Operating Tips - Stiga VILLA 12 Instructions For Use Manual

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4.4 START
1. See fig. 10 (+9:T). Open the fuel cock located
inside the cover on the rear left-hand side.
2. Check that the spark plug cable(s) is/are
installed on the spark plug(s).
3. Check to make sure that the power take-off is
disengaged.
4. Do not keep your foot on the drive pedal.
5. Starting cold engine – put the throttle control in
the choke position.
Starting warm engine – put the throttle control
at full throttle (approx. 2 cm behind the choke
position).
6. Depress the clutch-brake pedal fully.
7. Turn the ignition key and start the engine.
8. Once the engine has started, move the throttle
control gradually to full throttle (approx. 2 cm
behind the choke position) if the choke has been
used.
9. When starting from cold, do not make the
machine work under load immediately, but let
the engine run for a few minutes first. This will
allow the oil to warm up.
When the machine is in operation, full throttle
should always be used.

4.5 OPERATING TIPS

Always check that there is the correct volume of
oil in the engine. This is particularly important
when operating on slopes. See 4.2.
Be careful when driving on slopes. No
sudden starting or stopping when
driving 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.
Never 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.
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4.6 STOP
Disengage the power take-off. Apply the parking
brake.
Allow the engine to idle 1-2 mins. Stop the engine
by turning off the ignition key.
Shut off the petrol cock. This is particularly
important if the machine is to be transported on a
trailer for example.
If the machine is left unattended,
remove the spark plug cable(s) from the
spark plug(s). Also remove the starter
key
The engine may be very warm
immediately after it is shut off. Do not
touch the silencer, cylinder or cooling
fins. This can cause burn injuries.
4.7 CLEANING
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the
engine, 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.
Never use high-pressure water. This can
damage shaft seals, electrical
components or hydraulic valves.
Never use high-pressure air against the
radiator fins. This will damage the fin
structure.
Clean the machine after each use. The following
instructions apply for cleaning:
• Do not point jets of water directly at the engine.
• Clean the engine with a brush and/or
compressed air.
• Clean the engine's cooling air intake
• After cleaning with water, start the machine and
any cutting deck to remove the water that may
otherwise penetrate bearings and cause
5 MAINTENANCE
5.1 SERVICE 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
Service 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
authorised workshop.
damage.