Special Maintenance; Storage; Storing The Machine; Storing The Battery - Stiga MP1 500 Li D48 Serie Manual De Instrucciones

Do not touch the cutting means until the key has
been removed and the cutting means is completely sta-
tionary.
All work on the cutting means (disassembly,
sharpening, balancing, repairing, reassembly and/or re-
placing) are demanding jobs that require special skills
as well as special tools; For safety reasons, these jobs
are best carried out at a Authorised Service Centre.
Make sure damaged, misshapen or worn cutting
means are replaced, together with the securing screws
to preserve balance.
IMPORTANT Always use original cutting means
bearing the code indicated in the "Technical Data".
Given product evolution, the cutting means
listed in the "Technical Data" table may be
replaced in time with others having similar
interchangeable and operating safety features.
9.

STORAGE

9.1

STORING THE MACHINE

When the machine is to be stored away:
1. Wait for the motor to cool.
2. Remove the safety key.
3. Clean (par. 7.3).
4. Check there are no loose or damaged compo-
nents. If necessary, replace the damaged com-
ponents 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.
• Covered with a sheet where possible.
• In a place where children cannot get to it.
• Making sure that keys or tools used for
maintenance are removed.
9.2

STORING THE BATTERY

The battery must be kept in a cool,
shaded place without humidity.
NOTE If case of prolonged periods of inactivity, recharge
the battery every two months to prolong its service life.

10. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION

Whenever the machine is to be handled,
raised, transported or tilted you must:
– Stop the machine (par. 6.5).
– Remove the safety key.
– Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
– Wear heavy work gloves.
– Hold the machine in the points offering a safe grip,
taking into account the weight and its division.
– Use an appropriate number of people for the weight
of the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle
or the place where it must be placed or collected.
– Make sure that machine movements do
not cause damage or injuries.
When transporting the machine on
a vehicle or trailer, always:
– Use an access ramp of suitable
strength, width and length.
– Load the machine with the motor switched off and
pushed by an adequate number of people.
– Lower the cutting means assembly.
– Position it so that it cannot cause
a hazard for anybody.
– Fasten firmly to the means of transport using
ropes or chains to prevent it from tipping over.

11. 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 ensure that the work is carried out
correctly, maintaining the correct degree of safety and
the original operating conditions of the machine.
Any operations performed in unauthorised centres or by
unqualified persons will totally invalidate the Warranty and
all obligations and responsibilities of the Manufacturer.
• Only Authorised Service Centres can carry
out guaranteed repairs and maintenance.
• The Authorised Service Centres only use genuine
spare parts. Genuine spare parts and attachments
have been designed specifically for machines.
• Non-original parts and attachments are not approved;
use of non-original spare parts and attachments
will jeopardise the safety of the machine and relieve
the Manufacturer from all obligations or liabilities.
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