Sharpening The Wire Cutting Blade; Adjusting Idle Speed; Carburettor; Storage - Stiga BC 636 Series Operator's Manual

signs of breaking are noted or the
sharpening limit is exceeded.
For replacement procedures, see
sections 4.5.3 and 4.5.4.
8.5.3 Replacing the cutting line head
• Type I
Follow the sequence shown in (Fig.
• Type II
Cut the new line to the indicated
length (Fig. 29.A).
4. Rotate the winding knob (Fig. 30.A)
to align the reference on the knob
(Fig. 30.B) with the reference on
the head body (Fig. 30.C).
5. Insert one end of the line (Fig. 30.D) in
one of the two output holes and pass
the line through the opposite hole.
6. Align the lines that exit the
two holes evenly.
7. Rotate the winding knob (Fig. 31.A)
following the direction of the arrows to
wind the line, being careful to leave about
175 mm from both holes (Fig. 31.B).
If old line is left in the head or if broken
inside it, remove as described below:
1. press the tabs on the sides of the
cutting line head, where marked
"PUSH" (Fig. 32.A), and detach the
lower part of the head (Fig. 32.B);
2. Remove the line left inside;
3. replace the reel (Fig. 33.A) in its housing;
4. close the head by fastening the tabs (Fig.
33.B) in the slots (Fig. 33.C), pushing them
fully in until they click to lock the bottom
part of the head (Fig. 33.D) in place.
8.6 SHARPENING THE WIRE
CUTTING BLADE
1. Remove the wire cutter blade
(Fig.27.A) from the guard (Fig.27.B) by
unscrewing the screw (Fig. 27.C).
2. Secure the wire cutting blade in a vice (Fig.
27.A) and sharpen it using a flat file, being
careful to retain the original cutting angle;
3. Refit the wire cutter blade (Fig.27.A)
on the guard (Fig. 27.B).

8.7 ADJUSTING IDLE SPEED

the engine idling, contact your dealer
for the correct motor adjustment:

8.8 CARBURETTOR

The carburettor is set in the factory to obtain
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maximum performance in every use situation,
with minimal emission of harmful gases,
in compliance with current regulations.
In the event of poor performance,
contact your Authorised Service for
a carburettor and engine check.

9. STORAGE

IMPORTANT The safety regulations to
follow for putting into storage are described
in paragraph 2.4. Strictly comply with these
instructions to avoid serious risks or hazards.
When the machine must be stored for a period
of more than 2-3 months, certain steps must
be taken to avoid difficulties when resuming
work or permanent damage to the engine.
Before storing the machine:
1. Empty the fuel tank outdoors and
2. Start the engine and leave it running at
3. Wait for the engine to cool.
4. Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 14.H)
5. Clean the machine thoroughly.
6. Check the machine for any
7. Store the machine:
When starting up the machine again,
prepare the machine as indicated in
section 6 "Using the machine" .
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If the cutting means moves with
when the engine is cold.
idle until it stops in order to consume
all the fuel left in the carburettor.
damage. If necessary, contact the
authorised service centre.
– in a dry place;
– protected from inclement weather;
– with the blade guard correctly mounted;
– in a place out of children's reach;
– making sure that keys or tools used
for maintenance are removed.