Stiga B 26 JA Manuel D'utilisation page 176

in paragraph 2.4. Strictly comply with these
instructions to avoid serious risks or hazards.
If you are not going to use the machine
for a period of more than 2-3 months, we
recommend you do a few things before putting
it away. This will make it easier when you
want to use the machine again and will also
prevent permanent damage to the engine.
Before putting the machine away:
1. Empty the fuel tank in the open air with
the engine switched off and cold.
2. Start the engine and run it idle until it
comes to a halt, so that it uses up all
the fuel that is left in the carburettor.
3. Wait for the engine to cool.
4. Remove the spark plug cap
(Fig. 12.H; Fig. 13.H)
5. Clean the machine thoroughly.
6. Check the machine for any
damage. If necessary, contact the
authorised assistance centre.
7. Store the machine:
– in a dry place
– protected from inclement weather
– with the blade guard fitted correctly
– in a place where children cannot get to it
– making sure that keys or tools used
for maintenance are removed.
When you wish to start using the
machine again, prepare it as indicated
in chapter "6. Using the machine" .
10. HANDLING AND TRANSPORT
Whenever the machine is to be
handled or transported, you must:
– turn off the engine;
– disconnect the spark plug cap
(Fig. 12.H; Fig. 13.H);
– wear heavy work gloves;
– when the cutting means has
halted, fit the blade guard;
– only hold the machine using the
handgrips and position the cutting
means in the opposite direction to
that used during operations.
• When using a vehicle to
transport the machine:
– position it so that it can cause
no danger to persons;
– fasten it firmly in place to avoid
it from tipping over, which may
cause damage or fuel spillage.
11. ASSISTANCE AND REPAIRS
This manual provides all the necessary
information to run the machine and for correct
basic maintenance operations which can
be performed by the user. Any regulations
and maintenance operations not described
herein must be carried out by your Dealer
or Authorized Service Centre, which have
the necessary knowledge and equipment to
ensure that the work is carried out correctly,
maintaining the correct degree of safety and the
original operating conditions of the machine.
Any operations performed in unauthorized
centres or by unqualified persons will totally
invalidate the Warranty and all obligations
and responsibilities of the Manufacturer.
• Only authorized service workshops can carry
out guaranteed repairs and maintenance.
• The authorized service workshops
only use genuine spare parts. Genuine
spare parts and accessories have been
designed specifically for machines.
• Non-genuine spare parts and accessories
are not approved. Using non-genuine spare
parts and accessories voids the warranty.
• It is advisable to send your machine
once a year to an authorized service
workshop for servicing, assistance
and safety device inspection.
12. WARRANTY COVERAGE
The warranty covers all material and
manufacturing defects. The user must
follow all the instructions provided in
the accompanying documentation.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by:
• Failure to familiarise oneself with the
documentation accompanying the machine.
• Carelessness.
• Incorrect or prohibited use or assembly.
• Use of non-genuine spare parts.
• Use of accessories not supplied or
approved by the manufacturer.
The warranty does not cover:
• Normal wear and tear of consumables,
such as cutting means, safety bolts.
• Normal wear and tear.
The purchaser is protected by his or her own
national legislation. The purchaser's rights under
the national laws or his or her own country are
not in any way restricted by this warranty.
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