Lawn Mower 8211 0224 08 Stiga Multiclip 48 51se Pro48 Pro51s Operators Manual

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MULTICLIP
8211-0224-0848
51S
51SE
PRO 48
PRO 51S 
						

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9. Briggs & Stratton INTEK
10. Briggs & Stratton LS 4511. Briggs & Stratton XTE 50
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17. Multiclip 51S, Honda16. Multiclip 48, Honda
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23. Honda
25. Multiclip 51S/51SE
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22. Briggs & Stratton XTE 50 / INTEK
0,75 mmBriggs & Stratton : 0,76 mm
Honda: 0,7-0,8 mm
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26. PRO 51S
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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 Manual before using the machine.
Warning! Keep spectators away. Beware
of objects being flung out.
Warning! Do not put hands or feet under
the chassis of the machine when it is run-
ning.
Warning! Before starting any repair work,
remove the spark plug cable from the
spark plugs.
IMPORTANT
Certain sections apply to only one or a few of the
models. Where this is the case, the name of the
model appears at the start of the section.
Certain models do not have a throttle. The motor
speed is set for optimal function and minimal ex-
haust emissions.
ASSEMBLING
HANDLE: LOWER PART
(PRO 48/PRO 51S)
Fold back and screw tight the lower part of the
handle using the screwsA(fig. 1).
HANDLE: UPPER PART
Fit the upper part of the handlebar (fig.2). 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. 3).If necessary the upper part can be turned to one
side to facilitate mowing close up to walls etc
(fig. 4).
WIRE BRACKET
Fit the wire bracket using the nut and bolt (fig. 5).
CABLE BEARER
Attach the cables to the cable bearers (fig. 6) as fol-
lows:
D: Start/Stop cable +Honda:Throttle cable
E:Multiclip 51S/51SE/PRO 51S:Clutch cable
USING THE MOWER
BEFORE STARTING
FILL THE CRANKCASE WITH OIL
The lawn mower is delivered without
any oil in the motor crankcase. The
crankcase must, therefore, be filled with
oil before the motor is started the first
time.
Remove the oil dipstick (fig. 7, 8, 9). Fill the en-
gines crankcase with 0.6 litres of good quality oil
(service class SE, SF or SG). Use SAE 30 or SAE
10W-30 oil.
Slowly fill up to the “FULL/MAX” mark. Do not
fill with too much oil.
CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL
Check before using the machine that the oil level is
between “FULL/MAX” and ADD/MIN” on the
dipstick. The mower should stand level.
Remove and dry the dipstick (fig. 7, 8, 9). Slide it
down completely and tighten it. Unscrew and pull
it up again. Read-off. If the oil level is low, fill with
oil up to the “FULL/MAX” mark.
FILL UP THE PETROL TANK
Fill with petrol before starting the mo-
tor. Never remove the filler cap or fill
with petrol while the motor is running
or still warm.
Never fill the fuel tank completely full
but allow a little room for the petrol to
expand.
Always use pure unleaded petrol. You must never
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Note! Bear in mind that petrol is a perishable, do
not purchase more petrol than can be used within
30 days.
START OF ENGINE
(Briggs & Stratton)
1. Place the lawn mower on flat, firm ground. Do
notstartinhighgrass.
2. Make sure the spark plug lead is connected to
the spark plug.
3. When starting a cold engine: Press down the
primer fully 3-9 times (fig. 10, 11).
When starting a warm engine the primer does
not need to be used. If the engine stops due to a
lack of petrol, refill and press down the primer
3-9 times.
3.PRO 51S:Disengage the drive. Set the clutch
controlMto (fig. 18).
4. Press in the Start/Stop-loopGagainst the steer-
ing. Note that the Start/Stop loopGmust be
kept pressed-in to prevent the engine from stop
(fig. 13, 14, 15, 18).
5aManual start:Grasp the starter handle and
start the engine by pulling briskly on the starter
cord.
5bElectric start (Multiclip 51SE):Start the en-
gine by turning the starter key clockwise. Re-
lease the key as soon as the engine starts.
Always make short attempts at starting in order
to prevent discharging the battery.
To facilitate starting the engine, press down the
handle so that the front wheels lift slightly from
the ground.
Keep hands and feet well away from the
rotating blade(s). Never put your hand
or foot under the blade casing or in the
grass evacuation unit while the engine is
running.
STARTING THE ENGINE
(Honda)
1. Place the lawn mower on flat, firm ground. Do
notstartinhighgrass.
2. Make sure the spark plug lead is connected to
the spark plug.
3. Open the petrol tap (fig. 12).5. Move the throttle controlNto the chokeposi-
tion . Note! Dont use the choke position
when the engine is warm (fig. 16, 17).
6. Press in the Start/Stop-loop G against the steer-
ing. Note that the Start/Stop loop G must be
kept pressed-in to prevent the engine from stop
(fig. 16, 17).
7. Grasp the starter handle and start the engine by
pulling briskly on the starter handle.
8. When the motor starts, move the throttle lever
backwards until the max. rotation speed is ob-
tained. Note! The engine should always be run
at the maximum rotation speed to avoid abnor-
mal engine vibrations.
Keep hands and feet well away from the
rotating blade(s). Never put your hand
or foot under the blade casing or in the
grass evacuation unit while the engine is
running.
TRANSMISSION
(Multiclip 51S/51SE)
Engage the drive by pressing the coupling clampI
against the handle. Disengage the drive by releas-
ing the coupling clampI(fig. 14, 15, 17).
If you press down the handle so that the drive
wheels rise off the ground, it is possible to turn, re-
verse, manoeuvre around trees, etc. without having
to disengage the drive.
TRANSMISSION (PRO 51S)
Engage the drive by moving the clutch controlM
the position (fig. 18). Make sure the clutch
control is always moved fully either to one or the
other position.
By pressing down the handlebar so that the driving
wheels release their grip on the ground, turning, re-
versing, moving round trees etc. can be done with-
out having to disengage the drive system.
STOP OF ENGINE
Themotormaybeverywarmimmedi-
ately after it is shut off. Do not touch the
silencer, cylinder or cooling flanges as it
can cause burns and injury.
1.PRO 51S:Disengage the drive. Set the clutch
controlMto (fig. 18).
Honda:Close the petrol tap. 
						

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2. Release Start/Stop-loop G to stop the engine
(fig. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18). This loop must not
be disengaged (e.g. through fixing it in the de-
pressed position against the steering), as the en-
gine cannot be stopped.
3. If the lawn mower is left unattended to, remove
the lead from the spark plug.
Multiclip 51SE:Also remove the starter key.
If the start/stop loop no longer works,
stop the engine by removing the lead
from the spark plug. Immediately take
the lawn mower to an authorised work-
shop for repairs.
MOWING TIPS
Before mowing the lawn, take care to remove any
stones toys and other hard objects.
A machine with MULCHER system cuts the grass,
chops it finely and then blows it down in the lawn.
The grass clippings need not to be collected.
The following rules should be observed to give
best MULCHER effect:
1. Use a high engine speed (full throttle).
2. Do not cut the grass too short. Not more than 1/
3rd of the length should be cut off.
3. Always keep it clean under the mower casing.
4. Always use a well sharpened blade.
5. Avoid mowing when the grass is wet. The grass
then sticks to the underside of the casing, giving
poor mowing results.
CUTTING HEIGHT
Shut off the motor before adjusting the
cutting height.
Do not set the cutting height so low that
the blade/blades can hit uneven ground.
The mower has single-lever control for adjusting
the mowing height. Pull the lever outwards and
then set the mowing height to a position suitable
for the state of the lawn (fig. 19).
MAINTENANCE
Noserviceistobemadeonthemotoror
grass cutter unit without first switching
off the motor and removing the spark
plug cable from the spark plug.
Stop the motor and remove the spark
plug cable if the mower is to be lifted,
e.g. with transportation.
If the lawn mower needs to be tilted it
should be tilted so that the spark plug
face upwards. Tilt the lawn mower when
the fuel tank is empty.
COOLING SYSTEM
Before using the lawn mower, the engines cooling
system must be cleaned. Clean the cylinders cool-
ing flanges and air inlet to make sure they are free
from grass, dirt, etc.
CLEANING
After each time it is used the mower should be
cleaned. This is particularly important on the un-
derside of the mower casing. Wash out with the
garden hose. The mower will then last longer and
function better.
Note! High pressure washing units should not be
used. If grass has dried on to the cutterhead casing
it can be removed by scraping.
Clean the silencer and the surrounding
area regularly to remove grass, dirt and
flammable waste products.
Multiclip 51S/51SE/PRO 51S:Note! Cleaning
should be done under the transmission cover (fig.
20) once or twice during the mowing season. Re-
move the transmission casing and clean with a
brush or blow with compressed air.
CHANGING OIL
Replace the oil when the engine is warm
and the fuel tank is empty. Take care
whiledrainingastheoilishot,thisisto
prevent burns.
Change the oil the first time after 5 hours of oper-
ation, and subsequently after every 50 hours of op-
eration or once a season. Remove the dip stick, tilt
the mower and let the oil run out into a container.
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Fill with new oil: use oil of SAE 30 or SAE 10W-
30 quality. The crankcase holds approx. 0.6 litre.
Fill until the oil reaches the “FULL/MAX” mark
on the dip stick. Do not fill with too much oil.
AIR FILTER
A dirty and blocked air filter reduces the engine
output and increases engine wear.
Briggs & Stratton LS 45 (fig. 21):Carefully re-
move the air cleaner so that no dirt falls down into
the carburettor. Take out the foam plastic filter el-
ement and wash it in liquid detergent and water.
Dry the filter element. Pour a little oil on the filter
element and squeeze it in. Refit the air cleaner.
Clean the filter every three months or after every
25 hours of use, which ever occurs first. More of-
ten if the lawn mower is used on dusty ground.
Briggs & Stratton XTE 50, INTEK (fig. 22):
Loosen the screw and fold down the cover of the
air cleaner. Carefully remove the filter cartridge.
Knock it against a flat surface. Replace the filter
cartridge with a new one if it is still dirty.
Clean the filter every three months or after every
25 hours of use, whichever occurs first. More often
if the lawn mower is used on dusty ground.
Honda (fig. 23):Remove the cover and take out
the filter. Carefully check the filter for holes or oth-
er damage. A broken or damaged filter must be re-
placed.
To remove dirt, carefully knock the filter several
times against a hard surface or use compressed air
from the back of the filter to blow-clean. Do not try
to brush the filter clean as this forces dirt down into
the fibres. A very dirty filter should be replaced.
Clean the air filter after every 25 hours of use or
once a season. More often if the lawn mower is
used on dusty ground.
BATTERY (Multiclip 51SE)
Electrolyte in the battery is toxic and
corrosive. It can cause serious corrosion
damage etc. Avoid all contact with skin,
eyes and clothing.
In normal use during the season, the battery is
charged by the engine. If the engine cannot be start-
ed with the starter key, it may be because the battery
is dead. Connect the battery charger to the terminalon the battery and put on charge for 24 hours. On
completion of charging, connect the battery termi-
nal to the terminal on the motor.
Note! The battery charger must not be connected to
the engine terminal. The engine cannot be started
by using the charger as a source of power supply,
and the charger will be damaged.
WINTER STORAGE
Store the lawn mower for the winter with the bat-
tery well-charged in a dry and 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.
SPARKING PLUG
Neverremovethesparkplugortheigni-
tion lead when checking to see if there is
any spark, always use an approved test
instrument.
Clean the sparking plug regularly (every 100 hours
running). Use a wire brush for cleaning.
Change the sparking plug if the electrodes are ex-
cessively burnt or if the plug is damaged. The rec-
ommendations (fig. 24) of the engine
manufacturers are as follows:
Briggs & Stratton:Champion J19LM (RJ19LM).
Spark gap 0.76 mm.
Honda GCV:BPR6ES (NGK).
Sparkgap0.7-0.8mm.
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH CABLE
(Multiclip 51S/51SE)
If the drive does not engage when the coupling
clamp is pressed against the handle, or if the lawn
mower feels cumbersome or slow, the reason may
be that the coupling in the transmission slips. To
rectify this situation, adjust the clutch cable as fol-
lows:
1. When the clutch loop is released, it should be
possible to push the mower without any resist-
ance. If this is not the case, screw in the nipple
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2. When the clutch loop is
pressed in approx. 2 cm
(position 1), there should
be some resistance when
moving the lawn mower.
With the clutch loop fully
pressed in (position 2, it
should not be possible to
move the mower. Unscrew
the nippleTuntil this posi-
tion is achieved.
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH CABLE
(PRO 51S)
Control the clutch function (fig. 26):
1. Push the mower forwards and backwards with
disengaged transmission.
2. Set the clutch control to the position and
push the mover until the front wheels engage.
3. In this position the springHshould then be ex-
tended 6 mm from its unloaded position to give
a sufficent lockforce in the transmission.
4. If the spring is not extended enough, adjust the
wire nippleIat the handlebar.
5. First loosen the lock nutSand then adjust the
nippleI.
6. Set the clutch control to the position and con-
trol that the transmission is disengaged by roll-
ing the mower to and fro.
ADJUSTING DRIVE BELT
(Multiclip 51S, 51SE, PRO 51S)
Check the belt tension regularly. The drive belt is
correctly adjusted when the shoulder boltKis cen-
tered in the front hole of the engine bracket
(fig. 27).
Incorrect belt tension can bring about abnormal vi-
brations in the steering (the belt is tensioned too
tightly) or the belt can start to slide (the belt is not
tensioned enough).
Adjust the drive belt like this: Stop the engine and
remove the ignition cable from the spark plug. Dis-
mantle the transmission casing. Loosen the screw
LPull the transmission forwards so that the belt is
tightened and tighten the screwL. The drive belt
must be adjusted so that the shoulder boltKcent-
ers in the front hole of the engine assembly ring.
SHOCK-ABSORBER
(PRO 48, PRO 51S)
The forward shock-absorberP(fig. 28) takes up a
greater load. Check the shock-absorber twice per
season. If the shock-absorber shows signs of dam-
age or wear it should be replaced.
CHANGING BLADES
Useprotectiveglovestopreventcuts
when changing blades/knifeblades.
Blunt and damaged blades tear off the grass and
spoil the look of the lawn after mowing.New, well
sharpened blades cut the grass cleanly, so that the
lawn looks green and fresh even after mowing.
Always check the blade after an impact. First dis-
connect the ignition cable. If the blade system has
been damaged the defective parts must be
changed. Always use genuine spare parts.
To replace the blade, slacken the screw (fig. 29).
Fit the new blade so that the stamped STIGA log-
otype is turned facing the blade attachment (and
not facing the grass). Refit the washer and screw.
Tighten the screw fully to a torque of 40 Nm.
When replacing the blade, the blade screw should
also be replaced.
The guarantee does not cover damage to the blade,
blade holder or engine caused by running into ob-
stacles.
When replacing the blade, the blade holder and
blade screw, always use genuine spare parts. Non-
genuine spare parts could lead to the risk of per-
sonal injury or damage, even if they fit the ma-
chine.
SHARPENING OF THE BLADES
Sharpening of the blades must be done by wet
method grinding, using a whetstone or a grind-
stone.
For the sake of safety, the blades should not be
sharpenedonanemerywheel.Averyhightemper-
ature could cause the blade to become brittle.
Once the blade has been sharpened, it
must then be balanced so as to avoid vi-
bration damage.