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.
Maintenance + 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.
• Regularly check the following:
i) Accumulation of debris around the tines could cause a
poor performance or damage to the motor. Inspect and
clean before every use.
ii) Safety devices are operating properly. Do not tamper with
or adjust safety devices.
iii) Bolts and screws for proper tightness. Visually inspect
machine for any damage and that the cultivator is in safe
working condition.
iv) Always replace damaged parts with original equipment
manufacturer's (OEM) parts only. Replacement parts that
do not meet the original equipment specifications may
lead to improper performance and compromise safety.
Double-Insulated Appliances
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation
are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is
provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means
for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-
insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of
the system, and should be performed only by qualified service
personnel at an authorized Snow Joe
Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be
identical to the parts they replace. A double-insulated appliance
is marked with the words "Double Insulation" or "Double
Insulated." The symbol
be marked on the appliance.
DOUBLE-INSULATED: GROUNDING NOT
REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
This electric garden 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 garden cultibator only as
described in this manual.
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Electrical Safety
1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for
this electric garden cultivator. Receptacles are available
having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
2. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.
Before use, check that the extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
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WARNING
Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
Heed these warnings:
• Do not allow any part of the electric garden cultivator
to make contact with water while it is in operation. If
the appliance becomes wet while turned off, wipe dry
before starting.
• Use only a UL-, CSA-, or ETL-rated extension cord for
outdoor, all-weather use.
• Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft (30 m).
• Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands
or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots offers
some protection.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
Extension Cord
Length
Wire Gauge (A.W.G.):
3. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other). Use
this appliance only with a polarized UL-, CSA- or ETL-listed
extension cord recommended for outdoor, all-weather use.
The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord
only one way. If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the
extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not
fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized
extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet.
The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet,
reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not
modify the appliance plug, extension cord receptacle or
extension cord plug in any way.
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m
+50 ft - 100 ft
Up to 50 ft
(+15 m - 30 m)
(15 m)
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