Lawn Tractor 8211 0288 02 Stiga Villa Royal President Senator Master Operators Manual

							STIGA VILLA
ROYAL
PRESIDENT
SENATOR
MASTER
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GENERAL
This symbol indicates WARNING. Per-
sonal 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“ careful-
ly, before starting up the machine.
SYMBOLS
The following symbols can be found on the ma-
chine to remind you of the care and attention that
are required during use.
The symbols mean:
Wa r n i n g !
Read the instruction manual and the safety
manual before using the machine.
Wa r n i n g !
Watch out for discarded objects. Keep on-
lookers away.
Wa r n i n g !
Always use hearing protectors.
Wa r n i n g !
This machine is not designed to be driven
on public roads.
Wa r n i n g !
The machine, equipped with original ac-
cessories must not be driven on slopes
greater than 10º in any direction.
Wa r n i n g !
Risk of burn injuries. Do not touch the si-
lencer.
CONTROLS AND INSTRU-
MENTS
Items 1 - 9, see figures 1 - 3.
1. IMPLEMENT LIFTER
A pedal for raising front-mounted implement to
the transport position.
To lift up the implement, press the pedal down as
far as it will go. Then release the pedal, the imple-
ment lifter is now locked in the raised position.To lower the implement, press the pedal down so
that the lock is released. Lower the implement lift-
er to the working position by slowly lifting your
foot from the pedal.
2A. SERVICE BRAKE/CLUTCH
(Master - Senator)
A pedal that combines both service brake and
clutch. There are 3 positions:
1. Pedal released – forward drive
engaged. The machine will
move if a gear is engaged. Serv-
ice brake not activated.
2. Pedal depressed halfway –
forward drive disengaged, gear
shifting can be performed. Serv-
ice brake not activated.
3. Pedal fully depressed – for-
ward drive disengaged. Service
brake fully activated.
Note! You must never regulate the operating speed
by slipping the clutch. Use a suitable gear instead,
so that the right speed is obtained.
2B. SERVICE BRAKE
(President - Royal)
A pedal that acts upon the machine’s braking sys-
tem. There are 3 positions:
1. Pedal released – service brake
not activated.
2. Pedal depressed halfway –
forward drive disengaged. Serv-
ice brake not activated.
3. Pedal fully depressed – for-
ward drive disengaged. Service
brake fully activated.
3. PARKING BRAKE
An inhibitor that can lock the brake pedal in the de-
pressed position.
Depress the brake pedal fully. Move the
inhibitor to the right and then release the
brake pedal.
The parking brake is released by pressing the brake
pedal. The spring-loaded inhibitor slides to one
side.
Make sure that the parking brake is released when
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4. DRIVE PEDAL (President - Royal)
A 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 ma-
chine 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.
5. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL
A control for setting the engine speed and to choke
the engine when starting from cold
1. Choke – for starting a cold engine. The
choke is located in the top of the groove.
Avoid operating the machine in this posi-
tion, taking care to move the control to full
throttle (see below) when the engine is
warm.
2. Full throttle – when the machine is in
operation, full throttle should always be
used.
3. Idling.
6. IGNITION LOCK
Ignition lock used for starting/stopping the engine.
Four positions:
1. Stop position – the engine is short-
circuited. The key can be removed.
2/3. Operating position.
4. Start position – the electric start motor
is activated when the key is turned to the
spring-loaded start position. Once the en-
gine has started, let the key return to oper-
ating position 2/3.
7. GEAR STICK (Master - Senator)
A lever for selecting one of the five forward gears in
the gearbox (1-2-3-4-5), neutral (N) or reverse (R).The clutch pedal must be kept pressed in when
changing gear.
Note! You must make sure the machine is quite sta-
tionary before changing from reverse to forward
gear or vice versa. If a gear does not engage imme-
diately, release the clutch pedal and then press it in
once again. Engage the gear once again. Never
force a gear in.
8. POWER TAKE-OFF
Switch for engaging/disengaging the electromag-
netic power take-off for driving front-mounted ac-
cessories. There are two positions:
1. Press the right part of the switch – the
power take-off is engaged. The symbol
will light up.
2. Press the left part of the switch – the
power take-off is disengaged.
9. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
(Royal)
The machine is equipped with a control for using
the cutting deck with electrical cutting height ad-
justment (available as an accessory).
Theswitchisusedtoadjustthecutting
height in continuously variable positions.
The contact used for connecting the cutting deck is
mounted on the right side, in front of the front
wheel (fig. 19).
10. DISENGAGING LEVER
(President - Royal)
A lever for disengaging the variable transmission.
Enables the machine to be moved by hand without
the help of the engine. There are two positions:
1. Lever pressed in – transmis-
sion engaged for normal opera-
tion.
2. Lever pulled out – transmis-
sion disengaged. The machine
canbemovedbyhand.
The machine may not be towed over long distances
or at high speeds. The transmission could be dam-
aged.
AREAS OF USE
Themachinemayonlybeusedforthefollowing 
						

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tasks using the STIGA accessories stated.
1. Mowing
With cutting deck 13-2940 (85M), 13-2929
(92M) or 13-2930 (107M), 13-2934 (107M El).
2. Grass clipping and leaf collection
Using towed collector 13-1978 (30) or 13-
1950 (42).
3. Grass and leaf transport
Using dump cart 13-1979 (Standard), 13-1988
(Maxi) or 13-1992 (Combi).
4. Sweeping
With brush unit 13-0920 which can also be used
foreasiersnowclearing.
5. Snow clearance
With snow blade 13-0930. Snow chains 13-
0929 (16“) and frame weights 13-0921 recom-
mended.
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.
Note! Before using a trailer – contact your insur-
ance company.
Note! This machine is not intended to be driven on
public roads.
START AND OPERATING
ENGINE CASING
To inspect and maintain the engine and battery, re-
move the engine casing.The motor must not be
running when the casing is removed.
Dismantling:
1. Fold up both casing locks at the rear edge (fig 4).
2. Pull the engine casing back a little first. Then lift
it off.
Assembly:
1. Fold the seat forward.
2. Align the casing’s upper, front pins with the
slots in the front engine casing (fig. 5). Leave ap-
prox. 2 cm clearance.
3. Guide both conical side pins into the holes in thefront engine casing. Then press the entire casing
forwards.
5.Finallyfolddownbothcasinglocks(fig.4.)
The machine may not be operated un-
less the engine casing is mounted. Risk
of burns and crushing injuries.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Always use lead-free petrol. You must never use 2-
stroke petrol mixed with oil (fig. 6).
Note! Bear in mind that petrol is a perishable; do
not purchase more petrol than can be used within
thirty days.
Environmentally friendly petrol can be used. This
type of petrol has a composition that is less harm-
ful for people and nature.
Petrol is highly inflammable. Always
store petrol in containers that are made
especially for this purpose.
Only fill or top up with petrol outdoors,
and never smoke when filling or top-
ping up. Fill with petrol before starting
the engine. Never remove the filler cap
or fill with petrol while the motor is
running or still warm.
Never completely fill the fuel tank. Leave an emp-
ty space (= at least the entire filler tube plus 1 - 2
cm at the top of the tank) to allow the petrol to ex-
pand when it warms up without overflowing.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
(Master – Senator – President)
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.
Wipe clean around the oil dipstick. Un-
screw and pull it up. Wipe off the dipstick.
Slide it down completelyand tighten it.
Then unscrew it and pull it up again. Read-off. Top
up with oil to the “FULL“ mark, if the level comes
below it (fig. 7).
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
(Royal)
On delivery, the crankcase is filled with oil SAE
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Check the oil level every time before using to
ensure it is correct. The machine should be
standing on level ground.
Wipe clean around the oil dipstick. Un-
screw and pull it up. Wipe off the dipstick.
Slide it down completelywithout tighten-
ing it.
Pull it up again and read off the oil level. Top up
with oil to the “UPPER“ mark, if the oil level is be-
low it (fig. 8).
SAFETY SYSTEM
This machine is equipped with a safety system that
consists of:
- a switch on the gear lever (only Master, Sena-
tor).
- a switch on the brake pedal (only President,
Royal).
- a switch in the seat bracket (all).
In order to start the machine, the following are nec-
essary:
- gear lever in neutral (only Master, Senator).
- brake pedal pressed down.
- driver sitting on seat.
Always check the operation of the safe-
ty system before using the machine!
Withthe engine runningandthe driver sittingon
the seat, check as follows:
- selectagear,liftyourweightofftheseat–the
engine should stop (applies to Master, Senator).
- press the drive pedal so that the machine starts
to move, release the drive pedal – the machine
should stop (applies to President, Royal).
- engage the power take-off, lift your weight off
the seat – the power take-off should be disen-
gaged.
Do not use the machine if the safety sys-
tem is not working! Take the machine to
a service workshop for inspection!
STARTING ENGINE
1. Open the fuel cock (fig. 9).
2. Make sure that the sparking plug cable is prop-
erly in place.
3. Check to make sure that the power take-off is
disengaged.
4a. Master - Senator:Put the gear lever in neutral.
4b. President - Royal:
Do not keep your foot on the drive pedal.
5. Starting cold engine – put the throttle control in
the choke position. Starting warm engine – put the
throttle control at full throttle (approx. 1 cm behind
thechokeposition).
6. Depress the brake 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 a few minutes first. This will allow the
oiltowarmup.
When in use, always operate the engine at full
throttle.
STOPPING
Disengage 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 lead from the spark plug. Also
removethestarterkey.
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.
MOWING TIPS
Make sure that there is the correct quantity of oil in
the engine when driving on slopes (oil level on
“FULL/UPPER“).
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 down,
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When driving down slopes of above 20º
the rear wheels can lift off the ground.
However, the cutting deck prevents the
machine from tipping over forwards.
The machine, equipped with original
accessories, may not be driven on slopes
greater than 10º in any direction.
Reduce the speed on slopes and when
making sharp turns to prevent the ma-
chine from tipping over or you losing
control of the machine.
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
the seat bracket. Risk of crushing inju-
ries. Never operate the machine without
the engine casing.
Never drive with the cutting deck in the
raised position. This damages the deck
drive belt.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
SERVICE PROGRAM
In order to keep the machine in good condition, as
regards reliability and operational safety as well as
from an environmental perspective, STIGA’s serv-
ice program should be followed.
The contents of this program can be found in the
attached service log.
We recommend that an authorised workshop car-
ries out every service. This guarantees that the
work is performed by trained personnel and with
original spare parts.
At every service, the service log should be
stamped. A “fully stamped“ service log is a valua-
ble document that improves the machine’s second-
hand value.
PREPARATIONS
Unless otherwise stated, all service and mainte-
nance must be carried out on a stationary machine
when the motor is not running.Prevent the machine from rolling by al-
ways applying the parking brake.
Prevent unintentional starting of the
engine by always stopping the engine,
disconnecting the spark plug cable
from the spark plug and earthing it.
Disconnect the negative cable from the
battery.
CLEANING
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the en-
gine, silencer/catalytic converter, bat-
tery 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.
When washing the machine with water under high
pressure, do not point the jet directly at the trans-
mission.
Do not point jets of water directly at the engine.
Use a brush or compressed air in order to clean it.
ENGINE OIL
(Master - Senator - President)
Change engine oil the first time after 5 hours of op-
eration, and subsequently after every 50 hours of
operation or once a season.
Change the oil more often (after 25 hours of run-
ning or at least once a season) if the engine has to
operate under demanding conditions or if the am-
bient temperature is high.
Change oil when the engine is warm. Always use
a good grade of oil (service grade SF, SG or SH).
The engine oil may be very warm 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.
Unscrew the oil drain plug (fig. 10). It is situated
on the left of the engine (machine viewed from the
rear).
Let the oil run out into a collection vessel. Then
take the oil to a recycling station. Do not allow
oil to get on the V-belts.
Screw in the oil drain plug.
Remove the dipstick and fill up with new oil to the
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Oil capacity:
Master – 1.1 litre
Senator, Comfort, President – 1.4 litre
Oil type, summer (> 4ºC): SAE-30
(SAE 10W-30 can also be used. However, oil con-
sumption may increase somewhat if 10W-30 is
used. Therefore, check the oil level more regularly
if you use this type of oil).
Oil type, winter (< 4ºC): SAE 5W-30
(if this oil is not available, use SAE 10W-30).
Use oil without any additives.
Do not fill with too much oil. This can cause the
engine to overheat.
ENGINE OIL (Royal)
Change the oil for the first time after 20 hours run-
ning (or during the first month), and then after eve-
ry 100 hours running or once every 6 months.
Change oil when the engine is warm. Always use
a good grade of oil (service grade SF, SG or SH).
The engine oil may be very warm 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.
Unscrew the oil drain plug at the end of the pipe
(fig. 11).
Let the oil run out into a collection vessel. Then
take the oil to a recycling station. Do not allow
oil to get on the V-belts.
Screw in the oil drain plug. Make sure that the fibre
gasket and the O-ring inside the plug are not dam-
aged and that they are in the correct place.
Remove the dipstick and fill up with new oil up to
the “UPPER“ mark.
Oil capacity:
Royal - 0.9 l (= oil quantity at change. In total the
engine holds 1.15 l).
Oil type for all seasons: SAE 10W-40.
For extremely low temperatures (< -20° C), use
SAE 5W-30.
Use oil without any additives.
Do not fill with too much oil. This can cause the
engine to overheat.
AIRFILTER-ENGINE
Master-Senator-President:
Clean the pre-filter once a year or after every 25
hours of operation, whichever comes first.
Clean the paper filter insert once a year or after
every 100 hours of operation, whichever comes
first.
Royal:
Clean the air filter (pre-filter and paper filter) eve-
ry 3 months or after every 50 hours of operation,
whichever comes first. Change paper filter insert
once a year or every 200 hours of running.
All models:
Note! The filters should be cleaned more often if
the machine operates on dusty ground.
1. Remove the protective cover of the air filter (fig.
12 -13).
2. Dismantle the paper filter insert and the foam
pre-filter. Make sure that no dirt gets into the car-
burettor. Clean the air filter housing.
3. Wash the pre-filter in liquid detergent and water.
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, change 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.
SPARKING PLUG
Clean the sparking plug after every 100 hours of
operation or once a season. For replacing a spark-
ingplug,asparkingplugsleeveAandatorsionpin
B are provided in the accessories bag.
The engine manufacturer recommends:
Master - Senator - President: Champion J19LM
Royal: NGK BPR5ES or DENSO W16EPR-U.
Correct spark gap: 0.75 mm (fig. 14).