After Finishing Work; Transporting; Storing - Stihl RM 4.0 RV Gebrauchsanleitung

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back into the turf. The clippings remain on the
lawn surface where they partially decompose
and serve as a natural fertiliser. To ensure a per‐
fect, thick lawn, mulch regularly, removing one
third of the grass height.
Requirements for good mulching results:
– Frequency: At least twice a week in the spring
(main period of growth) and once a week in
the summer and autumn.
– Mow the lawn when dry if possible.
– Use well-sharpened cutting blades.
– Select a low rate of feed.
– Vary the mowing direction and ensure that the
mowing strips overlap.
– Always mow very tall grass in stages.
► If working with self-propulsion engaged: Drive
the lawn mower forwards in a controlled man‐
ner.
► If working with self-propulsion disengaged:
Push the lawn mower forwards slowly and in a
controlled manner.

12 After Finishing Work

12.1 After Finishing Work
► Stop the engine.
► If the lawn mower is wet: allow the lawn
mower to dry.
► Clean the lawn mower.

13 Transporting

13.1 Transporting the Lawn Mower
► Stop the engine.
The blade must not be turning.
► Detach the spark plug socket.
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Pushing the lawn mower
► Push the lawn mower forwards slowly and in a
controlled manner.
Carrying the lawn mower
► Wear work gloves made from resistant mate‐
rial.
► If the lawn mower is being carried with the
handlebar unfolded:
► One person holds the lawn mower by the
front transport handle using both hands and
another person holds the handlebar using
both hands.
► The lawn mower must be lifted and carried
by two people.
► If the lawn mower is being carried with the
handlebar folded:
► Fold down the handlebar.
► One person holds the lawn mower by the
front transport handle using both hands and
another person holds the rear transport han‐
dle using both hands.
► The lawn mower must be lifted and carried
by two people.
Transporting the lawn mower in a vehicle
► Secure the lawn mower upright so it does not
tip over and cannot move.

14 Storing

14.1 Storing the Lawn Mower
► Stop the engine and allow it to cool down.
► Detach the spark plug socket.
12 After Finishing Work
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