Stiga ST 266 HW, Operator'S Manual

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IMPORTANT Hand the spent oil over to
a disposal facility in accordance with local
provisions.
8.4 CLEANING
Perform the cleaning operations with
the machine switched off. Do not
attempt to remove the snow from
the discharge before having first
performed the following:
• Release the auger control.
• Switch off the engine.
Remove the ignition key.
Always clean the machine after use. Observe the
following instructions for cleaning:
• Use the paddle (fig. 1.I) to clean the discharge
chute and the machine from snow residues.
• Clean the engine with a brush and/or
compressed air.
• Do no spray water directly on the engine.
• After cleaning with water, start the machine
and the auger to remove the water that may
otherwise infiltrate in the bearings and cause
damages.
IMPORTANT Never use pressurised water. It
may damage the electrical components.
8.5 SPARK PLUG
For operations to be performed on the spark plug,
refer to a Dealer or an Authorised Service Centre.
Refer to the maintenance table and problem
identification table for interventions concerning
the spark plug.
8.6 CARBURETTOR
The carburettor is pre-adjusted by the
manufacturer. Refer to the problem identification
table to check when interventions are required on
the carburettor (cap. 13).
8.7 NUTS AND BOLTS
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
• Regularly check that the fixing nuts of the
discharge chute are correctly tightened.
8.8 AUGER SHAFT (FIG.9)
To facilitate the rotation of the auger, it is
recommended to regularly grease the holes on
the auger shaft using a syringe greaser.
To grease:
– Remove cotter pins and pins.
– Grease the holes and rotate the auger on
the shaft a few times to allow the grease to
flow inside the shaft.
– Reposition the pins and cotter pins.
9. STORAGE
When you intend to put your machine away for
more than 30 days:
1. Drain the fuel supply circuit:
– Close the fuel tap (fig. 5.B).
– Start the engine of the machine and leave
it running until it stops when the fuel runs
out.
2. Remove the spark plug cap
3. Replace the engine oil if this operation has not
been performed during the last three months.
4. Thoroughly clean the snowplough.
5. Check the snowplough for any damage. If
necessary, repair it.
6. If the paint is damaged, restore it to prevent
rust formation.
7. Protect the metallic surfaces exposed to rust
formation.
8. Store the snowplough in a closed room, if
possible.
9. Make sure the auger group is lowered (par.
6.2.8)
10. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS
This manual provides all the necessary
information to run the machine and for correct
basic maintenance operations which can be
performed by the user. Any regulations and
maintenance operations not described herein
must be carried out by your Dealer or Authorised
Service Centre, which have the necessary
knowledge and equipment to ensure that the
work is carried out correctly, maintaining the
correct degree of safety and the original operating
conditions of the machine.
Any operations performed in unauthorised centres
or by unqualified persons will totally invalidate the
Warranty and all obligations and responsibilities
of the Manufacturer.
• Only Authorised Service Centres can carry out
guaranteed repairs and maintenance.
• The Authorised Service Centres only use
genuine spare parts. Genuine spare parts and
attachments have been designed specifically
for machines.
• Non-genuine spare parts and accessories
are not approved. Use of non-genuine spare
parts and accessories cause the warranty to
be voided.