FD 220E Electric Lawnmower / Translation of the original instructions TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................3 15. Troubleshooting guide ............19 Description and intended use ..........3 16. Maintenance schedule ............20 17. Storage and prolonged inactivity ........21 Safety decals ................4 General safety rules ...............
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, we thank you for the trust and preference you have placed in our Grillo FD 220E and we are confi dent that the use of your new machine will fully meet your requirements. For optimal use and maintenance over time, please carefully read and follow the instructions in this booklet; this will enable you to obtain the best results and safeguard your purchase.
SAFETY DECALS Dangers and warnings Danger Danger consult the manual of bursting Danger of overturning Danger of sharp blades and danger of objects thrown by the rotation of the blades Sound power level...
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ersonal protection eQuipment ccident preVention rules On the machine and in this manual there are warnings and indications accompanied by this symbol: Before using the machine the appropriate personal protection equipment it indicates the presence of a potential hazard for which particular caution must be worn: body protection, protective gloves, safety footwear, hearing should be taken for your own safety and for the safety of others who may protection, goggles.
• If the machine begins to vibrate abnormally after a knock, immediately carry out a general check to identify the reason for the anomaly. If necessary, request the assistance of an authorised Grillo workshop; WARNING: Read carefully before operating the machine. • Rotation of the mower blade is very dangerous, never put your hands or feet under the cutting deck;...
IDENTIFICATION OF USE DECALS Cutting height Machine grease points Ground pressure of the front wheels Battery disconnect Battery charging socket Lifting/fl oating of the cutting deck Parking brake deactivation Grass catcher manual release...
USING THE BATTERY CHARGER ATTACHMENTS: mulching kit; side discharge kit. The battery charger for the FD 220E is external to the machine and SIZE (fi g. 1): is available in two types, both of which can be connected to the 220V - Length (A): 234.5 cm...
TOP/ECO CUTTING MODES Fig. 3 Two cutting modes can be selected using the TOP/ECO button (fi g. 7/A): • TOP mode allows maximum performance for tough grass conditions. • ECO mode, highlighted on the display with the letter E (fi g. 2/E), is optimal for collecting foliage and can be used for lighter grass. This saves energy and extends the charge duration. CHECKS TO BE CARRIED OUT BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE Check that: •...
When fi nished, clean the grass catcher grid as well. Fig. 5 Fig. 6 After using water, run the cutting deck blade for a few minutes to ensure that all components have dried. Fig. 8 Fig. 7 9.10 USEFUL RULES FOR CORRECT USE The machine can work even under severe conditions without clogging problems.
SAFETY DEVICES 10.2 PARKING BRAKE The FD 220E is equipped with a electromechanical drive system, therefore in order to brake it is suffi cient to release the travel pedal. The 10.1 ELECTRONIC SAFETY parking brake is automatically engaged whenever the pedal is released in neutral. The ECUs of the machine carry out safety checks and control-related If the parking brake is deactivated via the lever on the electromechanical alarms appear on the display.
The cutting deck is suspended at one end by an adjustable spring technical skills and expertise. anchored to the machine frame. By turning the knob under the seat (fig. It is advisable to contact an authorised Grillo centre to undertake 16) it is possible to increase (by turning the knob clockwise) or decrease these procedures. (by turning the knob anti-clockwise) the weight of the cutting deck transferred to the front wheels.
12.2 ADJUSTING THE GRASS CATCHER ALIGNMENT Fig. 23 For good operation, it is very important to ensure a perfect coupling between the grass catcher and the loading chute in the closed position. To do this, proceed as follows: 1. Bring the grass catcher into the fully closed position and check the coupling with the chute;...
IMPORTANT: lubricate with grease every 40 hours all points shown in the diagram. EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE Fig. 26 CAUTION: the operations contained in this chapter require technical skills and special equipment. It is advisable to contact an authorised Grillo centre. CAUTION: carry out maintenance operations with the machine switched off and the battery disconnected using the battery disconnect handle. 14.1 CUTTING DECK MAINTENANCE AND COMPLETE DISASSEMBLY Proceed as follows to remove the cutting deck: 1.
14.2 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE CAUTION: when reassembling the cutting deck, check that the loading chute is correctly connected to the grass catcher, the uses central deck support (fi g. 28/E) is inserted in the machine frame, and the electrical connections are properly plugged in. The electrical system is protected by two main fuses, located in the fuse box near the battery: Fig. 28 • The 200 A fuse protects the plant section of the blade motor (fi g. 30/A);...
ull grass catcher microswitch lectronic control units The full grass catcher microswitch is fitted inside the grass catcher and is The machine is equipped with two ECUs: one controls the operated by an adjustable plate (fig. 33). It sends a signal to automatically electromechanical drive (fig. 36/A) and one controls the electric motor of disengage the blade when the grass catcher is full the cutting deck (fig. 36/B). The ECUs manage the safety features and It is important to adjust the position of the adjustable plate according to the start-up consent of the electric motors.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FD 220E - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION - Check that the battery is correctly connected to the machine via the red handle Battery not properly connected or drained - Check the charge of the battery using the battery The machine does not charger switch on - Check the integrity of the fuse and correct insertion...
FD 220E - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION - Check tyre pressure and restore the correct inclination Incorrect inclination of the cutting deck of the cutting deck - Check the correct fitting of the blade and the end Blade inefficiency knives; - Sharpen or replace the end knives Irregular cutting and - Reduce the forward speed insufficient collection High forward speed in relation to the cutting height or - Place the cutting deck in a higher cutting position...
Fig. 37 This manual provides instructions for the use of the machine and for its routine maintenance. For extraordinary maintenance, for all operations requiring technical skills and expertise, please contact your authorised Grillo dealer. 20.2 IDENTIFICATION DATA If it is necessary to contact an authorised service centre, for maintenance information, always provide: ide discharge kit machine model ..................
Please indicate the serial number of the machine and the code of the component to be replaced. It is possible to identify the part number by consulting the Grillo website: the spare parts tables for the machine will be available by entering the serial number.
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