Storage For Prolonged Periods Without Operation; Disposal; Description Of Symbols - Stihl RLE 540 Instruction Manual

When working on the scarifying unit, make
sure that the blades cannot be moved,
even when the mains plug is
disconnected.
Ensure that all nuts, pins and screws are
securely tightened, so that the machine is
in a safe operating condition at all times.
Check the complete machine and the
grass catcher box (accessory – not
included in standard equipment) 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.
Components or guards that are removed
for maintenance operations must be
properly reinstalled immediately.
4.8 Storage for prolonged periods
without operation
Store the cooled machine in a dry and
locked place.
Ensure that the machine is protected from
unauthorised use (e.g. by children).
Thoroughly clean the machine before
storage (e.g. winter break).
Store the machine in good operational
condition.

4.9 Disposal

Ensure that old machines are properly
disposed of. Render the machine
unusable prior to disposal. In order to
prevent accidents, ensure that you remove
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the power supply cable or the electric
cable from the ON/OFF switch to the
motor.
Risk of injury caused by the scarifying
unit!
Always store an old machine in a safe
place prior to scrapping. Make sure that
the machine and the blades are kept out of
the reach of children.

5. Description of symbols

Caution!
Read the instruction man-
ual before initial use.
Risk of injury!
Keep other persons out of
the danger area.
Caution, sharp blades!
Keep fingers and toes away
from the blades. Disconnect
the mains plug from the
socket before performing
any repair, adjustment or
cleaning work or if the elec-
tric cable is tangled or
damaged. The blades con-
tinue to rotate after the
motor has been switched
off.
Danger of electric shock!
Keep the electric cable
away from the blades.
Risk of injury!
The blades continue to
rotate after the motor has
been switched off.
Wear safety glasses
Switch on the motor
Scarifying unit in transport
position
Scarifying unit in operating
position
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