Stiga MCS 474 Series Manual Download

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46.

Danger of cutting yourself Cutting means Do not put

hands or feet near or under the opening of the cut-

ting means

47.

Beware of hot surfaces

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

For information on the engine and the battery if sup

plied read the relevant owner manuals

NOTE – The number which precedes each paragraph

links the references in the text to the respective illus

trations listed on page iii and following pages

1. COMPLETE ASSEMBLY

NOTE

The machine can be supplied with some parts al-

ready assembled

WARNING!

Unpacking and completing the assem-

bly should be done on a flat and stable surface, with
enough space for moving the machine and its packag-
ing, always making use of suitable equipment.
Disposal of the packaging should be done in accord-
ance with the local regulations in force.

1.1  Assembling the handle
•    Model  474:
  i

Assemble one of the ends of the lower part of the han

dle using one of the two lower knobs and relative

screws

previously removed from their respec

tive holes.

Screw on the knob to about half way along the

screw thread

iii

Assemble the other end of the lower part of the han

dle and lock into position using the second lower

knob and relative screws

Fully tighten the two knobs

• Model 504:

Assemble the lower part of the handle and secure

in place using the lower knobs

previously removed

from their respective holes

Assemble the top part using the knobs and sup

plied screws

Fit the cable fasteners as shown and secure the con

trol cables.

• Manual ignition models

Electric key ignition models

Fit the starter cable in the guide spiral (6) and tighten

the nut (7).

1.2

Battery connection

Electric key ignition models

Connect the battery cable to the general wiring connec

tor on the lawnmower

• Electric push-button ignition models

Follow all the instructions provided in the engine

Instruction Manual.

2. CONTROLS DESCRIPTION

NOTE

The meanings of the symbols on controls are ex

plained in the previous pages.

2.1

Throttle lever

The throttle is controlled by the lever

Lever positions are indicated on the relevant plate.

Some models have a xed speed engine with no need for

a throttle.

2.2

Engine brake lever cutting means

The cutting means brake is controlled by the lever which

must be held against the handle during ignition and during

lawnmower operations

The engine stops when the lever is released

2.3

Drive lever where applicable

On power driven models push the lever toward the han

dle for forward movement

The lawnmower stops moving forward when the lever is

released.

The engine must always be ignited with the drive disen

gaged.

WARNING!

To prevent damage to the transmis-

sion, do not pull the machine backwards with the trans-
mission engaged.

2.4

Converter control lever if tted

In the models with drive systems the converter control le

ver if tted allows the operator to regulate forward gear

speed.

To do so move the lever following the indications pro

vided near the control lever.

IMPORTANT

The engine must be running and the drive

engaged when switching from one speed to another.
Do not touch the converter control when the engine is
stopped. Doing this could damage the converter.

NOTE

If the machine does not move forward with the le-

ver in the «

position simply move the lever to

» and

then immediately return to the

» position.

2.5 Cutting height adjustment

The cutting height is adjusted by the levers

The four wheels must be adjusted to the same height

DO THIS WHEN THE CUTTING MEANS IS STATIONARY.

3. GRASS CUTTING