EGO CTA9500, CTA9500-FC Operator's Manual
EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE WITH
EGO POWER+ POWER HEAD
PH1400/PH1400-FC
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Français p. 31
CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT
Español p. 63
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER CTA9500/CTA9500-FC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ..........................................4
Safety Instructions .....................................5-11
Introduction ............................................12
Specications ..........................................12
Packing List ............................................12
Description .........................................13-14
Assembly ...........................................15-18
Operation ........................................... 19-21
Maintenance ........................................22-26
Troubleshooting ...................................... 27-28
Warranty ...........................................29-30
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
READ & UNDERSTAND
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING:
and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
◾
Lead from lead - based paints
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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
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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 chemical: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic particles.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The
safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The
instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
WARNING:
Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING!
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble
and operate it.
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read &
Understand
Operator's
Manual
Wear Eye
Protection
Wear Protective
Gloves
Ricochet
Keep Hands and
Feet Away
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating this product.
Protect your hands with gloves when handling
blades. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your
grip and protect your hands.
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in
personal injury or property damage.
Never attempt to operate this product with one
hand. Loss of control of this product resulting in
serious or fatal injury may result. To reduce the
risk of cut injuries, keep hands and feet away
from the rotating blades. Never touch the rotating
blades with your hand or any other part of your
body.
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To reduce the risk of electrocution, ensure that
there are no buried power cables that may be
Danger - Electric
Shock
carrying electric current that could come into
contact with the working tool. Damaging such
cables with the tool can cause electric shocks
with serious or fatal consequences.
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.
Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal
Recycle Symbols
of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your
local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4
Ingress Protection
Degree
Protection from splashing water
V Volt Voltage
mm Millimeter Length or size
in. Inch Length or size
kg Kilogram Weight
lb Pound Weight
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GENERAL BATTERY-OPERATED POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING!
specications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and
WORK AREA SAFETY
◾
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
◾
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of ammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
◾
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
PERSONAL SAFETY
◾
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired
or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
◾
Always use personal protective equipment. Personal protective equipment
such as eye protection, dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat and/or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
◾
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to the battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your nger on the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
◾
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a moving part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
◾
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
◾
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair and
clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
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◾
If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use
of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
◾
Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to
become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action
can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
◾
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
◾
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
◾
Remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool and/or
activate any battery disabling device before clearing jammed material,
making any adjustments, changing accessories, cleaning, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
◾
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
◾
Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power
tools and accessories.
◾
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
◾
Use the power tool, accessories, tool bits, etc. in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
◾
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and
grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces may lead to unsafe handling
and/or loss of control of the tool.
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Keep cables away from the working area of the tool. During operation
cables may be hidden from view and can be accidentally damaged by the tool.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
◾
Recharge only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of re when used
with another battery pack. Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed
below.
BATTERY PACK CHARGER
BA1120, BA1120-FC, BA1400, BA1400-FC,
BA2240, BA2240-FC, BA2800, BA2800-FC,
BA4200, BA4200-FC, BA1400T, BA1400T-FC,
BA2800T, BA2800T-FC, BA4200T, BA4200T-FC
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Use power tools only with specically designated battery packs. Use of
any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and re.
◾
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects,
like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a re.
◾
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contact
eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
◾
Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modied. Damaged
or modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re,
explosion or risk of injury.
◾
Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or excessive temperature.
Exposure to re or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.
◾
Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or
tool outside the temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging
improperly or at temperatures outside the specied range may damage the
battery and increase the risk of re.
CH2100, CH2100-FC,
CH5500, CH5500-FC
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SERVICE
◾
Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.
◾
Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only
be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CULTIVATOR
◾
Keep hands away from blades.
◾
Do not use near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes, or hoses. If in
doubt, contact your utility or telephone company to locate underground services.
◾
Rotating blades can cause severe injury, keep all body parts away from rotating
blades.
◾
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you.
◾
If the cultivator should start to vibrate abnormally or become noisy, stop the motor
and check immediately for the cause. Abnormal noise is generally a warning of
trouble.
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Keep all fasteners tight to be sure the cultivator is in safe working condition.
◾
Check that the hitch pins are fully inserted on the blade shaft before each use.
◾
Do not operate power equipment after it has been dropped or damaged. Return it
to your nearest authorized servicing dealer for inspection and repair.
◾
Make sure all proper guards and other safety devices are properly and securely
attached before using this product.
◾
Be extremely careful when tilling in hard ground. The blades could catch in the
ground and propel the cultivator forward.
◾
Do not overload the capacity of the machine by attempting to till too deep at too
fast a speed.
◾
Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign
objects.
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Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
◾
Do not dispose of the battery in a re. The cells may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
◾
Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
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Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet;
therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing
maintenance or service.
◾
Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical
connections.
◾
If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and
good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend
these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
NOTE: SEE YOUR POWER HEAD OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR
ADDITIONAL, SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES.
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of the EGO CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT. It has been
designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability
and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO
customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and
maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this
manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _________________
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
SPECIFICATIONS
Blade Size 8-1/2” (215 mm)
Tilling Depth 8-1/2” (215 mm)
Tilling Width 9-1/2” (240 mm)
Operating Temperature 32°F-104°F(0°C-40°C)
Storage Temperature -4°F-158°F(-20°C-70°C)
Weight (including the guard) 8.6 lbs(3.9 kg)
PACKING LIST
PART NAME QUANTITY
Cultivator Attachment 1
Guard (with bolt) 1
Hex Wrench 1
Operator’s Manual 1
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DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT (Fig.1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and
in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
1
End Cap
Cultivator Attachment Shaft
Gear Box
Sleeve
Hex Wrench
Outer Blade
Inner Blade
Guard
Hitch Pin
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WARNING:
must always be on the tool to protect the user.
Never operate the tool without the guard rmly in place. The guard
END CAP
Protects shaft from the intrusion of dirt and debris when the cultivator is not in use.
GUARD
Reduces the risk of injury from foreign objects that are ung backwards toward the
operator and from contact with the blades.
HITCH PIN
Secures the blades and simplies removal and installation of the blades.
SLEEVES
Four sleeves help to prevent or reduce grass intertwining on the drive shaft.
INNER BLADES
Metal blades with curved tines facing in two directions.
OUTER BLADES
Metal blades with curved tines all facing in the same direction.
HEX WRENCH
To lock/unlock the hex head screw of the guard or the blades.
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modication is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal injury.
WARNING:
doing any maintenance on the blade. Be careful of the blade and protect your hands
from being injured by the blade.
WARNING:
complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious
personal injury.
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not
Always wear heavy gloves when installing or removing the blade or
Do not connect the cultivator to the power head until assembly is
UNPACKING
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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:
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 tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping.
◾
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the tool.
◾
If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of
purchase.
Do not use this product if any parts on the packing list are already
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MOUNTING THE GUARD
WARNING:
the cultivator attachment is connected to
the power head.
1. Loosen and remove the bolt from
the guard with the supplied hex
wrench (Fig. 2).
2. Lift the cultivator attachment shaft
and remove the end cap from the
shaft.
3. With the slot in the guard aligned
with the rib on the end of the shaft,
pass the guard through the shaft
until the screw holes in the guard
and in the shaft are aligned
(Fig. 3 & 4).
4. Use the supplied hex wrench to
tighten the bolt clockwise to lock
the guard securely.
Install the guard before
2
3
Slot
Rib
4
Bolt
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CONNECTING THE CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD
WARNING:
running or with the battery installed. Failure to stop the motor and remove the battery
may cause serious personal injury.
This cultivator attachment is designed for use with EGO Power Head PH1400/PH1400-FC.
The cultivator attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device.
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob on the power head coupler.
3. If the end cap is on the attachment shaft, remove it and save it in a safe place
for later use. Align the arrow on the cultivator shaft with the arrow on the coupler
(Fig. 5a) and push the cultivator shaft into the coupler until you hear a clear
“CLICK” sound. The coupler should be positioned all the way to the RED LINE
labeled on the shaft: red line mark must be ush with the coupler edge (Fig. 5b).
4. Pull on the shaft of the cultivator attachment to verify that it is securely locked
into the coupler. If not, rotate the cultivator shaft from side to side in the coupler
until a clear “CLICK” sound indicates that it is engaged.
5. Tighten the wing knob securely.
WARNING:
operating the equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious
personal injury.
Never attach or adjust any attachment while the power head is
Be certain the wing knob on the coupler is fully tightened before
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5a
Wing Knob
Red Line
Arrow on the Attachment Shaft
Shaft-Release Button
Arrow on the Coupler
5b
Red Line
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob.
3. Press the shaft-release button and, with the button depressed, pull or twist the
cultivator attachment shaft out of the coupler to separate it from the power head.
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OPERATION
WARNING:
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufcient to inict serious injury.
WARNING:
Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless.
Always wear eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
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Breaking up garden soil to prepare seed beds for re-planting.
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Shallow cultivating to uproot weeds or loosen soil around plants, making it easier
for the air or water to penetrate deep into the soil.
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Top dressing soil with compost, leaves or other organic fertilizers. Shallow
cultivation will loosen the top crust of soil and integrate the added nutrients.
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Trenching or furrowing in loosened soil.
NOTICE: To avoid any damage to the cultivator or trees, take care not to catch the
blades on large roots of trees. Avoid cultivating too deeply, as this could damage the
shallow roots of some plants.
USING THE CULTIVATOR ATTACHMENT WITH POWER HEAD
WARNING:
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye protection. Wear heavy, long pants,
boots, and gloves. Do not wear short pants or sandals or go barefoot.
Hold the cultivator with one hand on the rear handle and the other hand on the frontassist handle. Keep a rm grip with both hands while operating the cultivator. The
cultivator should be held at a comfortable position, with the rear handle about hip
height.
Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this tool.
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Maintain your grip, and balance on both
feet (Fig. 6).
You can work moving the cultivator
forward or backward, from left to right,
right to left, or in a circular motion.
Choose the best method to suit your
purpose, which will depend on the shape
and size of the area and soil conditions.
6
Working in an alternating backward and
forward motion is particularly suitable for
loosening packed soil.
When trenching or furrowing, walk slowly
backward and pull the cultivator to create
the furrow. Repeat as necessary to obtain
deeper furrows.
Backward or Forward Direction
Circular Direction
Blade
Rotation
NOTICE: Pulling the cultivator carefully toward you while it is digging into the soil will
reduce your effort and make the tilling easier.
Thrown materials may seriously injure the operator or bystander. To reduce the risk of
personal injury, it is essential to take the following precautions:
◾
Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects such as glass, stones, rocks,
concrete, fence wire, pieces of metal, etc., which can be thrown or entangled in
the blades. Avoid contact with hard or solid foreign objects.
◾
Inspect the blades regularly and often for signs of damage or after hitting a hard
object. Do not continue working with a damaged blade.
◾
Always hold the cultivator with both hands when operating. Use a rm grip on
both handles.
◾
Move the cultivator to the work area before starting and start the cultivator at a
lower speed.
Before each use check for damaged and/or worn parts
Check the blades, guard, and front-assist handle and replace any parts that are
cracked, warped, bent, or damaged in any way.
WARNING:
Be careful of the blades and protect your hands from being injured by the blades.
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Always wear heavy gloves when installing or removing the blades.
Clean the cultivator after each use
See the maintenance section for cleaning instructions.
WARNING:
removed before cleaning or servicing the cultivator. Failure to comply could result in
possibly serious personal injury.
Ensure the blades have come to a complete stop and the battery is
TO START/STOP THE TOOL
See "STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD" section in the power head PH1400/
PH1400-FC operator's manual.
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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. To ensure safety and
reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualied service technician.
WARNING: Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet;
therefore, they are always in operating condition. To prevent serious personal injury,
take extra precautions and care when performing maintenance, service or for changing
the cutting attachment or other attachments.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the
power head and wait for all blades to stop before servicing, cleaning, changing add-on
attachments or when the product is not in use.
WARNING: Always wear heavy gloves when installing or removing the blade
or performing any maintenance on the blade. Be careful of the blade and protect your
hands from being injured by the blade.
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 a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake uids, 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.
WARNING: When cleaning the cultivator attachment, DO NOT immerse it in
water or other liquids. Do not clean your machine with a pressure washer. The solid jet
of water may damage parts of the machine.
BLADE MAINTENCE
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Maintain the blades with anti-rust oil regularly.
◾
If any of the blades needs replacing due to wear, replace all four blades for best
performance.
All cultivator service, other than the items listed in these maintenance instructions,
should be performed by a authorized service personnel.
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REPLACING OR ADJUSTING THE BLADES
WARNING: A worn, cracked, or damaged blade can break and pieces of the
damaged blade can become dangerous projectiles. Thrown objects can cause serious
injury. Inspect the blade regularly and do not operate the cultivator with a worn or
damaged blade.
To Replace
The cultivator has four blades – two inner blades and two outer blades. For correct
operation of the cultivator, the blades must be installed in the correct orientation.
Symbols R and L are stamped on the blades (Fig. 7a & 7b).
NOTICE: THE BLADES THAT HAVE TINES FACING IN BOTH DIRECTIONS
MUST BE MOUNTED ON THE INSIDE, CLOSEST TO THE GEAR BOX.
7a
7b
Inner Blade Stamped "R"
Outer Blade Stamped "R"
Hitch Pin
Inner Blade Stamped "L"
Outer Blade Stamped "L"
Symbol L
Driven Shaft Inner Sleeve Outer Sleeve
Symbol R
Hitch Pin
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1. Wear gloves.
8
2. Place the inner blade, stamped
"L", which has tines facing in both
directions, to the left of the gear
box. The stamped side with the L
should face outward.
R
R
3. Place the outer blade, stamped "L",
(tines face one way only) on the
same side. The stamped side with
the L should face outward, with the
outer sleeve against the inner blade.
9
4. To secure the blade to the drive
shaft, insert the hitch pin into the
locking hole-1. See Fig. 8, 9, 10 for
reference.
R
R
5. Turn over the tool with the installed
blade resting against the ground.
6. Place the inner blade stamped
"R", which has tines facing in both
10
directions, to the right of the gear
box. The stamped side with the R
should face outward.
7. Place the outer blade , stamped "R",
(tines face one way only) on the
same side. The stamped side with R
should face outward, with the outer
sleeve against the inner blade.
R
R
R
R
Fold the Hitch
Pin Flat Against
the Blade
8. To secure the blade to the drive
shaft, insert the hitch pin into the locking hole-1. See Fig. 8, 9, 10 for reference.
90°
WARNING: The unit will not operate properly or may cause danger to the
operator or bystanders if the blades are installed incorrectly. If you notice a problem
with the cultivating operation of the unit, check for proper blade positioning. THE
BLADES THAT HAVE TINES FACING IN BOTH DIRECTIONS MUST BE MOUNTED ON
THE INSIDE, CLOSEST TO THE GEAR CASE.
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To Adjust
11
When tilling in a conned area or between
rows, the cultivator may be used with only
the inner blades installed.
Wear gloves and remove the two hitch
pins to remove the two outer blades
(Fig. 11), and then insert the hitch pins
into the locking hole-2 (Fig.12 & 13).
NOTICE: Do not force the blades on
or off the drive shaft. If you experience
difculty when removing the blades, apply
some penetrating oil on the shaft. When
reinstalling the blades, make sure to clean
and oil the drive shaft and the blades.
CLEAN THE UNIT
Parts of plants, such as roots, can become
tightly wrapped around or between the
rotating blades during operating. To clean
the rotating blades:
◾
Remove the battery.
◾
Wear gloves. Clean the pieces of
roots, clogged soils or plants on
the blade, guard or the gear box.
For thorough cleaning, remove the
blades and guard to wash them
thoroughly. For detailed replacement
steps please see above section
“REPLACING OR ADJUSTING THE BLADES”.
◾
Wipe the tool surface with a clean cloth moistened with a mild soap solution.
Keep the air vents free of obstructions.
12
13
R
R
R
R
Locking Hole-1
Locking Hole-2
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STORING THE UNIT
◾
Remove the battery pack from the tool.
◾
Wear heavy gloves to clean the tool thoroughly and inspect the blades.
◾
Remove the cultivator attachment from the power head and cover the attachment
shaft with end cap to avoid dirt getting into the coupling.
◾
Store the tool in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked-up or up high, out of the reach
of children. Do not store the unit on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or other
chemicals.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Cultivator fails to start.
The battery pack is not
properly attached to the
power head.
Attach the battery pack
to the power head.
No electrical contact
between the power
head and the battery
pack.
The battery pack is
depleted.
The lock-off lever
and trigger are
not depressed
simultaneously.
Remove battery, check
contacts and reinstall
the battery pack so that
it snaps into place.
Charge the battery pack
with an EGO charger
listed in this manual.
Press the lock-off
lever and hold it, then
depress the trigger to
turn on the unit.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Cultivator stops while
tilling.
The motor is
overloaded.
The motor will
recover when the
load is removed. For
continuous work,
decrease the load on
the cultivator and avoid
deep tilling; instead,
make progressively
deeper cuts.
The battery pack or the
power head is too hot.
The blades are jammed.
The battery pack is
disconnected from the
tool.
The battery pack is
depleted.
Allow the battery pack
or the power head
to cool until the its
temperature drops
below 152°F (67°C).
Remove the battery
from the power head,
manually rotate the
blades back and forth
to remove the stones
or other obstacles
between the blades or
between the blade and
the gear box.
Re-install the battery
pack.
Charge the battery pack
with an EGO charger
listed in this manual.
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WARRANTY
EGO WARRANTY POLICY
5-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ outdoor power equipment and portable power
for personal, household use.
3-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ System battery packs and chargers for
personal, household use.
2 year/1year limited warranty on EGO outdoor power equipment, portable power,
battery packs, and chargers for professional and commercial use.
The detailed warranty periods by products can be found online at
http://egopowerplus.com/pages/warranty-policy.
Please contact EGO Customer Service Toll-Free at 1-855-EGO-5656 any time you
have questions or warranty claims.
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY
EGO products are warranted against defects in material or workmanship from the date
of original retail purchase for the applicable warranty period. Defective product will
receive free repair.
a) This warranty applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized EGO
retailer and may not be transferred. Authorized EGO retailers are identied online
at http://egopowerplus.com/pages/warranty-policy.
b) The warranty period for reconditioned or factory certied products used for
residential purpose is 1 year, for industrial, professional or commercial purpose is
90 days.
c) The warranty period for routine maintenance parts, such as, but not limited
to, blades, trimmer heads, chain bars, saw chains, belts, scraper bars, blower
nozzles, and all other EGO accessories is 90 days for residential purpose, 30 days
for industrial, professional or commercial purpose. These parts are covered for
90/30 days from manufacture defects in normal working conditions.
d) This warranty is void if the product has been used for rental purpose.
e) This warranty does not cover the damage resulting from modication, alteration
or unauthorized repair.
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