SNOWJOE sunjoe iON12TL-CT, Operator'S Manual

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Training
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the tiller
+ 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 or pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
• Always plan your cultivating path to avoid discharge of
material toward people, pets, and property (e.g. windows,
cars, etc.). Thrown objects can cause serious personal
injury and property damage. Do not allow anyone in front of
a running machine.
• 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 (i.e. stones, sticks, wires, and
other foreign materials) that could be thrown by the blades
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 making an adjustment or repair.
• Always operate the cultivator wearing adequate
garments. Do not wear jewelry or other loose clothing,
which could become entangled in moving parts. Wear non-
slip footwear to ensure proper 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 rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.
Keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts.
• 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 during use.
• Exercise caution when changing direction and operating the
tool 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 too deeply. It will cause excessive resistance.
• Stop the cultivator and remove the battery before
leaving the operating position (behind the handles) to adjust
or inspect the unit. Wait until the blades 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 when moving to a new work area.
Allow the blades to completely stop rotating before
transporting the unit.
• Always use proper care and good judgment when you
are confronted with a situation that is not covered in
this manual. If you are unsure of what to do, contact
your authorized Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
dealer or call
the Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer service center at
1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
• Do not use in rain or wet conditions.
• Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the appliance.
Stopping Work
• Always turn the cultivator OFF and remove the
battery when stopping work or when changing work areas.
Never leave the machine running when unattended.
• The blades will continue to rotate for a short period after
turning OFF the cultivator. Wait until the blades
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
completely 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
blades come to a complete stop before cleaning, repairing,
or inspecting the cultivator.
• Regularly check the following:
i) Blades are clear and can rotate freely – Accumulation
of debris around the blades could impair performance
or damage the motor. Inspect and clean the area around
the blades before every use.