Dolmar RM-72.13 H Operator's Manual page 70

curely.
4) Replace faulty silencers.
5) Before using, always carry out a visual inspection,
particularly of the blade, seeing that the screws and
cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace a
worn or damaged blade and screws as a set to pre-
serve balance.
6) Before mowing, attach the discharge opening
guards (grass-catcher or stone-guard).
C) OPERATION
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can col-
lect.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
3) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible.
4) Before starting the engine, disengage the blade,
shift the gear lever ( for mechanical transmission)
or the speed change lever ( for hydrostatic trans-
mission) into neutral and engage the parking brake.
5) Do not use on slopes of more than 10° (17%).
6) Remember there is no such thing as a "safe"
slope. Travel on grass slopes requires particular care.
To guard against overturning:
– it is advisable to use a front counterweight (sup-
plied on request);
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up or
downhill;
– engage clutch slowly, always keep the machine in
gear ( for mechanical transmission) or engage
the speed change lever slowly both for forward and
reverse movement ( for hydrostatic transmis-
sion), especially when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and
during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope.
7) Stop the blade rotating and put the cutting deck
into the highest position before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
8) Never use the machine to cut grass if the guards
are defective, or without the stone-guard and/or
grass-catcher in place.
9) Do not change the engine governor settings or
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overspeed the engine.
10) Before leaving the operator's position:
– disengage the blade;
– change into neutral ( for mechanical transmis-
sion) or make sure that the speed change lever has
returned to the neutral position (
transmission) and engage the parking brake;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
11) Disengage the blade, stop the engine and re-
move key:
– before carrying out any work beneath the cutting
deck or unclogging the collector channel;
– before checking, cleaning or working on machine;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the machine;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (immedi-
ately check and remove the cause of the vibration).
12) Disengage the blade when transporting or not in
use. Disengage the blade and wait for it to stop be-
fore emptying the grass-catcher.
13) Stop the engine and disengage the blade:
– before refuelling;
– every time the grass-catcher is removed or re-
placed.
14) Reduce the throttle setting before stopping the
engine and turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mow-
ing, following the instructions in the manual.
15) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition. Regular main-
tenance is essential for safety and for maintaining
performance levels.
2) Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank in-
side a building where fumes may reach a flame or a
spark or a source of extreme heat.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in an en-
closed space.
4) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, ex-
haust silencer, battery compartment and fuel storage
area free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. Al-
ways empty the grass-catcher and do not leave gar-
den rubbish containers inside a room.
5) Frequently check the stone-guard, the grass-
catcher and the air intake grill for wear and deteriora-
tion. Replace if damaged.
6) For reasons of safety, do not use equipment with
for hydrostatic worn or damaged parts. Parts are to be replaced and
not repaired. Use genuine spare parts (the blade
should always bear the symbol
not of an equivalent quality can damage the equip-
ment and may adversely affect your safety.
7) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be
done outdoors and when the engine is cool.
8) Wear strong work gloves when removing and re-
assembling the blade.
9) Check the blade's balance after sharpening.
10) When the machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutting deck.
11) The ignition key must never be left inserted in the
machine, or where children or persons not familiar to
the machine may reach it. Before any maintenance or
repair, remove the ignition key.
E) TRANSPORTING
1) If the machine is transported on a truck or trailer,
lower the cutting deck, engage the parking brake and
fasten the machine securely with ropes, cables or
chains to the hauling device.
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