Manual
English – 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Operating Instructions for
Lawn Dethatcher DT18, DT18C
with supplement for accessories
Introduction .........................................................2
Congratulations................................................2
Use...................................................................2
Insure your machine ........................................2
Good service....................................................2
Serial number...................................................2
Symbols and decals............................................3
Decals and machine-bound instructions..........3
Location of decals ............................................4
Translation of instructions ................................5
Safety instructions..............................................6
General use .....................................................6
Preparations.....................................................8
Running............................................................9
Movement/Transport ......................................10
Storage ..........................................................10
Children..........................................................10
Fuel system...................................................11
Maintenance ..................................................12
Presentation......................................................13
Presentation...................................................13
Main components and operating instruments 14
Engine............................................................15
Cutting unit.....................................................19
Blade versatility..............................................20
Setting blade height .......................................20
Running..............................................................21
Starting the engine.........................................21
Cutting the engine..........................................22
Before you start..............................................23
Starting ..........................................................23
Finishing.........................................................23
Maintenance......................................................24
Maintenance schedule...................................24
Replacing the air filter ....................................25
Cleaning the sludge reservoir........................26
Idle adjustment...............................................26
Ignition system...............................................27
Cutting unit.....................................................28
Two minute rule..............................................32
Cleaning and washing ...................................32
Lubrication.........................................................33
Lubrication schedule......................................33
General ..........................................................33
Engine oil .......................................................34
Oil change reduction gear 1:6........................35
Depth knob with depth lock............................36
Blades............................................................36
Depth lever.....................................................36
Handle............................................................36
Troubleshooting ................................................37
Storage...............................................................38
Winter storage................................................38
Service...........................................................38
Technical data ...................................................39
Wiring diagram..................................................40
Assembly instructions......................................41
Assembly – delivery service ..........................41
Assembly directions,
catcher bag DT18..........................................42
Assembly directions, seed hopper SD18........43
Supplement........................................................45
Instructions for the catcher bag ......................45
Instructions for the seeder..............................46
Service journal...................................................47
Delivery service..............................................47
After the first 20 hours....................................47