ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING!
When using mains-powered tool & machines, basic safety precautions,
including the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock,
personal injury and material damage.
Read the whole manual carefully and make sure you know how to switch the tool or machine off in
an emergency, before operating the tool or machine.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool or machine for future
reference.
-Use, store and charge the tool or machine and battery pack in dry conditions, ideally at 15°C.
Avoid exposing battery pack and charger to direct sunlight.
-Do not keep battery pack in places where temperatures are liable to reach over 50°C, such as in
a car, metal shed or similar that is in direct sunlight.
Before you connect the charger to the mains supply make sure that the data on the rating plate
are identical to the mains data.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or a machine repairer in order
to avoid a hazard.
The power supply for this product’s charger should be protected by a residual current device (rated
at 30mA or less). A residual current device reduces the risk of electric shock.
GENERAL MACHINE SAFETY WARNINGS
SCARIFIER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Safety instructions
1.1 General Safety Instructions for this electrical/battery operated equipment
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This equipment is battery-operated and the battery must be charged outside the equipment.
• This equipment is not to be used by people (including children) with disabilities, whether
physical, sensory or cognitive, or by people without prior experience/adequate knowledge of the
equipment, without supervision by qualified safety personnel, or instructions on how to use it.
• Children should be supervised, to ensure that they do not play with the equipment
1.2 Safety instructions for electric/battery operated scarifiers
• Before each use, check the equipment for possible damage. The equipment should not be used
if it is damaged, and must not be used up until it has been attended to by a specialist/our
customer service personnel.
• If the equipment vibrates excessively, switch it off immediately and remove the battery from the
machine. Tilt the equipment to examine the scarifier rotor for possible causes of imbalance and
remove these as necessary. - Always wear gloves when working with this equipment, to avoid
cuts. Should this not be the cause, consult one of our service personnel for repairs.
• When starting, both hands must be on the handle, the equipment must be on the ground, and
must not be overturned.
• Safety components must be checked for damage before each use, and if any damage is present,
must be replaced by our customer service personnel.
Danger!
Do not touch the teeth before the equipment is disconnected from the power
supply and the teeth have reached a complete standstill.
Danger!
Always remove the battery from the machine:
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when the equipment is left unattended,
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before clearing a blockage,
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when the equipment is being checked, cleaned, or having maintenance work done
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after the machine body has been hit by a foreign object,
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or if the equipment vibrates abnormally.
Preparations
a) Never allow children or other persons who are not familiar with the operating instructions to use
the equipment. Contact your local governmental agency for information regarding minimum age
requirements for the user;
b) Never use the machine while other people, particularly children or animals, are nearby;
c) Always keep in mind that the operator or user of the equipment is responsible for accidents or
risks involving other persons or their property;
d) Wear hearing and eye protection while operating the machine;
e) Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers when using the equipment. Never use the
equipment barefoot or in sandals;
f) Check the ground on which the equipment will be used and remove stones, sticks, wire, bones and
other foreign bodies that could be caught up and violently flung out;
g) Before use, always visually examine the machines and bolts for signs of wear or damage. To
prevent any imbalance, replace worn out or damaged parts in sets only;
h) If you operate equipment with an ejector at the rear and exposed rear rollers without a debris
device, you must wear full eye protection at all times.
Handling
a) Only use the equipment in broad daylight or in well-lit conditions.
b) If possible, the equipment should not be used on damp grass, but if this cannot be avoided, take
special care to ensure that you do not slip;
c) Always maintain good footing on slopes;
d) Only operate the equipment at a walking pace;
e) Always guide the equipment across slopes, never straight up or down;
f) Be particularly careful when you change direction on a slope;
g) Do not work on overly steep slopes;
h) Be particularly careful when you turn the equipment around or pull it toward yourself;
i) Release the start/stop lever and wait for the blades to stop if the equipment has to be tipped to
one side for transport purposes. Stop the machine if you cross any surfaces other than grass and
whilst transporting the equipment from and to the area on which you wish to use it;
j) Never use the equipment with damaged or missing safety devices, e.g. without deflector plates
and/or the grass collecting device;
k) Do not adjust or over clock the motor speed settings;
l) Use the ON/OFF switch with caution, according to the manufacturer‘s advice. Make sure that your
feet are far enough away from the machine(s).
m) Do not tilt the equipment when you start the motor, unless the equipment must be raised off of
the ground a little, in order to start it. In this case, tilt it as little as absolutely necessary and only
raise the side opposite to that of the user;
n) Never move your hands or feet toward or under any rotating parts. Keep clear of the chute
opening at all times;
o) Never lift or carry the equipment with the motor running.
p) Avoid using power tools and machines for long periods of time without breaks. Vibration from
tools and machines can be transmitted into your hands and arms.
Maintenance and storage
a) Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened securely to ensure that the equipment is
in safe working condition;
b) Allow the motor to cool before you put the equipment in an enclosed area.
c) To avoid risk of fire, keep the ventilation openings free of grass, straw, moss, leaves and similar
materials,
d) Make regular checks on the grass collecting device for wear or damaged parts;
e) Check the equipment at regular intervals and replace worn or damaged parts for your own safety.
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with
this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” or “machine” in the
warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool and machine or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool and machine.
1. Work area safety
a.
Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b.
Do not operate power tools and machines in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools and
machines create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
c.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool or machine.
Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2. Electrical safety
a.
Power tool and machine plugs must match the outlet. Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool or machine before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools or machines.
Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c.
Do not expose power tools or machines to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool or
machine will increase the risk of electric shock.
d.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool or
machine. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e)
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
a.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool or
machine. Do not use a power tool or machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools or machines may result in
serious personal injury.
b.
Use personal protective equipment
. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
c.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the power tool or machine.
Carrying power tools
or machines with your finger on the switch or energising power tools or machines that have the switch on
invites accidents.
d.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool or machine on
. A wrench or a key
left attached to a rotating part of the power tool or machine may result in personal injury.
e.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool or machine in unexpected situations.
f.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving
parts.
Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h.
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools or machines allow you to become complacent
and ignore machine safety principles.
A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a
second.
4. Machine use and care
a.
Do not force the power tool or machine. Use the correct power tool or machine for your application.
The correct power tool or machine will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b.
Do not use the power tool or machine if the switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool or
machine that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the
power tool or machine before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools
or machines.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool or machine
accidentally.
d.
Store idle power tools and machines out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool and machine or these instructions to operate the power tool or machine.
Power
tools and machines are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e.
Maintain power tools and machines. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s or machine’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool or machine repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools or machines.
f.
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g.
Use the power tool or machine, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool or
machine for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the power tool or machine in unexpected
situations.
5. Battery tool or machine use and care
a.
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer.
A charger that is suitable for one type of
battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b.
Use power tools and machines only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
d.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help
. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
e.
Do not use a battery pack, tool or machine that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
f.
Do not expose a battery pack, tool or machine to fire or excessive temperature.
Exposure to fire or
temperature above 130°C may cause explosion.
g.
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack, tool or machine outside the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.
6. Service
a.
Have your power tool or machine serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool or machine is maintained.
b.
Never service damaged battery packs.
Service of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service provider.
