Snow Joe TJ599E User Manual
Electric Garden Cultivator
Electric Garden Cultivator
Model No. TJ599E
A Division of Snow Joe, LLC
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!
When using the electric cultivator, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric
shock, and personal injury, including the following:
m WARNING: When servicing use only identical replacement
parts. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will
require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance
plug will t into a polarized extension cord only one way. If
the plug does not t fully into the extension cord, reverse the
plug. If the plug still does not t, obtain a correct polarized
extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use
of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will t into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into
the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not t,
contact a qualied electrician to install the proper wall outlet.
Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle,
or extension cord plug in any way. Before using the cultivator,
take the time to familiarize yourself with the controls, especially
how to stop the cultivator in an emergency. Only allow
responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding
of these instructions to operate the cultivator. Never allow
children to operate the cultivator. Retain this manual for future
reference and reread it at the start of each cultivating session.
This symbol indicates important safety instructions.
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Failure to observe and follow these instructions may result
in personal injury or property damage. Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this
machine.
Form No. SJ-TJ599E-880E
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
3. Never allow an untrained individual to operate the
cultivator.
4. Understand the function of all the controls and their
proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
5. Always plan your cultivating pattern to avoid discharge
of material toward people, pets and property. Thrown
objects can cause serious personal injury.
6. 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.
7. Always observe the surface conditions in order to avoid
slipping, falling and unexpected objects.
PREPARATION
1. Always inspect the area where the cultivator is to be
used. Remove all objects (e.g., stones, sticks, wires and
foreign objects) that could be thrown by the tines or
cause the operator to trip.
2. Thrown objects can cause serious injury to the eyes and
exposed body. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation and while performing an adjustment or
repair.
3. Always operate cultivator wearing adequate garments.
Do not wear jewelry or other loose clothing, which could
become entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear that
provides sure footing.
4. Observe any noise-prevention regulations and laws.
5. Inspect the cultivator for worn, missing or damaged parts
and safety labels. See maintenance section for detailed
instructions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Always use a grounded three-wire extension cord and
receptacle that is made of rubber and intended for
outdoor use.
TRAINING
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the
cultivator and in the manual (s) before attempting to
assemble and operate. Save this manual for reference
and ordering replacement parts.
2. Never allow children under 16 years old to operate this
machine. Children 16 years old and over should be
trained and supervised by an adult who understands the
operation of the cultivator.
© 2012 by Snow Joe, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
3-CONDUCTOR GROUNDING PIN
GROUNDING METHOD
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
2. Keep the extension cord away from the moving tines
and hot motor housing.
3. Avoid contact with metal objects.
GENERAL OPERATION
1. Do not operate the machine while under the inuence of
alcohol or drugs.
2. Keep all safety devices in place and working. Do not
operate with missing or damaged components.
3. Ensure the controls (Start/Stop) function properly before
cultivating.
4. Hold onto the cultivator with both hands during
operation. Ensure the grips are dry.
5. Contact with the rotating parts can amputate hands and
feet. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts.
6. Plan your cultivating pattern to avoid discharge towards
people or property (e.g., windows, cars etc.). Do not
direct discharge at children, bystanders and pets or allow
anyone in front of the machine.
7. Only operate the cultivator when there is good visibility or
light and dry conditions. Always watch your footing and
keep a rm hold on the grips. Walk don’t run!
8. Do not operate the cultivator on slippery surfaces. Check
your footing as you operate the cultivator.
9. Exercise caution when changing direction and operating
on slopes. Always keep feet and legs a safe distance
away from the machine. Look for hidden obstacles or
hazards.
10. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
cultivate to deeply. It will cause excessive resistance.
11. Stop the cultivator and disconnect the electric cord
before you leave the operating position (behind the
handles) to make any adjustments or inspections. Wait
until the tines have come to a complete stop.
12. If the cultivator should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the machine and inspect thoroughly for damage.
13. Turn the machine OFF and disconnect the electrical
power when moving to a new work area. Allow the tines
to completly stop rotating before moving the cultivator.
14. Always use care and good judgment when you have a
situation that is not covered in this manual. If unsure,
always contact the distributors where you bought
the cultivator or the nearest service location before
proceeding.
15. Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in
damp or wet locations.
16. Don’t use in rain.
17. Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a
distance from work area.
18. Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber
gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
19. Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
20. Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job
except that for which it is intended.
21. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for
the gardening appliance. Receptacles are available
having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
Exception: This warning does not apply to a battery
operated appliance.
22.
m WARNING! – To reduce the risk of electric shock,
use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor
use, such as an extension cord of cord type SW-A,
SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A. or
SJTOW-A.
23. Extension Cord – Make sure your extension cord is
in good condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized extension cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. Table 1 shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord. To reduce the risk of
disconnection of appliance cord from the extension cord
during operating:
Minimum Gauge For Extension Cords
Volts
120V
Ampere Rating
More than
Not more than
0 – 6
6 – 10
10 – 12
i) Make a knot as shown in Table 2 or
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or
connectors described in this manual.
Total length of cord in feet
25
18
18
16
50
16
16
16
100
AWG
Not Recommended
Table 1
16
14
150
14
12
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Method of securing extension cord
Cord set Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Table 2
24. Avoid Unintentional Starting – Don’t carry plugged-in
appliance with nger on switch. Be sure switch is OFF
when plugging in.
25. Don’t Abuse Cord – Never carry appliance by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
Exception: This statement does not apply to a cordless
battery-operated gardening appliance.
26. Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the appliance. (For grass
shears and similar appliances only.)
27. Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with
less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it
was designed.
28. Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
29. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
30. Disconnect Appliance – Disconnect the appliance from
the power supply when not in use, before servicing,
when changing accessories such as blades, and the like.
Exception: This warning does not apply to a battery
operated appliance.
31. Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or
locked-up place – out of reach of children.
32. Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge sharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk
of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect appliance cord periodically, and
if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service
facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged. Keep handle dry, clean, and free from oil and
grease.
33. Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the
appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in
this manual.
WORK STOPPAGE
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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 AND STORAGE
1. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels.
2. Disengage all controls, stop the engine and wait until the
tines come to a complete stop before cleaning, repairing
or inspecting the cultivator.
3. Regularly check the following:
a. Accumulation of debris around the tines could cause
a poor performance or damage to the motor. Inspect
and clean before every use.
b. Safety devices are operating properly. Do not tamper
with or adjust safety devices.
c. Bolts and screws for proper tightness. Visually
inspect machine for any damage and that the
cultivator is in safe working condition.
d. Always replace damaged parts with original
equipment manufacturer’s (OEM) parts only.
Replacement parts that do not meet the original
equipment specications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety.
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