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1. 51 to 102 mm (2 to 4
inches) maximum depth
2. Full broom width
6.
If the broom-sweep area is too large, too small,
or uneven, adjust the broom height; refer to
Adjusting the Broom Height (page
Adjusting the Broom Height
1.
Drive to a flat, dusty area and stop the machine.
2.
Ensure that the broom-drive lever is released,
shutoff the engine, and wait for all moving parts
to stop.
3.
To adjust the broom height, remove and retain
the pin from the adjuster sleeve and wheel tube
of the caster
(Figure
1. Caster-wheel tube
2. Positions to achieve 3 mm
(1/8 inch) increments
Figure 8
3. Swept area
10).
9).
Figure 9
3. Pin
4. Adjuster sleeve
4.
Raise or lower the caster wheel tube to adjust
the area swept by the broom as stated in
Checking the Sweeping Path (page
Note:
Select any hole combination that is in
alignment to place and latch the retaining pin;
match the same position on the other side.
5.
For finer adjustment, slide the adjuster sleeve 1
pin hole up or down on the caster wheel tube
to adjust the broom height in 3 mm (1/8 inch)
increments
for the other caster wheel.
•
To raise the broom in 3 mm (1/8 inch)
increments, slightly raise the adjuster sleeve
and insert the pin into the next pin hole below
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the current hole used.
•
To lower the broom in 3 mm (1/8 inch)
increments, slightly lower the adjuster sleeve
and insert the pin into the next pin hole
above the current hole used.
6.
When the broom height is adjusted, secure
the pin on each caster wheel, and check the
broom-sweep area; refer to
Sweeping Path (page
During Operation
During Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Stay behind the handles and away from the
discharge opening while operating the machine.
Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part
of your body or clothing away from moving or
rotating parts.
•
Never direct the discharge toward people or areas
where property damage can occur.
•
Use your full attention while operating the
machine. Do not engage in any activity that
causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property
damage may occur.
•
Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating the machine in reverse.
•
Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm
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hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
•
Do not clear snow, dirt, or thatch across the face of
slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep
slopes.
10
(Figure
9). Repeat steps
Checking the
9).
9).
3
through
5
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