Cobra SA40E User manual

1. Where to use your Electric Scarifier
Intended use
The SA40E is designed for aerating lawns and grass in private domestic gardens. It is not
designed for use in public facilities, parks, sporting grounds, on roadsides, in agriculture or
forestry.
Please note
Attention! To prevent injury, the SA40E must not be used for trimming bushes, hedges and
shrubs. In addition, the electric scarifier must not be used for levelling irregularities in the
soil.
2. For Your Safety
Please observe the notes on safety on the Electric Lawn Rake.
Warning! Sharp prongs can cause
Read instruction injury!
handbook! Unplug from the mains
before maintenance or
Danger! Risk of injury! if the mains lead is
Keep bystanders damaged.
Away!
Keep mains connection
lead away from the
scarifier.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warning! Read these instructions carefully before operating this machine.
Make sure that you are familiar with the controls and properly operate the machine. By
following these instructions, you can reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
injury.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury! Save all warnings and
instructions for future reference. The term "garden power tool" in the warnings refers to
your mains-operated (corded) garden power tool or battery-operated (cordless) garden
power tool!
1.This garden power tool is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or a lack of experience and knowledge.

New users should be given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the garden
power tool or given these instructions.
2.Children should not play with the garden power tool.
3.The garden power tool must be kept out of reach of children.
4.Store the instruction manual in a location accessible to all users of the garden power
tool and always include the instruction manual when passing it on to other users.
5.Instruct inexperienced persons on the safe use of this garden power tool using this
instruction manual.
IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
Training
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
machine.
Preparation
1. Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions or children to use the product.
Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
2. Never operate the product while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
3. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards involving
the powered garden tool that occur to other people or their property.
4. Wear ear protection and safety glasses at all times while operating this product.
5. Always wear substantial footwear and long trousers while operating the product. Do not
operate the product when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Checks before each use:
1. Before using, always visually inspect to see that the tines, screws or bolts are not worn,
loose or damaged. Replace worn or damaged tines and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the product is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wires, bones and other foreign objects.
3. Do not use the tool if the safety devices are inoperative or damaged, e.g. starter lever,
safety interlock, rear flap or housing.
4. Keep hands and feet away from the aerator cylinder and the scarifier tines at all times.
5. Only operate the electric garden tool when visibility is good.
6. Whilst the motor is powered do not open the rear discharge flap or tip the machine to
expose the blades or tines.
7. Take extra care when operating on slopes and even ground. When changing direction
on slopes take additional care to avoid slips or falls.
8. Take extra care when walking backwards to avoid stumbling, slipping or falling.
9. Do not operate the scarifier when it is raining or in wet conditions.
10. Avoid using near the edge of pools and garden ponds.
11. Operate the powered garden tool at a walking pace only. Always ensure that you have
secure foothold when working.

12. When leaving the machine unattended for any time, disconnect the mains power
supply plug. Similarly, whilst transporting the powered tool from one work area to another
disconnect the power and put the wear compensation lever in the transport position.
13. If the scarifier comes into contact with stones, twigs, branches or other hard surfaces
stop operation immediately. Disconnect the mains power, remove any obstructions and
inspect the machine for damage. Do not operate the powered tool if it is damaged. Repair
the machine before operating again.
Electrical safety:
1. Keep the scarifier and any extension cables away from the aerator cylinder and the
scarifier tines to avoid damage to the cable.
2. Do not allow the machine or its connectors to be become wet. Do not use whilst it is
raining.
3. Be considerate to your neighbours when you operate the garden scarifier and abide by
the local regulations regarding designated quiet times.
4. Regularly ensure that cables and connectors are not damaged and check for signs of
wear and tear. Replace as required.
5. Disconnect the mains plug immediately if the cables, switches or connectors are
damaged.
6. Only use suitable waterproof type connectors for external extension cables. Extension
cables should meet the requirements of DIN VDE 0620 and have appropriate cable
cross-sections for the application. Your local dealer will be able to recommend suitable
outdoor extension cables.
7. Use a residual-current device with a rating of 30mA or less. Ask your local dealer for
details.

3.Assembly
①
②
A
B
②⑦
⑧
B
C
⑨
⑩
1. Attach the cable hock ①to the
upper handle ②(A)
1. Insert the lower handle ②into
the knob ③, Then add the knob
③to the bolt,
next add the
cylinder pin ⑤to the quick
release knob ⑥,then add the
washer ④to the bolt, Then put
all the parts together.
2. Use the bolt ⑦to connect the
upper and lower handle, then add
the cylinder pin ⑤to the quick
release knob ⑥, then add the
washer ④to the bolt, and put all
the parts together.
A1
4. Add the grassbox handle ⑨into the slots in the
grassbox cover ⑩until it clicks securely into position.
Then fix the right grassbox ⑪and the left grassbox ⑫
with the clasp. Ensure all clasp are correctly located.
Last fix the cover to the grassbox with the clasp.
5. Fitting Fully Assembled Grassbox to Lawnmower (C)
a. Lift the safety guard (13)
b.Make sure the discharge chute is clean and free
from debris
c. Locate fully assembled grassbox on to thelocation
points at the rear of the deck as illustrated
d. Locate the safety flap onto the top of the grassbox.
Ensure the grassbox is securely located.
Note: For non-grass collection the scarifier can be used
without the grassbox in position, with the safety guard
⒀
in the down position.(D)
③
②
④⑤⑥

C
D
13
D
4.Operation
Starting and Stopping:
E
5.Maintenance
Cleaning Aerator:
Make sure the blade has stopped
rotating before switching “on”
again.
-Do not rapidly switch on and off.
Starting:
①Press and hold the safety button
①Squeeze the switch lever ②
towards the handle (E)
②Release the safety button
Stopping:
Release the switch lever ②
Danger! The aerator cylinder can cause injuries!
Prior to maintenance unplug from the mains and wait until the Aerator drum has
stopped. Disconnect the mains power. Wear thick heavy-duty gloves for performing
maintenance.
The Aerator should be cleaned after each time it is used.
Risk of injury and physical damage !
Do not clean Aerator under running water (particularly under high pressure ).
Do not use hard or pointed objects for cleaning the Aerator.
E

Remove grass and deposits from wheels, aerator cylinder and hosing.
Adjusting for wear:
①
F
The Aerator is subject to wear in use due to the
way in which it works . The more intensively the
Aerator is used , the greater the wear on the
knives.
Hard or very dry ground accelerates wear as
does excessive use of the Aerator
If the results of your
work with the Aerator
become increasingly worse due to knife wear,the
aerator cylinder can be adjusted twice.
Note: Wear adjustment is not used for height adjustment. Adjustment of the aerator
cylinder without visible wear can cause damage to the aerator cylinder or overload the
motor.
The aerator cylinder
has variable height
adjustment positions. When you want to move
the aerator when not in use, you should rotate
the adjustment button ①to the “high” position.
Transport position:
Rotate the adjustment button ①to the
“high”position gently away from the housing and
move to the position required.

6. Aerator & Scarifier Cylinder Exchange
Replacing aerator cylinder:
③
④
Scarifier cylinder with spring tines.
Danger! The aerator cylinder can cause injuries!
Prior to maintenance, unplug from the mains
and wait until the aerator cylinder has stopped.
Wear working gloves when rectifying faults.
If the aerator cylinder is in wear adjustment position and
is worn, the aerator cylinder must be replaced.
1. Rotate button ①on the underside of the button ②.
2. Lift Scarifier blades cylinder ③at an angle and pull
away from the drive shaft.
3. Push the new aerator cylinder ③on to the drive shaft
in such a way that square shaft is inserted in the
square hole in the drive shaft.
4. Secure with button ①and ②.
①
②

7. Scarifier Operation
It is recommended to start scarification/aeration at a point close to the power supply and
to work your way away from the supply. Proceed at a right angle from the power supply
and place the power cable to the side which has already been scarified (E).
Warning :When scarifying do
not allow the motor to labour
particularly in heavy conditions.
When the motor labours the speed of the
motor drops and you will hear a change in
the motor sound, when this occurs stop
scarifying, release the switch lever and raise
the height of cut. Failure to do so could
damage the machine.
NOTE: the motor is protected by a safety cut
out which is activated when the blade
becomes jammed or if the motor is
overloaded.
Safety Overload:
When this occurs, stop the machine and
remove the plug from the power supply. The safety cut out will only reset when the switch
lever (10) is released. Clear any obstruction and wait for a few minutes for the safety cut
out to reset before continuing to operate. At this time do not operate the switch lever (10)
as this will prolong the reset time of the safety cut out. If the tool cuts out again, increase
the height of cut to reduce the load on the motor.
8.Technical Data
Electric Lawn Rake LS-S4001A
Rated power 1800W
Blade length 40cm
Height of cut +8 to -12mm
Collector capacity 40L
Net weight 12kg
Protection class /IPX4
Working speed of the aerator cylinder 3900~4300rpm
Sound power level 102dB(A)
E

9. Warranty
This product is warranted in accordance with legal regulations for a 24 month period
effective from the date of purchase by the first user.
This product will not be covered if used in a commercial application.
This warranty covers all material or production failures, it does not include: defects from
normal wear and tear, parts such as, bearings, brushes, cables, air cleaning elements,
brake pad, clutch disc, tyre, wheel, recoil starter rope, belts, cutter blades, tines, plugs,
lubricant oils and grease or accessories. Damage or defects resulting from abuse,
accidents or alterations, natural fading of painted or plated surfaces, sheet peeling and
other natural deterioration.
Any damage that occurs from the use of non-genuine Cobra parts will not be covered.
We reserve the right to reject any claim where the purchase cannot be verified or when it
is clear that the product was not maintained properly. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon
brushes and serviced regularly)
Expenses incidental to the warranty claim that are not covered;
-Compensation for loss of time, commercial loss or rental costs of substitute product.
-Costs incurred for transportation to and from the dealership.
Any damage that occurs from the following will not be covered; exposure of the product to
smoke and soot, chemical agents, bird droppings or other animal waste, seawater, sea
breeze, salt or other environmental phenomena.
Any damage resulting from operating methods other than those indicated in the owner’s
manual will not be covered.
Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof for date of purchase. Your un-dismantled
product must be returned to your dealer in an acceptably clean state, accompanied by
your proof of purchase.
Please Register Your Cobra
If your dealer did not collect registration information from you, please take a few minutes
and register your purchase with Cobra.
You can register by completing and mailing the registration card that should be in the box
or by going online to:
www.cobragarden.co.uk and clicking on Product Registration.
ENVIRONMENT
Should your machine need replacement after an extended use, do not put it in the
domestic waste but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way.

10. EC-Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
We herewith declare, Cobra Garden Machinery
Henton & Chattell Ltd, London Road, Nottingham NG2
3HW UK
That the following machine complies with the appropriate basic safety and health
requirements of the EC Directive based on its design and type, as brought into circulation
by us.
In case of alteration of the machine, not agreed upon by us, this declaration will lose its
validity
Machine Description:
Electric Powered Scarifier / Aerator
Machine Type: SA40E (LS4001A)
Power Rating 1800W
Operating Width: 400mm
Measured sound power level: 87dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 102dB(A)
Notified Body for EC Directive 2000/14/EC:0036
TÜV SÜD China
No.10 Huaxia Road (M), Dongting, 214100, Wuxi,
Jiangsu P.R. China
Applicable EC Directives: 2006/42/EC 2004/108/EC
2000/14/EC 98/37/EC
Applicable Harmonized
Standards:
EN 60335
Authorized Signature/Date/
Place:
Peter J. Chaloner 01-10-2019
Title of Signatory:
Managing Director
Name and address of the
person authorised to compile
the technical file
Cobra Garden Machinery
Henton & Chattell Ltd, London Road, Nottingham NG2
3HW UK
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