Assembly Components; Grass Catcher Assembly; Handle Assembly; Safety Key (Deactivation Device) - Stiga MP2 500-R Li D48-Serie Gebrauchsanweisung

E. Grass catcher: apart from collecting
the mown grass, the grass catcher also
constitutes a safety element, preventing any
objects collected by the cutting means from
being hurled away from the machine.
F. Handle: this is the operator's work station.
It is long enough to ensure the operator
remains at a safe distance from the
rotary cutting means whilst working.
G. Battery (if it is not supplied with the machine,
see chapter 15 "attachments on request"):
provides the energy for starting the motor;
its specifications and regulations for use
are described in a specific manual.
H. Operator presence lever: this lever enables
the cutting means and drive to be operated. The
motor stops when both levers are released.
I. Drive engagement lever: this lever
engages the drive to the wheels and
allows the machine to move forward.
J. Hatch for accessing the battery compartment
K. Safety key (Deactivation device): The key
enables / disables the machine electric circuit.
L. Battery charger (if it is not supplied with the
machine, see chapter 15 "attachments on
request"): device used to recharge the battery.
4. ASSEMBLY
The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these indications to avoid
serious risks or dangers.
For storage and transport purposes, some components of
the machine are not installed in the factory and have to be
assembled after unpacking. Follow the instructions below.
Unpacking and completing the assembly should
be done on a flat and stable surface, with enough space
for moving the machine and its packaging, always mak-
ing use of suitable equipment. Do not use the machine
until all the indications provided in the "ASSEMBLY"
section have been carried out.
4.1

ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS

The packaging includes assembly components.
4.1.1 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. Dispose of the box and packaging in
compliance with local regulations.
Before assembling, make sure the safety key is
not inserted in its housing.
4.2

GRASS CATCHER ASSEMBLY

The grass-catcher is supplied fully assembled.
Make sure that its components are properly assembled
(Fig.3.A).
4.3

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Carefully open the handle to the working position (Fig.4.A).
5. CONTROLS
5.1

SAFETY KEY (DEACTIVATION DEVICE)

The key (Fig.5.A) is located inside the battery compartment.
Turning the key to "ON", the electric circuit of the machine is
activated, thus starting the machine.
Turning the key to "OFF", the electric circuit of the machine
is completely deactivated, to prevent any uncontrolled use of
the machine.
IMPORTANT Remove the safety key whenever
the machine is unused or left unattended.
5.2

OPERATOR PRESENCE LEVER

The operator presence lever (Fig.6.A) enables the
engagement of the cutting means.
It is located in front of the handle.
Press the safety button (Fig.6.C) and bring the lever towards
the handle in order to start the cutting means.
When the lever is released, the motor automatically stops and
all functions are disabled.
NOTE The cutting means engagement is possible only by
pressing the safety button on the right side of the handle and
bringing the operator presence lever towards the handle.
5.3

POWER BUTTON

The power button (Fig.7.A) is used for:
Machine start-up. By pressing the button
1.
(Fig.7.A) the display (Fig.7.B) switches
on and the machine is ready for use.
NOTE The machine can be switched
on only if the operator presence lever
and the drive lever are released.
NOTE In case the machine is not
operated, the display turns off after 15
seconds and the above-mentioned
operation must be carried out again.
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