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WARNING:
THE BLADES MUST NOT BE ALLOWED TO TOUCH THE GROUND AT ANY POINT DURING
OPERATION.
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If using the collection bag, ensure that it is mounted correctly and is secure.
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Lift the operating lever to engage the rotor shaft and walk at a slow steady pace pushing the
machine ahead of you.
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To turn the LS42 Scarifier 180 degrees, release the operating lever, put light downwards
pressure on the handlebars and rotate the machine on its rear wheels.
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Do not work the Scarifier on slopes of more than 20 degrees and always work across the
slope, not up and down it.
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Once the collection bag has become full, release the operating lever, turn off the engine and
ensure the rotor shaft has stopped turning. Remove the collection bag and empty. Reattach
the bag securely and re-start the engine to continue scarifying.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before:
1.
Clearing blockages
2.
Checking, cleaning, or working on the machine
3.
After striking a foreign object
4.
If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally.
Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire.
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Whenever you leave the machine
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Before refuelling
Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut down and turn the fuel off on the engine at the
conclusion of scarifying.
Procedure for Unexpected Shut Down
1.
Release the operating lever.
2.
Turn the engine operating switch located on the engine to the OFF position.
3.
Ensure the rotor shaft and blades have stopped rotating prior to moving the machine.
How to Clear Unwanted Debris from the Underside of the Machine
1.
Ensure that the engine has been turned off, remove the spark plug wire and the rotor shaft
has stopped turning.
2.
Turn the engine fuel tap to the off position.
3.
Attach a lifting hoist to the top handlebar and lift the machine so that it tilts forward onto its
front wheels. As the underneath of the chassis becomes exposed it is possible to see and
remove any unwanted debris.
