Snow Joe TJ600E-RM User Manual
Electric Tiller/Cultivator
Electric Tiller/Cultivator
Model No. TJ600ERM
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 tiller, 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.
Polarized Appliance Connections – 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 tiller, take the time to familiarize
yourself with the controls, especially how to stop the tiller in
an emergency. Only allow responsible individuals who have
a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate
the tiller. Never allow children to operate the tiller. Retain this
manual for future reference and reread it at the start of each
tilling session.
m This symbol indicates important safety instructions. 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.
TRAINING
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the tiller
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 tiller.
3. Never allow an untrained individual to operate the tiller.
4. Understand the function of all the controls and their
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
5. Always plan your tilling 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
tiller while it is in operation. Stop the tiller 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 tiller 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 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 tiller 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.
Metal Screw
Cover of Grounded
Grounding
Pin
(C)
AA210
(A)
Adapter
Grounding
Means
Grounding method
Outlet Box
Grounding
Pin
(B)
(D)
© 2011 by Snow Joe, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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
tilling.
4. Hold onto the tiller 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 tilling 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 tiller 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 tiller on slippery surfaces. Check your
footing as you operate the tiller.
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 till to
deeply or in ground that presents excessive resistance.
11. Stop the tiller 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 tiller 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 complete stop rotating before moving the tiller.
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
tiller 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.
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
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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 handles 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
operateproperly 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 tiller 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 tiller 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.
Safety Symbols
The following table 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.
SYMBOLS DESCRIPTIONS
READ THE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL(S) Read, understand and
follow all instructions in the manual(s)
before attempting to assemble and
operate.
WARNING! Keep out of rain and
away from wet areas.
DANGER! Rotating objects may spin
off and cause personal injury. Keep
people away from hazard area.
WARNING! Always turn the machine
OFF and disconnect the electrical
power before conducting inspection,
cleaning and maintenance.
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 tiller.
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 the tiller 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.
DANGER! Keep electrical extension
cable away from tines.
WARNING! Rotating parts may
cause serious injury. Allow the tines
to completely stop before moving
the machine, inspection, cleaning
and maintenance.
SAFETY ALERT
DOUBLE INSULATION
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