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ENNO
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0478 403 9802 B - EN
Slowly pull out recoil starter rope (1) to
the point of compression resistance.
Then pull forcefully with one swift tug to
arm's length. Slowly return recoil starter
rope (1) so that it is rolled up again.
Repeat the procedure until the engine
starts.
11.7 Stopping the engine
In order to stop the engine, move the
throttle lever to the Stop position.
(Ö 8.1)
The engine comes to a stop after a
short run-down time.
11.8 Engaging and disengaging self-
propulsion (forwards)
Engaging self-propulsion (forwards):
Move the tiller to the area to be tilled
with the engine stopped. (Ö 13.)
Start the engine. (Ö 11.6)
Hold the tiller firmly at the handles with
both hands.
Actuate and hold the black self-
propulsion lever (forwards). (Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools begins to rotate and the tiller
moves forwards.
Disengaging self-propulsion
(forwards):
Release self-propulsion lever
(forwards). (Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools stops.
11.9 Engaging and disengaging self-
propulsion (reverse) (MH 445 R,
MH 560, MH 585, MH 685)
The MH 445 R, MH 560, MH 585, MH 685
tillers are equipped with a reverse gear.
During tilling, the reverse gear serves
exclusively to free the tiller more easily
when it has become stuck. Reverse gear is
not intended for tilling purposes.
Engaging self-propulsion (reverse):
Move the tiller to the area to be tilled
with the engine stopped. (Ö 13.1)
Start the engine. (Ö 11.6)
Hold the tiller firmly at the handles with
both hands.
Actuate and hold the red self-
propulsion lever (reverse). (Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools begins to rotate and the tiller
moves backwards.
Disengaging self-propulsion (reverse):
Release self-propulsion lever (reverse).
(Ö 8.2)
The drive shaft with the installed work
tools stops.
11.10 Tilling
During tilling, rotating hoes are used to
loosen the soil and prepare it for the
sowing, cultivation or care of plants.
Move the tiller to the area to be tilled
with the engine stopped. (Ö 13.1)
Fold in the transport chassis. (Ö 11.4)
Start the engine. (Ö 11.6)
Hold the tiller firmly at the handles with
both hands and maintain a secure
footing – note working area for
operator. (Ö 10.1)
Actuate and hold self-propulsion lever
(forwards). (Ö 11.8)
The hoes start to rotate and tilling can
begin.
After work is completed, disengage
self-propulsion (Ö 11.8), stop the
engine (Ö 11.7) and clean the machine
(Ö 12.2).
Risk of injury!
Ensure sufficient space between
the operator's body and the
handlebar before engaging self-
propulsion (reverse).
Risk of injury!
Only work in a forward direction.
Beware of obstacles (e.g. stone
slabs of paths), which must not be
run over.
12. Maintenance
Risk of injury!
Carefully read the section "For your
safety" (Ö 4.), particularly the
subsection "Maintenance and
repairs" (Ö 4.7), and follow all
safety instructions exactly before
performing any maintenance or
cleaning operations on the
machine.
Detach the spark plug
socket before performing
any maintenance or
cleaning operations.

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BrandStihl
ModelMH 585
CategoryTiller
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