RVL 1200 - Scarifier EINHELL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL RVL 1200 EINHELL

1. General safety regulations 16
2. Equipment layout and items supplied 17
   3.Description of the warning logos 17
3. Intended use 17
4. Assembling the equipment 18
5. Setting the working depth 19
6. Changing the roller 19
7. Starting up 19
8. Tips for proper working 20
9. Maintenance, care and storage 20
10. Ordering spare parts 20
11. Technical data 20
12. Troubleshooting guide 21

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Packaging

The unit is supplied in packaging to prevent it from being damaged in transit. The raw materials in this packaging can be reused or recycled.

When using equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage.

• Read the operating instructions carefully and comply with them. It is important to consult these instructions in order to acquaint yourself with the unit, its proper use and safety regulations.
• Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times.
• If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions as well.

We accept no liability for damage or accidents which arise due to non-observation of these instructions.

1. General safety regulations

1. Never allow children or other persons who are not familiar with the operating instructions to use the scarifier. Contact your local governmental agency for information regarding minimum age requirements for operating the scarifier.
2. Always disconnect the power cable before carrying out any checks, maintenance or repairs.
3. The person operating the scarifier is liable for any damages sustained by third parties within the machine's working radius as a result of its use.
4. Work only in broad daylight or with suitable artificial lighting.
5. Always check the machine for signs of damage prior to using it.
6. Make sure that all the guards are fitted and that they are in good working order.
7. Never use the machine when you are tired.
8. Switch off the motor and disconnect the power plug before you carry out any checks, cleaning, maintenance or other work on the scarifier, and whenever the scarifier hits a foreign body.
9. Before using the scarifier, always visually examine the spike drum for excessive wear or damage.
10. It is imperative to follow the instructions when fitting or dismantling the spike drum.
11. Examine the site where you want to use the scarifier and remove all objects which could be struck and thrown up. Foreign objects must be

removed before operation. Watch out for foreign objects during operation. Watch out for any extension cables you may be using to operate the scarifier. Keep power cables away from the cutting unit.

1. Always wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers while scarifying. Never scarify in bare feet or when wearing light sandals.
2. Always use the scarifier with the ejector flap closed, or with grass bag.
3. Never use the machine with damaged or missing safety equipment, e.g. without deflector plates and/or the grass collecting device.
4. Do not raise the scarifier when you start the motor.
5. Never move your hands or feet toward or under any rotating parts. Keep clear of the ejector opening at all times.
6. Slopes have to be scarified along the slope and not up and down.
7. Do not use the scarifier on gradients exceeding 15% .
8. Switch off the motor, pull out the power cable and wait for the spike drum to come to a standstill before you lift the scarifier for transporting.
9. Make sure there are no persons and particularly no children or animals in the direct vicinity of the scarifier while it is being used. Make sure that a safety distance of 10 meters is observed.
10. Store the scarifier in a dry place that is inaccessible to children.
11. Entrust repairs to the electrical parts of the scarifier only to a qualified electrician.
12. The power cables used are not to be of a lighter duty class than light rubber-insulated H07RN-F in accordance with DIN 57282/VDE 0282 and they must have a cross section of at least 1.5 mm^2 . The connection must be splash-proof. The power cable must be fed through the stress-relief clips and be plugged into the switch/plug block. Before use, check the cable for damage and signs of aging. Never use the scarifier with worn or damaged cables. If the cable is damaged while scarifying, pull the power plug immediately and only then inspect the damage. Do not touch the power cable until the plug has been pulled.
13. Do not tilt the scarifier when you start the motor unless the scarifier must be raised off the ground a little in order to start it. In the latter case, tilt the scarifier as little as absolutely necessary and only raise the side opposite the user.
14. Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened securely and that the machine is in safe working condition.
15. If the scarifier strikes a foreign body, examine the

machine for signs of damage and carry out any necessary repairs before restarting and continuing to work with the scarifier.

1. Do not expose the scarifier to rain. The grass should not be wet or very moist.
2. Always make sure that you have a solid footing while working with the scarifier.
3. Operate the machine at a walking pace only.
4. Be particularly careful when you change direction on a slope.
5. Be particularly careful when you turn the scarifier around or pull it toward yourself.
6. Stop the scarifier whenever it has to be lifted for transporting over areas other than lawns and whenever it has to be moved from or to the area you want to scarify.
7. Carefully actuate the starter switch in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Make sure your feet are far enough away from the spike drum.
8. Never lift or carry the scarifier with the motor running.
9. Switch off the motor and pull out the mains plug before you leave the scarifier.
10. Allow the motor to cool down before you put the machine in a closed room.
11. Switch the scarifier off and disconnect the power cable before performing any adjustment or cleaning work to the scarifier, and before checking to see if the mains connection is entwinded or damaged.
12. Socket couplers to connection elements must be made from rubber, soft PVC or other thermoplastic material of equal rigidity or coated with such material.
13. When scarifying, ensure that you avoid paths that could restrict the free movement of the extension cable.

14. Switch off the motor:

15. before you try to remove any obstructions or blockages,

16. before performing any cleaning, checking or adjustment work to the scarifier,

17. after running over an obstruction.

18. If the machine should start to vibrate unusually, it must be checked immediately.

19. To prevent risk of fire, keep the motor free of grass, leaves and moss at all times.
20. For safety reasons you should always replace worn or damaged parts.

21. If the connecting line for the machine is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its after-sales service or similarly trained personnel to avoid danger.

22. Safety equipment must not be removed or bypassed.

23. Make regular checks on the grass collecting device for wear or damaged parts.

24. Wear hearing and eye protection while operating the machine.

2. Layout and items supplied (see Fig. 1+2)

1. ON/OFF switch
2. Safety lock-off
3. Power cable
4. Cable strain-relief clamp
5. Top push bar
6. Bottom push bar
7. Push bar bracket
8. Scarifying depth

9. Grass basket

10. Ejector flap

11. Frame parts for grass basket

12. Cable clips
13. Fastening screws for push bar
14. Retaining screws for push bar
15. Aerating roller

3. Description of the warning logos (see Fig. 3)

A = Important!
Read the directions for use before operating the tool.
B = Keep other persons (and animals) away from the danger zone.
C = Wear hearing and eye protection.
D = Sharp work tools - Do not cut your fingers or toes! Switch off the device and pull the power plug before engaging in any maintenance/ cleaning work or if the cable is tangled or damaged. Keep the power cable away from the cutting unit.
E = Keep the power cable away from the roller.

4. Intended use

The equipment can be used both as a scarifier and an aerator depending on the intended use. Only a few movements are required to change the roller. The scarifying roller is designed for ripping moss and weeds - complete with their roots - out of the soil and

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for loosening the soil. As a result your lawn can absorb nutrients better and is cleaned. We recommend you to scarify your lawn in the spring (April) and autumn (October).

The aerating roller scratches the surface of the lawn, helping water to drain off more easily as well as promoting oxygen intake. Aerate your lawn throughout the growing period.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

Power supply

The scarifier can be connected to any light socket (with 230 volts of alternating current). However, the socket outlet must have an earthing contact protected by a 16 A circuit breaker. Additionally, a residual current device (RCD) circuit-breaker with max. 30mA must be used!

Power cable

Please only use power cables that are not damaged. The total length of the power cable should not exceed 50 meters; going beyond this distance will reduce the power output of the electric motor. The power cable must have a cross-section of 3 × 1.5 mm2. The insulating sheath of scarifier power cables is frequently damaged.

Some of the causes for this are:

• Cracking from running over the cable
• Pinching when the power cable is dragging under doors and pulled through windows
• Cracking due to old age of the insulation
• Kinking by improperly fastening or guiding the power cable

Even though power cables with damaged insulation sheaths pose a lethal hazard, some people still use them. Do not make this mistake!

Cables, plugs and socket couplers must meet the following requirements listed below. Power cables used to hook up lawn aerators must have a rubber insulation sheath.

The power cables must, at the very minimum, be of type HO5RN-F and 3-stranded. The cable type must be printed somewhere on the power cable. Only purchase power cables that are marked as such! Plugs and socket couplers for the power cables must be made from rubber and be splash-proof. There is a limit to how long power cables can be. Longer power cables require larger conductor cross-sections.

Power cables and connecting lines must be regularly checked for damage. Ensure that the lines are de-energized before checking them. Completely unwind the power cable. Also check power cable entry points, plugs and socket couplers for kinks.

The equipment is intended for private use i.e. for use in home and gardening environments.

Scarifiers for private use are machines whose annual operating time generally does not exceed 10 hours, during which the machine is primarily used to maintain small-scale, residential lawns and home/hobby gardens. Public facilities, sporting halls, and agricultural/forestry applications are excluded.

The operating instructions as supplied by the manufacturer must be kept and referred to in order to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained. The instructions contain valuable information on operating, maintenance and servicing conditions.

Important! Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the equipment may not be used to grind up branch or hedge clippings. Moreover, the equipment may not be used as a power cultivator to level out high areas such as mole hills.

For safety reasons, the equipment may not be used as a drive unit for other work tools or tool sets of any kind.

5. Assembling the equipment

The equipment is delivered unassembled. The grass basket and the complete push bar must be assembled and mounted before using the equipment. Follow the operating instructions step-by-step and use the pictures provided as a visual guide to easily assemble the equipment.

Fitting the push bar brackets (see Figs. 4 and 5) Insert the push bar brackets (Fig. 4 / Item 7) into the provided openings (Fig. 4). Then fasten the brackets with the retaining screws (Fig. 5 / Item 14).

Fitting the lower push bar (see Fig. 6)

• Slide the lower push bar (Fig. 6/Item 6) over the push bar brackets. Do not forget to slide the stress-relief clip (Fig. 6/Item 4) onto the tube beforehand.
• Screw the tubes together, using the screws

supplied (Fig. 7 / Item 13).

Fitting the upper push bar (see Figs. 7-9)

• Position the upper push bar (Fig. 1 / Item 5) such that its holes line up with the holes of the lower bar.
• Screw the tubes together, using the screws supplied (Fig. 2 / Item 13).
• Using the cable clips supplied (Fig. 8), attach the power cable to the tubes of the push bars so that it is possible to open and shut the ejector flap (Fig. 9/Item 12).
• Important! Please ensure that the ejector flap can be opened and closed easily!

Assembling the grass basket (see Figs. 10 and - 13)

• Push both frame parts into each other (Fig. 10).
  Pull the grass basket over the metal frame (Fig. 11).
  Pull the rubber clips over the metal frame (Fig. 12).
  To hang the grass basket on the scarifier you must lift the ejector flap (Fig. 13/Item 10) with one hand and with the other hand take hold of the grass bag by the handle and hook it onto the scarifier from above (Fig. 13).

Important!

Before you ever hook the grass basket to the scarifier you must ensure that the motor is switched off and the cutting unit is not rotating.

6. Adjusting the scarifier depth (see Fig. 14)

The scarifier depth is adjusted at both front wheels via the adjustment mechanism. For this, pull out the adjusting screw and turn the wheel to the left or right into one of the available positions (0/I/II/III).

Important!

The scarifier depth must always be identically set on both sides!

0 = drive/transport position

I = scarifier depth 3 mm

II = scarifier depth 7 mm

III = scarifier depth 9 mm

7. Changing the roller

Important! Be sure to wear work gloves!

Only replace the roller with a genuine Einhell roller, as this will ensure top performance and safety under all conditions.

Remove the two Allen screws (Fig. 17 / Item 18). Lift the roller on this side and pull out in the direction of the arrow (Fig. 18). Now slide the new roller in the direction of the arrow (Fig. 20) onto the square-ended drive (Fig. 19 / Item 17) and press into the holder (Fig. 20). Refasten the roller with the two Allen screws (Fig. 17 / Item 18).

8. Starting up

Connect the machine's power supply cable to the plug (Fig. 15/Item 1) and secure the power cable with the stress-relief clip (Fig 15/Item 2).

Important! To prevent accidental start-up of the equipment, the push-bar (Fig. 16 / Item 1) is equipped with a safety lock-off (Fig. 16 / Item 2) which must be pressed before the lever switch (Fig. 16 / Item 3) can be pressed. If the lever switch is released, the equipment switches off. Repeat this process several times so that you are sure that the machine functions properly. Before you perform any repair or maintenance work on the machine, ensure that the cutting unit is not rotating and that the power supply is disconnected.

Important! Never open the ejector flap when the motor is running. A rotating cutting unit can cause injuries.

Always fasten the ejector flap carefully. The flap flips back to the "Closed" position by the tension springs! Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the long handles) is maintained between the user and the housing. Be especially careful when scarifying and changing direction on slopes and inclines. Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear and long trousers. Always scarify along the incline (not up and down).

For safety reasons, the scarifier may not be used to scarify inclines whose gradient exceeds 15 degrees. Use special caution when backing up and pulling the scarifier (stripping hazard)!

9. Tips for proper working

It is recommended that you overlap scarifying paths a little.

Try to scarify in straight lines for a nice, clean look. Insodoing, the aeration swaths should always overlap each other by a few centimeters in order to avoid bare strips.

As soon as grass clippings start to trail the scarifier, it is time to empty the grass basket.

Important! Before taking off the grass basket, switch off the motor and wait until the roller has come to a stop.

To remove the grass basket, lift up the ejector flap with one hand, while unhooking the basket with the other.

How frequently you should scarify your lawn is determined primarily by the speed at which the grass grows and the hardness of the soil.

Keep the underside of the equipment clean and remove soil and grass build-up. Deposits make it more difficult to start the aerator and decrease the quality of the scarifying.

Always scarify along inclines (not up and down).

Switch off the motor before doing any checks on the roller.

Important!

The roller rotates for a few seconds after the motor is switched off. Never attempt to stop the roller. In the event that the rotating roller strikes an object, immediately switch off the equipment and wait for the roller to come to a complete stop. Then inspect the condition of the roller. Replace any parts that are damaged (see section 7).

Lay the power cable on the ground in loops in front of the power outlet. Scarify away from the power outlet and cable, making sure that the power cable always trails in the already scarified grass so that the equipment does not travel over the cable.

10. Maintenance, care and storage

Maintenance and cleaning work on the equipment as well as removal of the safety devices may only be performed when the motor is switched off and the power cable has been pulled.

Replace a worn or damaged roller immediately.

Do not clean the equipment with running water and

particularly not with a pressure hose.

Ensure that all mounting components (i.e. screws, nuts etc.) are always tightened so that the equipment can be safely operated at all times.

Store the equipment in a dry room. In order to ensure that you enjoy your scarifier for many years to come, all screwed parts, as well as the wheels and axles, should be cleaned and lubricated.

Keeping your scarifier in good condition not only ensures a long lifespan and high performance, but also enables the equipment to thoroughly scarify your grass with minimal effort. For best results, clean the equipment with a brush or rag. Do not use any solvents to remove dirt.

At the end of the season, perform a general inspection of the equipment and remove any deposits which may have accumulated.

At the start of each season, ensure that you check the condition of the equipment. If repairs are necessary, please contact one of our customer service centers (see address on warranty certificate).

11. Ordering spare parts

The following information should be given when ordering replacement parts:

Model/type of the equipment
Art. No. of the equipment
ID No. of the equipment
Part number of the required spare part

For our latest prices and information please go to www.isc-gmbh.info

12. Technical data

Mains voltage: 230V ~ 50Hz

Power input: 1200 W

Working width: 31 cm

Number of blades: 8 double blades

Number of claws: 42

Scarifying depth: -3/3/7/9 mm

L_pA sound pressure level: 85 dB(A)

L_WA sound power level: 99 dB(A)

Hand/arm vibration a_hv : 2,71 m/s²

Protection class: II/回

Protection type: IPX4

Sound and vibration were measured in accordance with DIN EN 13684.

1. Troubleshooting guide

Fault	Possible causes	Rectification
Motor does not start	a) No electricity in plug b) Cable defective c) Switch, switch/plug block defective d) Connections to motor or capacitor disconnected e) Housing clogged	a) Check line and fuse b) Check c) Have machine checked by a customer service center d) Have machine checked by a customer service center e) If necessary adjust working depth. Clean housing so that the roller can run freely
Engine performance drops	a) Soil is too firm b) Housing clogged c) Roller badly worn	a) Change working depth b) Clean housing c) Replace roller
Imprecise scarifying result	a) roller worn b) Wrong working depth	a) Replace roller b) Correct working depth
Motor is running, roller is not rotating	a) Toothed belt is torn	a) By customer service workshop

Important notice!

To protect the motor itis equipped with a thermal overload switch which cuts out when overloaded and starts again automatically after a short cooling-down period.

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Never place any electric tools in your household refuse.

To comply with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning old electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in national laws, old electric tools have to be separated from other waste and disposed of in an environment-friendly fashion, e.g. by taking to a recycling depot.

Recycling alternative to the demand to return electrical devices:

As an alternative to returning the electrical device, the owner is obliged to cooperate in ensuring that the device is properly recycled if ownership is relinquished. This can also be done by handing over the used device to a returns center, which will dispose of it in accordance with national commercial and industrial waste management legislation. This does not apply to the accessories and auxiliary equipment without any electrical components which are included with the used device.

All of our products undergo strict quality checks to ensure that they reach you in perfect condition. In the unlikely event that your device develops a fault, please contact our service department at the address shown on this guarantee card. Of course, if you would prefer to call us then we are also happy to offer our assistance under the service number printed below. Please note the following terms under which guarantee claims can be made:

1. These guarantee terms cover additional guarantee rights and do not affect your statutory warranty rights. We do not charge you for this guarantee.
2. Our guarantee only covers problems caused by material or manufacturing defects, and it is restricted to the rectification of these defects or replacement of the device. Please note that our devices have not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Consequently, the guarantee is invalidated if the equipment is used in commercial, trade or industrial applications or for other equivalent activities. The following are also excluded from our guarantee: compensation for transport damage, damage caused by failure to comply with the installation/assembly instructions or damage caused by unprofessional installation, failure to comply with the operating instructions (e.g. connection to the wrong mains voltage or current type), misuse or inappropriate use (such as overloading of the device or use of non-approved tools or accessories), failure to comply with the maintenance and safety regulations, ingress of foreign bodies into the device (e.g. sand, stones or dust), effects of force or external influences (e.g. damage caused by the device being dropped) and normal wear resulting from proper operation of the device.

The guarantee is rendered null and void if any attempt is made to tamper with the device.

1. The guarantee is valid for a period of 2 years starting from the purchase date of the device. Guarantee claims should be submitted before the end of the guarantee period within two weeks of the defect being noticed. No guarantee claims will be accepted after the end of the guarantee period. The original guarantee period remains applicable to the device even if repairs are carried out or parts are replaced. In such cases, the work performed or parts fitted will not result in an extension of the guarantee period, and no new guarantee will become active for the work performed or parts fitted. This also applies when an on-site service is used.
2. In order to assert your guarantee claim, please send your defective device postage-free to the address shown below. Please enclose either the original or a copy of your sales receipt or another dated proof of purchase. Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place, as it is your proof of purchase. It would help us if you could describe the nature of the problem in as much detail as possible. If the defect is covered by our guarantee then your device will either be repaired immediately and returned to you, or we will send you a new device.

Of course, we are also happy offer a chargeable repair service for any defects which are not covered by the scope of this guarantee or for units which are no longer covered. To take advantage of this service, please send the device to our service address.

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