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1. 

Start the machine 

(par. 6.3).

2. 

Operate the drive 

lever.

3. 

Disengage the drive 

lever.

2. 

The wheels should 

move the machine 

forward.

3. 

The wheels should 

stop and the machine 

stops moving forward.

Test driving

No abnormal vibrations.

No abnormal sound.

  If any of the results fail to match the indications 

provided in the tables, do not use the machine! Contact 

an Authorised Service Centre to have it checked and 

repaired if necessary.

 6.3 

START-UP

NOTE

 Start up the machine on a flat surface without ob

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stacles or high grass.

 6.3.1  Models with manual start handgrip 

(Fig.17.A/B)

NOTE

 The engine brake lever / cutting means must be 

kept pulled to prevent the engine stop.

 6.3.2  Models with push-button electric start 

command 

(Fig.18.A/B/C/D)

NOTE

 The engine brake / cutting means lever must be 

kept pulled to prevent the engine stop.

 6.4  OPERATION

IMPORTANT

 When working, always keep a safe dis

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tance from the cutting means, given by the length of the 

handle.

 6.4.1  Grass cutting

1. 

Start moving forward and mowing the grass area.

2. 

Adjust the speed and cutting height (par. 5.5) in relation 

to lawn conditions (grass height, density and humidity) 

and the amount of grass to be cut.

3. 

It is recommended to always cut at the same height 

and in the two directions (Fig.20).

For mulching or rear grass discharge:

• 

Never cut more than one third of the total grass height 

per single pass (Fig.19).

• 

Keep the chassis clean (par. 7.4.2).

For side discharge:

 avoid discharging the cut grass 

from the side of the lawn yet to be mown.

 6.4.2 

Grass catcher emptying

For grass catcher with contents indicator device:

Lifted = empty.

Lowered = full*.

that the grass catcher is full and must be emptied.

To remove and empty the grass catcher:

1. 

Wait until the cutting means stops (Fig.21.A);

2. 

remove the grass catcher (Fig.21.B/C/D).

 6.5  STOP 

(Fig.22.A)

After having stopped the machine, it will take a few 

seconds for the cutting means to stop.

 Do not touch the engine after stopping it. Risk of 

burns.

IMPORTANT

 Always stop the machine.

•  When moving between work areas.

•  When driving on grass free surfaces.

•  Close to an obstacle.

•  Before adjusting the cutting height.

• 

Any time the grass catcher is removed or refitted.

• 

Any time the side discharge chute (if available) is re

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moved or refitted.

 6.6  AFTER USE 

(Fig.23.A/B/C/D)

1. 

Clean (par. 7.4).

2. 

If necessary, replace damaged components and tight

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en any slack screws and bolts.

IMPORTANT

 Any time the machine is inactive or unat

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tended:
•  Remove the spark plug cap (for models with manual start 

handgrip)(Fig.23.B/C).

• 

Press the tab and remove the permission key (for models 

with push-button electric start) (Fig.23.D).

7.  MAINTENANCE

 7.1  GENERAL INFORMATION

The safety regulations to follow are described in 

chap. 2. Strictly comply with these instructions to avoid 

serious risks or hazards:

 Before commencing any inspections, cleaning or 

maintenance/adjustments on the machine:

•  Stop the machine.

•  Make sure that any moving component has stopped.

•  Wait until the engine cools down.

•  Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 23.B).

•  Remove the key (Fig.23.D) (for models with 

push-button electric start).

•  Read the relevant instructions.

•  Use suitable clothing, protective gloves and gog-

gles.

 7.2  ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• 

The frequency and types of maintenance are summarised 

in the "Maintenance Table" (chapter 10).

IMPORTANT

 Any maintenance and adjustment opera

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tions not described in this manual must be carried out by 

your Authorised Service Centre.

 7.2.1 

Refuelling

Place the machine in a stable horizontal position on the 

ground.

 Refuelling must be performed with the machine 

stopped and with the spark plug cap removed.

Refuel according to the methods and cautionary measures 

indicated in the owner's manual of the engine.