After Operation; Stopping The Machine; Routine Maintenance - Stiga CP1 430 Li D48 Operator's Manual

6.4 OPERATION
IMPORTANT When working, always keep a safe dis-
tance from the cutting means, given by the length of the
handle.
IMPORTANT To guarantee optimal machine operation, it
is recommended to use two batteries at the same time.
The battery power reserve (and therefore the lawn surface
to be mown before recharging) depends on many factors,
described in (par. 7.2.1).
During use, the charge status of the batteries is displayed
(remaining charge percentage) (Fig.12.E).
IMPORTANT If the motor stops because it is overheated
whilst mowing, you must wait approximately 5 minutes be-
fore restarting it.
6.4.1 Grass cutting
1. Start moving forward and mowing the grass area.
2. Adjust the speed and cutting height (par. 5.6) ac-
cording to the lawn conditions (grass height, density
and humidity) and to the amount of grass to be cut.
For traction models (par. 5.2.3): It is advisable not to
cut on slopes of more than 15°.
3. The appearance of the lawn will improve if you al-
ternate cutting in both directions at the same height
(Fig.22).
For side discharge: it is recommended to follow a path
so as to avoid discharging the cut grass from the part of
the lawn that is yet to be mown.
For mulching or rear grass discharge:
• Always avoid removing a large quantity of grass. Never
cut more than one third of the total grass height per
single pass (Fig.22).
• Keep the chassis clean (par. 7.3.1).
6.4.2 Grass catcher emptying
For grass catcher with contents indicator device:
Lifted = empty.
that the grass catcher is full and must be emptied.
To remove and empty the grass catcher:
1. Wait until the cutting means stops;
2. Remove the grass catcher (Fig.27.D).
6.5

STOPPING THE MACHINE

To stop the machine:
Release both levers (Fig.23.A).
1.
Wait until the cutting means stops.
2.
After stopping the machine, it will take a few sec-
onds for the cutting means to stop.
Lowered = full*.
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IMPORTANT Always stop the machine.
• When moving between work areas.
• When driving on grass free surfaces.
• Every time it is necessary to overcome an obstacle.
• Before adjusting the cutting height.
• Any time the grass catcher is removed or refitted.
• Any time the side discharge chute (if available) is re-
moved or refitted.
6.6

AFTER OPERATION

1. Clean (par. 7.4).
2. If necessary, replace damaged components and tighten
any slack screws and bolts.
IMPORTANT Remove the safety key whenever the ma-
chine is unused or left unattended.
7. MAINTENANCE
7.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Before proceeding with any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustment operations on the machine:
• Stop the machine.
• Make sure that any moving component has stopped.
• Wait until the engine cools down.
• Remove the safety key.
• Read the relevant instructions.
• Use suitable clothing, protective gloves and gog-
gles.
7.2

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• The frequency and types of maintenance are summarised
in the "Maintenance Table" (chapter 10).
IMPORTANT Any maintenance and adjustment opera-
tions not described in this manual must be carried out by your
Authorised Service Centre.
7.2.1 Battery
Battery removal and recharging
1. Open the hatch and remove the safety key.
2. Press the flap in the battery housing (Fig.24.A) and
remove the battery (Fig.24.B).
3. Insert the battery (Fig.25.B) in its housing in the battery
charger (Fig.25.C).
4. Connect the battery charger to a power socket
(Fig. 25.B) with the voltage indicated on the rating
plate.
5. Fully charge the battery according to the instructions in
the battery/battery charger booklet.
NOTE The battery is equipped with a guard that inhibits
recharging if the environmental temperature is not between
0 and +45 °C.
NOTE The battery can be recharged at any time, even
partially, with no risk of damaging it.
Refitting the battery on the machine
When recharging is completed:
1. Remove the battery from the housing in the battery
charger (do not keep recharging when recharging is
completed).
2. Disconnect the battery charger from the mains power
supply.
3. Open the battery housing hatch (Fig.18.A), insert the
battery (Fig.18.B) into its housing pressing down until
you hear it click firmly into position and check the elec-
trical contact.
4. Completely close the hatch again.