Lawn Tractor 8211 0276 06 Stiga Park Pro20 Pro16 Royal President Comfort Operators Manual

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GENERAL
This symbol indicates WARNING. 
Personal injury and/or damage to 
property may result if the instructions 
are not followed carefully.
You must read these instructions for use 
and the accompanying pamphlet 
“SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” 
carefully, before starting up the 
machine.
SYMBOLSThe following symbols appear on the machine. 
They are there to remind you of the care and 
attention required in use.
This is what the symbols mean:
Warning!
Read the instruction manual and the safety...

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5. DRIVE PEDALA pedal that activates the variable transmission.
1. Depress the pedal with the 
ball of your foot – the machine 
moves forwards.
2. No load on the pedal – the 
machine is stationary.
3. Depress the pedal with your 
heel – the machine reverses.
The drive pedal regulates the speed. The more 
pressure applied, the faster the machine will move.
6. ADJUSTABLE STEERING WHEELThe height of the steering wheel is infinitely 
adjustable. Undo the adjustment knob on the 
steering column...

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2. Lever in backward position - 
differential inhibitor engaged. Works for 
both forward and reverse drive.
The differential inhibitor is of greatest use 
when the rear wheels are unevenly loaded. For 
example when turning sharp corners where the 
inner rear wheel bears a lesser load.
When driving during the winter on slippery 
surfaces, the drive capacity is improved if snow 
chains are not used.
When the differential inhibitor is engaged, the 
steering is heavy. Avoid turning the steering...

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5. Grass and leaf transport
Using dump cart 13-1979 (Standard), 13-1988 
(Maxi) or 13-1992 (Combi).
6. Sand spreading
Using sand spreader 13-1975. Can also be used 
for spreading salt. Snow chains 13-0936 (16“) 
13-0937 (17“) and frame weights 13-0923 
recommended.
7. Weeding on gravel paths
Using front mounted hoe 13-1944 and rear-
mounted rake 13-1969.
8. Lawn edge trimming
Using edge trimmer 13-0905.
9. Moss scarification
Using moss scarifier 13-1984.
The maximum vertical load on the...

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CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION 
OIL LEVEL
The transmission is filled with SAE 10W-40 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.
Read off the oil level in the reservoir (fig. 23). It 
should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks. 
If necessary, top up with more oil. Use oil SAE 
10W-40 (20W-50).
SAFETY SYSTEMThis machine is equipped with a safety system that 
consists of:...

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CATALYTIC CONVERTER 
(Pro20 Cat)
The catalytic converter gets very hot during 
operation. The heat remains for a long time after 
the engine has been stopped. Be aware of the fire 
risk.
Do not park in close proximity to 
inflammable objects. Do not cover the 
machine until the catalytic converter 
has cooled down.
STEERING AID (Pro20)Built-in function in order to facilitate steering. The 
operator only has to turn the steering wheel gently. 
A hydraulic torque amplifier creates the...

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ENGINE OIL 
(President - Comfort - Pro16 - Pro20)
Change the oil for the first time after 5 hours 
running, and then after every 50 hours running or 
once a season. Change oil when the engine is 
warm.
Always use a good grade of oil (service grade SF, 
SG or SH).
Change the oil more often (after 25 hours of 
operation or at least once a season) if the engine 
has to operate under demanding conditions or if 
the ambient temperature is high.
The engine oil may be very hot if it is 
drained off...

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3a. Pro 16, Pro 20:
Wash the pre-filter in liquid detergent and water. 
Squeeze dry. Pour a little oil on the filter and 
squeeze in the oil.
3b. President, Comfort:
Replace the pre-filter once a year or after every 25 
hours of operation, whichever comes first.
4. Clean the paper filter insert as follows: Knock it 
lightly against a flat surface. If the filter is very 
dirty, change it.
5. Assemble in the reverse order.
Petroleum-based solvents such as kerosene may 
not be used for cleaning...

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Pro16-Pro20:
Lubricate the steering chains with chain spray a 
couple of times per season. If the steering chains 
are really dirty, dismantle them, wash them and 
then grease them once more.
Comfort-President-Royal:
The front wheel hub has grease nipples that should 
be lubricated after every 50 hours of operation (fig. 
24).
Apply universal grease to all the plastic bearings a 
couple of times per season. 
Apply a coating of engine oil to the tension arm 
joints a couple of times each...

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GÉNÉRALITÉS
Ce symbole signifie ATTENTION : 
risque de blessure ou de dégât matériel 
en cas de non-respect des instructions.
Avant de démarrer la machine, lire 
attentivement les instructions ainsi que 
les consignes contenues dans le fascicule 
« RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ » ci-joint. 
SYMBOLESLes symboles suivants figurent sur la machine. Ils 
attirent votre attention sur les dangers d’utilisation 
et les mesures à respecter.
Explication des symboles :
Attention !
Lire le mode d’emploi et le...