ST MCS 470 Li 48 Serie Manuel D'utilisation page 127

the paintwork with rust-preventive paint, to prevent
the formation of rust which may corrode the metal.
7.4 NUTS AND BOLTS
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in a safe working condition.
7.5 CLEANING THE TRANSMISSION
1. Remove the guard once or twice per
year (Fig.20.A) (Fig.21.A) by unscrewing
the screws (Fig.20.B) (Fig.21.B).
2. Only for the "MCS 500 Li 48 series"
model: release the hooks (Fig.21.C).
3. Then clean carefully using a brush or compressed
air, removing the grass and dirt from the
area around the transmission and belt.
4. Always refit the guard (Fig.20.A) (Fig.21.A).
7.6 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
The filter element must always be kept
perfectly clean. Proceed as follows:
Clean around the air filter grid.
1.
2. Unscrew the screw (Fig.22.B) to
remove the grid (Fig.22.A).
3. Remove the filter element (Fig.23.A).
4. Blow the filter of wash it with water (Fig.23.A)
to remove the dust and residues.
5. Refit the filter element (Fig.23.A) in its
housing, refit the grid and tighten the
screw (Fig.22.A) and (Fig. 22.B).
• Wear heavy duty gloves.
• Hold the machine in the points offering a safe grip, taking
into account the weight and its division.
• Use an appropriate number of people for the weight of
the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle or the
place where it must be placed or collected.
8. OCCASIONAL MAINTENANCE
Before commencing any inspections, cleaning or
maintenance/adjustments on the machine:
• Stop the machine.
• Remove the safety key, (never leave the key inserted or
within the reach of children or unauthorised persons).
• Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
• Allow the motor to cool before storing
in an enclosed space.
• Read the relevant instructions.
• Use suitable clothing, protective gloves and goggles.
8.1 CUTTING MEANS
An improperly sharpened cutting means pulls at
the grass and causes the lawn to turn yellow.
Do not touch the cutting means until the key has
been removed and the cutting means is completely sta-
tionary.
All work on the cutting means (disassembly,
sharpening, balancing, repairing, reassembly and/or re-
placing) are demanding jobs that require special skills
as well as special tools; For safety reasons, these jobs
are best carried out at a Authorised Service Centre.
Make sure damaged, misshapen or worn cutting
means are replaced, together with the securing screws,
to preserve balance.
IMPORTANT Always use original cutting means
bearing the code indicated in the "Technical Data".
Given product evolution, the cutting means
listed in the "Technical Data" table may be
replaced in time with others having similar
interchangeable and operating safety features.
9. STORAGE
9.1 STORING THE MACHINE
When the machine is to be stored away:
1. Wait for the engine to cool.
2. Remove the safety key.
3. Clean (par. 7.3).
4. Check there are no loose or damaged compo-
nents. If necessary, replace the damaged com-
ponents and tighten any screws and loose bolts
or contact the authorised service centre.
5. Store the machine (Fig.27):
• In a dry place.
• Protected from inclement weather.
• Covered with a sheet where possible.
• In a place where children cannot get to it.
• Making sure that keys or tools used for
maintenance are removed.
9.2 STORING THE BATTERY
The battery must be kept in a cool,
shaded place without humidity.
NOTE If unused for any length of time, recharge the
battery every two months to prolong its working life.
10. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION
Whenever the machine is to be handled,
raised, transported or tilted you must:
– Stop the machine (par. 6.5).
– Remove the safety key.
– Make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop.
– Wear heavy duty gloves.
– Hold the machine in the points offering a safe grip,
taking into account the weight and its division.
– Use an appropriate number of people for the weight
of the machine and the characteristics of the vehicle
or the place where it must be placed or collected.
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