Operating Suggestions; Lubricating The Blades Whilst Working; Stop; After Use - Stiga MH 900 Li 48 Manual De Instrucciones

6.4.1.a Vertical cutting
Proceed by cutting using curved movements
from the bottom towards the top, keeping the
blade as far from the body as possible (Fig. 12).
6.4.1.b Horizontal cutting
The best results will be obtained with the
blade (Fig. 13) slightly inclined (0° - 15°)
in the direction you are cutting, proceed
with a curved movement, slowly and
without interruptions, especially in the
case of very thick hedges (Fig. 13).

6.4.2 Operating suggestions

If the blades block while running or get
caught up in the hedge branches:
1. stop the machine immediately (para. 6.5);
2. wait for the cutting means to come to a halt;
3. Disconnect the machine from the
battery backpack (Fig. 9);
4. Remove the jammed material.
6.4.3 Lubricating the blades
whilst working
If the cutting means overheats whilst
working, it is necessary to lubricate the
internal surfaces of the blades (para. 7.4).
DANGER
This operation must be performed with
the machine stopped and disconnected
from the battery backpack (Fig. 9).

6.5 STOP

To stop the machine:
• Release the throttle control lever (Fig. 7.A).
DANGER
After having stopped the machine, it will take
a few seconds for the cutting means to stop.
ATTENTION
Always stop the machine when moving
between different work areas.
DANGER
Do not keep your finger on the safety
switch when moving the machine to avoid
accidentally starting the machine.

6.6 AFTER USE

1. Move the battery backpack
selector (Fig. 5.B) to "OFF".
2. Disconnect the machine from the
battery backpack (Fig. 9).
3. Remove the battery backpack.
4. Remove the battery from its housing
and recharge it (para. 7.2.2).
5. Fit the blade guard (Fig. 1.H).
6. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in an enclosed space.
7. Clean (par. 7.3).
8. Make sure there are no loose
or damaged components.
9. If necessary, replace damaged components
and tighten any slack screws and bolts.
DANGER
Always disconnect the machine from
the battery backpack (Fig. 9) and fit the
blade guard (Fig. 1.H) whenever the
machine is unused or left unattended.

7. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

7.1

GENERAL INFORMATION

DANGER
The safety regulations to be followed are
described in chapter 2. Strictly comply with these
instructions to avoid serious risks or hazards.
Before commencing any inspections, cleaning
or maintenance/adjustments on the machine:
1. stop the machine;
2. Wait until the cutting means stops;
3. Disconnect the machine from the
battery backpack (Fig. 9);
4. remove the battery from its housing
and recharge it (para. 7.2.2);
5. fit the blade guard (Fig. 1.H), if no
interventions are required on the blade;
6. Wait until the engine has
properly cooled down;
7. read the relevant instructions;
8. Use suitable clothing, protective
gloves and safety goggles.
• The frequency and type of procedures
are outlined in the "Maintenance table".
The table will help you maintain your
machine's safety and performance. It
summarises the main interventions to be
made and the frequency applicable to each
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