Harbor Freight Tools Solar Mole Chaser Product manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions

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Table of Contents

Safety ..........................................2

Specifications ..............................4

Setup ...........................................4

SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP

Operation ..................................... 6

Maintenance ................................ 7

Warranty ......................................8

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to

potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages

that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

Important Safety Information

Personal Safety

1. Dress Properly - Use of rubber
gloves and substantial footwear
is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.

2. Wear ANSI-approved safety
goggles during setup.

3. Live moles, gophers and other
rodents can be dangerous to
approach, and may carry diseases.

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4. Do not Overreach ­Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.

5. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
appliance when you are tired.

6. People with pacemakers should
consult their physician(s) before
use. Electromagnetic fields in close
proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference
or pacemaker failure.

Use Precautions

1. Bring unit indoors during extreme
weather conditions like hail, ice,
snow, or flooding. Although unit
is weatherproof, avoid direct
exposure to sprinkler systems.

2. For hard earth locations, dig a
small hole in the ground before
installing the solar mole chaser.

3. Do not use a hammer or mallet
or excessive force to insert
the solar mole chaser. Doing
so may damage the unit.

4. This product is not a toy. Do not allow
children to play with or near this item.

5. Use as intended only.

6. Inspect before every use; do not
use if parts are loose or damaged.

7. Maintain product labels and
nameplates. These carry
important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP

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Specifications

SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP

Electrical Rating 1.2VAC / 400-1000Hz

Battery Rating 1.2V / 600mAh

Battery Type NiCd Rechargeable

Pulse Interval 30 sec.

Range >6000 sq. ft.

Setup - Before Use:

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section

at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Make sure that the Power Button is in the off-position and remove the Battery
Pack before assembling or making any adjustments to the Mole Chaser.

Set Up

1. Make sure that the Power Button
is in the off-position, then unthread
the 6 screws on the underside of
the head, remove the solar cell
cover, and install a AA-sized NiCd
rechargeable battery. Reattach
the cover and tighten the screws.

2. Press the ON/OFF button beneath
the head. The pulse will sound,
indicating the product is in proper
working condition. Charge the
product for at least one full sunny
day before its first operation.

3. Carefully insert the Chaser spike into
the lawn. Press down firmly until the
base of the head is approximately
one inch from ground level.

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Functions

Solar Cell Cover

Rechargeable Battery

SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP

Screw

Spike

Power Button

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Operating Instructions

SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section

at the beginning of this manual including all text under
subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

General Operating Instructions

1. The Solar Mole Chaser repels
burrowing pests (such as moles,
gophers, and other rodents) by emitting
a piercing sonic pulse. This pulse gives
pests the illusion of a “danger zone”
and causes them to evacuate the area
covered by the sound. The Solar Mole
Chaser emits the pulse in all directions.

2. For best results, install 2 units
approximately 60 ft. apart in
the highest risk area.

3. To prevent accidents, turn off the
Mole Chaser and remove its Battery
after use. Clean, then store the Mole
Chaser indoors out of children’s reach.

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Maintenance and Servicing

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual

must be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Make sure that the Power Button is in the off-position and remove its Battery
before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

TO PREVENT INJURY FROM UNIT FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect
the general condition of the
Mole Chaser. Check for:

• leaking, swollen, or cracked battery,

• loose hardware,

• misalignment or binding

of moving parts,

• cracked or broken parts, and

• any other condition that may

affect its safe operation.

2. AFTER USE, clean external surfaces
of the appliance with clean, moist cloth.

3. Clean the solar cell cover
periodically with a damp cloth to
ensure maximum sun exposure.

4. The built-in battery may need to be
replaced once a year. Unthread the
6 screws on the underside of the
head, remove the solar cell cover, and
replace the old battery with a AA-sized
NiCd rechargeable battery. Reattach
the cover and tighten the screws.

5. NiCd BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED
OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Do not short, incinerate or open battery.

SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP

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Limited 90 Day Warranty

Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality
and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from
defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence
or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation,
normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death,
injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages
arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation
charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany
the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace
the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily
and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense,
but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within
the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

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