AL-KO 103388 Combi Care 38 E Comfort Electric Lawn Scarifier Instruction Manual

AL-KO 103388 Combi Care 38 E Comfort Electric Lawn Scarifier

TECHNICAL DATA

Introduction

• Please read this document before starting to use the machine. This is essential for safe working and trouble-free handling.
• Comply with the safety and warning instructions in this documentation and on the machine.
• This document is a permanent component of the described product, and should remain with the machine if it is sold to someone else.

Explanation of symbols

Important! Following these warning instructions can help to avoid personal injuries and/or damage to property.
Special instructions for ease of understanding and regarding handling.

Symbols on the machine

Designated use

This machine is intended for loosening and aerating a lawn (scarifying) in private applications, and is only allowed to be used on dried lawns which have been mown short.
Any use not in accordance with this designated use shall be regarded as misuse.

Important! The machine is not allowed to be used in commercial applications.

Safety notes

• Only use the machine if it is in perfect technical condition
• Protect the machine against moisture
• Do not deactivate safety and protective devices
• Wear protective glasses and ear defenders
• Wear long trousers and sturdy shoes
• Keep your hands and feet away from the blade system
• Keep third parties out of the danger area
• Remove foreign bodies from the working area
• When leaving the machine:
  • Switch off the motor
  • Wait for the blade system to come to a stop
  • Disconnect from the mains
• Do not leave the machine unsupervised
• Children, or other people who are not familiar with the operating instructions, are not allowed to use the machine
• Do not operate the machine if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
• Comply with the local regulations on the minimum age of people operating the machine

Safety and protective devices

Motor protection switch
The motor protection switch switches off the scarifier/aerator if the motor is overloaded. Do not deactivate the function of the motor protection switch.
Proceed as follows if the motor protection switch has been switched off the machine:

1. Disconnect the machine from the mains.
2. Determine the cause of the overload.
3. After allowing the machine to cool down for 2 to 3 minutes, reconnect the power cable and start operating the machine.

Operator presence control
The machine is equipped with an operator presence control which stops the machine when it is released.

Danger! D o not deactivate the function of the operator presence control.

Rear flap
The machine is equipped with a rear flap.

Visual safety indicator (Fig. C, Fig. H)
The visual safety indicator displays when the work shaft is secured. The work shaft is secured correctly when the green mark is visible (5 mm).

Assembly

Assemble the machine in accordance with the illustra-tions (Figs. A, B).

Important! The machine is not allowed to be operated unless it has been fully assembled.

Startup

Important! Always perform a visual check prior to startup. Do not operate the machine if the blade system and/or the fastening parts are loose, damaged or worn.

• Comply with working time regulations in force in your country
• Always comply with the operating instructions supplied from the motor manufacturer

Power cable safety

• Only use rubber-sheathed cables with quality H05RN-F acc. to DIN/VDE 0282 with a conductor cross section of 3 x 1.5 mm²
• The type designation must be marked on the power cable. The plug and coupling socket must be made from rubber or sheathed in rubber, and be in accordance with DIN/VDE 0620
• Only use a power cable with sufficient length
• The power cable, plug and coupling socket must be protected against splash water
• Renew the tank or tank lock if damaged
• Repairs on the power cable, plug and coupling socket are only allowed to be carried out by au-thorised specialist companies. A defective power cable (e.g. with cracks, cuts, crushed or kinked points in the insulation) is not allowed to be used
• Protect the plug connections against moisture

Danger! Do not damage or cut the power cable.
If the power cable is damaged, immediately discon-nect it from the mains.

Electrical requirements

• 230 V/50 Hz alternating current
• Minimum cross section
• Power cable = 1.5 mm²
• Minimum fusing of mains connection = 10 A
• Residual-current circuit breaker (RCCB)
• Maximum tripping current = 30 mA.

Establishing the mains connection

1. Connect the coupling part of the power cable to the plug on the safety pushbutton switch.
2. Coil the power cable into a loop and hook it into the cable strain relief. Leave the loop long enough for the cable strain relief to be able to slide from one side to the other.

Danger! Never operate the machine from mains sockets which do not have a residual-current circuit breaker.

Setting the working depth

(Fig. D)

Important! Only set the working depth if the motor is switched off and the blade shaft is stopped.

Set the working depth of the blade shaft at the dial selector.

1. Tilt the scarifier backwards with the handlebar.
2. Push the twist switch down and turn it to level “2”.

Positions on the dial selector:
1 – 5 = Setting the working depth (Fig. D)

Note: With new blades, set the dial selector to posi-tion 2 at most!

The correct working depth depends on:

• the condition of the lawn
• the wear on the blades

If the working depth is incorrect:

• the scarifier will stop
• the motor will stall

In this case, move the dial selector back to a shallower working depth.

Note: A lways mow the lawn before scarifying.

Starting the motor

1. Push and hold the button of the safety pushbutton switch.

2. Pull the operator presence control against the handlebar. The motor starts.
   Note: The operator presence control does not lock in place. It must be held in place all the time.

3. Release the button of the safety pushbutton switch.

Switching off the motor

1. Release the operator presence control. It automatically returns to its initial position. The motor is switched off.
   Danger of lacerations! The blade shaft keeps turning under its own momentum! After switching off, do not reach under the machine straight away.

Hooking in/unhooking the grass catcher

1. Switch off the motor before hooking in/unhooking the grass catcher.
2. Wait for the blade shaft to come to a stop

General notes on operation

• The blade system must be able to turn entirely freely in order for the machine to be started
• Keep the power cable out of the working area
• Do not place your hands and feet close to any rotating parts
• Only control the machine using the handlebar. This ensures the necessary safety clearance.
• Be particularly careful when turning the scarifier or if you are pulling the machine behind you
• Make sure you can stand securely on slopes
• Always scarify across the slope
• Never scarify on steep slopes
• Always scarify at walking pace
• Never tilt or transport the machine when the motor is running
• Have the machine checked by a specialist if the following events occur:
  • After running into an obstacle
  • If the motor stops suddenly
  • If a blade is bent
  • If the blade shaft is bent
  • If the V-belt is defective

Handle Assembling

Maintenance and care

Danger! Risk of injury on the blade shaft.
Wear protective gloves!

Note: The user cannot open the motor enclosure for maintenance, such maintenance must be done by an authorized specialist workshop.

• Disconnect the mains plug before any maintenance and cleaning work! Wait for the shaft to come to a stop.
• Only use genuine spare parts.
• Only renew worn or damaged implements and pins as a set, in order to avoid imbalances.
• Do not spray the machine with water!
• Water ingress can cause irreparable damage to the motor and the safety pushbutton switch.
• Clean the machine after each use (scraper, cloth, etc.).

Removing the blade shaft (Fig. H)

1. Unscrew and remove the screw (1) of the bearing.
2. Fold up the bearing half (2).
3. Lift the blade shaft out of the lower bearing half and pull it out of the drive side (3).

Install in the reverse sequence.

Removing the blades  (Fig. I)

Before removing the blades, check their instal-lation position!

1. Unscrew and remove the hexagon bolt (1).
2. Carefully pull the ball bearing (2) off the shaft (8).
3. Pull the thrust ring (3), washer (4) and short spacer tube (5) off the shaft.
4. Pull off the blades (6) and long spacer tubes one after another.

Install in the reverse sequence.

Removing the aerator roller
Remove the aerator roller and renew the steel spring tines in the same way as the blade shaft.

Only for COMFORT 32 VLE COMBI CARE
Remove the aerator roller and renew the steel spring tines in the same way as the blade shaft.

Help in case of malfunctions

breaker
 | „| Push the operator presence control towards the top handlebar.
 | „| Select a lower working depth.
Shaft does not rotate| n Select a lower working depth.

n Clear the blades.

n Contact a customer service workshop.

The motor is| „| Select a lower working depth.
losing power| „| Renew worn blades.
 | „| Clean the housing.
 | „| Mow the lawn (grass is too long).
Poor scarifying| „| Select a lower working depth.
performance| „| Renew worn blades.
Machine is| „| Damaged blades.
not running

smoothly

| „| Contact a customer service workshop.
Machine is|  |
vibrating|  |

Malfunctions that cannot be rectified using this table must be attended to by an authorised specialist work-shop.

Disposal

Do not dispose of worn-out machines or spent batteries (including rechargeable batteries) in domestic waste!
The packaging, machine and accessories are made from recyclable materials and must be disposed of accordingly.

EC declaration of conformity

We hereby declare that this product, in the form in which it is marketed, meets the requirements of the harmonized EU guidelines,
EU safety standards, and product-specific standards.

Warranty

If any material or manufacturing defects are found during the statutory customer protection period, we will either repair or replace the equipment, whichever we consider the more appropriate. This statutory period may vary according to the legislation in force in the country where the equipment was purchased.

Our warranty is valid only if:

• The equipment has been used properly
• The operating instructions have been followed
• Genuine replacement parts have been used

The warranty is no longer valid if:

• The equipment has been tampered with
• Technical modifications have been made
• The trimmer was not used for its intended purpose (for example, used for commercial or communal applications)

The following are not covered by warranty:

• Paint damage due to normal wear
• Wear parts identified by a border  on the spare parts list
• Combustion motors – these are covered by a separate warranty from the manufacturer concerned
  To make a claim under warranty, please take this statement of warranty and proof of purchase to the nearest authorized customer service center. This warranty does not affect the usual statutory rights of the customer relative to the seller.

Overview

AL-KO Geraete GMBH
Head Quarter l Ichenhauser Str. 14 l 89359 Koetz l Deutschland Telefon: (+49)8221/203-0 l Telefax: (+49)8221/203-138 l www.al-ko.com

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