– Take regular breaks and move your hands at the
same time to promote circulation.
Handling rechargeable devices
• Danger of fire! Only use batteries approved by the
manufacturer. Only use chargers approved by the
manufacturer. Keep battery away from metal
objects that could cause short circuiting when not
in use. There is a risk of injuries and fires.
• Prior to connecting the charger, verify that the
power supply connection corresponds with the
connecting data of the device.
• The fuse must be a residual current circuit-
breaker with a measured residual current of no
more than 30 mA.
• Only charge the battery in closed rooms.
• Ensure that the device is switched off before
installing the battery.
• Never switch on the device during the charging
process.
• Fluid can escape from the battery when used
incorrectly. Battery fluid may result in skin irrita-
tions and burns. Avoid contact! In the event of
accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Immediately seek the aid of a physician in the
event of eye contact.
Maintenance
• Before conducting any maintenance on the
device, make sure the battery has been removed.
• Only those maintenance and fault elimination
tasks described here may be carried out. Any
other tasks must be completed by a specialist.
• Only use original replacement parts. Only these
replacement parts are designed and suitable for
the device. Other replacement parts will not only
lead to an invalidation of the warranty, they may
also endanger you and your environment.
Device-specific safety instructions
• Young adults under 16 as well as users who are
not sufficiently familiar with its operation may not
operate this machine.
• Regularly check that all threaded connections are
tight.
• Always keep the connecting lead out of the
machine's working area. Guide the mains cable
backwards away from the machine.
• Ensure a secure and natural stance when working
with the machine.
• Always hold the machine with both hands.
• Before starting work, always check the ground
and remove all objects which could be thrown by
the machine.
• Always maintain a sufficient distance from the
working (de-thatching) roller.
• Guide the de-thatcher only at walking pace.
• Work only under good conditions of light and visi-
bility.
• The user must wear tightly fitting clothing. Avoid
loose clothing. Wear robust footwear and long
work trousers.
• Make sure that no other people or animals are
close to the working area.
• When changing direction on a slope, be espe-
cially careful.
• Never work adjacent to garden ponds or swim-
ming pools.
• Observe local regulations relating to rest periods.
• Take care when going backwards. Danger of trip-
ping!
• Remember that moving parts may also be located
behind ventilation and venting slots.
• Symbols appearing on your product may not be
removed or covered. Information on the product
that are no longer legible must be replaced imme-
diately.
Read the instructions for use before com-
missioning.
Danger due to foreign bodies being thrown
out.
Always maintain a sufficiently safe distance.
Before starting work, always check the
ground and remove all objects which could
be thrown by the machine.
Danger of injury from sharp tines!
Before doing any maintenance and repair
work disconnect the machine from the pow-
er.
Protect the unit from wet conditions. Store in
a dry place.
Only re-charge the battery pack indoors.
Do not dispose of a battery pack with the
household waste!
Do not dispose of a battery pack in water!
Do not burn the battery pack!
Do not expose the battery pack to sunlight
or increased temperatures!
MAX xx °C
MAX xx °C
Personal safety equipment
Wear ear defenders
Wear safety shoes
Wear safety goggles
Wear protective gloves
Your machine at a glance
Note: The actual appearance of your prod-
uct may differ from the illustrations.
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