FLORABEST FLV 1200 B1 Owner's manual

IAN 291739
®
ELECTRIC SCARIFIER / AERATOR FLV 1200 B1
ЕЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИ
СКАРИФИКАТОР / АЕРАТОР
Превод на оригиналното ръководство за експлоатация
SCARIFICATOR / AERATOR
GAZON ELECTRIC
Traducerea manualului de utilizare original
ELEKTRO-VERTIKUTIERER/
RASENLÜFTER
Originalbetriebsanleitung
ELECTRIC SCARIFIER/AERATOR
Translation of original operation manual
EIGB
RO
RO

Manual FLV 1200 B1 – RO, BG version 1.12 dated 2017-9-18
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mit allen Funktionen des Gerätes vertraut.
Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all
functions of the device.
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GB/IE Translation of original operation manual Page 4
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Content
Introduction ..............................4
Intended purpose .....................4
General description...................5
Scope of delivery..........................5
Overview......................................5
Functional description.....................6
Technical data............................6
Safety precautions ....................6
Symbols used in the manual...........7
Symbols on the implement...........7
General notes on safety...............8
Assembling instructions ...........16
Assembling the handle bar ............17
Mounting and emptying the
collection bag .............................17
Exchanging the cylinder ................17
Operation .................................18
Setting the working positions ..............18
Switching on and off .........................18
Working with the implement ...............19
Cleaning/maintenance ............. 20
General cleaning and maintenance
work ...............................................20
Storage.................................... 20
Disposal and protection of the
environment ............................ 20
Trouble shooting....................... 21
Guarantee..................................22
Repair Service........................... 23
Service-Center............................23
Importer.....................................23
Translation of the original EC
declaration of conformity............92
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your
new device. With it, you have chosen a
high quality product. During production,
this equipment has been checked for
quality anb subjected to a final inspection.
The functionality of your equipment
is therefore guaranteed. It cannot be
ruled out that residual quantities of
water or lubricants will remain on or
in the equipment/hose lines in isolated
cases. This is not a fault or defect and it
represents no cause for concern.
The operating instructions constitute
part of this product. They contain
important information on safety,
use and disposal. Before using the
product, familiarise yourself with
all of the operating and safety
instructions. Use the product only as
described and for the applications
specified. Keep this manual safely
and in the event that the product is
passed on, hand over all documents
to the third party.
Intended purpose
This implement is used:
- As a lawn aerator and to rake leaves,
moss and weeds out of the lawn and to
collect these leaves and plant residues.
- As a verticuttor to cultivate the grass
sward and thereby regenerate the
lawn.
Any other use that is not specifically
approved in these Instructions can result
in damage to the implement and could be
a serious danger to the user.
The implement must only be operated by
adults. Children and people who are not
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Overview
The illustration of the principal
functioning parts can be found
on the front and back foldout
pages.
1 Unlocking button
2 Starting lever
3 Upper handle bar
4a+b 4 screws and 4 wing nuts to
secure the bar
5 Collection bag
6 Impact protector
7 Lower bar
8 Implement case
9 Adjustment wheel
10 2 rear wheels
11 2 front wheels
12 Cable clip
13 Spanner
14 Tool holder
15 2 centre bars
16 Cable clip
17 Power cable
18 Cable strain relief
19 Machine cable
20 Aerator cylinder with sprung
tines
21 Verticutor cylinder with knives
22 Philips screws
23 Collection bag frame
24 Square receptacle
familiar with these Instructions must not be
allowed to use this implement. Never
operate this implement while it is raining
and in a wet environment.
The owner or operator is responsible for
accidents or harm to people and their
property.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for
damage caused by incorrect operation of
the implement or if it is not used in
conformity with its intended purpose.
General description
Scope of delivery
Carefully unpack the implement and check
that all the subsequently listed parts are
complete:
• Implement case with verticuttor cylinder
and impact protector
• Aerating cylinder
• Upper handle bar complete with starting
lever, power plug, unlocking button and
firmly mounted power cable
• Lower bar
• 2 centre bars
• Collection bag
• Cable strain relief
• 2 cable clips
• Mounting accessories:
- 2 Philips screws, 4 screws and 4
wing nuts to fasten the bar
- Spanner to change the cylinders
• Instruction Manual
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Functional description
The verticuttor and lawn aerator has two
easily exchangeable work cylinders:
An aerator cylinder made of hard plastic
with vertically rotating sprung tines, and a
verticutor cylinder with vertically mounted
high-grade steel knives.
The implement features a high-quality
plastic case with collection bag and a
handle bar with a folding function. Please
refer to the subsequent descriptions for the
actual functions of the individual control
elements.
Technical data
Motor input ..............................1200 W
Rated voltage ...........230-240 V~, 50 Hz
Protection Class ............................... II
Degree of protection ....................... IPX4
Rotating speed of the tool
(no) .......................3600 min-1 (r.p.m)
Cylinder width .............................31 cm
Readjustment range for wear...........9 mm
Volume collection bag ......................30 l
Weight .......................................9.8 kg
Acoustic pressure level
(LpA) ..............85.7 dB (A); KpA= 3 dB(A)
Sound power level (LwA)
Measured ..99.5 dB (A); KwA= 2.49 dB (A)
Guaranteed ....................... 103 dB (A)
Vibration (an) ...3.108 m/s2; K= 1.5 m/s2
The noise and vibration values were
established by the standards and
stipulations listed in the Conformity
Declaration.Technical and visual changes
can be completed in the course of
further development without notication.
Consequently,all dimensions, references
and details in these Operating Instructions
are without guarantee. Consequently
legal claims based on these Operating
Instructions cannot be asserted.
The stated vibration emission value was
measured in accordance with a standard
testing procedure and may be used to
compare one power tool to another.
The stated vibration emission value may
also be used for a preliminary exposure
assessment.
Warning: The vibration emission
value may differ during actual use
of the power tool from the stated
value depending on the manner in
which the power tool is used.
Safety precautions aimed at
protecting the user should be based
on estimated exposure under actual
usage conditions (all parts of the
operating cycle are to be considered,
including, for example, times during
which the power tool is turned off
and times when the tool is turned on
but is running idle).
Safety precautions
This section covers the basic
safety instructions when
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Symbols used in the
manual
Warning symbols with
information on damage
and injury prevention.
Warning symbol with
information on the
danger of electric
shock.
Instruction symbols (the
instruction is explained
at the place of the
exclamation mark)
with information on
preventing damage.
Help symbols with
information on
improving tool
handling.
Symbols on the
implement
Caution!
These Instructions must
be read.
Danger of injury due
to flung-out material!
Keep bystanders
well away from the
implement.
Danger of electric
shock if the power
cable is damaged!
Always ensure that the
power cable is kept
well away from the
implement and its
cutting tools.
Caution!
Wear eye and ear
protection.
Caution! - Sharp tools.
Ensure that the hands
and feet are kept well
away from the cutting
tools. The cutting
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switched off.
Always disconnect the
plug from the mains
prior to maintenance
work or if the power
cable is damaged.
Noise level ratings
LWA in dB(A).
Protection Class II
Electrically powered
implements must not
be disposed of with
the domestic waste.
Caution with steps!
Turn off the power
when the implement
is to be carried
across steps.
Remove any soil residue
from the springs of the
impact protection cover
and/or the housing to
ensure that the cover closes
correctly. When operating
without the collection
basket, the impact
protection cover must be
completely closed.
Transport and
working
positions
General notes on
safety
This implement can
cause serious injuries if
it is not properly used.
Please read these
Operating Instructions
carefully and
familiarize
yourself with all the
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Keep these Operating
Instructions in a
readily accessible
place so that this
information is always
at your disposal.
Please note that despite
all measures to integrate
safety measures into the
construction, the safety
devices and supplemental
safety measures, a
resiudual risk remains
when using this plement.
Operating the implement:
WARNING! The
implement can cause
serious injuries. How
to a avoid accidents
and injuries:
preparations:
• The implement is not
suitable for use by
children.
• Never allow children,
persons with reduced
physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge or people
unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the
product.Loc regulations
may stipulate a minimum
age for operators.
• Never start up the
implement while other
people, but especially
children and domestic
pets, are in the vicinity.
• Check the area on which
the implement is to be
used. Remove all stones,
sticks, wire and other
foreign bodies that could
be caught up and flung
out.
• Never use the implement
to level out uneven
patches.
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and firm shoes with
nonslip soles, strong long
trousers, ear defenders
and goggles. Never
operate the implement
while bare footed or
when wearing open
sandals.
The protective devices
and your personal
protective equipment will
protect yourself and other
people and ensure that
the equipment can be
smoothly operated.
• Never operate the
implement if it is
damaged, incomplete or
has been modified
without the consent of the
manufacturer. Never
work with damaged
or missing protective
devices (e.g. starting
lever, unlocking knob,
impact protector).
Never disengage
protective devices (e.g.
by tying the starting
lever). This ensures that
the equipment remains
safe.
• Before starting the
equipment, ensure that no
objects or branches are
pushed into the blade
opening, that the
equipment is standing
stably and that the
workspace is tidy and not
blocked.
Check the condition of
your extension cable and
the connecting cable of
your equipment. Use the
necessary protective
equipment. There is a risk
of injury.
• If your equipment vibrates
or emits unusual noises
when switched on,
disconnect the plug from
the socket and check the
cutting cylinder. Ensure
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between the blades. If
you find no problems,
return the equipment to a
customer service centre.
• If the blades no longer cut
correctly or if the motor is
overloaded, check all the
parts of your equipment
and replace the worn
parts. If a more extensive
repair is required, contact
a customer service centre.
Use:
• CAUTION – A very sharp
tool. Avoid cutting your
fingers or toes. While
working always keep
your feet and fingers well
away from the cutting
cylinder and the ejector
opening. There is the
danger of serious injury!
• Do not operate the
implement while it is
raining, in poor weather
conditions and when the
surrounding area and
lawn are wet. Operate
the implement only
during daylight hours or
with bright lighting. There
is a risk of accidents.
• Do not operate the
implement if you are tired
or are lacking in
concentration and after
having drunk alcohol or
taken medicine. Always
take a work break in due
time. Approach the work
with common sense. A
moment of carelessness
when using the equipment
can result in serious
injury.
• Familiarize yourself with
the terrain and remain
focused on the potential
hazards that you could
miss on account of the
motor noise.
• Always maintain a secure
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body positions and
always keep your
balance, so that you
continually have a sure
footing on slopes. Always
work across slopes - never
up and down! Be
particularly careful when
changing the travelling
direction.
Do not work on very
steep slopes. This enables
you to control the
equipment better in
unexpected situations.
• Do not run! Always guide
the implement at a
walking pace with both
hands on the handle. Be
especially careful when
you turn the implement
around or draw it
towards you. Danger of
stumbling!
• Start or actuate the
starting lever with care
and in conformity with the
directions in these
Instructions.
• Do not tilt the implement
when starting, other than
it has to be lifted. In this
case tilt the implement
only to the extent that is
absolutely necessary and
always lift the implement
on the side that is
opposite to the operator.
• Never operate the
implement without the
attached collection bag or
impact protector. Danger
of injury! Always keep
well away from the
ejector opening.
• Do not operate the
implement in the vicinity
of inflammable liquids or
gases as this could give
rise to the danger of a fire
or explosion.
• Always disconnect the
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Work interruptions:
• After the implement has
been turned off, the
cutting cylinder will
continue to rotate for a
few seconds. Keep hands
and feet well away.
• Do not touch the spring
tines before the implement
has been disconnected
from the mains and the
spring tines have come to
a complete standstill. Risk
of injury owing to a sharp
implement!
• Only remove plant parts
when the implement is
standing completely still.
Ensure that the grass
ejector opening is clean
and free.
• Switch off the power
when the implement is to
be transported, lifted or
tilted and when traversing
other surfaces than grass.
• Never leave the
implement unattended at
place of work.
Children should be
supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the
appliance.
• Always switch off the
implement and disconnect
the power plug:
- Whenever you leave the
implement
- Before you clean the
ejector opening or
unblock or unclog the
implement
- When the implement is
not being used
- During all maintenance
and cleaning work
- When the power cable
is damaged or has
become tangled
- When the implement
hits an obstruction
during work or when
unusual vibrations arise.
Establish the cause and
see if the implement has
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the implement repaired
by an authorised
workshop!
•Store the implement in a
dry place well out of
reach of children.
CAUTION! The
following states how
to avoid damage to the
implement and any
resulting harm to
people:
Take care of your
implement:
• Switch off the power
when the implement is to
be carried across steps.
• Inspect the implement
each time before it is to
be used. Never operate
the implement if safety
devices (e.g. impact
protector, parts of the
cutting facility or bolts)
are missing, worn out or
damaged.
Check especially the
power cable and starting
lever for damage.
To avoid imbalance, all
tools and bolts must be
exchanged as complete
sets.
• Only use spare parts and
accessories that have
been supplied or
recommended by the
manufacturer. The use of
alien parts results in the
immediate loss of all
guarantee claims.
• Ensure that all nuts, bolts
and screws are firmly
tightened and that the
implement is in a safe
working state.
• Never try to repair the
implement yourself, unless
you have been trained
accordingly. All work that
has not been listed in
these Instructions must
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agencies.
• Treat the implement with
the greatest care. Always
keep the tool clean for
better and safer work.
Follow the maintenance
instructions.
• Never overload the
implement. Always work
within the specified
capacity range. Do not
use low-power machines
for heavy-duty work. Do
not operate the implement
for purposes for which it
is not intended.
Electrical safety:
CAUTION! The
following states how
to avoid accidents and
injuries due to electric
shock:
• Before each use, carry
out a visual inspection of
the power and extension
cables for signs of
damage or ageing.
Damaged mains power
cables increase the risk of
electric shock.
• Connect the implement to
a power socket with a
residual-current circuit
breaker that has a rated
current of not more than
30 mA.
• Always keep the
extension cable well
away from the cutting
tools.
Should the power cable
become damaged during
work, then instantly
disconnect the power
cable from the mains. DO
NOT TOUCH THE
POWER CABLE BEFORE
IT HAS BEEN
DISCONNECTED FROM
THE MAINS! Risk of
electric shock.
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it must be replaced with a
special power cable
available from the
manufacturer or his
service agent.
• Keep the extension cables
away from the sprung
tines and verticutor
knives.
They may damage the
cables and result in
contact with live parts.
• Check that the mains
voltage is the same as
indicated on the rating
plate.
• Avoid body contact with
earthed parts (e.g.
metal fences, metal
posts). There is an
increased risk of
electric shock if your
body is earthed.
• Only use approved
extension cables of the
type H05RN-F with a
maximum length of 75
m and which have been
approved for open-air
use. The stranded cord
diameter of the extension
cable must be at least
2.5 mm². Always unreel
a cable drum to its full
length so that the entire
cable can be checked
for damage.
• Use the included cable
suspension when
attaching an extension
cable.
• Never pull the cable to
disconnect the plug from
the socket. Protect the
cable from heat, oil and
sharp edges
• If the connecting cable is
damaged, first disconnect
the extension cable from
the socket. You can then
disconnect the connecting
cable of the equipment.
Assembling instructions
Prior to any work on the implement
always disconnect the plug from the
power socket!
Ensure during assembly that the
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Assembling the handle
bar
1. Insert the lower bar (7) into the
implement case (8) and screw
it on with the two Philips screws
(22).
2. Use the screws and the wing nuts
(4b) to attach both central bars
(15) to the lower bar (7).
3. Hang the cable strain relief (18)
on the upper handle bar (3).
4. Use the screws and the wing nuts
(4a) to attach the upper bar (3) to
both central bars (15).
5. Fasten the machine cable (19)
with the machine cable clip
(12/16) to the bar.
6. Attach the tool retainer (14) and
clip the tool key (13).
Mounting and emptying
the collection bag
WARNING: Never operate the
implement without the impact
protector. Danger of Injury!
Recommendation: Work with the
collection bag for aerating and
without the collection bag for
verticuting
Assembling the collection bag:
The collection bag is delivered in a folded
state and must therefore be assembled
before it is mounted on the implement.
1. Pull the collection bag over the
frame (23).
2. Pull the collection bag's plastic
straps over the frame's rods
and clip them in.
Mounting the collection bag on the
implement:
3. Lift the impact protector (6).
4. Push the pins on the collection
bag rods into the socket in the
implement case.
5. Release the impact protector so
that it holds the collection bag (5)
in its position.
Removing and emptying the collection
bag: 6. Lift the impact protector (6) and
take out the collection bag (5).
Exchanging the cylinder
Switch off the implement, disconnect
the mains plug and wait until the
cylinder is standing still.
Wear gloves when handling the
cylinder.
1. Turn the implement over.
2. Remove any grass or debris from
either end of the mounted
cylinder to ensure no foreign
objects hinder reassembly.
3. Take the spanner ( A13) out of
the holder ( A14).
4. Loosen the fastening screws and
pull the bearing support
upwards.
5. Tilt the cylinder ( A20/21)
upwards and pull the shaft out of
the square receptacle (24).
6. Insert the new cylinder ( A
20/21) by reversing the
sequence.
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Operation
Please observe local regulations
concerning noise protection.
Setting the working positions
The implement has 4 principal position
settings:
Setting 0 : Transport position
This position sets the maximum safety spacing
between the tool and the floor.
Setting 1 : Working position
Set this position when working with a new
implement.
Settings 2 - 3 : Readjustment positions
The working position can be lowered with
increased knife and sprung tine wear.
wear can be identified from an increasingly
poor result.
The readjusting depth amounts to approx.
3 mm per setting.
The implement is delivered with
the height set to the Transport
Position (0).
1. The implement must be switched off to
set the working position.
2. Pull the adjustment wheel for adjustment
(see A9) and turn it to the desired
position until it clicks into place.
Both wheels (right and left) must be
individually set to the same position.
The adjustment wheel is not intended
for height adjustment but rather to
compensate for wear. Selection of
a readjustment position without the
corresponding wear can overload
the motor and damage the cylinder.
Switching on and off
Before switching on the implement
ensure that it is not
in contact with any objects.
Keep your feet and hands
well away from the cylinder
and the ejector opening. Danger
of injury!
1. Place the implement on a level
lawn surface.
2. Connect the power cable (17)
with the extension cable.
3. Form a loop in the end of the
power cable and hang it into the
cable strain relief (18).
4. Connect the implement to the
mains voltage.
5. To switch on, press the unlocking
button (1) on the handle and
simultaneously press the starting
lever (2). Release the unlocking
button (1).
6. To switch off, release
the starting lever (2).
Overload protection: The motor
is automatically switched off
when the implement is overloaded.
Release the starting lever and allow
the implement a cooling down
period of approx. 1 minute to reset.
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WARNING! The cylinder continues
to run for a brief period
after the implement has
been switched off. Do not tilt
or carry the implement while
the motor is still running and
do not touch the cylinder
while it is still rotating. Danger
of injury!
Working with the implement
To maintain a well cared-for lawn, it
should be aerated every 4 to 6 weeks.
Verticuting is a more intensive
intervention than aerating and should
only be carried out once or twice a year.
The best time is in spring after the lawn
has been mown for the first time. If
necessary, repeat this in late summer.
When working on slopes
always proceed across the
slope. Be particularly careful
when walking backwards
and pulling the implement.
Danger of stumbling!
After work and to transport the
implement disconnect the power plug
and wait until the cylinder is standing
still.
The shorter the grass, the better the
lawn can be treated. Furthermore,
the implement is less stressed and
the service life of the cylinder is
prolonged.
• The implement can be operated with or
without the collection bag.
Recommendation: Work with the
collection
bag for aerating and without the
collection bag for verticuting.
• Mow the lawn to the required grass
height.
• Do not use the scarifier in lomg
grass may otherwise wind around the
scariequipment.
• Select the appropriate working or
readjustment position (in the event of
cylinder wear) so that the implement
is not overloaded.
• Commence work in the vicinity of the
power socket and proceed away from
the socket.
• Always ensure that the extension cable
is behind you, and after turning move
it to the side that has already been
treated.
• Guide the implement at a walking
pace down lanes that are as straight
as possible. To ensure uninterrupted
aerating or verticuting the individual
lanes should always overlap by a few
centimetres. Dwelling too long at the
same place while the implement is
running can damage the grass sward.
• To ensure that the extension cable is not
an impediment, turn the implement in
such a manner that the cable strain
relief on the bar always faces the side
that has been treated.
• Adjust the transport position 0 setting
(see “Setting the Working Position”)
when transporting the implement.
• Lift the implement to transport it over
steps and sensitive surfaces (e.g.
tiles).
• Always clean the implement after each
use (see “Cleaning/Maintenance”).
• After having treated lawns with dense
moss growth, it is advisable to reseed
the lawn so that it can regenerate
itself quicker.