VL1200
V. 01
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20/09/2016
6
©Velleman nv
5.3
Lower Frame
1
upper frame
1.
Mount the upper frame with the handle assembly onto the lower
frame.
2.
Fix with the wing nuts and bolts.
6.
Operation
1.
Connect the device to the mains secure the cord into the cord retainer.
2.
Press the safety lock button and squeeze the switch lever. The motor will start and the tines will begin to
rotate.
WARNING
Hold the device firmly while starting. The tines will pull the device forward during
operation.
3.
To stop the device, release the lever.
Tips
For breaking sods or deep tilling, allow the tines to pull the device forward to the end of your arm’s reach, then
firmly pull the device back toward yourself. You will achieve the best results by repeatedly allowing it to move
forward and pulling the device back.
Before tilling, remove any visible stones or other foreign objects in the soil.
To prevent tripping, take extra precautions when moving backwards and when pulling the device back toward
yourself.
If the tines dig too deep to stay in one spot, gently rock the device from side to side until it starts moving
forward again.
When working on inclines, always stand diagonally to the incline to retain a frim and safe footing. Do not work
on extremely steep slopes.
Before moving from one area to another, switch off the device and wait for the tines to come to a complete
stop. To avoid damage to the tines or motor, be careful not to let the tines touch the ground while moving the
device.
7.
Clearing Foreign Objects
During operation, tall grass or weeds may become wrapped around the tine shaft. To clear the tines or tine
shaft, release the switch lever and wait for the tines to come to a complete stop. Unplug the device from the
mains.
Dislodge or remove the foreign matter from the tines or tine shaft. To simplify the removal of tall grass or
weeds, remove one or more of the tines. To do so, remove the M8x40 hex bolts from the shaft and remove the
tine assembly. Sharpen the tines or replace with a new assembly if necessary.
