Routine Maintenance; Occasional Maintenance; Handling And Transportation - Stiga CP1 534 Series Operator's Manual

7. MAINTENANCE
7.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these instructions to avoid
serious risks or hazards:
Before commencing any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustments on the machine:
• Stop the machine.
• Make sure that any moving component has stopped.
• Wait until the engine cools down.
• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 22.B).
• Remove the key (Fig.22.D) (for models with
push-button electric start).
• Read the relevant instructions.
• Use suitable clothing, protective gloves and gog-
gles.
7.2

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• The frequency and types of maintenance are summarised
in the "Maintenance Table" (chapter 10).
IMPORTANT Any maintenance and adjustment opera-
tions not described in this manual must be carried out by
your Authorised Service Centre.
7.2.1 Refuelling
Place the machine in a stable horizontal position on the
ground.
Refuelling must be performed with the machine
stopped and with the spark plug cap removed.
Refuel according to the methods and cautionary measures
indicated in the owner's manual of the engine.
IMPORTANT Clean any trace of leaked fuel. The warran-
ty does not cover damages caused by the fuel to the plastic
parts.
NOTE Fuel is perishable and should not remain in the
tank for more than 30 days.
7.2.2 Check/top-up engine oil
Check/top-up the engine oil according to the methods and
cautionary measures indicated in the owner's manual of
the engine.
For a correct operation of the machine, regularly replace
the engine oil, according to the indications in the owner's
manual of the engine.
Make sure to have restored the oil level before using the
machine again.
7.3

OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE

7.3.1 Cutting means
All operations concerning cutting means (disas-
sembly, sharpening, balancing, repair, reassembly and
/ or replacement) must be performed at an Authorised
Service Centre.
Make sure damaged, misshapen or worn cutting
means are replaced, together with the securing screws
to preserve balance.
IMPORTANT Always use original cutting means bearing the
code indicated in the "Technical Data" table.
7.4 CLEANING
Clean thoroughly following the instructions below every
time it is used.
7.4.1 Cleaning the machine
• Always make sure the air intakes are free of debris.
• Do not use aggressive liquids to clean the chassis.
• To reduce the risk of fire, keep the engine free of grass,
leaves residues or excessive grease.
• Wash the machine with water after each cutting work.
7.4.2 Cleaning the cutting means assembly
• Remove grass debris and mud accumulated inside the
chassis.
Models without washing connection
• To access the lower part, tilt the machine from the side
indicated in the engine's manual, following the relative in-
structions, making sure that the machine is stable before
carrying out any intervention.
For side discharge: remove the discharge chute (if
mounted - par. 6.1.2d.).
To wash the internal part of the cutting means assembly,
proceed as follows (Fig.23.A/B/C):
1. always stay behind the handle of the lawn mower;
2. start the engine.
If the painting of the internal side of the chassis comes
off, take immediate action, by retouching the painting with
anti-rust paint.
7.4.3 Cleaning the grass catcher (Fig.24.A/B)
Clean the grass catcher and leave it to dry.
7.5 BATTERY
The battery is supplied for the models with push-button
electric start. For instructions regarding the battery
life, recharging, storage and maintenance, follow the
instructions in the instructions manual of the engine.
8. STORAGE(Fig.25)
When the machine is to be stored away:
1. Start the engine outdoors and leave it running at idle
until it stops in order to consume all the fuel left in the
carburettor;
2. clean the machine thoroughly (par. 7.4);
3. check the integrity of the machine;
4. store the machine:
• in a dry place;
• protected from inclement weather;
• in a place out of children's reach;
• making sure that keys or tools used for maintenance
are removed.
9.

HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION

Whenever the machine is to be handled, raised, transported
or tilted you must:
• Stop the machine (par.6.5) until the moving parts come to a
complete halt.
• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig.22.B) or remove the key
(Fig.22.D) or the battery (for models with push-button elec-
tric start command).
• Wear heavy work gloves.
• Hold the machine in the points offering a safe grip, taking
into account the weight and its division.
• Use an appropriate number of people for the weight of the
machine and the characteristics of the vehicle or the place
where it must be placed or collected.
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