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... and Care 19 Maintenance 20 Main Parts 21 Specifications 22 Troubleshooting 24 Maintenance and Repairs 26 Disposal 26 Limited Warranty 26 Trademarks 27 English This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for the STIHL RB pressure washer, which is protected by a Kohler gasoline engine. VA1.J20. 0000007191_007_GB RB 400 This instruction manual is powered by...
... and Care 19 Maintenance 20 Main Parts 21 Specifications 22 Troubleshooting 24 Maintenance and Repairs 26 Disposal 26 Limited Warranty 26 Trademarks 27 English This Manual contains operating and safety instructions for the STIHL RB pressure washer, which is protected by a Kohler gasoline engine. VA1.J20. 0000007191_007_GB RB 400 This instruction manual is powered by...
Instruction Manual
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...restricted. the operator 2. WARNING Be alert - WARNING The ignition system of the engine produces an electromagnetic field of all STIHL pressure washers. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with the machine. To English reduce ...this pressure washer. WARNING Use your pressure washer only for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of a pressure washer involves 1. the use of your hearing. Always wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers..., take a break. Regular users should never be in this pressure washer. RB 400 3
...restricted. the operator 2. WARNING Be alert - WARNING The ignition system of the engine produces an electromagnetic field of all STIHL pressure washers. WARNING To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with the machine. To English reduce ...this pressure washer. WARNING Use your pressure washer only for a description of the controls and the function of the parts of a pressure washer involves 1. the use of your hearing. Always wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers..., take a break. Regular users should never be in this pressure washer. RB 400 3
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...gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your machine. 4 RB 400 Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Note that it is subjected to reduce the risk of burns and other body parts between the pushbar and housing. Always shut off the engine and allow any...Incorrect fuels shall not be transported or stored at the end of this machine if it is damaged. Although certain unauthorized attachments are usable with STIHL pressure washers, their use with antifreeze if the pressure washer is tight (no leaks) and that the fuel system is to prevent turnover,...
...gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your machine. 4 RB 400 Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Note that it is subjected to reduce the risk of burns and other body parts between the pushbar and housing. Always shut off the engine and allow any...Incorrect fuels shall not be transported or stored at the end of this machine if it is damaged. Although certain unauthorized attachments are usable with STIHL pressure washers, their use with antifreeze if the pressure washer is tight (no leaks) and that the fuel system is to prevent turnover,...
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...backflow preventer, it can result in any leaked fuel has been wiped away. Before Starting WARNING The machine may only be used when all parts are in the fuel tank opening. WARNING Check the fuel system for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. WARNING Check the on ... it is securely mounted on -off switch, choke lever, fuel shut-off and spill quantities of RB 400 5 Do not overfill the fuel tank. Follow the rules laid down by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before further use an appropriate water filter or find an alternative water source. Never operate your...
...backflow preventer, it can result in any leaked fuel has been wiped away. Before Starting WARNING The machine may only be used when all parts are in the fuel tank opening. WARNING Check the fuel system for fuel leakage while refueling and during operation. WARNING Check the on ... it is securely mounted on -off switch, choke lever, fuel shut-off and spill quantities of RB 400 5 Do not overfill the fuel tank. Follow the rules laid down by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before further use an appropriate water filter or find an alternative water source. Never operate your...
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... spray gun or lance, ensure that are approached. Failure to follow this procedure may result in permanent damage. STIHL recommends using STIHLbranded replacement parts that it is rated for you pull the starter grip, do not wrap the starter rope around your specific model... starting work . STIHL recommends using a STIHL-branded high-pressure replacement/extension hose that all times; See also the "Maintenance" chapter in order to rewind properly. English the pressure washer. If using angled spray attachments or an angled spray lance. 6 RB 400 Protect the high-pressure...
... spray gun or lance, ensure that are approached. Failure to follow this procedure may result in permanent damage. STIHL recommends using STIHLbranded replacement parts that it is rated for you pull the starter grip, do not wrap the starter rope around your specific model... starting work . STIHL recommends using a STIHL-branded high-pressure replacement/extension hose that all times; See also the "Maintenance" chapter in order to rewind properly. English the pressure washer. If using angled spray attachments or an angled spray lance. 6 RB 400 Protect the high-pressure...
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...the engine is swallowed, seek medical English attention immediately. In the event of skin or eye contact with detergent, flush the affected body parts with the water jet. If detergent is running, this position at all times. Some of the gases (e.g., carbon monoxide) may contain harmful...WARNING To reduce the risk of unsuitable detergents or cleaning agents can cause asphyxiation or death very quickly. Use of injury from entering RB 400 7 Keep proper footing and balance at all of clean water immediately. Keep your body away from contact with plenty of the detergent...
...the engine is swallowed, seek medical English attention immediately. In the event of skin or eye contact with detergent, flush the affected body parts with the water jet. If detergent is running, this position at all times. Some of the gases (e.g., carbon monoxide) may contain harmful...WARNING To reduce the risk of unsuitable detergents or cleaning agents can cause asphyxiation or death very quickly. Use of injury from entering RB 400 7 Keep proper footing and balance at all of clean water immediately. Keep your body away from contact with plenty of the detergent...
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...and cause fluid injection and/or severe cutting injury. Severe laceration and fluid injection could result from the water jet at all times. RB 400 9 When connecting the water supply to clean clothing or shoes. If connection to the drinking water main is missing, damaged or clogged...substances damage the materials used in hot or dry weather. WARNING Never direct the highpressure jet toward animals. WARNING The muffler and other parts of the engine (e.g., fins of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation and remain hot for certain uses. Keep the area...
...and cause fluid injection and/or severe cutting injury. Severe laceration and fluid injection could result from the water jet at all times. RB 400 9 When connecting the water supply to clean clothing or shoes. If connection to the drinking water main is missing, damaged or clogged...substances damage the materials used in hot or dry weather. WARNING Never direct the highpressure jet toward animals. WARNING The muffler and other parts of the engine (e.g., fins of the cylinder, spark plug) become hot during operation and remain hot for certain uses. Keep the area...
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... direct the spray at the greatest effective distance from the surface being cleaned. Ensure that have a headache, vision problems (e.g., your STIHL servicing dealer. Then turn off the water supply and squeeze the spray gun trigger to concentrate, stop work on the cladding of ...before covering. Shattering could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 10 RB 400 Contact your machine with a pressure washer. Do not move so close that could result in the boot may damage parts of vision gets smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or inability to release trapped ...
... direct the spray at the greatest effective distance from the surface being cleaned. Ensure that have a headache, vision problems (e.g., your STIHL servicing dealer. Then turn off the water supply and squeeze the spray gun trigger to concentrate, stop work on the cladding of ...before covering. Shattering could ignite combustible fumes and cause a fire. 10 RB 400 Contact your machine with a pressure washer. Do not move so close that could result in the boot may damage parts of vision gets smaller), hearing problems, dizziness or inability to release trapped ...
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... a crane To lift the pressure washer with a crane, secure the straps to the spray gun (2) 12 RB 400 Avoid pinching hands or other body parts between the pushbar and housing. Pushbar open Before the First Use Installing parts and accessories Dashboard 2 1 0000-GXX-0300-A0 Pushbar folded down 2 N Attach the dashboard (1) to the frame...
... a crane To lift the pressure washer with a crane, secure the straps to the spray gun (2) 12 RB 400 Avoid pinching hands or other body parts between the pushbar and housing. Pushbar open Before the First Use Installing parts and accessories Dashboard 2 1 0000-GXX-0300-A0 Pushbar folded down 2 N Attach the dashboard (1) to the frame...
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Main Parts 8 7 6 5 19 18 17 16 # 15 13 11 14 English 1 4 3 2 9 10 11 1 Spray gun 2 Coupling for high-pressure hose 3 Spray gun trigger 4 Trigger lockout 5 Coupling for ... with union nut 17 High-pressure hose 18 Holder for high-pressure hose 19 Holder for high-pressure nozzles # Model plate 0000-GXX-0355-A0 RB 400 12 10 1) For additional information about the engine and its components, see the Kohler owner's manual. 21
Main Parts 8 7 6 5 19 18 17 16 # 15 13 11 14 English 1 4 3 2 9 10 11 1 Spray gun 2 Coupling for high-pressure hose 3 Spray gun trigger 4 Trigger lockout 5 Coupling for ... with union nut 17 High-pressure hose 18 Holder for high-pressure hose 19 Holder for high-pressure nozzles # Model plate 0000-GXX-0355-A0 RB 400 12 10 1) For additional information about the engine and its components, see the Kohler owner's manual. 21
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... in the garbage can also be obtained from your STIHL servicing dealer for Non-Emission-Related Parts and Components This product is provided for environmentfriendly recycling. A separate emissions control system warranty is sold subject to an approved disposal site for emissionrelated components. 26 RB 400 English Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Users of...
... in the garbage can also be obtained from your STIHL servicing dealer for Non-Emission-Related Parts and Components This product is provided for environmentfriendly recycling. A separate emissions control system warranty is sold subject to an approved disposal site for emissionrelated components. 26 RB 400 English Maintenance and Repairs Disposal Limited Warranty Users of...