Starting And Moving - Sabre RG1128 Operator's Manual

ENG 20

5.2 STARTING AND MOVING

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TARTING
DANGER!
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well ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE
TOXIC!
Before starting the engine:
– open the fuel stop-cock (1), which is reached throu-
gh the hatchway beneath the seat;
– put the gear lever (
or the speed change lever pedal (
drive models) into neutral («N»);
– on slopes, engage the parking brake;
– put the blade engagement lever into the disengage
position («A»).
Afterwards:
– put the accelerator lever to «CHOKE», as shown on the label, if the engine is
cold. If the engine is already warm, put the lever between «SLOW» and
«FAST»;
– put in the key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact, then turn to
«START» to start the engine. Release once the engine has started.
When the engine is running, put the accelerator into the «SLOW» position.
NOTE
the starter motor for a long time as this can run down the battery or flood the
engine. Turn the key to the «OFF» position, wait for a few seconds and then
repeat the operation. If the malfunction continues, refer to chapter «7» of this
manual and to the engine booklet.
IMPORTANT
ne starting when:
– the blade is engaged;
All starting operations have to be effected in an open or
➤
for mechanical drive models)
Should you have difficulties in starting do not continue to use
Always bear in mind that the safety devices prevent the engi-
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for hydrostatic
HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
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