EINHELL BG-SA 1231 Mode D'emploi D'origine page 16

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Adjusting the scarifier depth (see Fig. 14)
The scarifier depth is adjusted at both front wheels
via the adjustment mechanism. For this, pull out the
adjusting screw and turn the wheel to the left or right
into one of the available positions (0/I/II/III).
Important!
The scarifier depth must always be identically set on
both sides!
0 = drive/transport position
I = scarifier depth 3 mm
II = scarifier depth 7 mm
III = scarifier depth 9 mm
Electrical connection
The equipment can be connected to any normal
socket with 230V AC. It is only acceptable to connect
it to a shockproof socket with a 16A circuit breaker.
Furthermore, a residual-current-operated protective
device with max. 30 mA should be connected
upstream.
Power cable
Please only use power cables that are not damaged.
The total length of the power cable should not
exceed 50 meters; going beyond this distance will
reduce the power output of the electric motor. The
power cable must have a cross-section of 3 x 1.5
mm2. The insulating sheath of scarifier power cables
is frequently damaged.
Some of the causes for this are:
Cracking from running over the cable
Pinching when the power cable is dragging
under doors and pulled through windows
Cracking due to old age of the insulation
Kinking by improperly fastening or guiding the
power cable
The power cables must, at the very minimum, be of
type HO5RN-F and 3-stranded. The cable type must
be printed somewhere on the power cable. Only
purchase power cables that are marked as such!
Plugs and socket couplers for the power cables must
be made from rubber and be splash-proof. There is a
limit to how long power cables can be. Longer power
cables require larger conductor cross-sections.
Power cables and connecting lines must be regularly
checked for damage. Ensure that the lines are de-
energized before checking them. Completely unwind
the power cable. Also check power cable entry
points, plugs and socket couplers for kinks.
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6. Operation
Connect the machineʼs power supply cable to the
plug (Fig. 15/Item 1) and secure the power cable with
the stress-relief clip (Fig 15/Item 2).
Important! To prevent accidental start-up of the
equipment, the push-bar (Fig. 16 / Item 1) is
equipped with a safety lock-off (Fig. 16 / Item 2)
which must be pressed before the lever switch (Fig.
16 / Item 3) can be pressed. If the lever switch is
released, the equipment switches off.
Repeat this process several times so that you are
sure that the machine functions properly. Before you
perform any repair or maintenance work on the
machine, ensure that the cutting unit is not rotating
and that the power supply is disconnected.
Important! Never open the ejector flap when the
motor is running. A rotating cutting unit can cause
injuries.
Always fasten the ejector flap carefully. The flap flips
back to the "Closed" position by the tension springs!
Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the
long handles) is maintained between the user and
the housing. Be especially careful when scarifying
and changing direction on slopes and inclines.
Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip
footwear and long trousers. Always scarify along the
incline (not up and down).
For safety reasons, the scarifier may not be used to
scarify inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees.
Use special caution when backing up and pulling the
scarifier (tripping hazard)!
Tips for proper working
It is recommended that you overlap scarifying paths
a little.
Try to scarify in straight lines for a nice, clean look.
Insodoing, the aeration swaths should always
overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to
avoid bare strips.
As soon as grass clippings start to trail the scarifier, it
is time to empty the grass basket.
Important! Before taking off the grass basket,
switch off the motor and wait until the roller has
come to a stop.
To remove the grass basket, lift up the ejector flap
with one hand, while unhooking the basket with the
other.