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Operation of the self-propelled implement
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For the reverse drive, the left driving lever (Fig.7.1, item 1L) is pressed down by the left thumb.
The more the drive lever is pressed down, the faster the machine moves.
In order to reduce the speed or to stop the machine, push down the lever swung upwards (Fig.7.1,
item 1R) with your right thumb.
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In order to select the direction of travel and the appropriate driving speed, the hands need not be
removed from the handles!
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The force that needs to be applied with the thumb to operate the control lever can be adjusted to
the conditions of use. For light maintenance work, the brake resistor for the self-holding of the
driving lever may be smaller than, for example, when mowing on a slope. If the frictional resistance
is too small, then the driving lever retracts itself in the direction of the neutral position.
The lever to set the correct braking resistor is located in the center and below the control panel
(see Fig.7.1, item 5).
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Use the throttle lever (Fig.7.1, item 4) to regulate the engine speed and thus also the driving
speed. Always try to drive with the lowest speed required, this protects material and the
environment.
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The attachment machine is switched to "on" or "off" with the lever (Fig.7.1;
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Switching on the implement is only permitted on a free or already worked area!
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It is not permitted to switch on the implement outside the working area!
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Never operate the attachment when children or animals are in the work area.
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If, when turning on the attachment, you notice that the tool is not turning up and you hear a noise
from slipping V-belts, the attachment must be switched off immediately.
If the tool is engaged, the initial torque is too high. If possible, switch on the machine without load.
If necessary, check the tension of the tension spring on the Bowden cable.
7.3 Parking the internal combustion engine
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Before switching off the combustion engine, make sure that the control lever (Fig.7.1, item 1) is in the
horizontal position and the PTO lever (Fig.7.1, item 2) is in the "off" position,
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Move the throttle lever (Fig.7.1, item 6) to neutral and allow the engine to idle for approximately one-
half minute.
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Set the engine off switch located on the internal combustion engine to "0".
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Close the fuel tap.
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Secure the towing vehicle against unauthorized use and, if necessary, remove the ignition key.
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By using wheel chocks or if necessary by operating the parking brake, secure the device against
rolling away when leaving the vehicle.
Tip
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In case of prolonged downtime, do not stop the engine with the "Engine off switch", but close the
fuel cock and let the engine run until it comes to a standstill by itself. Thus, the carburetor is empty,
and no gumming can occur. This procedure must not be carried out in confined spaces, otherwise
there is danger of suffocation. Basically, pay attention to adequate ventilation!
