Instructions For Use; Maintenance And Lubrication; End Of Season Maintenance - Grillo G55 Emploi Et Entretien

– check that the electric wire to switch off is correctly connected to the engine.
IN CASE OF LONG IDLE PERIODS
Should the machine not be used for a long time:
- fully empty the fuel tank.
- thoroughly clean both the engine and the walking tractor.
CAUTION!
- Before performing any cleaning, maintenance or repair operation always wear suitable
clothing and working gloves.
- When the machine or part of it is lifted to carry out maintenance operations, always
remember to use suitable fixing tools such as holders and safety locks.
- When carrying out maintenance operations and/or when the machine is tilted without
safety locks or supports, never leave it unguarded in places where inexperienced people
and children could have easy access to it.
- Protect the environment: carefully dispose of used oils, petrol and any other pollutant
product!
- Effective maintenance and correct lubrication help to keep the machine fully efficient.
RUNNING-IN – Replace the engine oil within the first 20 working hours.
ENGINE – Follow the instructions on lubrication intervals in the relative manual. In general, users
are advised to check the oil level every 8 working hours and to replace it every 100 hours. Always
use engine oil 15W40. Check the air filter every 8 working hours or more often in very dusty
conditions. If necessary add engine oil (see the engine manual). For dry air filter replace the
cartridge should this be clogged (never clean it with compressed air).
GEARBOX—Check the oil level every 50 working hours by removing the cap. The oil level must be
between the two notches with the walking tractor in horizontal position. If necessary add MP 80
W/90 (API GL5 US-MIL-L-2105D) oil. Replace the oil once a year.
TIPS FOR EFFICIENT USE
1) Always release the red clutch lever (fig. 3, n. 2) before shifting form the forward gear to the
reverse gear and vice-versa.
2) Always release the red clutch lever (fig. 3, n. 2) before engaging the PTO.
3) Never leave the machine exposed to bad weather condition.
4) Keep cables and lever always clean from dust and residues.
5) Never force the reverse gear: If the gear does not engage immediately, do not force the lever
but press and release it repeatedly until the gear engages.
6) Never strain the engine: if smoke comes out of the exhaust, slow down.
7) Even impossible ground can be tilled, but the machine must be well run-in first.
8) Frequently check the tyre pressure.
9) When fitting the implements (e.g. rotary tiller) take care not to damage the centring device of the
walking tractor gearbox (fig. 2).

END OF SEASON MAINTENANCE

Carefully wash the walking tractor, replace the oil in engine and the gearbox oil, clean the air filter.
Sharpen the hoes and grease them. Replace them if worn. IMPORTANT: The hoes of Grillo
walking tractors are made of a special steel subjected to heat treatments. Never weld the
hoes if broken or cracked, because they could break and be flung away becoming therefore
highly dangerous for people and objects around.
Translation of the Original Instructions

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

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