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Part No 610428 Form No F022508A
8
GZ Owner’s Manual
OPERATION
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine.
Inspect machine work area and machine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this
equipment are trained in general machine use and safety.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING
Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and
check for damaged or worn brush, loose hardware, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. (See trouble
shooting section on page 12).
STARTING
ENGINE: See engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be
level when checking and filling oil and gasoline.
FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position
STOP SWITCH: Located on the engine. "ON" position.
CHOKE: Operated with choke lever on the face of engine.
THROTTLE: Controlled by the throttle lever located on the face of the engine.
IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:
See Troubleshooting on page 11.
HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:
Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the handle and front of the frame. Secure
unit in place during transport. Be sure the brush arm is in the up position and locked in place during transport.
Never lift the machine while the engine is running.
OPERATION
1. Do not operate product when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear safety footwear, pants or slacks that
cover your legs.
2. DO NOT use product on graveled surfaces.
3. Never operate this product without good visibility or light.
4. Start the engine carefully. Make certain the brush is raised in the store position, and that the engine stop switch is
set to “on” before attempting to start. Keep hands, feet, clothing and the like well away from cutting member and other
moving parts.
5. Never attempt to make any adjustments while engine is running.
6. Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the area of operation. Use care in
directing discharge to avoid glass enclosures, automobiles and the like.
7. Stay alert for uneven pavement, holes in terrain or other unstable conditions when using this product. Always push
the machine slowly over rough surfaces.
8. Objects struck by the brush can cause injuries. The surface should always be carefully examined and cleared of all
foreign objects prior to operation. See brush safety instructions, page 9.
9. Move brush lever to store position when the product is not in use. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended. Disengage attachments and stop the engine.
10. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the brush and all moving parts have stopped, and the engine
is not running. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug so that unintentional starting does
not occur. Keep all guards free from debris build-up.
11. Never operate this product without guards, plates or other protective devices in place.
12. Use only accessories and attachments supplied, or specifically recommended by the manufacturer.
13. Do not operate this product with a damaged or excessively worn brush.
14. CAUTION: Operate this product from a position where guards block the line of sight to the brush.