Electric Weed Sweeper
Cat. No.:27328
General safety instructions
1. This device is suitable for removing weed and moss from joints between paving tiles, interlocking pavement or gutters
in residential applications. Any other use not expressly approved in the present instruction manual can damage the
device and thus present a substantial risk for the user. The operator or user is liable for any accidents or personal
and/or material damage incurred by third parties.
2. This device can be used by individuals with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience
or knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in how to use the device safely and understand the
associated dangers. Children must not play with the device.
3. How to avoid accidents and injuries:
3.1 Preparations:
• Never allow children and people who are not familiar with these Operating Instructions to use the trimmer. Local
regulations may stipulate a minimum age for operators.
• Please make sure that no other persons or animals are present in your work area. Never let any person touch the
device or cable. Pay special attention to children.
• Always wear suitable clothing and personal protective equipment when operating the device:
- Wear safety goggles. A failure to wear safety goggles can cause eye damages from ejecting objects.
- Always wear ear protectors when operating the device.
- Wear boots or shoes with antis lip soles, long trousers and work gloves. Never use the device barefooted or
wearing open sandals.
• Never use the equipment if it is damaged, incomplete or has been modified without the approval of the manufacturer.
Never operate the equipment if the protective equipment is defective. Before starting up the equipment always check
that the equipment is in a perfectly safe condition, especially the power cable, the switch and the protective cover.
• Never disconnect or remove any protective devices (splash guard). This ensures that the equipment remains safe.
3.2 Use:
• Always maintain a secure footing while working. Be especially careful when working on a sloping terrain.
This enables you to control the equipment better in unexpected situations.
• Do not operate the equipment if you are tired or lack concentration and after having drunk alcohol or taken
medication. Always take a work break in due time. A moment of carelessness when using the equipment can result
in serious injury.
• Do not use the equipment while it is raining, in poor weather conditions and when the surrounding area is wet. Only
work when the light conditions are good. There is a risk of accidents.
• Keep the brush away from all body parts and in particular hands and feet when starting the motor or when the
motor is running.
• Never start the equipment when it is turned over or not in the correct working position.
• Switch off the motor and disconnect the plug from the mains socket:
- Whenever you are not using the equipment
- If the equipment is left unattended
- When the equipment is being cleaned, maintained or is to be inspected
Before first using the machine, please read this instruction manual carefully, for your own
safety and for the safety of others. Keep the manual in a safe place and pass it on to any
subsequent owner to ensure that the information contained therein is available at all times.
