Contents
Notes on the operating manual..................................
2
Contact .........................................................................
2
Device data...................................................................
2
Intended use.................................................................
2
Explanation of the symbols........................................
4
Warnings......................................................................
4
Symbols in the instructions...........................................
4
Signs on the device......................................................
4
Position of the safety signs on the device................
6
Description of the safety signs on the device ..........
7
Safety instructions ......................................................
11
Prior to starting.............................................................
11
User restrictions and hours of operation.......................
11
Safe handling of fuel.....................................................
11
Check the device prior to use.......................................
12
Danger area..................................................................
12
Fire hazard...................................................................
12
Spark arrestor...............................................................
12
Danger of poisoning due to exhaust gases..................
12
Use caution during operation........................................
13
Prior to mowing.............................................................
13
Use caution when mowing............................................
13
Caution when mowing slopes.......................................
14
When work is completed..............................................
15
Use caution during maintenance and repair.................
15
Device description.......................................................
16
Control elements .........................................................
17
Front area.....................................................................
17
Control lever at seat.....................................................
17
Drive/idle mode.............................................................
18
Bar................................................................................
19
Information on mowing...............................................
19
Prior to starting............................................................
20
Checking the oil level....................................................
20
Fuel...............................................................................
20
Tanking up....................................................................
20
Adjusting the seating position.......................................
20
Adjusting the seat suspension......................................
20
Putting up the bar.........................................................
20
Transport rack..............................................................
20
Starting .........................................................................
21
Safety switches.............................................................
21
Starting the engine.......................................................
21
Engaging the blade.......................................................
21
Driving ..........................................................................
22
Brakes..........................................................................
22
Driving..........................................................................
22
Differential lock.............................................................
22
Transport......................................................................
23
Loading.........................................................................
23
Unloading the device....................................................
23
Moving the device without drive ................................
24
Disconnecting the drive................................................
24
Pushing.........................................................................
24
Towing..........................................................................
24
Switching off and parking...........................................
25
Maintenance and cleaning..........................................
26
Before and after each use by the user.........................
26
27
Prior to maintenance and cleaning...............................
28
Maintenance and cleaning position..............................
28
Cleaning the device......................................................
29
General inspection........................................................
29
Checking the safety functions.......................................
29
Checking the parking brake..........................................
29
Checking the blade.......................................................
30
Checking the blade brake clutch..................................
31
Maintaining the engine.................................................
31
Opening the engine cover............................................
31
Checking the engine oil level........................................
31
Checking the spark plug...............................................
32
Maintaining the air filter................................................
32
Checking and charging the battery...............................
32
Hydrostat transmission.................................................
33
Assembly......................................................................
34
Scope of delivery..........................................................
34
Unpacking.....................................................................
34
Mounting.......................................................................
34
Storage .........................................................................
34
Storing the device.........................................................
34
Longer storage.............................................................
34
Restarting.....................................................................
34
Spare parts...................................................................
35
Reordering labels.........................................................
35
Wear parts ....................................................................
35
Tyres .............................................................................
35
Disposal........................................................................
35
Warranty .......................................................................
35
Troubleshooting ..........................................................
36
Technical data AS 940 Sherpa 4WD...........................
38
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