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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible
serious injuries.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine,
unplug the power cord and wait for all moving parts to
stop. Failure to follow these instructions can result in
serious personal injury or property damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
STORING THE CULTIVATOR
The following steps should be taken before storing the cul-
tivator for the season.
Clean dirt, grass, and other materials from the entire unit.
Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with silicone lubricant
to prevent rusting.
Oil the switch trigger cable and all visible moving parts.
Do not remove the motor cover.
Order new parts to replace any that are badly worn or
broken.
Store in an upright position in a clean, dry place. Store
with the handles in the extended position, or loosen handle
knobs and fold handles down. Do not allow switch trigger
cable to become pinched when lowering the handlebar.
PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE
The following steps should be taken before using the cultiva-
tor after it has been stored.
Unfold the handles into the upright position and secure by
tightening handlebar knobs. Do not allow the switch trigger
cable to become pinched when raising the handlebar.
Follow the steps to restart the cultivator.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Motor fails to start when switch trig-
ger is depressed.
Power cord is not plugged in or con-
nection is loose.
Household circuit breaker is tripped.
Plug in the power cord.
Check circuit breaker.
Motor runs but tines do not move.
Gear train failure.
Take unit to authorized service center.
