GGP Italy SPA Lawn Tractor 71503773 2 Operators Manual

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– stopping the engine if even just one of the safety requirements is lacking.
a)To start the engine it will be necessary that:
– the transmission is in “neutral”;
– the blades are not engaged;
– the operator is seated or the parking brake is engaged.
b)The engine stops when:
– the operator leaves his seat when the blades are engaged;
– the operator leaves his seat when the transmission is not in “neutral”;
– the operator leaves his seat with the transmission in “neutral” but...

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5.3 DIRECTIONS BEFORE STARTING THE WORK
Before starting work, it is necessary to carry out several checks and operations
to ensure that the work gives the best results and is done in maximum safety
5.3.1 S
EAT ADJUSTMENT
To change the seat position, loosen the
four fixing bolts (1) and slide it along the
bracket slots.
Once you have found the position, tighten
the four screws (1).
5.3.2 T
YRE PRESSURE
Having the correct tyre pressure is the main condition for ensuring that...

described in the engine manual, this must be between the MIN and MAX marks
on the dipstick.
Refuel using a funnel, but do not completely fill the tank. The tanks capacity is
about 5.5 litres.
Refuelling should be carried out in an open or well venti-
lated area with engine stopped. Always remember that petrol fumes are
inflammable. DO NOT TAKE A NAKED FLAME TO THE TANK’S OPENING
IN ORDER TO SEE THE TANK’S CONTENTS AND DO NOT SMOKE WHEN
REFUELLING.
Do not drip petrol onto the plastic parts to avoid...

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If you would like to mow without using the
grass-catcher, an optional stone-guard kit  (☛
8.2) is available. This has to be attached to the
rear plate as indicated in the relevant instruc-
tions.
5.3.5 C
HECKING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SAFETY DEVICES
Check that the safety systems are working properly by simulating the various sit-
uations of usage shown in the table (☛5.2) and making sure that the correct
result is achieved for each situation.
5.3.6 C
HECKING THE BRAKING...

5.4 USING THE MACHINE
5.4.1 S
TARTING
All starting operations have to be effected in an open or
well ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE
TOXIC!
To start the engine:
– open the fuel stopcock (1) ( if fitted);
– put the transmission into neutral («N»)  (☛4.22 or
4.32);
– disengage the blades  (☛4.7);
– engage the parking brake on sloping ground;
– when starting from cold, move the accelerator lever
to the «CHOKE» position shown on the label;
– if the engine is already warm, just put the...

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engine from starting if safety requirements have not been met (☛5.2).
In these cases, once the situation has been corrected, the key must first be
turned back to «OFF» before the engine can be restarted.
5.4.2 S
TARTING AND MOVING WITHOUT MOWING
This machine has not been approved for use on public
roads. It has to be used (as indicated by the highway code) in private
areas closed to traffic.
When moving the machine, the blades must be disengaged
and the cutting deck put at...

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Drive must be engaged in the way already described
(
☛4.32) to prevent sudden engagement from causing tipping up and loss
of control of the vehicle, particularly on slopes.
5.4.3 B
RAKING
First, reduce the machine’s speed by reducing the engine’s r.p.m. and then push
the brake pedal (☛4.21 or 4.31) to further reduce the speed until the machine
stops.
For hydrostatic drive models:
The machine already slows down considerably by just
releasing the drive pedal.
5.4.4 R
EVERSE...

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– start moving forwards onto the grass area very gradually and with particular
caution, as already described;
– adjust the forward speed and the cutting height  (☛4.8) according to the lawn
condition (height, density and dampness of the grass). On flat ground, these
general conditions can be followed:
High and dense grass - wet lawn 2 km/h
Average condition grass 3,5 ... 5,5 km/h
Low grass - dry lawn over 5,5 km/h
For hydrostatic drive models:
The speed is controlled in a...

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– engage the parking brake on slopes;
– pull out the lever (1) and tip up the grass-
catcher to empty it;
– close up the grass-catcher so that it hooks
onto the pawl (2).
At times the audible
warning may be heard at the moment of
engaging the blade even when the grass-
catcher has been emptied. This is due to
grass-cuttings left on the sensor (3) of the
micro-switch. To stop the signal, disengage
the blade and then immediately engage it
again.
Always keep the sensor (3) free...

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5.4.9 END 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 seconds 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...