Garland GRASS 500 E, Instruction Manual

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6.3. START UP
6.3.1. CHECKING POINTS PRIOR TO USING THE
MACHINE
Do not use the machine if it is damaged or not well
regulated.
Use this machine to do jobs for which it has been
designed. Any other use could be dangerous to the
end user, for the machine and to other people, animals
and things that are nearby.
The electric current must conform to those stipulated
in the characteristics label on the machine.
Check all the machine and make sure that there are
no loose parts (screws, nuts, knobs etc) and any
damages to the machine.
Tighten, repair or replace all necessary equipment
prior to using the machine.
6.3.2.CHECKING THE ELECTRIC CONNECTION
Ensure that the cable and the plug are in a perfect
state and that they comply with the machines
prerequisites.
Place the cable elongator in such a way that it does
not get tangled with branches and other cutting edges
and also ensure it is not dangling across the working
area. The cable elongator must always be behind the
machine and the end user.
6.3.3. START UP
Before start up, ensure that all moving parts are not in
contact with any object.
Start up the machine carefully as per the instruction
manual and with your feet well clear of the blades.
Do not tilt the machine when starting the engine
unless it is necessary. In this case, do not tilt the
machine more than it is absolutely necessary and only
tilt the part furthest away from the end user.
Do not start the machine with your body in front of the
expelling area.
6.3.4. START UP AND STOPPAGE
Start up of the machine:
Press the security button (A) and without letting go of
it, pull upwards the bottom switch handle (B). Once it
has started, let go of the security button (A).
Stopping the machine:
Let go of the bottom switch handle (B).
After stopping the machine, the blade will not stop
inmediately. Wait until it has stopped before carrying
out any maintenance work on the machine or before
transporting the machine.
6.3.5. CHECKING POINTS AFTER START UP
It is important to ensure that there are no loose parts
and to check the temperature of the machine. If you
detect anything strange, stop inmediately and check
carefully. In case of any anomaly or problem take
the machine to your nearest service agent for repair.
Never carry on working if the machine does not seem
to work properly.
Do not use the machine if broken or not well
maintained.
A
B