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RMA 370
English
4
Notes on Operation
and
before
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carrying out inspections,
adjustments or cleaning work
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performing any work on the cutting
blade
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leaving the machine unattended
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Transport
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before storing the machine
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before performing repairs and
maintenance work
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in the event of danger or in an
emergency
This avoids the risk of the motor starting
unintentionally.
Before Starting Work
Check that your power tool is properly
assembled and in good condition – refer
to appropriate chapters in the instruction
manual.
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The switch lever and switch lever
lockout must move freely and return
to the idle position when they are
released.
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Switch lever locked in position when
switch lever lockout is not
depressed.
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Check that the cutting blade is
properly and securely mounted and
in good condition.
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Inspect the power tool for damage
or wear. Always replace damaged
parts.
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Do not use your power tool if safety
devices are damaged, the coasting
brake does not operate or safety
devices are not mounted (e.g.
ejection chute shield).
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Never use your machine with a
damaged grassbox.
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Never attempt to modify the controls
or safety devices in any way.
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Keep the handles dry and clean –
free from oil and dirt – for safe
control of the power tool.
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Check contacts in battery
compartment for foreign matter.
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Fit the battery correctly – it must
engage audibly.
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Never use defective or deformed
batteries.
To reduce the risk of accidents, do not
operate your power tool if it is not
properly assembled and in good
condition.
Switching on the machine
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 or with the cutting height set to the
lowest level.
Operate the machine only with the
battery compartment closed.
During Operation
Make sure you always have good
balance and secure footing.
In case of imminent danger or in an
emergency, switch off the power tool
immediately, remove the fuse key and
the battery.
To reduce the risk of injury from thrown
objects, do not allow any other persons
within a radius of 5 meters of your own
position. To reduce the risk of damage
to property, also maintain this distance
from other objects (vehicles, windows).
Remove the fuse key
take the battery out of the
machine
5 m (16 ft)