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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

RECOMMENDATION

1. Tiller doesnʼt run when bail handle is activated.

A. Check to make sure safety key has been

installed and is fully seated and that button on

switch housing is being completely depressed.

B. The tiller is protected from overheating with a

manually resettable circuit breaker. It may

require resetting if an overload condition existed.

Remove safety key. Press the circuit breaker

button at the rear left side of the motor housing.

Reinsert safety key and restart tiller.

C. Release bail handle to turn tiller off. Remove

safety key and battery pack, turn tiller over and

check that tines are free to turn.

D. Check that the battery cavity is free of debris

and is connected properly.

E. Has battery been fully charged? Plug in charger

and wait for green LED to come on.

2. Motor stops while tilling.

A. The tiller is protected from overheating with a

manually resettable circuit breaker. It may

require resetting if an overload condition existed.

Remove safety key. Press the circuit breaker

button at the rear left side of the motor housing.

Reinsert safety key and restart tiller.

B. Release bail handle to turn tiller off. Remove

safety key and battery pack, turn tiller over and

check that tines are free to turn.

C. Check that the battery cavity is free of debris

and is connected properly.

D. Has battery been fully charged? Plug in charger

and wait for green LED to come on.

E. If the tiller continues to stop operating and the

tiller circuit breaker trips, slow the tilling pace

down and do not dig as deep.

3. Battery charger LED is not on.

A. Check plug connection. Unplug charger, wait a

few seconds. Plug charger in again to see if

battery charger LED comes on.

B. There are two charge ports on your tiller - at the

upper handle end and at the battery pack. The

battery pack charge port is accessible only when

removed from the tiller. Try both charge ports to

see if charger LED comes on.

C. Replace charger.

4. Battery charger LED does not change from red to green.

A. Unplug charger and wait a few seconds. Plug in

again and leave on charge for minimum 12 to 20

hours.

B. If charger LED is not green, battery may need to

be diagnosed. Take to authorized service center.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

To prevent serious personal injury, remove safety key from unit before performing any maintenance.

WARNING:

Do not wash garden tiller with a hose. Avoid getting water on motor and electrical connections. After

tilling, the mud and debris may be easily removed from the tines by removing them from the tiller first. You may spray

the tines with water while they are detached and away from the tiller.

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of

the tool into a liquid.

IMPORTANT:

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment

should be performed by authorized service centers or other qualified service organizations, always using identical

replacement parts.

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Summary of Contents for CTL36

Page 1: ... choosing Black Decker Go to www BlackandDecker com NewOwner to register your new product PLEASE READ BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FORANY REASON If you have a question or experience a problem with your Black Decker purchase go to WWW BLACKANDDECKER COM INSTANTANSWERS for instant answers 24 hours a day If you canʼt find the answer or do not have access to the internet call 1 800 544 6986 from 8 a ...

Page 2: ...ly 7 Tine Assembly 7 Drag Bar Assembly 7 Charging Instructions 8 Battery 8 Removing Battery 8 Charger Safety 8 Charging Procedure 9 Operating Instructions 10 Safety Key 10 On Off Switch 10 Adjusting the Drag Bar 10 Adjusting the Wheel Height 11 Using the Tiller 11 Circuit Breaker 11 Unjamming the Tines 11 Troubleshooting 12 Maintenance 12 Storage 13 Accessories 13 Service Information 13 Warranty 1...

Page 3: ... from your authorized service dealer or retailer Use the right tool Do not use garden tiller for any job except that for which it is intended Keep handle dry clean and free from oil and grease Never attempt to make any adjustments while motor is running Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people their property and themselves OPERATION A...

Page 4: ...peed the motor Allow the motor to cool before storing in any enclosure SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Make sure extension cord is in good condition The following table shows the correct size to use dependin...

Page 5: ...ndle knobs 5 Wheel height assembly knob 6 Mid handle 7 Frame 8 Battery latch 9 36v battery 10 Tine shield 11 Tines 12 Wheel 13 Front carry handle 14 Circuit breaker 15 Wheel height assembly bar 16 Drag bar 17 Tine unjam port 18 Charger 19 Safety key 1 12 7 6 2 11 8 5 A 3 4 15 14 13 9 10 18 16 17 19 ...

Page 6: ...ASSEMBLY FIGURE C Ensure that the cord is not pinched and is routed on the top side of the handles 1 Align the holes in the mid handle with holes in the frame and insert the short carriage bolts C 1 through the holes Be careful not to trap or pinch cord 2 Place a nut C 2 on each bolt and tighten securely with a 10 mm or adjustable wrench UPPER HANDLE ASSEMBLY FIGURE D Ensure that the cord is not p...

Page 7: ...ins facing out 2 Insert the long hairpin cotter pin F 2 through the hole in the end of the axle as shown in the inset NOTE For tilling in a narrow area such as between plant rows it may be desirable to leave the outer tine on each side off Remove safety key before removing the outer tines Ensure that the cotter pin is inserted in the inner hole location on the axle when only the inner tine positio...

Page 8: ...t the tiller is clear of de bris and the charger plug is disconnected from the battery CHARGER SAFETY RULES 1 Plug charger directly into an electrical outlet DO NOT ABUSE THE CORD Never carry charger by cord Do not disconnect the charger from the outlet tiller or battery by pulling it by the cord 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or personal injury do not attempt to use this ch...

Page 9: ...h the arrow on top into the receptacle J 2 on the battery The charger connector can only be plugged into the tiller receptacle or battery one way 3 Insert the 120 volt plug K 1 of the charger K 2 into the wall receptacle 4 The red LED K 3 on the charger should come on indicating you have power and the battery is being charged Check the charger for the red LED if it is not on check the charger conn...

Page 10: ...R SHARP MOVING BLADE NEVER ATTEMPT TO OVERRIDE THE OPERATION OF THIS SWITCH BAIL HANDLE AND SAFETY KEY SYSTEM AS SERIOUS INJURY COULD RESULT ON OFF SWITCH BAIL HANDLE FIGURE M Your tiller is equipped with a special on off switch system To operate the system 1 Make sure safety key is inserted as described above 2 Push button M 1 on side of switch housing Note Starting the tiller motor also starts t...

Page 11: ...nder ON OFF SWITCH on the previous page 3 With both hands on the upper handle slowly pivot the tiller forward until the tines make contact with the soil 4 Once the tines are in the ground till at a moderate pace until you are familiar with the controls and the handling of the tiller 5 To adjust the tilling depth adjust the drag bar bracket and wheel height adjustment position as required 6 For dee...

Page 12: ... green LED to come on E If the tiller continues to stop operating and the tiller circuit breaker trips slow the tilling pace down and do not dig as deep 3 Battery charger LED is not on A Check plug connection Unplug charger wait a few seconds Plug charger in again to see if battery charger LED comes on B There are two charge ports on your tiller at the upper handle end and at the battery pack The ...

Page 13: ...recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery or call 1 800 544 6986 ACCESSORIES The CTL36 cordless tiller uses the RB 3612 battery Recommended accessories for use with your tiller are available from your local dealer or authorized service center If you need assistance regarding accessories please call 1 800 544 6986 WARNING The use of any accessory not recommended for us...

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