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6.1.1 Using harnesses
The harness must be put on before
connecting the machine to the special
coupling and the belts must be adjusted
to suit the operator’s height and build.
Always use a harness that is suited
to the weight of the machine:
- for machines weighing less than 7.5 kg,
single or double belt models can be used;
- the double belt model must be used for
machines weighing more than 7.5 kg.
•
Models with single belt
The belt (fig. 11.A) must go from the
left shoulder to the right hip.
•
Models with double belt
The belt (fig. 11.B) must be worn with:
– the machine’s support and snap-hook
coupling on the right side (fig. 11.B.1);
– the quick release in front (fig. 11.B.2);
– the belts cross-over on the
operator’s back (fig. 11.B.3);
– the buckle properly fastened on
the left side (fig. 11.B.4).
The belts must be tensioned so that the load
is evenly distributed on the shoulders.
6.2 SAFETY CHECKS
Run the following safety checks and
check that the results correspond to
those outlined on the tables.
Always carry out the
safety checks before use.
6.2.1
General check
Object
Result
Handles (fig. 1.E; 1.F 1.H) Clean, dry and fixed
firmly to the machine.
Cutting means
guard. (fig. 1.D)
Suitable for the cutting
means used, fixed
correctly and firmly to
the machine, not worn/
deteriorated or damaged.
Connection point of
the harness (fig. 1.I)
Correctly positioned.
Quick release (fig.
11.A.2; 11.B.2)
Efficient. Must enable
the machine to be
freed rapidly in the
event of danger.
Screws on the machine
and on the cutting means
Correctly tightened
(not loose)
Cutting means (figs.
1.C.1; 1.C.2)
Not damaged or worn.
Metal blade (if
fitted) (fig. 1.C.2)
Sharp
Air filter (fig. 21.A)
Clean
Electric cables and
spark plug cable
Undamaged to
prevent sparks.
Spark plug cap (fig.
12.H; fig. 13.H)
Undamaged and fitted
correctly on the spark plug
6.2.2 Machine operating test
Action
Result
Start the machine
(par. 6.3)
The cutting means
(fig. 1.C.1, 1.C.2) must
not move when the
engine is running idle.
Push the throttle control
lever
(fig. 12.B; fig. 13.B)
and the throttle safety
lever at the same time
(fig 12.C; fig. 13.C)
.
The levers must move
freely and not be forced.
Release the throttle
control lever
(fig. 12.B;
fig. 13.B) and the throttle
safety lever at the same
time (figs 12.C; fig. 13.C)
.
The levers must return
automatically and rapidly
to the neutral position
and the engine must
return to running idle.
Press the throttle control
lever (fig. 12.B; fig. 13.B)
the throttle control
lever remains locked
(fig. 12.B, fig. 13.B)
.
Press the engine
start/stop switch (fig.
12.A; fig. 13.A)
The switch must
easily move from one
position to the other;
If any of the results fails to comply
with the following tables, do not use the
machine! Take it to a service centre to
be checked and repaired if necessary.
6.3 STARTUP
Before starting the engine:
1.
Place the machine firmly on the ground.
2.
Remove the guard of the cutting
means (fig. 1.L)(if used).
3.
Make sure the blade (1.C.2)(if used) does
not touch the ground or other objects.
6.3.1
Startup from cold
A “cold” start of the engine means
starting it after at least 5 minutes from when
it was switched off or after refuelling.
IMPORTANT
To prevent distortions, the
drive tube must not be used as a support
for the hand or knee during startup.
