Instruction Manual

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case of an incorrectly sharpened blade
(incorrect sharpening angle, imbalance
etc.).
Sharpening instructions:
● Remove the mowing blade. (Ö 11.6)
● Cool the mowing blade when
sharpening, e.g. with water. The blade
must not be allowed to display blue
colouring, as this would reduce its
cutting quality.
● Sharpen the blade evenly to prevent
vibrations due to imbalance.
● Observe sharpening angle of 30°.
● After sharpening, remove any
sharpening burr at the cutting edge
using fine sandpaper if necessary.
11.8 Storage (winter break)
Store the machine in a dry and locked
place that is generally free of dust. Make
sure that it is kept out of the reach of
children.
Only store the lawn mower in good
operating condition, fold down the
handlebar if necessary.
Keep all nuts, pins and bolts tightly
fastened, replace danger signs and
warnings on the machine that have
become illegible, check the entire machine
for wear and damage. Replace all worn or
damaged parts.
Any machine faults must be completely
remedied prior to storage.
Note the following points when storing the
lawn mower for long periods (winter
break):
● Clean all external parts of the machine
with care.
● Thoroughly lubricate/grease all moving
parts.
12.1 Transport
Carrying the machine:
● Carry the lawn mower with one hand at
the transport handle (1) and the other
hand at the housing (2). Always ensure
sufficient distance between the mowing
blade and your body, particularly your
feet and legs.
or
● Carry the lawn mower with one hand at
the transport handle (1).
Securing the machine (lashing):
● Secure the lawn mower and grass
catcher box on the load floor using
suitable fastening materials.
● Fasten ropes or straps at the transport
handle (1) and at the lower
handlebars (3).
Important information on maintenance
and care of the product group
Lawn mower, manually operated and
mains-powered (STIHL RME)
STIHL assumes no liability for material or
personal damage caused by the non-
observance of information contained in the
operating instructions, in particular with
regard to safety, operation and
maintenance, or which arise through the
use of unauthorised attachment or spare
parts.
Please always observe the following
important information for the prevention of
damage or excessive wear to your STIHL
machine:
1. Wearing parts
Some parts of the STIHL machine are
subject to normal wear even when used
properly and must be replaced in due time
depending on type and duration of use.
These include:
–blades
2. Compliance with the information in
this instruction manual
The STIHL machine must be used,
maintained and stored with the care
described in this instruction manual. Any
damage caused by non-compliance with
the safety, operating and maintenance
instructions is the sole responsibility of the
user.
This applies in particular to:
– inadequately dimensioned power
cables (cross section),
12. Transport
Risk of injury!
Observe the section "For your
safety" before transporting. (Ö 4.)
When transporting, always wear
suitable safety clothing (safety
shoes, thick gloves).
Always disconnect the power cable
before lifting or transporting.
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13. Minimising wear and
preventing damage