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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 1 - INTRODUCTION 2020 100 Combi 3 EL QF 1 - INTRODUCTION Summary HOW TO USE THE GUIDE ................3 1.1.1 Limitation of Responsibility ..............3 1.1.2 Structure of the Manual ................3 1.1.3 Symbols and Definitions used ..............
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 1 - INTRODUCTION 2020 100 Combi 3 EL QF 1.1.3 Symbols and Definitions used a) Symbols They are used to draw the attention of the operator, reminding him to perform the interventions with the necessary attention and caution.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 1 - INTRODUCTION 2020 100 Combi 3 EL QF 1.2 WORK SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.2.1 Qualification of operators All maintenance, disassembly and repairs must be carried out by expert mechanics who are fa- miliar with all the accident prevention and safety regulations after reading through the procedures in this manual.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 1 - INTRODUCTION 2020 100 Combi 3 EL QF 1.3 SERVICE CENTRE PROCEDURES 1.3.1 Equipment registration The Warranty registration card must be completed, signed and returned at the time of purchase. This activates the warranty card.
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1.1 Equipment identification Each equipment has a label (1) which shows the technical specifications, the model and the serial number. STIGA S.p.A. Via del Lavoro, 6 31033 Castelfranco V.to (TV) - Italy Type ◊◊◊◊◊◊◊◊ ◊◊ kg Cutting means assembly Art.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 2 - INFORMATION FOR SERVICE CENTRES 2020 100 Combi 3 EL QF • and also: - restore to proper working order any safety de- vices which have been manipulated or removed; - reassemble inefficient, damaged or missing casings and protection covers;...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 2 - INFORMATION FOR SERVICE CENTRES 2020 100 Combi 3 EL QF 2.1.4 Transportation and handling Pay utmost attention during the removal and assembly of the equipment on the machine. WARNING! - To lift the equipment using a hoist, use the coupling points shown be- low, taking into account the total weight of each cutting deck and relative distribution of...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 2 - INFORMATION FOR SERVICE CENTRES 2020 10 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 2.2 SPARE PARTS 2.2.1 Non-original spare parts Use original spare parts only. Replacement of any machine component with anything other than a part authorised by the Manufacturer can adversely affect performance, working life or safety of this machine and will void the Warranty.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 2 - INFORMATION FOR SERVICE CENTRES 2020 11 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 2.2.3 Characteristics of the original belts The standard belts on the market have different characteristics compared to the requirements of the original spare belts, supplied by the authorised dealer.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 2 - INFORMATION FOR SERVICE CENTRES 2020 12 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 2.3 TIPS FOR USERS 2.3.1 Cutting height The best cutting results are obtained when cut- ting the upper third of the grass, meaning that 2/3 of the length of the grass remains on the lawn.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 13 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL Summary UNPACKING AND COMPLETING THE EQUIPMENT ......13 3.1.1 General information ................13 3.1.2 Assembling the coupling hooks ............
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 14 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3.1.3 Basic height adjustment IMPORTANT This adjustment is ONLY foreseen to check the ratio of the base height of the cut- ting deck in standard operating conditions which foresee the simultaneous mulching of the grass cuttings.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 15 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3.1.4 Assembly of the spring ● 95-105 Combi EL QF: Hook the spring clasp (1) onto the relevant hole (2) accessible through the specific opening in the protective casing.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 16 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF ● 100 Combi 3 EL QF: 1. Loosen the fixing screw (1) on the guard (2). 2. Remove the guard (2) by lifting it from the front.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 17 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3.2 PREPARE THE MACHINE 3.2.1 Mounting the interface bracket 1. Undo the two screws (1) already pre-assembled in the lower part of the front of the machine. 2.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 18 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4. Release the two quick release levers (1) using the safety split pins (5). 5. Couple the two fork terminals (6) of the belt guard (7) to the two pins (8) located inside the front wheels of the machine.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 3 - ASSEMBLY AND REMOVAL 2020 19 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3.3.2 Connecting the belt to the machine PTO 1. Pull the lever (1), located in the lower right part of the machine on the left side (Park 2WD) or right side (Park 4WD), so as to distance it from the tensioner (2).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 21 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF Problem Probable cause Solution 4. The blade locking • Malfunction of the lock- Replacement of the locking device and device has been trig- ing devices adjustment of the cable...
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 22 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3. Undo the two screws (3) that fasten the can- vas belt guard (6) protection supports (4) on the frame (5) to the intermediate guard (7).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 23 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF Reassemble the new canvas and fasten the guard following the above procedures in reverse order. •...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 24 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3. If only the plastic part of the guard is being re- placed, the two pins must be recovered and reassembled on the new guard: •...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 25 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4.3.2 Replacing the blade connecting belt NOTE The replacement of the blade connecting belt can be performed both with the cutting deck connected to the machine and also to the bench;...
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10 mm from the belt (15); the correct tension is ob- tained with a value of: • 128 Hz ± 5% = 95 Combi EL QF. • 122 Hz ± 5% = 105 Combi EL QF. Alternatively, the correct tension can be achieved by applying...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 27 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4.4 REPLACING AND REGULATING THE LOCKING DEVICE 4.4.1 General information The locking device has the purpose of blocking the rotation of the blades if the cutting deck is ac- cidentally moved to the washing position with the blades engaged.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 28 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4. Undo the screw (5) and remove the washer (6) and the spacer (7). 5. Remove toothed wheel (8), using an ex- tractor (9) if difficulties...
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 29 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 11. Unhook the retainer plate (19) and extract the pin (20) supporting the cable terminal eyelet (21).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 30 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4.5 BLADES AND SHAFT SUPPORTS 4.5.1 Removing and reassembling the blades NOTE Interventions on the blades can be performed with the cutting deck applied to the machine, adjusted to the minimum cutting height «1»...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 32 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF IMPORTANT In case of replacement, both cutting blades (3), sup- plied in pairs, must always be replaced in order to maintain the bal- ance of the cutting means (1).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 33 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4.5.4 Replacement of the blade supports and shafts 1. Remove the relevant blade 4.5.1]. 2. Undo the four screws (1) and remove the guard (2).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 34 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF NOTE The bearings are of the airtight shielded type and do not require lubrication. IMPORTANT The replacement of the shaft or of the bearings is an operation NOT foreseen by the Manufacturer and therefore it must NEVER be proposed or performed autonomously by the Support Centres.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 35 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3. Disconnect the spring (2) from the cam (3), re- move the cable gland (4) by extracting it from its seat using a pair of pliers and free the upper end of the cable (5).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 36 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF FRONT WHEELS 4.7.1 General information The front wheels of the cutting deck are fastened to the frame; if there is excessive radial clear- ance between the wheel and the support, the internal bushings must be replaced.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 37 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4.8 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 4.8.1 Routine maintenance chart Frequency Operating hours/months Object Related topic First time Next time •...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 4 - MAINTENANCE (95-105 Combi EL QF) 2020 38 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4.8.3 Washing and cleaning Washing the inside of the cutting decks must be carried out with the plate in the "Maintenance/ Washing"...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 40 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF Problem Probable cause Solution 4. The blade locking • Malfunction of the lock- Replacement of the locking device and device has been trig- ing devices adjustment of the cable...
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 41 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3. Undo the two screws (3) that fasten the can- vas belt guard (6) protection supports (4) on the frame (5) to the intermediate guard (7).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 42 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF Reassemble the new canvas and fasten the guard following the above procedures in reverse order. Before tightening on the two support (4) screws (3), make sure that the plastic tab (13) of the can- vas guard remains inside the perimeter of the in-...
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 43 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 4. If only the plastic part of the guard is being re- placed, the two pins must be recovered and reassembled on the new guard: •...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 44 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 5.3 REPLACING THE BELTS 5.3.1 Replacement of the control belt NOTE The replacement of the control belt can be performed without having to remove the cutting deck from the machine.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 45 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 2. Free the belt (3) from the pulley (4). 3. Unscrew the front screw (5). 4.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 46 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF Reassemble the new belt respecting the path in- dicated in the diagram, following the above pro- cedure in reverse order, taking care to: •...
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 47 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 2. Remove the casings. 5.3.2] from 1 to 4. 3. Pull the “Quick Flip” knob (1) to release the right support arm (2) and lift it as far as pos- sible to reduce the tension of the cable.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 48 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 10. Remove the casing (16), lifting it from the front. 11. Unhook the retainer plate (17) and extract the pin (18) supporting the cable terminal eyelet (19).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 49 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 14. With the right arm raised, screw the upper adjuster (20) as far as possible and carefully replace the protection cap (21).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 50 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF WARNING! - Apply the machine parking brake and check the stability of the cutting deck before starting any intervention.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 51 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 3. Using the appropriate equipment, check the balance of the blade (1) to make sure that there is a maximum difference of 2 grams between one side and the other.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 52 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 5.5.4 Replacement of the blade supports and shafts • Remove the relevant blade 5.5.1]. In the case of intervention on the right blade support: •...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 53 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 5.6 REPLACING THE HANDLE CABLES 5.6.1 General information Using the two front handles allows the plate to be tilted to the "Maintenance / Washing" position, keeping it balanced and raised.
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WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 54 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 6. When the cable is loose (5), release the han- dle (10) barrel end of the terminal (9) remove the cable gland (11) using a pair of pliers and remove the cable (5).
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 55 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF FRONT WHEELS 5.7.1 General information The supports of the front cutting deck wheel swivel in relation to the frame; the fork support of each wheel is equipped with a pin whose movement inside the hub is facilitated by the presence of two bushings.
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 56 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF 5.8 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 5.8.1 Routine maintenance chart Frequency Operating hours/months Object Related topic First time Next time •...
WORKSHOP MANUAL Chapter EDITION PAGE 95-105 Combi EL QF Decks 5 - MAINTENANCE (100 Combi 3 EL QF) 2020 57 / 100 Combi 3 EL QF Frequency Intervention Lubricant 100 hours Lubrication of the or seasonal tensioner lever pin. 5.8.3 Washing and cleaning Washing the inside of the cutting decks must be carried out with the plate in the "Maintenance/ Washing"...
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