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Safety Instructions
• If the fuel runs over, it has to be removed, and the engine must not be started before doing so.
• Only store the fuel in containers approved for such.
• Remove any remaining grass there might be on the engine from the last time it was usedthis is a fire hazard.
• Check to be sure that the connections fit snugly on the petrol lines, air filter, etc.
• Never operate the machine when any individuals, especially children or pets are nearby.
• The user is responsible for any accidents or instances of endangerment which are incurred by others or their property.
• For safety reasons, the tank cap has to be replaced if it gets damaged.
3. When Starting Up
• Only switch on the engine when your feet are at a safe distance to the cutting tools.
• Do not tilt the scarifier when you actuate the switch unless this is absolutely necessary. If it is, tilt the scarifier as little as possible always such that
the scarifier remains between you and the blade.
• Do not allow the machine to run in confined surroundings, such as closed rooms. Danger of poisoning!
• Only operate the machine by daylight or with sufficient artificial lighting.
4. When Scarifying – For Your SAFETY:
• Important: Danger! The cutting tool continues to coast after being switched off!
• Keep the safety clearance provided by the guide braces.
• Never use the machine:
- when the protective devices or shields are damaged
- with the protective devices such as the deflecting device and/or the catching devices missing.
• Switch on the engine according to instructions and only when your feet are at a safe distance to the rotating parts.
• On slopes, pay special attention to a safe degree of stability.
• Always walk, and never run.
• Always work crosswise to the slope and never up and down it.
• Special caution is required when you change direction on a slope.
• Do not operate the machine on excessively steep slopes.
• Special caution is required when you drive the machine in reverse or carry out pulling toward you.
• Turn off the device when it has to be tilted for transport. Do not operate the cutting tools when crossing areas other than lawns and the device is
being taken to or from the area to be worked on
• Before removing the grass-catcher, turn off the engine and wait until the working tools coast to a stop.
• Replace any worn or damaged blades as sets. Follow the instructions for installation. For safety reasons, only use spare part made by the manu-
facturer.
• Only when the engine is switched off may any maintenance or cleaning work be carried out on the scarifier or the protective device be removed.
• Do not park the scarifier in moist rooms or near open flames.
• If you should ever drive over an obstacle, to be on the safe side, have the scarifier examined by a specialist (see List of Service Shops).
• Never open the protective shutter when the engine is still running.
• Never drive over gravel with the engine running – danger of flying rocks!
• Important: Handling the grass-catcher improperly may present a danger.
• Only adjust the working depth with the engine switched off and the spark plug connector pulled off.
• Turn off the device, pull off the spark plug connector and wail until the device comes to a stop,
- always when you leave the machine;
- before you clear any blocking;
- before you examine, clean or work on the device;
- when you have hit a foreign object. Check the device for any damage and carry out any repairs that might be necessary;
- if the device begins to vibrate unusually (examine immediately).
• Never put your hands or feet near the rotating parts. Do not stand in front of the grass ejection opening.
• Never ever put your hands or feet near or under the rotating parts.
• With rotating devices, nothing and nobody must be placed in front of the ejection opening when it is open.
• Never lift the device or carry it away when the engine is running.
• With devices with an ejection opening, the protective equipment (such as grass-catchers or deflector plate) has to be used.
• Do not touch the engine or exhaust silencer while or shortly after operation. Hot parts can produce burns or provoke jumpy movements, which
might result in injuries.
5. After Work:
• Do not park the device in a closed room immediately after work, but rather allow it to cool down outdoors.
• Before leaving the device, pull the spark plug connector and, if present, take out the ignition key.
• Lifting the device for transport:
- never do so with the engine running, nor when the engine is hot and only with the spark plug socket pulled out.
• When folding it up, take off the starter rope and be sure the cables do not get bent
• Always only change the oil with the tank empty and closed, and with the engine warm.
6. Maintenance:
• Check the catching device frequently for wear or deformation.
• For safety reasons, replace any worn or damaged parts. When replacing, follow the instructions for installation.
• Maintenance and cleaning work on the device or removing the protective equipment may only be carried out with the engine stopped and the spark
plug connector pulled off and – if present – the ignition key taken out.
• If the device has to be tilted for maintenance work, first the fuel has to be removed from the tank entirely.
• If the fuel tank has to be emptied, this should be done outdoors. Be sure that no fuel gets spilt.
• Clean the device after every use with a hand brush not with water, and in particular, do not spray with high pressure. Be sure the cooling fins on
the cylinder are clean and that the intakes are clean.
• Do not park the device in moist rooms or near open flames or anywhere where a spark could ignite petrol gases.
• Check all the visible fastening bolts and nuts regularly to be sure they are snug and tighten them.
• Only use spare parts made by WOLF; otherwise you do not have a guarantee that your scarifier meets safety regulations.
Operating times
Please check noise abatement regulations prevailing in your country.
