Operation; Stopping The Machine - Stiga MP1 500 Li D48 Series Operator's Manual

6.4

OPERATION

IMPORTANT When working, always keep
a safe distance 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.7.E).
IMPORTANT If the motor stops because
it is overheated whilst mowing, you must wait
approximately 5 minutes before restarting it.
6.4.1 Grass cutting
1. Start moving forward and mowing the grass area.
2. Adjust speed and cutting height (para 5.6) in
relation to lawn conditions (grass height, density
and humidity) and the amount of grass to be cut.
For traction models (par. 5.4): It is recommended to
avoid mowing on slopes with a degree higher than 15°.
3. The appearance of the lawn will improve
if you alternate cutting in both directions
at the same height (Fig.19).
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.19).
• Keep the chassis clean (par. 7.3.1).
6.4.2 Suggestions for maintaining your lawn
• To keep a lawn lush and green, it should be cut
regularly. A lawn can be composed of different types
of grass. If the lawn is cut frequently, grass and roots
grow more vigorously, forming a solid grassy bed;
if the lawn is cut is less frequently, higher grass and
weeds start growing (clover and daisies, etc.). The
frequency of mowing should be in relation to the
rate of growth of the grass, which should not be left
to grow too much between one cut and the next.
• The best height of grass on a well-kept lawn is approx.
4-5cm. With one mow, you do not need to remove more
than a third of the total height. If the grass is very tall,
it should be cut twice in a twenty-four hour period; The
first time with the cutting means at maximum cutting
height and the second cut at the height desired.
• Cutting too low tears and uproots the grass,
giving it a "spotted" appearance.
• During hot and dry periods, the grass should be cut a
little higher to prevent the ground from drying out.
• It is always better to cut the grass when it is dry. Do
not cut wet grass; this could reduce cutting means
efficiency due to sticky grass and tear the lawn.
• The cutting means must be in good state and well
sharpened so that the grass is cut straight without a
ragged edge that leads to yellowing at the ends.
6.4.3 Grass catcher emptying
When the grass catcher (Fig.1.G) becomes too
full, the grass collection is no longer efficient
and the lawn mower noise changes.
For grass catcher with contents indicator device:
1. Lifted = empty.
2. Lowered = full.
During operation, when the cutting means is moving,
the indicator stays lifted as long as the grass catcher
can collect the cut grass; when it is lowered, it means
that the grass catcher is full and must be emptied.
To remove and empty the grass catcher:
Release both levers (Fig.20.A) and (Fig.20.B).
1.
2. Wait until the cutting means stops.
3. Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.11.A),
grab the handle and remove the grass
catcher, keeping it in upright position.
6.5

STOPPING THE MACHINE

To stop the machine:
Release both levers (Fig.20.A) and (Fig.20.A).
1.
2. Press the power button (Fig.17.A).
3. Wait until the cutting means stops.
After stopping the machine, it will take a few sec-
onds for the cutting means to stop.
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 removed or refitted.
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