
Proper use
The user is responsible for third parties while working with the
appliance.
Only use the appliance for its designed purposes.
Do not operate the application near underground electric cables,
telephone lines, pipes or hoses.
Before inserting the plug in the mains socket, make sure that the socket
ratings are correct and correspond to those indicated on the rating label on
the appliance.
The use of the appliance is only permitted if the safety distance provided
by the guide bar is complied with.
Do not operate the application on a slope that is too steep for safe
operation. When on slopes, slow down and make sure you have good
footing.
Before starting the application, make sure tines are not touching foreign
objects and must be completely free to move.
Grip guide bar firmly with both hands. Never operate the application with
one hand.
Be aware that the application may unexpectedly bounce upward or jump
forward if the tines should strike extremely hard, packed soil, frozen
ground, or buried obstacles such as large stones, roots or stumps.
Do not put hands, feet or any body part or clothing in the vicinity of rotating
tines.
Caution! Risk of injury!
Only guide the appliance at walking pace. Do not over reach. Maintain
proper footing and balance at all times.
Be aware of extension cord while operation. Be careful not to trip over cord.
Always guide the cord away from tines at all times.
If the appliance strikes a foreign body, examine the application for signs of
damage and carry out any necessary repairs before restarting and
continuing to work.
If the appliance should start to vibrate abnormally, switch off the motor and
check for the cause immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of
trouble.
Holding the guide bar and lift the application to move it from one place to
another.
Always switch off the appliance, disconnect the plug and wait until the
application stops before carrying out checking, cleaning, maintenance, or
when it is not in use.
Caution! Tines do not stop immediately after switching off.
Electrical safety
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its