Routine Maintenance - Stiga SV 213 E Gebrauchsanweisung

– i nsert the right end with the support (4) in its housing,
with the flat part (4b) turned outward.
– r eassemble and fully tighten the two screws (3).
3.2 REGULATING DEPTH
Select the depth according to the type of work mode and
the type of rotor used, following these basic indications:
«1» = T ransfer (for moving the machine, with the rotor lift-
ed that does not touch the ground).
«2» = W ith the rotor with springs and grass-catcher, for
raking leaves and grass on the surface and for aer-
ating the ground, collecting removed material;
«2» = W ith the rotor with rigid blades and grass-catcher,
for scarifying the surface of the ground, collecting
removed material;
«3» «4» = W ith the rotor with rigid blades and no grass-
catcher, for more or less deep scarification of
the ground, leaving removed material on the
ground. In optimal conditions, the grass-catch-
er can be fitted and the removed material can
be collected, as long as the rotor is not clogged.
3.3 FITTING THE GRASS-CATCHER
Lift the stone-guard (1) and fasten the grass-catcher (2)
correctly as shown in the illustration.
3.4 STARTING
Fasten the extension cable correctly as shown.
To start the motor, push the safety button (2) and pull the
switch lever (1).
3.5 AERATING AND SCARIFYING THE GROUND
While working, make sure the electric cable is always be-
hind you and on the side of the area you have finished.
Two crossed passages, a week apart, will give the best re-
sults.
Lawn care suggestions
• O ver time, a layer of moss and grass residue forms on the
ground surface reducing its supply of oxygen and stop-
ping water and nutritious substances from penetrating.
This impoverishes the lawn and makes it yellow.
• T he ideal period for aerating and scarifying a lawn is in
autumn or spring.
• O ptimal working conditions consist of low and slightly
wet grass, as working on ground that is dry or softened
with too much water impedes collection of material and
may damage the lawn.
• It is always advisable to remove leaves from the lawn be-
fore aerating or scarifying.
• Y ou can remove that surface felt with a surface aerating
action (with reduced tine depth in the ground).
• B y increasing depth (scarifying), that removal action in-
volves the harder ground layer and, at the same time,
separates grass roots and increases them. This makes
your lawn thicker with more blades of grass.
3.6 EMPTYING THE GRASS-CATCHER
To remove and empty the grass-catcher,
– r elease the switch lever (1) and wait for the rotor to stop;
– l ift the stone-guard (2), grasp the handle and remove the
grass-catcher keeping it in an erect position.
3.7 WHEN WORK IS FINISHED
Release the lever (1) when work has been completed.
Disconnect the extension cable FIRST from the general
socket (2) THEN from the side of the machine switch (3).
WAIT UNTIL THE ROTOR STOPS before making any ad-
justments to the machine.
IMPORTANT If the motor stops because it is overheated
while working, you must wait about 5 minutes before re-
starting it.

4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT Routine and accurate maintenance is essen-
tial in maintaining original machine safety and performance
levels.
Store the machine in a dry place.
1) W ear sturdy work gloves before cleaning, maintaining
or adjusting the machine.
2) C lean the machine after each use; remove debris and
mud accumulated on the rotor and on tines, to prevent it
drying and making the next removal difficult.
3) Avoid using petrol or solvents on the plastic parts of the
machine to prevent damaging them. The warranty does
not cover damage to plastic parts caused by the use of
petrol or solvents.
4.1 ROTOR MAINTENANCE
Tine rotors are composed of different elements that are fac-
tory assembled and cannot be replaced individually by the
user; if a blade or spring breaks, you must replace the en-
tire rotor or contact your Dealer for repair work.
Replacements must be made according to the indications
at point 3.1.
Rotors with rigid blades (1) or springs (2) bearing the code
indicated on the chart on page 2 should be used on this
machine.
Given product evolution, the above mentioned rotors may
be replaced in time with others having similar interchange-
able and operating safety features.
4.2 CLEANING THE MACHINE
Do not spray water onto and avoid wetting the motor and
electrical components.
Do not use aggressive liquids to clean the chassis.
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