Grillo CLIMBER 9.18, Operator'S Manual, Page: 12 / 44

Climber 9.22 / Translation of the original instructions
CUTTING HEIGTH: from 30 to 90 mm (from ± 1.2'' to ± 3.5'') with 4 different cutting positions and 1 transfer position.
WORK CAPACITY: approx. 7200 m²/h (± 1.7 acres per hour)
STEERING RADIUS: 380 mm (±14.9'')
FUEL TANK: 13 litres - RESERVE: 3 litres - FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR
ATTACHMENTS: turf wheels set, mulching kit for 91 cm (±36’’) cutting deck, ball for tow bar.
SIZES: Length > 1800 mm (± 71'') – Width > 990 mm (± 38.9'') – Height > 1070 mm (± 42.1'')
WEIGHT: 307 kg (± 675 lb)
PUTTING THE MACHINE INTO SERVICE
1) Check that the machine has not been damaged in transit.
2) Check the oil levels of the engine, hydrostatic transmission and final drive.
3) Check the tyre pressure:
– 1 BAR front wheels 13×50/6
– 1.5 BAR rear wheels 17×8.00-8
4) Check the battery voltage; it must be at least 12,5 Volts. If necessary, charge the battery with a battery charger set at 12
volts on slow charge for 2 hours. IMPORTANT! During assembly take care not to reverse the polarity of the battery.
BATTERY – CAUTION!
The gases released by the battery are explosive, keep it away from open flames or sparks. Check the liquid level periodically
and keep the terminals lubricated with appropriate grease.
RUNNING IN – CAUTION!!
Change the engine oil and filter after the first 20 working hours. Check that there are no oil leaks or loosen screws, especially
those which fix the blade, the steering and the wheels. Adjust the tension of the hydrostatic transmission belts (fig. 16).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE STARTING UP THE ENGINE
Before starting up the engine, always check that:
– the engine oil level is correct (fig. 2)
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the oil in the hydraulic engine is at the correct level (fig. 3)
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the forward level is in neutral position (fig. 1B, no. 2)
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the engine cooling intake grids are clean (fig. 5)
– air filter is clean (fig. 6 - fig. 6A)
– the cutter deck is clean
– the hydraulic engine fins are clean (fig. 7)
– the blades are sharp and firmly fastened in place
– the screw in the centre of the blade hub is safely tightened (fig. 1C, no.3)
Fill the fuel tank using a funnel with very fine filter (fig. 1A, no. 4).
STARTING THE ENGINE
– Push the throttle half way in (fig. 1B, no.5).
– If the engine is cold, use the choke (fig. 1B, no.6). Turn the ignition key on the dashboard (fig.1, no. 7).
– Once the engine has started, turn off the choke and wait for a few minutes to allow the engine to warm up.
– To switch off the engine put the ignition key in the STOP position (fig.1, no. 7).
Important: When moving the mower from one place to another, keep the cutter deck at the maximum height setting.
STARTING WORK
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Choose the desired cutting height using the lever (fig. 1D, no. 8). Suitably accelerate the engine and engage the PTO lever
(fig. 1, no. 1). Gently operate the forward lever (fig. 1B, no. 2) and start work.
To stop, return the forward lever to the stop position. The forward lever can be returned to the stop position by pushing the brake
pedal too (fig. 23, no. 1).
– The lever (fig. 1B, no. 2) is also used to reverse. When it is moved back, the machine moves backwards – always operate it
gently. Releasing the lever, this turns back automatically to the neutral position.
FRONT BRAKE
The front brake (fig. 23, no. 1) must be used only as emergency brake on slopes to avoid the sliding of the machine. When it is
used together with the differential lock, it makes the machine very steady on slopes. The forward lever is normally used to slow
down and to brake.
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