Stiga MP2 554 Series Operator's Manual page 75

8. OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE
Before conducting any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustment interventions on the machine:
• Stop the machine.
• Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
• Wait until the engine is sufficiently cold.
• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig.21.0).
• Read the relevant instructions.
• Use suitable clothing, protective
gloves and goggles.
8.1 CUTTING MEANS
A badly sharpened cutting means pulls at the
grass and causes the lawn to turn yellow.
Do not touch the cutting means until the key has
been removed and the cutting means is completely
stationary.
All work on the cutting means (disassembly,
sharpening, balancing, repairing, reassembly and/
or replacing) are demanding jobs that require special
skills as well as special tools. For safety reasons, these
jobs are best carried out at a Specialised Centre.
Make sure damaged, misshapen or worn cutting-
means are replaced, together with its own screws in
place to preserve balance.
IMPORTANT Always use original cutting means
bearing the code indicated in the "Technical Data".
Given product evolution, the cutting means
listed in the "Technical Data" table may be
replaced in time with others having similar
interchangeable and operating safety features.
9. STORAGE
When the machine is to be stored away:
1. Start the engine in the open air and run it
idle until it comes to a halt, so that it uses up
all the fuel that is left in the carburettor.
2. Wait for the engine to cool.
3. Remove the spark plug cap (Fig.21.0).
4. Clean the machine thoroughly (par. 7.4).
5. Check the machine for any damage. If necessary,
contact the authorised service centre.
6. Store the machine:
• in a dry place;
• protected from inclement weather;
• covered with a sheet where possible;
• in a place where children cannot get to it.
• making sure that keys or tools used for maintenance
are removed.
10. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION
Whenever the machine is to be handled,
raised, transported or tilted you must:
• Stop the machine (par. 6.5).
• Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig.21.0).
• Wear heavy work gloves.
• Hold the machine in the points offering a safe grip,
taking into account the weight and its division.
• Use an appropriate number of people for the weight
of the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle
or the place where it must be placed or collected.
• Make sure that machine movements do
not cause damage or injuries.
When transporting the machine on
a vehicle or trailer, always:
• Use an access ramp of suitable
strength, width and length.
• Load the machine with the engine switched off
and pushed by an adequate number of people.
• Lower the cutting-means assembly (par. 5.6).
• Position it so that it can not cause a hazard for anybody.
• Fasten firmly to the means of transport using
ropes or chains to prevent it from tipping over.
11. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS
This manual provides all the necessary information
to run the machine and for correct basic maintenance
operations which can be performed by the user. Any
regulations and maintenance operations not described
herein must be carried out by your Dealer or Authorised
Service Centre, which have the necessary knowledge
and equipment to ensure that the work is carried out
correctly, maintaining the correct degree of safety and
the original operating conditions of the machine.
Any operations performed in unauthorized centres or by
unqualified persons will totally invalidate the Warranty and
all obligations and responsibilities of the Manufacturer.
• Only authorized service workshops can carry
out guaranteed repairs and maintenance.
• The authorized service workshops only use genuine
spare parts. Genuine spare parts and accessories
have been designed specifically for machines.
• Non-original parts and attachments are not approved;
use of non-original spare parts and attachments
will jeopardize the safety of the machine and relieve
the Manufacturer from all obligations or liabilities.
12. WARRANTY COVERAGE
The warranty conditions are intended for consumers
only, i.e. non-professional operators.
The warranty covers all material quality and
manufacturing defects recognised during the warranty
period by your Dealer or Authorised Service Centre.
The warranty is restricted to the repair or replacement
of components recognised as faulty.
It is advisable to send your machine once a year
to an authorized service workshop for servicing,
assistance and safety device inspection.
The warranty only applies to machines
subjected to regular maintenance.
The user must follow all the instructions provided
in the accompanying documentation.
The warranty does not cover damages resulting from:
• Failure to become familiar with the documentation
accompanying the machine (Instruction manuals).
• Professional use.
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