Anti-Scalping Wheels; Battery; Cleaning; Cleaning The Machine - ST. SpA T 102 Serie Manuel D'utilisation

• Type "II"
1. Place the machine on a flat surface.
2. Place a suitable container under
the extension tube (fig. 33.D).
3. Detach the extension tube (fig. 33.D)
from the support (fig. 33.E) then,
using a pair of pliers, loosen the
clamp fig. 33.F) until it is possible to
extract the drain plug (fig. 33.G).
4. Bend the extension tube and
drain the oil into the container.
5. Replace the drain plug (fig. 33.G)
and reattach the extension tube
(fig. 33.D) to the support (fig.
33.E) before refilling with oil.
6. Clean up any spills.
IMPORTANT Hand the spent
oil over to a disposal facility in
accordance with local provisions.
7.4 ANTI-SCALPINGWHEELS
Thanks to the various mounting positions of
the wheels, it is possible to maintain a safety
distance "H" between the edge of the cutting
device assembly and the ground (fig. 23.A).
Adjust the position of the anti-scalping wheels
according to how irregular the ground is.
This should always be performed
on both wheels, positioning them at the
same height WITH THE ENGINE OFF
AND CUTTING device DISENGAGED.
To change the position:
1. Release the arrest plate (fig. 23.B) using
a screwdriver and extract the pin (fig.
23.C) with the spring (fig. 23.D).
2. Reposition the wheel (fig. 23.A)
in the desired position
3. Replace the pin (fig. 23.C), the spring
(fig. 23.D) and the arrest plate (fig. 23.B)
in the sequence indicated, making
sure that the head of the pin (fig. 23.C)
is facing the inside of the machine

7.5 BATTERY

To ensure long life to the battery it is
essential to keep it carefully maintained.
The machine battery must always be charged:
• before using the machine for the
first time after purchase;
• before leaving the machine disused for
a long period (over 30 days) (par. 9);
• before starting up the machine after
a prolonged period of inactivity.
Carefully read and observe the battery
recharging instructions in the booklet provided
with the battery. Failure in following the procedure
or in charging the battery could permanently
damage the battery elements. A flat battery
must be recharged as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT Recharging must be
done using a battery charger at constant
voltage. Other recharging systems can
irreversibly damage the battery.
• The machine comes with a connector (fig.
34.A) for recharging; this is connected to
the corresponding connector for the special
maintenance battery charger supplied (if
included) or available on request (par. 15.2).
IMPORTANT This connector must
only be used for connection to the
maintenance battery charger indicated
by the Manufacturer. For its use:
– follow the instructions given in the
relative instruction manual;
– follow the instructions in the battery manual;
7.6

CLEANING

Clean thoroughly following the instructions
below every time it is used.

7.6.1 Cleaning the machine

• Clean the outside of the machine washing
the plastic parts of the bodywork with a
damp sponge using water and detergent,
taking care not to wet the engine, the
electrical parts or the electronic circuit
board located under the dashboard.
• To reduce fire hazards, keep the
engine, silencer, battery compartment
and petrol storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
IMPORTANT Never use hose nozzles or harsh
detergents for cleaning the body and engine!
7.6.2 Cleaning the discharge chute (for
rear collection models only)
If the discharge chute is clogged:
1. remove the grass catcher or the
rear discharge guard;
2. remove the grass cuttings; you can reach
them from the chute discharge opening.
7.6.3 Cleaning the grass catcher (for
rear collection models only)
1. Empty the grass catcher
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