Stihl RMA 510 Instruction Manual page 13

If the motor is thermally overloaded
during operation, it is designed to cut out
automatically and must cool down
before it is restarted. Causes of
overload:
Mowing overlong grass or cutting
–
height set too low.
Feed rate too high from walking too
–
fast.
Dirty cooling air inlets (intake slots).
–
Do not operate the mower at
temperatures below 41 °F (5 °C).
Do not mow wet grass.
The drive motor is not
waterproof. Never work
with the lawn mower in
the rain or in wet or very
damp locations.
Do not leave the mower outdoors in the
rain.
Do not operate the machine when there
is a risk of lightning strike.
The switch and safety devices installed
in the machine must not be removed or
bypassed. In particular, never secure
the switch lever to the handle (e.g. by
tying it).
Do not operate the machine with a
folded handle.
Do not switch on the motor if either the
rear or side ejection chute is not
shielded appropriately.
RMA 510
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
STORING
If you make a warranty claim for a
component which has not been serviced
or maintained properly STIHL may deny
coverage.
WARNING
Use only identical STIHL replacement
parts for maintenance and repair,
including the cutting blade. Use of non-
STIHL parts may reduce operational
efficiency or may cause serious or fatal
injury.
Strictly follow the maintenance and
repair instructions in the appropriate
section of your instruction manual.
Please also refer to the maintenance
chart in this manual.
WARNING
Always switch off the
motor, remove the fuse
key and battery and
make sure that the cut -
ting blade is stopped
before doing any mainte -
nance or repair work,
replacing the cutting
attachment or cleaning
the mower. This avoids
the risk of the motor start -
ing unintentionally. Do
not attempt any mainte -
nance or repair work not
described in your instruc -
tion manual. STIHL
recommends having such
work performed by your
STIHL servicing dealer.
Tighten all nuts, bolts and screws after
each use.
Regularly check the electrical contacts
and ensure that the insulation of the
power cord and plug of the charger is in
good condition and shows no sign of
damage.
Electrical components, e.g. power cord
of charger, may only be repaired or
replaced by a qualified electrician.
Clean plastic components with a cloth.
Do not use aggressive detergents. They
may damage the plastic.
Clean cooling air inlets in motor housing
as necessary.
Do not spray the mower with water.
Do not clean your mower with a
pressure washer. The solid jet of water
may damage parts of the machine.
Keep the battery guides free from
foreign matter – clean as necessary.
Maintain or replace warning and
instruction labels as necessary.
Store the mower in a dry, locked location
with the fuse key and battery removed
and out of reach of children.
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