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Threatened hazard or hazardous situation. Not
observing this instruction can lead to injuries or cause
damage to property.
Important information on proper handling. Not
observing this instruction can lead to faults in the
machine.
User information. This information helps you to use all
the functions optimally.
Assembly, operation and servicing. Here you are
explained exactly what to do.
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Carefully read
operator's manual
before handling the
machine.
Danger – objects
may be thrown out
at high speed when
motor is running.
Keep people, pets
and domestic
animals out of the danger area.
Beware of rotating
blades or tines.
Do not keep hands
and feet near or
under rotating parts
while the machine is
running.
This product complies with European regulations
specifically applicable to it.
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The scarifier / lawn aerator is suitable for raking and scarifying
lawns as well as collecting leaves on lawns in the private home
and hobby garden.
The device is not allowed to be used in public gardens, parks,
sports centres or at roadsides as well as in agriculture and
forestry.The device is not allowed to be used in public gardens,
parks, sports centres or at roadsides as well as in agriculture
and forestry.
The scarifier / lawn aerator may not be used:
− to trim bushes, hedges and shrubs
− to level uneven grounds (e.g. mole hills)
− as power tiller
− on plastered or gravelled areas
Risk of injuries existing!
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Caution: - Sharp
tines. The tines still
continue to rotate
after motor cut-off.
Pull the mains plug
from the socket
before maintenance
work or if the cable
is damaged.
Keep the mains
cable free from the
tines or blades.
Tines or blades may
damage the cables
and cause contact
with live parts.
When connecting
cable is damaged or
cut through
immediately pull out
the power plug.
Wear eye and ear
protection.
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The intended usage also includes compliance with the
operating, servicing and repair conditions prescribed by the
manufacturer and following the safety instructions included in
the instructions.
The relevant accident prevention regulations for the operation
as well as the other generally acknowledged occupational
medicine and safety rules must be complied with.
Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The
manufacturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting from
this: the user bears the sole risk.
Arbitrary modifications on the scarifier / lawn aerator exclude a
liability of the manufacturer for damages of all kinds resulting
from it.
Only persons who are familiarised with the device and informed
about possible risks are allowed to prepare, operate and
service this device. Repair works may only be carried out by us
or by a customer service agent nominated by us.
The machine may not be used in a potentially explosive
environment or be exposed to the rain.
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Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the relevant
safety regulations are complied with due to the design determined
by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the "Safety information" and the
"Intended usage" as well as the whole of the operating instructions
are observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Risk injury of hands and feet if they come close to or under the
rotating parts.
Risk of injury of fingers and hands during assembly and
cleaning activities on the scarifier drum.
Stones and soil may be thrown off.
Danger resulting from electric current, if improper connecting
wires are used.
Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for longer
periods of time without ear protection.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken, non-
obvious residual risks can still exist.
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Scarifiers / lawn aerators can be dangerous when used
improperly. The use of electrical tools requires the observation
of basic safety precautions to eliminate risk of fire, electrical
shock and personal injuries.
Before commissioning this product, read and keep to the
following advice. Also observe the preventive regulations of
your professional association and the safety provisions
applicable in the respective country, in order to protect
yourself and others from possible injury.
Pass the safety instructions on to all persons who work with
the machine.
Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
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