Raider RD-GLM16 - Use of the Machine

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
• Carefully read the general safety rules, paying special attention to driving and cutting slopes.
• Carefully read the operating instructions, make sure you are familiar with the controls and know
how to quickly stop the blades and engine.
• Never put your hands or feet near or under rotating parts and always keep away from the outlet.
• Do not use the machine when you are in a precarious state of health or under the inuence of
drugs or other substances that may reduce your reex actions and your ability to concentrate.
• It is the responsibility of the user to assess the potential risk to the area where the work is to be
carried out and to take all necessary precautions to ensure their own safety and the safety of oth-
ers, especially on slopes or rough, slippery and unstable terrain.,
• Do not leave the machine on tall grass with the engine running to avoid the risk of re.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety devices work in two ways:
- prevent the engine from starting if all safety requirements are not met;
- they stop the engine if even one of the safety requirements is missing.
a) To start the engine, it is necessary:
- the transmission must be in “neutral” position;
- the shoulder blades are not released;
- the operator is seated or the handbrake is on.
b) The engine stops when:
- the operator leaves his seat when the blade is released;
- the operator leaves his seat with the gear engaged;
- the grass catcher is raised without stopping the blade;
- the blade is activated without the grass catcher in place;
- the handbrake is on without the blade being o;
- gear shifting is activated with the parking brake on.
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING WORK
Before you start mowing, it is necessary to carry out several checks and operations to ensure that
you can work eciently and with maximum safety.
Do not start mowing if the blades vibrate or you are not sure if they are sharp enough. Always
remember that:
- A poorly sharpened blade pulls the grass and causes the grass to turn yellow.
- A loose blade causes unwanted vibrations and can be dangerous.
Do not use the machine if you are not sure whether it is working safely or eectively. If in doubt,
contact your dealer immediately to carry out the necessary checks and repairs.
USE OF THE MACHINE
START UP
WARNING! The engine must be started in an open or well-ventilated room!
ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT THE BURNT GASES ARE TOXIC!
WARNING! Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it in can cause unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.
TO START THE ENGINE:
1. Sit on the seat and press the brake pedal down.
2. Shift the transmission into neutral («N»).
3. Release the knives.
4. When starting cold, move the throttle to the «CHOKE» position shown on the label, if the engine
is already warm, put the lever between «SLOW» and «FAST».
5. Electric start: insert the ignition key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact, then turn to
«START» to start the engine.