HYDROSTATIC LAWNMOWER FD 2200 STAGE 5
Dear Customer,
Thank you for having purchased our FD2200 STAGE 5. We are confident that this machine will fully satisfy
all your requirements. To use and maintain the mower at its best, we urge you to read and observe carefully
the directions given in this handbook; this will ensure the best possible results and will also safeguard your
investment. Please keep this handbook in a safe place. It should accompany the machine throughout its
working life.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE
The Grillo machine FD2200 STAGE 5 is a lawnmower with operator on board, designed for the cut and the
collection of grass and foliage. It can also be equipped with a 160 cm LMP cutting deck (mulching, rear and
side discharge), an all-purpose flail, a brush and a snow blade.
ATTENTION! Read carefully before turning the engine on. The following
warnings are important for operator safety!
Caution is the main safeguard in preventing accidents. We urge you to read the warnings that follow when
using the mower, before starting any work at all. Improper use of the mower and its equipment can be
dangerous; to reduce the risks to the minimum, observe the necessary precautions set out below:
1)Read the whole of this manual before turning on and using the mower for the first time.
2)Pay particular attention to the warnings and safety labels set out around the mower.
3)Before allowing others to use the machine, make sure they are aware of the safety precautions and how it
is used.
4)Before starting work, always change into suitable working clothes, gloves, boots and goggles.
5)Wear special acoustic protection (ear defenders) during work.
6)Before turning on the machine, make sure there are no persons around it; especially children.
7)Before driving the machine in reverse, make sure there are no persons or obstacles in the way.
8)Check the condition of the ground before mowing. Make sure there are no stones, sticks or other objects,
which could be run over and become a danger when projected.
9)If any impact with a foreign object occurs, disengage the blade, turn off the engine, remove the ignition key
and examine the lawnmower; if the machine vibrates have it repaired.
10)Before getting off the mower, turn off the engine, disengage the PTO, remove the ignition key and lower
the cutting deck to its lowest position.
11)Always drive slowly along uneven paths.
12)Keep the speed down when driving down slopes.
13)Always turn slowly when driving downhill.
14)The user is always liable for any damage caused to third parties.
15)Deformed or damaged blades must always be replaced, never just repaired.
16)Always use original Grillo spare parts and accessories.
17)Only work in sunlight or under effective artificial lighting.
18)Only store fuel in suitable containers designed for the purpose.
19)Be very careful when working close to a road.
20)Lift and empty the grass catcher only when the machine stands motionless and on a flat ground.
21)Allow the engine to cool down before putting the machine away in a closed environment.
IMPROPER USE TO BE AVOIDED
22)Do not allow passengers on the riding mower.
23)Do not allow under-age children to operate it; use is prohibited to children under 16.
24)Do not operate the machine when tired or after drinking alcohol.
25) Do not operate the mower near to ditches or verges which could collapse under the weight of the
machine,
especially when the surface is loose or wet.
26)Do not stop when working up or down slopes.
27)Do not allow any fuel spillage and after filling the tank wipe away any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
FD2200 stage 5/ Translation of the original instructions
WARNINGS
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