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TONDEUSE AUTOPORTÉE "RIDER"
FR
MANUEL D'UTILISATION
ATTENTION! - Avant d'utiliser la machine, lire attentivement le
présent manuel.
RIDING MOWER
EN
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING!
Read this manual carefully before using the machine.
AUFSITZMÄHER "RIDER"
DE
GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG
ACHTUNG! - Bevor man die Maschine verwendet lese man das
vorliegende Handbuch sorgfältig durch.
RASAERBA "RIDER"
IT
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
ATTENZIONE: prima di utilizzare la macchina, leggere attentamente
il presente manuale.
ZITMAAIER "RIDER"
NL
GEBRUIKERSHANDLEIDING
LET OP! – Vooraleer de machine te gebruiken, lees aandachtig deze
handleiding.
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  • Page 1 TONDEUSE AUTOPORTÉE “RIDER” MANUEL D’UTILISATION ATTENTION! - Avant d’utiliser la machine, lire attentivement le présent manuel. RIDING MOWER OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING! Read this manual carefully before using the machine. AUFSITZMÄHER “RIDER” GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG ACHTUNG! - Bevor man die Maschine verwendet lese man das vorliegende Handbuch sorgfältig durch.
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION EN 1 INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, We thank you for having purchased our riding mower and hope that it will fully meet all your expectations. This manual has been compiled in order that you may get to know your machine and to be able to use it safely and efficiently.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EN 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. SAFETY ......................3 Regulations for using the machine safely 2. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND PARTS ........7 Explanations on how to identify the machine and its main parts 3. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ..............9 Explanations on how to remove the packing and on how to assemble separated parts 4.

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY EN 3 SAFETY HOW TO READ THE MANUAL This manual describes both mechanically and hydrostatically driven machines, as well as versions including equipment and accessories that may not be avail- able in your area. ➤ The symbol highlights all differences in usage and is followed by the indica- tion of the type of drive or version to which it refers.
  • Page 5 EN 4 SAFETY 6) Do not carry passengers. 7) The operator of a machine must carefully follow the driving instructions, particularly: – the need for care and concentration when using machines; – that control of a machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the application of the brake.
  • Page 6 SAFETY EN 5 crossing surfaces other than grass. 8) Never use the machine to cut grass if the guards are defective, or without the stone- guard and/or grass-catcher in place. 9) Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. 10) Before leaving the operator’s position: –...
  • Page 7 EN 6 SAFETY SAFETY DECALS Your machine must be used with care. Therefore, decals have been placed on the machine, to remind you pictorially of the main precautions to take during use. These decals are to be considered an integral part of the machine. If a decal should fall off or become illegible, contact your retailer to replace it.

  • Page 8: Identification Of The Machine And Parts

    IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND PARTS EN 7 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE The plate located under the driver’s seat has the essential data and serial number of each machine (6). 1. Acoustic power level according to directive 2000/14/CE 2.
  • Page 9 EN 8 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND PARTS 13. Collector channel: this is the part connecting the cutting deck to the grass- catcher. 14. Grass-catcher: as well as collecting the grass cuttings, this is also a safety element in that it stops any objects drawn up by the blade from being thrown outside of the machine.

  • Page 10: Unpacking And Assembly

    UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY EN 9 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY For storage and transport reasons, some components of the machine are not directly installed in the factory, but have to be assembled after their removal from the packing. Final assembly is carried out by following these simple instructions. IMPORTANT For transport reasons the machine is supplied without engine oil or fuel.
  • Page 11 EN 10 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Fit the battery (5) in place and secure it with the bracket (6) and the nut (7). Connect the three red cables (8) to the positive terminal (+) and the three black cables (9) to the negative terminal (–) using the screws supplied.
  • Page 12 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY EN 11 FITTING THE SEAT Fit the seat (1) onto the plate (2) using the screws (3). FITTING THE GRASS-CATCHER 4 - 5 First of all assemble the frame, joining the upper part (1), including the opening, to the lower part (2), using the supplied nuts and screws (3) and following the indicated sequence.
  • Page 13 EN 12 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Hook all the plastic profiles to the frame tubes with the help of a screwdriver (7). Insert the handle (8) into the holes of the canvas (9). Attach this to the frame using the screws (10), following the indicated sequence, and complete the assembly screwing the four front and rear self- threading screws (11).

  • Page 14: Commands And Control Instruments

    COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS EN 13 COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS 1. S TEERING WHEEL Turns the front wheels. 2. A CCELERATOR LEVER Regulates the engine's r.p.m. The positions are indicated on a plate showing the following symbols: Position «CHOKE» for starting up. Position «SLOW»...
  • Page 15 EN 14 COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS When moving from one area to another, put the lever in a position between «SLOW» and «FAST» When cutting, go to the «FAST» position. 3. P ARKING BRAKE LEVER This lever is to stop the machine from moving when it has been parked, and must always be engaged before leaving the machine.
  • Page 16 COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS EN 15 If the blade is engaged when safety conditions have not been complied with, the engine shuts down (see page 26). On disengaging the blade (Pos. «A»), a brake is simultaneously activated which stops it rotating in five seconds. 7.
  • Page 17 EN 16 COMMANDS AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS ➤ For hydrostatic drive models: 21. B RAKE PEDAL In hydrostatically driven models this pedal is solely for braking and works on the rear wheels. 22. S PEED CHANGE LEVER This lever engages drive to the wheels and changes the machine’s forward and reverse...

  • Page 18: How To Use The Machine

    HOW TO USE THE MACHINE EN 17 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE DANGER! REMEMBER THAT THE USER IS ALWAYS RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE AND INJURIES TO OTHERS. Before using the machine, read the safety requirements shown in chapter 2, paying particular atten- tion to driving and cutting on slopes.
  • Page 19 EN 18 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE With engine stopped, check its oil level which must be between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick. Refuel using a funnel, but do not completely fill the tank. The tank's capacity is about 4 litres. DANGER! Refuelling should be carried out in an open or well venti- lated area with engine stopped.
  • Page 20 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE EN 19 ITTING THE PROTECTION AT THE EXIT GRASS CATCHER OR STONE GUARD WARNING! Never use the machine without having fitted the exit protection! Lift the removable cover (1) and hook on the grass-catcher by inserting the two pivots (2) into the slots on the two supports (3).

  • Page 21: Starting And Moving

    EN 20 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE 5.2 STARTING AND MOVING TARTING DANGER! All starting operations have to be effected in an open or well ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC! Before starting the engine: – open the fuel stopcock (1) (where supplied), which you can reach from the left-hand rear wheel arch;...
  • Page 22 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE EN 21 The pilot lamp will begin flashing if the key is held in the «START» position when the safety devices have been activated. OVING WITHOUT MOWING WARNING! The machine has not been approved for use on public roads.

  • Page 23: Grass Cutting

    EN 22 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE The lever must be moved gradually as a sudden engagement of drive to the wheels may cause tipping and loss of control of the machine. RAKING ➤ For mechanical drive models: To brake, first reduce the speed on the accelerator to avoid overloading the brake assembly and then push the pedal down fully.
  • Page 24 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE EN 23 – to begin moving, operate the speed regulation controls taking care to release the pedal very gradually and with particular caution as already described. Engage the blade with the cutting deck in the highest position, and then gradual- ly lower to the height required.
  • Page 25 EN 24 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE could be too high for the lawn conditions. If this does not solve the problem, it is probably due to unsharpened cutting edges or the wings on the blade having become deformed (see chapter 7). 3.
  • Page 26 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE EN 25 ➤ For hydrostatic drive models: Move on slopes with the speed change lever in the «N» position, (to take advantage of the hydrostatic unit's braking effect) and then further reduce the speed using the brake, if necessary. DANGER! Never use reverse for reducing speed going downhill.
  • Page 27 EN 26 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE UMMARY OF THE MAIN CONDITIONS WHEREBY THE SAFETY DEVICES PERMIT OR STOP WORK The safety devices work in two ways: – by preventing the engine from starting if all the safety requirements have not been met;...

  • Page 28: Cleaning And Storage

    HOW TO USE THE MACHINE EN 27 The circuit automatically resets after a few seconds but the cause of the fault should be ascertained and dealt with to avoid re-activating the protection device. IMPORTANT To avoid activating the protection device: –...
  • Page 29 EN 28 HOW TO USE THE MACHINE ASHING THE INSIDE OF THE CUTTING DECK The machine has to be put on firm ground with the stone-guard or grass-catcher in position. Washing the inside of the cutting deck and the collector channel is done by attaching a water hose to the connector (1) and running water through for a few minutes, with: –...

  • Page 30: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE EN 29 MAINTENANCE WARNING! Before cleaning, maintenance or repair work, take out the ignition key and read the relevant instructions. Wear suitable clothing and strong gloves. IMPORTANT Never get rid of used oil, fuel or other pollutants in unautho- rised places! CCESS TO MECHANICAL PARTS Lift the engine cover (1) to access the engine and...
  • Page 31 EN 30 MAINTENANCE moved sideways so that it is not in any of the notches. Hold the base of the seat (7) and tip the cover back. On closing: – check that the collector channel (8) is properly fit- ted onto its support (9) and resting on the right- hand guide;...
  • Page 32 MAINTENANCE EN 31 ATTERY To ensure long life to the battery it is essential to keep it carefully maintained. The machine battery must always be charged: – before using the machine for the first time after purchase; – before leaving the machine for a prolonged period of disuse; –...
  • Page 33 EN 32 MAINTENANCE switches off. – 25 A fuse = protects the battery charger circuit. When it blows, the battery gradually runs out and the machine will have problems starting. The fuse capacity is indicated on the fuse. IMPORTANT A blown fuse must always be replaced by one of the same type and ampere rating, and never one of a different rating.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE EN 33 HANGING BELTS The motion from the engine to the rear axle and from the motor to the blade is obtained by two “V” belts, whose duration largely depends on how the machine is used. Replacing belts is quite complicated because of dismantling and adjustments and must only be carried out by a Licensed Service Centre.
  • Page 35 EN 34 MAINTENANCE – screw down the nut (5) on the rod until the right-hand front part of the deck begins to rise, and then tighten the relative locknut (6); – screw the nut (7) on the front left support until the deck in that area begins to rise, and then tighten the nut (8) If you are unable to get the cutting deck parallel, consult a Licensed Service Centre.
  • Page 36 MAINTENANCE EN 35 DJUSTMENT TO BLADE ENGAGEMENT AND BRAKE If there seem to be problems in engaging the blade or the time for stopping after disen- gagement is over 5 seconds, adjust the 77 - 79 mm spring tension (1). To make this adjustment, loosen the nuts (2) and screw or unscrew them on the control rod (3) in order to obtain a distance of 77-79...
  • Page 37 EN 36 MAINTENANCE To remove the blade, hold it firmly wearing strong gloves and undo the central screw (1). Sharpen the two cutting edges using a medium grade grinding wheel and check the balance by holding the blade up with a round 18 mm diameter bar inserted in the central hole.
  • Page 38 MAINTENANCE EN 37 UIDE TO SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE This table is to help you maintain your machine’s safety and performance. It shows the main maintenance and lubrication work, indicating the frequency with which it should be carried out. To the right of each one there is a box where you can write the date or after how many hours of operation the work was carried out.
  • Page 39 EN 38 MAINTENANCE AYING ON ITS SIDE In order to easily reach beneath the machine, it can be turned onto its side after having removed the grass-catcher and completely emptied the fuel tank. Having put the machine onto a firm and flat surface, engage the parking brake, put the cutting deck into position «7», firmly grip the steering wheel and the...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING EN 39 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SITUATION LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTIONS 1. Pilot lamp off Key is in «ON» Electronic card in safety alert, due Put the key in the «OFF» posi- position, tion and look for the cause of engine the problem: stopped –...
  • Page 41 EN 40 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM SITUATION LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTIONS 4. Starting is dif- Key in «ON», – fuel fault – clean or replace the air filter ficult or the engine running – flush out the float chamber engine runs – empty fuel tank and refill erratically with new fuel –...
  • Page 42 TROUBLESHOOTING EN 41 PROBLEM SITUATION LIKELY CAUSE SOLUTIONS – forward speed too high com- – reduce forward speed pared to height of grass and/or raise the cutting deck – wait for grass to dry – collector channel is obstructed – remove the grass-catcher and empty the collector channel –...

  • Page 43: Accessories On Request

    EN 42 ACCESSORIES ON REQUEST ACCESSORIES ON REQUEST 1. FRONT COUNTERWEIGHTS These improve stability at the front of the machine, particularly when being used on ground which is mostly sloping. 2. STONE-GUARD KIT For use in place of the grass-catcher when the cuttings are not to be collected.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS EN 43 SPECIFICATIONS ➤ Electrical system......12 V For mechanical drive models: Battery ......... 18 Ah Forward speed (approximate) at –1 Front tyres ....... 11 x 4-4 3000 min Rear tyres ........15 x 6-6 in 1st ....... 1.5 km/h Front tyre pressure .....1.5 bar in 2nd ......
  • Page 45 • Tout de suite après l’achat, transcrire dans les espaces prévus les données d’identification (3 – 5 – 6) qui sont indiquées sur l’étiquette d’identification de la machine (☛ 2 - IDENTIFICATION DE LA MACHINE). • As soon as you have purchased the machine, write the machine identification data (3 - 5 - 6) found on the identification label in the spaces provided (☛...

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