Stiga CS 24 Li Manuel D'utilisation page 24

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3. raise the bar and tighten the
guard knob (Fig. 8.A).
Never work with the chain loose,
as it can be hazardous if the chain
slips out of the bar guides.
IMPORTANT During the first period of use
(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.
6.2.1 General safety check
Object
Grip and guards
Screws on the
machine and blade
Cooling air ducts
Guide bar
Chain
Guards
Battery
Machine
Throttle control lever,
throttle brake button
Test driving
6.2.2 Machine operating test
Action
Result
Clean, dry and fixed
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.
No abnormal
vibrations.
No abnormal sound
Result
Fit the battery inside
its housing (par. 7.2.3).
Activate the throttle
control lever. (without
pressing the throttle
lock button)
Press the throttle
lock button and
throttle control lever.
Release the throttle
control lever.
If any of the results fails to
match the indications provided in
the tables, do not use the machine!
Contact a service centre to have it
checked and repaired if necessary.
6.2.3 Checking the chain brake
W hen the throttle control lever is released,
a brake is automatically activated that slows
and stops chain movement, in order to prevent
the risk of injury should the chain continue
to turn after it has been switched off.
The chain must stop as soon as the brake is en-
gaged.
Do not use the machine if the chain
brake does not function correctly and
have it inspected by your dealer.
6.3 STARTUP
1. Remove the protective bar cover (fig. 1.J).
2. Make sure the bar and the chain are not
touching the ground or any other object.
3. Fit the battery inside its housing
correctly (par. 7.2.3).
4. Press the throttle lock button (fig. 9.B)
and throttle control lever. (fig. 9.A).
6.4 OPERATION
Before felling or delimbing for
the first time, make sure:
– you have been specifically trained
to use this type of equipment;
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The chain must
not move
The throttle control
lever remains blocked.
The levers must
move freely and
not be forced. The
chain moves.
The lever
automatically and
rapidly returns to
the idle position.
The chain should stop.