11.2 Loosening of soils
CAUTION! If the ground is too hard, it must be bro-
ken up before tilling to avoid damaging the blade
or other components of the machine.
Tilling involves loosening or digging in areas where
plants are growing to remove weeds and loosen the
soil. The optimum working depth is less than 50 mm.
12. Transport
m WARNING!
Danger of injury!
Unintended and unexpected start-up of the product
may lead to injuries.
• Before loading, switch off the engine and, after the
engine has cooled down, remove the spark plug
connector from the spark plug.
• The product can cause severe crushing injuries due
to its own weight.
• Allow the engine to cool down before transporting or
loading to avoid burns and to prevent fire hazards.
• When transporting over longer distances, drain the
fuel tank completely.
• Hold the petrol motor hoe firmly by the two handles
(2) and tilt it forwards until the product rests on the
transport wheel (25) (see also section 11.1). Pull or
push the petrol motor hoe slowly (walking pace).
On smooth and even ground the product should be
pushed, on bumpy ground it is better to pull it.
• Fit the wheels (27) for pushing over longer distanc-
es.
• Secure the product on the transport vehicle against
rolling, slipping or tipping over.
• Ensure that the product does not bump into obsta-
cles during transport or that obstacles can fall on the
machine. Do not place any objects on the product or
lean anything against the product.
13. Cleaning and maintenance
m WARNING!
Danger of injury and burning!
The product can start unexpectedly and cause inju-
ries. In addition, temperatures of 80° C and more can
be reached.
- Switch off the motor before carrying out any clean-
ing or maintenance work.
- Allow the motor to cool down.
- Disconnect the spark plug connector from the spark
plug.
m WARNING!
Health hazard!
Inhaling petrol/lubricant vapours may lead to severe
health damage, loss of consciousness and, in extreme
cases, to death.
- Do not inhale petrol/lubricant vapours.
- Operate the product outdoors only.
NOTE!
Risk of damage!
Water entering the housing can cause engine damag-
es. In addition, the jet of a high-pressure cleaner can
damage parts of the product.
- Clean the product with a cloth, hand brush, etc.
- Do not immerse the product in water or other liquids
and do not spray it with a high-pressure cleaner.
Maintenance plan
Check for servicing
Loose screws
Check for damage
Check fuel tank for
leaks
Clean machine
Clean/replace the spark
plug
Clean the air filter
Oil change (engine and
gearbox)
NOTE!
Environmental damage!
Spilled oil can pollute the environment permanently.
The liquid is highly toxic and can quickly lead to water
pollution.
- Fill/empty oil only on level, paved surfaces.
- Use a filling nozzle or funnel.
- Collect drained oil in a suitable container.
- Wipe up spilled oil carefully immediately and dis-
pose of the cloth according to local regulations.
- Dispose of oil as per local regulations.
Tool required:
• Collection bucket*
• Open-ended spanner, size 10
• Funnel*
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Interval
Before commissioning
Before commissioning
Before commissioning
After commissioning
Every 100 operating hours
Every 50 operating hours
Every 100 operating hours
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