5. To switch on, press the safety
release catch (17) and then
squeeze the dead-man lever
(18). Release the safety release
catch (17).
The tines (
rotate and dig themselves into
the earth.
6. To switch off, release the dead-
man lever (18).
Warning! The tines will continue
to turn for a few seconds after
the tool has been switched off.
Do not touch the rotating tines –
injury hazard!
Operating instructions
Always keep a firm grip on the
tool with booth hands and watch
your feet.
The tines (11) may cause an ac-
cident. Be careful while moving
backwards – danger of tripping!
Do not touch the gearbox, as it
may become hot during operation
– danger of burns!
Switch the tool off after working
with it and for transport; disconnect
from the mains and wait for the
tines to stop moving.
To avoid damage to the tool:
• Never lift or drag the tool with
the motor running.
• Lift the tool while moving it over
hard surfaces such as tiles or
steps.
• Walk the tool through the soil
at normal pace and in a line as
straight as possible.
A
11) will begin to
• Always work away from the
mains socket. Make sure that
the cable is kept well away from
the working area. Hanging the
cable into the belt clip included
in the package will help.
Overload protection: The motor
will cut out immediately if overload-
ed. The tool cannot be used until it
has completely cooled down again.
Cleaning/Maintenance
Always return the tool to the service
centre for work not described in the
manual. Only use original parts.
Switch the tool off, unplug it from
the mains, and wait for the tines
(11) to stop moving before carrying
out any maintenance or cleaning
work on the tool.
Perform regular maintenance and clean-
ing on the tool. This will ensure long, reli-
able service.
General cleaning and
maintenance work
Do not spray the tool down with
water (especially not under pres-
sure), and do not clean it under
running water.
Wear protective gloves when carry-
ing out maintenance and cleaning
work on the tool to avoid injury from
cuts.
Always clean the tool thoroughly after
each use. Always keep the tool clean. Do
not use cleaning fluids or solvents.
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