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OPERATING FEATURES AND OPERATION
Also refer to Operating features and components on previous page.
Brush head / wire brush attachments
The wire brush attachments are secured in the brush head. Once installed in the brush head, the wire brush attachments
cover an operating width of approximately 39 cm, which gradually reduces as the brushes wear away.
Dead man’s handle
•
Push the machine handle towards the steering column to activate the brush.
•
Release the handle to deactivate the brush.
IMPORTANT:
Always check the operation of the dead man’s handle before using the machine. If, before making contact
with the steering column, the dead man’s handle can move freely without resistance, readjust or repair the machine before
using it again. Refer to Maintenance and Adjustment.
Throttle
Fast Slow Stop
The throttle controls the engine speed. It is adjustable between fast and slow.
Choke handle
The choke handle is used to start the engine.
Rotor lock
The rotation feature is designed to make it possible to brush close to fences and walls whilst walking along them.
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Point the rotor on the machine to the left if you are brushing with the left hand side of the brush.
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Point the rotor on the machine to the right if you are brushing with the right hand side of the brush. Refer to
Maintenance and Adjustment on how to adjust the machine.
REFILLING THE FUEL TANK
To refill the fuel tank proceed as follows:
1.
Take the machine outside or to a well ventilated area
.
2.
Switch off the engine and allow it to cool down.
3.
Clean the fuel cap and the area around it to prevent dust, soil and/or dirt from entering the fuel tank.
4.
Remove the fuel cap.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT use gasohol or petrol containing alcohol as the alcohol will attack
the internal components. Refer to the engine manual for the correct type and quality of fuel.
5.
Fill the fuel tank (Refer to Specifications for details on the tank content.)
6.
Replace and lock the fuel cap.
7.
ALWAYS remove any fuel spills.
8.
WARNING:
EXPLOSIVE VAPOURS
and
FLAMMABLE FUEL
can cause serious or fatal
injuries. Be vigilant with fuel. ALWAYS use an approved fuel container. Do not
smoke!
Do not ignite anything! No open fire! Allow the engine to cool down before carrying out
maintenance on it.
Never refill the tank whilst the engine is running or it has become hot.
DO NOT overfill the tank.
Fill the tank to approximately
½
cm below the fill opening to allow for fuel expansion.
Wipe away spilt fuel and allow vapours to disperse before starting the engine.
Use an approved fuel container.
