Operation
Checking machine safety and efficiency
1. Check that the safety devices function as described (
Why the safety devices cut in).
2. Check that the brake is in perfect working order.
3. Do not start mowing if the cutting means vibrate or if you are unsure whether they are
sharp enough. Always remember that:
– A badly sharpened cutting means pulls at the grass and causes the lawn to turn yellow.
– A loose cutting means causes abnormal vibrations and can be dangerous.
WARNING!
Do not use the machine if you are unsure whether it is working
safely or efficiently. If in doubt, contact your Dealer immediately to make the neces-
sary checks or repairs.
USING THE MACHINE
Starting
To start the engine:
– open the fuel stopcock (1) (if fitted) accessing it from
the left rear wheel compartment;
– put the transmission into neutral («N»)
(
page 22, n. 12 - 22);
– disengage the cutting means (
page 20, n. 3);
– apply the parking brake on sloping ground;
– for a cold start, use the choke (
page 21, n. 6);
– if the engine is already warm or without a choke, just
put the lever between «SLOW» and «FAST»;
– insert the ignition key (
page 21, n. 5) and turn
to «ON» to make electrical contact, then turn to
«START» to start the engine;
– release the ignition key once the engine has started.
After the machine has run for a few seconds, put the
accelerator lever on «START» and then on «SLOW».
IMPORTANT
The choke (if provided) must be closed as soon as the engine is running
smoothly. Using it when the engine is already warm can foul the spark plugs and cause the
engine to run erratically.
NOTE
If there are engine starting problems, do not insist as you can risk running the bat-
tery flat and flooding the engine. Turn the key to the «OFF» position, wait for a few seconds
and then repeat the operation. If the malfunction persists, refer to the engine manual and
«Troubleshooting» section in this manual.
IMPORTANT
Always bear in mind that the safety devices prevent the engine from start-
ing if safety requirements have not been met (see 5.2). In these cases, once the situation
has been corrected, the key must first be turned back to «OFF» before the engine can be
restarted.
Moving without mowing
When moving the machine:
– disengage the cutting means;
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