Active AC 621 Manuel D'instructions Et De Mise En Route page 55

 When working in a stony or obstacle-riddled area try to remove as many objects as
possible before commencing cutting. Then work at a greater cutting height than usual.
Stones and other objects may be thrown outwards in direction of the operator or of other
persons in the vicinity. Keep at a safe distance from persons, animals and objects.
 If the cutting mechanism accidentally comes into contact with an object (stump or
stone), switch off the engine and carry out the following operations:
Inspect the damage.
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Do not attempt to repair it if unskilled to do so.
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Check that no parts have come loose.
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 Do not use the machine if it does not work properly or is broken: seek authorized
service.
 It is strictly prohibited to leave the flail mower running whilst unsupervised.
 It is strictly prohibited to transport the machine with the engine running. When loading
the machine onto a vehicle, the inclination of the ramps must not exceed 15°.
EXERCISE CAUTION WITH GRADIENTS . Danger of machine overturning.
 Given its outdoor use, it is advisable not to use the flail mower when it is raining.
 The area next to the engine exhaust may reach a high temperature.
 Do not go near water fountains or precipices and do not cross narrow bridges during
work operations to prevent the risk of falling.
 Do not work on steep banks with gradients in excess of 10°.
 Take special care on steep banks; avoid working upstream of the machine so as not to
run the risk of slipping under it, particularly when the ground is wet.
 Avoid working on the shoulder, between flat ground and a steep bank. The machine
may skid or slip.
 In the instance of difficulty or emergency stop simply release the forward clutch control
and flail rotor levers.
 Work on flat ground for the utmost safety.
E) AFTER USE
 Before moving away from the machine, place the gear lever in neutral (Fig. 2 Ref.N)
and switch off the engine by moving the switch (Fig.2 Ref.M) to the 0 position.
 For greater safety shut off the feed cock (Fig. 4).
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Danger of burns.
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