Stop; After Operation; Routine Maintenance; General Information - Stiga MP 84 Serie Manuel D'utilisation

4. engage the parking brake;
5. stop the engine;
6. pull out the lever (fig. 23.A - if fitted) or
grasp the rear handle (fig. 23.A1) and
tip up the grass catcher to empty it;
7. close up the grass catcher so that it
hooks onto the pawl (fig. 23.B).
6.5.7 Cleaning the discharge chute (for
rear collection models only)
• Cutting very tall or wet grass, particularly
at excessively high speed, can clog up
the discharge chute. If it clogs, follow the
instructions provided in chap. 7.4.2.
6.5.8 Mowing completed
When mowing has been completed:
1. disengage the cutting means;
2. decrease the engine's r.p.m.
3. drive back with the cutting-means
assembly in its highest position:

6.6 STOP

To stop the machine:
1. shift the throttle lever to minimum
"tortoise" speed position
To avoid backfire, leave the throttle in
the minimum "tortoise" speed position for
20 seconds before switching off the engine.
2. switch off the engine by turning
the ignition key to Off;
3. with the engine turned off, close the
fuel tap (fig. 24.A) (if provided).
4. remove the key from the ignition
IMPORTANT To keep the battery
charged, do not leave the ignition key
in the «on» or «headlights on» position
when the engine is not running.
The engine may be very warm
immediately after it is shut off. Do not
touch the exhaust or adjacent parts.
This can cause burn injuries.

6.7 AFTER OPERATION

1. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in an enclosed space.
2. Clean (par. 7.4).
3. Lower the cutting-means assembly, shift
to neutral, engage the parking brake,
turn off the engine and remove the
ignition key (checking that all moving
parts are completely stationary):
– whenever the machine is left unattended,
the operator dismounts from the
driving seat, or parks the machine;

7. ROUTINE 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 conducting any inspections,
cleaning or maintenance/adjustment
interventions on the machine:
• disengage the cutting means;
• shift into neutral;
• engage the parking brake;
• stop the engine;
• remove the key, (never leave the
keys in the ignition or within reach of
children or unauthorised persons);
• make sure that all moving parts
have come to a complete stop;
• read the relevant instructions;
• Use suitable clothing, protective
gloves and goggles
• The frequency and types of maintenance are
summarised in the "Maintenance Table". The
table will help you maintain your machine's
safety and performance. It lists the main
maintenance tasks and how often they need
to be performed. Carry out the relevant task
as soon as it is scheduled to be performed.
• The use of non-genuine and/or incorrectly
assembled spare parts and attachments
could adversely affect machine operation
and safety. The manufacturer shall
decline all liability in the event of injuries
or damages caused by such parts.
• Genuine spare parts are supplied by
authorized assistance workshops and dealers.
7.2 REFUELLING / EMPTYING
THE FUEL TANK
NOTE The type of fuel to use is
given in the engine manual.
IMPORTANT The machine is delivered
to the client without fuel. Follow all the
instructions in the engine manual.
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