Aardvark TJ599E, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Model TJ599E
Form No. SJ-TJ599E-880E-MR2
6-INCH 2.5-AMP ELECTRIC
GARDEN CULTIVATOR
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may
result in serious bodily injury or death.
General Safety WARNINGS!
You and any other operator of this garden cultivator must
read, understand and follow these instructions in their entirety.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in ELECTRIC
SHOCK, FIRE and/or serious PERSONAL INJURY.
Notice the personal safety alert symbol
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used in this
manual to draw your attention to a WARNING given along
with the particular operating instruction. This means that
the operation requires special ATTENTION, CAUTION and
AWARENESS.
1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark
areas invite accidents.
2. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only
identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged
cords immediately.
3. Keep children, bystanders and pets away – All
spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance
away from the work area.
4. Know your product – Know how to start and stop the
machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
5. Use the right tool – Do not use this machine for any job
except that for which it is intended.
6. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as
such articles can become caught in moving parts. Wear
a protective covering to contain long hair. Wearing rubber
gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended
when working outdoors.
7. Extension cords – To prevent electric shock, use only
with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
8. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the garden
cultivator with your finger on the switch. Make sure the
switch is off before plugging in the unit.
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CAUTION!
Moving parts will continue to run for several
seconds after turning off the machine.
9. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the garden
cultivator by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it
from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
10. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.
11. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less
likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at
the rate for which it was designed.
12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
If the garden cultivator strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
• Stop the electric garden cultivator.
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and
operating the garden cultivator.
13. Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug-
fitting clothing, protective gloves, hearing and head
protection.
14. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the garden cultivator
from the power supply when it is not in use, before
servicing it, when changing accessories and when
performing any other maintenance task.
15. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the garden
cultivator should be stored indoors in a dry and high or
locked-up place out of the reach of children.
16. Maintain the garden cultivator with care – Keep the
cutting edge sharp and clean for optimal performance
and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect the extension
cord periodically and immediately replace it if damaged.
Keep the handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
Follow the additional recommendations described in the
maintenance section of this manual.
17. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the
garden cultivator in rain, damp or wet locations. Do not
operate the garden cultivator in gaseous or explosive
atmospheres or use the garden cultivator near flammable
or combustible liquids. Motors in these tools normally
spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
18. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the garden cultivator when you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other
medication.
19. Check for damaged parts – Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
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