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Create the perfect lawn

with RYOBI’s 18V Scarifier. Scarifying and aerating your lawn is a simple, yet highly beneficial, way to keep your lawn happy and healthy. It removes the layer of dead grass and moss, called thatch, that sits on top of the soil and prevents rainwater from draining deep under the ground where it is needed the most. The Scarifier gently perforates the soil to breathe life back into your lawn and promote growth.

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Why do you need to use a scarifier or aerator?

TO WAKE UP YOUR LAWN

Overtime, our lawns become full of moss and other debris which prevents rain, sunshine, and nutrients from keeping grass roots healthy. The consequences of not removing the debris can be devastating, leaving your lawn looking soggy and dull. To help keep your lawn healthy, Ryobi has launched the 18V ONE+ Brushless Scarifier - the tool you need to create the perfect lawn.

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*Results may vary based on different environmental factors.

Folding Handles

The folding handles on the unit make for easy storage in small spaces in your garage, shed, or workshop.

4 Height Settings

Choose between 4 different heights for effective moss and thatch removal. See below for details of how to select the correct height.

Two Active Ports

The ONE+ Scarifier is powered by 2 ONE+ batteries which work simultaneously . Compatible with any ONE+ battery.

Large 55L Debris Catcher

The large debris catcher makes your trips to the trash bin less frequent. Sold separately.

Brushless Motor

A premium Brushless motor provides optimal performance and extended runtime

Product Features

2-in-1 Unit: Scarify + Aerate

To create the perfect lawn you should scarify and aerate* which can be done using the same unit.

*Aerator reel is not included as standard.

SCARIFY YOUR LAWN

The scarifier is important to reduce the layers of thatch in the lawn which can prevent water and fertiliser from penetrating the roots of the grass.

Scarifier Blade

Interchange your blade

It is simple to change the attachment on the unit from scarifier to aerator.

Aerator Reel

AERATE YOUR LAWN

The aerator reel (sold separately) uses thin metal tines to remove light debris from your lawn, whilst also perforating the soil to allow oxygen, water, and nutrients reach grass roots.

How to create the perfect lawn

Top Tips

Your first time scarifying and aerating your lawn can be a little daunting. Here are our top tips and suggestions to help you do the job better.

HOW DO I USE
THE SCARIFIER?

Ensure lawn is dry

Don’t scarify when it’s wet as you could risk yanking out the grass by the root, removing the grass itself as well as the thatch.

Mow lawn to 4cm

This will remove excess grass and dice up any thatch patches. Short grass allows air into the turf which dries the grass.

Select height setting depending on amount of thatch

for deep scarifying choose a low setting and light scarifying choose a high setting.

Scarify lawn twice diagonally, teasing out the thatch

go slowly and adjust the height setting depending on the amount of thatch.

HOW DO I USE
THE AERATOR?

Mow, scarify & water the day before

to make sure the thatch is removed and the soil is moist enough. There’s nothing more frustrating than trying to aerate soil that is bone dry.

Select height needed to reach soil

to poke holes into the soil and reach the roots. You don’t want to be aerating the grass or thatch, and not reach the bit that counts.

Aerate lawn twice diagonally

go slowly and adjust the height setting accordingly.

Fertilise & apply top dressing

add some grass seed at the end of the process and then cover the seed with a mixture of some fine compost and sharp sand to protect the pockets.

Selecting the right height setting

Follow these simple steps to select the right height setting.

Place the scarifier on your lawn

This should be done after you have mowed the lawn to 4cm.

Move the scarifier a short distance back and forth

Ensure the motor is running. Do this slowly not to damage the lawn.

Check to see if the blades just touch the ground

Being mindful to do this with the motor running.

Raise if deep tracks or lower if no tracks

To ensure the perfect height setting for scarifying or aerating.

Final Tips

As a rule of thumb, manicured lawns should be used on Setting 1 and unmanaged lawns on Setting 3
If scarifying when very dry, immediately water the lawn after
Always fertilise your lawn after scarifying and avoid walking on it for a week
In autumn, always rake up the leaves first

Compatible Accessories

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For the perfect garden

To ensure the perfect lawn you should scarify your lawn twice a year, once in spring and once in autumn. You should also aerate it three times a year, once in spring and autumn and once more in summer.

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