Maintenance And Storage - Stiga SP 375 Manuel D'utilisation

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– If there is excessive dirt or resin build-up, dis-
assemble the chain and place it in a container
with a specific cleanser. Then rinse it with clean
water and treat it with a suitable anticorrosive
spray, before reassembling on the machine.
– Fit the bar cover before reassembling the ma-
chine.

8. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

WARNING!
others:
– Correct maintenance is essential to main­
tain the original efficiency and safety of the
machine over time.
– Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working con­
dition.
– Never use the machine with worn or dam­
aged parts. Damaged parts are to be re­
placed and never repaired.
– Only use original spare parts. Parts that are
not of the same quality can seriously dam­
age the equipment and compromise safety.
WARNING!
ations:
– Remove the spark plug cap.
– Wait until the engine is sufficiently cold.
– Use protective gloves when handling the
bar and chain.
– Keep the bar protection devices on, except
when intervening directly on the bar or the
chain.
– Never dispose of oils, fuel or other polluting
materials in unauthorised places.
CYLINDER AND SILENCER (Fig. 19)
To reduce fire risks, periodically clean the cylinder
flaps with compressed air and clear the silencer
area to get rid of sawdust, branches, leaves or
other debris.
STARTING SYSTEM
To avoid overheating and damage to the engine,
always keep the cooling air vents clean and free
of sawdust and debris.
For your safety and that of
During maintenance oper­
USING THE MACHINE / MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
WARNING!
be f ore storing in any enclosure.
To reduce fire hazards, clean the machine
thoroughly to get rid of any sawdust, bran­
ches, leaves or excess grease, never leave
containers with the cut debris inside the stor­
age area.
The starter rope must be replaced as soon as it
shows signs of wear.
CLUTCH UNIT (Fig. 20)
Keep the clutch bell free of sawdust and debris,
remove the casing (as illustrated in Chap. 4.1) and
replace it correctly when the operation has been
completed. Have your dealer check the greasing
of the internal bearing every 30 hours (approx.).
CHAIN BRAKE
Regularly check the efficiency of the chain brake
and the condition of the metal band around the
clutch bell, remove the casing (as illustrated in
Chap. 4.1) and replace it correctly when the oper-
ation has been completed.
Replace this band when the points in contact
with the clutch bell wear down to about half the
thickness of the two ends not subject to rubbing.
CHAIN SPROCKET
Regularly check the condition of the sprocket with
your local retailer and replace it when wear ex-
ceeds the accepted limits.
Do not mount a new chain with a worn sprocket
or vice-versa.
LUBRICATION HOLE (Fig. 21)
Periodically remove the casing (as illustrated in
Chap. 4.1) remove the bar and check that neither
the machine lubrication holes (1) or the bar (2)
are clogged.
Allow the engine to cool