CONTROLS
Throttle
The lever controls engine speed.
With the lever down, the engine runs at idle and functions as start position.
When the engine speed increases, the centrifugal clutch drive automatically engages the cutting wheel.
On/Off Engine switch on the panel
The ON/OFF engine switch can be used to stop the engine. The illustration shows the toggle switch in the OFF position (short circuited electrical system). There is another switch with the same function:
•The micro switch that is affected by the dead man’s grip bar.
To start the engine, the switch must be first set to the ON position and the dead man’s grip must be held in.
Brake
WARNING!
NEVER operate a machine with a defective brake.
The lever activates a disk brake on the left wheel when it is pulled backwards. The brake should always be activated when operating the grinder, when it is parked and when it is being transported.
Adjustment bar for the handle
WARNING!
DO NOT pull out the adjustment bar when the cutting wheel is rotating. There is a great risk that you will lose control of the machine.
As the tree stump is ground away, the handle position will need to be adjusted. Pull the handle backwards and set the handle at a suitable working height. Engagement rods are spring loaded to insure positive locking when released, but always make sure bolts are locked into place after you make adjustments.
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