Guide To Using This Manual; Overview - Stihl RM 448.1 VC Instruction Manual

3 Overview

Local safety regulations apply.
► In addition to this instruction manual, read,
understand and keep the following documents:
– Instruction manual for the STIHL EVC 300.0
engine
2.2 Warning Notices in Text
DANGER
■ This notice refers to risks which result in seri‐
ous or fatal injury.
► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by
taking the precautions mentioned.
WARNING
■ This notice refers to risks which can result in
serious or fatal injury.
► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by
taking the precautions mentioned.
NOTICE
■ This notice refers to risks which can result in
damage to property.
► Damage to property can be avoided by tak‐
ing the precautions mentioned.
2.3 Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.
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3 Overview
3.1 Lawn Mower
1 Control bar for mowing
The control bar for mowing is used to start
and stop the engine.
2 Handlebar
The handlebar is used to hold, guide and
transport the lawn mower.
3 Control bar for self-propulsion
The control bar for self-propulsion engages
and disengages self-propulsion.
4 Lever
The lever is used to set the self-propulsion
speed.
5 Level indicator
The level indicator shows how full the grass
catcher box is.
6 Discharge flap
The discharge flap closes off the discharge
chute.
7 Lever
The lever is used to set the cutting height.
8 Handle
The handle is used to hold the lawn mower
when adjusting the cutting height and to
transport the lawn mower.
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