USER MANUAL
ENGLISH
DANGER!
–Do not fill the fuel tank to the top, but leave at least 4 cm from the filler neck to allow the fuel to expand.
–After refuelling, check that the filler cap is tightly closed.
–If any fuel is spilled while refuelling, clean up the affected area and allow the vapours to dissipate before starting the engine.
–Avoid contact with skin and do not breathe in fuel vapours. Keep out of reach of children.
–Before performing any maintenance/repair procedure remove the ignition key, engage the parking brake and disconnect the battery.
–When working under open hoods/lids, make sure that they cannot be closed by accident.
–When performing maintenance procedures with the lifted hopper, fix it with the support rods.
–During machine transportation, the fuel tank must not be full.
–Diesel engine exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an extremely poisonous, colourless, and odourless gas. Do not inhale. Do not keep the engine running in a closed area.
–Do not lay any object on the engine.
–Before working on the engine turn it off. To prevent the engine from starting accidentally, disconnect the battery negative terminal.
–See also the SAFETY RULES in the Diesel Engine Manual, which is to be considered an integral part of this Manual.
WARNING!
–To drive on public roads, the machine must follow local licensing requirements.
–The machine has been designed to be used as a sweeper, do not use it for different purposes.
–While using this machine, take care not to cause damage to people and property.
–Do not use the machine as a means of transport.
–Do not leave the machine unattended with the ignition key inserted and the parking brake deactivated.
–Do not bump into shelves or scaffoldings, particularly where there is a risk of falling objects.
–Pay careful attention when lifting and emptying the hopper.
–Adjust the operation speed to suit the ground conditions.
–Carefully read all the instructions before performing any maintenance/repair procedure.
–Take all necessary precautions to prevent hair, jewels and loose clothes from being caught by the machine moving parts.
–Protect body parts (eyes, hair, hands, etc.) properly, when performing cleaning procedures using compressed air or water gun.
–Avoid contact with battery acid, do not touch hot parts.
–Do not allow the brooms to operate while the machine is stationary to avoid damaging the ground.
–In case of fire, use a powder fire extinguisher, not a water one.
–Do not wash the machine with corrosive substances.
–Do not use the machine in particularly dusty areas.
–Do not tamper with the machine safety guards and follow the ordinary maintenance instructions scrupulously.
–Do not remove or modify the plates affixed to the machine.
–In case of machine malfunctions, ensure that these are not due to lack of maintenance. Otherwise, request assistance from the authorised personnel or from an authorised Service Center.
–In case of part replacement, order ORIGINAL spare parts from an authorised Dealer or Retailer.
–To ensure the proper and safe operation of the machine, have the scheduled maintenance, detailed in the relevant chapter of this Manual, performed by the authorised personnel or an authorised Service Center.
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