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6 — English
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR TILLER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the product and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
ADJUSTABLE SPEED CONTROL
Adjusting the speed control lever forward or backwards
increases or decreases the speed of the tines. Decreasing
the speed allows for a longer running time.
BATTERY COVER
The battery cover protects the battery port from moisture
and debris.
BATTERY STORAGE COMPARTMENT
The battery storage compartment offers a convenient place
for storing your battery or to store an extra battery pack.
BULL BAR
The bull bar protects the front of the tiller when in use and
can also be used as a handle when transporting the tiller.
START BUTTON AND BAIL
The start button and bail are located on the upper handle
of the tiller. Depress the start button then engage the bail to
start the motor. Release the bail to stop the motor.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the packing list
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Tiller
Drag Stake
Upper Handle
Lower Handle
Bolts (4)
Nuts (6)
Outer Tines (2)
Inner Tine Assemblies (2)
Shear Pins (7)
Wheels (2)
Cotter pins (6)
End Caps (2)
Operator’s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor ...................................................................... 40 V DC
Number of Tines ................................................................ 6
Width Capacity .................................................... 11 - 16 in.
Depth Capacity..............................................................8 in.
Speed ................................................. 154 - 181/min (RPM)