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Cleaning and maintenance, Prior to each time the application is used, Once per season – Powerplus POWXG7201 CULTIVATOR 1200W EN User Manual

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10.1

Clearing tines of foreign objects

During operation, a stone or root could become lodged in the tines, or tall grass or weeds may
become wrapped around the tine shaft.
To clear the tines, release the trigger lever. Unplug the tiller, and dislodge or remove any
obstacles from the tines or tine shaft.
To ease removal of tall grass or weeds that are wrapped around the tine shaft, remove one or
more of the tines from the tine shaft. See Tine Removal and Installation in the manual

11 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Warning !Before performing any work on the equipment, pull the power
plug.

11.1

Prior to each time the application is used

 Check the connecting cable for signs of damage or ageing. Replace the cable if it is

cracked, split or otherwise damaged.

 Check the condition of the cutting cylinder, and ensure that all threaded connections are

securely tightened.

 If the tines are blunt, take it to a specialist workshop for repair if necessary.

11.2

Once per season

 Lubricate the tines and shaft.
 At the end of the season, have the application checked and serviced in a specialist

workshop.

Warning ! Always clean the application after use. Failure to carry out proper
cleaning can result in damage to the application or cause it to malfunction.

Whenever possible, clean the application straight after you have finished working on the lawn.
 Clean the underside of the housing around the tines and the protective shield and fender

with a scrubbing brush, and brush or soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water
mixture. Never splash with water!

 To remove soil and debris from the tines and transmission, use a stiff brush or a

dampened cloth.

 Clean the ventilator, and remove any remaining grass or dirt.
 Once cleaned, wipe the tine and shaft dry and apply a light coat of oil.

11.3

Tines Removal and Installation (Fig. 6)

Worn tines invites poor performance and overload of motor.
Check before each use the tines situation. Sharpen or replace the tines with new one when
necessary. It is recommended to do this by a specialist.
Caution! Disconnect the mains and wear protective gloves.
To remove the complete tines from the shaft:
 Remove the lock pin from the end of the shaft.
 Take off the outer tine set from shaft.
 Remove the lock pin and take off the inner tine set from tine shaft.
 Reverse above steps to install tines.

11.4

Change tines from bracket

When one or two pieces of tine broken, it is necessary to change the damaged tine instead of
complete tine set.
 Loosen the screws from one side while hold the lock nuts from other side.

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