Stiga MP2 504 Series Operator's Manual page 117

EN WARNING: READ THE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE.
Keep for future reference.
INDEX
1. GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................... 1
1.1 How to read the manual ...................................... 1
1.2 References .......................................................... 1
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS ............................................. 1
2.1 Training ................................................................ 1
2.2 Preliminary procedures ....................................... 2
2.3 During operation ................................................. 2
2.4 Maintenance, storage and transport .................. 3
2.5 Environmental protection .................................... 3
3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE .......................... 3
3.1 Description of the machine and planned use ..... 3
3.2 Safety signs ......................................................... 4
3.3 Identification label ............................................... 4
3.4 Main components ................................................ 4
4. ASSEMBLY ................................................................... 4
4.1 Assembly components ....................................... 5
4.2 Grass catcher assembly ..................................... 5
4.3 Handle assembly ................................................ 5
5. CONTROLS .................................................................. 5
5.1 Manual starter handgrip ...................................... 5
5.2 Electric push-button starter switch ..................... 5
5.3 Throttle control .................................................... 5
5.4 Speed control lever ............................................. 5
5.5 Engine brake lever / cutting means ..................... 5
5.6 Drive engagement lever ...................................... 5
5.7 Cutting height adjustment ................................... 5
6. USING THE MACHINE ................................................. 6
6.1 Preliminary procedures ....................................... 6
6.2 Safety checks ...................................................... 7
6.3 Start-up ............................................................... 7
6.4 Operation ............................................................ 8
6.5 Stop 8
6.6 After operation..................................................... 8
7. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE .......................................... 9
7.1 General information ............................................ 9
7.2 Refuelling ............................................................ 9
7.3 Check/top-up engine oil ...................................... 9
7.4 Cleaning .............................................................. 9
7.5 Nuts and bolts ................................................... 10
7.6 Battery ............................................................... 10
7.7 Adjusting the converter cable ........................... 10
8. OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE ................................. 10
8.1 Cutting means ................................................... 10
9. STORAGE................................................................... 10
9.1 Vertical storage ................................................. 10
10. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION .......................11
11. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS .....................................11
12. WARRANTY COVERAGE ...........................................11
13. MAINTENANCE TABLE ............................................. 12
14. PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION ..................................... 12
15. ATTACHMENTS ON REQUEST ................................ 13
15.1 "Mulching" kit..................................................... 13
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
Some paragraphs in the manual contain important
information regarding safety and operation
and are emphasized in this manner:
NOTE OR IMPORTANT
further information on what has already been said,
and aim to prevent damage to the machine.
The symbol highlights danger. Failure to observe the
warning can lead to the risk of injury to oneself and others
and/or damage.
The paragraphs highlighted in a square with
grey spots indicate the optional characteristics
not on all models documented in this manual.
Check if the characteristic is on this model.
Whenever reference is made to a position on the
machine such as "front", "back", "left" or "right"
hand side, this is determined from where the
operator is in normal operating position.
1.2 REFERENCES
1.2.1 Figures
The figures in these instructions for
use are numbered 1, 2, 3, etc.
The components indicated in the figures are
identified with letters A, B, C, and so on.
Reference to component C in figure 2 is indicated with
the wording: "See fig. 2.C" or simply "(Fig. 2.C)".
The figures are given as a guide only. The actual pieces
can differ from those illustrated in this document.
1.2.2 Titles
The manual is divided into chapters and paragraphs.
The title of paragraph "2.1 Training" is a subtitle of "2.
Safety regulations". References to titles or paragraphs
are marked with the abbreviation chap. or par. and the
relevant number. Example: "chap. 2" or "par. 2.1"
2. SAFETY REGULATIONS
2.1 TRAINING
Become acquainted with the controls and the pro-
per use of the machine. Learn how to stop the engine
quickly. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in fire and/or serious injury.
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