Advice For Operation; After Use; Routine Maintenance; General Information - Stiga BP 375 Manual De Instrucciones

6.4.2 Advice for operation

It is possible to adjust the position and angle
of the control handgrip (Fig. 3.K) to obtain
the most comfortable working position.
To adjust it:
– Remove the screw (Fig. 3.L).
– To adjust the angle, bend the control
handgrip forwards or backwards.
– To adjust the position, move the control
handgrip support forwards or backwards.
– On completing the adjustments,
tighten the screw again (Fig. 3.L).
Proceed slowly keeping the end of
the blower tube at a suitable distance
from the ground (Fig. 8.A).
To avoid dispersing the material to be
removed, direct the air flow towards the
outer edges of the pile of material. Never
direct the air flow to the middle of the pile.
IMPORTANT Stop the machine (par.
6.5) when moving between work areas.
6.5 STOP
To stop the machine:
1. Release the throttle control lever (Fig.
4.A) and move the throttle adjuster
lever to the start stroke position (Fig.
4.B) and allow the engine to run at
minimum speed for a few seconds.
2. Move the lever (Fig. 4.B) to the
«STOP» position (Fig. 4.C).
3. Wait until the rotor is stationary.
It takes a few seconds for the rotor to
stop after the machine has been turned off.
The engine may be very warm
immediately after it is shut off. Do not
touch. The engine can cause burn injuries.
IMPORTANT Stop the machine (par. 6.5) and
remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 9.F ) whenever
the machine is unused or left unattended.
IMPORTANT Stop the machine (par.
6.5) when moving between work areas.

6.6 AFTER USE

• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 9.F).
• Allow the engine to cool before
storing in an enclosed space.
• Clean (par. 7.4).
• Check there are no loose or damaged
components. If necessary, replace the
damaged components and tighten
any screws and loose bolts or contact
the authorised service centre.

7. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

7.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT The safety regulations
to follow are described in chap. 2. Strictly
comply with these indications to avoid
serious risks or dangers.
Prior to carrying out any
maintenance operation, you need to:
• Stop the machine;
• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 9.F);
• Wait until the engine is sufficiently cold;
• Read the relevant instructions;
• Use suitable clothing, protective
gloves and goggles;
• The frequency and types of maintenance are
summarised in the "Maintenance Table" (see
chapter 13). The table will help you maintain
your machine's safety and performance.
It summarises the main interventions to
be made and the frequency applicable to
each of them. Carry out the relevant task as
soon as it is scheduled to be performed.
• The use of non-genuine spare parts and
accessories could adversely affect machine
operation and safety. The manufacturer
declines all liability for any damage or
injuries caused by these products.
• Genuine spare parts are supplied by
authorised assistance workshops and dealers.
• Never use the machine with worn or
damaged parts. Damaged parts are to
be replaced and never repaired.
IMPORTANT Any maintenance and
adjustment operations not described in
this manual must be carried out by your
dealer or Authorised Service Centre.

7.2 PREPARING THE FUEL MIXTURE

This machine has a two-stroke engine which
requires a mixture of petrol and lubricating oil.
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