Stiga MP1 500 Li D48 Serie Manual De Instrucciones página 59

• using the machine to trim hedges, or for cutting vegetation
other than grass;
• use of the machine by more than one person.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the machine will invalidate the
warranty, relieve the Manufacturer from all liability, and the user
will consequently be liable for all and any damage or injury to
himself or others.
IMPORTANT The machine must be used by one operator.
2.1. MACHINE COMPONENTS
(Fig. 1)
A. Chassis
B. Engine
C. Cutting means
D. Rear discharge guard
E. Side discharge chute (if provided)
F. Side discharge guard (if provided)
G. Grass catcher
H. Handle
I. Control lever
J. Drive lever (if provided):
K. Hatch for accessing the battery compartment
L. Safety key (Deactivation device)
M. Battery
N. Battery charger
2.2. SAFETY SIGNS
WARNING:
Read the instructions before operating
the machine.
DANGER! Risk of thrown objects. Keep
all persons away from the work area
whilst working.
DANGER! Danger of cutting yourself.
Cutting means in motion. Do not put
hands or feet near or under the opening
of the cutting means.
BE CAREFUL when using the sharp
cutting device. Do not put hands or feet
near or under the opening of the cutting
means. The cutting means continues
to turn even after the motor has been
switched off. Remove the safety key
(deactivation device) before doing
maintenance.
Only for lawnmowers with combustion
motors.
IMPORTANT Damaged or illegible labels must be replaced..
Order replacement decals from an authorised service centre.
3. ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT Unpacking and assembly must be carried out
on a flat, solid surface with sufficient space to move the machine
and the packaging.
1. Unpacking (Fig. 2)
2. Assembling and adjusting the handle (Fig. 3)
3. Grass catcher assembly (Fig. 4)
4. CONTROLS
• Safety key (Deactivation device)
The safety key found inside the battery compartment enables
/ disables the machine electric circuit (Fig. 5).
Removing the key, the electric circuit is completely deactivated
to prevent uncontrolled use of the machine.
IMPORTANT Remove the safety key whenever the machine
is unused or left unattended.
• Operator presence lever
The operator presence lever (Fig. 6.A) enables the
engagement of the cutting device. The handle is located in
the front position.
Press the safety button (Fig. 6.C) and move the lever towards
the handle to start the cutting device.
When the lever is released, the motor automatically stops
and all functions are disabled.
• Power button (if provided)
The power button (Fig. 7.A) is used for:
Switching on the machine.
Pressing the button (Fig. 7.A) the LED (Fig. 7.B) turns
on and the machine is ready for use.
NOTE The machine can only be switched on if the
operator presence lever and the drive lever are released.
NOTE If the machine is not used, the LED turns off
after 15 seconds and the above-mentioned operation
must be carried out again.
Cutting means engagement.
NOTE The cutting device engagement is possible on-
ly by pressing the operator presence lever against the
handle (see par. 6.3).
Cutting means disengagement.
With the cutting device engaged, release the operator
presence lever (Fig. 6.A); the cutting device stops
keeping the machine switched on.
• Drive lever (if provided):
This engages the wheel drive and allows the machine
to move forward (Fig. 6.B). The handle is located in
the rear position.
IMPORTANT The engine must always be running with the
drive disengaged.
IMPORTANT To prevent damage to the transmission, do not
pull the machine backwards with the drive engaged.
For some models it's possible to adjust the feed speed using
the selection knob on the right of the handle (Fig. 7.C).
You can select 6 different levels of speed.
Maximum speed (about 5 Km/h).
Minimum speed (about 2.5 Km / h)
NOTE The last speed level selected remains set also after the
machine shutdown.
• "ECO" button (if provided)
The "ECO" mode allows to save energy when cutting the grass,
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