Stihl RM 3.1 RT Manuel D'utilisation page 38

original plates from your STIHL specialist
dealer. If a component is replaced with a
new component, ensure that the new
component is provided with the same
stickers.
Check the discharge flap regularly for
wear, damage or for loss of functionality
and replace if necessary.
Only perform work on the cutting unit when
wearing protective gloves (
exercising extreme care.
Ensure that all nuts, pins and screws (in
particular the blade fastening screw) are
securely tightened so that the machine is
in a safe operating condition.
Check the entire machine for wear or
damage on a regular basis, particularly
before extended periods when the
machine is not in use (e.g. over winter).
For safety reasons, worn or damaged
parts must be replaced immediately to
ensure that the machine is always in a safe
operating condition.
Never alter the basic setting of the engine
or run at excessive engine speeds.
Components or guards that are removed
for maintenance operations must be
properly reinstalled immediately.
4.8 Storage for prolonged periods
without operation
Allow the engine to cool before storing the
machine in an enclosed space.
Allow the machine to cool down
completely before covering it.
Store the machine with empty fuel tank
and the fuel reserve in a lockable and well-
ventilated room.
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Ensure that the machine is protected from
unauthorised use (e.g. by children).
If the tank has to be emptied (e.g. to store
the machine before the winter break), this
should only be done out of doors (e.g. by
running the tank empty).
Thoroughly clean the machine before
storage (e.g. winter break).
Only store the machine with the spark plug
4.3) and
socket disconnected.
Store the machine in good operational
condition.
4.9 Disposal
Waste products such as used engine oil or
fuel, used lubricants, filters, batteries and
similar wearing parts can be harmful to
people, animals and the environment, and
must consequently be disposed of
properly.
Consult your recycling centre or your
specialist dealer for information on the
proper disposal of waste products. STIHL
recommends STIHL specialist dealers.
Ensure that old machines are properly
disposed of. Render the machine
unusable prior to disposal. In order to
prevent accidents, remove the ignition
lead, empty the fuel tank and drain the
engine oil in particular.
Risk of injury due to the mowing blade!
Always store an old lawn mower in a safe
place prior to scrapping. Ensure that the
machine and particularly the mowing blade
are kept out of the reach of children.
5. Description of symbols
Attention!
Read the instruction man-
ual and follow the safety
instructions before initial
use.
Risk of injury!
Keep other people out of the
danger area.
Caution!
Keep your hands and feet
away from the blades.
Detach the spark plug
socket before performing
work on the cutting tool or
maintenance and cleaning
work.
Start the engine.
Stop the engine.
Switch on self-propulsion.
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