Stihl RMA 370 Product Instruction Manual - Page 7

THE POWER TOOL For illustrations and definitions of the power tool parts see the chapter on "Main Parts." WARNING Never modify your lawn mower in any way. Only attachments supplied by STIHL and expressly approved by STIHL for use with the specific STIHL model are authorized. Although certain unauthorized attachments are useable with STIHL power tools, their use may, in fact, be extremely dangerous. If your lawn mower is subjected to unusually high loads for which it was not designed (e.g. heavy impact or a fall), always check that it is in good condition before continuing work - see also "Before Starting Work." Make sure the safety devices are working properly. Do not continue operating your lawn mower if it is damaged. In case of doubt, have it checked by your STIHL servicing dealer. Battery WARNING Risk of fire, explosion and/or burns, including chemical burns. Do not disassemble, crush, heat above 212 °F (100 °C), expose to fire or incinerate. Never expose the battery to microwaves or high pressures. Do not place the battery on or near fires, stoves or in other high-temperature locations. Do not place the battery in direct sunlight or store it inside a vehicle in hot weather. Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat, rupture or ignite. Using the batteries in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy. In case of fire: Stay clear of any vapors or gases generated, taking wind direction into account. If possible without danger, remove battery from the vicinity of the fire. In principle, cooling the battery or extinguishing the fire with water is possible. It is preferable to extinguish the fire with a multipurpose dry chemical fire extinguisher. As for any fire, evacuate the area and fight the fire from a safe distance. Once the fire has been extinguished, the area should be monitored (fire watch) in case of a flareup, until the battery has cooled sufficiently. Restrict access to the area until completion of clean-up. Do not touch the burnt battery or any spilled liquids. Use inert absorbent to absorb spilled liquids. Use and store the battery only within a temperature range from 14 °F (-10 °C) and no more than 122 °F (+ 50 °C). Protect the battery from direct sunlight. WARNING Use STIHL batteries only with STIHL power tools and charge them only with STIHL chargers. Replace battery with STIHL AP battery only. Use only original STIHL rechargeable batteries. Charge the battery before use. English Protect from rain - do not immerse in fluids. WARNING Do not open, drop, hit or damage battery. Never insert objects into the battery's cooling slots, since they may damage the battery. The battery contains safety features and devices which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate heat, rupture or ignite. Never use or charge a defective, damaged, cracked or deformed battery. Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging or storing, it emits an unusual smell, feels hot or appears abnormal in any other way. WARNING Fluid may leak from the battery if it is damaged or is not used properly - avoid contact with the skin! Leaking battery fluid can cause skin irritation and chemical burns. In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse thoroughly with mild soap and water. If fluid gets into your eye(s), do not rub your eye(s) but rinse water over the open eye(s) for 15 minutes at least. Also seek medical attention immediately. WARNING Never bridge (short circuit) the battery terminals with metallic objects, since this may damage the battery and possibly cause a fire. Keep a battery that is not in RMA 370 5