Laski Predator, Operating Instructions Manual

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Predátor P 56RX
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- The person operating this machine must always wear corresponding PPE, such
as
- forestry safety helmet fitted with a visor, full ear protection, steel toe protection
boots, heavy duty gloves, close fitting heavy-duty fully protecting clothing.
- Before starting the battery should be fully charged.
- Remove the battery and let have it recharged by an authorised person.
- While handling, take care of work safety regulations since the battery contains
caustic agent (battery acid). Do not tilt resp. overturn the battery. Do not
remove its plugs unreasonably.
- Recharge the battery always after a longer operational break exceeding 50
days.
- Be aware that any start failed and restarting brings loss of battery
voltage. Such a drop of potential might be insufficient for the next start.
Starting the engine
This cutter is equipped with an electric starter installed in the machine
switchbox (fig. 14). Ensure that the red emergency stop button is out.
Turn ignition key one position clockwise. Wait till the LEDs stop
flashing. This is the preheat mode and will vary depending on ambient temperatures.
Then turn further to engage starter motor. Once the engine starts, allow the key to
spring back into its normal running position, see Engine Manual for further
information.
Before starting it is necessary to re-connect the battery that should be
properly charged.
A discharged battery prevents starting and the engine cannot roar to life.
The rear hinged cover must be properly closed and locked by means of a
safety screw.
The battery contacts must be connected so that the red connector comes to the plus
contact (+) and the blue connector comes to the minus contact (-).
Before starting the ignition key is in the position “0”.
Starting:
- Ensure that the red emergency stop buttons on the remote control box and on
the machine are in the stand-by mode.
- Set the battery disconnector in the position „ON“
- Turn the remote control box on.
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Turn the ignition key from the position “0” in the position “1”.