Skil 0700 RA (Weedbuster): INTRODUCTION TECHNICAl DATA TOOl ElEmENTS SAFETY GENERAl PERSONAL SAFETY ElECTRICAl SAFETY BRUSHES BEFORE USE

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Weed brush 

0700

INTRODUCTION

•  This tool has been designed for removing weed from 

terraces and between tiles

•  This tool is not intended for professional use

•  Check whether the packaging contains all parts as 

illustrated in drawing 

2

•  When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your 

dealer

•  Read this instruction manual carefully before use 

and save it for future reference 

3

•  Pay special attention to the safety instructions and 

warnings; failure to follow these may result in 

serious injury

TECHNICAl DATA 

1

TOOl ElEmENTS 

2

A

  Cutting guard

B

 Wheel

C

  Spindle-lock button

D

  Collet nut

E

 Wrench

F

 Brush

G

  Brush indicator

H

  Locking sleeve

J

  Telescopic tube

k

 Handle

l

  Cord restraint

m

 Trigger switch

N

  Ventilation slots

P

  Storage rail (

screws not supplied

)

SAFETY

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WEED 

BRUSHES

GENERAl

•  Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tool

•  The user is responsible for accidents or hazards 

occurring to other people or their property

•  Only use the tool when the ambient temperature is 

between 0°C and 40°C

•  Never mount metal cutting elements onto this tool

•  Do not use the tool for removing wet weed

PERSONAL SAFETY

•  This tool is not intended for use by persons (including 

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental 

capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless 

they have been given supervision or instruction concerning 

use of the tool by a person responsible for their safety

•  Ensure that children do not play with the tool

•  Never allow children or people who are not familiar with 

the operating instructions to use the tool

•  Always wear eye protection, long trousers and sturdy 

shoes when operating the tool

•  Never operate the tool with a damaged cutting guard or 

without the cutting guard mounted

•  Never operate the tool in the direct vicinity of persons; 

stop using the tool when persons (especially children) or 

pets are nearby

•  Never operate the tool when you are tired, sick or under 

the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication

ElECTRICAl SAFETY

•  Always check that the supply voltage is the same as the 

voltage indicated on the nameplate of the tool (tools with 

a rating of 230V or 240V can also be connected to a 

220V supply)

•  Inspect the cord periodically and have it replaced by a 

qualified person, if damaged

•  Inspect the extension cord periodically and replace it, if 

damaged (

inadequate extension cords can be 

dangerous

)

•  Only use an extension cord which is intended for outdoor use 

and equipped with a watertight plug and coupling-socket

•  Use completely unrolled and safe extension cords with a 

capacity of 16 Amps (U.K. 13 Amps)

•  When operating the tool use a residual current device 

(RCD) with a triggering current of 30 mA maximum

•  Do not run over, crush or pull the (extension) cord

•  Protect the (extension) cord from heat, oil and sharp 

edges

•  Keep the (extension) cord away from the rotating brush

•  Always switch off tool and disconnect plug from power 

source if the power supply cord or the extension cord is 

cut, damaged or entangled (

do not touch the cord 

before disconnecting the plug

)

BRUSHES

•  SKIL can assure flawless functioning of the tool only 

when original accessories are used

•  Only mount brushes of which the maximum speed 

(“RPM”) is higher than the rotations per minute marked 

on the tool

•  Only use brushes with a maximum diameter of 100 mm

•  Do not use worn brushes

•  Rust stains or other signs of chemical or mechanical 

changes of the material that hold the brush threads may 

cause premature brush disfunctioning

•  Store brushes in a suitable place in such a way that they 

are protected against the following influences:

-  high atmospheric humidity, heat, water or other fluids 

which could damage the brush

-  acids or acid vapours, which could damage the brush

-  low ambient temperatures causing condensation on 

the brush when stored in an area with higher ambient 

temperatures

-  deformation of whatever part of the brush

BEFORE USE

•  Only use the tool in daylight or with appropriate artificial 

lighting

•  Check the functioning of the tool before each use and 

after any impact; in case of a defect, have it repaired 

immediately by a qualified person (never open the tool 

yourself)

•  Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the 

power tool on (

a wrench or a key left attached to a 

rotating part of the power tool may result in 

personal injury

)