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If working on a slope, work along the
slope, not upwards or downwards. Be
particularly careful when changing direc-
tion on the slope. Do not use the tool on
excessively steep slopes.
• If there is any danger of slipping on
sloped ground, have a second person
secure the tool with a rod or cable. The
second person should stand up the slope
at a safe distance from the tool.
• Always hold the tool securely in both
hands while working with it.
• Make sure that the grips are dry and
clean. Be careful while moving backwards
– danger of tripping over!
• Do not use the tool if it is damaged, in
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complete or altered without the approval
of the manufacturer. In particular, do not
work with the tool if guards or protection
fittings are damaged or missing.
• Do not overload the tool. Only work in the
performance range stated. Do not use
tools that do not have sufficient power for
heavy jobs. Do not use the tool for any
use other than that intended by the manu-
facturer.
• Avoid damage to the tool. Do not apply
extra weight and do not drag the tool over
hard surfaces such as tiles or steps.
Stopping work:
Warning! The tines will continue to turn
for a few seconds after you switch the
tool off. Wait until they have stopped
moving – injury hazard!
• Do not lift or transport the tool while the
motor is running. Turn the tool off and
wait for the tines to stop moving, then
disconnect the tool from the mains before
changing the area you are working on.
• Never leave the tool unattended where
you were using it.
• Switch the tool off, wait for the tines to
stop moving and disconnect the tool from
the mains under the following circum-
stances:
- Always before leaving the tool.
- Before removing remnants of soil and
plants
- When the tool is not in use
- Before you conduct maintenance or
cleaning work on the tool
- If the mains cable is damaged or
caught up
- If the tool collides with an obstacle or
starts to vibrate in an unusual manner.
In this case, examine the tool for dam-
age, and have it repaired if necessary.
• Use the tool away from flammable fluids
or gases. Failure to do so may result in
fire or explosion.
Maintenance and storage:
• Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are tight and that the tool is in safe work-
ing order.
• Do not attempt to repair the tool yourself
unless you are qualified to do so. Return
the tool to our service centre to carry out
any work not listed in the user manual.
• Keep the tool in a dry place out of chil
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dren’s reach.
• Be careful in handling the tool. Keep the
tines sharp and clean to improve its work-
ing safety and effectiveness.
• Follow the maintenance regulations.
Electrical safety:
Warning! Do not use the tool if the
mains or extension cable is damaged
– danger of electrical shock.
• Keep the mains cable away from the
tines. Always trail the mains cable behind
you or the person operating the tool. If the
cable becomes damaged during use, im
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mediately disconnect it from the mains.
Never touch the mains cable before un
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