Starting And Stopping; Check Before Starting - Gardeo GTHT2575LC Original Instructions Manual

STARTING AND STOPPING

If the cutting mechanism strikes an object or if the
trimmer starts making an unusual noise or vibrating
abnormally, turn off the power source and stop the
hedge trimmer. Disconnect the spark plug cable
(unplug the power group of food) and do the
following:
- conduct an inspection for possible damage;
- out whether something came loose and tighten;
- repair damaged parts or replace parts with
specifications Equivalent

Check before starting

START-UP
Ensure that the hedge trimmer is correctly
positioned in a defined working position before
starting the engine.
Always pay attention to the environment and remain
alert to possible hazards that may be imperceptible
due to the noise emitted by the hedge trimmer.
• Inspect the working area. Remove any objects
that could be thrown out.
• Check the cutting attachment. Never use blades
that are dull, cracked or damaged.
• Check that the machine is in perfect working
order. Check that all nuts and screws are tight.
• Make sure the gear housing is lubricated
correctly.
• Check that the cutting attachment always stops
when the engine is idling.
• Only use the machine for the purpose it was
intended for.
• Make sure that the handle and safety features
are in good working order. Never use a machine
that lacks a part or has been modified outside its
specifications.
• All covers must be correctly fitted and
undamaged before you start the machine.
Starting and stopping
WARNING! The complete gear
housing must be fitted before the
machine is started, otherwise the
clutch may loosen and cause
personal injury.
Always move the machine about
3 metres from the refuelling
position before starting. Place
the machine on a firm surface.
Remember that the blades
may start to move when the
engine is started. Make sure the
blades cannot come into contact
with any object. Make sure that
no unauthorised persons are in
the working area, otherwise there
is a risk of serious personal
injury. The safety distance is 15
metres.
Cold engine
(1) Choke control
Set the choke control in the choke position.