Brush Cutter 4500 Hydro
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Operation
Never leave the operator’s position whi-
le the brush cutter is at work.
The carrying of additional persons is not
allowed.
If clogging occurs in the cutting section,
shut off the engine, withdraw the spark
plug connector and clean the cutting
section with an appropriate tool.
In case of damage to the brush cutter,
immediately shut off the engine and
have it repaired.
Should the machine start to vibrate in
an unusually strong manner, an imme-
diate inspection is necessary.
If steering causes problems, immedia-
tely bring the brush cutter to a halt and
shut it off. Have the malfunction elimi-
nated without delay.
Driving speed must always be adjusted
to suit the surrounding conditions. When
driving uphill or downhill and driving
across a slope avoid sudden turns.
When driving in curves switch off the
differential lock.
If possible, always work across the slo-
pe.
Pay careful attention to hills, dips and
other unforeseen dangers.
Stop the cutting tools before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
Never operate machines with damaged
or unfitted safety protection gear.
End of Operation
Never leave the brush cutter unatten-
ded with the engine running.
Before you leave the brush cutter, shut
off the engine, close the fuel cock, en-
gage the parking brakes and secure
against rolling away.
Before you leave the ride-on brush cut-
ter fully lower the cutting tools.
Secure brush cutter against unauthori-
zed use, remove the ignition key.
Mowing Equipment
In cases of improper operation the sharp
blades of the cutter blades pose a consi-
derable danger of injury. Wear protecti-
ve gloves when working on the cutter
blades.
When changing the cutter blades ensu-
re that the screwing movement leads
away from the blade edges.
Protective glasses and protective gloves
must be worn when sharpening the cut-
ter blades.
Maintenance
Never carry out any maintenance or cle-
aning with the engine running.
After switching off the drive, the brush
cutter may continue to coast due to its
centrifugal mass. Do not go too near to
the brush cutter during this time. Only
when it has come to a complete stand-
still can it be worked upon.
Before you work on the engine, always
remove spark plug connector.
1. Safety Instructions
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