22 – English
Checking and adjusting the brake
Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by
placing the machine on a slight downward slope
and applying the brake.
If the machine does not stand still the brake should
be adjusted.
The brake is adjusted as follows:
1. Release the lock nuts (A).
2. Tension the wire with the adjusting screw (B)
until the play in the wire is taken up.
3. Tighten the lock nuts (A).
4. On completion of the adjustment the brake
should be checked again.
Check the level of the battery acid
Check that the level of the battery acid lies be-
tween the markings. Top up the cells with distilled
water
only
.
Check the safety system
The machine is equipped with a safety system
which prevents starting or driving the machine
unless someone is sitting in the seat. Check daily
that the safety system functions.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
Procedures on contact with acid
External: Rinse well with plenty of water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Contact a doctor as soon as
possible.
Eyes: Rinse well with plenty of water.
Contact a doctor as soon as pos-
sible.
Batteries emit explosive gas. Sparks, flames
and cigarettes must absolutely not be
brought into the vicinity of the battery.
!
WARNING!
Poorly adjusted brakes can
result in reduced braking power.
!
A
A
B