PREPARING TO WORK / HOW TO START - STOP THE MOTOR
• Cutting line head (Fig. 6)
NOTE
left-hand thread and so must be unscrewed in a
clockwise direction and screwed up anticlockwise.
– Insert the wrench supplied (2) into the specific
hole in the angle transmission (3) and rotate the
cutting line head (1) by hand until the wrench en-
ters the inner hole, blocking rotation.
– Remove the cutting line head (1) unscrewing it in
a clockwise direction.
5. PREPARING TO WORK
1. CHECKING THE MACHINE
WARNING!
not plugged into the mains socket.
Before starting work please:
– check that the mains frequency and voltage is
the same as the rating data on the "Identification
Plate" (see chap. 1 - 12.8).
– check that the trigger switch and the safety but-
ton should move freely without forcing and return
automatically and rapidly back to their neutral po-
sition;
– Check that the trigger switch must remain locked
until the safety button is pressed;
– check that the cooling air vents are not ob-
structed;
– check that the power cable and extension lead
are not damaged;
– check that handgrips and protection devices are
clean and dry, correctly mounted and well fas-
tened to the machine;
– check that the cutting devices and guards are not
damaged;
– check that the machine is not showing signs of
wear or damage due to knocks or other causes,
and carry out the necessary repairs.
The cutting line head has a
Make sure the machine is
When mounting,
– Ensure that the grooves in the inner ring-nut (4)
match up perfectly with the angle tranmission (3).
– Fit the cutting line head (1) screwing it up in an
anticlockwise direction.
– Remove the wrench (2) to restore shaft rotation.
2. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
DANGER!
are not compatible.
– Always handle and connect electric cables
in dry conditions.
– Keep electric sockets or cables away from
wet and damp areas (e.g. puddles or wet
ground).
The quality of the extension leads must be no less
than H07RN-F or H07VV-F, with a minimum sec-
tion of 1.5 mm and a recommended maximum
length of 30 m.
To avoid overheating, do not keep the extension
lead rolled up during use.
DANGER!
tion of any electrical equipment to the mains of
a building must be installed by a qualified
electrician in conformity with the regulations in
force. Incorrect wiring can cause serious in-
jury and even death.
EN
Electricity and moisture
The permanent connec-
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