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Operation
1. Place the scythe (10) in the thinning machine, as
shown in the picture. Lightly tilt the scythe and
make sure the edge of the scythe is placed into
the guide notch (9).
2. Hold the scythe firmly with your left hand.
3. Turn the crank (8) quickly and smartly to the
right. Make sure the scythe is still placed into the
guide notch (9).
4. Slowly push the scythe forwards. Additionally the
scythe is moved forwards bit by bit by the motion
of the balls.
5. Thin the edge of the scythe approx. 3 – 4 times
with the thinning machine. Finally plan uneven
spots of the edge with sharpening steel.
If you are trained in using the thinning machine
you can completely tilt the scythe rest (5) and
thin the tool free-hand. Please note that little practice is required for
thinning, as for all manual tasks.
Maintenance, Cleaning and Storing
 Grease the ball and the thrust block (10) from time to time with less oil or
grease. The balls and honing disk are manufactured from the very best
material and are practically unbreakable.
 Clean the scythe resp. the sickle before thinning with the machine. If dirt gets
into the honing disk and between the balls, effective thinning is not possible.
 Protect the thinning machine from rain. Store the thinning machine in a dry
place out of dust and dirt.
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