Battery Operated Dethatcher

To ensure long and reliable service, carry out the following maintenance regularly. Servicing and cleaning work on the machine and the removal of the guards may only be carried out after the motor has been switched off and the plug disconnected from the power supply.

• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the product is in a safe working condition.

• Allow the product to cool before storing in any enclosure.

• Check the thatch collection bag frequently for wear or deterioration.

• Examine the product regularly and replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

• Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted. Carry out necessary maintenance or repairs before using the machine.

• If the cutting device should happen to fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing, repair should be carried out by an authorized repair facility.

• Do not clean the machine while it is running.

• Ensure that all the fastening elements (screws, nuts, etc.) are tight at all times so that you can safely work with the machine.

• Check the machine frequently for signs of wear. Replace worn or damaged parts.

• Store your machine in a dry place. To ensure a long service life all screws and bolts should be cleaned and then oiled.

• Clean the machine with a brush or cloth. Do not use any solvents or water to remove dirt.

• The component that is subject to most wear is the cutting device.

You should therefore check the condition of the cutting device and its mounting at regular intervals. – If the cutting device is worn or blunt it must be replaced immediately. – If the machine starts to suffer from excessive vibrations, this means that the cutting device has not been balanced correctly or has suffered deformation due to impacts. In this case, it must be repaired or replaced.

For Battery + Charger Off-Season Storage

1. Do not expose your battery packs or charger to water, rain or allow them to get wet. This could permanently damage the charger and the battery packs. Do not use oil or solvents to clean or lubricate your battery packs as the plastic casing can become brittle and crack, causing a serious risk of injury.

2. Store the battery packs and charger at room temperature away from moisture. Do not store in damp locations where corrosion of terminals may occur. As with other battery pack types, permanent capacity loss can result if the pack is stored for long periods of time at high temperatures (over 120ºF/49ºC).

3. 24V iON+ lithium-ion battery packs maintain their charge during storage longer than other battery pack types. As a general practice, it is best to unplug the battery charger and remove the battery packs when they are not in use. Recharge the battery packs every 6 months to 50% capacity (2 lights on) during off-season storage to maintain optimal battery performance.