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Model TJ600E

Form No. SJ-TJ600E-880E-MR4

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ELECTRIC CULTIVATOR

14-INCH | 6.5-AMP 

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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 was 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 tiller 

+ cultivator with your finger on the switch. Make sure the 

switch is off before plugging in or unplugging 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  cultivator strikes a foreign object, follow  

these steps:

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Stop the electric cultivator.

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Inspect for damage.

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Repair any damage before restarting and  

operating the tool.

13.  Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug-

fitting clothing, protective gloves, hearing, and head 

protection.

14.  Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the 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  

cultivator should be stored indoors in a dry and high or 

locked-up place out of the reach of children.

16.  Maintain the  cultivator with care – Keep the 

cutting edges 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 tiller 

+ cultivator in rain or in damp or wet locations. Do not 

operate the cultivator in gaseous or explosive 

atmospheres or use the 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  cultivator when you are 

tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol

, or other 

medication.

Summary of Contents for TJ600E

Page 1: ...nplugging the unit mCAUTION Moving parts will continue to run for several seconds after turning off the machine 9 Do not abuse the cord Never carry the garden tiller 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 ...

Page 2: ...g 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 tiller 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 influenc...

Page 3: ...e may also be marked on the appliance DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS This electric tiller cultivator is double insulated eliminating the need for a separate grounding system Use only identical replacement parts Read the instructions before servicing double insulated appliances Use this electric tiller cultivator only as described in this...

Page 4: ...nstall the proper wall outlet Do not modify the appliance plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way 4 To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the extension cord during operation use the onboard extension cord restraint hook and or make a knot with the two cords as shown in Table 1 5 Do not abuse the cord Never pull the tiller cultivator by the cord or yank the ...

Page 5: ... come to a complete stop before transporting the machine or before inspecting cleaning or conducting any other maintenance WARNING Keep electrical extension cord away from tines Wear eye protection breathing protection and ear protection i e safety goggles dust masks and ear defenders SWITCH OFF Remove plug from the outlet immediately if the cord is damaged or cut Symbols Symbols Descriptions Desc...

Page 6: ... grip 2 Appliance cord 3 Safety lock button 4 Trigger switch 5 Extension cord restraint hook 6 Left handle grip 7 Plastic cross plate 8 Cable guide 9 Upper handle 10 Upper handle knob and bolt 2 11 Cable clip 12 Lower handle 13 Motor housing 14 Air vents 15 Guard 16 Steel tines 17 Gear box 18 Hex bolt Technical Data Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Power 6 5 A No Load Speed 390 rpm Handle Foldable Rotor ...

Page 7: ...tool is unplugged from the power supply Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury mWARNING To prevent serious personal injury make sure the switch is in the OFF O position the unit is unplugged and the tines have come to a complete stop before inspecting cleaning or servicing the unit mWARNING The product must be fully assembled before operation Do not use a product that...

Page 8: ...ure a secure fit Fig 6 4 Secure the power cable to the unit body by using the cable clips Use one clip above the plastic cross plate and the second below the plastic cross plate Fig 7 mWARNING Make sure all handle knobs are properly tightened before using the electric tiller cultivator Fig 3 Back View Screws Fig 4 Cable guide Plastic cross plate Fig 5 Upper handle Motor housing assembly Fig 6 Uppe...

Page 9: ...o order by phone 2 Make a loop in the extension cord and push it up through the hole in the handle and around the cord restraint hook Fig 8 then connect the extension cord to the appliance cord Powering ON OFF mWARNING Rotating tines may cause serious injury The tines will continue to turn for a few seconds after the tool has been switched OFF Do not touch the rotating tines Contact with hot compo...

Page 10: ...ge and have any damage repaired before restarting Extensive vibration of the product during operation is an indication of damage Immediately stop the motor and promptly inspect and repair the tool After Use Switch the product off disconnect it from the power supply and let it cool completely Check clean and store the product as described below Care Maintenance mWARNING Always switch the product of...

Page 11: ...aning the machine NOTE After each use follow these steps to properly clean the unit 1 Remove soil dirt and foliage stuck in the tines drive shaft tool surface and vents with a brush or dry cloth 2 Spray or rub biodegradable oil onto the tines 3 Clean soiled grips with a damp cloth Always inspect the machine for damaged and worn parts after each use Check that safety features i e labels guards etc ...

Page 12: ... recommend using the original package for storage or covering the product with a suitable cloth or enclosure to protect it against dust Fold Storing 1 Loosen the handle knobs and fold the fork grips down Fig 13 2 Check to ensure the power cable is not pinched 3 Hang the machine on the frame tubing Recycling Disposal The product comes in a package that protects it against damage during shipping Kee...

Page 13: ...563 Model Serial Numbers When contacting the company reordering parts or arranging service from an authorized dealer you will need to provide the model and serial numbers which can be found on the decal located on the housing of the unit Copy these numbers into the space provided below Record the following numbers from the housing or handle of your new product T J 6 0 0 E Model Serial ...

Page 14: ...14 NOTES ...

Page 15: ... the owner s manual Snow Joe Sun Joe will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chai...

Page 16: ... California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a we...

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