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POWXG7540 EN

1 APPLIANCE ..................................................................................... 3

2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................. 3

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3

4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 3

5 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES .................................................... 4

5.1 Training.................................................................................................................... 4

5.2 Preparation .............................................................................................................. 4

5.3 Operation ................................................................................................................. 5

5.4 Maintenance and storage ....................................................................................... 5

6 PETROL SAFETY WARNINGS ....................................................... 6

7 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ...................................................... 6

7.1 Unpack ..................................................................................................................... 6

7.2 Assembly ................................................................................................................. 6

7.2.1 Install the bottom handlebar ...................................................................................... 6

7.2.2 Install the top handlebar ............................................................................................ 6

7.2.3 Mount the grass bag ................................................................................................. 6

8 OPERATION ..................................................................................... 6

8.1 Pre-Start Inspection ................................................................................................ 6

8.2 Start the Engine ...................................................................................................... 7

8.3 Stop the Engine ....................................................................................................... 7

8.4 Adjustment .............................................................................................................. 7

8.4.1 Working depth ........................................................................................................... 7

8.4.2 Working without grass bag ........................................................................................ 8

8.5 Tips for proper working .......................................................................................... 8

9 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................... 8

9.1 Scarifier Maintenance ............................................................................................. 8

9.2 Engine Maintenance ............................................................................................... 8

9.2.1 Spark Plug ................................................................................................................ 8

9.2.2 Engine Oil Replacement............................................................................................ 8

9.2.3 Air Filter .................................................................................................................... 9

Summary of content (11 pages)

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POWXG7540 EN 1 APPLIANCE ..................................................................................... 3 2 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................. 3 3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST ............................................................. 3 4 SYMBOLS ........................................................................................ 3 5 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES .................................................... 4 5.1 Training......
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POWXG7540 EN 9.2.4 Fuel Tank Filter ......................................................................................................... 9 9.3 Long Term Storage ................................................................................................. 9 10 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................... 9 11 NOISE ............................................................................................... 9 12 SERVICE DEPARTMENT ...........
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EN POWXG7540 PETROL ENGINE SCARIFIER POWXG7540 1 APPLIANCE The equipment is designed for scarifying lawned areas. The scarifying process is designed for ripping moss and weeds - complete with their roots - out of the soil and for loosening the soil. As a result your lawn can absorb nutrients better and is cleaned. We recommend you to scarify your lawn in the spring (April) and autumn (October).
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EN POWXG7540 Read the manual carefully before use. Caution! Always wear eye protection! In accordance with essential applicable safety standards of European directives Use protective gloves Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear Keep bystanders away No naked flame No smoking Sharp tines — Beware of cutting fingers or toes Warning! Flying objects 5 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 5.1 Training  Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine. 5.
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POWXG7540  EN For rear discharge appliances with exposed rear rollers, when used without a catcher, full eye protection shall be worn. 5.
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EN POWXG7540   Examine the machine regularly and replace worn or damaged parts for safety; If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors. The drained fuel should be stored in a container specifically designed for fuel storage or it should be disposed of carefully. 6 PETROL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Use extra care when handling fuels. They are inflammable and the vapours are potentially explosive. The following points must be observed.         Use only an approved container.
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EN POWXG7540 Important! Engine is shipped from the factory without oil. You must add engine oil before starting engine.         Inspect air filter for cleanliness. Check the fuel supply. Do not fill gas tank completely full, allow space for fuel to expand. Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely. Check depth regulator lever position. Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or fuel leaks. Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage.
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EN POWXG7540 8.4.2 Working without grass bag If using the scarifier withtout bag:  Pull the fixing pole and lift the ejection gurad, then release the fixing pole. (Fig. 7)  The ejection guard will flip back and open an angle. (Fig. 8) 8.5 Tips for proper working It is recommended that you overlap scarifying paths a little. Try to scarify in straight lines for a nice, clean look. Insodoing, the aeration swaths should always overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid bare strips.
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EN POWXG7540    Remove the oil filler cap. Place an oil pan under the engine. Remove the oil drain plug so that the oil can be completely drained. You will need to use a tube or other similar device to prevent the oil leaking onto the machine.  Check the oil drain plug, gasket, oil filler cap and O-ring and if damaged replace.  Reinstall the oil drain plug and gasket, tighten the oil drain plug securely..  Add engine oil up to at least half of the dipstick.  Reinstall the oil filler cap securely.
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EN POWXG7540 ATTENTION! Wear hearing protection when sound pressure is over 85 dB(A). aw (Vibration): 8.5 m/s² K = 3 m/s² 12 SERVICE DEPARTMENT Damaged switches must be replaced by our after-sales service department. If the connecting cable (or mains plug) is damaged, it must be replaced by a special connecting cable which is available from our service department.
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EN POWXG7540 15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: PETROL ENGINE SCARIFIER trade mark: POWERplus model: POWXG7540 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration.