User Manual

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– if self-propulsion is permanently
engaged. This means that the lawn
mower automatically begins to move
when the recoil starter rope is pulled,
despite the self-propulsion lever not
being actuated.
Checking the cable tension:
● Actuate the self-propulsion lever while
pulling the lawn mower backwards.
The drive wheels must lock after
approx. one third of the lever travel.
Adjusting the cable:
● The cable tension is increased by
turning adjustment screw (1) on the left
on the upper handlebar in the "+"
direction and reduced by turning in the
"–" direction.
12.8 Engine
Maintenance interval:
See engine instruction manual.
General information:
Observe the operating and maintenance
instructions contained in the attached
engine instruction manual.
To achieve a long service life, it is always
particularly important to maintain a
sufficient level of oil and to change the oil
and air filter regularly.
The recommended oil change intervals as
well as information on engine oil and oil
capacities can also be found in the engine
instruction manual.
The cooling ribs must always be kept clean
to ensure that the engine is adequately
cooled.
12.9 Battery and charger maintenance
Maintenance interval:
See engine instruction manual.
12.10 Wheels and gearbox
The wheel bearings are maintenance-free.
The gearbox is maintenance-free.
12.11 Lawn roller maintenance
The drive chain must be regularly
lubricated, the ball bearings and
rollers are maintenance-free.
Maintenance interval:
Once annually or as required
● For servicing purposes, remove
screw (1, Torx 25) and remove
cover (2).
● Lubricate the drive chain using a
commercially available grease.
12.12 Storage and periods of
inoperation (winter break)
Store the machine in a dry, locked, dust-
free place. Make sure that it is out of the
reach of children.
Any faults must be remedied prior to
storage. The machine must always be in a
safe operating condition.
Empty the fuel tank and carburettor prior to
storage (e.g. by running empty).
Also note the following points when storing
the machine for long periods (winter
break):
● Clean all external parts of the machine
with care.
● Thoroughly lubricate/grease all moving
parts.
● Unscrew the spark plug (see engine
instruction manual) and pour approx.
3 cm³ of engine oil into the engine via
the spark plug hole. Turn the engine
several times with the spark plug
removed (pull the recoil starter rope).
● Screw the spark plug back in (see
engine instruction manual).
● Perform an oil change (see engine
instruction manual).
RM 545 VE:
● Remove the battery and store
separately from the machine out of
reach of unauthorised persons in a dry,
dust-free and frost-free room.
● Charge the battery completely before
the start of the season. (Ö 8.6)
Risk of injury!
The self-propulsion cable must be
correctly adjusted before the
machine is operated. If necessary,
consult a specialist dealer. STIHL
recommends STIHL specialist
dealers.
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Fire hazard!
Keep the spark plug socket away
from the spark plug hole due to the
danger of ignition.