The fastening elements for the
mowing blade (e.g. blade fastening
screw) must be replaced when
replacing the blade, i.e. when
installing the blade. Spare parts are
available from a STIHL specialist
dealer.
17. Accessories
Additional accessories are available for
the machine.
Further information is available from your
STIHL specialist dealer, on the internet
(www.stihl.com) or in the
STIHL catalogue.
For safety reasons, only
accessories approved by STIHL
may be used with the machine.
18. Environmental protection
Lawn clippings should be
composted and not disposed of
in household waste.
The machine, its packaging and
accessories are all produced
from recyclable materials and must be
disposed of accordingly.
By disposing of materials separately and in
an environmentally friendly manner,
recyclable waste can be re-used. For this
reason, the machine should be disposed
of for recycling at the end of its useful life.
Improper disposal may be harmful to
health and pollute the environment.
Waste products such as used oil (engine
oil, gearbox oil), fuel and batteries must
always be disposed of properly. Observe
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local regulations.
Remove the battery before disposing of
the machine.
Do not dispose of the battery with
domestic waste, but hand it in to a
specialist dealer or at a hazardous waste
collection point.
Consult your recycling centre or your
specialist dealer for information on the
proper disposal of waste products.
STIHL recommends STIHL specialist
dealers.
19. Minimising wear and
preventing damage
Important information on maintenance
and care of the product group
lawn mower with driver's seat and
combustion engine (STIHL RT)
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:
– Mowing blade
– Grass catcher box
– V-belt
– Battery
– Tyres, rollers
– Spark plugs
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:
– Improper use of the product.
– Use of fuel and lubricants not approved
by STIHL (lubricants, petrol and engine
oil, see engine manufacturer's
specifications).
– Product modifications not approved by
STIHL.
– Use of tools or accessories which are
not approved or suitable for the
machine, or are of inferior quality.
– Use of the product for sporting or
competitive events.
– Resultant damage due to continued use
of the product with defective
components.
3. Maintenance operations
All operations listed in the section
"Maintenance" must be performed
regularly.
If these maintenance operations cannot be
carried out by the user, a specialist dealer
must be commissioned to perform them.
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