AMURA CASTOR 16A3, Instruction Manual

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Never leave this machine unattended.
Be careful not to touch the hot parts of the
machine while the engine is running or after
use, such as exhaust, spark plug or high
voltage cables.
Do not use other accessories this machine except
those recommended by our company since its use
could cause severe damage to the user, people close
to the machine and the machine itself.
Always follow the safety rules given in this manual.
7.1. HOLDING AND GUIDING THE MACHINE
While working always place yourself behind the
machine and hold it firmly with both hands on the
handles.
Attention! Do not use the machine with one hand.
Caution !: The machine may bounce up or jump
forward unexpectedly, if the wheels hit something hard
such as large stones, roots or logs. Always hold the
machine firmly with both hands.
The clutch of this machine is deactivated (disengaged)
by default, to activate the clutch and that the engine
power is transmitted to the cutters, the clutch lever
must be pressed.
Attention !: The clutch lever has a safety lock to
prevent accidental clutch of the machine.
To act on the clutch, and for the machine to move
forward, first actuate the traction lever (1) and then
the clutch lever (2). Then release the pull lever (1) and
the machine will move forward.
SHIFTING GEARS
This machine has three speeds in both directions.
These are shown as “
I N II N III ” If operating in one of
the directions you need to reverse gear, you can use
the machine direction change lever (5)
7.2. WORKING WITH THE MACHINE
Start the machine following the instructions in the
manual.
The moving wheels will pull the machine forward
maintaining the proper speed.
When working on slopes always stand a little higher
up the slope so that the machine is always below you.
7.2.1. SCORECARD
In the following drawing you can see the function of
the different levers of the machine.