PowerBase DT5310 User manual

53cm Self Propelled Petrol
Rotary Lawn Mower
These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best
from your product, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely. If you need help
or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on 01904 727 509.
IMPORTANT!
Please read these
instructions fully before
starting assembly.
Instruction
Manual
32cm 1400W Electric
Scarifier and Rake 577157

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General Safety Warnings
Safety warnings
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Carefully read the instructions for the
safe operation of the machine. Save all
warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• 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
machine. Local regulations may restrict the
age of the operator.
• Children shall not play with the machine.
• Keep the flexible supply cord away from the
cutting blades.
• Blades continue to rotate after the machine
is switched off.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be
made by children without supervision.
Contents
General safety warnings 3
Intended use 9
Warning symbols 9
In the box 11
Assembly 13
Preparation 14
Operation 19
Maintenance and repair 22
Troubleshooting 24
Technical data 25
HAVS safety 26
Disposal 26
Getting help 26
Warranty 27

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Training
• Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and the correct use of the
equipment.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
• Wear ear protection and safety glasses
(PPE) at all times while operating the
machine.
• Before use, check the supply and extension
cord for signs of damage or aging. If the cord
becomes damaged during use, disconnect
the cord from the supply immediately.
DO NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY. Do not use
the machine if the cord is damaged or worn.
• While operating the machine always wear
substantial footwear and long trousers. Do
not operate the machine when barefoot or
wearing open-toed sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose fitting or that has
hanging cords or ties.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used and remove
all objects which can be thrown by the
machine.
• Operate the machine in a recommended
position and only on a firm, level surface.
• Do not operate the machine on a paved or
gravel surface where ejected material could
cause injury.
• Before starting the machine, check that all
screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners are
well assembled.
Operation
• Operate the machine only in daylight or in
good artificial light.
• Avoid operating the machine in wet grass.
• Always be sure of your footing at all times,
especially on slopes.
• Walk, never run.
• Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes.
• Do not scarify or aerate excessively steep
slopes.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or
pulling the machine towards you.
• Stop the tines if the machine has to be tilted
for transportation when crossing surfaces
other than grass, and when transporting the
machine to and from the area to be worked
on.

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• Never operate the machine with defective
guards or shields, or without safety devices,
for example deflectors and/or the grass
collector, in place.
• Switch on the motor carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from the
tines.
• Keep supply and extension cords away from
the tines.
• Do not tilt the machine when switching on
the motor, except if the machine has to be
tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt it
more than absolutely necessary and lift only
the part which is away from the operator.
Always ensure that both hands are in the
operating position before returning the
machine to the ground.
• Do not transport the machine while the
power source is running.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
• Stop the machine, and remove the plug
from the socket. Make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop:
1) Whenever you leave the machine,
2) Before clearing blockages or unclogging
the chute,
3) Before checking, cleaning or working on
the machine,
4) After striking a foreign object. Inspect
the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating the
machine;
if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately)
5) Inspect for damage,
6) Replace or repair any damaged parts,
7) Check for and tighten any loose parts.
• Connect the machine only to a supply circuit
protected by a residual current device (RCD)
with a tripping current of not more than
30mA,
• Avoid using the machine in bad weather
conditions, especially when there is a risk of
lightning.
Maintenance and storage
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
• Check the debris collector frequently for
wear or deterioration.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• On machines with multiple tine assemblies,
take care as rotating one tine assembly can
cause another tine assembly to rotate.

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• Be careful during adjustment of the
machine to prevent entrapment of the
fingers between moving tine assemblies
and fixed parts of the machine.
• Always allow the machine to cool down
before storing.
• When servicing the tine assembly, be aware
that, even though the power source is
switched off, the tine assembly can still be
moved manually.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
• When the machine is stopped for servicing,
inspection, or storage, or to change an
accessory, shut off the power source,
disconnect the machine from the supply
and make sure that all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Allow the machine
to cool before making any inspections, or
adjustments, etc. Maintain the machine with
care and keep it clean.
• Store the machine out of the reach of
children.
Intended Use
This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the product by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the product.
i. This scarifier and raker is designated with a rated input of 1400
Watts. Depending on the fitted cutting device, this product is
either intended for scarifying and removing thatch from lawns or
for raking in domestic and hobby gardens.
ii. When used as a scarifier, this product works by opening up the
surface by removing moss and organic matter (thatch) allowing
more air, moisture and nutrients to access the roots, thereby
providing a healthier lawn.
iii. When used as a raker, the tines will remove moss and dead
grass from the lawn.
iv. This product is not too be used in wet weather conditions and
may not be used to mow dry, wet or unusually high grass, e.g.
pasture grass or for shredding leaves.
v. This product is intended for private domestic use only, not for
any commercial trade use. It must not be used for any purposes
other than those described.
Warnings Symbols
Caution/Warning.
Read the operator’s the manual.
Wear eye protection. Wear hearing protection (PPE).
Wear hand protection.

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Do not operate or expose the product to rain or wet
conditions.
Risk of electric shock.
Switch off! Remove the plug from the mains before cleaning
or maintenance.
Keep the flexible supply cord away from the cutting means.
Beware of sharp blades. Blades continue to rotate after
the motor is switched off. Remove the plug from the mains
before maintenance or if the cord is damaged.
There is a risk that some objects could be thrown out by the
machine. Keep bystanders away.
Class II equipment.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them
as household waste. All tools, cables and packaging should
be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and disposed
of in an environmentally-friendly way.
Guaranteed sound power level value in 103dB.
The product complies with the applicable European
directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these
directives was done.
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In the Box
Parts
1. Switch box
2. Switch bar
3. Upper handle
4. Middle handle
5. Lower handle
6. Wing nuts (x 4)
7. Screws (x 2)
8. Air vents
9. Height-adjustment handle
10. Front wheel
11. Rear wheel
12. Grass bag
13. Rear flap
14. Cable clips (x 2)
15. Cable strain relief
16. Cable
17. Cutting device (scarifying cylinder)
18. Cutting device (raking cylinder)

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Assembly
WARNING! Remove the plug from the main power source
before undertaking the assembly or adjustment.
Handle bar assembly
1. Place the machine on firm ground. Take out the handles and
hand bars.
2. Align the lower handle bars with the frame (lower hand bar hole).
Keep the direction of both lower handle bars in line with the
wheels to help to make the holes on the handle bar correspond
with those in the frame.
3. Secure the bars to the support using 1 screw each.
4. Align the middle handle bars to the lower ones. Make sure the
holes of the handle bars are aligned and secure them with one
mounting set on each side.

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5. Put the cable strain relief on the upper handle bar, just under
the switch box, then align the upper handle bar with the middle
handle bar and secure them with one mounting set on each
side.
6. Fix the cable with the cord clips to the handle bar.
Preparation
Settle the power cord
The power cord should be wrapped around the cable strain relief to
avoid long lines stumbling pedestrians or causing electric shock.
Ensure no children or pets are close to the machine when in use.
Install correct cutting device
The machine is fitted with a scarifying cylinder blade before
delivery.
For scarifying
Correct cutting blade fitted already thus no need for extra
installation.
For raking
First, disassemble the scarifying cylinder blade before fitting the
raking blade.
1. Place the product upside down on a flat stable surface to have
access to the under-body.
2. Loosen the two bolts with an Allen key, remove them together
with the spring washers.
3. To remove the cutting device, first lift the bearing and then pull it
out from the drive shaft.

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4. Slide the hex nut out the socket of the drive shaft and the
bearing from the support with the bolts and spring washers.
5. Then you can take out the scarifying cylinder with blades.
Second step, install the raking cylinder blade:
1. Place the product upside down on a flat stable surface to have
access to the under-body.
2. Slide the hex nut into the socket of the drive shaft and place the
drive shaft securely into the socket.
3. Put the drive shaft on the upper bearing seat, and keep it in the
correct position.
4. Tighten the drive shaft with the two bolts using the Allen key
with the spring washers and fix the cutting device tightly.
5. Check the installation and ensure it can work normally.
Install the grass bag
Depending on the work you intend to do, you may need to install the
grass bag. For scarifying mode there is no need to do so.
For raking mode, lift the rear deflector guard and attach the grass
bag to the rear side of the machine.

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Adjust the working height setting
Push the depth adjustment lever towards the wheel and then move
it forward or backward to adjust the required cutting depth.
Scale or
Position Setting Appplication
Depth Scarifying Raking
1 high 10mm do not use for
scarifying
for pushing behind
with the machine; and
removing thin thatch
layers
2 minimal 5mm do not use for
scarifying raking healthy lawn
3 middle 0mm transport, storage
and scarifying
transport, storage and
raking
4 deep -5mm use for scarifying not recommended for
raking
5 deep -10mm use for scarifying do not use for raking
Connect to the power source
Insert the power cord/plug to the power source before starting.
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Operation
Switch on/off
Begin by pressing the lock-off button fully, then hold the start/stop
lever. When the machine starts, the lock-off button can be released.
NOTE: Always keep both hands on the machine and your feet away
from the blades when operating.
Stop machine
Release the start/stop lever, the machine will stop running.

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Scarifying work
Ensure the scarifying drum with the metal blades is fitted to
the machine. You can adjust the working depth with the depth
adjustment lever.
Consider the weather when scarifying. Scarify the lawn with an
increased depth setting between April and May, as the lawn is able
to recover during these months. During a wet summer, scarify
again in late summer with a decreased depth setting. Do not scarify
during periods of hot weather. During a dry rainless summer, do not
scarify a second time in autumn.
Raking work
Ensure the lawn raking drum with the fine metal tines is fitted to
the machine. You can adjust the working depth with the depth
adjustment lever. In order for a healthy lawn to develop in the spring,
it is necessary for greater amounts of air to penetrate the area
around the roots of the grass. We recommend aerating the lawn
every 4-6 weeks depending on the state of your lawn.
NOTE: Overload protection
The overload protection will be activated in the following
circumstances:
1) A build up of scarified material around the cutting device.
2) If the material scarified is larger then the motor capacity.
3) Where there is too much resistance against the cutting device.
When the circuit breaker has been activated, switch off the product
and disconnect from the power supply.
Allow the product to cool down and eliminate the cause before
using the machine again.
Empty grass bag
For efficient use of the machine, ensure the grass collection bag is
emptied at regular intervals and does not become too full.
1. Open the deflector guard, and align the hooks on the grass bag
with the hinges to hang it onto.
2. Empty the grass bag frequently during use. Do not wait until it is
completely full. We recommend emptying it when it is half full.
3. Lift the deflector guard and pull the grass bag off the hinges to
remove it.
4. Empty the collected material onto a compost heap and reattach
it onto the machine.

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Maintenance and Repair
1. Clean machine body
To ensure longevity, the machine should be regularly cleaned using
a clean cloth; paying particular attention to the deflector guard,
handles and switch box.
2. Clean scarifying cylinder with blades
When finished, the cylinder blade and underside of the machine
body should be cleaned with a clean cloth or stiff brush, ensuring
dirt and grass does not build up over time.
Always wear suitable gloves when handling the blade.
3. Clean raking cylinder with fine needles
When finished, the lawn rake tines and underside of the machine
body should be cleaned with a clean cloth or stiff brush, ensuring
dirt and grass does not build up over time.
Always wear suitable gloves when handling the drum.
4. Storage
Always store the machine in a dry place and, if possible, in the
original packaging.
All screws should be regularly cleaned and oiled.
5. Comsumable parts
Parts Number Accessories
L1710033 Cutting device (scarifying cylinder)
L1710034 Cutting device (raking cylinder)

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
WARNING! Only perform the steps described within these
instructions! All further inspection, maintenance and
repair work must be performed by an authorised service
centre or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve
the problem yourself!
Suspected malfunctions, disturbances or damages are often due to
causes that the user can resolve themselves; therefore, check the
product issues using this section. In most cases, the problem can
be solved quickly.
Fault Possible Cause Solution
Product does not
start
1. Not connected to
power supply
2. Power cord or
plug defective
3. Other electrical
defect to the
product
4. Lock-off button
not pressed
1. Connect to power
supply
2. Check by a
specialist electrician
3. Check by a
specialist electrician
4. Press lock-off
button first, then the
start/stop lever
Product does not
reach full power
1. Power source
(e.g. generator)
has too low
voltage
2. Air vents blocked
1. Connect to another
power source
2. Clean the air vents
Power result 1. Cutting device is
dull/damaged
2. Scarified material
exceeds capacity
3. Scarifying depth
is incorrect
1. Replace
2. Only scarify
materials according
to capacity of the
product
3. Adjust depth
Technical Data
Technical Data Table
Property Value
Model no. DT5310
Rated voltage 220-240V~50Hz
Power input power 1400W
No-load speed 5000/min
Max. cutting width 32cm
Working height setting 5 adjustments
(-10/-5/0/5/10mm)
Grass catcher bag 30L
Vibration 3.591m/s² K=1.5m/s²
Measured sound pressure level LPA 84.5dB(A) K=3dB(A)
Measured sound power level LwA 97.9dB(A) K=3dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level LwA 103dB(A)
Protection class II /
Degree of protection IPX4
Machine weight 10.8KG
Cable length 10m
The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 80 dB(A) and
ear protection measures are necessary.
The declared vibration value has been measured in accordance
with a standard test method and may be used for comparing one
product with another. The declared vibration value may also be used
in a preliminary assessment of exposure.
WARNING! Depending on the actual use of the product,
the vibration values can differ from the declared total!
Adopt proper measures to protect yourself against
vibration exposures! Take into consideration the whole
work process, including times the product is running
under no load or switched off. Proper measures include,
among others, regular maintenance and care of the
product and cutting attachments, keeping hands warm,
periodical breaks and proper planning of work processes!

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HAVS safety
WARNING! This equipment may cause Hand-Arm Vibration
Syndrome (HAVS) if its use is not adequately monitored and
managed.
Preventative measures include, among others, regular maintenance
and care of the product and cutting attachments, keeping hands
warm and periodical breaks, as well as proper planning of work
processes.
Disposal
The product and its accessories are made of various recyclable
materials. Dispose of the product in accordance with your local
recycling regulations, not with household waste.
Getting Help
Our dedicated UK-based customer helpline is open 7 days a week
to assist you with assembly, parts queries and technical support.
We are open during office hours but you can always send an email
via [email protected]. Our experts are here to get you
back enjoying your garden in no time.
For useful assembly, starting and maintenance videos, and for
ordering spares, please visit www.coreservice.co.uk.
Calling our service does not affect your statutory rights.
Warranty
This product is covered by a 2 year warranty.
The warranty covers any manufacturing defect in materials,
workmanship and finish.
Any claim under this warranty must be made by going to your
nearest Homebase store, taking your proof of purchase with you,
and claims must be made within 2 years of the date of purchase.
We will offer you a free repair of the item where this is possible, or a
replacement or a refund. Your statutory rights remain unaffected, in
particular any rights you may have under the Consumer Rights Act
2015.
This warranty is given by HHGL Limited, MK9 1BA; HHGL (ROI)
Limited, D02 X576.
Please note: This warranty does not apply to products misused
or neglected and only covers domestic use. It does not apply to
commercial use of the product.