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TRAINING
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine
and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and
operate. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the cultivator. Keep this manual in a safe place for future
and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
• Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know
how to stop the machine and disengage tines quickly.
• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and
understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this
manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.
• Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper
instruction.
• Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 50 feet
from the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, and other foreign objects
which could be tripped over and cause personal injury.
• Extension Cord—Make sure your extension cord set is in
good condition, is heavy enough to carry the current your
cultivator will draw.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gage cord. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. To reduce the likelihood of disconnection of the
extension cord set from the cultivator, be sure to use the
cord restraint provided.
• If extension cord is damaged in any manner while plugged
in, disconnect extension cord from house receptacle.
• Inspect cultivator cord periodically, and if damaged, have it
repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cord periodically and replace if damaged.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •
WARNING:
When using the unit, you must follow
the safety rules. Please read these instructions before
operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the
operator and any bystanders. Please keep these
instructions for later use.
WARNING: When using electric gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and personal injury, including the following:
WARNING: To reduce risk of electric shock use
only UL Listed extension cord suitable for outdoor
use, such as Type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-
A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
WARNING: Do not change the plug on the
cultivator in any way.
MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
FOR 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 6-10 AMPS
Cord Length (ft.) 25 50 100 150
Wire Size (AWG) 18 16 14 12
DANGER: Signals an EXTREME hazard.
Failure to obey a safety DANGER signal WILL result
in serious injury or death to yourself or to others.
WARNING: Signals a SERIOUS hazard.
Failure to obey a safety WARNING signal CAN
result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
CAUTION: Signals a MODERATE hazard.
Failure to obey a safety CAUTION signal MAY result
in property damage or injury to yourself or to others.
• SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS •
Safety alert symbols are used to draw your attention to
possible dangers. These symbols, and their explanations,
deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures. These safety instructions are
not meant to cover every possible condition that may occur. If
questions arise, please call the Customer Support Department
at 1-800-828-5500 (U.S.) or 1-800-668-1238 (Canada).
SYMBOL MEANING
IMPORTANT! Signals special mechanical information.
NOTE: Signals additional important general information.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and certain
finished components contain lead, lead compounds
and chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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