GGP Italy SPA Lawn Mower 102-122 Instructions Manual

EN 20HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
The machine must only be used for the purpose for
which it was designed (cutting and collection of grass).
Do not tamper with or remove the safety devices fitted to the machine.
REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE
AND INJURIES TO OTHERS. Before using the machine:
– read the general safety regulations ( 
☛ 1.2), paying particular attention
to driving and cutting on slopes;
– carefully read the instructions...

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a)To start the engine it will be necessary that:
– the transmission is in “neutral”;
– the blades are not engaged;
– the operator is seated or the parking brake is engaged.
b)The engine stops when:
– the operator leaves his seat when the blades are engaged;
– the operator leaves his seat when the transmission is not in “neutral”;
– the operator leaves his seat with the transmission in “neutral” but without
engaging the parking brake;
– the grass-catcher is lifted or the...

EN 22HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.3 DIRECTIONS BEFORE STARTING THE WORK
Before starting to work it is necessary to carry out several of checks and opera-
tions to ensure that the work gives the best results and is done in maximum
safety.
5.3.1 S
EAT ADJUSTMENT
The sliding seat can be adjusted into six
positions.
The position is changed by pulling up the
handle (1) and sliding the seat along to the
notch of the position wanted.
5.3.2 T
YRE PRESSURE
Having the correct tyre pressure is the
main condition for...

described in the engine manual, this must be between the MIN and MAX marks
on the dipstick.
Refuel using a funnel, but do not completely fill the tank.
The tanks capacity is about 7 litres. 
Refuelling should be carried out in an open or well venti-
lated area with engine stopped. Always remember that petrol fumes are
inflammable. DO NOT TAKE A NAKED FLAME TO THE TANK’S OPENING
IN ORDER TO SEE THE TANK’S CONTENTS AND DO NOT SMOKE WHEN
REFUELLING.
Do not drip petrol onto the plastic parts to avoid...

If you would like to mow without using the
grass-catcher, an optional 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 C
HECKING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SAFETY DEVICES
Check that the safety systems are working properly by simulating the various sit-
uations of usage shown in the table (☛5.2) and making sure that the correct
result is achieved for each situation.
5.3.6 C
HECKING THE BRAKING SYSTEM
Make sure that the...

5.4 USING THE MACHINE
5.4.1 S
TARTING
All starting operations have to be effected in an open or
well ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE
TOXIC!
To start the engine:
– open the fuel stopcock (1) ( (if fitted);
– put the transmission into neutral («N») (☛4.22 or
4.32);
– disengage the blades (☛4.9);
– engage the parking brake on sloping ground;
– when starting from cold, use the choke ( if fitted)
or put the accelerator lever in the «CHOKE» posi-
tion shown on the label;
– if the engine...

engine from starting if safety requirements have not been met (☛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..
5.4.2 S
TARTING AND MOVING WITHOUT MOWING
This machine has not been approved for use on public
roads. It has to be used (as indicated by the highway code) in private
areas closed to traffic.
When moving the machine, the blades must be disengaged
and the cutting deck put at its highest position (position...

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Drive must be engaged in the way already described
(
☛4.32) to prevent sudden engagement from causing tipping up and
loss of control of the vehicle, particularly on slopes.
5.4.3 B
RAKING
First, reduce the machine’s speed by reducing the engine’s r.p.m. and then push
the brake pedal  (☛4.21 or 4.31) to further reduce the speed until the machine
stops.
For hydrostatic drive models:
The machine already slows down considerably by just
releasing the drive pedal.
5.4.4 R
EVERSE...

deck from damaging the lawn if the ground is uneven. The higher position
excludes this possibility.
To change the position, unscrew and remove the
pin (1) then reposition the wheel (2) in the upper
and lower hole of the wale corresponding to the
wheel diameter.
This work is to be done to
all four wheels, WITH THE ENGINE OFF
AND THE BLADES DISENGAGED.
To start cutting:
– put the accelerator into the «FAST» position;
– bring the cutting deck to the highest position;
– engage the blades  (☛4.9);
– start...

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5.4.6 EMPTYING THE GRASS-CATCHER
This operation can only be done with the blades disen-
gaged, otherwise the engine stops.
Do not let the grass-catcher become too full as this may block the collector
channel.
When the grass-catcher is full there is an intermittent audible warning. At this
point:
– lower the engine speed;
– go into neutral (N) (☛4.22 or 4.32) and stop
forward movement;
– disengage the blades (☛4.9) and the audible
signal will stop;
– engage the parking brake...