Stihl RL-MM Instruction Manual page 8

5m (16ft)
To reduce the risk of injury from contact
with the blades, do not allow
bystanders within 5 m of your own
position.
Before starting work, inspect the area for
stones, glass, pieces of metal, trash or
other solid objects. Such objects may
damage the blades.
Be extremely cautious when changing
direction with the aerator – especially on
slopes.
Never work on steep slopes because of
the risk of injury through loss of control
of the aerator.
To reduce the risk of
injury, keep your hands
and feet well away from
the blades. Never touch a
rotating blade.
Always stand behind the deflector or to
one side of the machine during aerating
work – never in front of the blades.
RL-MM
The correct engine idle speed is
important to ensure that the blades stop
rotating when you let go of the throttle
trigger.
Check and correct the idle speed setting
at regular intervals – see MultiEngine
instruction manual. If the blades still
rotate, have your STIHL dealer check
your power tool and make proper
adjustments or repairs.
To reduce the risk of injury, take
particular care when working close to
fences, walls, stones, roots, trees and
areas of dense growth. Solid objects can
be thrown or damage the blades.
When operating next to high scrub,
bushes and hedges, take care not to
harm small animals (e.g. hedgehogs).
Clean the blades and deflector after
finishing work – always stop the engine
and disconnect the spark plug boot
before cleaning. Remove grass, weeds,
mud, etc.
Check the blades at regular short
intervals, particularly if there is any
noticeable change in behavior:
– Shut off the engine, hold the unit
firmly. Brake the blades to a
standstill by pushing them against
the ground.
– Check condition and tightness –
look for cracks.
– Replace damaged blades
immediately – even if they have only
minor hairline cracks – perform
ringing test.
To reduce the risk of unintentional
engine start and injury, always shut off
the engine and remove the spark plug
boot before checking or changing
blades.
Do not attempt to repair damaged or
cracked blades, e.g. by welding or
straightening. Do not continue using the
aerator if the blades are damaged
After finishing work, clean dirt, soil,
moss, weeds, etc. off the blades –
always turn off the engine and make
sure the blades have stopped before
cleaning. Wear gloves to reduce the risk
of injury.
Do not use a grease solvent for
cleaning.
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