Stihl MM 56 Instruction Manual page 7

Use for:
BF-MM pick tines
–
BK-MM bolo tines
–
FC-MM edger
–
RL-MM aerator
–
MF-MM dethatcher
–
If you use sweeping attachments,
position the gearbox so that the axle is
above the drive shaft.
Use for:
KB-MM bristle brush
–
KW-MM PowerSweep
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To use attachments for mowing grass,
trimming and thinning out, remove the
gearbox.
Use for:
FS-MM brushcutter
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Starting the Engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from
the fueling spot, outdoors only.
Place the power tool on firm ground in
an open area. Make sure you have good
balance and secure footing. Hold the
power tool securely. The attachment
must be clear of the ground and all other
obstructions because it may begin to run
when the engine starts.
MM 56 C
Your power tool is for operation by one
person only. To reduce the risk of injury
from contact with the rotating tool, do not
allow other persons within a radius of 5
meters of your own position – even when
starting.
The tool begins to rotate
as soon as the engine is
started in the "Start" posi-
tion. Always stand to one
side of the machine when
starting – never in front of
the tools. To reduce the
risk of injury, avoid con-
tact with the working tool.
Do not drop start the power tool – start
the engine as described in the
instruction manual. Note that the
attachment continues to run for a short
period after you let go of the throttle
trigger – flywheel effect.
Check idle speed setting: The
attachment must be stationary when the
engine is idling with the throttle trigger
released.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep hot
exhaust gases and hot muffler away
from easily combustible materials (e.g.
wood chips, bark, dry grass, fuel).
See also notes on "Starting / Stopping
the Engine" in the instruction manual of
the MultiTool you are using.
Holding and Controlling the Power Tool
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
Always hold the power tool firmly with
both hands on the handles.
Right handle on control handle, left hand
on left handle.
During Operation
In the event of imminent danger or in an
emergency, switch off the engine
immediately – operate the stop switch.
5m (16ft)
To reduce the risk of injury from contact
with the tool and thrown objects, do not
allow any other persons within a radius
of 5 meters of your own position. To
reduce the risk of damage to property,
also maintain this distance from other
objects (vehicles, windows).
The correct engine idle speed is
important to ensure that the attachment
stops moving when you let go of the
throttle trigger. If the attachment
continues to move when the engine is
idling, have your dealer check the
machine and make proper adjustments
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