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Be careful when driving on slopes. No sudden starting or stopping when driv- ing up or down a slope. Never drive across a slope. Move from the top down or from the bottom to the top.
The machine may not be driven on slopes greater than 10º in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when making sharp turns in order to retain control and reduce the risk of tipping over.
Do not turn the steering wheel to full lock when driving in top gear and at full throttle. The machine can easily topple over.
Keep hands and fingers well away from articulated steering joint and seat bracket. Risk of crushing injuries. Nev- er drive with the engine casing open. Never drive with the deck connected in the transport position. This will damage the deck’s drive belt.
Never drive with the deck connected in the transport position. This will damage the deck’s drive belt.
4.6Stop
Disengage the power
Allow the engine to idle
Shut off the petrol cock. This is particularly impor- tant if the machine is to be transported on a trailer for example.
If the machine is left unattended, re- move the spark plug cable(s) from the spark plug(s). Also remove the starter key
The engine may be very warm immedi- ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the silencer, cylinder or cooling fins. This can cause burn injuries.
4.7Cleaning
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the en- gine, silencer, battery and fuel tank free from grass, leaves and oil.
To reduce the risk of fire, regularly check the machine for oil and/or fuel leakage.
Clean the machine after each use. The following instructions apply for cleaning:
•When washing the machine with water under high pressure, do not point the jet directly at axle seals, electrical components or hydraulic valves.
•Do not spray water directly at the engine.
•Clean the engine with a brush and/or com- pressed air.
•Clean the engine’s cooling air intake
5MAINTENANCE
5.1Service programme
In order to keep the machine in good condition as regards reliability and operational safety as well as from an environmental perspective, STIGA’s Ser- vice programme should be followed.
The contents of this programme can be found in the attached service log.
Basic service must always be carried out by an au- thorised workshop.
First service and intermediate service should be carried out by an authorised workshop, but can also be carried out by the user. The content of this can be found in the service log and the actions are described under “4” as well as below.
Servicing carried out at an authorised workshop guarantees professional work using genuine spare parts.
At each basic service and intermediate service car- ried out at an authorised workshop, the service log is stamped. A service log presenting these services is a valuable document that improves the ma- chine’s
5.2Preparation
All service and all maintenance must be carried out on a stationary machine with the engine switched off.
Prevent the machine from rolling by al- ways applying the parking brake.
Prevent unintentional starting of the engine by disconnecting the spark plug cable(s) from the spark plug(s) and re- moving the ignition key.
5.3Tyre pressure
Adjust the air pressure in the tyres as follows: Front: 0.4 bar (6 psi).
Rear: 1.2 bar (17 psi).
5.4Changing engine oil
Change engine oil for the first time after 5 hours of operation, and subsequently after every 50 hours of operation or once a season.
Change the oil more often (after 25 hours of oper- ation or at least once a season) if the engine has to operate under demanding conditions or if the am- bient temperature is high.
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