MACHINE OPERATION
CUTTER 36V 86039100 05/01/07
3-9
PRE-RUN MACHINE INSPECTION
Do a pre-run inspection to find possible problems that
could cause poor performance or lost time from
breakdown. Follow the same procedure each time to
avoid missing steps.
NOTE: See maintenance section for pre-run machine
inspection checklist items.
STARTING MACHINE
NOTE: Perform pre-run machine check before
operating machine.
FOR SAFETY: Before starting machine, make
sure that all safety devices are in place and
operating properly.
1. Turn the machine power on.
2. Release the parking brake, if your machine is
equipped with this option.
3. Engage the direction propel levers for the desired
direction.
EMERGENCY STOP PROCEDURES
1. Release the propel levers.
2. Turn machine power off with key switch.
3. If an electrical problem is suspected push in
emergency stop button, if machine is equipped
with this option.
4. Apply brakes, if your machine is equipped with
this option.
FILLING SOLUTION TANK
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine; stop on level surface, turn off machine
and remove key.
1. Turn the machine power off.
2. Set the parking brake if your machine is equipped
with this option.
3. Remove solution tank cover.
4. Fill the solution tank with clean water, leaving
enough room for the required amount of cleaning
solution. The solution tank capacity filled to 2” (5
cm) from bottom of fill inlet is 33 gallons (125
liters). The water must not be hotter than 140° F
(60°C) to prevent damage to the tank.
5. Measure the chemical into the solution tank.
Liquid chemicals should be added to the solution
tank after filling with water. Dry chemicals should
be thoroughly mixed before being added into
solution tank. Commercially available, high
alkaline floor cleaners, are suitable for use in the
solution system.
NOTE: Read the chemical manufacturers
recommended proportion instructions.
6. Replace solution tank cover.
Flammable materials can cause an explosion or
fire. Do not use flammable materials in the tanks.
! WARNING