Garland GAS 500 MG Manual De Instrucciones página 31

To install the machine on your back, pass the
operator's arms between the machine straps so the
machine is placed on the back of the operator and the
blow tube is on the right side so that the operator can
use the throttle with his/her right hand.
While working always firmly hold the machine with
one hand on the handle.
7.2. WORKING WITH THE BLOWER
Always follow the safety rules given in this manual.
Start the blower on the floor; put it on your back, set
the throttle to desired speeds and direct the air flow
to the leaves or materials to be pushed. Using the air
flow, stack all the elements to a place of collection,
preferably in a corner formed by two walls.
Once the elements are grouped, switch the machine
off.
8. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
It is necessary to stop the engine when cleaning,
transporting, or changing the configuration of the
machine.
Before performing any maintenance or repair on the
machine make sure that the engine has stopped and
remove the spark plug pipe.
WARNING! Do not modify the machine. Improper use
of these elements can cause SERIOUS PERSONAL
DAMAGE OR DEATH.
Keep the machine clean, especially the area around
the fuel tank and areas close to the air filter.
Do not ever attempt to perform adjustments on the
machine if it is running. Perform all maintenance of
the machine with the machine on a clean and flat
surface.
Use only suitable spare parts for this machine in order
to obtain a proper performance of the machine. This
spare parts can be found in the official distributors of
the machine. The use of other spare parts can cause
risks, damage to the user and passers by.
Do not adjust the carburetor. If necessary, take your
machine in for service.
Carburetor adjustment is complicated, and only
the technical maintenance service must do this.
Incorrectly setting the carburetor may cause damage
to the engine and will be cause for cancellation of the
warranty.
Removing the security devices, improper maintenance,
or replacements with non-original spare parts can
cause injury.
8.1. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Perform regular inspections of the machine in order
to ensure effective operation of the machine. For a
complete maintenance service, we recommend you to
take the machine to your service technician.
Always use adequate spare parts in order to obtain a
proper performance of the product and avoid damage
and risks to machine and user.
Spare parts should be purchased at the official service
dealer. The use of non-official spare parts may cause
risk of accident, injury to the user and breakage of the
machine.
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