Machine Assembly; Preparing To Work - Stiga SEV 2416Q Operator's Manual

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4. MACHINE ASSEMBLY

1. PACKAGING CONTENTS
The packaging contains:
– power unit,
– bar,
– chain,
– bar cover,
– bag containing documents.
IMPORTANT
the bar and chain dismantled and the oil tank
empty.
WARNING!
ing the assembly should be done on a flat and
stable surface, with enough space for machi-
ne handling and its packaging, always making
use of suitable equipment.
Disposal of the packaging should be done in
accordance with the local regulations in force.
2. BAR AND CHAIN MOUNTING
WARNING!
gloves when handling the bar and chain.
Mount the bar and chain very carefully so as
not to impair the safety and efficiency of the m-
achine. If in doubt, contact your dealer.

5. PREPARING TO WORK

1. CHECKING THE MACHINE
WARNING!
not plugged into the mains socket.
Before starting work please:
– check that the mains frequency and voltage is
the same as the rating data on the "identification
plate" (see chap. 1 - 10.8);
– ccheck that all the screws on the machine and
the bar are tightly fastened;
– check that the chain is tensioned correctly, sharp
and there are no signs of any damage;
The machine is supplied with
Unpacking and complet-
Always wear heavy-duty
Make sure the machine is
MACHINE ASSEMBLY / PREPARING TO WORK
Before fitting the bar, make sure the chain brake is
not engaged; this is done by pulling the front hand
guard right back towards the body of the machine.
WARNING!
not plugged into the mains socket.
– Unscrew the handle (1) and remove the guard
to get to the drive sprocket and the point where
the bar is fitted (Fig. 1).
– Mount the chain in the right direction on the bar.
If the tip of the bar has a nose sprocket, make
sure the drive links are correctly inserted in the
sprocket rims (Fig. 2).
– Mount the bar (2) inserting the stud bolt in the
bar's slot using the tension adjuster (2a); move
the bar towards the back of the machine body
(Fig. 3).
– Wind the chain around the drive sprocket (Fig. 4)
and push the bar forward to achieve an initial ten-
sioning of the chain.
– Fit the guard back on, screwing on the knob (1)
without tightening it.
– Turn the ring (3) clockwise until you find the right
chain tension (Fig. 5).
– Raise the bar and tighten the knob (1) securely
(Fig. 6).
– check that handgrips and protection devices are
clean and dry, correctly mounted and well fas-
tened to the machine;
– check that the chain brake is working efficiently;
– check that the trigger switch and the safety but-
ton should move freely without forcing and return
automatically and rapidly back to their neutral po-
sition;
– check that the trigger switch must remain locked
until the safety button is pressed;
– make sure the cooling air vents are not clogged
up with sawdust or debris;
– check that the power cable and extension lead
are not damaged;
– check that the chain's oil level is not below the
«MIN» level mark and top up to 1 cm from the rim
of the filler if necessary.
Make sure the machine is