Stop; Cleaning; Attachment Use; Cutting Height - Stiga P 901 C Series Operator's Manual

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7.8

STOP

Proceed as described below to stop the machine:
• Disconnect the power socket (12:A).
• Engage the parking brake (11:B)
• Turn of the engine by turning the key.
• Close the fuel stopcock. This indication is
particularly important if the machine is to be
transported on a trailer or similar.
To avoid possible backfires, leave the
throttle in the full throttle position be-
fore stopping the engine.
If you have to leave the machine un-
attended, disconnect the spark plug
leads and remove the ignition key.
The engine could be very hot immedi-
ately after switching off. Do not touch
the muffler, the engine or the cooling
fins. This can cause burn injuries.
7.9

CLEANING

To reduce the risk of fire, make sure
there are no grass, leaves and oil on
the engine, muffler, battery and fuel
tank
To reduce the risk of fire, regularly
check the machine for oil and/or fuel
leaks.
Never use high pressure jets of water.
It could damage shaft seals, electrical
components and hydraulic valves.
Never use high-pressure air directed
against the radiator fins. The fin struc-
ture would be damaged.
Always clean the machine after use. Follow the
instructions below to clean:
• Do not spray water directly on the engine.
• Clean the engine with a brush and/or
compressed air.
• Clean the engine cooling air intake.
• After washing with water, start the machine
and the cutting device to remove any excess
water that could penetrate the bearings and
cause damage.
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ENGLISH
(Translation of the original instructions)

8 ATTACHMENT USE

Check that there are no foreign bodies
such as stones, etc. in the grass to be
cut.
8.1

CUTTING HEIGHT

For best results, cut one third of the height of the
grass. See fig. 31.
If the grass is long and needs to be cut signif-
icantly, mow twice using two different cutting
heights.
Do not use the minimum cutting height if the
surface is uneven.
The cutting devices could be damaged by hitting
the surface, undermining the top layer of the
lawn.
8.2

MOWING TIPS

To obtain excellent mowing results, follow the
instructions below.
• Mow the grass frequently.
• Run the engine at full speed.
• The grass should not be wet.
• Use sharp cutting devices.
• Keep the bottom of the cutting device
assembly clean.

9 MAINTENANCE

9.1

SERVICE PROGRAM

To always keep the machine in good condition as
regards reliability, operating safety and attention
to the environment, always follow the STIGA SpA
service program.
The intervention points of this program are illus-
trated in the attached STIGA SpA maintenance
manual.
The Basic Check must always be carried out by
an authorised workshop.
The First check and Intermediate check should
be carried out by an authorised workshop, but
can also be carried out by the user.
The procedures are reported in the manual and
are described in the chapter "7 STARTING AND
DRIVING", as well as below.
The checks carried out by an authorised work-
shop guarantee professional work and original
spare parts.
The booklet is stamped at each Basic check and