Maintenance & Storage; Environmental Protection - Stiga CP1 430 Li D48 Operator's Manual

• Do not expose the machine to rain or wet environments.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
• Pay careful attention to uneven ground (hills, dips),
slopes, hidden hazards and obstacles that could limit
visibility.
• Be very careful near ravines, ditches or embankments.
The machine could overturn if a wheel slides over the
edge or if the earth gives way.
• Always mow across a slope and never up and down it,
being very careful when changing direction, making sure
you have firm footage and that the wheels do not hit any
obstacles (such as stones, branches, roots, etc.) that
may cause the machine to slide sideways or make you
lose control of it.
• Look out for traffic when using the machine near the road.
Behaviour
• Exercise caution when reversing or moving backwards.
Look behind you to make sure there are no obstacles
before and during operations in reverse gear.
• Never run, always walk.
• Do not allow the lawnmower to pull you along.
• Always keep hands and feet away from the cutting means,
when starting and when using the machine.
• Attention: the cutting means will continue to rotate for
a few seconds after disengagement or after you have
switched off the motor.
• Keep away from the discharge opening.
If something breaks or an accident occurs during
mowing, turn off the engine immediately and move the
machine away to prevent further damage; if an accident oc-
curs with injuries or third parties are injured, carry out the
first aid measures most suitable for the situation immedi-
ately and contact the medical authorities for any necessary
health care. Carefully remove any debris which could cause
damage or injury to persons or animals if ignored.
Use limitations
• Never operate the machine with guards damaged, miss-
ing or incorrectly assembled (grass catcher, side dis-
charge guards, rear discharge guards).
• Don't use the machine if the attachments/tools are not
installed in their seats.
• Never disengage, deactivate, remove or tamper with the
safety systems/micro switches installed.
• Do not strain the machine too much and do not use a
small machine for heavy-duty work; if you use the right
machine, you will reduce the risk of hazards and improve
the quality of your work.
2.4 MAINTENANCE, STORAGE
Ensure regular maintenance and correct storage to main-
tain machine safety and high performance levels.
Maintenance
• Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Faulty or worn-out parts must always be replaced and
never repaired.
• Be careful during adjustment of the machine to prevent
entrapment of the fingers between moving parts of the
cutting means and fixed parts of the machine.
The noise and vibration levels shown in these
instructions are the maximum levels when using the
machine. The use of an unbalanced cutting element, the
excessive speed of movement, or lack of maintenance have
a significant influence on noise emissions and vibrations.
Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive steps to
eliminate possible damage due to high levels of noise and
stress from vibration; Maintain the machine well, wear ear
protection devices, and take breaks while working.
Storage
• To reduce fire risks, do not leave containers with debris
inside a room.
2.5 BATTERY / BATTERY CHARGER
IMPORTANT The following safety instructions are in
addition to the safety requirements provided in the specific
battery and battery charger manual delivered with this
machine.
• Only use battery chargers recommended by the manufac-
turer to recharge batteries. An inadequate battery charg-
er may cause electric shock, overheating or corrosive
liquid to leak from the battery.
• Use only batteries specifically designed for your power
tool. The use of other batteries may cause injuries and
fire risks.
• Make sure that the machine is switched off before insert-
ing the battery. Inserting a battery in a machine which is
switched on can cause a fire.
• Keep all unused batteries at a distance from paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
as contact with the same can cause short circuits. Short
circuits between battery contacts can lead to explosion
or fires.
• Do not use the battery charger in places where there are
inflammable vapours, substances or on easily inflamma-
ble surfaces like paper, fabric, etc. During recharge, the
battery charger becomes heated and may cause fire.
• When transporting accumulators, make sure the contacts
never come into contact with each other and never use
metal containers to transport them.
2.6

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Safeguarding the environment must be a relevant and
priority aspect when using the machine, of benefit to the
community and the environment we live in.
• Avoid being a disturbance to the neighbourhood. Use this
machine at reasonable times of the day only (not early
morning or late evening when the noise could cause
disturbance).
• Strictly comply with local regulations for the disposal of
packaging, damaged parts or any elements with strong
environmental impact; this waste must not be disposed
of with regular waste, but must be separated and taken to
collection centres, which will recycle the materials.
• Comply with local regulations for the disposal of waste
materials.
• When the machine is withdrawn from service, do not
dispose of it in the environment, but take it to a waste
disposal facility in accordance with the local regulations
in force.
Do not throw electrical equipment away with
domestic waste. According to the European Direc-
tive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic
equipment and its implementation in compliance
with national standards, old electrical equipment
must be collected separately, for eco-compatible recycling.
If electrical equipment is disposed of in dumps or in landfills,
hazardous substances can leak into the groundwater and con-
taminate the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.
For further information on the disposal of this product, contact
your dealer or a domestic waste collection service.
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