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Warnings:
• Under no circumstances should you ever allow the engine to run for an
extended period (i.e. more 30 seconds) in a closed space. The exhaust fumes
contain toxins that may cause poisoning or suffocation.
• Before starting the engine, check that ventilation grilles are not blocked by
any foreign objects.
• If the engine does not start immediately, wait for a short while (> 5sec) be
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fore trying again. If you do not do so, you may well damage the engine.
• Repeated, unsuccessful attempts to start the engine may point to a wet
spark plug. It must then be cleaned or replaced. Other possible causes can be
found in “§ 9.7.1 The engine will not start after a period of inactivity.”
• Make sure the cutter head is raised for transport. You set speed via the large
joystick in the centre of the dashboard. If the joystick is moved forward, the
Snowbob will move faster. The Snowbob will go backwards if you pull the
joystick towards you.
• The direction in which you wish to move is set using the large joystick in the
centre of the dashboard. If you wish to go left, move the joystick towards the
left. If you wish to go right, move the joystick towards the right.
9.5
Turning the engine off
• You are advised to put the central joystick in a central position (0 position) before
switching off the engine; in other words, do not leave it in the cruise-control position. You
thus prevent the machine from starting to move as a result of using the dead man’s handle
when starting the machine.
• Release all levers.
• Set the thrust lever to slow speed.
• Turn the starter key to the OFF position, remove the key from the lock and close the igni
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tion using the cap.
• Keep the key in a safe place but outside the reach of children and any unauthorised per
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sons.
For your information:
The machine is hard to move when the engine is switched off. It is therefore
advisable to first move the machine to the desired location before switching the
engine off.