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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Cleaning
Risk of electric shock!
Moisture in the device may cause a short circuit or electric shock.
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Before cleaning, disconnect the power cable from the socket.
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Make sure that no water or other liquid gets inside the housing.
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Never clean the device with running water (e.g. a garden hose).
NOTE:
Improper cleaning can damage the device.
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Do not use any harsh cleaning products, brushes with metal or nylon bristles, or sharp or
metallic cleaning materials such as knives, hard scrapers or similar. They may damage
the surfaces.
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Remove wet cuttings immediately. Residues of wet cuttings on and in the device may
harden and cause mould.
Cleaning and inspection after each use
NOTE:
Regular cleaning and inspection is necessary to keep the device in perfect state.
1. Stop the motor and wait until the blade stands still.
2. Disconnect the device by unplugging the power cable and remove the power cable from
the pull relief.
3. Thoroughly empty the collecting bag (see "Emptying the collecting bag") without
reattaching it to the device.
4. Remove cuttings from the device and the collecting bag with a hand brush.
5. Tip the device on its side and remove cuttings from the discharge chute and blade
compartment with a hand brush or a brush.
6. Check the blade for damaged spots and wear. Do not operate the device with a
damaged or worn blade! If necessary, have the blade sharpened or exchanged in a
specialist workshop (for the blade type, see "Technical specifications").
7. Set the device upright again.
8. Check all connections (handle, collecting bag) for tight fit.
The device is ready for storage.
Maintenance
Apart from the measures described in the section "Cleaning and inspection after each use",
the device is principally maintenance-free. You do not have to lubricate or readjust any parts.
In addition, check the following once a year:
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Free wheel movement.
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Function and free movement of the cutting height adjuster.
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Function and free movement of the discharge flap.
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Damage to the device, such as broken housing parts or worn collecting bag.
If you detect any defects, contact customer service or a specialist workshop. Do not operate
the device with a detected defect.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Storage
NOTE:
Improper storage of the device can result in damage.
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Let the device dry before storing it. Residual moisture and cuttings remaining in the
device can lead to mould formation.
Optionally, the handle can be folded in to save space during storage or transport.
Folding in the handle (Fig. K)
1. Release the quick-release levers on the handle mount.
2. Take the serrations of the locking washer out of the handle mount by lifting it slightly and
then set down the handle on the device.
3. Release the quick-release levers in the centre of the handle.
4. Carefully fold the handle. Watch out for the connection cable. It must not be pinched
between the handle parts
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Storage conditions
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Thoroughly clean the device (see “Cleaning”).
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Store the device in a clean, dry, frost-protected place out of the reach of children.
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Store the device in a location away from sunlight and other heat sources.
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Always store device parts and accessories together with the device.
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Store the device and accessories at a temperature b5°C and +20°C.
Transport instructions
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Always transport the device with the handle folded in (see "Folding in the handle")
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Only lift the device by the carry handle.
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Exclusively transport the device in normal position; prevent tilting while transporting.
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When transporting the device in vehicles, the device must be secured in accordance with
the applicable regulations (load securing).
