Oleo-Mac efco ARTIK 52, Operators Instruction Book

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Inspecting the machine
Check all controls, safety devices, nuts and
screws on the machine to make sure that they
are firmly secured, in good condition and that
no parts are missing.
5.2 Using the Machine
WARNING: If you encounter a situation
where you are uncertain how to proceed
you should ask an expert. Contact your
local dealer or service workshop. Avoid
all usage which you consider to be
beyond your capability.
- Keep the handgrips and levers dry, clean,
and free of oil or fuel.
- Follow the instructions carefully when
starting the engine. Keep your feet well away
from the implements.
- Always walk. Never run with the machine.
- Always make sure you have adequate room
for manoeuvre, especially when working
close to walls, fences, hedges, vegetable
rows, garden features, greenhouses, etc. Do
not attempt reverse manoeuvres unless you
are sure you have adequate space.
- Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
temperatures before starting to clear snow.
WARNING - Take great care when
changing direction, especially when
working on slopes.
- Do not modify the calibration of the engine
speed governor.
- Keep hands and feet well clear of rotating or
moving parts.
- Never lift the machine when the engine is
running.
- Slow down the engine before switching it
off.
WARNING - Do not leave the machine
unattended when the engine is running.
Stop the engine whenever you move
away from the machine. It should also be
stopped before refuelling, before any
maintenance work is carried out or
before cleaning the machine.
- Stop the machine if the work implement
strikes a foreign body. Examine the machine
and repair any damaged parts.
- Be particularly cautious and alert while
wearing hearing protection because such
equipment may restrict your ability to hear
sounds indicating danger (calls, signals,
warnings, etc.).
- For best results always work with the engine
at full throttle and the machine moving at
low speed. The working result will never be
optimal if the ground speed is too fast.
WARNING: Never lean over the cutting
attachment guard. Stones, rubbish, etc.
can be thrown up into the eyes causing
blindness or serious injury. Do not have
the machine checked by anyone else
while you are driving it with the engine
running. Stop the machine immediately
if anyone approaches.
WARNING: Sometimes branches or grass
get caught between the guard and
cutting attachment. Always stop the
engine before cleaning.
WARNING: Do not attempt to remove the
cut material while the engine is running
or the cutting equipment is rotating, as
this can result in serious injury.
Starting
WARNING: The engine must be started in
an open or well-ventilated area. ALWAYS
REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE
TOXIC.
Before starting the engine:
1. Check the oil and gasoline levels.
2. Set the on/off switch to I, the starting
position (A, Fig.19).
3. Open the gasoline tap (ON) (B, Fig.20).
4. Set the choke (C, Fig.21) to CLOSE position.
5. Move the throttle (D, Fig.22) to the FAST
position .
Then perform the following operations:
CAUTION - To start up manually the