Cutting And Adjusting Hedges; Warm Starting - Stiga SHT 660 K Manuel D'utilisation

IMPORTANT This machine is fitted with an "Easy
Start" system which makes the starting procedure
different and easier compared to traditional meth­
ods. This system reduces the effort required to
start the machine. The cord only requires pulling
until you hear the engine start to tick over; no ef­
fort is required to pull the cord as it does not cre­
ate any resistance.
WARNING! To avoid breaking the starter
cord, do not pull the whole length of it or let it
slide along the edge of the cable guide hole.
Release the starter grip gradually, to avoid
letting it fly back uncontrollably.
6. G radually release the grip (4) on the starter
cord to avoid it from returning too fast and out
of control.
7. B riefly operate the throttle lever (5) to bring
the choke control lever (3) automatically to the
«A» position.
8. A llow the engine to run at minimum speed
for at least one minute before accelerating to
maximum speed.
IMPORTANT If the starter cord grip (4) is pulled
repeatedly with the starter control lever (3) in the
«B» position it can flood the engine and make
starting difficult.
If you have flooded the engine, remove the spark
plug and gently pull the grip (5) of the starter cord
to eliminate any excess fuel; then dry the spark
plug electrodes and replace it on the engine.

2.1.2 Warm starting

When hot starting (immediately after stopping
the engine), follow the procedure indicated
above in points 1 - 4 - 5 - 6.
2.2 ADJUSTING THE SPEED
OF THE CUTTING DEVICE (Fig. 4)
The speed of the cutting device is regulated
by the throttle trigger (1) positioned on the rear
handgrip (2).
It is only possible to use this lever if the safety
lever (3) is pressed simultaneously.
The movement is transmitted from the engine to
the blade by a centrifugal mass clutch that pre-
vents the blade from moving when the engine is
running at minimum speed.
WARNING! The cutting device must not
move when the engine is running idle. If the
cutting device moves when the engine is run­
ning idle, contact your Retailer to correctly
regulate the engine.
The correct running speed will be achieved by
pressing the throttle trigger (1) as far as possible.
IMPORTANT Avoid using the machine at full
power for the first 6­ 8 working hours.
2.3 STOPPING THE MACHINE (Fig. 5)
To stop the machine:
– R elease the throttle trigger (1) and allow the
engine to run at minimum speed for a few sec-
onds.
– P ress the switch (2) to position «O».
WARNING!
over, it will take a few seconds for the blades
to stop.
WARNING!
cy stop, move the switch immediately to the
«O» position.

3. CUTTING AND ADJUSTING HEDGES

To respect people and the environment:
– T ry not to cause any disturbance.
– S crupulously comply with local regulations
and provisions for the disposal of waste mate-
rials after sawing.
– S crupulously comply with local regulations
and provisions for the disposal of oils, petrol,
damaged parts or any elements which have a
strong impact on the environment.
– D isposal of the packaging should be done in
accordance with the local regulations in force.
WARNING!
brations can cause injuries and neurovas­
cular disorders (also called "Raynaud's syn­
drome" or "white hand"), especially to peo­
ple suffering from circulation disorders. The
symptoms can regard the hands, wrists and
fingers and are shown through loss of sensi­
tivity, torpor, itching, pain and discolouring
of or structural changes to the skin. These
effects can be worsened by low ambient tem­
peratures and/or by gripping the handgrips
excessively tightly. If the symptoms occur,
the length of time the machine is used must
be reduced and a doctor consulted.
DANGER! This machine's starter unit ge­
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When the engine is ticking
In the event of an emergen­
Prolonged exposure to vi­