Preliminary Procedures; Cutting Height Adjustment; Using The Machine - Stiga CP1 534 Series Operator's Manual

4.1 UNPACKING (Fig.3.0)
1. Remove all the unassembled parts from the box.
2. Take out the machine and dispose of the box and
packaging in compliance with local regulations.
4.2 HANDLE ASSEMBLY (Fig.4.)
4.3 GRASS CATCHER ASSEMBLY (Fig.5)
5. CONTROLS
5.1 MANUAL START HANDGRIP (Fig.6.A)
5.2 PUSH-BUTTON ELECTRIC START COM-
MAND (Fig.6.B)
5.3 ENGINE BRAKE LEVER / CUTTING MEANS
(Fig.7.A)
OPC (Operator Presence Control)
lever release: engine stop.
STOP
(Fig.7.A)
5.4 DRIVE ON LEVER (Fig.7.B)
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Transmission is active.
IMPORTANT The engine must be started only with
the drive OFF.
IMPORTANT Avoid moving the machine backwards
when the drive is ON.
5.5 CONVERTER CONTROL LEVER (IF FITTED)
(Fig.8)
In the models with drive systems, the converter con-
trol lever (if fitted) allows the operator to regulate forward ge-
ar speed. To do so, move the lever (1) following the indications
provided near the control lever.
IMPORTANT The engine must be running and the drive
engaged when switching from one speed to another.
Do not touch the converter control when the engine is
stopped. Doing this could damage the converter.
NOTE If the machine does not move forward with the le-
ver in the « » position, simply move the lever to «
then immediately return to the «
IMPORTANT The engine must be running and the drive
engaged when switching from one speed to another.
Do not touch the converter control when the engine is
stopped. Doing this could damage the converter.
5.6

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Do this when the cutting means is stationary.
• Adjustment (See Fig.9.A)
6.

USING THE MACHINE

IMPORTANT For instructions on the engine and the bat-
tery (if equipped), refer to the corresponding manuals.
(Fig.7.B)
» and
» position.
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6.1

PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES

Place the machine in a stable horizontal position on the
ground.
6.1.1 Filling with oil and fuel
IMPORTANT The machine is supplied without engine oil
and without fuel.
Before using the machine, refuel and top/up with oil; refer to
the owner's manual of the engine at par. 7.2.1/7.2.2.
6.1.2 Preparing the machine before starting work
NOTE This machine can be used to mow lawns in vari-
ous ways;
a. Preparation for grass cutting and collection in
the grass catcher:
1. For side discharge models: make sure that the
guard (Fig. 10.A) is lowered and locked by the
safety lever (Fig. 10.B).
2. Insert the grass catcher (Fig.10.C).
b. Preparation for grass cutting and rear grass
discharge on the ground:
1. Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.11.A) and fit the pin
(Fig.11.B).
2. For models with side discharge: make sure that the
guard (Fig. 11.C) is lowered and locked by the safety
lever (Fig. 11.D).
To remove the pin: see Fig.11.A/B.
c. Preparation for grass mowing and chopping
(mulching function):
Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.12.A) and fit the chu-
te cap (Fig.12.B) in the discharge opening, keeping it
slightly tilted to the right. Fasten it by fitting the two pins
(Fig.12.B.1) into the holes provided until clicks into place.
For models with side discharge: make sure that the side
discharge guard (Fig. 12.C/D) is lowered and locked by the
safety lever (Fig. 12.D).
d. Preparation for grass cutting and side
discharge on the ground:
1. Lift the rear discharge guard (Fig.13.A) and fit the
chute cap (Fig.13.B) in the discharge opening,
keeping it slightly tilted to the right. Fasten it by fitting
the two pins (Fig.13.B.1) into the holes provided until
clicks into place.
2 Slightly push the safety lever (Fig.13.C) and lift the
side discharge guard (Fig.13.D).
3. Insert the side discharge chute (Fig.13.E).
4 Close the side discharge guard (Fig.13.D) so as to
lock the side discharge chute (Fig.13.E).
To remove the side discharge chute:
5. Slightly push the safety lever (Fig.13.C) and lift the
side discharge guard (Fig.13.D).
6. Release the side discharge chute (Fig.13.E).