Cleaning The Machine; Nuts And Bolts; Storing The Battery; Handling And Transportation - Stiga BL 24 Li Manual De Instrucciones

NOTE The battery can be recharged at any
time, even partially, with no risk of damaging it.
7.2.3 Refitting the battery on the machine
When recharging is completed:
1. Remove the battery (Fig. 8.A) from the
housing in the battery charger (do not keep
recharging when recharging is completed);
2. disconnect the battery charger (Fig.
8.B) from the electrical mains;
3. make sure the switch is in the
stop position (Fig. 4.A.1);
4. fit the battery (Fig. 9.A) in its housing
pressing down until you hear it click firmly into
position which ensures the electrical contact.

7.3 CLEANING THE MACHINE

To reduce fire hazards, keep the machine
free of leaves and branches.
• Always clean the machine after use with a
damp cloth dipped in neutral detergent.
• Remove all traces of humidity using
a soft damp cloth. Humidity can
generate risks of electric shocks.
• Do not use aggressive detergents or solvents
to clean the plastic parts or hand grips.
• Do not spray water onto the motor
and electrical components and
prevent them from getting wet.
• Always keep the rotor clean and free of dust
and debris, by blowing compressed air through
the grille. Do not spray water on the rotor.
• To avoid overheating and damage to the
motor or the battery, always keep the
cooling air vents clean and free of debris.

7.4 NUTS AND BOLTS

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Check regularly that the
handles are fixed firmly.
8. STORING
IMPORTANT The safety regulations to
follow for putting into storage are described
in paragraph 2.4. Strictly comply with these
indications to avoid serious risks or dangers.
8.1 STORING
When the machine is to be stored away:
1. Remove the battery from its housing
and recharge it (par. 7.2.2).
2. Allow the motor to cool before
storing in an enclosed space.
3. Clean (par. 7.3).
4. Check there are no loose or damaged
components. If necessary, replace the
damaged components and tighten
any screws and loose bolts or contact
the authorised service centre.
5. Store the machine:
– in a dry place
– protected from inclement weather
– in a place where children cannot get to it
– making sure that keys or tools used
for maintenance are removed.

8.2 STORING THE BATTERY

The battery must be kept in a cool,
shaded place without humidity.
NOTE If unused for any length of
time, recharge the battery every two
months to prolong its working life.

9. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION

Whenever the machine is to be
handled or transported you must:
– Stop the machine (par. 6.5);
– remove the battery from its housing
and recharge it (par. 7.2.2);
– Only hold the machine using the
handgrips and position the tubes
so that they do not obstruct.
When transporting the machine
on a vehicle, always:
– remove the tubes;
– position it so that it can not cause
a hazard for anybody.

10. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS

This manual provides all the necessary
information to run the machine and for correct
basic maintenance operations which can
be performed by the user. Any regulations
and maintenance operations not described
herein must be carried out by your Dealer
or Authorised Service Centre, which have
the necessary knowledge and equipment to
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