EarthWise DT71613 Manual Del Propietário página 8

WARNING: Before carrying out maintenance operations, disconnect power supply. Failure to heed this warning
could result in serious personal injury.
Before each use check the extension cord for
signs of damage or aging. Replace the cable if it is
cracked, split or otherwise damaged. Check the
condition of the dethatcher and ensure that all
threaded connections are securely tightened.
CAUTION: Always clean the dethatcher after each
use. Failure to carry out proper cleaning can result
in damage to the dethatcher or result in poor
performance.
After each use remove the collection bag. Empty
and clean the bag after each use.
Always store this unit on a steady surface, and block
the wheels to prevent it from rolling. Tilt the
appliance forward.
Clean the underside of the housing around the
blades and the safety flap with a scrubbing brush
or rag. Never splash with water!
Stand the appliance on its wheels again, clean the
ventilator and any remaining grass or dirt.
Replace worn or damaged parts with original
replacement parts only. Parts from another
dethatcher may not fit properly causing an unsafe
situation.
Store the Dethatcher in a dry, clean area out of reach of
children.
During extended periods of storage, ensure that the
dethatcher is protected against corrosion and rust.
MAINTENANCE
Make sure all protective devices are secure and in
good condition. Repair or replace if necessary.
WARNING: Injury can occur while working on the
raker. Wear protective gloves.
Wheels Removal and Installation (Fig. 10)
To remove the front and rear wheels from the shafts,
pry out wheel caps, remove the M5 X 12 hex head
bolts and O-rings from the shafts. Remove the wheels
from the shaft. Reverse above steps to install wheels.
Fig.10
STORAGE
At the end of the season, or if the dethatcher is not being
used for longer than a month, wipe all metal surfaces with
an oil impregnated cloth to protect them from corrosion or
spray with a fine coat of oil. Fold the upper handle down,
and store the dethatcher in a suitable place.
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Model DT71613