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– Press and hold the starter button until the engine switch-
es on (6).
3.3 Mowing the lawn
The appearance of the lawn will improve if you alternate cut-
ting in both directions at the same height.
When the grass catcher is too full, grass collection is no longer
efficient and the sound of the lawnmower changes.
To remove and empty the grass catcher,
– s top the engine and wait for the cutting means to stop;
– l ift the rear discharge guard, grasp the handle and remove
the grass catcher keeping it in an erect position.
Lawn care recommendations
Each type of grass has different characteristics and may thus
require different ways of caring for the lawn; always read the
instructions on seed boxes for mowing height for the growing
conditions in the work area.
Keep in mind that most grass is made up of a stem and one or
more leaves. If leaves are fully cut, the lawn is damaged and
growth is more difficult.
The following indications generally apply:
– c utting too low tears and uproots the grass, giving it a "spot-
ted" appearance;
– i n the summer, cutting must be higher to prevent the ground
from drying;
– d o not cut wet grass; this could reduce cutting means effi-
ciency due to sticky grass and tear the lawn.
– f or particularly high grass, initially mow at the maximum
height allowed by the machine then mow again after two
or three days.
3.4
When work is finished
When work has been completed, release the brake lever (1)
and disconnect the spark plug cap (2).
• Electric key ignition models
Remove the ignition key (3).
• Electric push-button ignition models
Press the tab (5) and remove the consent key (4).
WAIT UNTIL THE CUTTING MEANS STOPS before pro-
ceeding any further.
4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Store the lawnmower in a dry place.
IMPORTANT Routine and accurate maintenance is essential
in maintaining original machine safety and performance levels.
Adjustments or maintenance operations must only be per-
formed with the engine switched off and the spark plug cable
disconnected.
1) W ear strong protective gloves before cleaning, maintaining
or adjusting the machine.
2) A ccurately wash the machine with water after cutting; re-
move grass debris and mud accumulated in the chassis to
prevent it from drying and causing problems the next time
the lawnmower is used.
3) P aint on internal chassis parts may start to flake over time
due to the abrasive action of cut grass; if this happens,
promptly touch-up with rust-proof paint to prevent rusting
that could corrode the metal.
4) I f accessing the lower part is necessary, only tilt the ma-
chine on the side indicated in the engine manual, fol-
lowing the relevant instructions, making sure that the
machine is perfectly stable before performing any in-
terventions.
5) Do not drip petrol onto the plastic parts of the engine or the
machine to prevent damaging them and remove all traces
of spilled petrol immediately. The warranty does not cover
damage to plastic parts caused by petrol.
6) T o ensure that the machine will function prop-
erly over time, it is highly recommended to
change the engine oil regularly, following the tim-
ing indicated in the engine's Instruction Manual.
The oil can be discharged at a specialised ser-
vicing centre, or by using a syringe to suc-
tion the oil out through the filler spout, bearing in
mind you may need to repeat the operation sever-
al times in order to completely empty the tank.
Remember to top-up with oil before using the ma-
chine again.
4.1 Cutting means maintenance
It is best if all interventions on the cutting means are done at
a specialised Centre that has the most appropriate tools and
equipment.
Only cutting means bearing the code indicated in the table on
page ii must be used on this machine.
Given product evolution, the above mentioned cutting means
may be replaced in time with others having similar inter-
changeable and operating safety features.
4.2 Battery recharging (where applicable)
• Electric key ignition models
To recharge a flat battery, connect it to the battery charg-
er (1) following the instructions in the battery maintenance
manual.
Do not connect the battery charger directly to the engine
terminal. It is not possible to ignite the engine using the
battery charger as a power source, as it may get damaged.
If you do not use the lawnmower for a long period of time,
disconnect the battery from the engine wiring, making sure
the charge level is good.
• Electric push-button ignition models
Read the engine instruction manual for instructions regard-
ing autonomy, recharging, reinstating and maintenance of
the battery.
5. ATTACHMENTS
WARNING!
For your safety, it is strictly prohibited to
fit any other attachment other than those included in the
following list, as they have been exclusively designed for
the model and type of machine you are using.
5.1 Mulching kit (unless provided with
the equipment)
It chops the grass cuttings finely and leaves them on the lawn,
instead of collecting them in the grass catcher (only on some
models).
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