Stiga Lawn Mower 48 E User Guide

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space where dangerous carbon monoxide  
fumes can collect.  
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
3) If possible, avoid operating the equipment in  
wet grass.  
SAFETY REGULATIONS  
A) TRAINING  
4) Always be sure of your footing on slopes.  
5) Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to  
be pulled along by the lawnmower.  
6) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and  
down.  
1) Read the instructions carefully. Get familiar  
with the controls and proper use of the equip-  
ment. Learn how to stop the engine quickly.  
2) Only use the lawnmower for the purpose for  
which it was designed, i.e. for cutting grass. Any  
other use can be hazardous, causing damage to  
the machine.  
7) Exercise extreme caution when changing  
direction on slopes.  
8) Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°.  
9) Exercise extreme caution when pulling the  
lawnmower towards you.  
3) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with  
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local  
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.  
4) Never use the lawnmower:  
10) Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be  
tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces  
other than grass, and when transporting the  
lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.  
11) Never operate the lawnmower with defec-  
tive guards.  
– When people, especially children, or pets are  
nearby.  
– If the operator has taken medicine or sub-  
stances that can affect his ability to react and  
concentrate.  
12) Do not change the engine governor settings  
or overspeed the engine.  
5) Remember that the operator or user is  
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring  
to other people or their property.  
13) On power-driven models, disengage the  
drive clutch before starting the engine.  
14) Start the engine carefully, following the  
instructions and keeping feet well away from  
the blade.  
B) PREPARATION  
15) Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the  
engine. Start the engine on a flat surface that is  
free of obstacles and tall grass.  
1) While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear  
and long trousers. Do not operate the equip-  
ment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.  
2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equip-  
ment is to be used and remove all objects which  
may be thrown by the machine or damage the  
cutter assembly and the engine (stones, sticks,  
metal wire, bones, etc.)  
16) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat-  
ing parts.  
17) Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while  
the engine is running.  
18) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark  
plug wire:  
3) WARNING: DANGER! Engine fuel is highly  
flammable:  
– Before carrying out any work underneath the  
cutting deck;  
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed  
for this purpose.  
– Before checking, cleaning or working on  
lawnmower;  
– Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do  
not smoke while refuelling or whenever han-  
dling the fuel.  
– After striking a foreign object. Inspect the  
lawnmower for damage and make repairs  
before restarting and operating the lawnmower;  
– If the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormal-  
ly (find and remove the cause of the vibration  
immediately).  
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never  
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while  
the engine is running or when the engine is hot.  
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the  
engine but move the machine away from the  
area of spillage and avoid creating any source  
of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and the  
vapour dispersed.  
19) Stop the engine:  
– Whenever you leave the lawnmower unat-  
tended. Remove the key from models with elec-  
tric starters.  
– Before refuelling.  
– Replace all fuel tanks and containers caps  
securely.  
4) Substitute faulty silencers.  
5) Before use, always inspect the machine,  
especially the condition of the blades, and  
check that the screws and cutting assembly are  
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or dam-  
aged blades and screws in sets to preserve bal-  
ance.  
– Before adjusting the cutting heigh.  
20) Reduce the throttle before turning off the  
engine and turn the fuel off when you have fin-  
ished mowing, following the instructions in the  
engine handbook.  
21) When mowing, always keep to a safe dis-  
tance from the rotating blade. This distance is  
the length of the handle.  
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE  
C) OPERATION  
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be  
sure the equipment is in safe working condition.  
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined  
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Regular maintenance is essential for safety and  
performance.  
2) Never store the equipment with fuel in the  
tank inside a building where vapour may reach  
a flame or a spark or a source of extreme heat.  
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in an  
enclosed space.  
Clean the air filter according to the directions.  
When, after many years of service, your  
machine needs to be replaced or is no longer  
required, we recommended that the machine is  
returned to your distributor for recycling.  
4) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,  
exhaust silencer, battery compartment and fuel  
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive  
grease. Do not leave containers with grass cut-  
tings in rooms.  
5) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should  
be done outdoors and when the engine is cool.  
6) Wear strong work gloves when removing and  
reassembling the blade.  
7) Check the blade’s balance after sharpening.  
8) For reasons of safety, do not use the equip-  
ment with worn or damaged parts. Parts are to  
be replaced and not repaired. Use genuine  
spare parts (blades should always bear the  
PRODUCT IDENTITY  
The identity of the product is determined by the  
article and serial numbers of the machine.  
These can be found on the label fixed to the chas-  
sis of the machine:  
symbol  
). Parts that are not of the same qual-  
ity can damage the equipment and be danger-  
ous for your safety.  
ART. NR  
SERIE NR.  
9) Whenever the machine is to be handled,  
transported or tilted you must:  
– wear strong working gloves;  
– grasp the machine at the points that offer a  
safe grip, taking account of the weight and its  
distribution.  
Use this identification whenever you contact a  
service workshop or buy replacement parts.  
As soon as possible after buying the machine,  
write the above numbers on the back page of this  
booklet.  
THE ENVIRONMENT  
The manufacturer reserves the right to make  
changes to the product without prior notice.  
In order to protect the environment, we recom-  
mend that the following points should be given  
special consideration:  
Always use pure unleaded petrol.  
Always use a funnel and/or a petrol can with a  
level control to avoid spillage when refilling the  
fuel tank.  
Do not fill the fuel tank completely.  
Do not overfill with engine and/or transmission  
oil.  
When changing the oil, ensure that all the used  
oil is collected. Avoid spillage. Take the used oil  
to a recycling unit.  
Do not dispose of used oil filter in a rubbish bin.  
Take it to a recycming unit.  
Do not dispose of used lead-acid batteries in a  
rubbish bin. Take them to a battery collection  
point for recycling (applies to battery-powered  
machines and machines with battery start).  
Replace the silencer if faulty. When carrying out  
repairs, always use original spare parts.  
If the machines was originally equipped with a  
catalyser which is now faulty, a new one must  
be fitted when the silencer is replaced.  
Always seek professional help when the carbu-  
rettor requires adjustment.  
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HANDLE, LOWER PART  
IMPORTANT  
Fold back and screw tight the lower part of the  
handle using the screws A (fig. 2).  
For the instructions relative to the engine and  
the battery, please read the relevant instruction  
handbooks.  
Equipment which is marked with an asterisk (*)  
comes as standard in certain models or countries.  
Certain models do not have throttle control. The  
engine’s speed is set for optimal function and min-  
imal exhaust emissions.  
HANDLE, UPPER PART  
Fit the upper part of the handlebar (fig. 3). The  
height of the handlebar above the ground can be  
adjusted within certain limits since the lower part is  
provided with slotted holes at the rear (fig. 4).  
If necessary the upper part can be turned to one  
side to facilitate mowing close up to walls (fig. 5).  
SYMBOLS  
The following symbols can be found on the  
machine to remind you of the care and attention  
that are required during use.  
CABLE HOLDER  
Secure the cables in the cable holders (fig. 6):  
The symbols mean:  
D: Start/Stop cable + Throttle cable (*)  
E: Clutch cable (*) + Electric cable (*)  
Important: Read the instruction handbook  
before using the  
BATTERY (*)  
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic and  
corrosive. It can cause serious corrosion  
damage etc. Avoid all contact with skin,  
eyes and clothing.  
Warning! Keep onlookers away. Beware of  
objects being flung out.  
Before starting for the first time the battery should  
be charged for 24 hours, see further information  
under the heading MAINTENANCE, BATTERY.  
Insert ignition key (*) into the ignition lock.  
Warning! Keep hands and feet clear of the  
cutting deck when the machine is running.  
Warning! Before starting any repair work,  
remove the spark plug cable from the spark  
plug.  
USING THE MOWER  
Warning! Always tilt the lawnmower  
backwards when cleaning the  
STARTING THE ENGINE  
underside. Petrol and oil can run out  
if the lawnmower is tilted in the other direction.  
1. Place the lawnmower on flat, firm ground. Do  
not start in long grass.  
2. Make sure the spark plug cable is connected to  
the spark plug.  
3. Set the clutch control M to  
(fig. 7).  
INSTALLATION  
4. Press in the Start/Stop loop G towards the han-  
dle. NOTE! The Start/Stop loop G must be kept  
pressed in to prevent the engine stopping (fig.  
8).  
HANDLE/BUMPER (*)  
Press in the end plugs in the openings on the han-  
dle. Place the handle on the cover so that the holes  
in the handle are aligned with the holes in the cover.  
5a Manual start: Grasp the starter handle and start  
the engine by pulling briskly on the starter cord.  
Thread through the carriage bolts from underneath  
and secure with the locking nuts U. Press on the  
nut caps V (fig 1).  
5b Electric start (K*): Start the engine by turning  
the ignition key clockwise. Release the key as  
soon as the engine starts. Always make short  
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attempts at starting in order to prevent dis-  
charging the battery.  
best MULCHING effect:  
1. Use a high engine speed (full throttle).  
2. Do not mow when the grass is wet.  
6. For the best mowing results, the engine should  
always be driven at full throttle.  
3. Do not cut the grass too short. Not more than  
1/3rd of the length should be cut off.  
4. Ensure that the area under the mower casing is  
always kept clean.  
STOPPING THE ENGINE  
5. Always use a well-sharpened blade.  
The engine may be very warm immedi-  
ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the  
silencer, cylinder or cooling flanges. This  
can cause burn injuries.  
CUTTING HEIGHT  
Type I  
Do not set the cutting height so low that  
the blade(s) come into contact with  
uneven ground.  
Release the Start/Stop loop G (fig. 8) to stop the  
engine.  
The mower has single-lever control for adjusting  
the cutting height. Pull the lever out, and set the  
cutting height to one of the nine positions best  
suited to your lawn (fig. 9).  
Type II  
Release the Start/Stop loop G (fig. 7) to stop the  
engine.  
Disengage the drive. Set the clutch control M to  
(fig. 7).  
MAINTENANCE  
If the start/stop loop ceases to work,  
stop the engine by removing the spark  
plug cable from the spark plug.  
Immediately take the lawn mower to an  
authorised workshop for repair.  
IMPORTANT – Regular, careful maintenance is  
essential for keeping the safety level and origi-  
nal performance of the machine unchanged in  
time.  
Wear strong working gloves during any cleaning,  
maintenance or adjustment operation on the  
machine.  
REAR WHEEL DRIVE (*)  
Type I  
Should it be necessary to access the lower part,  
only tilt the machine from the side shown in the  
engine handbook; following the relative instruc-  
tions.  
Engage the drive by pressing the clutch loop J  
towards the handle. Disengage the drive by releas-  
ing the clutch loop J (fig. 8).  
CLEANING  
Carefully clean the machines with water after each  
cut; remove the grass debris and mud accumulat-  
ed inside the chassis to avoid their drying and thus  
making the next start-up difficult.  
Type II  
Engage the drive by moving the clutch control M to  
(fig. 7). Make sure the clutch control is always  
moved fully either to one or the other position.  
The paintwork on the inside of the chassis may  
peel off in time due to the abrasive action of the cut  
grass; in this case, intervene promptly by touching  
up the paintwork using a rustproof paint to prevent  
the formation of rust that would lead to corrosion of  
the metal.  
MOWING TIPS  
Before mowing the lawn, take care to remove any  
stones, toys and other hard objects.  
Remove the transmission casing by removing the  
screws S (fig. 10) and clean around the transmis-  
sion (*) and drive belts (*) with a brush or com-  
pressed air once or twice a year.  
A machine with the MULCHING system cuts the  
grass, chops it finely and then blows it down into  
the lawn.  
Once every season, the drive wheels (*) should be  
cleaned internally. Remove both wheels. Clean the  
gear wheel and the wheel gear rim of grass and dirt  
using a brush or compressed air (fig. 11).  
The grass clippings need not be collected.  
The following rules should be observed to give the  
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LUBRICATING DRIVE SHAFT (*)  
when pushing the lawnmower. With the clutch  
loop fully pressed in (position 2) it should not be  
possible to push the mower. Unscrew the nipple  
T until this position is achieved.  
Once per season, the wedge on the drive shaft  
should be greased. Remove the wheel (wheel cap,  
screw and washer). Then remove the circlip and  
washer so that the gear wheel can be removed  
from the shaft. Lubricate the wedge with universal  
grease.  
Type II  
Check the clutch function (fig. 16):  
Reinstall the wedge (the wedge is installed differ-  
ently on the right and left side, fig. 12-13). Install  
the gear wheel so that the «L» faces out on the left  
side and the «R» faces out on the right side  
(machine viewed from the rear).  
1. Push the mower forwards and backwards with  
disengaged transmission.  
2. Set the clutch control to the  
position and  
push the mower until the front wheels engage.  
3. In this position, the spring H should be extend-  
ed 6 mm from it’s unloaded position to provide  
sufficient locking force in the transmission.  
4. If the spring is not extended sufficiently, adjust  
the wire nipple I at the handlebar.  
BATTERY (*)  
In normal use during the season, the battery is  
charged by the engine. If the engine cannot be  
started with the ignition key, it may be because the  
battery is 'dead'.  
5. First loosen the locking nut S and then adjust  
the nipple I.  
6. Set the clutch control to the  
position and  
check that the transmission is disengaged by  
rolling the mower forwards and backwards.  
Connect the battery charger (provided) to the bat-  
tery, then connect the charger to a wall socket and  
charge for 24 hours (fig. 14).  
ADJUSTING DRIVE BELT (*)  
The battery charger may not be connected directly  
to the engine terminal. It is not possible to start the  
engine with the charger as the power source and  
the charger could be damaged.  
Check the belt tension regularly. The drive belt is  
correctly adjusted when the shoulder bolt K is cen-  
tred in the front hole on the engine bracket (fig. 17).  
Incorrect belt tension can bring about abnormal  
vibrations in the handle (the belt is tensioned too  
tightly) or the belt can start to slide (the belt is not  
tensioned enough).  
WINTER STORAGE  
Remove the battery and store it fully charged (see  
above) in a dry, cool place (between 0°C and  
+15°C). At least once during the winter storage  
period, the battery should be maintenance-  
charged.  
Adjust the drive belt as follows (fig. 17):  
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cable  
from the spark plug.  
Before the start of the season, the battery should  
be charged once again for 24 hours.  
Dismantle the transmission casing. Undo the screw  
L. Pull the transmission forwards so that the belt is  
tensioned and tighten the screw L.  
The drive belt must be adjusted so that the shoul-  
der bolt K is centred in the front hole on the engine  
bracket.  
ADJUSTING CLUTCH CABLE (*)  
Type I  
If the drive does not engage when the clutch loop  
is pressed against the handle, or if the lawnmower  
feels cumbersome or slow, this may be because  
the clutch in the transmission is slipping. To rectify  
this situation, adjust the clutch cable as follows  
(with the engine off):  
SHOCK-ABSORBER  
Fig. 18. Check the shock-absorber and the insulat-  
ing sleeves twice per season. Replace in the event  
of damage or wear.  
1. When the clutch loop is released, it should be  
possible to push the mower backwards without  
any resistance. If this is not the case, screw in  
the nipple T until the mower can be pushed (fig.  
15).  
CHANGING BLADES  
To replace the blade, undo the screw (fig. 19-20).  
Fit the new blade so that the stamped logo is  
turned up facing the blade holder (not facing the  
grass).  
2. When the clutch loop is pressed in approx. 2 cm  
(position 1), there should be some resistance  
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Reinstall as illustrated. Tighten the screw properly.  
Tightening torque 40 Nm.  
When replacing the blade, the blade screw should  
also be replaced.  
SHARPENING THE BLADES  
Sharpening of the blades must be done by wet  
method grinding, using a whetstone or a grind-  
stone.  
For safety reasons, the blades should not be  
sharpened on an emery wheel. A very high temper-  
ature could cause the blades to become brittle.  
STORAGE  
The same petrol must not remain in the tank for  
more than one month.  
Thoroughly clean the mower and store it indoors in  
a dry place.  
SERVICING  
Genuine spare parts are supplied by service work-  
shops and by many dealers.  
We recommend that you take the machine to an  
authorised service station for annual servicing,  
maintenance and inspection of safety equipment.  
For service and spare parts, please contact the  
dealer where the machine was purchased.  
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