Maintenance And Storage; Description Of Components; Preparation - Sabo 31-V EL Betriebsanleitung

When you start the machine, make sure that your feet are at a sufficiently
safe distance away from the cutting blades.
When the engine is started, the machine must not be tilted on end, if
necessary it must be tilted by pressing the guide bar down so that the
cutting tool is pointing in the direction away from the user, but only as far
as absolutely necessary. As long as the equipment has not been lowered
to the ground again, both your hands must be on the top part of the bar.
Never put your hands or feet near or under revolving parts. Always make
sure that your hands or feet do not get under the housing.
Stop the engine by releasing the motor stop bar, pull the plug, make sure
that all moving parts have come to a complete standstill:
– if you intend to leave the machine;
– before inspecting the connection cable;
– before you inspect, clean or carry out work on the machine;
– before unblocking jams or removing blockages in the ejection
channel;
– if a foreign body has been encountered;
– when the machine starts to vibrate strangely.
• If a foreign object has been encountered or if the machine becomes blocked, e.g.
by driving onto an obstacle, a specialist dealer must check whether parts of the
machine have been damaged or deformed. Any necessary repairs must also be
carried out by an authorized specialist workshop.
• If the machine starts to vibrate unusually heavily or to make unusual noises,
please have it checked immediately by an authorised workshop.
Heavy vibrations on your hands can damage your health. Please contact an
authorised workshop immediately if heavy vibrations occur.
• WARNING
The noise and vibration levels shown in these operating instructions are the
maximum levels for use of the machine.
The use of an unbalanced cutting element, the excessive speed of movement, or
the absence of maintenance have a significant influence on noise emissions and
vibrations. Consequently, it is necessary to take preventive steps to eliminate
possible damage due to high levels of noise and stress from vibration.
Maintain the machine well, wear ear protection devices, and take breaks while
working.
Adhere to the maintenance work listed in this operating manual and have the
equipment checked and serviced regularly by an authorised workshop.
Switch the engine off by releasing the motor stop bar, make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete standstill,
– when you have to lift or tilt the scarifier e.g. for transportation;
– when you need to transport the machine to and from the area to be
scarified
– when driving off the lawn;
– if you have to leave the machine for a short time;
– if you wish to adjust the scarifying depth;
– before you remove the grass collecting bag.

Maintenance and storage

• Insufficient equipment maintenance will lead to safety-related faults.
• Ensure that all screws have been tightened securely and that the machine is in a
safe working condition.
The ejection flap must only be opened and the grass collector removed
when the motor is turned off.
Before you start scarifying, always check the grass collecting equipment for
wear or loss of functionality.
Before you start scarifying, always check the condition and firm attachment
of the cutter blade shaft. Worn or damaged blades must always be replaced.
Always have a specialist workshop replace the cutter blades or work on the
cutter blade shaft. If the cutter blade shaft is assembled incorrectly parts can
become loose, which can lead to serious injuries.
Always have the replacement of the blades carried out by an authorized
workshop, since an insulation protection test to DIN EN 60335 must be
carried out after repair and maintenance work to insulation components (e.g.
blade shaft, attachment fittings).
• For reasons of safety, always replace worn or damaged parts.
Protective gloves must be worn at all times during maintenance and
cleaning work.
Maintenance and cleaning work may only be carried out with the motor
switched off and mains plug disconnected. When servicing the cutter
blades note that they can be moved even when the voltage source is
switched off. Regular maintenance is essential for safety and top
performance.
Do not clean the machine with running water or pressure cleaners. This
could damage the electrical system.
• Only store the scarifier with the cutter raised. A lowered cutter may bend over time
and compromise the operational safety of the scarifier.
For reasons of warranty and safety, only genuine spare parts may be used.
Non-equivalent spare parts can damage the machine and are a safety hazard.
• Notes for Switzerland:
Electric appliances must only be operated if a residual current operated device
with a maximum breaking current of 30 mA is also integrated into the circuit.
• Notes for Austria:
The socket coupler of the connecting cable must be splashproof.

7 DESCRIPTION OF COMPONENTS

1 Cable connection plug
2 Retaining element
3 Lever for lowering/raising the blade shaft
4 Cover
5 Air slots for electric motor
6 Motor hood
7 Carrying handle
8 Ejection flap
9 Strain relief device for electric cable
10 Cable guide
11 Cover hose at upper part of bar
12 Locking button (red)
13 Actuating grip for motor (safety grip) (35-V EL)
Actuating lever for motor (safety lever) (31-V EL, not illustrated)

8 PREPARATION

The following parts are included in the packaging for assembly of the scarifier:
• Scarifier
• Pre-assembled handlebar upper section
• Handlebar lower section
• Tool bag with the following contents:
– Operator's manual with Declaration of Conformity
– Warranty conditions (depending on model)
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