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5. Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the dethatcher by the
cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges,
especially the rotating tines. Position the cord so that it
will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions
while working with the dethatcher. Failure to heed these
warnings can result in serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions for Walk-Behind
Sca Dethatchers
General Operation
• Read, understand and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before starting.
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all foreign objects.
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WARNING!
Foreign objects in the work area can be
picked up by the sca dethatcher and launched into your
eyes, which can result in severe personal injury. In addition
to surveying the area and removing foreign objects before
beginning work, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields and, when necessary, a full face shield.
• Use the electric sca dethatcher only in daylight or
good artificial light.
•
Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate
outer garments. Wear protective footwear that will improve
footing on slippery surfaces.
• Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the
manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or
electric starting motors (see extension cord chart
on page 3).
•
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor is
running.
• Never operate the sca dethatcher in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing; walk, never run, with the
machine.
•
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
•
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards
or traffic.
•
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
• Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply when
leaving the operating position, before unclogging the tines
and when repairing, adjusting, inspecting or performing
any other maintenance on the machine.
• Take all necessary precautions when leaving the machine
unattended. Stop the motor and remove the power cord.
• Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the unit, shut off
the motor, disconnect the power supply and wait until all
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
• Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates
or other safety protective devices in place and in proper
working order.
•
Keep children and pets away.
•
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
dethatch too deep at too fast a rate.
•
Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on
hard or slippery surfaces.
•
Never allow bystanders near the unit when operating.
•
Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer of the machine.
•
Never operate the machine without good visibility or light.
•
Be careful when cultivating in hard ground. The tines may
catch in the ground and propel the machine forward. If
this occurs, let go of the handlebars and the starting lever
and do not restrain the machine.
•
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine towards you.
• Stop the tines if the machine has to be tilted for
transportation. Do not operate the tines when crossing
surfaces other than grass, and when transporting the
product to and from the working area.
• Do not tilt the machine when switching on the motor,
except if the product has to be tilted for starting. In this
case, do not tilt it more than absolutely necessary and lift
only the part which is away from the operator.
• Do not start the motor when standing in front of the
discharge opening.
• Switch on the motor carefully according to the instructions
and keep your feet clear of the rotating tines.
• Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is
running.
• Stop the motor and disconnect the machine from the
power supply:
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Cord set
Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord
