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6. DISENGAGING LEVER (President - 
Pro16 - Pro18)
A lever for disengaging the variable transmission. 
Enables the machine to be moved by hand without 
the help of the engine. (Note that, on the Pro16-
Pro18, the lever is on the left-hand side.) There are 
two positions:
1. Lever moved back - transmis-
sion engaged for normal opera-
tion. 
2. Lever moved forward - trans-
mission disengaged. The ma-
chine can be moved by hand. 
To avoid damage to the transmission, do not tow the 
machine for any great distance.
7. POWER TAKE OFF - IN (not Pro18)
A lever for engaging the power take-off for driving 
front-mounted accessories. There are two positions:
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.
8. POWER TAKE OFF - OUT (not 
Pro18)
A spring-loaded lever for disengaging the power 
take-off.
Press the button to disengage the 
powertake-off. 
9. 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 (7) 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.
10. GEAR LEVER (Classic)
A lever for selecting one of the five forward gears 
in the gearbox (1-2-3-4-5), neutral (N), or reverse 
(R).
The clutch pedal must be kept depressed when 
changing gear.
NOTE! You must make sure the machine is quite 
stationary before changing from reverse to forward 
gear or vice versa. If a gear does not engage imme-
diately, release the clutch 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. (The latter 
does not apply to Pro16-Pro18, which has a sepa-
rate choke control - see item 12).
1. Choke - for starting a cold engine. 
Choke located in top of groove (does not 
apply to Pro16-Pro18). 
2. Full throttle - when the machine is in 
operation, full throttle should always be 
used. Full throttle positioned 1 - 1.5 cm 
from the top edge of the groove. 
3. Idle. 
12. CHOKE CONTROL (Pro16 - 
Pro18)
A pull-type control to choke the engine when start-
ing from cold.
1. Control fully pulled out - choke valve in 
carburettor closed. For starting cold en-
gine. 
2. Control pushed in - choke valve open. 
For starting warm engine and when oper-
ating the machine. 
Never operate the machine with the choke pulled 
out when the engine is warm.
13. STARTER KEY
An ignition key used for starting and stopping the 
engine. There are three positions:
1. Stop position - engine short circuited. 
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2. Drive position (without symbol). 
3. Start position - the electric starter motor 
is activated when the key is turned to the 
spring-loaded start position. Once the en-
gine has started, allow the key to return to 
the drive position. 
A spare key is enclosed in the plastic bag that also 
includes this instructions for use. Keep this key 
in a safe place.
14. CRUISE CONTROL (Pro16 - 
Pro18)
A switch for activating the cruise control. The 
function of the cruise control allows the drive ped-
al (5) to be locked in the desired position. You do 
not need to use the right foot.
1. Depress the drive pedal until the desired 
speed is achieved. Then press the rear part 
of the switch to activate the cruise control. 
The symbol will light up green. 
2. Disengage the cruise control by press-
ing the front part of the switch. 
15. LIGHT SWITCH (not Classic)
A pull-type switch for the halogen headlamp. The 
headlamp works only when the engine is running - 
there is no load on the battery. There are two posi-
tions:
1. Switch pulled out - headlamp on.
2. Switch pushed in - headlamp off.
16. POWER TAKE OFF (Pro18) 
Circuit-breaker for engaging and disengaging the 
electromagnetic power take-off.
1. Press the lower part of the circuit-break-
er - the power take-off will be engaged. 
The symbol will indicate green. 
2. Press the upper part of the circuit-break-
er - the power take-off will be disengaged. 
17. HOUR METER (Pro18) 
Indicates the number of operating hours. Works 
only when the engine is running.
18. ELECTRIC LIFTER (Pro18) 
Switch (red symbol) for controlling the front-
mounted, electric lifter. 1. Press the upper part of the switch - the lifter will 
be lowered to the working position.
2. Press the lower part of the switch - the lifter will 
be raised to the transport position.
19. EL. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUST-
MENT (Pro18)
The machine has been designed for electrical ad-
justment of the cutting height (available as an ac-
cessory).
A connection plug is located on the right hand side, 
in front of the front wheel. 
The switch (orange symbol) is used to adjust the 
cutting height up or down in continuously variable 
positions. 
20. REAR RAKE (Pro18) 
The machine has been designed for the use of a 
rear rake, which can be raised and lowered electri-
cally (available as an accessory).
Connection cables are located at the rear of the ma-
chine, under the solenoid. 
The switch (blue symbol) is used for raising or 
lowering the rear rake. 
OPERATING THE MACHINE
AREAS OF USE - PARK
The machine may only be used for the following 
tasks using the STIGA accessories stated:
1. Mowing
Using mower deck 13-2922 (100B), 13-2913
(102M), 13-2917 (110S), 13-2915/13-2921
(121M) or flail mower 13-1977.
2. Sweeping
Using brush unit 13-1933 or collector brush
unit 13-1939. Use of dust guard 13-1936 is re-
commended with the first option.
3. Snow clearance
Using snow blade 13-1916 or snow thrower
13-1948. Snow chains 13-1956 and wheel
weights 13-1982 are recommended.
4. Grass clipping and leaf collection
Using towed collector 13-1978 (30) or
13-1950 (42).
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5. Grass and leaf transport
Using dump cart 13-1979 (Standard) or
13-1988 (Maxi).
6. Fertiliser spreading
Using fertiliser spreader 13-1987. Can also be
used for spreading grass seed.
7. Sand spreading
Using sand spreader 13-1975. Can also be used
for spreading salt. Snow chains 13-1956 and
wheel weights 13-1982 are recommended.
8. Weeding on gravel paths
Using front mounted hoe 13-1944 and rear
mounted rake 13-1969.
9. Lawn edge trimming
Using edge trimmer 13-1972.
10.Moss scarification
Using flail mower 13-1977 equipped with
special moss scarifier 13-1986.
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.
GENERAL
You can fill with fuel and check the oil level in the 
engine by removing the engine cover. You do this 
by lifting it upwards and backwards (fig 34).
NOTE that, to check the oil level on the Pro16-
Pro18 models, you must remove the entire engine 
casing. 
Do not use the machine without first fit-
ting the engine casing, otherwise there 
is a risk of burn injuries or crushing ac-
cidents. 
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Always use lead-free petrol. Never use 
oil-mixed 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.
Wipe clean round the oil dipstick, remove 
it and wipe 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 7 - 8). 
CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION 
OIL LEVEL (President- Pro16 - 
Pro18) 
The transmission is filled with SAE 20W-50 oil 
when the machine is delivered from the factory,
Check the oil level every time before using to 
ensure it is correct. The machine should be 
standing on level ground.
President:
Unscrew the oil dipstick (fig 9). Read off the oil 
level. It should be within the xx markings.
Pro16-Pro18:
Read off the oil level in the reservoir (fig 10). It 
should be between the MAX and MIN marks.
If necessary, top up with SAE 20W-50 oil. 
It is important that you observe clean-
ness when handling oil for the transmis-
sion. There must not be any particles of 
dirt in the system as dirt can easily 
cause total failure of the transmission.
SAFETY SYSTEM
This machine is equipped with a safety system that 
consists of:
- a switch on the gear box (only Classic)
- a switch at the brake pedal
- a switch in the seat mounting
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lever (only US and Canada)
In order to start the machine the following are nec-
essary:
- gear lever in neutral (only Classic)
- brake pedal depressed
- 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!
Check in the following way:
- start the engine, sit on the seat, select a gear,
lift your weight off the seat - the engine must
stop (applies to Classic)
- start the engine, sit on the seat, press the drive
pedal so that the machine starts to move, release
the drive pedal - the machine must stop (applies
to President)
- start the engine, sit on the seat, press the drive
pedal so that the machine starts to move, engage
the cruise control, lift your weight off the seat -
the machine must stop (applies to Pro16 -
Pro18)
- start the engine, sit on the seat, press the drive
pedal so that the machine starts to move, engage
the cruise control, press the brake pedal - the
machine must stop (applies to Pro16 - Pro18)
- start the engine, sit on the seat, engage the 
power take-off, lift your weight off the seat - the
power take-off must be disengaged (all models)
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 cock (fig 11).
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. 
4a. Classic:
Put the gear lever in neutral. 
4b. President-Pro16-Pro18:
Do not keep your foot on the drive pedal. 
5a. Classic-President:
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 below the choke position). 
5b. Pro16-Pro18:
Put the throttle control at full throttle. Starting cold 
engine - pull the choke control out fully. Starting 
warm engine - do not touch the choke control. 
6. Depress the brake pedal fully. 
7. Turn the starter key and start the engine. 
8a. Classic-President:
Once the engine has started, move the throttle con-
trol gradually to full throttle if the choke has been 
used. 
8b. Pro16-Pro18:
Once the engine has started, push the choke control 
in gradually if it has been used. 
9. When starting from cold do not make the ma-
chine work under load immediately, but let the mo-
tor run for some minutes first. This will allow the 
oil to warm up. 
STOPPING
Disengage the power take-off and apply the park-
ing brake. 
Allow the engine to idle for 1 - 2 minutes. Stop the 
engine by switching off the ignition key.
Shut off the petrol cock. This is particularly impor-
tant 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.
Machines with catalytic converters:
The catalytic converter gets very hot during opera-
tion. The heat remains for a long time after the en-
gine has been stopped.
Avoid risk of fire:
- do not park in close proximity to inflammable
objects.
- do not cover the machine until the catalytic con-
verter has cooled down.
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“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. 
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.
NOTE! Before using a trailer, contact your insur-
ance company.
NOTE! This machine is not designed to be driven 
on public roads.
Do not turn the steering wheel to full 
lock when driving in top gear and with 
full throttle as the machine can easily 
topple over. 
Keep hands and feet well away from the 
articulated steering joint and seat 
bracket to avoid having them squeezed. 
Never operate the machine 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, silencer, battery and 
fuel tank free from grass, leaves and oil.
- regularly check the machine for oil 
and/or fuel leakage.
NOTE! When washing the machine with water un-der high pressure, do not point the jet directly at the 
transmission. 
CHANGING ENGINE OIL
Classic-President:
Change the oil for the first time after 5 hours run-
ning and then after every 50 hours running or once 
a year. Change oil when the engine is warm.
Always use a good grade of oil (service grade SE, 
SF or SG).
Pro16-Pro18:
Change the oil for the first time after 8 hours run-
ning and then after every 50 hours of running or 
once a month. Change oil when the engine is 
warm.
Always use a good grade of oil (service grade SE, 
SF or SG).
Classic-President-Pro16-Pro18:
Change the oil after every 25 hours of running, or 
once a week if the motor has to operate under de-
manding conditions or if the ambient temperature 
is high.
The engine oil may be very warm if it is 
drained off directly after the engine is 
shut off. Therefore, allow the engine to 
cool a few minutes before draining the 
oil.
1. Screw out the oil drain plug C (fig 12 - 13). Let 
the oil run out into a collection vessel. Do not al-
low oil to get on the v-belts. 
2. Screw in the plug again.
3. Remove the dipstick and fill up with new oil.
Oil Capacity:
Classic - 1,4 litres
President - 1,4 litres
Pro16, Pro18 - 1,4 litres, when the oil filter is not 
replaced. 1,7 litres, when the filter is replaced.
Oil type summer: SAE-30
(SAE 10W-30 can also be used. However, oil con-
sumption may increase somewhat if 10W-30 is 
used. Therefore check the oil level more regularly 
if you use this type of oil).
Oil type winter: SAE 5W-30
(if this oil is not available, use SAE 10W-30).
Use oil without any additives. 
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Check the oil every time when topping up. The 
level should come up to the “FULL” mark. 
CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION 
OIL (President - Pro16 - Pro18) 
Change the oil the first time after 50 hours of oper-
ation, and then after every 250 hours or operation 
or once a season.
Use a good grade of SAE 20W-50 oil (service 
grade SE, SF or SG).
Total amount of oil:
President - 1.6 litres
Pro16, Pro18 - 3.3 litres
NOTE that the design of the transmission per-
mits only about 80% of the total amount of oil 
to run out when the oil is changed.
After filling the transmission with oil, the oil 
which is left in the transmission mixes with the 
new oil. 
You should, therefore, not pour in too much oil 
when you change the oil. Check the oil level sev-
eral times while filling.
It is important that you observe clean-
ness when handling oil for the transmis-
sion. There must not be any particles of 
dirt in the system as dirt can easily 
cause total failure of the transmission. 
President:
1. Unscrew the oil drain plug D. This is located to 
the right as viewed from the rear (figs 14 and 25). 
Allow the oil to run out into a collection vessel.
2. Screw the oil drain plug back into place.
3. Remove the oil dipstick and top up with new oil.
Pro16-Pro18:
1. Remove the oil reservoir cover (fig 10).
2. Unscrew the oil drain plug E. This is located to 
the left as viewed from the rear (figs 15 and 26). 
Allow the oil to run out into a collection vessel.
3. Screw the oil drain plug back into place.
4. Remove hose F from the lower side of the oil 
reservoir (fig 16). 
5. To facilitate filling up the oil, we recommend 
that you use, for example, a pump (figure 16 shows 
a STIGA pump, part number 1134-3898-01).
6. Fill the pump with oil. Then insert the nipple 
into the hose F and slowly press the oil into the transmission. 
7. Connect the hose to the oil reservoir.
8. Finally, fill the oil reservoir with oil. AIR BLEEDING (President - Pro16 - 
Pro18) 
After filling with oil, it may be necessary to bleed 
the transmission.
1. Raise the rear part of the machine to enable the 
drive wheels to rotate freely.
2. Start the engine and allow it to idle.
3. Press the drive pedal down forwards and back-
wards alternately.
4. When the drive wheels start to rotate, lower the 
machine down onto its wheels.
5. Push the machine backwards while pushing the 
front part of the drive pedal down. Then push the 
machine forwards while pushing the rear part of 
the drive pedal down.
6. When the machine starts to move, put the throt-
tle control at full throttle.
7. Start and stop the machine rapidly until its speed 
is normal.
Remarks: Initial bleeding can be made as early as 
when filling with oil. While filling, rotate the 
transmissions belt pulley by hand. 
REPLACING ENGINE OIL FILTER 
(Pro16 - Pro18)
Replace the oil filter after every 100 hours of oper-
ation.
Before screwing the new filter securely into place, 
oil the filter gasket with motor oil.
Screw the filter G securely by hand until the filter 
gasket touches the filter attachment. Then tighten 
three-quarters of a full turn (fig 13).
Start the engine and run it for 30 seconds. Then 
switch off the engine. Check the oil level. If the oil 
level is below the “FULL” mark on the dipstick, 
top up with oil.
Start the engine and check for any oil leakage.
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25 hours running (fig 17 - 18). 
All plastic bearings should be lubricated twice 
each season. 
Apply universal grease to the steering chain a cou-
ple of times each season. If the steering chain is re-
ally dirty, dismantle it, wash it, and then grease it 
once more.
Apply a coating of engine oil to the tension arm 
joints twice each season.
Apply a few drops of engine oil on both ends of the 
throttle control cable a couple of times a season.
Classic:
The transmission is filled with oil (SAE 80W-90) 
on delivery from the factory. If it is not opened 
(which must only be done by a specialist), no top-
ping up with oil should normally be done.
BATTERY
Check the acid level regularly.
The acid level should be between “UPPER” and 
“LOWER” on the battery. When adjusting the lev-
el only use distilled water (battery water).
The battery acid is extremely corrosive 
and can cause burns and injury to skin 
and clothing. Always use rubber gloves, 
and glasses (goggles) to protect the eyes. 
Avoid inhaling any acid vapour.
Do not incline the battery too much so 
that the battery acid can run out on to 
hands or clothing. If this should hap-
pen, flush with lots of water.
If the battery terminals are coated with oxide they 
should be cleaned. Clean the battery terminals with 
a wire brush and grease them. 
AIR FILTER
Clean the foam pre-filter I every 3 months or after 
every 25 hours of operation, whichever comes 
first.
Clean the paper filter insert J once a year or after 
every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes 
first (fig 19 - 20).
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 paper 
filter. 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 21 - 22). Glean more frequently if mow-
ing 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) and reset the spark gap to 0.75 mm. 
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:
Classic-President: Champion J19LM. 
Pro16-Pro18: Champion RC12YC 
CARBURETTOR
The carburettor is positioned at the factory and ad-
justment should not be necessary.
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ADJUSTING POWER TAKE - OFF 
CABLE (not Pro18)
If the v-belt between the engine belt pulley and 
centre belt pulley slips when the power take-off is 
engaged, the power take-off cable can be tensioned 
by means of the two cable adjusters K (fig 23). 
REPLACING THE V - BELTS
You can replace the v-belts while the machine is 
standing on its wheels.
Remark: To illustrate how to replace v-belts the 
machines are shown here from below and on there 
sides (figs 24 - 26).
Always use genuine belts. They will fit properly 
and last longest.
V-BELT ENGINE - POWER TAKE-OFF
The power take-off referred to here is the double 
belt pulley L which is located in the middle of the 
machine and is used to drive the cutter deck/acces-
sory by means of a separate v-belt.
1. Remove the v-belt which runs from the power 
take-off to the cutter deck/accessory.
2. Unscrew the tension roller M.
3. Crank off the v-belt from the lower belt groove 
N on the engine belt pulley.
4. Remove the v-belt from the upper belt groove on 
the power take-off.
5. Replace the v-belt and assemble in the reverse 
order.
V-BELT ENGINE - TRANSMISSION
1. Remove the v-belt from between the engine and 
power take-off. See above.
2a. Classic:
Keep the left-hand pedal (clutch pedal) pressed 
down.
2b. President-Pro16-Pro18:
Keep the left-hand pedal (brake pedal) pressed 
down.
3. Classic:
Slacken the belt guides on the transmission belt 
pulley and turn them aside.
4. Unscrew the tension roller O.
5. Crank off the v-belt from the transmission belt 
pulley. (Pro16-Pro18: Run the v-belt through the fan.)
6. Remove the v-belt from the upper belt groove N 
on the engine belt pulley.
7. Replace the v-belt and assemble in the reverse 
order.
ADJUSTING GEAR POSITIONS 
(Classic)
If the gear positions do not agree with the mar-
kings on the instrument panel the gear control ca-
ble can be adjusted at the elbow links P on the ca-
ble (fig 24).
ADJUSTING CLUTCH (Classic)
The clutch cable should be adjusted so that there is 
a play of about 10 mm on th clutch pedal. The 
clearance is adjusted with the cable adjusters Q on 
the clutch cable (fig 24). 
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE PEDAL 
(President - Pro16 - Pro18) 
When the transmission is in neutral (the machine is 
stationary) the drive pedal should be adjusted in 
such a way that the gap between the front part of 
the pedal and the floor plate is 85 - 90 mm, and the 
gap between the rear part of the pedal and the floor 
plate is 50 - 55 mm (see fig 27).
You can adjust the position of the pedal in both 
ends of the cable:
1. Slacken the elbow link R at the drive pedal and/
or at the transmission unit (figs 25 - 26).
2. Adjust the position of the drive pedal by screw-
ing the elbow link out or in on the cable.
3. Then screw the elbow link securely into position 
again at the drive pedal/transmission unit.
PEDAL STOP
It is important that the pedal stop is adjusted cor-
rectly after the cable is replaced or adjusted. If it is 
not, the transmission can be seriously damaged.
1. Screw the pedal stop S down as far as it can go 
(fig 27).
2. Then press the front part of the drive pedal until 
it resists (= end position of transmission).
3. Then release the front part of the drive pedal by 
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er side.
5. Tighten the pedal stop locking nut.
The forward movement of the drive 
pedal must not be restricted by the end 
position of the transmission, otherwise 
serious damage may arise.
6. Then adjust the pedal stop under the rear part of 
the drive pedal. The backward movement of the 
drive pedal should be about half the forward move-
ment.
STEERING CABLES (Classic - 
President)
After the machine has been in operation for a few 
hours the steering cables should be adjusted.
Put the machine in the straight ahead position.
Tension the steering cables by tightening up the 
nuts at T. The screws in the ends of the cables 
should be held firmly during adjustment. Use an 
adjustable wrench or similar for the purpose, in-
serting it in the key handles in the ends of the 
screws (fig 28).
Adjust both cables so that the distance between the 
pulley at U and the chain is the same on both sides 
of the machine.
Tension the cables until they are no longer slack.
Once adjustment is complete, turn the steering 
wheel as far as it will go in either direction. Check 
that the chain does not come in contact with the 
pulley, and that the cables do not become entan-
gled with the steering pinions. 
ADJUSTING STEERING CHAIN 
(Pro16 - Pro18)
The steering chain must be adjusted after every 50 
hours of use.
Put the machine in a straight on position.
Tension the steering chain by tightening the nuts T 
(fig 33). Adjust until all play is removed.
Do not over-tighten the steering chain. This will 
cause the steering to become heavy and increase 
wear on the steering chain.
ADJUSTING THE BRAKE
Do not adjust the brake so hard that it locks when 
the brake pedal is not pressed and while the ma-
chine is in operation.Classic:
Adjust the brake cable on the cable adjusters V so 
that the brake arm is about 1 mm from the stop 
when the brake pedal is in the released position 
(figs 24 and 29 - 30).
Slacken the lock nut and screw in the adjusting nut 
X (fig 30). Tighten the lock nut.
President:
Adjust the brake cable to allow about 10 mm play 
in the brake pedal. Adjust the play by means of the 
cable adjusters Y (figs 25 and 31).
After adjustment, make sure the clutch 
is always activated before the brake. 
If it is not, adjust the separate clutch cable W (fig 
25).
Pro16-Pro18:
Adjust the combined brake/clutch cable to allow 
about 10 mm play in the brake pedal. Adjust the 
play by means of the cable adjusters Y (fig 26).
When adjusting, make sure the cables 
clutch function is always actived before 
the brake function.
Then adjust the brake drum with the help of the ad-
justing nut Z (fig 32). 
STIGA reserves the right to make changes in the product 
without prior notice.  
						

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ENGLISHGB
EC - DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY
Model: Park
Type: P401
Art. no.: 13-1258, 13-1358, 13-1458, 13-1818,
13-1442, 13-1443, 13-1446, 13-1448
Serial no.: See machine
Manufact.: STIGA AB, P.O. Box 1006,
S-573 28 Tranås, Sweden
Product: Lawn mower with combustion engine
This product complies with the following:
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC
- Machine Directives 89/392/EEC, 91/386/EEC and 
93/44/EEC with particular reference to Annex 1 in
the Directive concerning essential health and safety
requirements in connection with construction and
manufacture.
Place: Tranås, 1th January, 1998
Signature:
Production Manager