Makita PTM1000 Operator's Manual page 129

HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
Put the machine away in a dry place protected from weather and, if possible, cover
with a cloth ( 8.4).
IMPORTANT
storage period (more than 1 month), always charge the battery, and then recharge
before using again (
The next time the machine is used, check that there are no fuel leaks from the tubes,
fuel stopcock or carburettor.
5.4.12 C
ARD PROTECTION DEVICE
The electronic card has a self-resetting protector which breaks the circuit if there is a
fault in the electrical system. It results in the stopping of the engine and an audible sig-
nal which can only be stopped by removing the key.
The circuit automatically resets after a few seconds but the cause of the fault should
be ascertained and dealt with to avoid re-activating the protection device.
IMPORTANT
– do not reverse the leads on the battery terminals;
– do not use the machine without its battery or damage may be caused to the
charging regulator;
– be careful to not cause short-circuits.
5.4.13 S
UMMARY OF THE MAIN ACTIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN USING THE MACHINE
To ...
Start the engine (
Go forward ( 5.4.2)
Brake or stop ( 5.4.3)
The battery must be kept in a cool and dry place. Before a long
6.2.5).
To avoid activating the protection device.
5.4.1)
You must ...
Open the fuel stopcock, ensure that all the conditions
allowing starting are met, and then turn the key
Move the accelerator;
for mechanical drive models: push the pedal right
down, engage the gear (
release the pedal;
for hydrostatic drive models: press the drive pedal for-
ward; ( 4.32);
Reduce the engine speed and press the brake pedal
4.22) and then gradually
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