Machine Usage - Garland MULE 561 E Manual De Instrucciones

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7. MACHINE USAGE

Use this machine only for those purposes for which
it has been designed. The usage of this tiller for any
other purposes is dangerous and can cause damages
to the user and the machine.
Do not get anywhere near to the blades when the
machine is working.
If you lose your balance or fall, let go of the handle
switch immediately.
Do not solely rely on the security measures of this
machine. Use common sense at all times.
Do not use this machine if you are tired, sick, are
taking medicines, or if under the effect of alcohol or
drugs. Lack of sleep and fatigue can cause accidents
and damages.
Do not use this machine at night, with fog or with
reduced visibility. You must see the working area
clearly at all times.
Limit the usage of the machine to 10 minute stints
and rest for a further 10 to 20 minutes in between
sessions.
Never leave this machine unattended.
Do not allow anybody into the working area whilst the
machine is in use. The working perimeter is minimum
15 metres and this is the danger zone.
Clean and remove obstacles from the working area
that could cause accidents prior to use.
Do not use accessories on this machine except those
recommended by the manufacturer as otherwise the
use of non recommended accessories could cause
severe damages to the user and to the machine.
7.1. HOLDING AND GUIDING THE MACHINE
Whilst working, hold the tiller firmly with both hands
on the handles.
Attention! do not use the machine with just one
hand.
Attention! the tiller an jump up or forwards
inadvertently, if the blades hit something hard that
is underground such as big stones, roots or trunks
or if the ground is too hard or if it is frozen. Always
hold the machine firmly with both hands.
Attention! Always keep an eye as to where the
electric cable is whilst working. Be careful not to cut
the cable with the blades and ensure that your feet or
any object get tangled with the cable.
7.2.WORKING WITH THE TILLER
Only use this machine to oxygenise soil or for weeding
purposes. Do not use the machine to work in public
areas or to carry out professional agricultural jobs.
Before starting to use the machine check that the
blades are not in contact with any object and that
they can move freely.
Maintain the cable well away from the
cutting elements.
7.2.1. WEEDING
This machine can be used to eliminate weeds from
the surface. To guarantee the best possible results,
the grass must have been recently cut using a brush
cutter or lawnmower so that the tiller can reach the
base of the ground easily.
1. Place the tiller on the work area with the blades on
the floor.
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