Stiga MP1 500 Li D48 Series Operator's Manual page 22

I. Battery (if it is not supplied with the machine,
see chapter 15 "attachments on request"):
provides the energy for starting the motor;
its specifications and regulations for use
are described in a specific manual.
J. Operator presence lever: this lever
enables the cutting means and drive to be
operated. The engine stops automatically
when the lever is released.
Drive engagement lever: this lever
K.
engages the drive to the wheels and
allows the machine to move forward.
L. Hatch for accessing the battery compartment
M. Safety key (Deactivation device): The key
enables / disables the machine electric circuit.
N. Battery charger (if it is not supplied with the
machine, see chapter 15 "attachments on
request"): device used to recharge the battery.
4. ASSEMBLY
The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these instructions to avoid
serious risks or dangers.
For storage and transport purposes, some components of
the machine are not installed in the factory and have to be
assembled after unpacking. Follow the instructions below.
Unpacking and completing the assembly should
be done on a flat and stable surface, with enough
space for moving the machine and its packaging,
always making use of suitable equipment. Do not use
the machine until all the instructions provided in the
"ASSEMBLY" section have been carried out.
4.1 ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS
The packaging includes assembly components.
4.1.1 Unpacking
1. Carefully open the packaging, paying
attention not to lose components.
2. Consult the documentation in the box,
including these instructions.
3. Remove all the unassembled parts from the box.
4. Dispose of the box and packaging in
compliance with local regulations.
Before assembling, make sure the safety key is
not inserted into its housing.
4.2 GRASS CATCHER ASSEMBLY (Fig.3)
With the grass catcher turned upside down, snap
on all the plastic sections (21) to the chassis
(22), using a screwdriver as illustrated.
4.3 HANDLE ASSEMBLY
Assemble the handle according to the indications in (Fig.4).
5. CONTROLS
5.1 SAFETY KEY (DEACTIVATION DEVICE)
The key (Fig.5.A) is located inside
the battery compartment.
Turning the key to "ON", the electric circuit of the
machine is activated, thus starting the machine.
Turning the key to "OFF", the electric circuit of the
machine is completely deactivated, to prevent
any uncontrolled use of the machine.
IMPORTANT Remove the safety key whenever
the machine is unused or left unattended.
5.2 OPERATOR PRESENCE LEVER
The operator presence lever (Fig.6.A)
enables the cutting means.
It is located in front of the handle.
Press the safety button (Fig.6.C) and bring the lever
towards the handle in order to start the cutting means.
When the lever is released, the motor automatically
stops and all functions are disabled.
NOTE The cutting means engagement is
possible only by pressing the safety button on
the right side of the handle and bringing the
operator presence lever towards the handle.
5.3 POWER BUTTON
The power button (Fig.7.A) is used to:
1. Machine power-on. By pressing the button
(Fig.7.A) the display (Fig.7.B) switches
on and the machine is ready for use.
NOTE The machine can be switched
on only if the operator presence lever
and the drive lever are released.
NOTE In case the machine is not
operated, the display turns off after 15
seconds and the above-mentioned
operation must be carried out again.
2. Cutting means engagement.
NOTE The cutting means
engagement is possible only by
pressing the operator presence lever
against the handle (see par. 6.3).
3. Cutting means disengagement.
With the cutting means engaged,
release the operator presence lever
(Fig.6.A); the cutting means stops whilst
keeping the machine powered on.
5.4 DRIVE ON LEVER
The drive ON lever engages the wheel drive and allows the
machine to move forward. It is located behind the handle.
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