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• Never operate the machine with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or the grass
collector, in place.
• Switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
tines.
• Keep supply and extension cords away from
the tines.
• Do not tilt the machine when switching on
the motor, except if the machine has to be
tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it
more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the
operating position before returning the
machine to the ground.
• Do not transport the machine while the
power source is running.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
• Stop the machine, and remove the plug
from the socket. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop:
1) Whenever you leave the machine,
2) Before clearing blockages or unclogging
the chute,
3) Before checking, cleaning or working on
the machine,
4) After striking a foreign object. Inspect
the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the
machine;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
5) Inspect for damage,
6) Replace or repair any damaged parts,
7) Check for and tighten any loose parts.
• Connect the machine only to a supply circuit
protected by a residual current device (RCD)
with a tripping current of not more than
30mA,
• Avoid using the machine in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
Maintenance and storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
• Check the debris collector frequently for
wear or deterioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• On machines with multiple tine assemblies,
take care as rotating one tine assembly can
cause another tine assembly to rotate.
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