Stihl RL 540 User Manual

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DEFRNLITESPTNOSVFIDAPLSLSKHU EN
0478 670 9907 C - EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We
develop and manufacture our quality
products to meet our customers'
requirements. The products are designed
for reliability even under extreme
conditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service
quality. Our specialist dealers guarantee
competent advice and instruction as well
as comprehensive service support.
We thank you for your confidence in us
and hope you will enjoy working with your
STIHL product.
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE.
2.1 General
This instruction manual constitutes
original manufacturer’s instructions in
the sense of EC Directive 2006/42/EC.
Printed on chlorine-free bleached paper. Paper is recyclable. Cover is halogen free.
1. Table of contents
Notes on the instruction manual 27
General 27
Instructions for reading the
instruction manual 28
Machine overview 28
For your safety 28
General 28
Refilling the tank – handling petrol 30
Clothing and equipment 30
Transporting the machine 30
Before operation 31
Working with your machine 31
Maintenance and repairs 33
Storage for prolonged periods
without operation 34
Disposal 34
Description of symbols 34
Standard equipment 35
Preparing the machine for
operation 35
Assembling the handlebar 35
Attaching and detaching the recoil
starter rope 35
Fuel and engine oil 35
Folding down the handlebar 36
Scarifying unit 36
Adjusting the working depth 36
Notes on working with the
machine 36
Notes on scarifying 36
Working area for operator 37
If the scarifying unit becomes
blocked 37
Safety devices 37
Safety devices 37
Motorstop lever 37
Operating the machine 37
Starting the engine 37
Stopping the engine 38
Maintenance 38
General 38
Cleaning the machine 38
Scarifying unit 38
Wheels 38
Engine 38
Storage and winter break 38
Transport 39
Transporting 39
Minimising wear and preventing
damage 39
Environmental protection 40
Standard spare parts 40
Accessories 40
EU - Declaration of conformity 40
STIHL RL 540.0 Scarifier 40
Technical specifications 41
REACH 41
Troubleshooting 41
Service schedule 43
Handover confirmation 43
Service confirmation 43
2. Notes on the instruction
manual

Stihl RL 540 Specifications

General

Grass Catcher Box Capacity	60 l
Weight	32 kg
Sound Power Level	96 dB(A)
Drive	Self-propelled
Cutting Height Adjustment	7-setting (central)