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5. CONTROLS
5.1 MANUAL START HANDGRIP (Fig.8.A)
5.2 PUSH-BUTTON ELECTRIC START (Fig.8.B)
5.3 ENGINE BRAKE LEVER / CUTTING BLADE
(Fig.9.A)
5.4 DRIVE LEVER (Fig.9.B)
IMPORTANT The engine must be started only with
the drive OFF.
IMPORTANT Avoid moving the machine backwards
when the drive is ON.
5.5 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Do this when the cutting blade is stationary.
• Adjustment ( See Fig.10.A)
6. USING THE MACHINE
IMPORTANT For instructions on the engine and the
battery (if applicable), refer to the corresponding manuals.
6.1 PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES
Place the machine in a stable horizontal position on the
ground.
6.1.1 Filling with oil and fuel
IMPORTANT The machine is supplied without engine oil
and without fuel.
Before using the machine, refuel and top/up with oil; refer to
the owner's manual of the engine at par. 7.2.1/7.2.2.
6.1.2 Preparing the machine before starting work
NOTE This machine can be used to mow lawns in
various ways;
a. Preparation for grass cutting and collection in
the grass catcher:
1. For side discharge models: make sure that the
guard (Fig. 11.A) is lowered and locked by the
safety lever (Fig. 11.B).
2. I nsert the grass catcher (Fig.11.C) .
b. Preparation for grass cutting and rear grass
discharge on the ground:
1. Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.12.A) and fit the pin
(Fig.12.B).
2. For models with side discharge: make sure that the
guard (Fig. 12.C) is lowered and locked by the safety
lever (Fig. 12.D).
To remove the pin: see Fig.12.A/B.
c. Preparation for grass mowing and chopping
(mulching function):
Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.13.A) and fit the chute
cap (Fig.13.B) in the discharge opening, keeping it
slightly tilted to the right. Fasten it by fitting the two pins
(Fig.13.B.1) into the holes provided until it clicks into place.
For models with side discharge: make sure that the side
discharge guard (Fig. 13.C/D) is lowered and locked by the
safety lever (Fig. 13.D).
d. Preparation for grass cutting and side
discharge on the ground:
1. Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.14.A) and fit the
chute cap (Fig.14.B) in the discharge opening,
keeping it slightly tilted to the right. Fasten it by fitting
the two pins (Fig.14.B.1) into the holes provided until
clicks into place.
2 Slightly push the safety lever (Fig.14.C) and lift the
side discharge guard (Fig.14.D).
3. Insert the side discharge chute (Fig.14.E).
4 Close the side discharge guard (Fig.14.D) so as to
lock the side discharge chute (Fig.14.E).
To remove the side discharge chute:
5. Slightly push the safety lever (Fig.14.C) and lift the
side discharge guard (Fig.14.D).
6. Release the side discharge chute (Fig.14.E).
6.1.3 Handle inclination adjustment (Fig.15/16)
Do this when the cutting blade is stationary.
6.2 SAFETY CHECKS
Always carry out the safety checks before use.
6.2.1 Safety check before every use
• Check the integrity and the correct mounting
of all components of the machine;
• make sure that all fastenings are correctly tightened;
• keep all surfaces of the machine clean and dry.
6.2.2 Machine operating test
Action Result
1. Start the machine
(par. 6.3).
2. Release the engine
brake lever / cutting
blade.
1. The cutting blade
should move.
2. The levers should
return automatically
and rapidly to the
neutral position, the
motor must switch off
and the cutting blade
must stop within a few
seconds.