Operating Modes And Work Techniques; Work Techniques - GGP ITALY SPA B 26 J Manuel D'utilisation

Cutting device speed is regulated by the throttle
trigger (2), located on the rear handgrip (6) or the
right handgrip (6a) of the handlebar.
The throttle trigger only works if the lockout (3) is
pressed at the same time.
The movement is transmitted from the engine
to the transmission shaft by a centrifugal mass
clutch that prevents the shaft from moving when
the engine is running at minimum speed.
WARNING! The cutting device must not
move when the engine is running idle. If the
cutting device moves when the engine is
running idle, contact your dealer to correctly
regulate the engine.
The correct running speed will be achieved by
pressing the throttle trigger (2) as far as possible.
IMPORTANT Avoid using the engine at full pow-
er for the first 6-8 working hours.
3.3 STOPPING THE MACHINE (Fig. 7)
To stop the machine:
– R elease the throttle trigger (2) and allow the
engine to run idle for a few seconds.
– S et the switch (1) to position «O».
WARNING! When you have reduced
speed to a minimum, it will take a few sec-
onds for the cutting device to stop.
4. OPERATING MODES AND WORK
TECHNIQUES
To respect people and the environment:
– T ry not to cause any disturbance.
– S crupulously comply with local regulations
and provisions for the disposal of waste mate-
rials after cutting.
– S crupulously comply with local regulations
and provisions for the disposal of oils, petrol,
damaged parts or any elements which have a
strong impact on the environment.
WARNING! Always wear suitable cloth-
ing when using the machine. Your dealer can
provide you with all the information on the
most suitable accident-prevention devices to
guarantee your safety.
4.1 USING THE HARNESS (Fig. 9)
WARNING! The machine must always
be used connected to the harness worn cor-
rectly. Frequently check the efficiency of the
quick release in order to free the machine
quickly from the belts in the event of danger.
The harness must be put on before connecting
the machine to the special coupling and the belts
must be adjusted to suit the operator's height
and stature.
If the machine has more than one coupling hole,
use the most favourable point for keeping the
machine balanced when working.
– f or machines weighing less than 7.5 kg, single
or double belt models can be used;
– o nly the double belt model must be used for
machines weighing more than 7.5 kg.
4.1.1 Single belt model
The belt (1) must go over the left shoulder to-
wards the right hip.
4.1.2 Double belt model
The belt (2) must be worn with:
– t he machine's support and snap-hook cou-
pling on the right side;
– t he release in front (2.2);
– t he belts cross-over on the operator's back
(2.3);
– t he buckle properly fastened on the left side
(2.4).
The belts must be tensioned so that the load is
evenly distributed on the shoulders.
4.2 MACHINE OPERATING MODES
WARNING! When working, the machine
must always be firmly held in both hands,
keeping the power unit on the right of the
body and the cutting group below the line of
the belt.
Before tackling a mowing job for the first time it
is advisable to gain the necessary familiarity with
the machine and the most suitable cutting tech-
niques, finding out how to wear the harnesses
correctly, firmly gripping the machine and mak-
ing the movements required by the job.
Choose the most suitable cutting device for the
job to be done and prepare the machine as indi-
cated in chapter 2).

4.3 WORK TECHNIQUES

4.3.1 3-point blade (Fig. 10)
Start cutting above the undergrowth and then
move down with the scything blade so as to cut
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