STX-SERIES — INITIAL START-UP
INITIAL START-UP
CAUTION
NEVER operate the trowel in a confined area or enclosed area structure that does not provide ample free flow of air.
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection before operating the
NEVER place hands or feet inside the guard rings while the engine is running. ALWAYS shut the engine down before performing any kind of maintenance service on the trowel.
Starting the Engine
1.With one foot on the ground and the other foot placed on the trowel’s platform, grasp the grab handles lifting yourself onto the trowel.Then sit down in the operator’s seat.
CAUTION
DO NOT grab hold of the joysticks to lift yourself onto the trowel. Pulling on the joysticks repeatedly will weaken the units. Always use the grab handles to lift yourself on the trowel.
2.The STX
CAUTION
NEVER disable or disconnect the Safety Stop Switch. It is provided for the operators’ safety and injury may result if it is disabled, disconnected or improperly maintained.
3.It is recommended that the operation of the Safety Stop Switch is checked prior to performing any troweling operations. Doing this will verify that the switch is working properly and presents no danger to the operator.
4.Place the engine throttle lever (Figure 7) in the LOW position.
HIGH
LOW
Figure 7. Engine Throttle Control Lever (Low)
5.Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch (Figure 8).
Figure 8. Ignition Switch and Key
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