) Depth Regulator bracket C) Rear D) Depth regulator bolt E) Depth regulator

To increase belt tension:

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9.3 Depth regulator lever

9.4 Belt tension adjustment

Proper belt tension is critical to good performance. After 1/2 hour of operation, all cables may have to be adjusted due to initial stretch. Thereafter, check tension after every 2 hours of operation.

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 Loosen upper jam nut and turn nut up cable.  Tighten lower jam nut.  Check adjustment.

This procedure can be repeated until conduit adjustment bolts are fully adjusted. If no more adjustments can be made, belt may have to be replaced.

A) Bracket B) Reverse cable C) Upper jam nut D) Lower jam nut E) Forward cable

Maintenance Operation

Each Use

First Month or 20 Hours

Every 3 months or 50 Hours

Every 6 months or 100 Hours

Every year or 300 Hours

Drive Belt Tension

Check

√

Change

√

Engine oil

Check level

√

Change

√ √

Air filter

Check

√

Clean

√(1)

√(1) Replace

√

10 MAINTENANCE

10.1 Maintenance schedule

Your cultivator has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of

outdoor power equipment to provide you with years of reliable operation. Keeping your cultivator in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance. Please read this normal care schedule, and note the recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit.

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Cultivator Transmission Grease

Check

√

Replace

√

Tyre Pressure

Check

√

Tine Shaft

Clean

√

Wheel Axle Shaft

Lubricate

√

PROBLEM

REMEDY/ACTION

Engine will not start

Add petrol to petrol tank. Connect sparking plug wire to sparking plug Throttle must be positioned at choke for a cold start

1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.

11 STORAGE

11.1 Prepare for storage

Follow the steps below to prepare your cultivator for storage. Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for storage.  Protect wheels and axles from rust:

 - Remove lock pin and slide wheel off hub.  - Coat the axles lightly with axle grease.  - Slide wheel back on hub and insert lock pin.

 Drain fuel system completely following engine manufacturer’s instructions or add fuel

stabilizer to prevent fuel from becoming unusable during extended storage period.

 While engine is still warm, drain the oil from the engine. Refill with fresh oil of the

recommended grade.

 Clean external surfaces, engine and cooling fan.  Remove sparking plug, pour one ounce of SAE 30 oil into sparking plug hole.  Plug hole and pull starter cord slowly to distribute oil evenly in cylinder head area.  Reinstall sparking plug.  Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and

have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions and storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of fire due to the ignition of petrol fumes. Remember, petrol fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing explosions and fire.

 If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tampering, remove the sparking plug and

store it in a safe place before storing the cultivator unit. Be sure to plug the sparking plug hole to prevent foreign material from entering.

12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR

While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your cultivator, prolonged or constant use may eventually require it to be serviced in order to allow it to continue to operate properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, causes and remedies.

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Engine runs rough

Clean or replace air cleaner

Engine is hard to start

Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use fuel stabilizer at end of season Make sure sparking plug wire is securely attached to sparking plug Drive safety control levers must be released to neutral position to start the engine

Engine misses or lacks power

Raise the tines for shallow tilling by lowering the depth regulator lever Remove and clean fuel tank Clean or replace air cleaner Incorrect carburettor adjustment, take to authorized engine service centre Replace sparking plug and adjust gap Drain and refill petrol tank and carburettor

Engine will not stop when throttle control is positioned at stop

See engine manual to check and adjust throttle linkage

Cultivator moves forward during starting

Drive safety control levers must be released to neutral position to start the engine

Cultivator is difficult to control when tilling (machine jumps or lurches forward)

Lock wheels in tilling position Raise the tines for shallower tilling by lowering the depth regulator lever

Tines turn, wheels do not turn

Lock wheels in tilling position Internal transmission failure, see your dealer

Tines turn, wheels turn, cultivator does not move

Lower the tines for deeper tilling by raising the depth regulator lever

Belts squeal in neutral and/or reverse

Adjust forward belt guide: turn engine off and allow silencer to cool disconnect sparking plug wire and secure from sparking plug remove belt guard pull down drive safety control levers manually bend forward belt guide so there is 1/16 inch or less clearance between belt guide and belt replace belt guard and sparking plug wire

Belts squeal in forward operation

Adjust tabs on the reverse belt guide turn engine off and allow silencer to cool Disconnect the spark plug wire and secure it from contacting the spark plug in order to avoid ignition release drive safety control levers to neutral position remove belt guard adjust tabs of reverse belt guide: while drive safety control levers are released, bend metal tabs on reverse belt guide to 1/64 inch or less clearance from reverse belt

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replace belt guard and sparking plug wire

Excessive heat builds up in transmission/tine area during tilling

Remove vegetation by following instructions in Clean Tine Axle Shaft of Normal Care section. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Check transmission fluid and fill if needed

Engine displacement

196cc

Weight

69kg

Max. rotational speed

max3600 min-1

Cutting width

480mm

Blade thickness

3.5mm

Motor Power

4,0W

Oil Tank Capacity

600ml

Fuel tank capacity

3600ml

Acoustic pressure level LpA

84 dB(A)

Acoustic power level LwA

102 dB(A)

aw (Vibration)

7.5m/s²

K = 1.5 m/s²

13 TECHNICAL DATA

14 NOISE

Noise values measured according to relevant standard. (K = 3)

ATTENTION! The sound power level may exceed 85 dB(A), in this case individual hearing protection shall be worn.

15 SERVICE DEPARTMENT

Damaged switches must be replaced by our after-sales service department. If the connecting cable (or mains plug) is damaged, it must be replaced by a special connecting cable which is available from our service department. Replacement of the connecting cable should be carried out only by our service department (see last page) or by a qualified specialist (qualified electrician).

16 WARRANTY

 This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the

first user.

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 This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers,

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defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation.

 Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the

warranty provisions.

 We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool.  Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus

tools.

 You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90.  Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise

in writing.

 At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the

result of negligent maintenance or overload.

 Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive

dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike, erroneus net voltage. This list is not exhaustive.

 Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty

period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement.

 Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of

Varo NV.

 We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it

is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon brushes serviced regularly, etc.).

 Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase.  Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state,

(in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of purchase.

17 ENVIRONMENT

Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not dispose of it with the household refuse, but in an environmentally safe way. Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that protects the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station for recycling. Do not throw it into the refuse or pour it on the ground.

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18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that

product: Cultivator 196cc trade mark: POWERplus model: POWXG7205

is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.

European Directives (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature);

2004/108/EC 2006/42/EC 2000/14/EC Annex V LwA 100dB(A) / 102dB(A) 97/68/EC Engine Class = SN3 EDP = 125h Testing Authority NSAI / Dublin

European harmonized standards (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature);

EN709: 1997-A4 EN ISO 14982: 2009

Keeper of the Technical Documentation : Philippe Vankerkhove, VARO – Vic. Van Rompuy N.V.

The undersigned acts on behalf of the company CEO,

Philippe Vankerkhove Certification Manager 13/09/13

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