Power Assisted Steering; Operating Tips - Stiga PRO 25 Instructions For Use Manual

4.4 START
1. Open the fuel cock. See 12.
2. Check that the spark plug cable(s) is/are in-
stalled on the spark plug(s).
3. Check to make sure that the power take-off is
disengaged.
4. Do not keep your foot on the drive pedal (3:F).
5. Put the throttle control at full throttle.
Starting cold engine – pull the choke control out
fully.
Starting warm engine – the choke control
should be pressed in.
6. Depress the clutch-brake pedal (3:B) fully.
7. Turn the ignition key and start the engine.
8 Once the engine has started, push the choke
control in gradually if it has been used.
9. When starting from cold, do not make the ma-
chine work under load immediately, but let the
engine run for a few minutes first. This will al-
low the oil to warm up.
When the machine is in operation, full throttle
should always be used.

4.5 POWER ASSISTED STEERING

Power assisted steering means that power from the
machine's hydraulic system is supplied to the
steering wheel movements. This makes the ma-
chine very easy to steer when the engine is operat-
ing at working revs (full throttle).
The servo effect is reduced as the engine speed
drops.

4.6 OPERATING TIPS

Always check that there is the correct volume of
oil in the engine. This is particularly important
when operating on slopes. See 4.2.
Be careful when driving on slopes. No
sudden starting or stopping when driv-
ing up or down a slope. Never drive
across a slope. Move from the top down
or from the bottom to the top.
The machine may not be driven on
slopes greater than 10º in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when
making sharp turns in order to retain
control and reduce the risk of tipping
over.
Do not turn the steering wheel to full
lock when driving in top gear and at full
throttle. The machine can easily topple
over.
Keep hands and fingers well away from
articulated steering joint and seat
bracket. Risk of crushing injuries. Nev-
er drive with the engine casing open.
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4.7 STOP
Disengage the power take-off. Apply the parking
brake.
Allow the engine to idle 1-2 mins. Stop the engine
by turning off the ignition key.
Shut off the petrol cock. This is particularly impor-
tant if the machine is to be transported on a trailer
for example.
If the machine is left unattended, re-
move the spark plug cable(s) and re-
move the ignition key.
The engine may be very warm immedi-
ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the
silencer, cylinder or cooling fins. This
can cause burn injuries.
4.8 CLEANING
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the en-
gine, silencer, battery and fuel tank free
from grass, leaves and oil.
To reduce the risk of fire, regularly
check the machine for oil and/or fuel
leakage.
Never use high-pressure water. This can
damage shaft seals, electrical compo-
nents or hydraulic valves.
Never use high-pressure air against the
radiator fins. This will damage the fin
structure.
Clean the machine after each use. The following
instructions apply for cleaning:
• Do not spray water directly at the engine.
• Clean the engine with a brush and/or com-
pressed air.
• Clean the engine's cooling air intake (14-
16:W).
• After cleaning with water, start the machine and
any cutting deck to remove the water that may
otherwise penetrate bearings and cause
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