Stihl RL-MM Instruction Manual page 3

3 Safety Precautions and Working Techniques
any questions in this respect, consult your
dealer.
Use only high-quality parts and accessories. Oth‐
erwise, there is a risk of accidents and damage
to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL
replacement parts, blades and accessories. They
are specifically designed to match the product
and meet your performance requirements.
The deflector on this power tool cannot protect
the operator from all objects thrown by the
attachment (stones, glass, wire, etc.). Ejected
objects may also ricochet and strike the operator.
Never attempt to modify your power tool in any
way since this may increase the risk of personal
injury. STIHL excludes all liability for personal
injury and damage to property caused while
using unauthorized attachments.
Do not use a high-pressure washer to clean the
power tool. The solid jet of water may damage
parts of the unit.
3.1 Clothing and Equipment
Wear proper protective clothing and equipment.
Clothing must be sturdy but allow
complete freedom of movement.
Wear close-fitting clothes such as a
boiler suit, not a loose jacket.
Do not wear clothing which could become trap‐
ped in wood, brush or moving parts of the
machine. Do not wear a scarf, necktie or jewelry.
Tie up and secure long hair above your should‐
ers.
Wear steel-toed safety boots with
non-slip soles.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of eye injuries,
wear close-fitting safety glasses in
accordance with European Standard
EN 166. Make sure the safety
glasses are a snug fit.
Wear "personal" sound protection, e.g. ear
defenders.
Wear sturdy protective gloves made
of a resistant material (e. g. leather).
STIHL offers a comprehensive range of personal
protective equipment.
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3.2 Transporting the machine
Always stop the engine.
Carry your power tool by the handle, attachment
in front of you.
Do not touch hot parts of the machine – risk of
burn injury!
By vehicle: When transporting in a vehicle, prop‐
erly secure your machine to prevent turnover,
damage and fuel spillage.
3.3 Before starting
Check that your power tool is properly assem‐
bled and in good condition – refer to the appro‐
priate chapters in the MultiEngine and MultiTool
user manuals.
– Blade correctly and securely mounted and in
good condition (clean, move freely, not war‐
ped)
– Inspect the deflectors for damage and wear.
Do not operate the machine with a damaged
deflector – replace damaged parts.
– Never attempt to modify the controls or safety
devices.
– Keep the handles dry and clean – free from oil
and dirt – this is important for safe control of
the machine.
– Swing the bike handle to the normal operating
position and tighten it down firmly with the
rotary knob. See chapter on "Adjusting the
Bike Handle" in the MultiEngine user manual.
The power tool must only be operated when it is
in good operating condition – Risk of accident!
Check the gearbox for correct position, adjust if
necessary. This helps reduce the risk of injury
from the MultiTool rotating in the wrong direction.
See also notes on "Mounting the MultiTool".
Ensure that the gear unit and the
rotor blades are correctly attached
and aligned and avoid contact with
the rotor blades - risk of injury!
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