Stiga Lawn Mower Multiclip 48, 48E, PRO 48, 51 S, 51 SE, Pro 51 S Instruction Manual

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DANSK ................................. 13
NORSK ................................. 19
DEUTSCH ............................ 25
ENGLISH .............................. 31
FRANÇAIS ............................ 37
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ITALIANO .............................. 49
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PORTUGUÊS ....................... 61
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ÖVRIGT
NORDISK
MILJÖMÄRKNING
MULTICLIP PRO 48
11-8396
MULTICLIP PRO 51 S
11-8796
Denna maskin
uppfyller kraven
enligt Nordisk
Miljömärkning
av gräsklippare
version 3.
* Produktgrupp
C
1: Maskiner avsedda att
användas i yrkesmässigt
bruk. Slagvolym mindre
än 225 cm
3.
För att undvika spill vid
tankning rekommenderar
vi att Stigas bensindunk
används. Den finns hos
auktoriserade Stiga åter-
försäljare och har artikel-
nummret 9500-9934-01.
När maskinen behöver
bytas ut, eller inte längre
behövs, rekommenderar
vi att maskinen lämnas
tillbaka till Er återförsäl-
jare för återvinning.
Materialdeklaration
Följande material ingår
bl.a i produkten:
Material Viktprocent
Stål 40%
Aluminium 44%
Gummi 3%
ABS 2%
PP < 2%
POM < 2%
Mässing < 2%
Maskinen är lackerad
med polyesterbaserad
pulverlack. Motorblocket
är gjutet i aluminium.
SE
340005
MUUTA
POHJOISMAINEN
YMPÄRISTÖMERKKI
MULTICLIP PRO 48
11-8396
MULTICLIP PRO 51 S
11-8796
Tämä kone täyttää
Pohjoismaisen
Ympäristömerkin
ruohonleikkureille
asetetut vaatimuk-
set, versio 3.
* Tuoteryhmä
C
1: Ruohonleikkurit on
tarkoitettu ammattimai-
seen käyttöön. Iskuti-
lavuus alle 225 cm
3.
Polttonesteen roiskumi-
sen välttämiseksi suositt-
telemme Stigan poltto-
nestesäiliötä. Niitä on
saatavana valtuutetuilta
Stiga-jälleenmyyjiltä osa-
numerolla 9500-9934-01.
Kun kone on usean vuo-
den käytön jälkeen vaih-
dettava uudempaan tai
sitä ei enää tarvita suo-
sittelemme, että toimitat
sen jälleenmyyjällesi kierr-
rätystä varten.
Materiaaliselostus
Tuotteessa on käytetty mm.
seuraavia materiaaleja:
Materiaali   Painoprosentti
Te räs 40%
Alumiini 44%
Kumi 3%
ABS 2%
PP < 2%
POM < 2%
Messinki < 2%
Kone on maalattu poly-
esteripohjaisella jauhe-
maalilla. Moottorinrunko
on valualumiinia.
FI
340005
ØVRIGT
NORDISK
MILJØMÆRKNING
MULTICLIP PRO 48
11-8396
MULTICLIP PRO 51 S
11-8796
Denne maskine
overholder kravene
for plæneklippere
som bestemt af
Nordisk Miljømærk-
ning version 3.
* Produktgruppe
C
1: Maskiner produceret
til professionel brug.
Slagvolumen mindre end
225 cm
3.
For at undgå spild ved
tankning anbefaler vi, at
Stigas benzindunk anven-
des. Den kan fås hos
autoriserede Stiga-for-
handlere og har varenum-
mer 9500-9934-01.
Når maskinen skal udskif-
tes - eller der ikke længe-
re er behov for den - an-
befaler vi, at den leveres
tilbage til forhandleren til
genbrug.
Materialedeklaration
I produktet indgår bl.a.
følgende materialer:
Materiale 
VægtprocentStål 40%
Aluminium 44%
Gummi 3%
ABS 2%
PP < 2%
POM < 2%
Messing < 2%
Maskinen er lakeret med
polyesterbaseret
pulverlak. Motorblokken
er støbt i aluminium.
DA
340005
ØVRIG
NORDISK
MILJØMERKING
MULTICLIP PRO 48
11-8396
MULTICLIP PRO 51 S
11-8796
Denne maskinen
oppfyller kravene
iht. Nordisk
Miljømerking av
gressklipper ver-
sjon version 3.
* Produktgruppe:
C
1: Maskiner beregnet for
yrkesmessig bruk.
Slagvolum mindre enn
225 cm
3.
For å unngå søl ved fyl-
ling av drivstoff, anbefaler
vi bruk av Stigas bensin-
kanne. Den er å få hos
autoriserte Stiga-forhand-
lere og har artikkelnum-
mer 9500-9934-01.
Når maskinen må skiftes
ut, eller ikke lenger blir
brukt, anbefaler vi at
maskinen returneres til
forhandleren for gjenvin-
ning.
Materialdeklarasjon
Produktene omfatter blant
annet følgende materialer:
Materiale Vektprosent
Stål 40%
Aluminium 44%
Gummi 3%
ABS 2%
PP < 2%
POM < 2%
Messing < 2%
Maskinen er lakkert med
polyesterbasert pulver-
lakk. Motorblokken er
støpt i aluminium.
NO
340005
Multiclip Multiclip
Pro 48 Pro 51 S
11-8396 11-8796
Ljudtrycksnivå vidÄänenpainetaso kuljetta- Lydtryksniveau ved Lydtrykksnivå ved
förarens öra jan korvan korkeudella førerens øre. førerens øre. LpA=78 dB(A) LpA=78 dB(A)
Produktgrupp* Tuoteryhmä* Produktgruppe* Produktgruppe* C1C1
Specifik Suhteellinen polt- Specifikt brændstof- Spesifikasjonerbränsleförbrukning tonesteen kulutus forbrug. drivstofforbruk. 354 g/kWh 354 g/kWh
Relativ Suhteellinen polt- Relativt brændstof- Relativt drivstoffor- medelhög/keskikorkea medelhög/keskikorkea
bränsleförbrukning tonesteen kulutus forbrug bruk middelhøj/middelshøy middelhøj/middelshøy       
						

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SAFETY REGULATIONS
1) Read the instructions carefully. Get familiar
with the controls and proper use of the equip-
ment. Learn how to stop the engine quickly.
2) Only use the lawnmower for the purpose for
which it was designed, i.e. for cutting grass. Any
other use can be hazardous, causing damage to
the machine.
3) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use the lawnmower. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
4) Never use the lawnmower:
– When people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
– If the operator has taken medicine or sub-
stances that can affect his ability to react and
concentrate.
5) Remember that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
1) While mowing, always wear sturdy footwear
and long trousers. Do not operate the equip-
ment when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equip-
ment is to be used and remove all objects which
may be thrown by the machine or damage the
cutter assembly and the engine (stones, sticks,
metal wire, bones, etc.) 
3) WARNING: DANGER! Engine fuel is highly
flammable:
– Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.
– Refuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do
not smoke while refuelling or whenever han-
dling the fuel.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never
remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while
the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
area of spillage and avoid creating any source
of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and the
vapour dispersed.
– Replace all fuel tanks and containers caps
securely.
4) Substitute faulty silencers.
5) Before use, always inspect the machine,
especially the condition of the blades, and
check that the screws and cutting assembly are
not worn or damaged. Replace worn or dam-
aged blades and screws in sets to preserve bal-
ance.
1) Do not operate the engine in a confined
C) OPERATION 
B) PREPARATION
A) TRAINING
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
3) If possible, avoid operating the equipment in
wet grass.
4) Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
5) Walk, never run and do not allow yourself to
be pulled along by the lawnmower.
6) Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.
7) Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
8) Do not mow on slopes of more than 20°.
9) Exercise extreme caution when pulling the
lawnmower towards you.
10)  Stop the blade if the lawnmower has to be
tilted for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting the
lawnmower to and from the area to be mowed.
11) Never operate the lawnmower with defec-
tive guards.
12) Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine.
13) On power-driven models, disengage the
drive clutch before starting the engine.
14) Start the engine carefully, following the
instructions and keeping feet well away from
the blade. 
15) Do not tilt the lawnmower when starting the
engine. Start the engine on a flat surface that is
free of obstacles and tall grass.
16) Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat-
ing parts.
17) Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while
the engine is running.
18) Stop the engine and disconnect the spark
plug wire:
– Before carrying out any work underneath the
cutting deck;
– Before checking, cleaning or working on
lawnmower;
– After striking a foreign object. Inspect the
lawnmower for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the lawnmower;
– If the lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormal-
ly (find and remove the cause of the vibration
immediately).
19) Stop the engine:
– Whenever you leave the lawnmower unat-
tended. Remove the key from models with elec-
tric starters.
– Before refuelling.
– Before adjusting the cutting heigh.
20) Reduce the throttle before turning off the
engine and turn the fuel off when you have fin-
ished mowing, following the instructions in the
engine handbook.
21) When mowing, always keep to a safe dis-
tance from the rotating blade. This distance is
the length of the handle.
1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
D) MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
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Regular maintenance is essential for safety and
performance.
2) Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where vapour may reach
a flame or a spark or a source of extreme heat.
3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in an
enclosed space.
4) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
exhaust silencer, battery compartment and fuel
storage area free of grass, leaves, or excessive
grease. Do not leave containers with grass cut-
tings in rooms.
5) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should
be done outdoors and when the engine is cool.
6) Wear strong work gloves when removing and
reassembling the blade.
7) Check the blade’s balance after sharpening.
8) For reasons of safety, do not use the equip-
ment with worn or damaged parts. Parts are to
be replaced and not repaired. Use genuine
spare parts (blades should always bear the
symbol  ). Parts that are not of the same qual-
ity can damage the equipment and be danger-
ous for your safety.
9) Whenever the machine is to be handled,
transported or tilted you must:
– wear strong working gloves;
– grasp the machine at the points that offer a
safe grip, taking account of the weight and its
distribution.
THE ENVIRONMENT
In order to protect the environment, we recom-
mend that the following points should be given
special consideration:
• Always use pure unleaded petrol. 
• Always use a funnel and/or a petrol can with a
level control to avoid spillage when refilling the
fuel tank.
• Do not fill the fuel tank completely.
• Do not overfill with engine and/or transmission
oil.
• When changing the oil, ensure that all the used
oil is collected. Avoid spillage. Take the used oil
to a recycling unit.
• Do not dispose of used oil filter in a rubbish bin.
Take it to a recycming unit.
• Do not dispose of used lead-acid batteries in a
rubbish bin. Take them to a battery collection
point for recycling (applies to battery-powered
machines and machines with battery start).
• Replace the silencer if faulty. When carrying out
repairs, always use original spare parts.
• If the machines was originally equipped with a
catalyser which is now faulty, a new one must
be fitted when the silencer is replaced.
• Always seek professional help when the carbu-
rettor requires adjustment.
• Clean the air filter according to the directions.
• When, after many years of service, your
machine needs to be replaced or is no longer
required, we recommended that the machine is
returned to your distributor for recycling.
PRODUCT IDENTITY
The identity of the product is determined by the
article and serial numbers of the machine.
These can be found on the label fixed to the chas-
sis of the machine:
Use this identification whenever you contact a
service workshop or buy replacement parts.
As soon as possible after buying the machine,
write the above numbers on the back page of this
booklet.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make
changes to the product without prior notice.
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IMPORTANT
For the instructions relative to the engine and
the battery, please read the relevant instruction
handbooks.
Equipment which is marked with an asterisk (*)
comes as standard in certain models or countries.
Certain models do not have throttle control. The
engine’s speed is set for optimal function and min-
imal exhaust emissions.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols can be found on the
machine to remind you of the care and attention
that are required during use.
The symbols mean:
Important: Read the instruction handbook
before using the 
Warning! Keep onlookers away. Beware of
objects being flung out.
Warning! Keep hands and feet clear of the
cutting deck when the machine is running.
Warning! Before starting any repair work,
remove the spark plug cable from the spark
plug.
Warning! Always tilt the lawnmower
backwards when cleaning the
underside. Petrol and oil can run out
if the lawnmower is tilted in the other direction.
INSTALLATION
HANDLE/BUMPER (*)
Press in the end plugs in the openings on the han-
dle. Place the handle on the cover so that the holes
in the handle are aligned with the holes in the cover. 
Thread through the carriage bolts from underneath
and secure with the locking nuts U. Press on the
nut caps V(fig 1).HANDLE, LOWER PART
Fold back and screw tight the lower part of the
handle using the screws A(fig. 2).
HANDLE, UPPER PART
Fit the upper part of the handlebar (fig. 3). The
height of the handlebar above the ground can be
adjusted within certain limits since the lower part is
provided with slotted holes at the rear (fig. 4).
If necessary the upper part can be turned to one
side to facilitate mowing close up to walls (fig. 5).
CABLE HOLDER
Secure the cables in the cable holders (fig. 6):
D:Start/Stop cable + Throttle cable (*)
E:Clutch cable (*) + Electric cable (*)
BATTERY (*)
The electrolyte in the battery is toxic and
corrosive. It can cause serious corrosion
damage etc. Avoid all contact with skin,
eyes and clothing.
Before starting for the first time the battery should
be charged for 24 hours, see further information
under the heading MAINTENANCE, BATTERY.
Insert ignition key (*) into the ignition lock.
USING THE MOWER 
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Place the lawnmower on flat, firm ground. Do
not start in long grass.
2. Make sure the spark plug cable is connected to
the spark plug.
3. Set the clutch control Mto   (fig. 7).
4. Press in the Start/Stop loop Gtowards the han-
dle. NOTE! The Start/Stop loop Gmust be kept
pressed in to prevent the engine stopping (fig.
8).
5a Manual start: Grasp the starter handle and start
the engine by pulling briskly on the starter cord.
5b Electric start (K*): Start the engine by turning
the ignition key clockwise. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts. Always make short
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attempts at starting in order to prevent dis-
charging the battery.
6. For the best mowing results, the engine should
always be driven at full throttle.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
The engine may be very warm immedi-
ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the
silencer, cylinder or cooling flanges. This
can cause burn injuries.
Type I
Release the Start/Stop loop G(fig. 8) to stop the
engine. 
Type II
Release the Start/Stop loop G(fig. 7) to stop the
engine. 
Disengage the drive. Set the clutch control Mto  
(fig. 7).
If the start/stop loop ceases to work,
stop the engine by removing the spark
plug cable from the spark plug.
Immediately take the lawn mower to an
authorised workshop for repair.
REAR WHEEL DRIVE (*)
Type I
Engage the drive by pressing the clutch loop J
towards the handle. Disengage the drive by releas-
ing the clutch loop J(fig. 8).
Type II
Engage the drive by moving the clutch control Mto
(fig. 7). Make sure the clutch control is always
moved fully either to one or the other position.
MOWING TIPS
Before mowing the lawn, take care to remove any
stones, toys and other hard objects.
A machine with the MULCHING system cuts the
grass, chops it finely and then blows it down into
the lawn. 
The grass clippings need not be collected.
The following rules should be observed to give thebest MULCHING effect:
1. Use a high engine speed (full throttle).
2. Do not mow when the grass is wet.
3. Do not cut the grass too short. Not more than
1/3rd of the length should be cut off.
4. Ensure that the area under the mower casing is
always kept clean.
5. Always use a well-sharpened blade.
CUTTING HEIGHT
Do not set the cutting height so low that
the blade(s) come into contact with
uneven ground.
The mower has single-lever control for adjusting
the cutting height. Pull the lever out, and set the
cutting height to one of the nine positions best
suited to your lawn (fig. 9).
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT – Regular, careful maintenance is
essential for keeping the safety level and origi-
nal performance of the machine unchanged in
time.
Wear strong working gloves during any cleaning,
maintenance or adjustment operation on the
machine.
Should it be necessary to access the lower part,
only tilt the machine from the side shown in the
engine handbook; following the relative instruc-
tions.
CLEANING
Carefully clean the machines with water after each
cut; remove the grass debris and mud accumulat-
ed inside the chassis to avoid their drying and thus
making the next start-up difficult.
The paintwork on the inside of the chassis may
peel off in time due to the abrasive action of the cut
grass; in this case, intervene promptly by touching
up the paintwork using a rustproof paint to prevent
the formation of rust that would lead to corrosion of
the metal.
Remove the transmission casing by removing the
screws S(fig. 10) and clean around the transmis-
sion (*) and drive belts (*) with a brush or com-
pressed air once or twice a year.
Once every season, the drive wheels (*) should be
cleaned internally. Remove both wheels. Clean the
gear wheel and the wheel gear rim of grass and dirt
using a brush or compressed air (fig. 11). 
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LUBRICATING DRIVE SHAFT (*)
Once per season, the wedge on the drive shaft
should be greased. Remove the wheel (wheel cap,
screw and washer). Then remove the circlip and
washer so that the gear wheel can be removed
from the shaft. Lubricate the wedge with universal
grease.
Reinstall the wedge (the wedge is installed differ-
ently on the right and left side, fig. 12-13). Install
the gear wheel so that the «L» faces out on the left
side and the «R» faces out on the right side
(machine viewed from the rear).
BATTERY (*)
In normal use during the season, the battery is
charged by the engine. If the engine cannot be
started with the ignition key, it may be because the
battery is dead.
Connect the battery charger (provided) to the bat-
tery, then connect the charger to a wall socket and
charge for 24 hours (fig. 14).
The battery charger may not be connected directly
to the engine terminal. It is not possible to start the
engine with the charger as the power source and
the charger could be damaged.
WINTER STORAGE
Remove the battery and store it fully charged (see
above) in a dry, cool place (between 0°C and
+15°C). At least once during the winter storage
period, the battery should be maintenance-
charged.
Before the start of the season, the battery should
be charged once again for 24 hours.
ADJUSTING CLUTCH CABLE (*)
Type I
If the drive does not engage when the clutch loop
is pressed against the handle, or if the lawnmower
feels cumbersome or slow, this may be because
the clutch in the transmission is slipping. To rectify
this situation, adjust the clutch cable as follows
(with the engine off):
1. When the clutch loop is released, it should be
possible to push the mower backwards without
any resistance. If this is not the case, screw in
the nipple Tuntil the mower can be pushed (fig.
15).
2. When the clutch loop is pressed in approx. 2 cm
(position 1), there should be some resistancewhen pushing the lawnmower. With the clutch
loop fully pressed in (position 2) it should not be
possible to push the mower. Unscrew the nipple
T until this position is achieved.
Type II
Check the clutch function (fig. 16):
1. Push the mower forwards and backwards with
disengaged transmission.
2. Set the clutch control to the  position and
push the mower until the front wheels engage.
3. In this position, the spring H should be extend-
ed 6 mm from it’s unloaded position to provide
sufficient locking force in the transmission.
4. If the spring is not extended sufficiently, adjust
the wire nipple Iat the handlebar.
5. First loosen the locking nut Sand then adjust
the nipple I.
6. Set the clutch control to the  position and
check that the transmission is disengaged by
rolling the mower forwards and backwards.
ADJUSTING DRIVE BELT (*)
Check the belt tension regularly. The drive belt is
correctly adjusted when the shoulder bolt Kis cen-
tred in the front hole on the engine bracket (fig. 17).
Incorrect belt tension can bring about abnormal
vibrations in the handle (the belt is tensioned too
tightly) or the belt can start to slide (the belt is not
tensioned enough).
Adjust the drive belt as follows (fig. 17):
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug cable
from the spark plug. 
Dismantle the transmission casing. Undo the screw
L. Pull the transmission forwards so that the belt is
tensioned and tighten the screw L. 
The drive belt must be adjusted so that the shoul-
der bolt Kis centred in the front hole on the engine
bracket.
SHOCK-ABSORBER
Fig. 18. Check the shock-absorber and the insulat-
ing sleeves twice per season. Replace in the event
of damage or wear.
CHANGING BLADES
To replace the blade, undo the screw (fig. 19-20).
Fit the new blade so that the stamped logo is
turned up facing the blade holder (not facing the
grass).
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Reinstall as illustrated. Tighten the screw properly.
Tightening torque 40 Nm.
When replacing the blade, the blade screw should
also be replaced.
SHARPENING THE BLADES
Sharpening of the blades must be done by wet
method grinding, using a whetstone or a grind-
stone.
For safety reasons, the blades should not be
sharpened on an emery wheel. A very high temper-
ature could cause the blades to become brittle.
STORAGE
The same petrol must not remain in the tank for
more than one month.
Thoroughly clean the mower and store it indoors in
a dry place.
SERVICING
Genuine spare parts are supplied by service work-
shops and by many dealers.
We recommend that you take the machine to an
authorised service station for annual servicing,
maintenance and inspection of safety equipment.
For service and spare parts, please contact the
dealer where the machine was purchased.
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