Using The Machine - GGP ITALY 102 Gebrauchsanweisung

1. Check that the safety devices function as described
( 5.2).
2. Check that the brake is in perfect working order.
3. Do not start mowing if the blades vibrate or if you are
unsure whether they are sharp enough. Always remember
that:
– A badly sharpened blade pulls at the grass and causes
the lawn to turn yellow.
– A loose blade causes unwanted 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
necessary checks and repairs.

5.4 USING THE MACHINE

5.4.1 Starting
DANGER!
All starting operations have to be
effected in an open or well ventilated area! ALWAYS
REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC!
stone-guard kit ( 8.2) is
available.
This has to be attached
to the rear plate as indi-
cated in the relevant
instructions.
5.3.5 Checking machine
safety and efficiency
To start the engine:
– put the transmission into neutral («N») (
– disengage the blades (
– engage the parking brake on sloping ground;
– when starting from cold, use the choke (if fitted) or put the
accelerator lever in the «CHOKE» position shown on the
label;
– if the engine is already warm, put the lever between
«SLOW» and «FAST»;
– put in the key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact,
then turn to «START» to start the engine;
– release the key once the engine has started.
When the engine has started, put the accelerator in the
«SLOW» position and close the choke (if fitted).
IMPORTANT
The choke must be closed as soon as
the engine is running smoothly. Using when the engine is
already warm can foul the spark plugs and cause the engine
to run erratically.
NOTE
Should you have difficulties in starting
do not persist with using the starter motor as this can run
down the battery or flood the engine. Turn the key to the
«OFF» position, wait for a few seconds and then repeat the
operation. If the malfunction continues, refer to chapter «7»
of this manual and to the engine manual.
IMPORTANT
Always bear in mind that the safety
devices prevent the engine from starting if safety require-
ments have not been met (
In these cases, once the situation has been corrected, the
key must first be turned back to «OFF» before the engine
can be restarted.
4.32-4.33);
4.7);
5.2).
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