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6. Operation
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Set the depth stop (4) to the desired depth
and secure with the split pin.
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Swing up the transport wheel and make sure
that the bolt of the latch is engaged in the
mount at the front (Fig. 5a-5b).
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You can adjust the steering handle to your
physical size. To do so, undo the screws(Fig.
6/Item D), adjust the bracket and retighten the
screws.
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To start the star-type hoes, pull up the safety
lever (13) and press and hold down the clutch
lever (12). Releasing the clutch lever will bring
the star-type hoes to a stop (if they do not
stop, readjust the clutch cable).
Starting the engine
1. Ensure that the ignition cable is connected to
the spark plug.
2. Stand behind the power cultivator. Move the
engine start/stop lever (Fig.7a/Item 14) into
the RUN position.
3. Press the fuel pump (primer) (Fig. 7b/Item 22)
three times. You can skip this point if the engi-
ne has already warmed up.
4. Start the engine using the reversing starter
(Fig. 2/Item 2). To do this, pull out the handle
approx. 10 – 15 cm (until you feel a resis-
tance) and then start the engine with a sharp
tug. If the engine does not start, tug the hand-
le again.
Note! Never allow the actuator cable to snap
back.
Note! In cold weather, it may be necessary to re-
peat the starting process several times.
Stopping the engine
Move the engine start/stop lever (Fig.7a/Item 14)
into the STOP position.
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7. Cleaning, maintenance, storage
and ordering of spare parts
Danger!
Pull out the spark plug boot before doing any
cleaning and maintenance work.
7.1 Cleaning
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Keep all safety devices, air vents and the
motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as
possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean
cloth or blow it with compressed air at low
pressure.
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We recommend that you clean the device
immediately each time you have finished
using it.
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Clean the equipment regularly with a moist
cloth and some soft soap. Do not use
cleaning agents or solvents; these could
attack the plastic parts of the equipment. En-
sure that no water can seep into the device.
7.2 Maintenance
Please note: Switch off the unit immediately
and contact an authorized dealer:
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In the event of unusual vibrations or noise.
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If the engine appears to be overloaded or
misfires.
7.2.1 Air fi lter maintenance
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Check and clean the air filter before every
use, and replace it if necessary.
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Remove the filter element (Fig. 8a-8c).
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Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or petrol
to clean the element.
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Clean the element by tapping it on a flat sur-
face.
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Assemble in reverse order.
7.2.2 Spark plug maintenance
Check the spark plug for dirt and grime after 10
hours of operation and if necessary clean it with a
copper wire brush. Thereafter service the spark
plug
after every 50 hours of operation.
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Pull off the spark plug boot (Fig. 9) with a
twist.
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Remove the spark plug (Fig. 9/Item G) with
the supplied spark plug wrench.
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Assemble in reverse order.
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