GGP Italy SPA Lawn Mower 71503766 3 Operators Manual

3.6 FITTING THE GRASS-CATCHER
Identify the screws to be used by following the drawing that shows them in their
actual size.
1. Fit the upper frame (1) in the upper slots (2) of the canvas cover (3);
2. join the two pieces of the frame (1) and (4) using the screws (5). Fit the two tie
rods (6) and fasten them by using the screws (7);
3. hook the plastic profiles (8) onto the front frame tubes (4) with the aid of a
screwdriver (9).
4. insert the handle (10) into the holes of the cover (11) and attach this...

4. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
4.1. STEERING WHEEL
Turns the front wheels.
4.2 C
LUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL
This pedal has a double function: during the first part of its travel it acts as a
clutch, engaging and disengaging drive to the wheels, and in the second part it
works the brake.
Do not keep the pedal half way of clutch engagement or dis-
engagement, as this can cause overheating and damage the transmission belt.
When the machine is in movement, keep your foot off the
pedal.
4.3 P
ARKING BRAKE LEVER
This...

two positions:
«A» = Brake off 
«B» = Brake engaged
– The brake is engaged by pressing the pedal (4.3) right down and moving the
lever to position «B». When you take your foot off the pedal it will be blocked
by the lever in the down position.
– To disengage the parking brake, press the pedal (4.3). The lever will return to
position «A».
4.4 S
PEED CHANGE LEVER
This lever has five positions for the three forward gears, the neutral position «N»,
and reverse «R». 
– To change gear, press the pedal (4.3)...

In the electric start models
4.11 K
EY IGNITION SWITCH
This key operated control has three
positions:
«OFF»  everything is
switched off;
«ON» activates all parts;
«START» engages the
starter motor.
On being released at the «START»
position, the key will automatically
return to «ON».
4.12 A
CCELERATOR LEVEL
Regulates the engines r.p.m. The positions are indicated on a plate showing
the following symbols:
«CHOKE» starting from cold  
«SLOW» for minimum engine speed
«FAST»  for maximum engine speed
– The...

Then put the handle back in its
seat, guiding the cable as it auto-
matically rewinds.
4.22 A
CCELERATOR LEVEL
It regulates the rpm and stops the
engine. 
The positions are indicated on the
plate showing the following sym-
bols:
«OFF» for switching off the engine
«CHOKE» starting from cold 
«SLOW» for minimum engine speed
«FAST»  for maximum engine speed
– The «CHOKE» position enriches the mixture so must only be used for the
time necessary when starting from cold.
– When moving from one area to another,...

EN 15 HOW 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...

a)The engine must only be started in the following conditions:
– the transmission is in “neutral”;
– the blade is not engaged;
– the operator is seated or the parking brake is engaged. 
b)The engine stops when:
– the operator leaves his seat when the blade is engaged;
– the operator leaves his seat with a gear engaged;
– the grass-catcher is lifted without disengaging the blade;
– the blade is engaged without the grass-catcher in place;
– the parking brake is engaged without disengaging the blade.  
5.3...

EN 17 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.3.3 FILLING WITH OIL AND FUEL
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.
The type of oil and fuel to be used is given in the engine
manual.
With the engine stopped, check its oil level.
1. to reach the plug (1), remove the engine
cover (2) with the aid of a...

5.3.4 FITTING THE PROTECTIONS AT THE EXIT
(GRASS CATCHER)
Never use the machine
without having fitted the exit protection!
Hook the grass-catcher (1) onto the brackets
(2) and centre it up with the rear plate, so
that the two reference marks (3) coincide.
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 (☛5.2) and by making sure that the correct result is achieved
for each situation.
If the check...

EN 19 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.4 USING THE MACHINE
5.4.1 S
TARTING THE ENGINE
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:
1. sit on the seat and press the brake pedal right down  (☛4.3);
2. put the transmission into neutral («N») (☛4.4);
3. disengage the blade (☛4.6);
4. when starting from cold, put the accelerator lever in the «CHOKE» position
shown on the label  (☛4.12 - 4.22). Alternatively, if the...