Using The Machine - Efco 63 Operator's Manual

WARNING!
Do not use the machine if you are
unsure whether it is working safely or efficiently. If in
doubt, contact your Dealer immediately to make the
necessary checks and repairs.

5.4 USING THE MACHINE

5.4.1 Starting the engine
DANGER!
All starting operations have to be
effected in an open or well-ventilated area! ALWAYS
REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC!
To start the engine:
1. sit on the seat and press the
brake pedal right down
( 4.3);
2. put the transmission into neu-
tral («N») ( 4.4a or 4.4b);
3. disengage the blade (
4. for cold starting, put the
accelerator lever in the «CHOKE» position (if fitted) as
shown on the label (
engine is still hot or without a choke, position the lever
between «SLOW» and «FAST»;
Electric start
5. put in the key ( 4.11) and turn to «ON» to make elec-
trical contact, then turn to «START» to start the engine;
6. release the key once the engine has started;
4.6);
4.12 - 4.22). Alternatively, if the
Manual start
5. take the starter cable handle (
6. once the engine has started, put the handle back in its
seat.
7. After the machine has run for a few seconds, put the accel-
erator lever on «START» and then on «SLOW».
IMPORTANT
The choke (if fitted) must be closed as
soon as possible. Using it when the engine is already warm
can foul the spark plugs and cause the engine to run erra-
tically.
NOTE
If you have difficulty starting, do not
make several attempts to avoid flooding the engine or run-
ning down the battery (if present).
– Check that the conditions allowing the engine to start are
met
– Turn the key (electric start) or the accelerator (manual
start) to «OFF». Wait for a few seconds and repeat the
start operation. Should the malfunction persist, refer to
chapter «8» of this manual and the engine manual.
5.4.2 Starting and moving without mowing
WARNING!
This machine has not been approved
for use on public roads. It has to be used (as indicated
by the highway code) in private areas closed to traffic.
4.21) and firmly tug it.
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