Stihl RLE 540 Instruction Manual page 32

Switching on the machine:
Exercise care when switching on the
machine and observe the instructions in
the section "Operating the machine".
( 10.)
Ensure that you keep your feet far enough
away from the blades.
Always place the scarifying unit in the
transport position before starting it.
Place the machine on an even surface
before switching it on.
The machine must not be tilted before it is
switched on or during switching-on.
Do not switch on the motor if the discharge
chute is not covered by the discharge flap
or the grass catcher box (accessory – not
included in standard equipment).
Avoid switching the machine on repeatedly
within a short period of time; in particular
avoid "playing" with the ON button. Risk of
motor overheating.
Owing to the voltage fluctuations caused
by this machine during the run-up period,
other devices connected to the same
circuit may be subject to interference in the
case of unfavourable power supply
conditions. In this case, appropriate steps
should be taken (e.g. connection to a
different circuit than the one used by the
affected device, or operation of the
machine using a circuit with a lower
impedance).
Working on slopes:
Always work across and back on slopes,
never up and down.
If the user loses control when working up
and down, there is a risk of being run over
by the machine.
Be particularly careful when changing
direction on a slope.
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Always ensure good stability on slopes
and avoid mowing on excessively steep
slopes.
For safety reasons, the machine must not
be used on slopes with an inclination of
more than 25° (46.6%). Risk of injury!
A slope inclination of 25° corresponds to a
vertical height increase of 46.6 cm for a
100 cm horizontal distance.
Working:
Caution – risk of injury!
Never put hands or feet on or
underneath rotating parts.
Never touch rotating blades.
Always keep away from the discharge
opening. Always observe the safety
distance provided by the handlebar.
Do not try to examine the scarifying unit
while the machine is operating. Never
open the discharge flap and/or remove the
grass catcher box (accessory – not
included in standard equipment) when the
blades are running. Rotating blades can
cause injury.
Do not lean on the machine and always
maintain your balance and firm footing.
Only operate the machine at walking
speed – never run when working with the
machine. Working quickly with the
machine increases the risk of injury due to
stumbling, slipping, etc.
Note that the blades catch on the ground
when scarifying in the lowered position or
when running over bumps. If the blades
are set too low, the scarifier could
accelerate unexpectedly, possibly
resulting in loss of control of the machine.
Always place the scarifying unit in the
transport position before turning it around.
Be particularly careful when turning the
machine around or pulling it towards you.
Risk of stumbling!
Never lift or carry the machine with the
motor running or the mains lead
connected.
Objects hidden in the turf (lawn sprinkler
systems, posts, water valves, foundations,
electrical wires, etc.) must be avoided.
Never run over any such foreign objects.
Use the machine with great care when
working near slopes, terraces, ditches and
embankments. In particular, ensure that
you maintain sufficient distance to such
danger areas.
Beware of the blades running
on for several seconds before
coming to a standstill.
Switch off the motor and place
the scarifying unit in the
transport position,
– before adjusting the working depth,
– before opening the discharge flap or
removing the grass catcher box (special
accessory – not included in standard
equipment).
Switch off the motor, disconnect
the mains plug, place the
scarifying unit in the transport
position and ensure that the blades have
come to a complete standstill,
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