GGP Italy SPA Riding Mower 71503766 3 Operators Manual

malfunction persist, refer to chapter«7» of this manual and the engine manu-
al.
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 blade must be disengaged
and the cutting deck put at its highest position (position «5»).
To start the forward movement:
1. put the accelerator control between the «SLOW» and «FAST» positions;
2. push the...

EN 21 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.4.5 GRASS CUTTING
The machine is not designed for heavy-duty use or for mow-
ing large quantities of grass.
The blade is engaged by means of a clutch device. To avoid
damage or premature wear of the friction elements, strictly observe the follow-
ing instructions.
To start cutting:
1. remove any foreign objects that could be hit by the blade (stones,
branches, bones, wire etc.) and mark off the position of hidden
elements that cannot be moved (roots, sprinklers etc.);
2....

must be reduced to ensure safe conditions  ( ☛ 1.2 - 5.5).
– Lower the speed whenever you note a reduction in engine speed, since a for-
ward speed that is too fast compared to the amount of grass being cut will
never mow the grass well.
– Disengage the blade and put the cutting deck in the highest position whenev-
er you need to get past an obstacle or a hump.
– Use the 3rd gear only when moving the machine from one area to the other.
5.4.6 E
MPTYING THE GRASS-CATCHER
The grass-catcher is full when the...

EN 23 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
5.4.8 END OF MOWING
When you have finished mowing, disengage the blade, lower the engine speed
and ride the machine with the cutting deck in the highest position.
5.4.9 E
ND OF WORK
Once you have finished mowing, stop the machine and engage the parking
brake.
In the electric start models:
1. shift the accelerator lever to «SLOW»;
2. switch off the engine by turning the key to «STOP»:
Always take out the ignition key before leaving the
machine unattended!
To keep the battery...

For washing the inside of the cutting deck and the
collector channel the machine must be on firm
ground:
1. fit the grass-catcher;
2. connect a water hose to its pipe fitting (1), and
run water through it;
3. sit at the operator’s position;
4. lower the cutting deck completely;
5. start the engine and stay in neutral;
6. engage the blade and leave it to turn for a few minutes.
Take off the grass-catcher, empty and rinse it, then put it in a position where it
can dry quickly.
Put the machine away in a dry...

ter (1) and reached by the right-hand side
above the collector channel. Then remember to
reconnect the tube.
The next time the machine is used, check that
there are no fuel leaks from the tubes or carbu-
rettor.
5.5 USING ON SLOPES
When mowing lawns on a slope, observe
the maximum gradients already men-
tioned (max 10° - 17%) and move up and
down but never across them. Take great
care when changing direction that the
highest wheels do not hit obstacles (such
as stones, branches, roots, etc.) that may...

must never be lifted by rope and tackle. During transport, lower the cut-
ting deck, engage the parking brake and fasten the machine securely to
the hauling device with ropes or chains. 
5.7 ADVICE ON HOW TO OBTAIN A GOOD CUT
1. To keep a lawn green and soft with a good appearance, it should be cut regu-
larly without damaging the grass.
2.It is always better to cut the grass when dry.
3.The blade must be in good condition and well sharpened so that the grass is
cut straight without any ragged edge that...

EN 27 MAINTENANCE
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Disconnect the spark plug cap, remove the key  (  in
the electric start models) or shift the accelerator lever to  «OFF» (  in
the manual start models) and read the relevant instructions before start-
ing any cleaning, maintenance or repairs. Wear suitable clothing and
strong gloves for dismantling and refitting the blade and in all other haz-
ardous situations for the hands.
Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Faulty or worn-out...

rying out any type of work on it and avoid operations which may cause it
to fall over.
6.2 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
6.2.1 M
AINTENANCE AND GENERAL LUBRICATION
Follow the diagram showing the points requiring checks, lubrication and routine
maintenance, together with the type of lubricant to be used and the frequency
required.
EN 28MAINTENANCE
25 HOURS25 HOURS
OIL - SAE 30 

EN 29 MAINTENANCE
6.2.3 ENGINE
Follow all the instructions in the engine man-
ual.
To drain the engine oil:
1. unscrew the topping up cap (1); 
2. fit the pipe (2) onto the syringe (3) and
insert it right into the hole;
3. using the syringe (3), suck up all the en-
gine oil, bearing in mind that you need to
repeat this operation a few times before
all the oil is removed.
6.2.4 G
EAR LEVER AND DIFFERENTIAL
These are sealed single units which do not require maintenance. They are per-
manently lubricated...