Mantis 3550 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 12

Electric Tiller/Cultivator Care
AFTER USE
1. Switch the tiller/cultivator off, wait for moving parts to stop, disconnect it from
the power supply and let it cool down.
2. Check, clean and store the tiller/cultivator as described below.
RULES FOR CARE
1. Keep the tiller/cultivator clean. Remove debris from it after each use
and before storage.
2. Regular and proper cleaning will help ensure safe use and prolong the
life of the tiller/cultivator.
3. Inspect the tiller/cultivator before each use for worn and damaged
parts. Do not operate it if you find broken and worn parts.
GENERAL CLEANING
1. Clean the tiller/cultivator with a dry cloth. Use a brush for areas that
are hard to reach.
2. In particular clean the air vents after every use with a cloth and brush.
3. Remove stubborn dirt with high pressure air (max. 3 bar/40 psi).
NOTE: Do not use chemical, alkaline, abrasive or other
aggressive detergents or disinfectants to clean this tiller/
cultivator as they might be harmful to its surfaces. Do not use
cleaning fluids or solvents or spray the machine down with
water (especially water under pressure) when cleaning the tiller/
cultivator.
4. Check for worn or damaged parts. Replace worn parts as necessary
or contact the Mantis customer service center at 1-800-366-6268 for
assistance before using the tiller/cultivator again.
UNDERSIDE AND TINES
1. Keep the underside and tines clean and free of debris. Remove soil
with a proper brush or tool.
2. All nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for tightness before
operation. After prolonged use, especially in sandy soil conditions, the
tines will become worn and loose some of the original shape. Tilling
efficiency will be reduced and the tines should be replaced.
3. Have worn or damaged tines replaced with new ones of the same
type.
4. To prolong the life span of tines and the tiller/cultivator it is
recommended that the tines are lubricated after each use.
POWER CORD
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid
a safety hazard.
12 Operator's Manual
Always switch the tiller/cultivator off, wait for
moving parts to stop, disconnect the tiller/
cultivator from the power supply and let the
tiller/cultivator cool down before performing
inspection, maintenance and cleaning work!
Only perform repairs and maintenance
work according to these instructions! All
further works must be performed by a
qualified specialist!
Wear protective gloves when working
on the tiller/cultivator or close to it! Use
proper tools to remove debris, e. g. a
wooden stick! Never use your bare hands!
CAUTION!
Moving parts will continue to run for several seconds
after turning off the machine. Wait until the tines have
completely stopped before lifting the tiller/cultivator or
conducting inspection and maintenance.