Use and Care Manual

GB LAWN DETHATCHER (P/N/ 5222)
Two gangs of 30 spring-steel picks cleanly de-thatch a 40 cm wide swath as you walk along. One or two
passes each year will totally eliminate harmful thatch build-up and develop a healthy green carpet. You’ll
also find the Lawn Dethatcher extremely useful in removing ground moss.
FR SCARIFICATEUR DE PELOUSE
Deux jeux de 30 pics en acier à ressort permettent de déchaumer sur une bande d'environ 40 cm de large.
Un ou deux passages par an éliminent complètement l'accumulation nuisible de chaume et favorisent le
développement d'un gazon vert et sain. Le sacrificateur se révèle également très utile pour l’élimination de
la mousse poussant sur le sol.
ES DESBROZADOR
Dos juegos de 30 desbrozadores con resortes de acero desbrozan limpiamente una hilera de 15 pulgadas (40
cm) de ancho mientras se desplaza por encima de ella. Lleve a cabo esta acción, una o dos veces al año, y de
esta manera eliminara las hierbas dañinas que se hayan acumulado y así contribuir al crecimiento de un
tapete verde y saludable.
Warnings - dos
Read and understand the owner’s manual. Pay particular attention to all
sections regarding safety.
1. Always keep a firm grip on both handles while the attachment is moving
and/or the engine is running. BE AWARE!! The tines may coast after throttle
trigger is released. make sure tines have come to a complete stop and engine is
off before letting go of the tiller.
2. Always maintain a firm footing and good balance, do not overreach while
operating the tiller. Before you start to use the tiller check the work area for obstacles
that might cause you to lose your footing, balance or control of the machine.
3. Always keep area clear of children, pets and bystanders.
4. Always stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense.
Do not operate unit when fatigued.
5. Always dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they might
get caught in moving parts. Use sturdy gloves. Gloves reduce the transmission of
vibration to your hands. Prolonged exposure to vibration can cause numbness and
other ailments. Wear non-skid foot wear to ensure secure and proper footing.
6. Always wear ear and eye protection. Eye protection must meet applicable CE
standards. To avoid hearing damage we recommend hearing protection be worn
whenever using the equipment.
7. Always keep a safe distance between two or more people when working together.
8. Always inspect your attachment before each use and ensure that all handles,
guards and fasteners are secure, operating and in place.
9. Always maintain and examine your tiller and attachments with care.
Follow maintenance instructions given in tiller manual.
10. Always store attachments in a sheltered area (a dry place) not accessible
to children. The tiller as well as fuel should not be stored in a house.
Warnings - don’ts
Don’t use tiller with one hand, keep both hands on handles with fingers and
thumbs encircling the handles, while attachment is moving, and engine is running.
Don’t overreach. Keep a good footing at all times.
Don’t attempt to clear attachment while it is moving. Never try to remove
jammed material before switching the engine off and making sure the attachment
has stopped completely.
Don’t allow children or incapable people to operate the tiller.
Don’t operate while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Don’t attempt to repair the attachment. Have repairs made by a qualified dealer
or repairman. See that only original Mantis parts are used.
GB
WARNING • DANGER
IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THESE ATTACHMENTS OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
WEAR HEARING AND EYE PROTECTION.
Engine fuel warnings - do’s
Always use fresh petrol in the fuel mixture. Stale petrol can cause leakage.
Always pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly
to avoid kickback and prevent arm or hand injury.
Always operate engine with spark arrestor installed and operating properly.
Engine/fuel warnings - don’ts
Don’t fuel, refuel or check fuel while smoking or near an open flame or other
ignition source. Stop engine and be sure it is cool before refueling.
Don’t leave the engine running while the tiller is unattended. Stop engine
before putting the tiller down or while transporting from one place to another.
Don’t refuel, start or run this tiller indoors or in an improperly ventilated area.
Don’t run engine when electrical system causes spark outside the cylinder.
During periodical checks of the spark plug, keep plug a safe distance from cylinder
to avid burning of evaporated fuel from cylinder.
Don’t check for spark with spark plug or plug wire removed. use an approved tester.
Don’t crank engine with spark plug removed, except when preparing to store tiller
for the off season.
Don’t run engine when the odor of petrol is present or other explosive conditions exist.
Don’t operate the unit if petrol is spilled. Clean up spill completely before
starting engine.
Don’t operate your tiller if there is an accumulation of debris around the exhaust
and cooling fins.
Don’t touch hot exhaust, cylinders or cooling fins as contact may cause serious burns.
WARNING • DANGER
HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. FUELING A HOT ENGINE OR NEAR AN IGNITION SOURCE
CAN CAUSE A FIRE AND RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Mount the dethatching attachments over the tine axles. Observe the left and right hand labels stamped on
wheels. The dethatcher combing springs must impact the lawn like curved-down fingers. Slip the retaining
pins through the axle holes of your tiller.
Slip on the hood extenders by bending them in a semi-circle so the channels on the extenders slip over the
front and back edge of the tiller hood. Push them in toward the center near the transmission.
The engine will turn the thatching assembly, not the wheels.
The best way to use the dethatcher is to pull the machine while walking backwards. If you prefer, you can
let it run forward and pull back as if you were tilling; however, this is slower than pulling the machine
while walking backwards.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS LISTS
Red 4106
R.H. THATCHER ASSY.
410108
491
418-1
102B
497
410100
410103
493
493
496
410102
410100
Red 4106
418-1
497
102B
114D
490
490
489-1
489-2
114C
328
114C
L.H. THATCHER ASSY.
410107
491
LAWN DETHATCHER
All attachments mount on the tine shafts and are held in place with retaining pins. Attachment maintenance
is very simple. Just clean with your garden hose. When dry, spray with a light pressurized oil like WD40.
Note: In the instructions that follow, assume that you are standing behind the Tiller as you would in tilling
or cultivating.