Product Description; Unpacking - Stiga R72 Li 48 V1 Gebrauchsanweisung

At the end of their working life, dispose of batteries
paying due attention to the environment. Batteries
contain material classified as hazardous for you
and the environment. They must be removed and
disposed of separately at a facility that accepts
lithium-ion batteries.
Separate waste collection of the products and
packaging used allows the materials to be recycled
and reused. Reuse of recycled materials help to
prevent environmental pollution and reduces the
demand for raw materials.

2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

This machine is a ride-on lawn mower with seated operator.
The machine is equipped with electric motors that drive the
cutting means and an electric drive motor.
The machine has rear-wheel drive.
The operator is able to operate the machine and use the main
controls, always seated in the operator's position.
The safety devices installed on the machine will disengage the
engine and cutting means in a couple of seconds (par. 5.2).
Intended use and misuse
This machine is designed and built for cutting grass in gardens
and grassy areas.
Any other use may be dangerous and cause damage to
persons and/or property.
Examples of improper use may include, but are not limited to:
• transporting other persons, children or animals on the
machine;
• Using the machine to tow or push loads;
• Using the cutting means on surfaces other than grass;
• Using the machine for leaf or debris collection;
• using the machine to pass over unstable, slippery, icy,
stony or uneven ground, puddles or swamps;
• using a battery other that the specified configuration (see
technical data section).
IMPORTANT Improper use of the machine will void the war-
ranty and relieves the Manufacturer of any liability, placing all
responsibility for damage or injury, to him/herself or third par-
ties, on the user.
IMPORTANT The machine must be used by one operator
only.
IMPORTANT The machine has not been type-approved for cir-
culation on public roads. It must be used (as indicated by the
highway code) in private areas closed to traffic.
2.1. COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE (FIG. 1)
A. Cutting means assembly
B. Cutting means
C. Discharge chute
D. Grass catcher
E. Rear discharge guard (upon request)
F. Driving seat
G. Blade motors
H. Transmission motors
I. Batteries
J. Steering wheel
K. Pushbutton panel
2.2. SAFETY SIGNS (FIG. 2)
IMPORTANT Any damaged or illegible decals must be re-
placed. Order replacement decals from an Authorised Service
Centre.
3. ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT Unpacking and assembly operations should be
performed on a flat and stable surface, with enough space for
handling the machine and its packaging, using the proper tools.

3.1. UNPACKING

1. Carefully open the packaging, paying attention not to
lose components
2. Consult the documentation in the box, including these
instructions.
3. Remove all the unassembled parts from the box.
4. Remove the machine from the packaging taking the
following precautions:
- move the cutting means assembly to its maximum height
(par. 4) to protect it against damage when the machine
is lifted off the base pallet;
- Move the front drive release lever to the released
position (par. 4);
- Lift the machine off the base pallet.
EN - 3
ATTENTION
Read the instructions before use.
ATTENTION
Remove the key and read the
instructions before carrying out any
maintenance or repair work.
HAZARD OF EJECTED OBJECTS
Do not operate without either the rear
discharge guard or the grass catcher
being in place.
HAZARD OF EJECTED OBJECTS
Keep all persons away and outside
the work area during machine use.
RISK OF MACHINE ROLL-OVER
Do not use the machine on gradients
in excess of 10°.
CRUSHING HAZARD
Make sure that children remain at a
safe distance from the machine when
the engine is running .
CUTTING HAZARD
Cutting means in operation. Do not
insert hands or feet into the cutting
means housing.