Stihl RLA 240.0 Instruction Manual page 30

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– If material removed from the lawn is to be
ejected to the rear: the grass catcher box is
detached and the discharge flap is closed.
– The roller is correctly attached.
– Genuine STIHL accessories for this lawn
scarifier are attached.
– The accessories are correctly attached.
WARNING
■ If not in safe condition, components may no
longer operate correctly and safety devices
may be disabled. This may result in serious or
fatal injury to people.
► Do not use a damaged lawn scarifier.
► If the lawn scarifier is dirty: clean the lawn
scarifier.
► If the lawn scarifier is wet: dry the lawn
scarifier.
► Do not modify the lawn scarifier.
► If the controls are not working: do not use
the lawn scarifier.
► If material removed from the lawn is to be
collected in the grass catcher box: attach
the grass catcher box as described in this
instruction manual.
► Attach genuine STIHL accessories for this
lawn scarifier.
► Attach the roller as described in this instruc‐
tion manual.
► Attach accessories as described in this
instruction manual or in the instruction man‐
ual for the accessories.
► Do not insert objects into the apertures in
the lawn scarifier.
► Replace worn or damaged warning signs.
► If anything is unclear: consult a STIHL spe‐
cialist dealer.
4.6.2 Rollers
The scarifying roller and the combing roller are in
safe condition when the following conditions are
met:
– The shaft, blades, spring-tines and attach‐
ments are not damaged.
– The shaft, blades and spring-tines are not
deformed.
– The roller is correctly attached.
– The blades and spring-tines are burr-free.
– The minimum length of the blades is not fallen
below, 20.2.
WARNING
■ In unsafe condition, parts of the blade and
spring-tine may come loose and be expel‐
led.This may result in serious injury to people.
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► Use undamaged blades, spring-tines and
attachments.
► If the minimum length of the blades is fallen
below:replace the scarifying roller.
► If anything is unclear:consult a STIHL spe‐
cialist dealer.
4.6.3 Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following
points are observed:
– Battery is undamaged.
– The battery is clean and dry.
– Battery functions properly and has not been
modified.
WARNING
■ A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot
operate safely. Persons may be seriously
injured.
► Never work with a damaged battery.
► Never attempt to charge a damaged or
defective battery.
► If the battery is dirty: Clean the battery.
► If the battery is wet or damp: Allow the bat‐
tery to dry, 20.5.
► Never attempt to modify the battery.
► Never insert objects in the battery's open‐
ings.
► Never bridge the battery's contacts with
metallic objects (short circuit).
► Do not open the battery.
► Replace worn or damaged labels.
■ Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If that
liquid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
the skin or eyes may be irritated.
► Avoid contact with the liquid.
► If skin contact occurs: Wash affected areas
of skin with plenty of water and soap.
► In the event of contact with eyes: Rinse
eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes and consult a doctor.
■ A damaged or defective battery may smell
unusual, emit smoke or burn. Persons may be
seriously or fatally injured, and property may
be damaged.
► If the battery smells unusual or emits
smoke: do not use the battery and keep it
away from combustible substances.
► If the battery catches fire: Attempt to extin‐
guish the battery with a fire extinguisher or
water.
4 Safety Precautions
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