Before Use; During Use; After Use - Skil 0701 Manual Original

• Keep the (extension) cord away from the rotating raking
mechanism
• Always switch off tool and disconnect plug from power
source if the power supply cord or the extension cord is
cut, damaged or entangled (do not touch the cord
before disconnecting the plug)
ACCESSORIES
• SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only
when original accessories are used
• The rated speed of the accessory must be at least equal
to the maximum speed marked on the power tool
(accessories running faster than their rated speed
can fly apart)
• Never replace the plastic blades with metallic
blades

BEFORE USE

• Always visually inspect to see that the rotating parts and
raking unit are not worn or damaged
• Have worn or damaged components replaced in sets to
preserve balance
• Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate artificial
lighting
• Check the functioning of the tool before each use and
after any impact; in case of a defect, have it repaired
immediately by a qualified person (never open the tool
yourself)
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
power tool on (a wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury)
• Before use, thoroughly inspect the working area and
remove any object that the tool may sling during moss
removing (such as stones, loose pieces of wood, etc.)

DURING USE

• Avoid using the tool in bad weather conditions, especially
when there is a risk of lightning
• Keep proper balance and footing at all times; do not
overreach
• Keep proper footing on slopes and do not mow extremely
steep slopes
• Mow across the face of slopes (never up and down)
• Be extremely careful when changing direction on slopes
• Only use the tool in an vertical position, with the raking
unit pointing to the ground (never switch on the tool in
another position)
• Operate the tool at a walking pace only (do not run)
• Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the tool still
running
• Do not get distracted and always concentrate on what
you are doing
• Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear
of debris

AFTER USE

• The raking mechanism continues to rotate for a short
time after the tool is switched off (do not touch the
rotating blades)
• Always switch off tool, disconnect plug from power
source, and ensure that all moving parts have come to a
complete standstill
- whenever leaving the tool unattended
- before clearing jammed material
- before checking, cleaning or working on the tool
- after striking a foreign object
- whenever the tool starts vibrating abnormally
• Before you put down the tool, switch off the motor and
ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill
• Store the tool indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out
of reach of children
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL
3 Warning! Read the instruction manual
4 Double insulation (no earth wire required)
5 Do not dispose of the tool together with household waste
material
6 Wear protective glasses and hearing protection
7 Keep the (extension) cord away from the rotating raking
mechanism
8 Pay attention to the risk of injury caused by flying
debris (keep bystanders a safe distance away from work
area)
9 Beware of sharp blades, keep fingers and toes away /
Disconnect plug before maintenance, adjusting, cleaning,
or if the cord is entangled or damaged / Blades continue
to rotate after the motor is switched off
WHEN CONNECTING NEW 3-PIN PLUG (U.K. ONLY):
• If for any reason the old plug is cut off the cord of this tool,
it must be disposed of safely and not left unattended
• Do not connect the blue (= neutral) or brown (= live) wire
in the cord of this tool to the earth terminal of the plug
USE
• Assembly instructions 0
! always disconnect the plug before mounting/
removing the raking unit
- slide guard A over motor housing as illustrated until it
clicks into place
! as a safety precaution mount screw B as
illustrated to avoid that guard A comes off when
working
- mount wheel C onto motor housing as illustrated until it
clicks into place
! as a safety precaution mount screw D as
illustrated in 0
- push spindle-lock button E and hold it while you
loosen collet nut F with wrench G
- position raking unit H tight against collet nut F
- tighten collet nut F with wrench G while pushing
spindle-lock button E
! replace the blades when they are worn (SKIL
accessory 2610Z04031)
• Height adjustment !
- loosen locking sleeve J by turning it clockwise
! when using tool for the first time, rotate handle K
90° after loosening locking sleeve J
- extend tube L to the desired height
- tighten locking sleeve J by turning it counter-clockwise
! do not force the tool when extending/retracting
the tube to desired height
• Cord restraint @
- hook the loop in the extension cord over restraint M as
illustrated
- pull tight to secure the extension cord
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