Instruction for use
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3.5.1 Driving Position
During the driving of the machine and during the work, is necessary utilize
the footrest platform in open position, always (see fig. 17), to prevent
risks.
Close the footrest platform only after use.
• Pull the safety pin spring that locks the platform;
• Turn the footrest to the horizontal position;
• Pay attention to the spring pin, make sure that it fits into the hole.
DANGER – Never drive with the footrest unblocked: always verify that the footrest is blocked
and that the safety pin is positioned correctly.
WARNING – When you open or close the footrest, be careful with your hands:
you may cut yourself or crush them.
When the machine is in gear, always grasp the stronghold handle firmly with one
hand and use the other hand simultaneously to activate both drive levers.
Never release the handle to operate the command levers with both hands.
DANGER: When the machine is in gear, the operator must always maintain
the prescribed driving position.
Never speed when working, rather proceed at a speed adjusted to your walking
speed, in this way you will maintain a safe control over the commands.
3.5.2 Forward Gear
To allow the machine to advance one must activate both drive levers simultane-
ously by pushing them forward.
Avoid addressing downhill slopes in forward gear, refer to the paragraph: “Travel-
ling on Slopes”.
3.5.3 Reverse Gear
To allow the machine to back up you must activate both drive levers, pulling them
back simultaneously.Avoid addressing uphill slopes in reverse gear, especially with
a loaded machine, rather follow the procedure described in the paragraph: “Trav-
elling on Slopes” .