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Translation of ori- ginal user guide BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Operating instructions 04/2021 READ THE USER GUIDE CAREFULLY BEFORE USE...
........................2.3. PRECAUTIONS AGAINST KICKBACK ..................2.4. SAFETY WARNINGS RELATING TO THE BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH ......2.5. SAFETY MEASURES RELATED TO THE USE OF THE PELLENC BATTERY AND CHAR- ................................ 2.6. SAFETY SIGNAGE ........................2.7. PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT ..................
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 4.6. DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY ....................4.7. ADJUSTING THE WORKING POSITION ..................4.7.1. ADJUSTMENT OF THE HARNESS AND FITTING OF THE CARRYING STRAP ......... 4.7.2. BALANCING THE TOOL ........................4.7.3. ADJUSTING THE ORIENTATION OF THE HANDLE .................
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......................10.1.1. STATUTORY WARRANTY ......................10.1.2. COMMERCIAL WARRANTYPELLENC .................... 10.1.3. PAID AFTER-SALES SERVICE ...................... 11. COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS: EXCELION 2 DH ............. 84 11.1. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE: EXCELION 2 DH ............11.2. UK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY : EXCELION 2 DH ..........
53_153238-A 1. INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing your Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH. Correctly used and maintained, this tool will give a satisfactory performance for many years. Avertissement Your device contains numerous recoverable or recyclable materials. Return it to your dealer or, failing this, to an approved servicing centre to be treated.
53_153238-A 2. SÉCURITÉ • The Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH is a professional tool whose use is reserved exclusively for clearing green spaces (grasses, dense grasses, woody weeds, brambles and small shrubs). • The PELLENC company accepts no responsibility for any damage caused by improper or unspecified use different from its original intention.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Note The term “Residual Current Device” (RCD) can be replaced by “Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter” (GFCI) or “Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker” (ELCB). 2.1.3. PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
2.1.7. TOOL’S END-OF-LIFE MANAGEMENT When the tool reaches the end of its life, PELLENC keeps the end of life sheet of the equipment at disposal. The end of life sheet provides instructions for safely removing components.
2.4. SAFETY WARNINGS RELATING TO THE BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH Do not use the metal cutting tools near walls, fences, tree trunks, rocks or similar obstacles. Contact with such elements can cause kickback, increased ricochets and damage the cutting tool. PELLENC recommends the...
This can increase the risk of injury from flying debris. Immediately stop the Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH in the event of a change in the behaviour of the cutting tool (change in noise, increased vibrations). Check that the cutting tool is properly attached and verify its condition (no distortion, sufficiently sharp).
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Wear protective gloves. Wear non-slip shoes. Beware of kickback. Beware of flying projections. Direction of rotation and maximum ro- LwA sound power level guaranteed. tational speed (6600 rpm) Maintaining an adequate safety dis- tance: Keep at least 15 metres back Tool compliant with EC standards.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 2.7. PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT Equipment Wearing of Description Mandatory if there is a risk of falling Safety helmet Recommended objects Protec- Recommended Risk of projections. tive visor Resistant Wear hand protection especially Mandatory work gloves when working on the cutting tool.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 3. DESCRIPTION AND TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.1. DESCRIPTION OF THE TOOL...
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17. Hole for attaching the machine on a wall fixture 18. Anti-vegetation protection washer 19. Quick connector: used to connect the machine to the PELLENC tool battery. 20. Side plate of the carrying kit to be fitted on the harness.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 3.2. TECHNICAL FEATURES 3.2.1. TOOL FEATURES EXCELION 2 Template Power 1500 W Tool voltage 43.2V Weight (excluding cutting tool and safety guard) 5.5 kg Dimensions (l x w x h) 1800 x 450 x 650 mm...
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Vibration values Vibration values measured at maximum rated speed* value of the right value of the left handle measured in m/s² handle measured in m/s² TAP CUT 3 (strimmer wire Ø 2.7 mm) 1.98 1.98...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 4. COMMISSIONING 4.1. PACKAGE CONTENTS Check that the Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH is delivered with: • 1 side plate of the carrying kit to be fitted on the • 1 Excelion 2 DH special key harness.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A When it is completely unscrewed, remove the handle adjustment knob (2). Insert the electrical wire of the handle module inside the tool support. Position the handle at an angle of 45°. Important Do not force the handle when fitting it onto the brush cutter.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Note To adjust the orientation of your handle, refer to Section 4.7.3, « Adjusting the orientation of the handle ». 4.2.2. HANDLE DISMOUNTING Unscrew the handle adjustment knob (2) until the first "click". This means that the first thread (mark A) is unscrewed (see Section 4.2.1, «...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Remove the handle support from its place, taking care not to damage the electrical wire. Place the handle support on a stable and clean sup- port. Screw the adjustment knob (2) until it "clicks". This means that the thread corresponding to mark B is screwed in.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Fitting the standard safety guard Fit the eyelet located on the upper part of the safety guard (13) on the top screw of the angle gears (11). Fit the lower part of the safety guard (13) by aligning the screw marks.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Remove the upper part of the safety guard (13) by first removing the eyelet fitted on the upper screw of the angle gear (11). 4.3.2. FITTING/DISMOUNTING OF THE PROTECTIVE SHIELD (OPTION) Note Refer to part Section 9.1.2, « Mulching » for the description and reference number of accessories.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Dismounting the protective shield Unscrew the 4 captive screws which lock the posi- tion of the protective shield. Remove the two parts of the protective shield. 4.3.3. FITTING/DISMOUNTING THE SAFETY GUARD FOR THE CHISEL-TOOTH SAW BLADE (OPTION) The safety guard (ref.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Fitting the tri-blade/twin-blade on the tool Check that the anti-vegetation protection washer (18) is present on the angle gear (11). Take the tri-blade/twin-blade out of its packaging Place the following parts in turn on the angle gear (11): •...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Dismounting the tri-blade/twin-blade from the tool Insert the Torx 25 wrench (22) supplied with your tool into the hole on the angle gear. This action will allow the position of the motor shaft and the support washer to be locked.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Fitting the mulching blade on the tool Check that the anti-vegetation protection washer (18) is present on the angle gear (11). Take out the mulching blade from its packaging. Place the following parts in turn on the angle gear (11): •...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Dismounting the mulching blade Insert the Torx 25 wrench (22) supplied with your tool into the hole on the angle gear. This action will allow the position of the motor shaft and the support washer to be locked.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Screw the head counterclockwise until in contact with the angle gear. Insert the Torx 25 key (22) into the hole on the angle gear. If necessary, turn the head slightly so that the Torx 25 wrench (22) also fits into the corresponding hole on the cutting head this time.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Cut a length of strimmer wire of 3 metres maximum (refer to Section 9.3, « Consumables ») Insert the strimmer wire through one of the eyelets and pass the strimmer wire through the TAP CUT.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Dismounting the TAP CUT 2 / TAP CUT 3 from the tool Insert the Torx 25 key (22) into the hole on the angle gear. If necessary, turn the head slightly so that the Torx 25 wrench (22) also fits into the corresponding hole on the cutting head.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 4.4.4. ADJUSTING THE LENGTH OF THE STRIMMER WIRE ON TAP CUT 2 AND 3 Adjustment of the length of the strimmer wire Start the tool (refer to Section 5.1.1, « Power on »). Operate at maximum speed.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Fitting Unscrew the two screws on the angle gear (11) mounted on the tool. Take the transmission shaft (14) out of its housing. Remove the angle gear (11). Remove the screw located on the right side of the angle gear supplied with your saw Kit (ref.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Using the special EXCELION 2 wrench (23) supplied with your tool, unscrew the nut clockwise while hol- ding the protective bowl. 10. Remove the protective bowl. 11. Check that the anti-vegetation protection washer (25) is present on the angle gear (11).
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Removing the chisel-saw blade Using the special EXCELION 2 wrench (23) supplied with your tool, unscrew the nut clockwise while hol- ding the protective bowl. Remove in turn: • the protective bowl, • the chisel-saw blade (ref. 111700).
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 4.4.6. FITTING/DISMOUNTING THE CITY CUT ON THE TOOL Attention Before any intervention on the tool, stop the machine completely and disconnect the battery. To consult the procedure for switching off your tool, refer to Section 5.1.2, « Stopping the tool ».
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A During the first fitting, position the sticker supplied with your CITY CUT on the transmission shaft of your brush cutter as shown in the image opposite. Insert the transmission shaft (14) into the CITY CUT.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Align the marks located on the sticker previously positioned and the top of the CITY CUT head, according to the use that will be made of the tool. Tighten the screws located on the CITY CUT, to lock its position, using the TORX 25 (22) wrench supplied with your tool.
Take the time to properly adjust your harness and machine. This will guarantee your ease of use and prevent any discomfort. Before use, the working position of Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH must be adjusted according to the size of the user. Adjusting the machine's working position to the operator's size is a 3-step process:...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A adjustment of the harness (and fitting of the carrying strap), adjusting the orientation of the handle, balancing the machine. These various adjustments may need to be repeated several times until a suitable working position is obtained. The handles should be within easy reach of the operator with the cutting tool parallel to the ground.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Note If the tool's handle is in the storage position: Unscrew the adjustment knob (2) until it "clicks" to unlock the handle (4), Pivot the handle (4) clockwise so as to position it perpendicular to the transmission shaft (14).
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A The handle must not move. If the handle is still able to pivot, the adjusting knob lacks sufficient clamping force and the handle need to be tigh- tened further. It is then possible to adjust the handle tigh-...
Make sure the tool turns on. The screen lights up in blue. Note To power on your Excelion 2 DH, it is not necessary to turn on your battery beforehand. In fact, the bat- tery is switched on from the tool handle.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Note After powering on, your tool is locked by default. It displays "1 X CLICK TO UNLOCK ". To use it, it is necessary to unlock it (refer to Section 5.2, « Unlo- cking of the tool »).
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 5.2. UNLOCKING OF THE TOOL To unlock the tool, Press simultaneously on the trigger (6) and the sa- fety throttle (10). Release the trigger (6). The tool is now unlocked. Note The tool automatically locks itself after 5 seconds of inactivity.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 5.3.1. REMAINING BATTERY LIFE Remaining battery life in percentage: When the tool is on and unlocked, the main screen dis- plays battery life as a percentage by default. Note When the battery life drops below 20%, the battery pictogram flashes slowly.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 5.3.2. “ENERGY SAVING” PICTOGRAM In use, when the motor consumption is less than or equal to 500W, a pictogram of a leaf symbol is automatically displayed. It means that the tool is working in energy sa- ving mode.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A To decrease a speed, push the selector (7) upwards. 5.4.3. “BOOST” MODE The "Boost" mode allows you to instantly obtain the maximum rotational speed for the cutting head used (6600 rpm for a blade, 6300 rpm for a strimmer wire).
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Deactivating “Boost” mode Push the selector (7) either up or down. The "Boost" mode is deactivated and the tool returns to the last speed used. Note With the speed is at maximum, in "Boost" mode, the tool consumes more energy.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Deactivating the "Speed limiter" Push the selector (7) either up or down. The "Speed limiter" mode is deactivated, the picto- gram disappears. 5.5. SETTINGS VIA THE HMI MENU 5.5.1. BROWSING IN THE MENU Accessing the menu: To access the menu, press the POWER / MENU but- ton (9) for 1 second (until "MENU"...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Note If you exit the menu with the trigger, the screen dis- plays "RELEASE TRIGGER". 5.5.2. ACTIVATION OF THE CUTTING HEAD VIA THE HMI MENU Selecting the right cutting head is essential to the proper functioning of your brush cutter.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 5.5.3. "INFORMATION" MENU AND ACCESS TO MACHINE SETTINGS Access to the "Information" menu: Access the tool menu (refer to Section 5.5.1, « Brow- sing in the menu »). Click several times on the POWER / MENU button (9) so as to scroll through the different cutting heads available on the tool and access the menu "4 - IN-...
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Resetting working time Press and hold the MENU / POWER button (9) for 1 second to reset the value. Pressing the selector or the trigger exits the menu. Note Resetting the working time also resets the average power and the consumed energy.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Reset average power Hold down the POWER / MENU button (9) for 1 se- cond to reset the value to 0. Pressing the selector or the trigger exits the menu. Note Resetting the average power also resets the consu- med energy and working time.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Reset of consumed energy Hold down the POWER / MENU button (9) for 1 se- cond to reset the value to 0. Pressing the selector or the trigger exits the menu. Note Resetting the consumed energy also resets the average power and working time.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 5.5.3.5. DISPLAY OF THE TIME REMAINING BEFORE THE MAINTENANCE SERVICE Access the "Information" menu (refer to Sec- tion 5.5.3, « "Information" menu and access to ma- chine settings ». Click several times on the POWER / MENU but- ton (9) so as to display the menu "5--MAINTE-...
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 5.5.3.6. LANGUAGE SELECTION Access the "Information" menu (refer to Sec- tion 5.5.3, « "Information" menu and access to ma- chine settings ». Click several times on the POWER/MENU button (9) to access the "6--LANGUAGE" menu.
Whether you want to clean or beautify your green space, remove tall grass, wild shoots, thickets or bushes cluttering up a path, for each use of your Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH, there are a suitable PELLENC cutting head. It is therefore...
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(edge of wall, along fences, etc.). Choice of strimmer wire • For grass: use PELLENC ELECTRIC Ø 2.4 mm strim- mer wire (reference 159893). • For dense grass and brush: use PELLENC ELECTRIC strimmer wire Ø 2.7 mm (reference 159892).
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A For more information on the accessories available with your Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH, refer to Section 9.1, « Cut- ting tools ». 5.6.2. ADVICE FOR OPTIMIZING THE BATTERY In order to optimize the autonomy of your PELLENC battery as much as possible, the rotational speed of the cutting tool used must be adapted to the type of mowing.strimming work to be carried out.
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Tall grass mowing • To mow tall, dense grass, mow the upper part first, then the lower part. • The mowing movement is from right to left while left to right is the return movement.
Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH takes 20 seconds. 5.7. EMERGENCY RELEASE The Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH has a quick release system for the tool, making it possible to move away from it quickly in an emergency. Avertissement...
6. MAINTENANCE 6.1. MAINTENANCE ADVICE Attention Always disconnect the tool battery before starting tool maintenance. • Use products recommended by PELLENC. • In the event of any problem, consult an authorised PELLENC distributor. 6.2. MAINTENANCE TABLE Every Eve- At each...
Cleaning the CITY CUT blades Greasing the angle gear of the CITY CUT Important Have the machine serviced every 400 hours or at least once a year by an authorised PELLENC distributor. 6.3. CLEANING THE TOOL After each use, clean with water: Avertissement Do not use a high pressure cleaner.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Note If necessary, remove the cutting head (see Sec- tion 4.4, « Fitting/dismounting of the cutting heads on the Brush cutter »). • The transmission shaft (14). Important After cleaning, allow the tool to dry thoroughly before using it.
Remove the screw located on the angle gear (11) using the Torx 25 key (22) supplied with your tool. Apply 4 grams of PELLENC grease (reference 35749), once a month or every 100 hours. Grease the thread of the angle gear shaft (11) to fa- cilitate the loosening of the cutting head nuts.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 6.7. MAINTENANCE OF THE CITY CUT 6.7.1. DISMOUNTING/FITTING OF THE CITY CUT SAFETY GUARD Dismounting Dismount the CITY CUT (refer to the "dismount" part of Section 4.4.6, « Fitting/dismounting the CITY CUT on the tool »).
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BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A Avertissement A compressed spring is located under the bowl. Carefully release the elements. Remove the two blades each positioned on a sup- port. On each of the blade supports, using a TORX 27 screwdriver, remove the 3 nuts to separate the blade from its support.
To ensure the proper functioning of the CITY CUT, it is necessary: • lubricate the blades using the PELLENC lubricant spray (ref. 121633) every two working hours, • to dismount the blades at the end of the working day to clean and lubricate the assembly, see procedure below.
(only on the blades). Dry all the parts using a clean, dry cloth. Lubricate the blades using the PELLENC lubricant spray (ref. 121633). Refit the CITY CUT (refer to the "assembly" part of Section 6.7.2, «...
6.7.5. ANGLE GEAR LUBRICATION Remove the screw located on the CITY CUT using the Torx 25 key (22) supplied with your tool. Apply 4 grams of PELLENC grease (reference 35749) every 50 hours. Replace the screw located on the CITY CUT using...
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 7.2. SUMMARY OF DISPLAY SCREEN MESSAGES Fault messages appear on the HMI screen of the tool. Diagnostics Designation Probable cause Checks Solutions Repairer display codes Allow the tool User User to cool down Tool tempera-...
• Always make sure the tool is clean and its battery is charged before storing it. • The Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH must be stored away from heat, dust and humidity at an ambient temperature between 0° C and 40° C.
• Always make sure the tool is clean and its battery is charged before storing it. • The Brush cutter Excelion 2 DH must be stored away from heat, dust and humidity at an ambient temperature between 0° C and 40° C.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 9. ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLES 9.1. CUTTING TOOLS 9.1.1. WEED CONTROL TAP CUT Designation of the accessory Reference TAP CUT 3 cutting head 57276 (See Section 9.3.1, « TAP CUT Consumables » to consult the list of strimmer wires compatible with the TAP CUT 3)
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 9.1.2. MULCHING Mulching blade Designation of the accessory Reference Mulching blade 280 - 3 158491 CAUTION: Protective shield mandatory (ref. 57277) Mulching kit Protective shield is MANDATORY when using the mulching blade. 57277 Includes the specific adapter bowl for the mulching blade 9.1.3.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A CITY CUT Designation of the accessory Reference CITY CUT bowl 118271 CITY CUT safety guards 118267 CITY CUT blades 118270 9.2. OTHER ACCESSORIES Name Reference 750 battery Comfort Harness 57183 750 battery adapter cable...
152778 9.3. CONSUMABLES 9.3.1. TAP CUT CONSUMABLES Name Reference PELLENC ELECTRIC Ø 2.7 mm (280 m) strimmer wire spool 159892 PELLENC Ø 2.7 mm (63 m) strimmer wire pack 159895 PELLENC ELECTRIC Ø 2.4 mm (347 m) strimmer wire spool 159893 PELLENC Ø...
The warranty is fully integral to the product sold by PELLENC. 10.1.2.1.2. SPARE PARTS The commercial warranty also covers original PELLENCspare parts, excluding labour and to the exclusion of certain...
PELLENC Products are guaranteed under the commercial warranty as from delivery to the customer for a period of two (2) years for products connected to a PELLENC battery, and for a period of one (1) year for other PELLENC products.
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Paid after-sales service also covers original PELLENC spare parts, excluding labour and outside the legal and commercial warranty period. In case of replacement of original PELLENC spare parts in the context of after-sales service, said latter are covered by a warranty of one year as from the installation date.
BRUSH CUTTER EXCELION 2 DH 53_153238-A 11.2. UK DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY : EXCELION 2 DH MANUFACTURER / ENTITY AUTHORIZED TO COMPILE THE PELLENC TECHNICAL FILE ADDRESS Quartier Notre-Dame - 84120 Pertuis (France) We hereby declare that the machine referred to below as:...
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