GGP Italy SPA Lawn Mower 90-92 Instructions Manual

with the hole on the shaft and insert the pin (3) using a hammer. Make sure the end
comes right through to the opposite side.
To avoid damage to the steering wheel, use a punch or a screw-
driver of the same size as the pin when hammering it through the hole.
3.3 FITTING THE SEAT
Mount the seat (1) on the plate (2) using the
screws (3).
3.4 MOUNTING THE FRONT BUMPER (if
provided)
Mount the front bumper (1) on the bottom of
the frame (2) using the four screws (3).
3.5 ACTIVATING AND CONNECTING THE...

battery and dispose of the battery
in accordance with the regula-
tions in force.
Unfasten the elastic tie rod (2) and
remove the battery and the guard
(3). 
Pour the electrolytic solution (4) (acid not supplied: specific
weight 1.280 or 31.5° Baumé) up to the indicated level, dis-
tributing it evenly among the six cells.
Close the six caps (5) supplied and charge the battery.
Put the battery back on the machine. The elastic tie-rod (2)
should be positioned behind the battery filler caps (5).
After...

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4.1 STEERING WHEEL
Turns the front wheels.
4.2 THROTTLE
This regulates the engines r.p.m. The positions are indicated on a plate showing the
following symbols:
«CHOKE» cold starting 
«SLOW» for minimum engine speed
«FAST»  for maximum engine speed
–The «CHOKE» position enriches the mixture so must only be used for the time nec-
essary when starting from cold.
–When moving from one area to another, put the lever in a position between «SLOW»
and «FAST».
–When cutting, shift into «FAST».
4.3 KEY...

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«START»  connects the starter motor.
If you release the key on «START», it will automatically return to «ON».
4.4 PARKING BRAKE
This brake stops the machine from moving when it has been parked. There are two
positions:
«A» = Brake off
«B» = Brake on
–The brake is applied by pressing the pedal right down (4.21 or 4.31) and moving the
lever to position «B». When you take your foot off the pedal it will be blocked by the
lever in the lowered position.
–To disengage the parking...

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4.8 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
There are seven positions for this lever (shown as «1» to «7» on the label), which corre-
spond to various heights between 3 and 8 cm.
–To go from one height to another, press the release button at the end of the lever.
4.9 LEVER FOR TIPPING THE GRASS-CATCHER  ( if present)
This pull-out lever tips and empties the grass-catcher. This means less work for the
operator.
4.21 CLUTCH / BRAKE PEDAL
This pedal has two functions: during the first part of its travel it...

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4.31 BRAKE PEDAL
This pedal works the brake on the rear wheels.
4.32 DRIVE PEDAL
This pedal engages drive in the wheels and controls the machines forward and
reverse speeds.
–To engage forward drive, press it towards «F» with your toe-cap. As you increase
the pressure on the pedal, the speed of the machine increases.
–Reverse is engaged by pressing the pedal with the heel towards «R».
–The pedal automatically goes into neutral «N» when released.
Only shift into reverse when...

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5.1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
The machine must only be used for the purpose for which it
was designed (cutting and collecting grass). 
Do not tamper with or remove the safety devices fitted on the machine.
REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE AND
INJURY 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 for use, make sure you are...

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–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 applying
the parking brake;
–the grass-catcher is lifted or the stone-guard is removed when the blades are
engaged;
–the parking brake is engaged without...

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5.3.3 Filling with oil and fuel
The engine manual
indicates what type of oil and fuel you can
use.
With the engine off, check the oil level.
According to the instructions 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 6
litres. 
Refuelling should be
carried out in an open or well-ventilated
area with the engine off. Always
remember that petrol fumes are...

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If you decide to mow without the grass-catcher,
you can mount an optional stone-guard kit  (
☛8.2).
This has to be attached to the rear plate as indicat-
ed in the instructions.
5.3.5 Checking machine safety and efficiency
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...