Stiga T 300 Li 20 Series Operator's Manual page 23

tighten any screws and loose bolts or contact the
authorised service centre.
6. Checking for any damage to the machine. If necessary,
contact the authorised service centre.
IMPORTANT Remove the safety key whenever the machine
is unused or left unattended.
7. MAINTENANCE
The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these indications to avoid
serious risks or dangers.
Before conducting any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustment interventions on the machine:
• Stop the machine.
• Remove the safety key, (never leave the key in the
ignition or within reach of children or unauthorised
persons).
• Remove the battery.
• Make sure that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop.
• Allow the motor to cool before storing in an enclosed
space.
• Wear proper clothing and protective gloves whenever
your hands are at risk.
• Read the relevant instructions.
IMPORTANT Any maintenance and adjustment operations
not described in this manual must be carried out by your
Authorised Service Centre.
7.1 BATTERY
7.1.1 Battery power reserve
Battery power reserve (and therefore the movable lawn
surface before recharging is required) mainly depends on:
a. environmental factors that cause
higher energy requirements:
– mowing dense, high and/or wet grass.
b. machine cutting width: the wider the width,
the greater is the energy need.
c. Operator behaviour that should be avoided:
– Switching the machine on and off.
– frequently whilst working.
NOTE During use, the battery is protected against total
drainage with a protective device that switches off the
machine and stops it from working.
To optimise battery power reserve it
is always recommended to:
– Cut the grass when the lawn is dry.
– Cut the grass frequently so that it doesn't grow too tall.
If the need arises to use the machine for sessions which
exceed the capability of a standard battery, it is possible to:
– purchase a second standard battery to immediately
replace the discharged battery, without compromising
the continuity of operations;
– Purchase a battery with an extended power reserve
compared to the standard version.
7.1.2 Battery removal and recharging
1. Open the battery housing hatch and remove the safety
key (Fig.6.A);
2. Press the button on the battery and remove it (Fig.6.B .
3. Insert the battery in its housing in the battery charger
(Fig.7)
4. Connect the battery charger to a power socket 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.
7.1.3 Refitting the battery on the machine
When recharging is completed:
1. Remove the battery from its housing in the battery charg-
er.
2. Disconnect the battery charger from the mains power
supply.
3. Fit the battery inside its housing on the machine
7.2 CLEANING
Clean thoroughly following the instructions below every time
it is used.
7.2.1 Cleaning the machine
• Do not spray water onto the motor and electrical
components and prevent them from getting wet.
• Do not use aggressive liquids to clean the chassis.
• To reduce fire hazards, keep the lawnmower and, in
particular, the motor free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease.
7.2.2 Cleaning the cutting-means assembly
IMPORTANT Tilt the machine laterally and make sure that it
is stable before starting any work.
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