GB-4
GB
| Operating Instructions
e) Always work in a perpendicular position/
direction to the slope. Never work in up-
ward or downward direction!
f) Take particular care when changing the
working direction on the slope.
g) Do not work on extremely steep slopes.
h) Take particular care when turning the
tool around or pulling it towards yourself.
i) Stop the work tools if the tool must be
tilted for transport purposes. Stop the
work tools if areas other than grass
patches must be crossed and whenever
the tool is moved to and from the area
to be worked.
j) Do not use the tool with damaged or no
safety devices installed, e.g., without
baffle plates and/or collection devices.
k) Do not change the motor settings and
do not overrev the motor.
l) Disengage (‘declutch’) all work tools
and drives prior to starting the motor.
m) Start the tool with due care in accord-
ance with the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions. Make sure to keep a safe distance
between your feet and the the work
tools.
n) The tool must never be tilted when start-
ing the motor unless the tool must be
lifted off the ground to be started. If this
should be the case only tilt the tool as far
as necessary and only lift the side point-
ing away from the operator off the ground.
o) Do not start the motor while standing in
front of the ejection chute.
p) Never reach under or touch rotating
parts with your hands or feet. Keep
away from the ejection opening.
q) Never lift or carry a tool with the motor
running.
r) Switch off the motor and pull the mains
plug in the following cases:
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before removing blockages or obstruc-
tions in the ejection chute.
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before inspecting or cleaning the tool
or before performing any works on it.
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if an object got caught or hit. Check
the tool for damages and perform the
required repairs before you restart and
continue working with the tool.
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if the tool starts to vibrate abnormally
(inspect immediately!).
s) Switch off the motor and pull the mains
plug whenever you leave the tool alone.
Maintenance and storage
a) Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are firmly tightened to ensure the tool’s
safe working condition.
c) Let the engine cool down before you
store the tool in a closed room.
e) Regularly check the collecting device for
signs of wear and tear or damaged parts.
f) Inspect the tool regularly and replace
worn-out or damaged parts for reasons
of safety.
Safety instructions for lawn aerators
and rakes
Notes
a) Check the mains and extensions cables
for signs of damage or ageing before
use. Do not use a device with defective
cables.
b) Pull the mains plug in case the cable
gets damaged during use. Do not touch
the cable under any circumstances!
c) Visually inspect the cutting unit for signs
of wear and tear or damages each time
before you start using the device. If the
device starts to vibrate abnormally it is
required to inspect it immediately!
d) Do not unnecessarily tilt the device
when starting the motor. Only tilt the de-
vice as far as necessary and only lift the
side pointing away from the operator off
the ground. Make sure to hold the de-
