Instructions For Use - Grillo FD 220 R Emploi Et Maintenance

STARTING WORK
Rev up the engine and engage the PTO lever (fig. 1 n. 2). Adjust the cutting height using the lever n° 6 fig. 1.
IMPORTANT:
1) Reduce the travel speed to avoid overloading the deck when at work and cut with the blades at top speed so
the grass is chopped up quickly.
2) Always keep the blades sharp.
In case of wear, sharpen or replace them as required.
Operate the speed selection pedal (fig. 5 n. 1) gently and start work (push the pedal to position (A) to travel forward,
or (B) to reverse. Lever fig. 1 n° 7 is the parking brake; (P) is the engaged position.
GUIDELINES FOR EFFECTIVE USE
1. Check the condition of the ground before mowing. Make sure there are no stones, sticks or other objects.
2. When mowing, keep the engine at full revs and adjust the speed to suit the height of the grass. Take care when
you come to thick clumps of tall grass; slow down if necessary.
3. Sharpen the mower blades frequently; the cut will be better and the engine will be under less strain.
4. Engage the blades a few metres before you come to the grass for cutting.
5. Always keep the engine at full revs when mowing; if the engine slows down, decelerate for a moment to allow
the engine to recover rpm.
6. For best lawn appearance, alternate one longitudinal and one transverse cut, both at the same height.
7. If the duct tends to become clogged with grass, reduce the travel speed since it may be too high for the lawn's
condition. If the problem persists, probable causes are blunt blades, dented fin profiles, slack belt or clogged
grass catcher grille.
8. If the grass is very long it is best to cut it in two passes, the first with the blades at the highest level, perhaps
working on reduced width, and the second at the final height required.
9. Take great care when cutting close to bushes and low kerbs which might damage the edge of the deck and the blade.
10. When you finish work, engage the parking brake and always turn off the petrol tap (fig. 6/A).
MOWING POSITION
To adjust the cutting height use the lever n° 6 fig. 1.
On rough or uneven ground, it is best to work with the deck in the highest position, to avoid knocks on the blade.
SLOPING GROUND
If possible always travel up and down rather than across slopes. When turning, take care that the wheels on the
uphill side do not meet any obstacles (stones, logs, roots, etc.) which might make you lose control of the machine.
If the drive wheels tend to slip, screw in the deck float knob (D) fig. 7 to increase the load on the drive wheels and
improve traction. In these situations never use the cutting deck lifting pedal (fig. 1 n° 8), because it changes the
machine stability conditions. Always make an evaluation of the working conditions and take care on damp ground
or wet grass since the machine might slip. When going downhill, start off slowly and try not to drive over dry or cut grass
because the wheels lose grip. Never use this machine on gradients of more than 12,5° (22%).
GRASS CATCHER:
The grass catcher is fitted with a buzzer that sounds when it is full. Stop mowing immediately and empty the catcher.
The catcher is emptied from the driving seat by operating the lever in fig. 18; the hatch opens automatically.
The grille inside the catcher must be kept clean for good pick-up and to prevent clogging (fig.19).
To inspect the catcher, press the closing lever (fig. 20).
TRIGGERING OF SAFETY DEVICES
Remember that the engine stops whenever:
– the operator gets up from the seat.
In addition, the engine will not start if:
– the blades are engaged;
– you are not sitting in the driving seat;
– the travel pedal is not in the stop position;
– if you start off with the parking brake engaged, the engine stops.
CAUTION!
To avoid obstacles or climb onto pavements or up kerbs, use the pedal (fig. 1 n° 8). It stops the engine for safety
reasons, whether the PTO is engaged.
It is not advised to use the pedal for extended moving.
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