Garland GAS 500 MG, Instruction Manual

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If the machine is hot put the switch in the (ON)
position, making sure that the choke lever is in the
normal working position (open position) and pull
the starter rope until the engine starts. If after a few
attempts the machine does not start, follow the steps
for starting with a cold engine.
6.4.4. STOPPING THE ENGINE
Stop accelerating and allow the engine to remain idle
for half a minute.
Stop the engine by turning the switch to the stop
position (STOP).
6.5. CHECKPOINTS AFTER STARTING THE MACHINE
It is important to pay attention to the possible
individual parts or and the temperature of the
machine. If you detect any anomaly in the machine
immediately stop and check it carefully. In case of any
malfunction or problem take the machine to a service
technician to be repaired. Under no circumstances
must you continue to use the machine if the operation
does not seem appropriate.
Do not use the machine if it is damaged or
improperly adjusted.
7. USING THE MACHINE
Use this machine only for the designated
purposes. Using this blower for any other use is
dangerous and can cause bodily harm and/or damage
to the machine.
Use this machine for blowing leaves or light materials
(paper, plastic...) of the ground and for grouping them
in a designated area. Do not use this machine for
other unintended purposes. For example: do not use
this machine to blow air at people or animals, to dry
objects or to stoke the fire. Do not use this machine to
move stones or sharp objects. The use of this machine
for other than the designed operations may result in
dangerous situations.
Do not only rely on and trust the security features of
this machine.
Do not use this machine if you are tired, ill, have taken
medicines, narcotic drugs or alcohol. The lack of rest
and fatigue can cause accidents or damage.
Limit the continued use of this machine to a 10
minute time limit and between 10 and 20 minutes of
rest between each session.
Never leave this machine unattended.
Do not let anyone enter the work perimeter. This work
perimeter must be 15 meters and is considered a
danger zone.
7.1. HOLDING AND GUIDING THE MACHINE
This machine is designed to be fastened on the back
of the operator as if it were a backpack.
To install the machine on your back, pass the
operator’s arms between the machine straps so the
machine is placed on the back of the operator and the
blow tube is on the right side so that the operator can
use the throttle with his/her right hand.
While working always firmly hold the machine with
one hand on the handle.