Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT!
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT and always follow the safety guidelines herein.
Failure to do so may result in serious electric shock, fire, bodily injury or death.
This product is intended for private domestic use only. It is not intended for any commercial trade use.
Use this product only for its intended purpose.
Never allow children to have access to this equipment.
Do not use this device to till extremely dry or wet soil.
Work only in well-lit areas, open areas.
Always inspect the work area before using the machine. Remove all stones, sticks, wires, and other materials that could be thrown by the tines or
that could cause the operator to stumble or fall.
Keep children, bystanders, and pets at least 25 feet away from the work area when operating the machine.
Always plan your path to avoid discharge of dirt and debris toward people, pets, and property. Thrown objects can cause serious damage and
personal injury. Never allow anyone to stand in front of a running machine.
Dress properly. Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing as they can become caught in moving parts. Wear safety glasses, a protective covering to
contain long hair, and head protection. Protective gloves and heavy-duty, non-slip footwear are also highly recommended.
Never use the machine in the rain or in damp or wet locations or on slippery areas.
WARNING!
Keep clear of moving parts. Moving parts will continue to run for several seconds after turning off the machine. Keep the blade guard
in place and in proper working order. Contact with rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.
Never use near flammable or combustible objects, liquids, or gases. Sparks from the motor may ignite fumes.
WARNING!
To prevent serious personal injury, make sure the unit is unplugged, and the tines have come to a complete stop before inspecting,
cleaning, or servicing the unit.
WARNING!
Keep electrical extension cord away from the blades.
Never operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or any medication or other substance that may affect your alertness
or judgment.
Do not carry the machine with your finger on the switch. Make sure the switch is off before plugging in or unplugging the unit.
Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the machine.
Electrical Safety
WARNING!
Observe the technical requirements for this device to ensure safety.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product is equipped with a short power cord with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other.)
A proper extension cord is required for operation. To prevent electric shock, use only a UL-, CSA-, or ETL-rated extension cord for outdoor,
all-weather use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. Do not modify the appliance plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension
cord plug in any way.
Do not use an extension cord longer than 100 ft. (30m). Make sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current to the product. See chart below.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Use the extension cord holder (# 2) to keep the cord out of the way.
Never carry the machine by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Replace a damaged cord immediately.
Connect only to an adequate power supply with ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet that is protected against water.
Always use a residual-current device (RCD) or residual-current circuit breaker (RCCB) protected power supply.
Do not make contact with water while operating the machine. Do not touch the machine or plugs with wet hands or while standing in water.
If the machine becomes wet while turned off, wipe it dry before operating.
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Extension Cord Chart
Extension Cord Length
Up to 50 ft.
(15m)
+50 ft. – 100 ft.
(+15m – 30m)
Wire Gauge (AWG)
16
14
