Stiga MP2 500-R Li D48 Series Operator's Manual page 119

2. Cutting means engagement.
NOTE The cutting means engagement is
possible only by pressing the operator presence
lever against the handle (see par. 6.3).
3. Cutting means disengagement. With the
cutting means engaged, release the operator
presence lever (Fig.6.A); the cutting means
stops whilst keeping the machine on.
5.4 DRIVE ENGAGEMENT LEVER
The drive engagement lever engages the wheel drive and
allows the machine to move forward. It is located behind the
handle.
Traction engaged.
To engage the traction bring the drive
engagement lever towards the handle
(Fig. 6.B).
Forward speed adjustment is possible
through the selection knob (Fig.7.C).
You can select 6 different levels of speed.
1. Maximum speed (about 5 Km/h).
2. Minimum speed (about 2.5 Km/h).
NOTE The last speed level selected remains
set after the machine is turned off.
IMPORTANT To prevent damage to the transmission,
do not pull the machine backwards with the drive engaged.
5.5 "ECO" BUTTON
The "ECO" mode allows to save energy when cutting the
grass, optimising the battery life.
Press the button (Fig.7.D) to enable or disable "ECO" mode.
When the traction is active, the display shows the indication
"E".
This mode automatically switches off when the operator
presence and traction levers are released.
NOTE It is not recommended to use the "ECO" function in
heavy grass cutting conditions (cutting of dense, high, humid
grass).
5.6 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Lower or raise the chassis to cut the
grass at different heights.
Do this when the cutting means is stationary.
• The cutting height is adjusted by using the designated
lever (Fig.8.C) that lifts or lowers the chassis to the desired
position.
6. USING THE MACHINE
The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these indications to avoid
serious risks or dangers.
6.1 PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES
Before starting work , it is necessary to carry out several
checks and operations to ensure you can work efficiently and
in maximum safety:
Make sure the safety key is not inserted in its housing.
Place the machine in a stable horizontal position on the
ground.
6.1.1 Checking the battery
Before using the machine for the first time after purchase,
fully charge the battery following the instructions in the battery
booklet.
Before every use of the machine, check the battery charge
status according to the instructions in the battery booklet.
6.1.2 Preparing the machine before starting work
NOTE This machine can be used to mow lawns in various
ways; before starting, prepare the machine based on how the
lawn is to be mowed.
a. Preparation for grass cutting and collection in the
grass catcher:
– 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:
– Remove the grass catcher and check that the rear
discharge guard (Fig.10.A) maintains its lowered
position.
6.1.3 Adjusting the handle height
Carry out this operation when the cutting means
is stationary.
The height of the handle can be adjusted to 3 different
positions, as marked at the base of the handle (Fig.11.A).
To change the handle height, pull both levers on the sides of
the handle (Fig.11.B), and hold them in position.
Move the handle carefully to the desired height and release
the two levers.
It is also possible to fold the handle to the closed position from
the working position, for storage purposes (par. 9.1).
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