Roberine F5 - Operating; Engine Starting Procedure; Engine Shutdown Procedure; Forward Driving Operation

7 Operating
In this chapter you will read how to operate the F5 and R5 mower.
7.1 Starting the engine
NOTICE Before you start the engine, make sure that all daily checks as described in Daily checks before use
on page 38 have been done.
7.1.1 Turning on the engine
CAUTION!
• If possible, start the machine outdoors.
• Never run the engine in an enclosed space without sufficient ventilation.
• Only start the engine when you are seated and bystanders are at a safe distance.
1. Take place on the seat and fasten the seat belt.
2. Put the ignition key in the ignition. (See Driver's compartment on page 18).
INFO: Do not use the foot pedal while starting the engine.
The display goes on.
3. Put the parking brake in the ON position.
4. Put the mowing switch in the NEUTRAL position.
5. Turn the ignition key until the engine starts.
INFO:
• The starter motor may be damaged if it is used for more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start, wait 30
seconds before trying again.
• In the event of a cold start (< 5° C), allow the engine and hydraulic installation to idle in low revolutions the first
minutes.
6. Release the ignition key.
7.1.2 Turning off the engine
1. Take your foot off the pedals.
2. Put the mowing switch in the NEUTRAL position.
3. Put the parking switch in the ON position.
4. Allow the engine to cool down.
5. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
The display goes off.
7.2 Driving
CAUTION!
• Make sure bystanders are at a safe distance before driving forwards or in reverse.
• Turn off the mowing units before driving in reverse.
• Stop the machine before switching from the mowing speed to the driving speed or vice versa. The driver
can be thrown forwards if a different driving speed is selected while driving the machine.
Driving forwards
1. Start the engine.
2. Put the parking switch in the OFF position.
3. Move forwards by pushing the left foot pedal forwards.
4. Stop the machine by slowly releasing the foot pedal.
Driving in reverse
1. Start the engine.
2. Put the parking switch in the OFF position.
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