Stihl MM 56 Instruction Manual page 5

3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
Arrows on the rotor blades show the direction of
rotation. The arrows on the rotor blades must
point in the same direction as the arrows on the
gearbox.
Ensure that the gear box and the
rotor blades are correctly attached
and aligned. Avoid contact with the
rotor blades - risk of injury!
If you use metal tools, position the gearbox so
that the axle is below the drive shaft.
Use this position for:
– BF-MM cultivator
– 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 this position for:
– KB-MM bristle brush
– KW-MM sweeper drum assembly
3.5 Starting the engine
Start the engine at least 3 meters from the refuel‐
ing spot and only outdoors.
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.
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"
position. Always stand to one side of
the machine when starting – never in
front of the tools. To reduce the risk
of injury, avoid contact with the work‐
ing tool.
Do not drop-start the power tool – start the
engine as described in the User Manual. Note
that the attachment continues to run for a short
period after you let go of the throttle trigger – fly‐
wheel effect.
Check idle speed setting: The attachment must
be stationary when the engine is idling with the
throttle trigger released.
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Keep easily combustible materials (e.g., wood
chips, bark, dry grass, fuel) away from hot
exhaust gases and hot muffler surfaces – risk of
fire!
See also notes on "Starting / Stopping the
Engine" in the user manual of the MultiTool you
are using.
3.6 Holding and Controlling the
Power Tool
Make sure you always have a firm and secure
footing.
Always hold the unit firmly with both hands on
the handles.
Right hand on control handle, left hand on grip
on handlebar.
3.7 While Working
In the event of impending danger or in an emer‐
gency, switch off the engine immediately by
pressing the stop switch.
To reduce the risk of injury from contact with the
tool and ejected objects, do not allow any other
persons within a radius of 5 meters of your own
position.This distance must also be maintained in
relation to objects (vehicles, window panes) –
risk of property damage!
The correct engine idle speed is important to
ensure that the work tool stops moving when you
let go of the throttle trigger. If the working tool
continues to move when the engine is idling,
have your dealer check the machine and make
proper adjustments or repairs. Check and correct
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