Aardvark TJ599E, Operator'S Manual

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alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Contact the Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer service
center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for
assistance.
Training
• Read, understand and follow all instructions on the
cultivator and in the manual before operating this unit.
Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the controls and the
proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit
and disengage the controls quickly.
• Children should never be allowed access to the equipment.
Adults should never operate the equipment without
carefully reading and understanding these instructions.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
• Always plan your cultivating pattern to avoid discharge of
material toward people, pets and property. Thrown objects
can cause serious personal injury.
• Keep people, pets and property at least 25 feet from the
cultivator while it is in operation. Stop the cultivator if
people or pets enter the discharge area.
• Always observe the surface conditions in order to avoid
slipping, falling and unexpected objects.
Preparation
• Always inspect the area where the cultivator is to be used.
Remove all objects (e.g., stones, sticks, wires and foreign
objects) that could be thrown by the tines or cause the
operator to trip.
• Thrown objects can cause serious injury to the eyes and
exposed body. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation and while performing an adjustment or
repair.
• Always operate cultivator wearing adequate garments.
Do not wear jewelry or other loose clothing, which could
become entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear that
provides sure footing.
• Observe any noise-prevention regulations and laws.
• Inspect the cultivator for worn, missing or damaged parts
and safety labels. See maintenance section for detailed
instructions.
Operation
• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Keep all safety devices in place and in proper working
order. Do not operate with missing or damaged
components.
• Ensure the controls (start/stop) function properly before
cultivating.
• Hold onto the cultivator with both hands during operation.
Ensure the grips are dry.
• Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and
feet. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts.
• Plan your cultivating pattern to avoid discharge towards
people or property (e.g., windows, cars etc.). Do not direct
discharge at children, bystanders and pets or allow anyone
in front of the machine.
• Only operate the cultivator when there is good visibility or
light and dry conditions. Always watch your footing and
keep a firm hold on the grips. Walk don’t run!
• Do not operate the cultivator on slippery surfaces. Check
your footing as you operate the cultivator.
• Exercise caution when changing direction and operating
on slopes. Always keep feet and legs a safe distance away
from the machine. Look for hidden obstacles or hazards.
• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
cultivate to deeply. It will cause excessive resistance.
• Stop the cultivator and disconnect the electric cord before
you leave the operating position (behind the handles) to
make any adjustments or inspections. Wait until the tines
have come to a complete stop.
• If the cultivator should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
machine and inspect thoroughly for damage.
• Turn the machine OFF and disconnect the electrical
power when moving to a new work area. Allow the tines to
completely stop rotating before moving the cultivator.
• Always use care and good judgment when you have a
situation that is not covered in this manual. If unsure,
always contact the distributors where you bought the
cultivator or the nearest service location before proceeding.
• Do not use in rain.
• Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the appliance.
Work Stoppage
• Always turn the cultivator OFF and disconnect the electrical
power when there is a work stoppage or changing work
areas. Never leave the machine running when unattended.
• The tines will continue to rotate for a short period
after turning the cultivator OFF. Wait until the tines
have completely stopped before lifting the machine or
conducting inspection and maintenance.
• The motor housing remains hot for a short period after the
machine is turned OFF. Allow the motor housing to cool off
before touching or storing near combustible material.
Maint Storage
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels.
• Disengage all controls, stop the engine and wait until the
tines come to a complete stop before cleaning, repairing or
inspecting the cultivator.