GGP Italy SPA Lawn Mower 102-122 Instructions Manual
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– take off the grass-catcher or stone-guard; – remove the accumulated cuttings, reaching them from the exit of the collector channel. This job must only be performed with the engine turned off. 5.4.8 E ND OF MOWING When you have finished mowing, disengage the blades, lower the engine speed and ride the machine with the cutting deck in the highest position. 5.4.9 E ND OF WORK Stop the machine, put the accelerator lever in the «SLOW» position and turn off the engine by putting the key into the «OFF» position. When the engine is stopped, close the fuel stopcock (1)( if fitted). To avoid backfire, put the accelerator in the «SLOW» position for 20 sec- onds before stopping the engine. Always take out the ignition key if leaving the machine unattended! To keep the battery charged, do not leave the key in the «ON» position when the engine is not running. 5.4.10 C LEANING AND STORAGE After each mowing, clean the outside of the machine, empty the grass-catcher and shake it to remove residual grass and earth. Always empty the grass-catcher and do not leave con- tainers full of cut grass inside a room. Clean the plastic parts of the body with a damp sponge using water and deter- !WARNING! IMPORTANT !WARNING! !WARNING! ➤ !WARNING! EN 30HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 1
gent, taking care not to wet the engine, the electrical parts or the electronic card located under the dashboard. Never use hose-nozzles or harsh detergents for cleaning the body and engine! For washing the inside of the cutting deck and the collector channel the machine must be on firm ground with: – the grass-catcher or stone-guard fitted; – the operator seated; – the engine running; – the transmission in neutral; – the blades engaged. Connect a water hose to each of the pipe fittings (1) one at a time, and running water through for a few minutes each, with the blades moving. When washing, the cutting deck should be in the fully lowered position. Take off the grass-catcher, empty and rinse it, and then put it in a position where it can dry quickly. For models with electromagnetic clutch To avoid umpairing the efficient working of the electro- magnetic clutch: – prevent the friction from coming into contact with oil; – do not direct jets of high-pressure water directly onto the clutch unit; – do not clean the clutch with petrol. Put the machine away in a dry place protected from weather and, if possible, cover with a cloth (☛8.4). 5.4.11 S TORAGE AND INACTIVITY FOR LONG PERIODS If the machine is likely to be unused for a long period (more than 1 month), dis- connect the cables from the battery and follow the instructions in the engine manual. Lubricate all joints as directed (☛6.2.1). IMPORTANT ➤ IMPORTANT EN 31 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 1
Carefully remove any dry grass cuttings which may have collected around the engine or silencer to prevent their catching fire the next time the machine is used! Empty the fuel tank by disconnecting the tube situated at the inlet of the fuel filter (1) and follow the instruc- tions in the engine manual. The battery must be kept in a cool and dry place. Before a long storage period (more than 1 month), always charge the battery, and then recharge before using again ( ☛6.2.5). The next time the machine is used, check that there are no fuel leaks from the tubes, fuel stopcock or carburettor. 5.4.12 U SEFUL INFORMATION A) Card 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 signal 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. To avoid activating the protection device. – 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. B) Warning lights The fuel warning light (☛4.7.d) ( if fitted) informs you that there are only 2 ➤ IMPORTANT IMPORTANT !WARNING! EN 32HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 1
litres of fuel left in the tank, which is enough for 30-40 minutes of normal work. If, while running: – the battery warning light comes on ( ☛4.7.g): see chapter 7 of this manual. – the oil warning light comes on ( ☛4.7.e) ( if fitted): this means that there is not enough lubrication and so the engine must be stopped immediately. 5.4.13 S UMMARY OF THE MAIN ACTIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT WHEN USING THE MACHINE ➤ IMPORTANT EN 33 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE To ... Start the engine (☛5.4.1) Go forward (☛5.4.2) Brake or stop (☛5.4.3) Reverse (☛5.4.4) Cut the grass (☛5.4.5) Empty the grass-catcher (☛5.4.6) Unblock the collector channel (☛5.4.7) End mowing (☛5.4.8) Stop the engine (☛5.4.9) Store the machine (☛5.4.10)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 (☛4.22) and then gradually release the pedal; for hydrostatic drive models: press the drive pedal for- ward; (☛4.32); Reduce the engine speed and press the brake pedal Stop the machine; for mechanical drive models: put into neutral, push the pedal right down, engage reverse, (☛4.22) and then gradually release the pedal; for hydrostatic drive models: press the drive pedal back (☛4.32). Fit the grass-catcher or stone-guard, adjust the height of the cutting deck wheels and move the accelerator; for mechanical drive models: push the pedal right down, engage the gear (☛4.22) and then gradually release the pedal; for hydrostatic drive models: press the drive pedal for- ward; (☛4.32); engage the blades and adjust the cutting height. Stop forward movement, disengage the blades, and move the lever for tipping up the grass-catcher. Stop forward movement, disengage the blades and turn off the engine; remove the grass-catcher and clean the channel. Disengage the blades and reduce the engine speed. Reduce the engine speed, wait a few seconds, turn the key and close the fuel stopcock. Engage the parking brake, remove the key and, if neces- sary, wash the machine, the inside of the cutting deck, the collector channel and the grass-catcher. ➤ ➤ ➤ ➤ ➤ ➤
EN 34HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 5.5 USING ON SLOPING GROUND Only mowing in any case on the maxi- mum gradients already mentioned (max 10° - 17%), lawns on a slope have to be mowed moving up and down and never across them, taking great care when changing direction that the highest wheels do not hit obstacles (such as stones, branches, roots, etc.) that may cause the machine to slide sideways, tip over or otherwise cause loss of control. REDUCE SPEED BEFORE ANY CHANGE OF DIRECTION ON SLOPES, and always engage the parking brake before leaving the machine stopped and unattended. Take care when beginning forward movement on slop- ing ground to prevent the risk of tipping up. Reduce the forward speed before going on a slope, particularly downhill. Never use reverse to reduce speed going downhill. Con- trol of the machine may be lost, particularly on slippery surfaces. For mechanical drive models: Never ride the machine on slopes in neutral gear or with the clutch out! Always engage a low gear before leaving the machine stopped and unattended. For hydrostatic drive models: Go down slopes without touching the pedal (☛4.32) to take advantage of the braking effect of the hydrostatic drive when the transmission is not engaged. 5.6 TRANSPORTING f the machine is transported on a truck or trailer, use suitable equipment for lifting and an appropriate number of people for the weight involved and the type of lifting system used. The machine !WARNING! ➤ !DANGER! ➤ !DANGER! !WARNING! !DANGER! max 10° (17%)WRONG! RIGHT!
must never be lifted by rope and tackle. While being transported, close the fuel stopcock( if fitted), lower the cutting deck, engage the parking brake and fasten the machine securely with ropes or chains to the haul- ing device. 5.7 ADVICE ON HOW TO OBTAIN A GOOD CUT 1. To keep a lawn green and soft with a good appearance it should be cut regu- larly and without damaging the grass. 2. It is always better to cut the grass when dry. 3.The blades must be in good condition and well sharpened so that the grass is cut straight without any ragged edge that leads to yellowing at the ends. 4.The engine must run at full speed, both to ensure a sharp cut of the grass and to get the necessary thrust to push the cuttings through the collector chan- nel. 5.The frequency of mowing should be in relation to the rate of growth of the grass, which should not be left to grow too much between one cut and the next. 6.During hot and dry periods, the grass should be cut a little higher to prevent the ground from drying out. 7.If the grass is very tall, it should be cut twice in a twenty-four hour period. The first time with the blades at maximum height, possibly reducing the cutting width, and the second cut at the height wanted. 8.The appearance of the lawn will improve if you alternate the cutting in both directions. 9.If the collector system tends to get blocked with grass, you should reduce the forward speed since this may be too high for the condi- tion of the grass. If the problem persists, the probable causes are either badly sharpened blades or deformed wings. 10.Be very careful when mowing near bushes or kerbs since these could distort the horizontal position of the cutting deck, and damage its edge as well as the blades. ➤ EN 35 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 12
EN 36MAINTENANCE 6. MAINTENANCE 6.1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Before cleaning, maintenance or repair work, take out the ignition key and read the relevant instructions. Wear suitable clothing and strong gloves when dismantling and refitting the blades and in all other hazardous situations for hands. Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts. Faulty or worn-out parts must always be replaced and not repaired. Only use genuine spare parts: those that are not of an equivalent quality may damage the machine or endanger the safety of yourself and others. Never get rid of used oil, fuel or other pollutants in unautho- rised places! 6.1.1 L IFTING THE MACHINE VERTICALLY If you need to have easy access to the lower part of the machine it is possible to lift it vertically. Place the machine on firm and flat ground. At least two competent people should be involved in this operation to assure the neces- sary safety. Make sure that the tank does not contain more than 2 litres of fuel and insert a block of around 40 mm beneath the rear plate. Lift the machine from the front, being careful to hold on to parts that offer a firm grip, and rest it on the points shown, taking care not to damage the grass-catch- er’s brackets. Be sure of the good stability of the machine before car- rying out any type of work on the machine and avoid operations which may cause it to fall over. !DANGER! !WARNING! IMPORTANT !WARNING! !WARNING! 40 mm
EN 37 MAINTENANCE 6.2 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 6.2.1 MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL LUBRICATION Follow the diagrams which show the points requiring checks, lubricating and routine maintenance, together with the type of lubricant to be used and the fre- quency required. a) Periodic maintenance(☛6.2.2) 100502510 1.9 1.10 1.11 1.7 1.13 1.5 1.1 1.1 21) 1.2 1.2 1.3 1.12 HOURS
EN 38MAINTENANCE b) Lubrification For mechanical drive models: ➤ GREASE OIL - SAE 30 For hydrostatic drive models:➤
EN 39 MAINTENANCE 6.2.2 GUIDE TO SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE This table is to help you maintain your machine’s safety and performance. It shows the main maintenance and lubrication work, indicating the frequency with which it should be carried out. To the right of each item there is a box where you write the date or after how many hours of operation the work was carried out. WORKHOURSDONE(DAT E O RN°OFHOURS) 1. MACHINE 1.1Check of tight fixing and sharpness of blades25 1.2Blade replacement 100 1.3Check the transmission belt 25 1.4Transmission belt replacement 2)– 1.5Check the blade drive belt 25 1.6Blade drive belt replacement 2)– 1.7Check the belt connecting blades 25 1.8Replacement of belt connecting blades 2)– 1.9Check and adjustment of brake 10 1.10Check and adjustment of drive 10 1.11Check engagement and brake of blade10 1.12Check all fastenings for tight fitting 25 1.13General lubrication3)25 2. ENGINE1) 2.1Engine oil change ..... 2.2Check and cleaning of air filter ..... 2.3Air filter replacement ..... 2.4Check fuel filter ..... 2.5Fuel filter replacement ..... 2.6Check and cleaning of spark plug points..... 2.7Replacement of spark plug ..... 1)See the engine manual for the full list and frequency.2)Replace at the first signs of wear, contacting a Licensed Service Centre.3)General lubrication should also be carried out whenever the machine is to be left unused for a long period.