LawnMaster GVB1316 Operator's Manual

16" 13 amp scarifier and lawn dethatcher
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LawnMaster GVB1316 Electric 16" 13 Amp Dethatcher and
Scarifier with 12 Gallon Collection Bag

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  • Page 1 User Manual of Product 1: LawnMaster GVB1316 Electric 16” 13 Amp Dethatcher and Scarifier with 12 Gallon Collection Bag...
  • Page 2 Operator's Manual EN p. 2 GVB1316 Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool. Distributed By: Suzhou Cleva Electric Appliance Co., Ltd. NO.8 Ting Rong Street 215122 Suzhou - China...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Page TABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SYMBOLS KNOW YOUR SCARIFIER/DETHATCHER ASSEMBLY 12-15 OPERATION 16-20 MAINTENANCE 21-22 TROUBLESHOOTING 23-24 ® LAWNMASTER WARRANTY EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST...
  • Page 4: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 120 V ~ 60 Hz Current 13 A Motor Speed 3700 RPM Cutting Width 16 inch (406 mm) Height Adjustment 14 positions: -0.35 -0.19 inch (-9 -5 mm) for Scarifier Cylinder 14 positions: -0.19 -0.35 inch (-5 -9 mm) for Dethatcher Cylinder Collection Bag Capacity 11.9 gallon (45 liters) W h e e l S i z e...
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING serious personal injury. This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate. WARNING This symbol indicates important safety instructions.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cord only one way. use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. For lengths less than 50 feet, a resulting in loss of power and overheating. and secure place that cannot be accessed by children. clean, and free from oil and grease.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS turns slowly and gradually. you are tired. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock. personal injury. and other foreign objects. operation, make a knot as shown below, or use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described in this manual.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert in the presence of small children. Children are often attracted to the tool and the scarifying/dethatching activity. Children do not understand the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. the operator.
  • Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS An undersized cord will cause overheating. The table below shows the correct size to use depending gauge number, the heavier the cord. Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters) 25ft 50ft 100ft 150ft 120V (7.62m) (15.24m) (30.48m) (45.72m) Ampere Rating Not More...
  • Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS this tool, loan them these instructions also.
  • Page 11: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Watt...
  • Page 12: Know Your Scarifier/Dethatcher

    KNOW YOUR SCARIFIER/DETHATCHER this Operator’s Manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. Components 1. Start/Stop Bale Switch 7. Collection Bag 14. Cable Clip (X2) 2.
  • Page 13: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY the packing list are included. the product. 384-8432). (1) Upper Handle (1) Middle Handles (2) Lower Handles (2) Screws (1) Cord Retainer (4) Carriage Bolts (4) Wing Nuts (2) Cable Clips (1) Collection Bag Assembly (Bag & Metal Frame) (1) Dethatcher Cylinder (1) Operator’s Manual WARNING...
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY WARNING Never operate the tool without the proper safety devices in place and working. Never operate the tool with damaged safety devices. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury. (See Figs. 1-5) carriage bolts and two wing nuts (Fig. 3). two wing nuts (Fig.
  • Page 15 ASSEMBLY Grass Collection Bag Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Sleeve Metal Frame are properly clamped on the frame. avoid personal injury. Recommendation: Work with the collection bag for dethatching and without the collection bag for scarifying. Fig. 8 Rods Sockets...
  • Page 16 ASSEMBLY of the grass collection bag (Fig. 9). Fig. 9 Safety Guard Flap Collection Bag signs of wear or deterioration.
  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury. WARNING Do not switch on the tool until it has been completely assembled. Before switching on the tool, always check the power cord for signs of damage.
  • Page 18 OPERATION WARNING Before switching on the tool ensure that it is not in contact with any objects. Keep your feet and hands well away from the cylinder and the ejector opening. There is a possible danger of injury! cord retainer and place it around the hook (Fig. 11). hold the start/stop bale switch against the handle as you operate (Fig.
  • Page 19 OPERATION circumstances: 1. If the cutting device is wrapped by a build-up of debris. 3. Where there is too much resistance against the cutting device. When the circuit breaker has been activated, switch off the product and disconnect it from the power supply.
  • Page 20 OPERATION Fig. 14 Dethatcher Cylinder To maintain a well-cared-for lawn it should be dethatched every 4 to 6 weeks. Scarifying with the blade cylinder is a more intensive treatment than dethatching and should only be over grassroots are loosened up. The lawn will start to breathe again and assimilate nourishing when the grass is dormant.
  • Page 21 OPERATION WARNING When working on slopes always proceed across the slope. Be particularly careful when walking backwards and pulling the tool. There is a possible danger of stumbling. The shorter the grass, the better the lawn can be treated. Furthermore, the load on the tool is less and the service life of the cylinder is prolonged.
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING Always wear gloves when handling the cylinder. WARNING Prior to all maintenance and cleaning work always switch off the tool, disconnect the plug from the power socket and wait until the cylinder is standing still.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE - Remove and clean the collection bag. - Fully loosen the wing nuts on the sides of the upper handle and fold the upper handle down (Fig. 15). - To save space, the collection bag can be put on the tool (Fig. 16). Fig.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Only perform the steps described within these instructions! maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorized service center. No power. Call Customer Service for assistance Defective power cord. (Toll-free number 866-384-8432). Press and hold the safety switch button. Safety switch button is not Pull the start/stop bale switch toward the pressed.
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING Blocked by a foreign Remove the foreign object. object. Mow beforehand. See Operation on Motor fails. Grass is too long. page 19-20. Clogged by debris. Clean debris. Spring tines of dethatcher cylinder worn out. blunt or damaged. Call Customer Service for assistance Work result is not Toothed-belt defective.
  • Page 26: Warranty

    For product service call Customer Service at (866)384-8432. Items not covered by warranty: 1. Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial use, abuse, neglect, accident, attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser. It is the purchaser's responsibility to pay transportation writing by LawnMaster.
  • Page 27: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW GVB1316 EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 28: Parts List

    PARTS LIST 191024102 Rear Wheel Assembly 191007109 Front Wheel Assembly (170mm) 111009116 191024103 191024104 Dethatcher Cylinder Motor Cover 191024106 Safety Guard Flap 191024107 Metal Frame 191024108 Collection bag Lower Handle Assembly 10.1 Screw St4.8*12 191024109 Wing Nut Assembly Middle Handle 111005128 Cord Retainer Upper Handle Assembly...
  • Page 29 NOTES...

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