ST 515 E, Operator'S Manual

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4.5 DEFLECTOR ASSEMBLY
1. Insert the deflector on the discharge
duct in the upright position (fig. 6.A).
2. Fit the tabs on both sides in the
rotation eyelets (fig. 6.B).
3. Push until the pins fit into the
specific holes with a click.
4.6 CABLE GLAND ASSEMBLY
Insert the cable in the cable gland
(fig. 4.I) and fit it on the intermediate handle.
5. CONTROLS
5.1 STARTER LEVER
Used to start and stop the motor.
• Start: Press the lock button (fig. 9.C)
and pull the starter lever (fig. 9.B).
• Stop: release the starter lever (fig. 9.B).
5.2 STARTER LEVER LOCK
It prevents accidental activation of the starter
lever. Press the button (fig. 9.C) to release the
starter lever.
5.3 DISCHARGE CHUTE
ADJUSTMENT HANDLE
This controls rotation of the discharge chute
so that snow discharge can be aimed in the
required direction. Turn the handle (fig. 10.E)
clockwise/anti-clockwise to adjust the chute.
5.4
DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT
Hold the handle (fig. 11.A) and press it to release
the deflector lock (fig. 11.B) to enable deflector
regulation (fig. 11.C). Move the handle forward/
back to lower/lift the deflector, pulling the handle.
Once the deflector is brought to the
desired position, releasing your grip
blocks the deflector (click).
6. USING THE MACHINE
IMPORTANT The safety regulations to
follow during machine use are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these instructions
to avoid serious risks or hazards.
6.1 PREPARATION
Using an extension, connect the snow thrower to
a power socket.
Insert the extension cable in the specific support
(fig. 7) to avoid unwanted disconnections
and connect it to the power socket (fig. 8).
Check the auger has not already taken in snow in
the start position.
NOTE Before starting to clear the snow,
silicone spray should be applied to the auger
to avoid ice formation on the rotating units.
6.2 SAFETY CHECKS
After start-up and before using the machine,
it is essential to run the following safety
tests. Check the results of the safety
checks correspond to those in the table.
Always carry out the safety
checks before use.
6.2.1
General safety and auger
functionality check
Object
Result
Electrical cables. All insulation intact.
No mechanical damage.
Press the release
button (fig. 9.C).
Press the starter lever. The motor starts and the
auger starts to rotate.
Test driving No abnormal vibrations.
No abnormal sound.
Release the starter lever. The motor and auger
stop immediately.
If any of the results fails to match
the indications provided in the following
table, do not use the machine! Take
it to a service centre to be checked
and repaired if necessary.
6.3
START-UP / OPERATION
The auger starts to rotate when the snow
thrower starts. Keep people a safe distance
away and check the auger is not touching
stones or objects that could be launched.
6.3.1 Departure
1. Tilt the snow thrower slightly back and
lift the auger slightly off the ground.