Stiga SD 98-108, Owner'S Manual

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Carefully read and observe the battery recharg-
ing instructions in the booklet provided with the
battery. Failure in following the instructions or in
charging the battery could permanently damage
the battery cells.
A flat battery must be recharged as soon as pos-
sible.
IMPORTANT
Recharging must be
done using a battery charger at constant volt­
age . Other recharging systems can irreversibly
damage the battery.
The machine comes
with a connector (1)
for recharging; this
is connected to the
corresponding con-
nector for the special
“CB01” or “FIGHTER”
maintenance battery-
charger supplied ( if
included) or available
on request ( 9.2) .
IMPORTANT
This connector must
only be used for connection to the “CB01” or
“FIGHTER” maintenance battery-charger. For
its use:
– follow the instructions in the relevant user
manual,
– follow the instructions in the battery manual.
6.2.1 Engine
IMPORTANT
Follow all the instruc-
tions in the engine manual.
To empty the oil from the engine, hold the exten-
sion tube (1) firmly in place and unscrew the
drain plug (2).
When refitting the plug (2) make sure the seal
(3) is positioned correctly and tighten it as far as
possible, holding the extension tube (1) firmly in
place.
6.2.2 Rear axle
This is a sealed single unit that does not require
maintenance. It is permanently lubricated and its
lubricant does not need changing or topping up.
6.2.3 Battery
The battery must be carefully maintained to
ensure long life. The machine battery must
always be charged:
– before using the machine for the first time after
purchase;
– before leaving the machine disused for a long
period;
– before starting up the machine after a long
period of disuse.
1
2 3
1 1
1 1
1)
See the engine manual for the full list and frequency.
2)
At the first signs of any malfunction, contact your Dealer imme diately.
3)
The operation must be carried out by your Dealer or a specialized Service Centre.
4)
General lubrication should also be carried out whenever the machine is to be left unused for a long period.