Routine Maintenance; Environmental Protection - ST SV 213 E Manual De Instrucciones

Select the depth according to the type of work mode and
the type of working rotor used, following these basic indi-
cations:
«1» = Transfer (for moving the machine, with the working
rotor lifted that does not touch the ground).
«2» = With the working rotor with springs and grass-
catcher, for raking leaves and grass on the surface
and for aerating the ground, collecting removed
material;
«2» = With the working rotor with rigid blades and grass-
catcher, for scarifying the surface of the ground,
collecting removed material;
«3» «4» = With the working rotor with rigid blades and no
grass-catcher, for more or less deep scarifica-
tion of the ground, leaving removed material on
the ground. In optimal conditions, the grass-
catcher can be fitted and the removed material
can be collected, as long as the working rotor
is not clogged.
3.3 FITTING THE GRASS-CATCHER
Lift the stone-guard (1) and fasten the grass-catcher (2)
correctly as shown in the illustration.
3.4 STARTING
Fasten the extension cable correctly as shown.
To start the motor, push the safety button (2) and pull the
switch lever (1).
3.5 AERATING AND SCARIFYING THE GROUND
While working, make sure the electric cable is always be-
hind you and on the side of the area you have finished.
Two crossed passages, a week apart, will give the best re-
sults.
Lawn care suggestions
• Over time, a layer of moss and grass residue forms on the
ground surface reducing its supply of oxygen and stop-
ping water and nutritious substances from penetrating.
This impoverishes the lawn and makes it yellow.
• The ideal period for aerating and scarifying a lawn is in
autumn or spring.
• Optimal working conditions consist of low and slightly
wet grass, as working on ground that is dry or softened
with too much water impedes collection of material and
may damage the lawn.
• It is always advisable to remove leaves from the lawn be-
fore aerating or scarifying.
• You can remove that surface felt with a surface aerating
action (with reduced tine depth in the ground).
• By increasing depth (scarifying), that removal action in-
volves the harder ground layer and, at the same time,
separates grass roots and increases them. This makes
your lawn thicker with more blades of grass.
3.6 EMPTYING THE GRASS-CATCHER
To remove and empty the grass-catcher,
– release the switch lever (1) and wait for the working ro-
tor to stop;
– lift the stone-guard (2), grasp the handle and remove the
grass-catcher keeping it in an erect position.
3.7 WHEN WORK IS FINISHED
Release the lever (1) when work has been completed.
Disconnect the extension cable FIRST from the general
socket (2) THEN from the side of the machine switch (3).
WAIT UNTIL THE WORKING ROTOR STOPS before mak-
ing any adjustments to the machine.
IMPORTANT If the motor stops because it is overheated
while working, you must wait about 5 minutes before re-
starting it.

4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT Routine and accurate maintenance is essen-
tial in maintaining original machine safety and performance
levels.
Store the machine in a dry place.
1) Wear sturdy work gloves before cleaning, maintaining
or adjusting the machine.
2) Clean the machine after each use; remove debris and
mud accumulated on the working rotor and on tines, to
prevent it drying and making the next removal difficult.
3) Avoid using petrol or solvents on the plastic parts of the
machine to prevent damaging them. The warranty does
not cover damage to plastic parts caused by the use of
petrol or solvents.
4.1 ROTOR MAINTENANCE
Working rotors are composed of different elements that are
factory assembled and cannot be replaced individually by
the user; if a blade or spring breaks, you must replace the
entire working rotor or contact your Dealer for repair work.
Replacements must be made according to the indications
at point 3.1.
Rotors with rigid blades (1) or springs (2) bearing the code
indicated on the chart on page 2 should be used on this
machine.
Given product evolution, the above mentioned rotors may
be replaced in time with others having similar interchange-
able and operating safety features.
4.2 CLEANING THE MACHINE
Do not spray water onto and avoid wetting the motor and
electrical components.
Do not use aggressive liquids to clean the chassis.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Environmental protection should be a priority of consider-
able importance when using the machine, for the benefit
of both social coexistence and the environment in which
we live.
– Try not to cause any disturbance to the surrounding area.
– Scrupulously comply with local regulations for the dis-
posal of waste materials after working.
– Scrupulously comply with local regulations for the dis-
posal of packaging, deteriorated parts or any elements
with a strong environmental impact; this waste must not
be disposed of as normal waste, it must be separated
and taken to specified waste disposal centres where the
material will be recycled.
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