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Safety Information (continued)
□ If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the extension cord,
reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct
polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require
the use of a polarized wall outlet. The extension cord plug will
fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
wall outlet. Do not modify the appliance plug, extension cord
receptacle or extension cord plug in any way.
□ To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the
extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two
cords as shown in Table 1.
Table 1: Method of Securing Extension Cord
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Cord set Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
□ Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the electric scarifier +
dethatcher by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from
the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp
edges, especially the rotating tines. Position the cord so that it
will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
working with the electric scarifier + dethatcher. Failure to heed
these warnings can result in serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
WALK-BEHIND SCARIFIER + DETHATCHERS
GENERAL OPERATION
□ Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine
and in the manual(s) before starting.
□ Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used
and remove all foreign objects.
WARNING: Before performing any maintenance, make
sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
□ Use the electric scarifier + dethatcher only in daylight or good
artificial light.
□ Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer
garments. Wear protective footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
□ Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the
manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric
starting motors (see extension cord chart on page 4).
□ Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor is
running.
□ Never operate the electric scarifier + dethatcher in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing; walk, never run, with the
machine.
□ Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
□ Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel
drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
□ Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
□ Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply when leaving
the operating position, before unclogging the tines and when
repairing, adjusting, inspecting or performing any other
maintenance on the machine.
□ Take all necessary precautions when leaving the machine
unattended. Stop the motor and remove the power cord.
□ Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the unit, shut off the
motor, disconnect the power supply and wait until all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.
□ Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates or
other safety protective devices in place and in proper working
order.
□ Keep children and pets away.
□ Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to dethatch
too deep at too fast a rate.
□ Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on hard or
slippery surfaces.
□ Never allow bystanders near the unit when operating.
□ Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer of the machine.
□ Never operate the machine without good visibility or light.
□ Be careful when cultivating in hard ground. The tines may catch
in the ground and propel the machine forward. If this occurs, let
go of the handlebars and the starting lever and do not restrain
the machine.
□ Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine
towards you.
□ Stop the tines if the machine has to be tilted for transportation.
Do not operate the tines when crossing surfaces other than
grass, and when transporting the product to and from the
working area.
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