Preparing To Work; How To Start - Stop The Motor - Stiga T 1.0 EJ Gebrauchsanweisung

PREPARING TO WORK / HOW TO START - STOP THE MOTOR

5. PREPARING TO WORK

1. CHECKING THE MACHINE
WARNING!
not plugged into the mains socket.
Before starting work please:
– check that the mains frequency and voltage is
the same as the rating data on the "Identification
Plate" (see chap. 1 - 11.8).
– check that the trigger switch and the safety
button should move freely without forcing and
return automatically and rapidly back to their
neutral position;
– Check that the trigger switch must remain locked
until the safety button is pressed;
– check that the cooling air vents are not ob-
structed;
– check that the power cable and extension lead
are not damaged;
– check that handgrips and protection devices
are clean and dry, correctly mounted and well
fastened to the machine;
– check that the cutting devices and guards are
not damaged;
– check that the machine is not showing signs of
wear or damage due to knocks or other causes,
and carry out the necessary repairs.

6. HOW TO START - STOP THE MOTOR

STARTING THE MOTOR (Fig. 4)
Before starting the motor:
– Fasten the extension lead (1) to the cable clamp
on the rear handgrip.
– FIRST connect the power cable plug (2) to the
extension lead (3) and THEN plug the extension
lead into the mains socket (4).
To start the motor:
– Hold the machine firmly with both hands.
– Press the safety button and then the switch (6).
Make sure the machine is
2. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
DANGER!
are not compatible.
– Always handle and connect electric cables
in dry conditions.
– Keep electric sockets or cables away from
wet and damp areas (e.g. puddles or wet
ground).
The quality of the extension leads must be no less
than H07RN-F or H07VV-F, with a minimum sec-
tion of 1.5 mm and a recommended maximum
length of 30 m.
To avoid overheating, do not keep the extension
lead rolled up during use.
DANGER!
tion of any electrical equipment to the mains
of a building must be installed by a qualified
electrician in conformity with the regulations
in force. Incorrect wiring can cause serious
injury and even death.
NOTE
switch, the safety button is also released and the
motor stops.
STOPPING THE MOTOR (Fig. 4)
To stop the motor:
– Release the switch (6).
– FIRST unplug the extension lead (3) from the
mains socket (4) and THEN disconnect the
power cable (2) of the machine from the exten-
sion lead (3).
EN
Electricity and moisture
The permanent connec-
When you release the
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