Grillo FD 280 Manuel D'utilisation page 19

ELECTRICS
The electrical system is protected by fuses which cut out the entire system if tripped. The fuses are located
inside the bodywork close to the seat (fig. 30). After identifying and repairing the fault, replace the blown
fuse with another of the same rating. Never replace a fuse with one of different rating. If the problems
persist after the above procedures have been carried out, contact your Authorised Service Centre. Never
attempt to carry out complex repairs if you do not have the necessary equipment and technical skills. If the
engine or the battery are out of order, it is possible to open the grass catcher manually, removing the fixing pin
of the electric actuator (fig. 31).
FINISHING WORK
When you finish mowing, take your foot off the pedal in order to stop (fig. 1 n. 1), set the throttle lever on idling
speed and turn off the engine by turning the key (fig. 1 n. 5) to STOP position. Engage the parking brake and
always turn off the petrol tap (fig. 7 ref. A).
CLEANING
Internal cutting deck washing: this operation must be done on a solid floor. You have to connect a water pipe in
the proper joint (fig.32) and let the water flow in for a few minutes:
- the driver must be seated at the driver's seat.
- the engine must be in motion;
- the gearbox must be in neutral gear;
- the blade must be engaged.
During the cutting deck washing, the cutting deck must be set in the lowest position.
Never use a high-pressure water cleaner to wash out the engine compartment; use compressed air or a vacuum
cleaner.
CHARGE CHUTE
Remove the charge chute by pulling it toward high (fig. 33), after having opened the grass catcher.
LENGTHY PERIODS IN STORE
The machine should be stored in a dry place protected from the weather; cover it with a sheet of canvas if
possible. If it is to be out of use for more than 1 month, disconnect the negative battery lead and follow the
instructions in the engine handbook; also lubricate all the joints. Check the battery voltage periodically, ensuring
that it does not drop below 12 Volts. If this occurs, charge the battery.
If the machine is to be out of use for more than 30 days (models with petrol engine), drain the fuel from the
engine to prevent sticky deposits from forming in the fuel intake system or in vital parts of carburettor. To avoid
this procedure, it is possible to save fuel in storage up to 12 months by using an appropriate fuel stabilizer. Add
the such additive to the fuel in the tank or in the fuel container. Run the engine for a while to let the stabilizer get
into the fuel system. Caution: if the engine is fed with petrol containing alcohol, drain the fuel tank and run the
engine until there is no fuel left.
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
If the machine has to be transported on a lorry or a trailer, engage the parking brake and fasten it to the vehicle
using ropes or cables.
FD280/ Translation of the original instructions
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