Complete Assembly; Controls Description; Grass Cutting - Stiga MCS 474 Series Operator's Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For information on the engine and the battery (if sup-
plied), read the relevant owner manuals.
NOTE – The number which precedes each paragraph
links the references in the text to the respective illus-
trations (listed on page iii and following pages).

1. COMPLETE ASSEMBLY

NOTE The machine can be supplied with some parts al-
ready assembled.
WARNING! Unpacking and completing the assem-
bly should be done on a flat and stable surface, with
enough space for moving the machine and its packag-
ing, always making use of suitable equipment.
Disposal of the packaging should be done in accord-
ance with the local regulations in force.
1.1 Assembling the handle
1.2 Battery connection
• Electric push-button ignition models
I nsert the supplied battery in the relative engine compart-
ment (par. 3.2b, "II - "III").

2. CONTROLS DESCRIPTION

NOTE The meanings of the symbols on controls are ex-
plained in the previous pages.
2.2 Engine brake lever / cutting means
The cutting means brake is controlled by the lever (1) which
must be held against the handle during ignition and during
lawnmower operations.
The engine stops when the lever is released.
OPC (Operator Presence Control) le-
ver release: engine stop.
STOP
2.3 Drive lever (where applicable)
On power-driven models, push the lever (1) toward the han-
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dle for forward movement.
The lawnmower stops moving forward when the lever is
released.
The engine must always be ignited with the drive disen-
gaged.
Transmission is active.
WARNING! To prevent damage to the transmis-
sion, do not pull the machine backwards with the trans-
mission engaged.
2.4 Converter control lever (if fitted)
In the models with drive systems, the converter control le-
ver (if fitted) allows the operator to regulate forward gear
speed.
To do so, move the lever (1) following the indications pro-
vided near the control lever.
IMPORTANT The engine must be running and the drive
engaged when switching from one speed to another.
Do not touch the converter control when the engine is
stopped. Doing this could damage the converter.
NOTE If the machine does not move forward with the le-
ver in the « » position, simply move the lever to «
then immediately return to the «
2.5 Cutting height adjustment
The cutting height is adjusted by the levers (1).
The four wheels must be adjusted to the same height.
DO THIS WHEN THE CUTTING MEANS IS STATIONARY.
2.6 Cutting he

3. GRASS CUTTING

3.1a Preparation for mowing and mulching
– On models with a side discharge: make sure that the
side discharge guard (2) is lowered and blocked by the
safety lever (1).
3.1b Preparation for mowing and side discharge
of grass (if provided)
– P ush the safety lever (1) slightly and lift the side dis-
charge guard (2).
– I nsert the side discharge chute (3) as shown in the figure.
– C lose the side discharge guard (2) so that the side dis-
charge chute (3) is locked in place.
To remove the side discharge chute:
– P ush the safety lever (1) slightly and lift the side dis-
charge guard (2).
– R elease the side discharge chute (3).
3.2 Engine ignition
During ignition, follow the instructions in the engine man-
ual.
3.2a
• Manual ignition models ("I")
Pull the cutting means brake lever (1) against the handle
and firmly tug the knob on the ignition cable (2).
3.2b
• Electric push-button ignition models ("II - III")
– Insert the supplied battery in the relative engine com-
partment (4); (follow the instructions provided in the en-
gine manual).
– Insert the key as far as possible (if fitted) (5).
– Pull the engine cutting means brake lever towards the
handle (1).
NOTE Keep pulling the engine / cutting means brake or
the engine will stop.
– Press and hold the starter button until the engine switch-
es on (6).
3.3 Mowing the lawn
The appearance of the lawn will improve if you alternate
cutting in both directions at the same height.
A machine that is equipped with a MULCHING system cuts
the grass, chops it then distributes it over the lawn. It is not
necessary to collect the cut grass.
EN - 4
» and
» position.