Stiga Lawn Mower 8211-3500-02 12,5 12,5 HST Instruction Manual

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LUFTFILTER
Wichtig! Niemals den Motor laufen lassen, wenn 
der Luftfilter nicht montiert ist.
Der Vorfilter I ist alle 3 Monate oder alle 25 Be-
triebsstunden zu reinigen (Abb 17).
Den Papierfilter J jährlich oder alle 100 Betriebs-
stunden reinigen (Abb 17).
Achtung! Der Luftfilter ist öfter zu reinigen, wenn 
der Boden staubig ist.
1. Schutzabdeckung, danach Schaumstoff-Filter 
abnehmen. 
2. Vorfilter in Wasser (mit Geschirrspülmittel) wa-
schen. Gut ausdrücken. Etwas Öl auf das Filter 
träufeln und einkneten.
3. Haltemutter des Papierfilter-Einsatzes abdre-
hen. Einsatz herausnehmen. Filtergehäuse sorgfäl-
tig reinigen. Zu beachten! Kein Schmutz darf in 
den Vergaser gelangen!
4. Papierfilter wie folgt reinigen: Leicht gegen eine 
flache Unterlage stoßen. Falls Filter stark ver-
schmutzt: Auswechseln.
5. Filtereinheit wieder zusammensetzen (umge-
kehrte Reihenfolge!).
Zum Reinigen des Papierfilters keine Lösungsmit-
tel auf Mineralölbasis (z.B. Petroleum) verwen-
den, weil diese Papier zersetzen. Auch Einölen ist 
nicht zulässig!
Zum Reinigen des Papierfilters keine Druckluft 
verwenden! 
KÜHLLUFTEINLASS
Der Motor ist luftgekühlt. Verstopftes Kühlsystem 
schadet dem Motor. Der Motor soll mindestens 
einmal im Jahr oder nach jeder 100. Arbeitsstunde 
gereinigt werden.
Die Lüfterhaube abnehmen. Die Kühlflansche des 
Zylinders den Lüfter und das rotierende Schutzgit-
ter reinigen (Abb 18). Beim Mähen von trockenem 
Gras häufiger reinigen. 
ZÜNDKERZE
Ölige und verrußte Zündkerze mit verbrannten 
Elektroden bewirkt schweres Anlassen des Mo-
tors.
Die Zündkerze mit einer Metallbürste (nicht mit 
Sandstrahlung) reinigen und die Elektroden wie-der auf einen Abstand von 0.75 mm einstellen. 
Die Zündkerze austauschen, wenn die Elektroden 
zu stark verbrannt sind. Zum Zündkerzenaus-
tausch befinden sich im Zubehörbeutel die Zünd-
kerzenhülse AC und der Drehstift AD.
Der Motorhersteller empfehlt: Champion J19LM. 
VERGASER
Der Vergaser ist ab Fabrik korrekt eingestellt und 
ist normalerweise wartungsfrei.
Ist eine Einstellung des Vergasers notwendig, bitte 
mit einer Kundendienstwerkstatt Kontakt aufneh-
men.
EINSTELLEN DES NEBENAN-
TRIEBS
Wenn der Keilriemen für die Doppelriemenschei-
be bei eingeschaltetem Nebenantrieb rutscht, kann 
der Keilriemen durch Einschrauben der Mutter K 
an der Nebenantriebsstange gespannt werden (Abb 
19). 
AUSWECHSELN VON KEILRIEMEN
Für die Maschine nur Originalriemen anwenden, 
weil sie genau passen und am längsten halten.
Zum Auswechseln von Keilriemen die eine Seite 
der Maschine hochheben (der Vergaser soll auf-
wärts gerichtet sein). Eine Kiste o.dgl. unter das 
Vorderrad stellen. Nicht vergessen das andere Vor-
derrad zu blockieren, damit die Maschine nicht 
rollen kann. Die Hinterräder zu schwingender 
Lage drehen.
BEACHTE! Wenn die Maschine mehr als 45° ge-
neigt werden soll, muß die Batterie entfernt wer-
den.
TREIBRIEMEN MOTOR - DOPPELRIE-
MENSCHEIBE
1. Den Riemenbügel L an der Motorriemenscheibe 
lösen und zur Seite drehen (Abb 20).
2. Die Riemenführung M an der Doppelriemen-
scheibe losschrauben und entfernen. 
3. Die Riemenführung N auf der Nebenantriebs-
spannrolle losschrauben und entfernen.
4. Den Keilriemen entfernen.
5. Den neuen Keilriemen auf seinen Platz legen. In 
umgekehrter Reihenfolge wieder zusammenmon-
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6. Der Riemenbügel L an der Motorriemenscheibe 
soll bei gespanntem Keilriemen 3 - 5 mm vom 
Keilriemen entfernt sein.
TREIBRIEMEN MOTOR - GETRIEBE
1. Den Riemenbügel L an der Motorriemenscheibe 
lösen und ihn zur Seite drehen (Abb 20).
2. Den unteren Keilriemen abheben.
3. Die Spannrolle O am Kupplungsarm losschrau-
ben.
4. Den Keilriemen entfernen.
5. Den neuen Keilriemen auf seinen Platz legen. In 
umgekehrter Reihenfolge zusammenmontieren. 
Das Montieren geht leichter, wenn das Pedal nie-
dergedrückt ist.
6. Die Kupplungsstange einstellen (siehe “Einstel-
lung der Kupplung”)
7. Der Riemenbügel L an der Motorriemenscheibe 
soll bei gespanntem (unterem) Keilriemen 3-5 mm 
vom Keilriemen entfernt sein. 
EINSTELLEN DER KETTE
12,5:
Wenn die Kette zu schlaff ist, kann sie durch Nie-
derschrauben der Mutter P auf der Spannschraube 
gestrafft werden. Die Kette nicht zu straff spannen 
(Abb 21A). 
12,5 HST:
Wenn die Kette zu schlaff ist, kann sie durch Lösen 
der Schraube P gestrafft werden. Kettenrad nach 
unten drücken, um die Kette zu spannen. Anschlie-
ßend Schraube wieder fest anziehen. Kette nicht zu 
straff spannen (Abb 21B).
EINSTELLEN DER KUPPLUNG
Die Kupplungsstange so einstellen, daß am Kupp-
lungspedal ein Spiel von 5 - 10 mm besteht.
Das Spiel am Pedal wird mit den Muttern Q einge-
stellt. Durch Einschrauben der Muttern auf der 
Kupplungsstange erhöht sich das Spiel am Kupp-
lungspedal (Abb 22). 
EINSTELLEN DES LENKDRAHT-
ZUGES
Nach einigen Fahrstunden soll der Lenkdrahtzug 
eingestellt werden.
Den Lenkdrahtzug durch Einwärtsschrauben der 
Mutter R spannen (Abb 23). WICHTIG! Das “Schraubende” des Lenkdrahtzuges während der 
Feineinstellung gut festhalten: mit einem Univer-
salschraubenschlüssels (Engländer) oder derglei-
chen an der Schlüsselraute des “Schraubendes”.
Den Lenkdrahtzug so lange justieren, bis alles 
Spiel verschwindet. 
AUSWECHSELN DES LENKDRAHT-
ZUGES
Der Lenkdrahtzug ist ein Verschleißteil, das bei 
Bedarf ausgewechselt werden muß.
1. Den defekten Lenkdrahtzug ausbauen.
2. Das “Mutterende” des Lenkdrahtzuges mit 
Schraube S befestigen. Die Schraube nicht ganz 
festziehen (Abb 23).
3. Den Lenkdrahtzug in die Nut auf der Umführ-
scheibe und auf die Seilrollen T und U legen.
4. Den Lenkdrahtzug anderthalb Umdrehungen 
entgegengesetzt zum Uhrzeigersinn auf der inne-
ren Hälfte der Umführrolle (bis vor das Loch in der 
Umführrolle) aufrollen.
5. Den festgenieteten Zapfen in das Loch der Um-
führrolle drücken.
6. Den Lenkdrahtzug nochmals anderthalb Umdre-
hungen entgegengesetzt zum Uhrzeigersinn auf 
der äußeren Hälfte der Umführrolle (oderhalb des 
Loches in der Umführrolle) aufrollen.
7. Den Lenkdrahtzug auf die Seilrollen V und X le-
gen.
8. Den Lenkdrahtzug in die Nut auf der Umführ-
scheibe legen und sein “Schraubende” durch das 
Loch in dem angeschweißten Stutzen auf der Um-
führscheibe ziehen.
9. Die Feder auf das Schraubende montieren und 
mit Unterlegscheibe und Mutter R befestigen. 
10. Die Seilhalterungen gemäß Abbildung anbrin-
gen und Schrauben festziehen.
11. Schraube S festziehen.
12. Den Lenkdrahtzug durch Einwärtsschrauben 
der Mutter R spannen. WICHTIG! Das “Schraube-
nende” des Lenkdrahtzuges während der Feinein-
stellung gut festhalten: mit einem 
Universalschraubenschlüssel (Engländer) oder 
dergleichen an der Schlüsselraute des “Schrauben-
des”. Den Lenkdrahtzug so lange justieren, bis al-
les Spiel verschwindet, den Lenkdrahtzug 
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13. Nach einigen Fahrstunden ist der Drahtzug er-
neut zu justieren
14. Den Lenkdrahtzug nicht zu stark spannen. Dies 
kann unnötigen Verschleiß von Lenkdrahtzug, 
Seilrollen usw. verursachen. 
EINSTELLEN DER NEUTRALLAGE 
(12,5 HST)
Bewegt sich (“kriecht”) der Mäher, wenn der 
Fahrthebel in der gekennzeichneten Neutrallage 
ist, sind Nacheinstellungen vorzunehmen.
1. Motor anlassen und im Leerlauf laufen lassen.
2. Das Auskupplungspedal darf nicht durchge-
drückt sein. (Eine Person muß sich auf dem Sitz 
befinden, ansonsten bleibt der Motor stehen).
3. Schrauben Y leicht lösen (Abb 24).
4. Fahrthebel in die Neutrallage führen. Dann 
gleichzeitig Sperrplatte und Fahrthebel vorsichtig 
nach vorn oder hinten führen, bis der Mäher ganz 
still steht.
5. Schrauben Y wieder festziehen.
An der hinteren Schraube sitzt ein exzentrisches 
Distanzstück. Durch Drehen dieses Distanzstückes 
kann eingestellt werden, wie weit der Fahrthebel 
nach hinten geführt werden kann, d. h. hier wird 
die Spitzengeschwindigkeit beim Rückwärtsfah-
ren eingestellt.
Die Geschwindigkeit zum Rückwärtsfahren kann 
in Intervallen von 6 - 10 km/h eingestellt werden.
Die Geschwindigkeit zum Rückwärts-
fahren nicht höher als nötig einstellen. 
Die Maschine läßt sich sonst schwer 
kontrollieren.
EINSTELLEN DES FAHRTHEBELS 
(12,5 HST)
Die Trägheit des Fahrthebels wird durch Fest- oder 
Losschrauben der Sicherungsmutter Z eingestellt 
(Abb 25).
Wird die Tempomatfunktion gewünscht, Mutter 
festschrauben. Der Fahrthebel bleibt dann in der 
eingestellten Stellung stehen, wenn er losgelassen 
wird. Bei dieser Einstellung braucht der Bediener 
mehr Kraft, um den Fahrthebel zu bewegen.
Wird die Mutter losgeschraubt, läßt sich der Fahrt-
hebel leichter bedienen. Evtl. muß der Hebel je-
doch stets festgehalten werden.Stellen Sie die Trägheit so ein, wie Ihr persönlicher 
Fahrstil und der Rasentyp es erfordern.
EINSTELLUNG DER BREMSE 
(12,5)
Das Gerät ist mit Scheibenbremse am Getriebeka-
sten ausgestattet.
Wenn bei Niedertreten des Pedals ungenügende 
Bremswirkung erzielt wird, wie folgt verfahren:
Einstellmutter A einwärts schrauben (Abb 26).
WICHTIG! Die Bremse darf nicht anliegen, wenn 
das Pedal sich in Freilage befindet.
Nach dem Einstellen überprüfen, daß die Kupp-
lung immer vor der Bremse aktiviert ist. 
						

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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:
Warning!
Read the instruction book and safety man-
ual before using the machine.
Warning!
Beware of objects being flung out. Keep 
spectators away.
Warning!
Always use hearing protectors (earplugs 
or muffs).
Warning!
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-
der ASSEMBLY have been completed.
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
AN 1 Control knob (12,5 HST)
AP 1 Tow bar 
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.
CONTROL KNOB (12,5 HST)
Press home the control knob AN onto the drive le-
ver (fig 5).
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).
Fit the steering wheel on the steering column using 
locating pin AK (fig 6).
TOW BAR
#1: Attach the tow bar AP under the muffler. Use 
the screw that already holds the muffler (fig 27).
#2: Screw the drawing plate K into the two holes 
on the underside of the bumper using screws L and 
nuts M (fig 27). Tighten the screws properly. 
						

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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).
Lift off the engine casing diagonally upwards/ back-
wards.
Before use - fit the black engine cover onto the en-
gine casing.
Do not use the machine without first fit-
ting the engine casing, otherwise there is 
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. 
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, they 
should be cleaned. Clean the battery terminals with 
a wire brush and grease them.
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)
Rear tyres: 1,2 bar (17 psi)
ACCESSORIES
Refer to separate assembly instructions enclosed 
with each accessory for fitment of mowing unit/ac-
cessory. 
CONTROLS
Item 1 - 12, see figures 9 - 10.
1. IMPLEMENT RAISING LEVER
A lever for raising front-mounted accessories to 
the transport position.
2. SERVICE BRAKE/CLUTCH (12,5)
A pedal that combines both the service brake and 
clutch. There are three positions: 
						

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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. 
3. FREEWHEEL CLUTCH PEDAL 
(12,5 HST)
Foot pedal for disengaging the transmission. Two 
positions:
1. Pedal released - forward 
drive engaged. The machine 
will start off if the drive lever is 
moved. The parking brake can-
not be activated.
2. Pedal fully depressed - for-
ward drive disengaged. The 
parking brake can be activated.
The pedal is not a service brake. Do not 
use the pedal during operation, only 
when parking or starting.
Service brake - see pt. 9 “DRIVE LEVER” below.
4. PARKING BRAKE
Lever for operating the mechanical parking brake.
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 (12,5)
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 quite 
stationary 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. 
9. DRIVE LEVER/SERVICE BRAKE 
(12,5 HST)
Hand operated lever which controls the continu-
ously variable transmission. The lever has three 
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1. Drive
Controls the machine’s direction of travel 
and speed. Move the lever forward (F) - 
the machine moves forward. The further 
forward the lever is pushed, the faster the 
machine moves.
Lever in the marked neutral position (N) - 
the machine stands still. (If not, see “AD-
JUSTING THE NEUTRAL POSITION” 
below).
Move the lever first outward and then 
backward from the neutral position (R) - 
the machine will reverse.
2. Cruise control
Inertia in the lever allows it to be released in any 
position. The lever will not move and the machine 
maintains the speed set. (Lever inertia can be ad-
justed, see “ADJUSTING THE DRIVE LEVER” 
below).
3. Service brake.
To brake while the machine is in forward motion - 
move the lever slowly back to the neutral position.
To brake while the machine is reversing - move the 
lever slowly forward to the neutral position.
Do not use the foot pedal to brake while 
in motion. The foot pedal disengages 
the transmission, which means that 
braking effect is lost completely.
10. DISENGAGEMENT LEVER 
(12,5 HST)
Lever for disengaging the continuously variable 
transmission. Allows the machine to be moved by 
hand without using the engine. The machine must 
not be towed behind a vehicle.
1. Lever back - transmission 
engaged for normal use.
2. Lever forward - transmission 
disengaged. The machine can 
be moved by hand.
When the disengagement lever is in the 
forward position, the drive lever brak-
ing function is deactivated. The ma-
chine has no brakes.
This must be taken into account if the machine is 
to be rolled by hand down from, for example, a 
trailer or ramp.
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
The machine may only be used for the following 
tasks using the accessories stated:
1. Mowing
Using mower deck 85M or 102M.
2. Sweeping
Using brush unit. Use of dust guard is 
recommended.
3. Snow clearance
Using snow blade. Snow chains and wheel
weights are recommended.
4. Grass clipping and leaf collection
Using towed collector 30 or 42.
5. Grass and leaf transport
Using load trailer.
STOP
START 
						

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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).
CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION 
OIL LEVEL (12,5 HST)
On delivery the transmission is filled with SAE 
20W-50 oil.
Check that the oil level is correct each time the 
machine is used. The machine must be standing 
level.
Read off the oil level on the reservoir. The level must be at the same height as the level indicator 
(fig 12). Top up the oil if necessary. Use oil of type 
SAE 20W-50 (service class SE, SF or SG).
Cleanliness is essential when handling 
transmission oil. Dirt particles must be 
kept out of the system. Dirt can destroy 
the transmission.
The reservoir has an integrated oil filter which re-
moves larger particles from the oil. The filter does 
not need replacing.
SAFETY SYSTEM 
This machine is equipped with a safety system that 
consists of: 
- a switch on the gear box (12,5)
- a switch on the transmission tension arm 
(12,5 HST)
- 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 (12,5)
- freewheel clutch pedal fully depressed 
(12,5 HST)
- 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 (12,5)
- start the engine, sit on the seat, lift your weight
off the seat - the engine must stop (12,5 HST).
- 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.
- start the engine, sit on the seat, depress the foot
pedal, activate the parking brake and dismount
from the machine - the engine should not stop
(12,5 HST).
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 13). 
						

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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. 12,5:
Put the gear lever in neutral.
4b. 12,5 HST:
Put the drive lever into 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-
gine 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 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 
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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 14). 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: 1,4 Litres.
Oil type summer: SAE-30
(SAE 10W-30 can also be used. However, oil con-
sumption can 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
(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.
CHANGING THE TRANSMISSION 
OIL (12,5 HST)
The transmission oil does not normally require 
changing.
AIR BLEEDING (12,5 HST)
When the machine is new, there may be air pockets 
in the transmission oil. The oil looks as if it con-
tains “foam”.
This normally causes the machine to run slowly 
and lack power.
1. Push the disengagement lever to the forward po-
sition.
2. With the engine running and the freewheel 
clutch pedal released, move the drive lever for-
ward and hold it in the forward position for 5 sec.
3. Then move the drive lever to the reverse posi-tion and hold it there for 5 sec.
4. Repeat the procedure 4 - 5 times.
LUBRICATION
The machine has three grease nipples G on the rear 
axle which are lubricated with universal grease 
every 25 hours running (fig 15 - 16).
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 
21).
The gearbox (12,5) 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 17).
Clean the paper filter insert J once a year or after 
every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes 
first (fig 17).
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,