Function - Gardena ES 500 Operator's Manual

d) On machines with multiple tine assemblies, take
care as rotating one tine assembly can cause
another tine assembly to rotate.
e) Be careful during adjustment of the machine to
prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving
tine assemblies and fixed parts of the machine.
f) Always allow the machine to cool down before
storing.
g) When servicing the tine assembly be aware that,
even though the power source is switched off, the
tine assembly can still be moved.
h) Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Use
only genuine replacement parts and accessories.
i) 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 are come to a complete stop. Allow the
machine to cool before making any inspections,
adjustments, etc. Maintain the machine with care
and keep it clean.
j) Store the machine out of the reach of children.
2.5 Recommendation
The machine should be supplied via a residual current
device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than
30 mA.
Electrical safety
WARNING! Electric shock!
Risk of injury due to electric shock.
Disconnect the product from the mains before you
do maintenance or you replace parts. Thereby the
disconnected socket must be in the visual range.
Cables
If extension cables are used, these must comply with
the minimum cross-sections in the table below:
Voltage Cable length
220 – 240 V / 50 Hz up to 20 m
220 – 240 V / 50 Hz 20 – 50 m
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from
your local Approved Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed
for outdoor use and which conform to one of
the following specifications: Ordinary rubber
(60245 IEC 53), Ordinary PVC (60227 IEC 53) or
Ordinary PCP (60245 IEC 57).
3. If the short connection lead is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Attachment fittings must be used for extension cables.
In Switzerland use of a residual-current device is
obligatory.

3. Function

Correct aerating:
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Checks before each use
v Inspect the Electric Lawn Rake before each use.
For safety reasons, allow all worn out and damaged
parts to be exchanged by GARDENA Service or
authorised specialist dealers.
Proper use / Responsibility
v
Keep hands and feet away from the aerator cylinder.
v
During use do not tip the unit and do not open the
rear flap.
v
Familiarise yourself with the surroundings of your
working area. Check for possible risks which might
be not audible due to the noise of the machine.
v
Always push the Electric Lawn Rake at a walking
pace.
v
Attention! Take extra care when walking back-
wards. You may stumble!
v Do not use the Electric Lawn Rake if it is raining or
in moist, wet conditions.
v
Do not use the product when a thunderstorm is
approaching.
v Do not work close to the edge of swimming pools
or garden ponds with the Electric Lawn Rake.
v
Please observe any local restrictions relating to
noise levels.
Do not overload the product.
This product is not intended for long term use.
Don't work until exhaustion.
Do not operate the product in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or
dust. The product can create sparks which may ignite
Cross section
the dust or fumes.
1.5 mm 2 Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
2.5 mm 2
WARNING! Cardiac arrest!
This product makes an electromagnetic field while
it operates. This field may under some conditions
interfere with active or passive medical implants. To
decrease the risk of conditions that can possibly injure
or kill, we recommend persons with medical implants
to speak with their physician and the medical implant
manufacturer before you operate the product.
Risk of suffocation!
Small could be swallowed during assembly and
there is a risk of suffocation from the poly bag.
Scrap the plastic bags immediately after assembling
the product.
The Electric Lawn Rake can be used for removing matting and
moss in the lawn as well as for cutting flat-rooting ranks.
To maintain a well-cared-for lawn we recommend aerating every
4 – 6 weeks depending on the state of your lawn.
DANGER! Risk of injury!
The Electric Lawn Rake can cause serious
injuries!