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23 Safety Information for Lawn Scarifiers
23.2 Training
a) Read the instructions carefully, ensure that
you are familiar with the controls and the cor‐
rect use of the machine.
b) Never allow people who are not familiar with
these instructions or children to use the
machine.Local regulations may impose age
restrictions for users.
c) Note that the user is responsible for accidents
or hazards involving third parties or their prop‐
erty.
23.3 Preparation
a) Always wear hearing protection and safety
glasses when operating the machine.
b) Always check the electric and extension
cables for signs of damage or aging before
use. If the cable becomes damaged during
use, it must be immediately disconnected from
the mains. DO NOT TOUCH THE CABLE
BEFORE IT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED
FROM THE MAINS. Do not use the machine if
the cable is damaged or worn.
c) Always wear sturdy shoes and long trousers
when operating the machine. Never operate
the machine barefoot or in lightweight sandals.
Avoid wearing loose clothing, clothing with
hanging cords or ties.
d) Carefully inspect the area on which the
machine is to be used and remove any objects
that could be taken in and thrown up by the
machine.
e) Use the machine only in the recommended
position and only on a firm, level surface.
f) Do not operate the machine on paved or grav‐
elled surfaces where ejected material can
cause injuries.
g) Before switching the machine on, always
check whether all bolts, nuts, pins and other
fastenings are secure, and that the safety
devices and protective grilles are in place.
Worn or damaged stickers must be replaced.
h) Never operate the machine in the vicinity of
other people, particularly children, or animals.
23.4 Operation
a) Only work during the day or with good artificial
light.
b) Avoid using the machine when the grass is
wet.
c) Always ensure good stability, especially on
slopes.
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d) Walk, do not run.
e) Operate the machine across and never up or
down the slope.
f) Be particularly careful when changing direction
on a slope.
g) Do not scarify or aerate on excessively steep
slopes.
h) Be particularly careful when turning the
machine around or pulling it towards you.
i) Stop the tines when the machine needs to be
tilted for transportation over surfaces other
than grass and when moving the machine
from and to the area to be scarified.
j) Never use the machine with damaged safety
devices or protective grilles or without
attached safety devices, e.g. deflectors and/or
grass collection units.
k) Start the motor carefully, in accordance with
the operating instructions, and keep your feet
a safe distance from the tines.
l) Keep the electric and extension cables away
from the tines.
m The machine must not be tilted when starting
the motor, unless the machine needs to be lif‐
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ted for the process. In this case, only tilt it as
far as is absolutely necessary and only raise
the side facing away from the user. Always
make sure that both hands are in the working
position before returning the machine to the
ground.
n) Never transport the machine while the drive is
running.
o) Never put hands or feet on or underneath
rotating parts. Always keep away from the dis‐
charge opening.
p) Switch the engine off and detach the plug from
the socket. Ensure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop:
– whenever you leave the machine;
– before removing blockages, including those
in the discharge chute;
– before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
– after coming into contact with a foreign
object. Inspect the machine for damage and
perform the necessary repairs before re-
starting and using it.
If the machine begins to vibrate excessively, it
must be checked immediately,
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