6.1.2 Using the harness
The harness must be put on before connecting
the machine to the special coupling and the belts
must be adjusted to suit the operator's height and
build.
Always use an appropriate harness for the weight
of the machine:
– for machines weighing less than 7.5 kg,
single or double strap models can be used;
– for machines weighing more than 7.5 kg,
only the double strap model should be used.
• Single strap models
The harness must be worn before securing the
machine to the attachment.
The strap (Fig. 14.A) must pass over the left
shoulder, towards the right side.
The strap must be worn with:
– the support (Fig. 14.A.1), the machine's
carabiner hook (Fig.14.A.2). and the quick
release hook (Fig. 14.A.3) on the right side.
• Double strap models
The harness must be worn before securing the
machine to the attachment.
The strap (Fig. 14.B) must be worn with:
– the support (Fig. 14.B.1), the machine's
carbine hook (Fig. 14.B.2) and the quick
release (Fig. 14.B.3) located on the right
side.
– the quick release at the front (Fig. 14.B.3);
– the strap crossover on the back of the
operator (Fig. 14.B.4);
– the buckles correctly fastened (Fig. 14.B.5).
The straps must be tightened so that they
distribute the load evenly over the shoulders.
6.1.3 Use of the backpack (if available)
1. Insert the battery in one of the
compartments of the battery backpack
(Fig. 10) and push it completely,
until hearing the click that signals
its locking in position, ensuring
thus the electrical contact;
2. Connect the cable to the backpack
in the specific socket (Fig. 11.A) and
rotate it until hearing the specific click
that signals its locking in position,
ensuring thus the electrical contact;
3. adjust the straps and close the
harness in the front (Fig. 15).
6.2 SAFETY CHECKS
Run the following safety checks and ensure that
the results correspond to those outlined in the
tables.
Always carry out the safety checks before
use.
6.2.1 General check
Object
Hand grips (Fig.
1.E; Fig. 1.G).
Cutting means
guard (Fig. 1.D).
Harness connection
point (Fig. 1.J).
Screws on the machine
and the cutting means.
Cutting means (Fig.
1.C.1; Fig. 1.C.2).
Metal blade (if fitted)
(Fig. 1.C.2).
Battery (Fig. 1.L)
Cooling air
ducts
(paragraph
7.3).
Machine
Throttle control lever
(Fig. 12.A Fig. 13.A),
throttle safety lever
(Fig. 12.B, Fig. 13.B).
Test driving
6.2.2 Machine operating test
Action
1. Fit the battery inside its
housing (par. 7.2.3 );
2. Press the safety button
(Fig. 12.C, Fig. 13.C)
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Result
Clean, dry and fixed
firmly to the machine.
Correctly and securely fit
to the machine, not worn/
deteriorated or damaged.
Correctly positioned.
Correctly tightened
(not loose).
Clean, not damaged
or worn.
Sharp.
No damage to the casing,
no liquid leakage.
Not clogged.
No signs of damage
or wear.
The levers must move
freely and not be forced.
No abnormal vibrations.
No abnormal sound.
Result
The LED (Fig. 12.E,
Fig. 13.E) must
switch on (electrical
circuit activated).