General Information; Routine Maintenance - ST CP1 434 Serie Manual De Instrucciones

1. Start the machine
(par. 6.3).
2. Operate the drive
lever.
3. Disengage the drive
lever.
Test driving
If any of the results fail to match the indications
provided in the tables, do not use the machine! Contact
an Authorised Service Centre to have it checked and
repaired if necessary.
6.3 START-UP
NOTE Start up the machine on a flat surface without ob-
stacles or high grass.
6.3.1 Models with manual start handgrip (Fig.17.A/B)
NOTE The engine brake lever / cutting means must be
kept pulled to prevent the engine stop.
6.3.2 Models with push-button electric start
command (Fig.18.A/B/C/D/E)
Insert the supplied battery in the relative engine com-
partment (Fig.18.A); (follow the instructions provided in
the engine manual).
An engine with non-removable built-in battery is inclu-
ded on some models (Fig.18.B).
NOTE The engine brake / cutting means lever must be
kept pulled to prevent the engine stop.
6.4 OPERATION
IMPORTANT When working, always keep a safe dis-
tance from the cutting means, given by the length of the
handle.
6.4.1 Grass cutting
1. Start moving forward and mowing the grass area.
2. Adjust the speed and cutting height (par. 5.5) in relation
to lawn conditions (grass height, density and humidity)
and the amount of grass to be cut.
3. It is recommended to always cut at the same height
and in the two directions (Fig.20).
For mulching or rear grass discharge:
• Never cut more than one third of the total grass height
per single pass (Fig.19).
• Keep the chassis clean (par. 7.4.2).
For side discharge: avoid discharging the cut grass
from the side of the lawn yet to be mown.
6.4.2 Grass catcher emptying
For grass catcher with contents indicator device:
2. The wheels should
move the machine
forward.
3. The wheels should
stop and the machine
stops moving forward.
No abnormal vibrations.
No abnormal sound.
Lifted = empty.
that the grass catcher is full and must be emptied.
To remove and empty the grass catcher:
1. Wait until the cutting means stops (Fig.21.A);
2. remove the grass catcher (Fig.21.B/C/D).
6.5 STOP (Fig.22.A)
After having stopped the machine, it will take a few
seconds for the cutting means to stop.
Do not touch the engine after stopping it. Risk of
burns.
IMPORTANT Always stop the machine.
• When moving between work areas.
• When driving on grass free surfaces.
• Close to an obstacle.
• Before adjusting the cutting height.
• Any time the grass catcher is removed or refitted.
• Any time the side discharge chute (if available) is re-
moved or refitted.
6.6 AFTER USE (Fig.23.A/B/C/D)
1. Clean (par. 7.4).
2. If necessary, replace damaged components and tight-
en any slack screws and bolts.
IMPORTANT Any time the machine is inactive or unat-
tended:
• Remove the spark plug cap (for models with manual start
handgrip)(Fig.23.B/C).
• Press the tab and remove the permission key (for models
with push-button electric start) (Fig.23.D).
7. MAINTENANCE
7.1

GENERAL INFORMATION

The safety regulations to follow are described in
chap. 2. Strictly comply with these instructions to avoid
serious risks or hazards:
Before commencing any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustments on the machine:
• Stop the machine.
• Make sure that any moving component has stopped.
• Wait until the engine cools down.
• Remove the spark plug cap (Fig. 23.B).
• Remove the key (Fig.23.D) (for models with
push-button electric start).
• Read the relevant instructions.
• Use suitable clothing, protective gloves and gog-
gles.
7.2

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• The frequency and types of maintenance are summarised
in the "Maintenance Table" (chapter 10).
IMPORTANT Any maintenance and adjustment opera-
tions not described in this manual must be carried out by
your Authorised Service Centre.
7.2.1 Refuelling
Place the machine in a stable horizontal position on the
ground.
EN - 5
Lowered = full*.