Storage And Periods Of Inoperation (Winter Break); Transport; Transporting The Tiller - Stihl MH 445 Instruction Manual

12.5 Storage and periods of
inoperation (winter break)
Store the tiller in the normal position
(transport chassis folded out). For space-
saving storage, fold the handlebar
downwards as shown.
Danger of tipping over!
The tiller can tip over forwards if the
hoes are poorly positioned. For that
reason, always check that the tiller
is stable.
If necessary, turn the hoes slightly
to reduce the top-heaviness.
Alternatively support the tiller in the
area of the carrying handle during
storage.
Store the machine in a dry, locked, dust-
free room. Make sure that it is out of the
reach of children.
Any faults must always be remedied prior
to storage. The machine must always be in
a safe operating condition. Keep all nuts,
pins and screws tightly fastened, replace
danger signs and warnings on the
machine that have become illegible and
check the entire machine for wear and
damage. Replace all worn and damaged
parts.
Also note the following points when storing
the machine for long periods (winter
break):
● Clean all external parts of the machine
with care.
● Empty the fuel tank and carburettor.
● Thoroughly lubricate/grease all moving
parts.
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● Unscrew the spark plug (see engine
instruction manual) and pour approx.
3 cm³ of engine oil into the engine via
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the spark plug hole. Turn the engine
several times with the spark plug
removed (pull the recoil starter rope).
Fire hazard!
Keep the spark plug socket away
from the spark plug hole due to the
danger of ignition.
● Screw the spark plug back in (see
engine instruction manual).
● Perform an oil change (see engine
instruction manual).
● Cover the engine and store the
machine in the normal position.

13. Transport

13.1 Transporting the tiller

Risk of injury!
Observe the safety instructions in
the "For your safety" section (
especially the "Transport" section
( 4.4).
Prior to transporting, stop the
engine, detach the spark plug
socket and put on suitable safety
clothing (safety shoes, gloves,
overall covering hands and legs).
Take weight into account! (
1 Pulling or pushing the tiller:
● Set the brake spur to the highest
position. ( 11.5)
● Fold out the transport chassis. (
● Hold the tiller at both handles (1) and tilt
backwards until the machine is standing
on the transport wheels.
● Push or pull the tiller slowly (walking
pace).
On firm and level ground, push the
machine. On rough and uneven ground,
it is advisable to pull the machine.
Risk of injury!
Due to the heavy weight of the
machine, particular care must be
taken at steps, kerbs, sloping
ramps and other raised areas.
The user must always stand higher
than the machine, in order to avoid
being run over by the machine in
the case of loss of control – i.e.
push the machine down or pull the
machine up steps and slopes.
Do not push or pull the machine
over more than two or three steps.
Where there are more steps, carry
the tiller with the help of a second
person.
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2 Lifting or carrying the tiller:
● Check that the upper handlebar is
seated securely.
4.),
● Lift and carry the tiller with at least two
persons and always maintain a
sufficient distance from the hoes.
Lifting points:
Handles (1) and carrying handle (2)
3 Transporting the tiller on a load
floor:
18.)
● Always transport the tiller in the upright
position – on the transport chassis and
hoes. Never place the machine on its
side.
11.4)
● To ensure stability, fold out the
transport chassis (
the hoes ( 7.7), (
11.4) and mount
7.8).
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