Textron SODCUTTER 544847B Manual Tecnico página 9

5.1 OPERATION AND CONTROLS
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WARNING
NEVER disable the operator presence control
by altering or modifying it in any way.
NEVER start or run the engine inside where
exhaust fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide
present in the exhaust is an odorless and
deadly gas. Provide adequate ventilation.
To prevent possible injury, DO NOT operate
equipment without all shields in place. NEVER
make adjustments or perform maintenance on
the Sodcutter while engine is running.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly
explosive under certain conditions. ALWAYS
stop engine and DO NOT smoke or allow open
flames or sparks when refueling.
Any warning decal that becomes illegible
MUST be replaced immediately.
DO NOT place hands or feet beneath unit at any
time.
DO NOT turn sodcutter around without raising
metering wheel (cut-off continues to operate
with metering wheel on the ground).
If malfunction occurs,
immediately. DO NOT operate equipment until
condition has been corrected.
5.2 PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Visually inspect all moving parts and fasteners, if broken
or loose, tighten and/or replace as necessary.
5.3 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Check engine crankcase oil level and fill if necessary.
Follow the recommendations of the engine manufacturer
for the correct type and amount of oil. Fill the fuel tank.
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cease operation
OPERATION & CONTROLS 5
Check gear case for proper level of gear lube. Refer to
Lubrication section.
5.4
1. Place all controls in "Neutral" position.
2. Place throttle lever at half speed.
3. Place on/off toggle switch to "ON" position.
4. Pull recoil starter and choke as required. If the engine
is cold the choke should be in "ON position. If the
engine is warm, the choke should be in the "OFF"
position. After starting a cold engine, allow engine to
warm up before operating equipment.
FIGURE 7
1. Recoil Starter
5.5
1. To move unit without running engine, the drive shifter
handle should be located in "N" (neutral position).
See Figure 10.
2. To move unit without running the blade, place the
blade shifter handle in the "Disengaged" position
and make sure cutting blade is in the raised position.
See Figures 8A and 8B.
3. Place drive shifter handle in either "H" (high) or "L"
(low) speed range position and adjust throttle
accordingly. See Figure 9. Position unit at the begin-
ning of area to be cut.
STARTING ENGINE
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MOVING UNIT
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