13. Transport
13.1 Transport
Risk of injury!
Observe the section "For your
safety" before transporting. (
Always wear suitable safety
clothing when transporting (safety
shoes, thick gloves).
Always detach the spark plug
socket before lifting or transporting.
For safety reasons, STIHL
recommends lifting or carrying the
machine only with the aid of a
second person.
Before lifting, note the weight
indicated in the section "Technical
specifications".
Carrying the machine:
● Only hold the machine at
carrying handle (1) and at
handlebar (2). Always ensure sufficient
distance between the mowing blade
and your body, particularly your feet
and legs.
Securing the machine (lashing):
● Secure the machine on the load
floor using suitable fastening
material and transport upright on its 4
wheels only.
● Attach ropes or straps at lower
handlebar (3).
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14. Environmental protection
Lawn clippings should be
composted and not disposed of
in household waste.
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The machine, its packaging and
accessories are all produced
from recyclable materials and must be
4.)
disposed of accordingly.
By disposing of materials separately, and
in an environmentally friendly manner,
valuable resources can be re-used. For
this reason, the machine should be
disposed of for recycling at the end of its
useful life. Pay particular attention to the
information in the "Disposal" section
during disposal (
Consult your recycling centre or your
specialist dealer for information on the
proper disposal of waste products.
Waste products such as
batteries must always be
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disposed of properly. Observe
local regulations. Do not
dispose of the battery with
domestic waste, but hand it in to a
specialist dealer or at a hazardous waste
collection point.
● Remove the battery (
dispose of separately from the lawn
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mower.
4.10).
8.6) and
15. Minimising wear and
preventing damage
Important information on maintenance
and care of the product group
petrol lawn mowers (STIHL RM)
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 or multi-blade
– Grass catcher box
– V-belt (RM 545 T, RM 545 V,
RM 545 VE, RM 545 VM, RM 545 VR)
– Skirting protectors
– Battery (RM 545 VE)
– Drive chain (RM 545 VR)
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
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