Operation Manual

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your feet.
The tines may cause an accident.
Be careful while moving back-
wards – danger of tripping!
Do not touch the gearbox ( Nr.
21)
- as it may become hot during
operation – danger of burns!
To avoid damage to the tool:
• Neverliftordragthetoolwiththe
motor running.
 •
Lift the tool while moving it over
hard surfaces such as tiles or steps
 • Adjust the depth setting such that
the equipment is not overloaded.
To avoid injuries and damage:
Switch the tool off after working with
it and for transport; disconnect from
the mains and wait for the tines to
stop moving.
 • Walkthetoolthroughthesoil
at normal pace and in a line as
straight as possible.
 • Alwaysworkawayfromthe
mainssocket.Makesurethat
the cable is kept well away from
the working area.
•
Always run the extension cable be-
hind you and, after turning, move it
to the side already worked.
 • Overload protection: The mo-
tor will cut out immediately if
overloaded. The tool cannot
be used until it has completely
cooled down again.
Cleaning, maintenance,
storage
Warning! Always return the tool
to the service centre for work not
described in the manual. Only use
original parts.
Switch the tool off, unplug it from the
mains, and wait for the tines to stop
moving before carrying out any main-
tenance or cleaning work on the tool.
Perform regular maintenance and clean-
ing on the tool. This will ensure long, reli-
able service.
General cleaning and mainte-
nance work
 • Do not spray the tool down with
water (especially not under pres-
sure), and do not clean it under
running water.
There is a risk of
electric shock and the equip-
ment could be damaged.
 • Beforeeachuse,checkthe
equipment for obvious defects
such as lose, worn or damaged
parts. Check that all nuts, bolts
andscrewsaresittingrmly.
 • Checkcoversandsafetyde-
vices for damage and check
that they are sitting correctly.
Replace them if necessary.
Wear protective gloves when
carrying out maintenance and
cleaning work on the tool to
avoid injury from cuts.
Always clean the tool thoroughly after
each use. Always keep the tool clean.
Do not use cleaning uids or solvents.
• Remove any soil and dirt residues stuck
to the tines, driveshaft, tool surface and
vents with a brush or dry cloth.
• Sprayorrubbiodegradableoilintothe
tines.
• Cleansoiledgripswithadampcloth