Warnings - Grillo FD 280 Manuel D'utilisation

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing our Grillo FD 280. We are confident that this machine will fully satisfy all your
requirements. To use and maintain the mower at its best, we urge you to read and observe carefully the
instructions given in this handbook; this will ensure the best possible results and will also safeguard your
investment. Please keep this handbook in a safe place. It should accompany the machine throughout its
working life.
ATTENTION! Read carefully before switching the engine on. The following
warnings are important for the operator's
Caution is the main safeguard in preventing accidents!
We urge you to read the following warnings for use of the mower before starting any work at all.
Improper use of the mower and its equipment can be dangerous; to minimise risks, always observe the
necessary precautions set out below:
1) Read the whole of this manual before turning on and using the mower for the first time.
2) Pay particular attention to the warnings and safety labels set around the mower.
3) The mower blade is very dangerous when rotating; never place hands or feet underneath the mower
deck.
4) Before allowing others to use the machine, make sure they are aware of the safety precautions and how it
is used.
5) Before starting work always change into suitable working clothes, gloves, boots and goggles.
6) Wear special acoustic protections (ear-caps) during work).
7) Before turning on the machine, make sure there are no persons around it; especially children.
8) Before driving the machine in reverse, make sure there are no persons or obstacles in the way.
9) Check the condition of the ground before mowing. Make sure there are no stones, sticks or other objects
which could be run over and become very dangerous when projected.
10) If any impact with a foreign object occurs, disengage the blade, turn off the engine, remove the ignition key
and examine the lawnmower; if the machine vibrates, have it repaired.
11) Before getting off the mower, turn off the engine, disengage the PTO, remove the ignition key and lower the
deck to its lowest position.
12) Always drive slowly along uneven paths.
13) Keep the speed down when driving down slopes.
14) Always turn slowly when driving downhill.
15) The user is always liable for any damage caused to third parties.
16) Deformed or damaged blades must always be replaced, never just repaired.
17) Always use original GRILLO spare parts and accessories.
18) Only work in sunlight or under effective artificial lightning.
19) Only store fuel in suitable containers designed for the purpose.
20) Be very careful when working close to a road.
21) Lift and empty the grass catcher only when the machine is motionless and on a flat ground.
22) Allow the engine to cool before putting the machine away in a closed environment.
IMPROPER USE TO BE AVOIDED
23) Do not allow passengers to ride on the machine.
24) Do not allow under-age people to operate the machine: its us is prohibited to children under 16 years old.
25) Do not operate the machine when tired or after drinking alcohol.
26) Do not operate the mower near to ditches or verges which could collapse under the weight of the machine,
FD280/ Translation of the original instructions
HYDROSTATIC LAWNMOWER
FD280

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