Routine Maintenance; Cutting Means Maintenance; Cleaning The Machine; Handling And Transportation - ST C 340 Traducción Del Manual Original

3.3 Grass cutting
While mowing, make sure the electric cable is always be-
hind you and on the side of the lawn that has already been
cut.
The appearance of the lawn will improve if you alternate
cutting in both directions at the same height.
When the grass catcher is too full, grass collection is no
longer efficient and the sound of the lawnmower changes.
To remove and empty the grass catcher,
– release the switch lever and wait for the cutting means
to stop;
– lift the rear discharge guard, grasp the handle and re-
move the grass catcher keeping it in an erect position.
• When mulching: always avoid cutting a large quantity
of grass. Never cut more than one third of the total grass
height per single pass! Regulate the forward speed ac-
cording to the lawn conditions and the amount of grass
being cut.
Lawn care recommendations
Each type of grass has different characteristics and may
thus require different ways of caring for the lawn; always
read the instructions on seed boxes for mowing height for
the growing conditions in the work area.
Keep in mind that most grass is made up of a stem and one
or more leaves. If leaves are fully cut, the lawn is damaged
and growth is more difficult.
The following indications generally apply:
– cutting too low tears and uproots the grass, giving it a
"spotted" appearance;
– in the summer, cutting must be higher to prevent the
ground from drying;
– do not cut wet grass; this could reduce cutting means ef-
ficiency due to sticky grass and tear the lawn.
– for particularly high grass, initially mow at the maximum
height allowed by the machine then mow again after two
or three days.
3.4 End of operations
On completing the work, release the lever (1)
Disconnect the extension lead FIRST from the general
socket (2) THEN from the side of the lawnmower switch (3).
WAIT UNTIL THE CUTTING MEANS STOPS before mak-
ing any adjustments to the lawnmower.
IMPORTANT If the motor stops while mowing due to over-
heating, you must wait about 5 minutes before restarting it.

4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Store the lawnmower in a dry place.
IMPORTANT Routine and accurate maintenance is es-
sential in maintaining original machine safety and perfor-
mance levels.
Adjustments or maintenance operations must only be per-
formed with the motor switched off and the machine discon-
nected from the mains power supply.
1) Wear strong protective gloves before cleaning, main-
taining or adjusting the machine.
2) Accurately wash the machine with water after cutting,
remove grass debris and mud accumulated in the chas-
sis to prevent it from drying and causing problems the
next time the lawnmower is used.
3) Always make sure the air intakes are free of debris.

4.1 Cutting means maintenance

It is best if all interventions on the cutting means are done
at a specialised Centre that has the most appropriate tools
and equipment.
Only cutting means bearing the code indicated in table on
page ii must be used on this machine.
Given product evolution, the above mentioned cutting
means may be replaced in time with others having similar
interchangeable and operating safety features.
Reassemble the cutting means (2) with the code facing
the ground, following the steps indicated in the illustration.
Tighten the central screw (1) using a dynamometric key
calibrated at 16-20 Nm.

4.2 Cleaning the machine

Do not spray water onto the motor and electrical compo-
nents and prevent them from getting wet.
Do not use aggressive liquids to clean the chassis.
4.3 Cleaning the air intakes
Remove dust and grass residue from the air intake once a
month, blowing compressed air onto the mesh.
5. STORAGE
When the machine is to be stored away:
clean the machine thoroughly;
1.
2. check the integrity of the machine;
3. 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.

6. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION

Whenever the machine is to be handled, raised, trans-
ported or tilted you must:
• Stop the machine until the moving parts come to a
complete halt.
• 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.
• Make sure that machine movements do not cause dam-
age or injuries.
When transporting the machine on a vehicle or trailer,
always:
• Use an access ramp of suitable strength, width and
length.
• Load the machine with the motor switched off and
pushed by an adequate number of people.
• Lower the cutting means assembly.
• Position it so that it cannot cause a hazard for anybody.
• Fasten firmly to the means of transport using ropes or
chains to prevent it from tipping over.
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