Getting To Know The Machine; Description Of The Machine And Planned Use; Intended Use; Improper Use - Stiga TC 102 Série Manuel D'utilisation

3. GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE

3.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
AND PLANNED USE
This machine is a ride-on lawn
mower with seated operator.
The machine is equipped with an engine
which drives a cutting mean protected
by a casing, as well as a transmission
unit that moves the machine.
The machine is equipped with:
– a two wheel (2WD) or four wheel (4WD)
hydrostatic drive system, with infinitely
variable forward and reverse gear ratios.
The operator is able to operate the
machine and use the main controls, always
seated in the operator's position.
The safety devices installed on the machine
will disengage the engine and cutting mean
in a couple of seconds (par. 6.2.2).

3.1.1 Intended use

This machine was designed
and built to cut grass.
Generally speaking this machine can:
1. mow grass and collect it in
the grass catcher bag.
2. mow grass and deposit it on
the ground via the rear.
3. mow, chop and deposit the grass
on the ground (mulching effect).
4. mow the grass and deposit it
on the ground laterally.
The use of special attachments provided for
by the Manufacturer as original equipment or
which may be purchased separately, allows this
work to be done in various operating modes,
illustrated in this manual or the instructions
that accompany the single attachments.
Likewise, the intended use can be extended
to include other functions by applying
supplementary attachments (if provided
for by the Manufacturer), abiding by the
restrictions and conditions indicated in the
instructions accompanying the attachment.

3.1.2 Improper use

Any other usage not in keeping with the afore-
mentioned ones may be hazardous and harm
persons and/or damage things. Examples of
improper use may include, but are not limited to:
– allowing children, animals or other
passengers to ride on the machine as
they could fall off and injure themselves or
compromise safe driving by the operator;
– towing or pushing loads without the use
of the specified attachment for towing;
– using the machine for riding over unstable,
slippery, icy, stony, rough, marshy
ground or puddles that do not allow the
consistency of the ground to be assessed;
– using the cutting means on
surfaces other than grass;
– using of the machine for leaf
or debris collection.
IMPORTANT Improper use of the
machine will invalidate the warranty, relieve
the Manufacturer from all liabilities, and the
user will consequently be liable for all and
any damage or injury to himself or others.
3.1.3 User types
This machine is intended for use by
consumers, i.e. non-professional operators.
The machine is intended for "DIY" use only.
IMPORTANT The machine must
be used by one operator.

3.2 SAFETY SIGNS

Various symbols appear on the machine
(fig. 2). They are used to remind the operator
of the behaviour to follow to use it with
the necessary attention and caution.
Meaning of symbols:
EN - 5
Warning! Read the
instructions before use.
Warning! Remove the key
and read the instructions
before carrying out any
maintenance or repair work.
Danger! Ejected objects:
Do not operate without either
the rear dumping guard or
the grass catcher being in
place. (for models with rear
collection system only).
Danger! Ejected objects:
Ensure persons remain
at a safe distance.
Danger! Machine rollover:
Do not use the machine on
gradients in excess of 10°.