Stihl RM 248.3 User Manual

20 Spark plug
The spark plug ignites the fuel/air mixture in
the engine.
21 Muffler
The muffler reduces the lawn mower's noise
level.
22 Engine oil cap
The engine oil cap seals the opening for add‐
ing engine oil.
# Rating plate with machine number
3.2 Symbols
The symbols can be on the lawn mower and
have the following meaning:
This symbol identifies the fuel tank
cap.
This symbol identifies the engine oil
cap.
L
W
A
Guaranteed sound power level in
accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC
in dB(A) for the purpose of comparing
the sound emissions of products.
Do not dispose of the product with
domestic waste.
Set the cutting height.
Grass catcher box level indicator
Start the engine.
4 Safety Precautions
4.1 Warning Symbols
The warning symbols on the lawn mower have
the following meaning:
Follow the safety instructions and their
measures.
Read, understand and keep the
instruction manual.
Beware of objects being thrown up -
keep a safe distance and keep other
people away.
Do not touch a turning blade.
Detach the spark plug socket during
transport, storage, maintenance or
repair.
4.2 Intended Use
The STIHL RM 248.3 or RM 253.3 lawn mower
is used to mow and mulch grass.
WARNING
■ Failure to use the lawn mower as intended
may result in serious or fatal injury to people
and damage to property.
►
Use the lawn mower as described in this
instruction manual and in the engine
instruction manual.
4.3 Requirements for the User
WARNING
■
Uninstructed users cannot recognise or evalu‐
ate the dangers posed by the lawn mower.
This may result in serious or fatal injury to the
user or other people.
► Read, understand and keep the
instruction manual.
► If passing on the lawn mower to another
person: provide them with the lawn mower
and engine instruction manuals also.
►
Make sure that the user meets the following
conditions:
–
The user is rested.
–
The user is physically, sensorily and
mentally capable of operating the lawn
mower and working with it. If the user is
physically, sensorily or mentally
impaired, the machine must only be
used under supervision or following
instruction by a responsible person.
–
The user can recognise and evaluate
the dangers posed by the lawn mower.
–
The user is aware that they are respon‐
sible for accidents and damage.
4 Safety Precautions English
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Stihl RM 248.3 Specifications

General

Brand	Stihl
Model	RM 248.3
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English