Cleaning The Machine - Stihl MH 700 Manuel D'installation

● Remove hoe (2).

13.2 Cleaning the machine

Maintenance interval:
After each use
● Clean the entire machine thoroughly
after each use. Care of the machine will
protect it against damage and extend its
service life.
● Before cleaning, allow the machine to
cool down completely, detach the spark
plug socket and wear long sleeves and
thick gloves during cleaning work on the
gearbox and hoes.
Cleaning position:
● Move the machine onto firm and level
ground.
● Set the handlebar to the lowest level.
● Detach spring clip (1) and remove
pin (2).
● Remove the brake spur together with
adapter (3).
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● Rest the machine on the handlebar.
Notes on cleaning:
● Do not leave the machine in the
cleaning position for longer than it takes
to clean it.
● Remove the dirt and accumulated
deposits using a brush, a damp cloth or
a stick – do not use aggressive cleaning
agents. STIHL recommends the use of
a special cleaner (e.g. STIHL special
cleaner).
● Never spray water onto the handlebar,
engine components, seals or bearing
points. This would result in expensive
repairs.
● Engine:
Remove dirt from the cooling ribs, fan
wheel, area around the air filter,
exhaust, etc. to ensure that the engine
is adequately cooled.
● Gearbox housing, chassis and hoes
can be cleaned using a water jet or
high-pressure cleaner.
Avoid damage to the machine!
When using a high-pressure
cleaner, maintain a distance of at
least 1 m and never direct the
water jet directly at bearing points,
drive shaft or seals – especially the
seal between the gearbox housing
and guard plate.
13.3 Engine
Maintenance interval:
Before each use
● Check the engine oil level (see engine
instruction manual)
● Check the oil level in the oil bath air filter
(see engine instruction manual)
Observe the operating and maintenance
instructions contained in the attached
engine instruction manual.
13.4 Gearbox
Maintenance position:
Avoid damage to the machine!
Make sure that neither oil nor petrol
escapes. Place the machine in the
upright position during storage.
● Move the machine onto firm and level
ground.
● Set the brake spur to the third level.
● Set the upper handlebar to the lowest
level.
Maintenance interval:
Before each use:
● Check the oil level in the gearbox.
After the first month or after 20
operating hours:
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