Bosch Universal Rake 900 - Page 19

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Note: In conditions with excessive tree debris (e.g. leaves,
twigs, etc.), first clear the surface by using the product with
the working height set to 3 or 4.
For best results mow the lawn before reseeding. Promote
the spread of grass into bare and weak areas with good qual-
ity lawn seed after raking/verticutting. Allow fresh grass
seed to root and establish before fertilising, where neces-
sary water to prevent fresh seeds drying out.
Ideal times for raking/verticutting are spring and late au-
tumn.
Lawns can also be maintained by raking/verticutting on a
higher setting after every six cuts.
Troubleshooting
The following chart lists problem symptoms, possible causes and corrective action, if your product does not operate properly.
If these do not identify and correct the problem, contact your service agent.
u Warning: Switch off and remove plug from mains be-
fore investigating fault.
ProblemPossible CauseCorrective Measure
Garden tool does not
operate
Power turned offTurn power on
Mains socket faultyUse other socket
Extension cable damagedInspect cable, replace if damaged
Fuse faulty / blownIf fuse blows continuously, please check your
electricity supply system or contact Bosch cus-
tomer service agent
Possible clogCheck underneath the garden product and clear
out as necessary (always wear protective gloves)
Safety cut out is active (only UniversalVerti-
cut1100)
See below
A)
Setting for raking/verticutting too low for the con-
ditions
Increase working height
Obstructed rotorClear obstruction (always wear protective gloves)
Blocked side grillesClear debris from the outside of the side grilles
Grassbox fullEmpty the grassbox regularly
Garden tool runs inter-
mittently
Extension cable damagedInspect cable, replace if damaged
Internal wiring of garden tool defectiveContact Bosch customer service agent
Worn/Missing tines/bladesContact Bosch customer service agent
Conditions too wetIncrease working height (see "Tips for Raking/Ver-
ticutting Lawns")
Too much debris on the groundSee below
A)
Possible clogCheck underneath the garden tool and clear out
as necessary (always wear protective gloves)
Setting for raking/verticutting too low for the con-
ditions
Increase working height
Grass too longCut grass
Very uneven surfaceIncrease working height
Grassbox fullEmpty the grassbox regularly
Garden tool runs stiffly
or belt squeaks
Working height too lowIncrease working height (see "Adjusting the Work-
ing Height")
Cutting tines/blades
not rotating
Cutting tines/blades obstructed by grassClear obstruction (always wear protective gloves)
Belt slipping or damagedContact Bosch customer service agent
Excessive vibrations/
noise
Cutting tines/blades damagedContact Bosch customer service agent
Poor work perform-
ance
Ground too moist for raking/verticuttingIncrease working height (see "Tips for Raking/Ver-
ticutting Lawns")
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