benza BZS38, Manual

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Operator’s Manual
7 . To turn the Scarifier, push down on handle to raise rotor and flails from turf and pivot on back wheels .
8 . Remove and dispose of thatch after raking prior to any further lawn treatments .
C. Dethatching on Inclined Surfaces
DANGER:
Do not touch rotating tines
1 . When operating on slopes, note the following:
a . THIS MACHINE IS NOT DESIGNED FOR USE ON SLOPES OF MORE THAN 35% GRADE .
IF MACHINE IS USED ON EXTREME SLOPES, THE MACHINE MAY BECOME UNBALANCED TO THE POINT OF
PRESENTING THE DANGER OF ROLLING OVER .
b . Dethatching on slopes will cause the centre of gravity of the unit to shift to the down ward side of the machine . The
following conditions may occuras a result
i . Greater effort and physical exertion may be required to maneuver and control the balance of the machine .
ii . Uneven scarifying results from the shift in gravity leading to downhill flails working at a lower scarifying depth
than the uphill flails which are working at a higher setting .
2 . Consider the following tips for dethatching on inclines:
a . Move machine across hills rather than up and down on the hill for greater control and even dethatching . (see above
for explanation and Diag .1 below for diagram) . Scarifying across hills helps to prevent water runoff, and allows the
lawn to hold more seed, fertilizer and water to encourage healthy growt .