MAINTENANCE
Clean the underside of the tine guard and motor housing around the tines using a scrubbing brush and a soft cloth
dampened with a mild soap and water mixture.
To remove soil and debris from the tines, use a stiff brush or a dampened cloth.
Clean the vents on the motor housing and remove any remaining grass or dirt.
Once cleaned, wipe the tines and shaft dry and apply a light coat of oil to prevent rust.
STORAGE
Store this tool carefully in a secure, dry place, out of reach of children. Remove the safety key and the batteries from
their terminals. Charge the batteries fully and store them in a cool, dry place, out of the reach of children.
During extended periods of storage, ensure that the tool is protected against corrosion and frost.
At the end of the season, or if the tool is not being used for longer than a month, wipe over metal surfaces with an
oil covered cloth or spray a fine coat of oil to protect the tiller from corrosion.
Fold the handle bar down and store the tool in a suitable place, out of the reach of children.
PRODUCT DISPOSAL
Used power tools should not be disposed of together with household waste. If the product contains electrical com-
ponents they should be recycled. Please take this product to your local recycling facility for responsible disposal and
to minimize its environmental impact.
CAUTION! Always clean the dethatcher / scarifier after each use. Failure to carry out proper cleaning can
result in damage to the dethatcher / scarifier or result in poor performance.
CAUTION! Never use a water hose to clean the dethatcher / scarifier.
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ROUTINE INSPECTION
Before each use, inspect the tool. When performing maintenance, make sure that the safety key and the batteries are
removed from their terminals. If any of these following conditions exist, do not use until parts are replaced.
Check for:
• Loose hardware or improper mounting
• Misalignment
• Cracked or broken parts
• Any other condition that may affect its safe operation
Once per season, lubricate the tines / blades and shaft. At the end of the season, check the dethatcher / scarifier for
damage prior to storing. Repair or replace damaged or broken parts.
CLEANING
WARNING! Remove the batteries before cleaning the machine.
Please recycle the packaging and electronic components where facilities exist.