Storage And Prolonged Periods Of Disuse; Transporting The Machine - Grillo MD22 Manual De Instrucciones

MD22/ Translation of the original instructions
TO QUIT WORKING
After mowing, disengage the blades and drive back to base with the cutting deck in the highest position.
To stop, move the travel lever to the STOP position (fig. 1B, no. 2), set the throttle lever on the minimum
r.p.m., switch off the engine by turning the key in the STOP position (fig. 1, no.7) and lower the deck to
the lowest position. Engage the parking brake (fig. 23).
CLEANING
Clean the outside of the mower after each use.

STORAGE AND PROLONGED PERIODS OF DISUSE

Store the mower in a dry place, away from atmospheric agents, and preferably cover with a sheet. If the
mower is not going to be used for a long period (over 1 month), disconnect the red battery cable and
follow the instructions given in the engine manual. Also lubricate all of the articulated joints. Regularly
check that the battery voltage does not drop below 12 volts. If it does, recharge the battery.
If the machine is to be out of use for more than 30 days (models with petrol engine), drain the fuel from
the engine to prevent sticky deposits from forming in the fuel intake system or in vital parts of carburettor.
To avoid this procedure, it is possible to save fuel in storage up to 12 months by using an appropriate
fuel stabilizer. Add the such additive to the fuel in the tank or in the fuel container. Run the engine for a
while to let the stabilizer get into the fuel system. Caution: if the engine is fed with petrol containing
alcohol, drain the fuel tank and run the engine until there is no fuel left.

TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

If the machine has to be transported on a lorry or a trailer, fasten it to the vehicle using ropes or cables.
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