Stihl RMA 370 Product Instruction Manual - Page 11

associations with respect to dust ("particulate matter.") When the inhalation of dust cannot be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at or near the ambient (background) level, the operator and any bystanders should wear a respirator approved by NIOSH / MSHA for the type of dust encountered. Operating Instructions To switch on motor and begin mowing, see chapter "Switching On". Start the machine on a flat surface. Do not tilt the machine when you switch on the motor. Do not switch on the machine in high grass. For specific starting instructions, see the appropriate section of your instruction manual. DANGER Keep Hands and Feet away from cutting blade. WARNING In the event of an emergency, switch off the motor immediately by releasing the switch lever and remove the fuse key and battery. WARNING The cutting blade continues to rotate for a short period after the switch lever is released (flywheel effect.) WARNING The rotating cutting blade may fling foreign objects directly or by ricochet a great distance. Keep bystanders, especially children, and animals away from the work area. 15 m (50 ft) To reduce the risk of injury ensure that bystanders are at least 50 feet (15 m) away. To reduce the risk of damage to property, also maintain this distance from such objects as vehicles or windows. Switch off the motor immediately by releasing the switch lever if you are approached. WARNING Avoid contact with electrical cables or wires - risk of electric shock. Operate the machine at walking pace only - never run. Always switch off the motor by releasing the switch lever before wheeling the machine over surfaces other than grass, to and from the grassed area, and when you remove the grass box. The machine must not be used for transporting persons, particularly children, or objects. Do not attach objects to the handlebar. English WARNING During cutting, check the tightness and the condition of the cutting blade at regular short intervals with the motor and blade stopped and the fuse key and battery removed. If the behavior of the blade changes during use, switch off the motor immediately, wait until the cutting blade stops, remove the fuse key and battery and check the screw securing the blade for tightness and the blade for cracks, wear and damage. Never examine the cutting blade while the motor is running. Never open the ejection chute shield or remove the grass box while the motor is running. There is otherwise a risk of injury from the rotating cutting blade. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor, remove the fuse key and battery and check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generelly a warning of trouble. WARNING If the cutting blade becomes obstructed, or if there is a blockage in the discharge duct or in the area of the cutting blade, always switch off the motor, remove the fuse key and battery and make sure the cutting blade has stopped before cleaning. In the event of contact with foreign matter, check the cutting blade for signs of damage. Do not operate your power tool with a damaged or bent blade shaft or motor shaft. RMA 370 9