Stiga Cruiser CR 430 Li 80 Series Operator's Manual page 113

• Type "I"
– The cutting height is adjusted by the
levers (Fig. 8.A) The four wheels must
be adjusted to the same height.
• Type "II" (for MP1 Series only)
– The cutting height is adjusted by pressing
the button (Fig. 8.A) and lifting or lowering
the grass-catcher with the handgrip (Fig.
8.B), as far as the required position.
6. USING THE MACHINE
The safety regulations to follow are
described in chapter 2. Strictly comply with these
instructions to avoid serious risks or hazards.
6.1 PREPARATION
Before starting to mow, it is necessary to carry
out several checks and operations to ensure you
can work efficiently and in maximum safety.
Place the grass mower in a stable
horizontal position on the ground.
6.1.1 Battery
• The machine is equipped with a partially charged
battery, inserted into its housing. Remove the
battery (par. 7.2.2) and fully charge the battery
according to the instructions in the battery booklet.
• Before each use:
– check the battery charge status according
to the instructions in the battery booklet.
– make sure the battery is correctly inserted
into its housing (par. 7.2.3).
6.1.2 Preparing the machine before starting work
NOTE This machine can be used to mow lawns in a
number of different ways; before starting work, prepare
the machine based on how the lawn is to be mowed.
a. Preparation for grass cutting and
collection in the grass catcher:
1. Lift the rear discharge guard (fig. 9.A)
and fit the grass-catcher correctly (Fig.
9.B) as indicated in the figure.
b. Preparation for mowing and grass
rear discharge onto the ground:
1. Remove the grass catcher and check
that the rear discharge guard (Fig. 10.A)
maintains its lowered position.
2. On models with a side discharge: make sure that
the side discharge guard (Fig. 10.B) is lowered.
c. Preparation for mowing and mulching:
1. On models with side discharge: make sure that
the side discharge guard (Fig. 10.B) is lowered.
2. Lift the rear discharge guard (fig. 11.A) and
fit the chute cap (Fig. 11.B) in the discharge
opening holding it inclined slightly to the right.
3. Fasten in place by inserting the two pins
(Fig. 11.C) into the designated holes until the
toothed coupling clicks into place (Fig. 11.D).
To remove the chute cap:
1. lift the rear discharge guard (fig. 11.A);
2. press the centre to release the
toothed coupling (Fig. 11.D).
d. Preparation for mowing and grass
side discharge onto the ground:
1. Lift the rear discharge guard (fig. 11.A) and
fit the chute flap (Fig. 12.B) in the discharge
opening holding it inclined slightly to the right.
2. Fasten in place by inserting the two pins
(Fig. 12.C) into the designated holes until the
toothed coupling clicks into place (Fig. 12.D).
3. Lift the side discharge guard (Fig. 12.A)
4. Insert the side discharge chute (Fig. 12.E).
5. Close the side discharge guard (Fig.
12.A) so that the side discharge chute
(Fig. 12.E) is locked in position.
To remove the chute cap:
1. lift the rear discharge guard (fig. 11.A);
2. press the centre to release the
toothed coupling (Fig. 11.D).
6.1.3 Cutting height adjustment
Adjust the cutting height as indicated in (par. 5.4).
6.2 SAFETY CHECKS
Run the following safety checks and check that the
results correspond to those outlined on the tables.
Always carry out the safety checks before use.
6.2.1 General safety check
Object
Cutting means
Rear discharge guard;
grass catcher
Side discharge guard,
side discharge chute
Control lever
Battery
EN - 6
Result
Not damaged or worn.
Good condition. No
damage. Properly installed.
Good condition. No
damage. Properly installed.
The lever must move
freely, it must not need
forcing and should return
automatically and rapidly
back to the neutral position.
No damage to the casing