Stiga Lawn Mower ROYAL, COMFORT, ELITE Instructions Manual

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Royal:Put the throttle control at full throttle. 
Starting cold engine – pull the choke control out 
fully. 
Starting warm engine – the choke control 
should be pressed in.
6.  Depress the clutch-brake pedal fully.
7.  Turn the ignition key and start the engine.
8 Comfort, Elite:
Once the engine has started, move the throttle 
control gradually to full throttle (approx. 2 cm 
behind the choke position) if the choke has been 
used. 
Royal:
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 
engine run for a few minutes first. This will al-
low the oil to warm up. 
When the machine is in operation, full throttle 
should always be used.
4.5 Operating tipsAlways check that there is the correct volume of 
oil in the engine. This is particularly important 
when operating on slopes. See 4.2. 
Be careful when driving on slopes. No 
sudden starting or stopping when driv-
ing up or down a slope. Never drive 
across a slope. Move from the top down 
or from the bottom to the top. 
The machine may not be driven on 
slopes greater than 10º in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when 
making sharp turns in order to retain 
control and reduce the risk of tipping 
over.
Do not turn the steering wheel to full 
lock when driving in top gear and at full 
throttle. The machine can easily topple 
over.
Keep hands and fingers well away from 
articulated steering joint and seat 
bracket. Risk of crushing injuries. Nev-
er drive with the engine casing open.
Never drive with the deck connected in 
the transport position. This will damage 
the deck’s drive belt.
Never drive with the deck connected in 
the transport position. This will damage 
the deck’s drive belt.
4.6 StopDisengage the power take-off. Apply the parking 
brake. 
Allow the engine to idle 1-2 mins. Stop the engine 
by turning 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, re-
move the spark plug cable(s) from the 
spark plug(s). 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 fins. This 
can cause burn injuries.
4.7 Cleaning
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the en-
gine, silencer, battery and fuel tank free 
from grass, leaves and oil.
To reduce the risk of fire, regularly 
check the machine for oil and/or fuel 
leakage. 
Clean the machine after each use. The following 
instructions apply for cleaning:
• When washing the machine with water under 
high pressure, do not point the jet directly at 
axle seals, electrical components or hydraulic 
valves.
• Do not spray water directly at the engine. 
• Clean the engine with a brush and/or com-
pressed air.
• Clean the engine’s cooling air intake 
5 MAINTENANCE
5.1 Service programmeIn order to keep the machine in good condition as 
regards reliability and operational safety as well as 
from an environmental perspective, STIGA’s Ser-
vice programme should be followed.
The contents of this programme can be found in 
the attached service log.
Basic service
 must always be carried out by an au-
thorised workshop.
First service and intermediate service
 should be 
carried out by an authorised workshop, but can 
also be carried out by the user. The content of this 
can be found in the service log and the actions are 
described under “4” as well as below.
Servicing carried out at an authorised workshop 
guarantees professional work using genuine spare 
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At each basic service and intermediate service car-
ried out at an authorised workshop, the service log 
is stamped. A service log presenting these services 
is a valuable document that improves the ma-
chine’s second-hand value.
5.2 PreparationAll service and all maintenance must be carried out 
on a stationary machine with the engine switched 
off.
Prevent the machine from rolling by al-
ways applying the parking brake.
Prevent unintentional starting of the 
engine by disconnecting the spark plug 
cable(s) from the spark plug(s) and re-
moving the ignition key. 
5.3 Tyre pressureAdjust the air pressure in the tyres as follows:
Front: 0.4 bar (6 psi).
Rear: 1.2 bar (17 psi). 
5.4 Changing engine oil, filter
5.4.1 Engine oil 
Change the engine oil as shown below. When op-
erating hours and months are both specified, the 
first to occur applies.
Change the oil more frequently if the engine has to 
operate under demanding conditions or if the am-
bient temperature is high.Use synthetic oil of ser-
vice grade SF or higher in accordance with the 
table below.
Use oil without any additives.
Do not fill with too much oil. This can cause the 
engine to overheat. 
Change oil when the engine is warm.The engine oil may be very hot 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. Comfort and Elite:
Oil drain plug.
Unscrew the oil drain plug (14).
Royal, Alt I:
Metal oil drain pipe.
Unscrew the oil drain plug from the end of the 
pipe (15). 
Royal, Alt II:
1. Attach the clamp on the oil drainage hose. 
Use a polygrip or similar. See fig. 15.
2. Move the clamp up 3-4 cm on the oil drainage 
hose and pull out the plug.
Collect the oil in a collection vessel. Then take 
the oil to a recycling station. Do not spill any oil 
on the drive belts.
2.  Screw in the oil drain plug. Make sure that the 
fibre gasket and the O-ring (15:Q) inside the 
plug are not damaged and that they are in the 
correct place.
Royal, Alt II:
Install the oil drainage plug and move the clamp 
back so that it clamps above the plug.
3. If the oil filter is to be replaced, see 5.4.2 below 
before continuing.
4.  Remove the dipstick and fill up with new oil.
Oil quantity, see table below.
5. After filling up the oil, start the engine and idle 
for 30 seconds. 
6. Check to see if there is any oil leakage.
7. Stop the engine. Wait for 30 seconds and then 
check the oil level in accordance with 4.2.
5.4.2 Oil filter (16)
The oil filter must be replaced during every second 
oil change, i.e. after 100 hours of operation. First 
drain the engine oil and install the oil drainage plug 
as described above. Then replace the oil filter 
(16:R) as follows:
1. Clean the area around the filter and dismantle 
the filter. MachineOil change
1st time Interval
Comfort, 
Elite5 hours of opera-
tion50 hours of oper-
ation
Royal 20 hours of oper-
ation or 1 month100 hours of 
operation or 6 
months
Use Oil
All temperatures SAE 10W-30
Below -18°C SAE 5W-30
Above 0°C SAE 30
MachineOil quantity
Without filter 
replacementWith filter 
replacement
Comfort, 
Elite1.4 l 1.7 l
Royal 0.9 l 1.05 l 
						

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2. Moisten the new filter’s gasket with oil.
3. Install the filter. First screw in the filter so that 
the gasket comes into contact with the engine.
4. Comfort, Elite
: Screw in the filter a further 1/2-
3/4 turn.
Royal
: Tighten the filter to 1.2 Nm.
5. Continue with point 4 in accordance with 5.4.1 
above.
5.5 Fuel filter (17:S)Replace the fuel filter every season. Check for fuel 
leaks once the new filter has been installed.
5.6 Belt transmissionsAfter 5 hours of operation, check that all the belts 
are intact and undamaged.
5.7 SteeringThe steering must be checked/adjusted after 5 
hours of operation and thereafter every 25 hours of 
operation.
5.7.1 Checks
Briefly turn the steering wheel back and forth. 
There must be no mechanical clearance in the 
steering.
5.7.2 Adjustment (18:T)
Adjust the steering cables if required as follows:
1. Put the machine in the straight-ahead position.
2. Adjust the steering cables with the two nuts, lo-
cated in front of the rear wheels (18:T).
NOTE! Secure the threaded part of the cable 
with a pipe wrench so that the cable cannot 
turn.
3. Adjust both nuts by the same amount until there 
is no clearance.
4. Test drive the machine straight forwards and 
check that the steering wheel is not off centre.
5. If the steering wheel is off centre, undo one nut 
and tighten the other.
Do not over-tighten the steering cables. This will 
cause the steering to become heavy and will in-
crease wear.
5.8 BatteryNever overcharge the battery. Over-
charging can damage the battery.
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.The battery is a valve-regulated battery with 12 V 
nominal voltage. The battery fluid does not need to 
and cannot be checked or topped up. The only 
maintenance that is required is charging, for exam-
ple after extended storage.
The battery must be fully charged be-
fore being used for the first time. The 
battery must always be stored fully 
charged. If the battery is stored while 
discharged, serious damage will occur. 
5.8.1 Charging with the engine
The battery can be charged using the engine’s gen-
erator as follows:
1. Install the battery in the machine as shown be-
low.
2. Place the machine outdoors or install an extrac-
tion device for the exhaust fumes.
3. Start the engine according to the instructions in 
the user guide.
4. Allow the engine to run continuously for 45 
minutes.
5. Stop the engine. The battery will now be fully 
charged.
5.8.2 Charging using battery charger
When charging using a battery charger, a battery 
charger with constant voltage must be used.
Contact your dealer to purchase a battery charger 
with constant voltage.
The battery can be damaged if a standard type 
battery charger is used. 
5.8.3 Removal/Installation
The battery is placed under the engine casing. See 
fig. 19. During removal/installation of the battery, 
the following applies regarding connection of the 
cables:
• During removal. First disconnect the black ca-
ble from the battery’s negative terminal (-). 
Then disconnect the red cable from the battery’s 
positive terminal (-).
• During installation. First connect the red cable 
to the battery’s positive terminal (+). Then con-
nect the black cable to the battery’s negative ter-
minal (-).
If the cables are disconnected/connect-
ed in the wrong order, there is a risk of 
a short-circuit and damage to the bat-
tery.
If the cables are interchanged, the gen-
erator and the battery will be damaged.
The engine must never be driven with 
the battery disconnected. There is a risk 
of serious damage to the generator and 
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5.8.4 Cleaning
If the battery terminals are coated with oxide, they 
should be cleaned. Clean the battery terminals with 
a wire brush and lubricate them with terminal 
grease.
5.9 Air filter (Comfort, Elite)The pre-filter (foam filter) must be cleaned/re-
placed after 25 hours of operation.
The air filter (paper filter) must be cleaned/re-
placed after 100 hours of operation.
NOTE! The filters should be cleaned/replaced 
more often if the machine operates on dusty 
ground.
Remove/install the air filters as follows.
1.  Clean carefully around the air filter cover.
2. Dismantle the air filter cover (20:U) by remov-
ing the two clamps. 
3.  Dismantle the filter assembly (20:V). The pre-
filter is placed over the air filter. Make sure that 
no dirt gets into the carburettor. Clean the air fil-
ter housing.
4. Clean the paper filter by tapping it gently 
against a flat surface. If the filter is very dirty, 
replace it.
5. Clean the pre-filter. If the filter is very dirty, re-
place it.
6. Assemble in the reverse order.
Compressed air or petroleum-based solvents such 
as kerosene may not be used for cleaning the paper 
filter insert. This will damage the filter.
Do not use compressed air for cleaning the paper 
filter insert. The paper filter insert must not be 
oiled. 
5.10 Air filter (Royal)Clean the pre-filter and paper filter insert every 3 
months or after every 50 hours of operation, 
whichever comes first. Replace the paper filter in-
sert once a year or after every 200 hours of opera-
tion, whichever comes first.
NOTE! Both filters should be cleaned/replaced 
more often if the machine operates on dusty 
ground.
1.  Undo the screws (21:A) securing the air filter 
cover and remove the cover (21:B). 
2.  Dismantle the pre-filter (= the foam filter) 
(21:C) and the paper filter insert (21:D). Make 
sure that no dirt gets into the carburettor. Clean 
the air filter housing.
3.  Wash the pre-filter in liquid detergent and wa-
ter. Squeeze dry. Pour a little oil on the filter and 
squeeze in the oil.
4. Clean the paper filter insert as follows: Knock it 
lightly against a flat surface. If the filter is very 
dirty, replace it.
5. Assemble in the reverse order.Petroleum-based solvents such as kerosene may 
not be used for cleaning the paper filter insert. 
These solvents can destroy the filter.
Do not use compressed air for cleaning the paper 
filter insert. The paper filter insert must not be 
oiled. 
5.11 Spark plugThe spark plug(s) must be replaced every 200 
hours of operation (=at every other basic service).
Use the spark plug key supplied. 
Before disconnecting the spark plug, clean around 
its mounting.
Spark plug
:
Comfort, Elite: Champion RC12YC or equivalent.
Royal: NGK BPR5ES, DENSO W16EPR-U or 
equivalent.
Electrode distance
: 0.75 mm.
5.12 Air intakeThe engine is air-cooled. A blocked cooling sys-
tem can damage the engine. Clean the engine’s air 
intake after 50 hours of operation. More meticu-
lous cleaning of the cooling system is carried out 
during each basic service.
5.13 LubricationAll lubrication points in accordance with the table 
below must be lubricated every 25 hours of opera-
tion as well as after every wash. 
Object Action Figure
Rear shaft 3 grease nipples. (26:Z)
Use a grease gun filled with 
universal grease. Pump until 
the grease emerges.26
Steering 
chainsBrush the chains clean with a 
wire brush.
Lubricate with universal 
chain spray.-
Tensioning 
armsLubricate the bearing points 
with an oil can when each 
control is activated. 
Ideally carried out by two 
people.22
Control 
cablesLubricate the cable ends with 
an oil can when each control 
is activated. 
Must be carried out by two 
people.23 
						

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5.14 FusesIf any of the faults listed below occurs, replace the 
relevant fuse. The fuse(s) is located together with 
the battery under the engine casing..
6 PATENT - DESIGN REGISTRA-TION
This machine or parts thereof is covered by the fol-
lowing patent and design registration:
9900627-2 (SE), SE00/00250 (PCT), 9901091-0 
(SE), SE00/00577 (PCT), 9901730-3 (SE), SE00/
00895 (PCT), 9401745-6 (SE), SE95/00525 
(PCT), 595 7497 (US), 95920332.4 (EPC).
99 1095 (SE), 499 11 740.9 (DE), M1990 000734 
(IT), 577 251-253 (FR), 115325 (US).
7 MISCELLANEOUS
7.1 NORDIC ECOLABELLING
Villa Royal satisfies the requirements 
in accordance with Nordic Ecolabel-
ling of lawnmowers version 2.
 
[*] C
2: Machines intended for professional use. 
Stroke volume greater than 225 cm
3.
When your machine has to be replaced after many 
years of service or is no longer required, we rec-
ommend that it is handed in to your dealer for re-
cycling.Do not dispose of replaced lead batteries with your 
usual rubbish. Hand them in to a recycling station.
Collect up all oil during oil changes. Do not spill 
any. Hand in the oil and any replaced oil filters to 
a recycling centre.
To avoid spillage when filling up, we recommend 
that Stiga’s petrol can is used. This is available 
from authorised Stiga Dealers and has item 
number 9500-9995-00.
7.2 Material declarationThe following materials are included in the prod-
uct:
Material Percentage by weight
Steel 76%
Aluminium 10.5%
ABS 3.5%
Rubber 5.5%
PP 1.5%
POM < 1%
PE < 1%
The machine is painted with polyester-based pow-
der paint. The engine block is cast in aluminium.
GGP reserves the right to make alterations to the 
product without prior notification.  Fault Fuse Figure
The engine does not start or 
starts and stops immediately. 
The battery is charged.10 A 25:Y
All electrical functions are out 
of operation. The battery is 
charged.20 A 24:X
25:X
Villa Royal
Sound pressure level for 
each cutting deck at the 
driver’s ear [dB(A)]92 M: 81
107 M: 82
Product group [*] C
2
Specific fuel consump-
tion [g/kWh]300-400
Relative fuel consumption low
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