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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.
Ensure that you have read and understood this manual.
Check engine oil level. Top up if necessary.
Check fuel level and ensure fuel is free of contaminents. Do not use fuel from metal
containers unless adequatly filtered.
Check hydraulic oil level.
Visually check around the machine for fuel, oil, & hydraulic oil leaks.
Ensure the engine cover, cutter guard rubbers and rear access cover are in place and
tightened securely.
Inspect the cutter wheel to ensure no foreign objects or dangerous matter are trapped in the
cutters and that the cutter retention bolts are tight and that the cutters are in generally good
condition.
Refer to Multi-Tip notes and ensure bolts are tightened to 55Nm
Ensure that the cutter wheel bolts are fitted and tight.
Ensure that cutter wheel is not touching or is obstructed by anything and that there are no
operators, personnel, members of the public or animals in close proximity to the machine.
Ensure cutter wheel engage switch is in the ‘Off” position and that the safety cover is in
place.
Observe the condition of the terrain / surface under the machine and on which you (the
operator) are standing and make sure that you are confident that you are going to be able to
maintain full control of the machine on this terrain / surface.
STARTING THE ENGINE.
Ensure red emergency stop button is out. Ensure cutter wheel switch is off. Turn ignition key
one position clockwise.
In the case of radio control machines, depress the sync button until an audible click is heard.
Then turn key further to engage starter motor. Once the engine starts, let go of the key to
allow it to spring back into its normal running position. See Engine Manual for further
information.
