POWDPG8020 - Lawn mower PowerPlus - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL POWDPG8020 PowerPlus

POWDPG8020 1 APPLICATION The product is intended to scarify (remove moss and uncontrolled growth of shallow roots) from grass areas in private and hobby gardens. The product may not be used for commercial purposes. The product must be operated according to the specifications in the instructions for use. Any improper use or any activities on the product not described in these instructions for use are considered inadmissible misuse and outside of the manufacturer's legal liability. WARNING! For your own safety, read this manual and general safety instructions carefully before using the appliance. Your power tool should only be passed on together with these instructions. 2 DESCRIPTION (FIG. A)

6. Lever (for working depth)

9. Battery pack (NOT INCLUDED)

10. Battery pack release button

11. Charger (NOT INCLUDED)

12. Battery capacity indicator

13. Button for battery capacity indicator

3 PACKAGE CONTENT LIST

Remove all packaging materials. Remove remaining packaging and packing inserts (if included). Check that the package contents are complete. Check the appliance, the power cord, the power plug and all accessories for transportation damage. Keep the packaging materials as far as possible until the end of the warranty period. Then take it to your local waste disposal system.

WARNING: Packaging materials are not toys! Children must not play with

plastic bags! There is a danger of suffocation! 1 x LAWN SCARIFIER / AERATOR 40 V 1 x steering bar 2 x lower steering bar 1x U-shaped steering bar 1x assembly bag of screws and tommy nuts 1 x grass collector 1 x manual If any parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 4 www.varo.com 4 SYMBOLS The following symbols are used in this manual and/or on the machine:

Read manual before use.

Wait until all machine components have completely stopped before touching them. The blades continue to rotate after the machine is switched off, a rotating blade can cause injury.

Denotes risk of personal injury or damage to the tool.

In accordance with essential safety standards of applicable European directives.

Risk of injury due to flying parts! Other persons must maintain a safe distance.

Wearing of protection against noise advised.

Do not expose the product to a humid environment.

Risk of injury! Before beginning work, check the terrain and remove all objects that may be flung out by the product.

Mandatory use of eye protection.

Do not expose charger and battery pack to water.

Do not incinerate battery pack or charger.

Ambient temperature 40 °C max. (only for battery).

Use battery and charger only in closed rooms.

Pay more attention to the operator's hands and feet to avoid injury.

Battery charger contains a safety transformer.

5 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to heed warnings and follow instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep safety warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the safety warnings refers to your mains- operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Keep working area clean and well lit. Untidy and dark areas can lead to accidents. Do not operate power tools in potentially explosive surroundings, for example, in the presence of inflammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Keep children and bystanders at a distance when operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control of it.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 5 www.varo.com

5.2 Electrical safety

Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use adapter plugs with earthed power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of a lethal electric shock. Avoid body contact with earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, kitchen ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of a lethal electric shock if your body is earthed. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. If water gets inside a power tool, it will increase the risk of a lethal electric shock. Do not damage the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of a lethal electric shock. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for outdoor use. Using a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of a lethal electric shock. If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a power supply protected by a residual current device (RCD). Using an RCD reduces the risk of a lethal electric shock.

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention when operating a power tool may result in serious personal injury. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Using safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, or hearing protection whenever it is needed will reduce the risk of personal injury. Avoid accidental starts. Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting the plug. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools when the switch is in the on position makes accidents more likely. Remove any adjusting keys or spanners before turning on the power tool. A spanner or key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. Do not reach out too far. Keep your feet firmly on the ground at all times. This will enable you retain control over the power tool in unexpected situations. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from the power tool. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can become entangled in the moving parts. If there are devices for connecting dust extraction and collection facilities, please ensure that they are attached and used correctly. Using such devices can reduce dust-related hazards.

5.4 Power tool use and care

Do not expect the power tool to do more than it can. Use the correct power tool for what you want to do. A power tool will achieve better results and be safer if used in the context for which it was designed. Do not use the power tool if the switch cannot turn it on and off. A power tool with a broken switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 6 www.varo.com Store power tools, when not in use, out of the reach of children and do not allow people who are not familiar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users. Maintenance. Check for misalignment or jammed moving parts, breakages or any other feature that might affect the operation of the power tool. If it is damaged, the power tool must be repaired. Many accidents are caused by using poorly maintained power tools. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to jam and are easier to control. Use the power tool, accessories and cutting tools, etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work which needs to be done. Using a power tool in ways for which it was not intended can lead to potentially hazardous situations.

Your power tool should be serviced by a qualified specialist using only standard spare parts. This will ensure that it meets the required safety standards.

6 SAFETY INFORMATION FOR SCARIFIERS

Read the instructions carefully to ensure safe operation of the product. Before beginning work, check the area and remove all objects that may be caught up and flung by the product. Keep the power cable away from the tines. The tines can damage the cable and result in contact with activated parts. Press the operating lever with caution. Ensure you are standing at an adequate distance from the working tool. Do not start the motor when standing in front of the ejection channel. Never place your hands or feet on or under rotating parts. Always maintain a safe distance from the ejection opening. Remember that the product operator is responsible for accidents or risks to other persons or their property. Only operate the scarifier at walking speed. Work only when light and visibility are good. Avoid using the product on wet grass. Exercise extreme caution when using on wet grass so as to avoid slipping. Ensure that there are no other persons or animals close to the working area. Do not touch the tines until the product has been disconnected from the mains and the tines have come to a complete standstill. Always ensure stability on slopes. Always work across slopes, never upwards or downwards. Never work on extremely steep slopes. Be vigilant when reversing or pulling the product. Be especially vigilant when changing direction on slopes. Stop the working tools if you have to tilt the product for transportation. Stop working tools when crossing surfaces other than grass and transporting the product to and from surfaces to be worked. Never use the product if safety devices are damaged or missing, for example without the safety flap and/or catcher. Always pull the mains plug out of the socket: when leaving the product unattended. before freeing a blocked tool. after hitting a foreign body. when the product vibrates abnormally.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 7 www.varo.com

7 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES AND

CHARGERS Use only batteries and chargers applicable for this machine.

Never attempt to open for any reason. Do not store in locations where the temperature may exceed 40 °C. Charge only at ambient temperatures between 4 °C and 40 °C. Store your batteries in a cool dry place (5 °C-20 °C). Never store batteries in discharged state. It is better for Li-ion batteries to discharge and reload them regularly (at least 4 times a year). The ideal charge for long-term storage of your Li-ion battery is 40% of capacity. When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section “Protecting the environment”. Do not cause short circuits. If connection is made between the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal directly or via accidental contact with metallic objects, the battery is short circuited and an intense current will flow causing heat generation which may lead to casing rupture or fire. Do not heat. If batteries are heated to above 100 °C, sealing and insulating separators and other polymer components may be damaged resulting in electrolyte leakage and/or internal short circuiting leading to heat generation causing rupture or file. Moreover do not dispose of the batteries in fire, explosion and/or intense burning may result. Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur. When you notice liquid on the battery, proceed as follows: Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact. In case of skin or eye contact, follow the instructions below: ✓ Immediately rinse with water. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. ✓ In case of eye contact, rinse abundantly with clean water for at least 10 minutes. Consult a physician. Fire hazard! Avoid short-circuiting the contacts of a detached battery. Do not incinerate the battery.

Never attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries. Have defective cords replaced immediately. Do not expose to water. Do not open the charger. Do not probe the charger. The charger is intended for indoor use only. 8 CHARGING AND INSERTION OR REMOVAL OF BATTERY

8.1 Charger indications

Connect the charger to the power outlet socket: Solid green: ready to charge. Flickering red: charging. Solid green: charged. Solid green and red: battery or charger damaged.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 8 www.varo.com Note: if the battery does not fit properly, disconnect it and confirm that the battery pack is the correct model for this charger as shown on the specification chart. Do not charge any other battery pack or any battery pack that does not securely fit the charger.

1. Frequently monitor the charger and battery pack while connected

2. Unplug the charger and disconnect it from the battery pack when finished.

3. Allow the battery pack to cool completely before using it.

4. Store the charger and battery pack indoors, out of reach of children.

NOTE: If battery is hot after continuous use in the tool, allow it to cool down to room temperature before charging. This will extend the life of your batteries.

8.2 Insertion of battery (Fig. A)

WARNING Always remove battery pack (9) from your tool when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack and key will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury. Raise the battery cover (8). Place the battery pack (9) inside the machine. Align raised ribs on battery pack with grooves in the scarifier’s battery port. Push down into battery compartment until the battery clicks into place. Lower the battery cover.

WARNING: Make sure the latch on the top of the battery pack snaps in place

and the battery pack is fully seated and secure in the mower’s battery port before beginning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

8.3 To remove battery pack

Raise the battery cover. Press and hold the battery latch button at the top of the battery pack. Remove battery pack.

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack

and key when carrying or transporting the tool.

8.4 Battery capacity indicator (Fig. A)

There are battery capacity indicators (12) on the battery pack (9), you can check the capacity status of the battery if you squeeze the button (13). Before using the machine, please press switch trigger to check if the battery is full enough for properly working. Those 3 LED might show the status of the capacity level of the battery: 3 LED’s are lit: Battery fully charged. 2 LED’s are lit: Battery 60% charged. 1 LED is lit: Battery almost discharged.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 9 www.varo.com 9 ASSEMBLY (FIG. 1) Attach the bottom steering bars (left and right) (5) to the product with the tommy screw (14). Assemble the middlemost U-shaped part of the steering bar on the left and right bottom part (5) of the steering bar with the help of the screw and tommy nut (15) Screw the steering bar (4) with the screw and the tommy nut (16) to the bottom, middlemost, steering bar. 10 OPERATION

10.1 Setting the steering height (Fig. 1)

Loosen the tommy screws (14). Move the steering bar (4) to the required height. Lock the tommy screws (14) again.

10.2 Setting the working depth (scarifying/venting) (Fig. 3)

The device can be used to vent or scarify, depending on the roll setting. Pull the lever (6) from its current engaged position and allow it to engage in the position you want.

10.2.1 5 mm to 0 mm (venting)

In this setting, the springs impinge into the ground to vent.

10.2.2 -3 mm to -12 mm (venting/scarifying)

In this setting, the springs and the scarifiers impinge into the ground to vent and scarify.

10.3 Attaching the collecting sack (Fig. 4)

Fold up the safety flap (7). Hook the collecting sack (3) into the notches (17) as illustrated. 11 SCARIFYING / AERATING (FIG. 5)

WARNING: Risk of injury! Before beginning work, check the terrain and

remove all objects that may be flung out by the product.

WARNING: Risk of injury! Never let go of the steering while working.

Position the product on a flat grass surface. Keep the operating safety lock (2) pressed. Pull and keep hold of the operating lever (1); release the operating safety lock (2). Wait until the motor has reached the maximum idle speed. Steer the product at an even, slow speed (walking pace) in the straightest lines possible.

11.1 Important notes

WARNING: Risk of injury!

Always keep the extension cable away from the product. Always work across slopes where possible. Never start the product on a consolidated surface. Release the operating lever (1) immediately if the scarifier roll (working roll) becomes blocked by a foreign body. If a foreign body gets trapped, check the product and have it repaired if necessary.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 10 www.varo.com To improve results and maximise the service life of the product, the grass should be cut as short as possible. Staying too long in one position can damage the grass swards.

12 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Risk of injury! Before any maintenance and/or cleaning work:

Switch off the product. Remove the battery. WARNING Risk of injury! Scarifier roll (working roll) runs on! Never tilt, lift or carry the product while the motor is running. Wait until the product has come to a standstill before commencing any maintenance and/or cleaning work.

WARNING: Risk of injury! Perform only the maintenance work described here

yourself. Any other work, especially motor maintenance and repairs must be performed by a trained professional. Improper work can cause product damage and hence physical injury.

12.1 Cleaning and maintenance at a glance

Before each use What? How? Check the battery and battery connection for damage. Visual inspection and if necessary, have any damaged parts replaced by an electrician. Check and, if necessary tighten, all screw connections. Tighten using a suitable tool. After each use What? How? Clean grass and moss from the product and the motor's ventilation slots. Remove using a vacuum cleaner or brush.

12.2 Cleaning the product

Clean the product immediately after each use. Dried-on grass is extremely hard and difficult to remove. Empty the grass collector. Remove residual grass using a brush or plastic scraper (do not use any sharp implements). Remove deposits from the wheels. Wipe down the product with a slightly damp cloth. Never clean the product with water or high-pressure jet. MAINTENANCE: the machine should be cleaned at least twice a year by removing the motor cover in order to be able to remove dried grass.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 11 www.varo.com 13 TROUBLESHOOTING If something isn’t working… Warning Risk of injury! Improper repairs can result in the product functioning unsafely. This endangers yourself and your environment. Malfunctions are often caused by minor faults. You can easily remedy most of these yourself. Please consult the following table before contracting the store. You will save yourself a lot of trouble and possibly money too. Fault/ malfunction Cause Remedy Motor not running. No mains voltage? Check the battery and battery connection Battery faulty? Contact your local store. Clacking sounds. Foreign body in the scarifier roll (working roll)? Switch-off the product; remove foreign bodies. Whistle sounds. Drive belt slipping? Contact your local store. Output too low. Grass too high? Mow the grass before scarifying. Drive belt faulty? Contact your local store. Worn scarifying roll? Contact your local store. If you can’t fix the fault yourself, please directly contact your nearest store. Please be aware that any improper repairs will also invalidate the warranty and additional costs may be incurred. 14 TECHNICAL DATA

POWDPG8020 Voltage 40 V Idling speed 3800 min-1 Working Width 360 mm Working depth (venting) 5 to 0 mm Working depth (scarifying) -3 to -12 mm Engine type Brushless Volume collection bag 45 l Degree of protection IPX1 15 NOISE Noise values measured according to relevant standard. (K=3) Acoustic pressure level LpA 83 dB(A) Acoustic power level LwA 96 dB(A) ATTENTION! The sound power level may exceed 85 dB(A), in this case individual hearing protection shall be worn. aw (Vibration) 8,7 m/s² K = 1.5 m/s²POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 12 www.varo.com 16 SERVICE DEPARTMENT Damaged switches must be replaced by our after-sales service department. If the connecting cable (or mains plug) is damaged, it must be replaced by a particular connecting cable which is available from our service department. Replacement of the connecting cable must only be carried out by our service department (see last page) or by a qualified person (qualified electrician). 17 STORAGE Thoroughly clean the whole machine and its accessories. Store it out of the reach of children, in a stable and secure position, in a cool and dry place, avoid too high and too low temperatures. Protect it from exposure to direct sunlight. Keep it in the dark, if possible. Don’t keep it in plastic bags to avoid humidity build-up. 18 WARRANTY This product is warranted for a 36-month period effective from the date of purchase by the first user. This warranty covers all material or production flaws excluding : batteries, chargers, defective parts subject to normal wear & tear such as bearings, brushes, cables, and plugs, or accessories such as drills, drill bits, saw blades, etc. ; damage or defects resulting from maltreatment, accidents or alterations; nor the cost of transportation. Damage and/or defects resulting from inappropriate use also do not fall under the warranty provisions. We also disclaim all liability for any bodily injury resulting from inappropriate use of the tool. Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised customer service centre for Powerplus tools. You can always obtain more information at the number 00 32 3 292 92 90. Any transportation costs shall always be borne by the customer, unless agreed otherwise in writing. At the same time, no claim can be made on the warranty if the damage of the device is the result of negligent maintenance or overload. Definitely excluded from the warranty is damage resulting from fluid permeation, excessive dust penetration, intentional damage (on purpose or by gross carelessness), inappropriate usage (use for purposes for which the device is not suitable), incompetent usage (e.g. not following the instructions given in the manual), inexpert assembly, lightning strike, erroneous net voltage. This list is not exhaustive. Acceptance of claims under warranty can never lead to the prolongation of the warranty period nor commencement of a new warranty period in case of a device replacement. Devices or parts which are replaced under the warranty therefore remain the property of Varo NV. We reserve the right to reject a claim whenever the purchase cannot be verified or when it is clear that the product has not been properly maintained. (Clean ventilation slots, carbon brushes serviced regularly, etc.). Your purchase receipt must be kept as proof of date of purchase. Your appliance must be returned undismantled to your dealer in an acceptably clean state, (in its original blow-moulded case if applicable to the unit), accompanied by proof of purchase.POWDPG8020 EN Copyright © 2019 VARO P a g e | 13 www.varo.com 19 ENVIRONMENT Should your appliance need replacement after extended use, do not discard it with the household rubbish but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. Waste produced by electrical machine items should not be handled like normal household rubbish. Please recycle where recycle facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

20 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

VARO N.V. - Joseph Van Instraat 9 - BE2500 Lier - BELGIUM, declares that, Product: LAWN SCARIFIER / AERATOR 40 V Trade mark: POWERplus Model: POWDPG8020 is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives, based on the application of European harmonized standards. Any unauthorized modification of the apparatus voids this declaration. European Directives (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature): 2014/30/EU 2006/42/EC 2011/65/EU 2000/14/EC Annex V: LwA measured : 93dB(A) / LWA guaranteed : 96dB(A) European harmonized standards (including, if applicable, their amendments up to the date of signature): EN60335-1 : 2012 EN50636-2-92 : 2014 EN55014-1 : 2017 EN55014-2 : 2015 Keeper of the Technical Documentation: Philippe Vankerkhove, VARO – Vic. Van Rompuy N.V. The undersigned acts on behalf of the company CEO, Hugo Cuypers Certification Manager Lier, 04/12/2018POWDPG8020 DE Copyright © 2019 VARO Seite | 1 www.varo.com 1 EINSATZBEREICH ............................................................................ 3