Lawn Tractor 8211 0210 08 Stiga Villa Senator Classic Operators Manual

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GENERAL
This symbol indicates WARNING. Per-
sonal injury and/or damage to property
may result if the instructions are not fol-
lowed carefully.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols are displayed on the ma-
chine in order to remind you about the safety pre-
cautions and attention necessary when using the
machine.
The symbols mean:
Wa r n i n g !
Read the instruction book and safety man-
ual before using the machine.
Wa r n i n g !
Beware of objects being flung out. Keep
spectators away.
Wa r n i n g !
Always use hearing protectors (earplugs
or muffs).
Wa r n i n g !
This machine is not designed to be driven
on public roads.
ASSEMBLY
To avoid personal injury and damage to
property, never try to start the engine
before all the operations described un-
derASSEMBLYhavebeencompleted.
ACCESSORIES BAG
A plastic bag is enclosed with the machine contain-
ing:Pos. Qty Name Dim.
AC 1 Sparking plug sleeve
AD 1 Torsion pin for ditto
AF 2 Seat adapter
AG 2 Locking knob
AH 4 Screw 5/16 x 16
AI 2 Coach bolt 8 x 20
AJ 2 Flat washer 8.4 x 22 x 1.5
AK 1 Tensioner pin 6 x 36
AL 1 Shim 16 x 38 x 0.5
AM 1 Shim 16 x 38 x 1.0
AP 1 Tow bar (Senator)
SEAT
Screw both seat adapters AF securely to the bottom
of the seat using screws AH. Do not forget to place
the coach bolts AI in the square centre holes first
(figs 1, 3).
Depending on the type of seat used, the adapter
should be turned so that the gap between coach bolts
is always 207 mm (figs 2, 4).
Screw the seat to the machine with the help of flat
washers AJ and locking knobs AG.
STEERING WHEEL
Shims AL and/or AM should be inserted between
the upper and lower parts of the jacket tube to com-
pensate for any axial play (fig 6).
Before fitting the locating pin, check to see how
many washers are required.
The steering wheel must be fitted so that the knob
on the wheel is in the “10 o’clock” position (see
fig 5), (for Senator, President only).
Fit the steering wheel on the steering column using
locating pin AK (fig 6).
TOW BAR (Senator)
#1: Attach the tow bar AP under the muffler. Use
the screw that already holds the muffler (fig 22).
#2: Screw the drawing plate K into the two holes
on the underside of the bumper using screws L and
nuts M (fig 22). Tighten the screws properly.
ENGINE CASING
Loosen the screw which fastens the front part of the
engine casing to the chassis.
Then unhook the three rubber loops D and E (fig 7).
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wards.
Before use - fit the black engine cover onto the en-
gine casing.
Do not use the machine without first fit-
tingtheenginecasing,otherwisethereis
a risk of burn injuries or crushing acci-
dents.
BATTERY
The battery is a valve-regulated battery with 12 V
nominal voltage. The battery is completely main-
tenance free. You don’t have to check or top up the
electrolyte level.
On delivery, the battery is in the accessories box.
The battery must be fully charged be-
fore being used for the first time. The
battery should always be stored fully
charged. If the battery is stored for
longer than 10 days without being
charged, it can be damaged.
If the machine is not going to be used for an ex-
tended period (more than 1 month), the battery
should be charged, disconnected and then stored in
a cool, safe place. Charge the battery completely
before reinstalling.
The battery can be charged in two ways:
1. Via a battery charger (recommended). This must
be a charger with constant voltage. The battery
can be damaged if a standard type battery
charger (for acid batteries) is used.
Stiga recommends battery charger with item no.
1136-0602-01 which may be ordered by an au-
thorised dealer.
2. You can also allow the engine to charge the bat-
tery. In this case it is very important, above all
when starting the machine for the first time and
when it has not been used for a long time, to al-
low the engine to run continuously for at least
45 minutes.
Do not short circuit the battery’s termi-
nals. Sparks occur which can result in
fire. Do not wear metal jewellery which
can come into contact with the battery
terminals.
In the event of damage to the battery
casing, cover, terminals or interference
to the strip covering the valves, the bat-
tery should be replaced.
If the battery terminals are coated with oxide, theyshould be cleaned. Clean the battery terminals with
awirebrushandgreasethem.
Position the battery in the appropriate place under
the engine casing (fig. 8) and connect the battery
cables.
Note! To avoid damage to the engine and the bat-
tery, the positive battery cable (+) should always
be connected to the battery first.
Do not run the engine when the battery is dis-
connected.
TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Check the tyre inflation pressure. The correct pres-
sure should be:
Front tyres: 0,4 bar (6 psi)
Reartyres:1,2bar(17psi)
ACCESSORIES
Refer to separate assembly instructions enclosed
with each accessory for fitment of mowing unit/ac-
cessory.
CONTROLS
Item 1 - 12, see figures 23 - 24.
1. IMPLEMENT RAISING LEVER
A lever for raising front-mounted accessories to
the transport position.
2. SERVICE BRAKE/CLUTCH
A pedal that combines both the service brake and
clutch. There are three positions:
1. Pedal released - forward
drive engaged, The machine
will move if a gear is engaged.
Service brake not activated.
2. Pedal only half depressed -
forward drive released, gear-
shifting can be performed.
Service brake not activated.
3. Pedal fully depressed - for-
ward drive released, Service
brake fully activated.
4. PARKING BRAKE
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Depress the freewheel clutch pedal fully.
Move the parking brake to the right and
then release the pedal.
The parking brake is released by pressing the free-
wheel clutch pedal lightly. The spring-loaded
brake lever then moves automatically to the side.
5. POWER TAKE - OFF (IN)
A lever for engaging the power take-off for driving
front-mounted accessories. There are two posi-
tions:
1. Lever in lower position - power take-off
disengaged.
2. Lever in upper position - power take-off
engaged. The lever is locked in this posi-
tion if a person weighing more than 30 kg
is sitting on the seat.
6. POWER TAKE - OFF (OUT)
A spring-loaded lever for disengaging the power
take-off.
Press the button to disengage the power
take-off.
7. SEAT SUSPENSION
Rotary control for variable adjustment of the seat
suspension. Adjust to weight of driver.
1. Turning counter-clockwise -
suspension will become softer.
2. Turning clockwise - suspen-
sion will become harder.
If the suspension is tightened too hard it could
mean that the lever for engaging the power take-
off (5) cannot be locked in its upper position.
NOTE! To prevent a deterioration in mobility,
do not over tighten the screw joints in the seat
suspension.
8. GEAR LEVER
A lever for selecting one of the five forward gears
in the gearbox (1-2-3-4-5), neutral (N), or reverse
(R).
When changing from neutral to forward or re-verse
the gear lever must be lifted upwards.
The pedal must be kept depressed when changing
gear.
NOTE! You must make sure the machine is quitestationary before changing from reverse to forward
gear or vice versa. If a gear does not engage imme-
diately, release the pedal and depress it again, and
then engage the gear once again. Never force a
gear in.
11. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL
A control for setting the engine speed and to choke
the engine when starting from cold.
1. Idle.
2. Full throttle - when the machine is in
operation, full throttle should always be
used. Full throttle positioned 1 - 1.5 cm
from the lower edge of the groove.
3. Choke - for starting a cold engine.
Choke positioned at the bottom of the
groove.
12. STARTER KEY
An ignition key used for starting and stopping the
engine. There are three positions:
1. Stop position - engine short circuited.
The key can be be removed.
2. Drive position (without symbol).
3. Start position - the electric starter motor
is activated when the key is tur-ned to the
spring-loaded start position. Once the en-
gine has started, allow the key to return to
the drive position.
USING THE MACHINE
AREAS OF USE - VILLA
Themachinemayonlybeusedforthefollowing
tasks using the STIGA accessories stated:
1. Mowing
Using mower deck 13-2916 (85M) or 13-2910
(102M).
2. Sweeping
Using brush unit 13-0920. Use of dust guard
13-1937 is recommended.
3. Snow clearance
Using snow blade 13-1917. Snow chains
13-1947 and wheel weights 13-1982 are
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recommended.
4. Grass clipping and leaf collection
Using towed collector 13-1978 (30) or 13-
1950 (42).
5. Grass and leaf transport
Using load trailer 13-1979, 13-1992.
The maximum vertical load on the towing hitch
must not exceed 100 N.
The maximum over-run load on the towing hitch
from towed accessories must not exceed 500 N.
BEFORE STARTING
You must read these instructions for
use and the accompanying pamphlet
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS careful-
ly before starting up the machine.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Always use lead-free petrol. Never use
oil-mixed 2-stroke petrol.
NOTE! Bear in mind that petrol is a perishable, do
not purchase more petrol than can be used within
30 days.
Petrol is highly inflammable. Always
store petrol in containers that are made
specially for this purpose.
Fill or top up with petrol only outdoors,
and never smoke when filling or top-
ping up. Fill with petrol before starting
the motor. Never remove the filler cap
or fill with petrol while the motor is
running or still warm.
CHECK THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
On delivery the crankcase is filled with SAE 30
oil.
Check the oil level every time before using to
ensure it is correct. The machine should be
standing on level ground.
Remove the dipstick and then wipe it off.
Push down the dipstick fully and screw it
in.
Then unscrew it and pull it up again. Read off the
oil level. Top up with oil to the “FULL” mark if the
level comes below it (fig 11).
SAFETY SYSTEM
This machine is equipped with a safety system that
consists of:
- a switch on the gear box
- a switch in the seat mounting
- a replaceable, electronic safety module that
controls the system.
In order to start the machine the following are nec-
essary:
- gear lever in neutral
- driver sitting on seat
- power take-off engagement lever at lowest
setting (i.e. power take-off disengaged)
Always check the operation of the safe-
ty system before using the machine!
Checkinthefollowingway:
- start the engine, sit on the seat, select a gear,
lift your weight off the seat - the engine must
stop
- start the engine again, sit on the seat, engage
the power take-off, lift your weight off the
seat - the power take-off must be disengaged.
Do not use the machine if the safety sys-
tem does not work! Take the machine to
a service agent for inspection.
STARTING ENGINE
1. Open the fuel shut-off valve (fig 10).
2. Make sure that the sparking plug cable is prop-
erly in place.
3. Check to make sure the power take-off is en-
gaged.
4. Put the gear lever in neutral.
5. Starting cold engine - put the throttle control in
the choke position. Starting warm engine - put the
throttle control at full throttle (1 - 1.5 cm above the
choke position).
6. Depress the pedal fully.
7. Turn the starter key and start the engine.
8. Once the engine has started, move the throttle
control gradually to full throttle if the choke has
been used.
9. When starting from cold do not make the ma-
chine work under load immediately, but let the en-
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STOPPING
Disengage the power take-off and apply the park-
ing brake. Allow the engine to idle for 1 - 2 min-
utes.
Stop the engine by switching off the ignition key.
Close the fuel shut-off valve. This is particularly
important if the machine is to be transported on a
trailer, for example.
If the machine is left unattended to, re-
move the lead from the spark plug. Also
remove the starter key.
The engine may be very warm immedi-
ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the
silencer, cylinder or cooling flanges as it
can cause burns and injury.
OPERATING
Make sure that there is the correct quantity of oil in
the engine when driving on slopes (oil level on
“FULL”).
Be careful when driving on slopes. No
sudden starting or stopping when mov-
ing up or down a slope. Never drive
across a slope. Move from the top and
down, and from down to the top.
When travelling down hill on slopes
greater than 20°, the back wheels can
lift from the ground. The machine is,
however, prevented from tipping over
forwards by the mower deck.
The machine, equipped with original
accessories, must not be driven on
slopes greater than 10° in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when
moving the machine in sharp bend-like
patterns to prevent the machine from
turning over or you losing control over
the machine.
Do not turn the steering wheel to full
lock when driving at full speed and full
throttle. The machine may turn over.
Keep hands and feet well away from the
chain and seat bracket to avoid having
them squeezed. Never operate the ma-
chine without the engine casing.
When in operation always run the engine at full
throttle.
MAINTENANCE
No service should be carried out on the
machine unless:
-the engine has been stopped
-the ignition key has been removed
-the spark plug cable has been removed
from the sparking plug
-the parking brake is applied
-the power take-off is disengaged
CLEANING
To reduce the risk of fire:
- keep the engine, muffler, battery and
fuel tank free from grass, leaves and oil.
- regularly check the machine for oil
and/or fuel leakage.
NOTE! If a jet-wash cleaner is used, do not point
it directly at the transmission.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
Change the oil for the first time after 5 hours run-
ning and then at every 50 hours running, or at least
once a season. Change oil when the engine is
warm.
Always use a good grade of oil (service grade SE,
SF or SG).
The motor oil may be very warm if it is
drained off directly after the motor is
shut off. Therefore, allow the motor to
cool a few minutes before draining the
oil.
1. Tilt the machine to the left.
2. Screw out the oil drain plug F (fig 11). This is
situated on the left side of the engine (viewed from
rear). Let the oil run out into a collection vessel.
Do not allow oil to get on the v-belts.
3. Screw in the plug again.
4. Remove the dipstick and fill up with new oil.
Oil capacity:
Classic - 1,1 Litres
Senator-1,4Litres.
Oil type summer: SAE-30
(SAE 10W-30 can also be used. However, oil con-
sumption can increase somewhat if 10W-30 is
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Oil type winter: SAE 5W-30
(SAE 10W-30 can also be used).
Use oil without any additives.
Do not fill too much oil as this can result in over-
heating of the engine.
Check the oil every time when topping up. The
level should come up to the “FULL” mark.
LUBRICATION
The machine has three grease nipples G on the rear
axle which are lubricated with universal grease
every25hoursrunning(fig12-13).
All plastic bearings (rear wheel, steering turntable,
pedal and steering column bearings, as well as ca-
ble rollers) are lubricated with universal grease
twice per season.
The power take-off and clutch tensioning arm
joints are lubricated with universal grease twice
per season.
Grease the steering cable regularly. This is essen-
tial to the service life of the cable.
The drive chain H and other mechanically actuated
joints are lubricated with oil twice per season (fig
18).
The gearbox and differential are filled with grease
at the factory. If they are not opened (which must
only be done by a specialist), no filling with grease
should normally be done.
AIR FILTER
Important! Never operate the engine without the
air cleaner being fitted.
Clean the foam pre-filter I every 3 months or after
every 25 hours of operation, whichever comes first
(fig 14).
Clean the paper filter insert J once a year or after
every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes
first (fig 14).
NOTE! The filter should be cleaned more often if
the machine operates on dusty ground.
1. Remove the protective cover of the air filter and
the foam plastic filter.
2. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and wa-
ter. Squeeze dry. Pour a little oil on the filter and
squeeze in the oil.
3. Loosen and remove the nut which hold the paperfilter. Lift our the paper filter and thoroughly clean
the air filter housing to prevent dirt from entering
the carburettor.
4. Clean the paper filter as follows: Knock it light-
ly against a flat surface. If the filter is very dirty,
change it.
5. Assemble in the reverse order.
Petroleum-based solvents such as kerosene must
not be used for cleaning the paper filter as these
can destroy the filter.
Do not use compressed air for cleaning the paper
filter. The paper filter must not be oiled.
COOLING AIR INTAKE
The engine is air-cooled. A blocked cooling sys-
tem can damage the engine. The engine should be
cleaned at least once a year or every 100 hours run-
ning.
Remove the fan casing. Clean the cooling fins on
the cylinder, the fan and the rotating protective
grille (fig 15). Glean more frequently if mowing
dry grass.
SPARKING PLUG
An oily and sooty sparking plug with burnt elec-
trodes makes the engine difficult to start.
Clean the plug with a wire brush (do not sand-
blast)andresetthesparkgapto0.75mm.
Replace the sparking plug if the electrodes are bad-
ly burnt. For replacing a sparking plug, a sparking
plug sleeve AC and torsion pin AD are provided in
the plastic bag containing accessories.
The engine manufacturer recommends: Champion
J19LM.
CARBURETTOR
The carburettor is positioned at the factory and ad-
justment should not be necessary.
If the carburettor after all has to be adjusted, con-
tact a service station.
ADJUSTING POWER TAKE - OFF
If the v-belt on the double belt pulley slips when
the power take-off is engaged it can be tensioned
by screwing in the nut K on the power take-off rod
(fig 16).