- Never work near people, in particular children or
animals, within a radius of 20 meters around the
machine: the user must absolutely remain at the
controls of the handles.
- On hard ground, pay particular attention because
the machine will have the tendency to be much
less stable than on cultivated ground.
Ordinary maintenance
- Important: it is essential to perform regular and careful maintenance operations to maintain the
original safety levels and performance of the machine long term.
Store this machine in a dry place.
- Wash the machine carefully with water after every use; remove the detritus and mud that have accumulated to
prevent it drying so they become hard to remove.
- Over time, the paint on the interior part of the frame may wear off due to the abrasive action of the sod
removed; in that case, immediately retouch with rustproof pain to prevent rust from forming which will cause the
metal to corrode.
- Should it be necessary to access the lower section, tilt the machine only on the side indicated in the engine
manual, following the relative instructions.
- Avoid pouring the fuel on the plastic parts of the engine or the machine, to avoid damaging them, and
immediately clean any trace of petrol that may have spilled. The warranty does not cover damages which
occurred to the plastic parts caused by the petrol.
- Draining is done with the motor hot. The reduction housing is lubricated at the factory. Therefore it does not
require any maintenance.
- Check the condition of the air filter. Clean the cartridge every 25 hours of use by gently tapping on a flat surface.
Replace it if necessary.
- Check the cleanliness condition of the engine. Regularly clean the cooling blades as well as all the places blocked
by dust or grass.
- Regularly check the condition of the spark plug as well as the electrodes.
In case of impact, abnormal noise, or if the machine is damaged, goes to a specialised workshop.
-
maintenance in a specialised workshop is mandatory to retain the warranty.
- Periodically maintain and check the tightening of all the nuts, bolts and tightened screws to ensure that the
equipment is in a condition to operate safely.
- If the tank has to be drained, do this operation outdoors. The fuel drained should be collected
- Petrol is highly flammable; store the fuel in containers specially prepared for this purpose.
DANGER
- Never store a machine with tank which still contains petrol in a room where the fumes could
Petrol
- Fill with fuel using a funnel, only outdoors, and do not smoke during the operation, or any
- Before starting the engine, fill it up; never add petrol, and never remove the cap of the tank,
- If the petrol spills onto the ground, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the machine
- Replace the tank and petrol feeder correctly (replace the defective exhaust mufflers).
- Lubricate the various joints (engine oil).
in a container specially prepared for this purpose and disposed of with the greatest care.
reach a flame or a spark.
time you handle fuel.
when the engine is operating or is hot.
away from this area and avoid causing any flame until the petrol fumes have dissipated.
- Never use the machine on slopes greater than 10°
(17%)
- The use of accessories other than those recommended
can make the machine dangerous and cause damage to
your machine which will not be covered by your
warranty.
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