OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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Cleaning
General guidelines
Cleaning is ordinary maintenance. With ordinary maintenance we mean scheduled operation of basic
maintenance that do not generally require special qualifications, authorizations or tools.
To clean the machine, switch it off, let it cool and place it in a stable position.
Clean the machine:
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every day after every time you operate it. The life and the efficiency of the machine
also depend on how it is maintained.
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while operating it, if necessary.
The machine uses dangerous substances (fuel); to clean its parts, follow the instruction of the manual
provided by the firm producing the engine.
The machine does not have, as far as its functions allows it, sharp corners or rough surfaces that can cause
injuries.
WARNING
You should clean the working surfaces or other parts of the machine with proper tools, methods and
products, wearing protective garments, and respecting the environment.
To clean dust, earth, weed, etc, off the implements, wheels or other parts, use proper tools and methods (for
example a pressure washer). Remember to clean the machine only when it is not running.
If using a pressure washer, be careful not to hit delicate parts of the machine
(electrical parts, engine, etc.), or persons, animals and things nearby. Follow the
instructions of the relevant manual.
When cleaning with compressed air, only use dry compressed air.
We recommend the operator to wear a mask to protect the respiratory tract, a pair of glasses to protect the
eyes and suitable clothes.
While using compressed air, the operator should make sure that there are no people nearby.
We remind to those who operate the machine that when using chemical substances you should
follow the instructions shown on the safety tables, which must be provided by the producer of the
substance. Please follow the instructions shown on the packing.
To clean the engine, please consult the manual provided by the firm producing the
engine, handed in with the machine.
DANGER OF DAMAGING
THE MACHINE
NEVER USE JETS OF WATER TO
CLEAN THE ENGINE
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTION OF
THE ENGINE MANUAL
