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Electric Lawn Scarifier & Raker EVL 1700
1. GENERAL INFORMATIONS
This manual has been prepared by the manufacturer and is part of your machine's equipment and must be kept with
the machine; this manual describes the aims according which this machine has been designed for and contains all in-
formation for correct and safe use. The manual must be read before attempting to operate the machine, before attempt-
ing to make any adaptation and maintenance on the machine. Safety instructions enclosed in the manual guarantee
user's health and longer machine's life: it's important to follow them accurately. All pictures and photos enclosed in the
manual are supplied by the manufacturer to show to the user the machine's operation. All possible efforts have been
made to insure accuracy of information enclosed in this manual; due to manufacturer's quality policy and continuing
program of development, product specifications may be modified without previous notice.
When using the machine certain safety precautions must be taken in order to prevent injuries and
damage:
• Read through the operating instructions carefully and observe the instructions contained therein. Familiarise your-
self with the machine, its correct use and the safety devices by means of these operating instructions.
• Store these carefully so that the information is always available to you.
• In the event of the machine being handed over to another party, please include these operating instructions with it.
We accept no liability for accidents and damage caused as a result of disregarding these instructions.
2. INTENDED USE
Proper use
Depending on the fitted cutting device this product it is either intended for scarifying and removing thatch from lawns
or for raking in domestic and hobby gardens.
• When used as a scarifier, this product works by scratching through and between the grass with specially adapted
prongs that collect and remove any unwanted parts from the lawn whilst leaving the grass blades intact. At the same
time the product scarifies the ground resulting in a better airing.
• When used as a raker, the fine needles will scratch the surface of the lawn while simultaneously picking light debris
for better oxygen absorption, airing and draining.
Improper use
The appliance must not be used in permanent operation and not in industrial environments.
Residual risks
Even if you are operating this product in accordance with all the safety requirements, potential risks of injury and
damage remain. The following dangers can arise in connection with the structure and design of this product:
1. Health defects resulting from vibration emission if the product is being used over long periods of time or not ade-
quately managed and properly maintained.
2. Injuries and damage to property due to broken application tools or the sudden impact of hidden objects during use.
3. Danger of injury and property damage caused by flying objects.
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