EMERGENCY STOP
Release the dead man’s handle to execute an emergency stop. Once all moving parts have come to a standstill move the
throttle to stop.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE
Before starting
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to the engine manual.
2. Check the fuel level.
Starting the engine
1. Turn the throttle to Fast.
2. Use the choke handle to slowly pull out the cable until you feel resistance. This is the compression stroke. Allow the
cable to rewind. Now quickly pull out the cable all the way to start the engine and then allow the cable to slowly rewind.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT allow the choke handle to smash against the steering column.
3. Repeat the above steps until the engine starts. (Refer to Troubleshooting if the engine doesn’t start.)
Switching off the engine
1. Release the dead man’s handle to stop the brush head rotating. Wait until the rotating components have come to a
complete standstill before leaving your position.
2. Turn the throttle to Stop.
3. If you are leaving the machine unsupervised, disconnect the spark plug lead to prevent accidental
starting.
OPERATING THE WEED CLEARING MACHINE
1.
Start the engine.
2. Turn the throttle to Slow.
3.
Pull the handle to the steering column to engage the brush head.
4. Once the brush head has been engaged, slowly walk forward to start brushing.
MOVING TO A DIFFERENT WORK AREA
When crossing a road or clear terrain release the handle to stop the brush head rotating. Gently push the steering column
down to lift the brush head off the ground. This will prevent undue wear and tear on the brush head.
BRUSHING TIPS
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The weed clearing machine works best when the speed is kept to a minimum.
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Walk more slowly if the weeds are denser.
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Don’t push the brushing unit quickly into dense vegetation.
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Do not brush extremely steep inclines. Do not brush on inclines if the ground is wet or slippery. Do not work on a
slope if you don’t feel comfortable doing so.
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Ensure that the brush is free from dirt and grass.
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Install new wire brush attachments if they have worn away to less than 5 cm.
Refer to Maintenance and Adjustment.
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
ALWAYS switch off the engine when transporting the machine on a truck or trailer. Secure the machine well but do not
attach to connections, screens, cables or other parts that might be damaged as a result.
NOTE: Remove grass and other dirt from the rubber dirt screen and exhaust damper before
using the machine.
WARNING: PREVENT INJURY. Read the chapter on Safety in detail and make sure you are
familier with it before proceeding.
