Grass Cutting; Routine Maintenance - Stiga E300 Operator's Manual

3. GRASS CUTTING

NOTE This machine can be used to mow lawns in a num-
ber of different ways; before starting work, prepare the ma-
chine based on how the lawn is to be mowed. DO THIS
WHEN THE MOTOR IS SWITCHED OFF.
3.1 Preparation for grass cutting
and collection in the grass catcher:
Lift the rear discharge guard (1) and fasten the grass catch-
er (2) correctly as shown in the illustration.
3.2 Ignition
Fasten the extension lead correctly as shown.
To ignite the motor, push the safety button (2) and pull the
switch lever (1).
3.3 Grass cutting
While mowing, make sure the electric cable is always be-
hind you and on the side of the lawn that has already been
cut.
The appearance of the lawn will improve if you alternate
cutting in both directions at the same height.
When the grass catcher is too full, grass collection is no
longer efficient and the sound of the lawnmower changes.
To remove and empty the grass catcher,
– release the switch lever and wait for the cutting means
to stop;
– lift the rear discharge guard, grasp the handle and re-
move the grass catcher keeping it in an erect position.
Lawn care recommendations
Each type of grass has different characteristics and may
thus require different ways of caring for the lawn; always
read the instructions on seed boxes for mowing height for
the growing conditions in the work area.
Keep in mind that most grass is made up of a stem and one
or more leaves. If leaves are fully cut, the lawn is damaged
and growth is more difficult.
The following indications generally apply:
– cutting too low tears and uproots the grass, giving it a
"spotted" appearance;
– in the summer, cutting must be higher to prevent the
ground from drying;
– do not cut wet grass; this could reduce cutting means ef-
ficiency due to sticky grass and tear the lawn.
– for particularly high grass, initially mow at the maximum
height allowed by the machine then mow again after two
or three days.
3.4 End of operations
Release the lever (1) when work has been completed.
Disconnect the extension lead FIRST from the general
mains socket (2) THEN from the side of the lawnmower
switch (3).
WAIT UNTIL THE CUTTING MEANS STOPS before mak-
ing any adjustments to the lawnmower.
IMPORTANT If the motor stops while mowing due to over-
heating, you must wait about 5 minutes before restarting it.

4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Store the lawnmower in a dry place.
IMPORTANT Routine and accurate maintenance is es-
sential in maintaining original machine safety and perfor-
mance levels.
Adjustments or maintenance operations must only be per-
formed with the motor switched off and the machine discon-
nected from the mains power supply.
1) Wear strong protective gloves before cleaning, main-
taining or adjusting the machine.
2) Accurately wash the machine with water after cutting,
remove grass debris and mud accumulated in the chas-
sis to prevent it from drying and causing problems the
next time the lawnmower is used.
3) Always make sure the air intakes are free of debris.
4.1 Cutting means maintenance
It is best if all interventions on the cutting means are done
at a specialised Centre that has the most appropriate tools
and equipment.
Only cutting means bearing the code indicated in table on
page ii must be used on this machine.
Given product evolution, the above mentioned cutting
means may be replaced in time with others having similar
interchangeable and operating safety features.
Reassemble the cutting means (2) with the code facing
the ground, following the steps indicated in the illustration.
Tighten the central screw (1) using a torque wrench set to
15 Nm.
4.2 Cleaning the machine
Do not spray water onto the motor and electrical compo-
nents and prevent them from getting wet.
Do not use aggressive liquids to clean the chassis.
5. DIAGNOSTICS
Problem description
1. The electric lawnmower doesn't work
The machine has no power
supply
2. The electric lawnmower trips the power supply.
The mains socket
amperage is insufficient
Other electrical appliances
are being used
3. The cut grass is not collected in the grass catcher
The cutting means has
received a knock
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What to do if ....
Corrective Action
Check the electrical
connection.
Connect the machine
to a mains socket with
sufficient amperage
Do not connect other
appliances to the same
mains socket at the same
time.
Have the cutting means
sharpened or replace it
Check the fins that direct
the grass towards the
grass catcher