Stiga MP2 554 Series Operator's Manual page 109

WARNING!: READ THOROUGHLY THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. Keep for future reference
INDEX
1. GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................ 1
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS .............................................. 1
2.1 Training ................................................................ 1
2.2 Preparation .......................................................... 2
2.3 During operation................................................... 2
2.4 Maintenance, storage and transport ..................... 3
2.5 Environmental protection ..................................... 3
3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE ............................ 3
3.1 Description of the machine and planned use ....... 3
3.2 Safety signs.......................................................... 4
3.3 Identification label ................................................ 4
3.4 Main components................................................. 4
4. ASSEMBLY.................................................................... 4
4.1 Assembly components ......................................... 5
4.2 Grass-catcher assembly ...................................... 5
4.3 Handle assembly ................................................. 5
5. CONTROLS .................................................................. 5
5.1 Handle for manual start ........................................ 5
5.2 Electric push-button ignition control ..................... 5
5.3 Throttle control ..................................................... 5
5.4 Speed control lever .............................................. 5
5.5 Engine brake lever / cutting means ....................... 5
5.6 Drive engagement lever ....................................... 5
5.7 Cutting height adjustment .................................... 6
6. USING THE MACHINE .................................................. 6
6.1 Preparation .......................................................... 6
6.2 Safety checks ....................................................... 7
6.3 Startup ................................................................. 7
6.4 Operation ............................................................. 8
6.5 Stop ..................................................................... 8
6.6 After operation ..................................................... 8
7. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ........................................... 9
7.1 General information .............................................. 9
7.2 Refuelling ............................................................. 9
7.3 Check/top-up engine oil ....................................... 9
7.4 Cleaning ............................................................... 9
7.5 Nuts and bolts .................................................... 10
7.6 Battery ............................................................... 10
8. EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE ........................... 10
8.1 Cutting means .................................................... 10
8.2 Adjusting the converter cable ............................. 10
9. STORING THE MACHINE ........................................... 10
10. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION ........................ 10
11. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS ...................................... 10
12. WARRANTY COVERAGE ........................................... 11
13. MAINTENANCE TABLE .............................................. 11
14. PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION ...................................... 12
15. ATTACHMENTS ON REQUEST .................................. 13
15.1 "Mulching" kit ..................................................... 13
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
Some paragraphs in the manual contain important
information regarding safety and operation
and are emphasized in this manner:
NOTE or IMPORTANT these give details or
further information on what has already been said,
and aim to prevent damage to the machine.
The symbol highlights danger. Non-
compliance with the warning could lead to personal
and/or third party injury and or damage.
The paragraphs highlighted in a square with
grey spots indicate the optional characteristics
not on all models documented in this manual.
Check if the characteristic is on this model.
Whenever reference is made to a position on the
machine "front", "back", "left" or "right" hand side, this
is determined from where the operator is driving.
1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 Figures
The figures in these instructions for
use are numbered 1, 2, 3, etc.
Components shown in the figures are marked A, B, C, etc.
A reference to component C in figure 2 is
written: "See fig. 2.C" or simply "(fig. 2.C)".
The figures are given as a guide only. The
actual parts may vary from those shown.
1.2.2 Titles
The manual is divided into chapters and paragraphs.
The title of paragraph "2.1 Training" is a sub-title of "2.
Safety regulations". References to titles or paragraphs
are marked with the abbreviation chap. or par. and the
relevant number. Example: "chap. 2" o "par. 2.1".
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS
2.1 TRAINING
Become acquainted with the controls and the
proper use of the machine. Learn how to stop the
engine quickly. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in fire and/or serious injury.
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