This manual contains all the information and necessary datafor the preservation and proper use of the machine. The better y ou know y our agricultural machine, the safer will be y our work; theref ore we suggest y ou to read carefully and understand this “INSTRUCTIONS AND MAINTENANCE” manual before starting to work. You will find important use notice relating to the use of the machine, which will help you to fully exploit its technical characteristics.You will alsofind useful information concerning carefulness and maintenance, importantfor your safety, guide to use and lasting preservation of y our machine’s v alue. BENASSI SPA, in line with a policy of continuous technical improvement, reserv es the right to change mechanical parts, f inishing and accessories. Data concerning dimensions, weights and perf ormances are intended with DIN rules allowances. Pictures, descriptions and technical features are without obligation. SERVICE AND WARRANTY BENASSI SPA put at the customers’ disposal its technical service to solv e any problems concerning use and maintenance of the machines and points out that they all have 12 months (a y ear) warranty after purchase as f ar as def ective material is concerned. In cases of difficulty please contact y our retailer. Please use BENASSI SPA products, original spare-parts and accessories; BENASSI SPA disclaims all responsibility for any alteration or improper application. BENASSI SPA shall not be liable for the application to its machines of accessories made by third persons, without prev ious authorisation. TABLE OF CONTENTS IN THIS MANUAL: 1) Machine specifications 2) Technical featuresof theenginesmounted on the different versions 3) Characteristics and drives captions 4) Dimensions and overalldimensions 5) Packing and transport 6) Accessories 7) Symbols and decalcomania's 8) Machine identification 9) Use of the machine 10) Control description 11) Tools mounting andmachine reversibility12) Machine starting 13) Start of the work14) End of the work 15) Use of the machine-Milling unit reversibility16) Maintenance and machine lubrication 17) Garaging18) Troubleshooting 19) Rules fora correct use of the machine 20) Accident-prevention rules 21) CE Declaration of the machine 1 –TECHNICAL FEATURES OFTHE MACHINE ENGINE 4 strokes – 5 HP / 5,5 HP. CLUTCH Cone lined in oil bath. GEARBOX with gears in oil bath – 1 f wd. speed +1 rev. with wheel disengaging. P.T.O power mower version: 980 R.p.m. with sense of rotation Left. engine driven cultivator v ersion: 640 R.p.m. with sense of rotation Right. HANDLEBAR adjustable in height and sideway s – assembled onv ibration dampers, 180° reversible. WHEELS tractor gummed 3.50.6 - 13.500.6 or iron. TRACK f rom cm. 38,5 with wheels 3.50.6 at cm. 43 with wheels 13.500.6. TOOLS power mower version: cutterbar cm 92 with eccentric motion, brush, snow turbine. engine driven cultivator version: cutter cm 40-50, plough, lister. SPEED AT PEAK RPM power mower version: km/hr 2,3 engine driven cultivator version: km/hr 1,5 SpA MC 2300 SpA MC 2300 2 TECHNICAL DATA OF THE ENGINES MOUNTED ON THE DIFFERENT VERSIONS TECHNICAL FEATURES MC 2300 D MC 2300 H MC 2300 HS MC 2300 MC 2300 B Engine YANMAR L 48 AE DI HONDA GX 160 HONDA GC 160 ACME A 200 B BRIGGS & STRATTON Weight Cultivator version Kg. 81 Kg. 70 Kg. 66,5 Kg. 72 Kg. 75 Weight Law n mow er version Kg. 85 Kg. 74 Kg. 70,5 Kg. 76 Kg. 79 Cycle diesel Otto (OHV) Otto Otto Otto kW - (HP) 3,48 (4,7) 4 - (5,5) 3,7 - (5) 4 (5,5) 3,7 (5,00) Displacement 211 cc. 168 cc. 160 cc. 220 206 RPM 3.600 3.600 3.600 3.600 3.600 Consumption/HR Kg./h 0,90 Kg./h 1.20 Kg./h. 1,15 Kg./h 1,82 Kg./h 1,60 ENGINES WHICH EQUIPS THE MACHINES HAVE ALL THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS: • Starting with autowinding rope. • Dry air-filter. • Oil quantityin the engine0,6l. • Working with standard car petrol 90/100 octanes ron. DieselfuelMC2300 D. • Cone clutch in oil bath with lined hub for all versions. 3- CHARACTERISTICS AND DRIVESCAPTIONS 1. Spark plug 2. Locking lever for handlebarmount rotation 3. Gear lever 4. Accelerator hand lever 5. Wheel release lever 6. Engine stop lever 7. Clutch lever 8. Locking pushbutton 9. Power take-off engagement lever (cutter) 10. Locking lever for handlebar height adjustment 11. Adjustable spur 12. Adjustable hood panel for milling cutter The machine is an engine driven cultivator. By changing tools or by turning the handlebars you can obtain different configurations for different uses as well. With handlebars on the opposite side of the engine (Engine driven cultivator version, Picture 2) you can mount back tools (such as cutter, ploughs, listers etc.). This main version of the machine is used for soil working. With handlebars turned on the engine (Power mower version, Picture 2a) you can mount front tools ( central cutterbar, lawn mower, snow turbine, brush, leveller, etc.). SpA MC 2300 SpA MC 2300 4 – DIMENSIONS AND OVERALL DIMENSIONS Engine driven cultivator version Power mower version 5 – PACKING AND TRAN...