Viking HB 445 R, Instruction Manual, Page: 37 / 472

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11 .6 Starting the engine
Models HB 445 and HB 445 R are
equipped with a primer for cold
starting.
Models HB 560, HB 585 and HB 685
feature an automatic choke (Smart
Choke).
● Set the throttle lever to the start
position. (
Ö 8.1)
● Only HB 445, HB 445 R:
if the engine is cold, press primer (1)
three times.
● Grasp the handle of the recoil starter
rope (2) firmly with one hand and hold.
● Slowly pull out the recoil starter rope (2)
to the point of compression resistance.
Then pull forcefully with one swift tug to
arm's length. Slowly return the recoil
starter rope (2) so that it is rolled up
again.
Repeat the procedure until the engine
starts.
11 .7 Stopping the engine
● In order to stop the engine, move the
throttle lever to the Stop position.
(
Ö 8.1)
The engine comes to a stop after a
short run-down time.
11 .8 Engaging and disengaging self-
propulsion (forwards)
Engaging self-propulsion (forwards):
● Move the tiller to the area to be tilled
with the engine stopped. (
Ö 13.)
● Start the engine. ( Ö 11.6)
● Hold the tiller firmly at the handles with
both hands.
● Actuate and hold the black self-
propulsion lever (forwards). ( Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools begins to rotate and the tiller
moves forwards.
Disengaging self-propulsion
(forwards):
● Release self-propulsion lever
(forwards). (
Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools stops.
11 .9 Engaging and disengaging self-
propulsion (reverse) (HB 445 R,
HB 560, HB 585, HB 685)
The HB 445 R, HB 560, HB 585 and
HB 685 tillers are equipped with a reverse
gear.
During tilling, the reverse gear serves
exclusively to free the tiller more easily
when it has become stuck. Reverse gear is
not intended for tilling purposes.
Engaging self-propulsion (reverse):
● Move the tiller to the area to be tilled
with the engine stopped. (
Ö 13.)
● Start the engine. ( Ö 11.6)
● Hold the tiller firmly at the handles with
both hands.
● Actuate and hold the red self-
propulsion lever (reverse). ( Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools begins to rotate and the tiller
moves backwards.
Disengaging self-propulsion (reverse):
● Release self-propulsion lever (reverse).
(
Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools stops.
11 . 1 0 Tilling
During tilling, rotating hoes are used to
loosen the soil and prepare it for the
sowing, cultivation or care of plants.
● Move the tiller to the area to be tilled
with the engine stopped. (
Ö 13.1)
● Fold in the transport chassis. ( Ö 11.4)
● Start the engine. (
Ö
11.6)
● Hold the tiller firmly at the handles with
both hands and maintain a secure
footing – note working area for
operator. (
Ö 10.1)
If the engine is warm, do not
actuate the primer.
Operating in very cold weather:
If necessary, actuate the primer
following a work break, as the
engine can cool down quickly.
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Risk of injury!
Ensure sufficient space between
the operator's body and the
handlebar before engaging self-
propulsion (reverse).
Risk of injury!
Only work in a forward direction.
Beware of obstacles (e.g. stone
slabs of paths), which must not be
run over.