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5. Operating
During operating the BMP-215, the following additional safety instructions must be followed closely.
Before switching on the machine make sure that no-one can be endangered when the machine starts up.
5.1 Before starting up
Make sure that the drum doesn’t hit the ground. The quick lift lever must be in upper position and the
fine adjustment must be turned up.
Connect the scarifier and the dust collector with the dust hose. Make sure there is a good and airtight
connection, use hose clamps and industrial tape.
Connect the scarifier and the dust collector with the power supply. Make sure the right connection is
available for the machines. (only BMP-215E)
5.2 Procedure to start work
Turn on the dust collector.
Start the machine by pushing the green start-button (BMP-215E) or by
pulling the start cord of the petrol motor. (BMP-215B)
The throttle lever of the petrol engine is fixed to run at the correct RPM.
Check if the drum turns the right direction. (Only BMP-215E)
Slowly let down the quick lift lever.
Turn the fine adjustment clockwise until the desired scarifying depth is
reached.
5.3 Operating during scarifying
During scarifying there has to be a light pressure on the steering handle. This will ensure maximum grip on the
back wheels. Do not pull on the steering handle because this will cause the rear wheels to skid, and also
increases the change of operator fatigue.
Pull the brake handle only when the machine progress is obstructed, by for example sandy subsoil.
Carry out work in parallel tracks in such a way that the dust hose and electric cable do not become twisted.
The next figure shows the recommended working paths leading away from the dust collector.
Dust hose and
electric cable
Scarifying / milling
machine
All persons in the proximity of the machine must wear safety glasses with lateral
protection as well as safety shoes and ear protection. The operator is obliged to wear
close-fitting protective clothing and a dust mask.
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