Maintenance And Repairs - Stihl RT 5097 Manual De Instrucciones

4.8 Maintenance and repairs

Before beginning cleaning,
adjustment, repair and
maintenance operations, park
the machine on firm, level ground, engage
the parking brake, stop the engine, allow it
to cool down and remove the ignition key.
Allow the machine to cool down before
working on or around the engine, exhaust
manifold or muffler; this also applies in
particular to all maintenance operations on
the mowing deck. Temperatures of 80 °C
and above can be reached. Danger of
burns:
Direct contact with engine oil can be
dangerous. Engine oil must not be spilled.
STIHL recommends leaving the task of
topping up engine oil or performing engine
oil changes to a STIHL specialist dealer.
Cleaning:
Following operation, the entire ride-on
mower and the attachments must be
cleaned. In particular, all grass residues
must be removed because the moisture
these contain leads to damage in the long
term.
STIHL does not recommend the use of
high-pressure cleaners. ( 15.2)
Remove the mowing deck for cleaning
operations. Never clean the mowing deck
using water under high pressure (e.g.
garden hose) or by engaging the mowing
deck in puddles of water.
Never drive close to an edge or a ditch for
the purpose of cleaning (e.g. the frame of)
the ride-on mower.
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In order to prevent fire hazards, keep the
engine, cooling ribs, battery compartment,
area around the fuel tank and exhaust free
from grass, leaves or escaping oil (or
grease).
Always clean the grass catcher box.
Maintenance operations:
Only maintenance operations described in
this instruction manual may be carried out.
Have all other work performed by a
specialist dealer.
If you do not have the necessary expertise
or auxiliary equipment, please always
contact a specialist dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have
maintenance operations and repairs
performed exclusively by a STIHL
specialist dealer.
STIHL specialist dealers regularly attend
training courses and are provided with
technical information.
Only use tools, accessories or
attachments approved for this machine by
STIHL or technically identical parts.
Otherwise, there may be a risk of
accidents resulting in personal injury or
damage to the machine. If you have any
questions, please consult a specialist
dealer.
The characteristics of original STIHL tools,
accessories and spare parts are optimally
adapted to the machine and the user's
requirements. Genuine STIHL spare parts
can be recognised by the STIHL spare
parts number, by the STIHL lettering and,
if present, by the STIHL spare parts
symbol. On smaller parts, only the symbol
may be present.
The ride-on mower and all attachments
should be inspected once annually by a
specialist dealer. ( 15.1)
Always keep warning and information
stickers clean and readable. Damaged or
missing stickers must be replaced by new,
original plates from your STIHL specialist
dealer. If a component is replaced with a
new component, ensure that the new
component is provided with the same
stickers.
For safety reasons, fuel-carrying
components (fuel line, fuel cock, fuel tank,
tank cap, connections, etc.) must be
checked regularly for damage and leaks
and replaced by a technician if necessary
(STIHL recommends STIHL specialist
dealers).
Before starting work on or near electrical
components, the negative (–) cable must
be disconnected from the battery.
The machine is equipped with numerous
safety devices. These devices must not be
removed or modified (bypassed, etc.) and
must be checked at regular intervals.
Operations on the safety devices must
only be carried out by a technician. STIHL
recommends STIHL specialist dealers for
this purpose.
Be aware that moving one cutting tool
results in the turning of the other cutting
tools.
Ensure that all nuts, pins and screws,
especially the blade fastening screws, are
securely tightened, so that the machine is
in a safe operating condition.
For safety reasons, worn or damaged
parts must be replaced immediately.
Check the grass catcher unit (e.g. grass
catcher box, discharge chute) regularly for
wear, damage or loss of functionality.
Particular care is required when working
under the machine, due to the weight of
the ride-on mower. Consult your specialist
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