Using The Machine; Preliminary Procedures; Checking The Battery; Safety Checks - Stiga PR 500 Li 48 Manuel D'utilisation

Do not use the machine if the chain
brake does not function correctly and
have it inspected by your dealer.

6. USING THE MACHINE

The safety regulations to follow
are described in chap. 2. Strictly
comply with these instructions to
avoid serious risks or dangers.
IMPORTANT For instructions
regarding the motor and the battery (if
supplied), read the relevant manuals.

6.1 PRELIMINARY PROCEDURES

Before starting to work, it is necessary to carry
out several checks and operations to ensure you
can work efficiently and in maximum safety.

6.1.1 Checking the battery

Purchase the battery with the capacity that
most suits your operational requirements
and fully charge it according to the
instructions in the battery booklet.
The list of approved batteries for this machine
is found in the "Technical Data" table.
• Before each use:
– check the battery charge status according
to the instructions in the battery booklet.
6.1.2 Filling with chain lubrication oil
Fill with chain lubrication oil before using
the machine. For oil filling methods and
precautions (see paragraph 7.3).
6.1.3 Checking the chain tension
Perform all operations
with the motor off.
Always wear heavy duty work gloves.
Check the chain tension.
The tension is correct when the drive links
do not slip out of the chain guides if you hold
the chain in the middle of the bar (Fig. 10).
To adjust the chain tension:
1. loosen the cover nut, using
the supplied wrench;
2. turn the chain tension adjuster screw (Fig.
9.A) to achieve the desired tension;
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3. raise the bar and tighten the
guard nut securely using the
wrench supplied (Fig. 11.A).
Never work with the chain loose,
as it can be hazardous if the chain
slips out of the bar guides.
IMPORTANT
(or after replacing the chain) it must be checked
more frequently due to settling of the chain.

6.2 SAFETY CHECKS

Run the following safety checks and
check that the results correspond to
those outlined on the tables.
Always carry out the safety
checks before use.
Always carry out a daily inspection
of the machine before use, after a
fall or other impact to detect any
damage or significant defects.
6.2.1 General safety check
Object
Grip and guards
Screws on the
machine and blade
Cooling air ducts
Guide rod
Chain
Guards
Battery
Machine
Throttle trigger
lever, safety lever
EN - 9
+
During the first period of use
Result
Clean, dry, without
traces of oil and
grease, and fixed
correctly and firmly
to the machine.
Correctly tightened
(not loose)
Not clogged
Properly installed
Sharp, not damaged
or worn, mounted and
tensioned correctly.
Intact, undamaged.
No damage to
the casing, no
liquid leakage
No signs of
damage or wear
The levers must
move freely and
not be forced.