NatureZap AC User Manual

The Thermogenic
Weed-Treatment Tool
A Totally New Concept in Lawn Care
Model AC
User Guide
Cautions
A CAUTION indicates a hazard or unsafe practice that could result in
injury or death, or damage to the tool.
As with all power tools and heating devices, please follow all safety
precautions when using this tool. Be sure to read, understand, and
follow all instructions in this guide. Be sure to store this guide in a
convenient place so that you can access it easily if you have questions
about operating this tool.
If you have any questions about the safe use of this tool, please
contact Global Neighbor, Inc. by phone at 1.937.231.8421, by email
at support@g-neighbor.com, or by using the link on our website
(www.naturezap.com).
CAUTION: HAZARD OF BURN
To reduce the risk of injury, burns, or fire:
 DO NOT touch the heated surface of this tool to bare skin. It can
reach temperatures up to 400°F (200°C).
 DO NOT touch the heated surface of this tool to fabrics. It can
cause certain fabrics to catch on fire or to melt.
 DO NOT store this tool until it cools.
 DO NOT place or store this tool near flammable or combustible
materials.
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing NatureZap, a new concept to get rid of
weeds. Now you can use an environmentally safe alternative to
chemicals. Your flower, vegetable gardens, and lawn will look their
best without worrying about harming the soil, surrounding plants,
ground water, or the environment.
NatureZap uses state-of-the-art heating and electronic technology to
treat weeds. NatureZap applies just the right amount of heat to the
root, root crown, and leaves of weeds to disrupt normal plant function.
This disruption makes weeds susceptible to the aggressive attack of
naturally occurring fungus that in turn decomposes the weeds' roots.
The heating element inside NatureZap is a small ceramic stone known
as a positive temperature co-efficient (PTC) heater. PTC stones have
self-limiting heating characteristics that include fast heating-response
times that plateau when they reach pre-defined reference
temperatures. The reference temperature for NatureZap is set to about
400°F (200°C) so that you can safely use it in mulched flowerbeds
and around pine needles and straw. As with all power tools and
heating devices, however, safety precautions must be followed. For
more information, please see the Safety section of this guide.
NatureZap is unique in the market. This patent-pending thermogenic
weed-treatment tool allows you to:
 treat weeds without compromising surrounding plants
 reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals
 avoid making the soil unusable due to over application of
chemicals
 use clean electricity
 continue your commitment to being green and helping preserve
the environment.
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CAUTION: HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To reduce the risk of injury of death by electric shock:
 DO NOT plug cord into an outlet that is not grounded.
 DO NOT immerse cord, plugs, or tool in water or other liquid.
 DO NOT use this tool in the rain or if rain and/or lightning are
possible.
 DO NOT reach for this tool if it has fallen into water. Unplug it
immediately.
 DO NOT disassemble this tool. No user-serviceable parts are
inside.
 DO NOT use this tool if the cord, plug, or tool is damaged or has
malfunctioned.
 DO NOT leave this tool plugged in if you are not using it.
CAUTION: GENERAL HAZARDS
To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the tool:
 DO NOT allow children to handle this tool.
 DO NOT touch the sharp tip of this tool to bare skin. It can
puncture skin.
 DO NOT operate this tool with bare feet or open sandals.
 DO NOT store this tool in a location where it could get damp/wet.
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Before using NatureZap, please read and understand this guide.
Included in it are instructions for safely operating and maintaining this
garden and lawn tool. Also included in it are signal words that
indicate a level of danger or concern. A CAUTION indicates a
hazard or unsafe practice that could result in injury or death, or
damage to the tool. A NOTE indicates important information
unrelated to safety.
Please let us know if you have any questions or comments. All of us
at Global Neighbor, Inc. would appreciate hearing from you. We can
be reached at:
Phone: 1.937.285.0990
E-Mail: support@g-neighbor.com
Website: www.naturezap.com
The standard package includes the NatureZap weed-treatment tool, a
registration card, and the user guide.
Recycling Information
Global Neighbor, Incorporated is committed to promoting recycling
and reducing waste. The product and packaging have been designed
to support these commitments.
Please join us in our efforts by recycling the packaging in accordance
with your local recycling programs. Please also recycle NatureZap
when it has reached its end-of-life cycle.
For more information about how to do this, please contact us by
visiting our website (www.naturezap.com), sending an e-mail
(support@g-neighbor.com), or by calling 1.937.285.0990.
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Maintenance and Care
Storage
 Unplug this tool from the outlet when not in use.
 Allow this tool to cool before storing it.
 Store this tool away from flammable or combustible materials.
 Store this tool out of reach of children.
 Store this tool in a dry location.
 Store this tool in an upright position. It can be hung from a hook
or firmly attached to a wall. The handle is capable of holding the
weight of the tool.
Specifications
Wattage 250
Current 120 V, 60 Hz, 5 Amps max
Warm-Up Time 3 minutes
Operating Temperature 400°F (200°C)
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Safety Information
Important Safeguards
To protect against electrical shock when you use this tool and/or an
extension cord, basic safety precautions should be followed,
including:
 Do not use the tool for other than intended use.
 Do not operate this tool with a damaged cord or plug or after this
tool malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return
this tool to the nearest authorized service facility for examination,
repair, or adjustment.
 Outdoor extension cords should be used with outdoor-use products
and are surface-marked with the suffix letter "W" and with a tag
stating "Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances."
 The marked rating of the extension cord should be at least as great
as the electrical rating of this tool.
 The extension cord should be a grounding type 3-wire cord.
 To provide continued protection against electrical shock, always
attach the extension cord to this tool first then plug the extension
cord into a grounded wall outlet. To disconnect, press the power
switch to the "off" position then remove the plug from the
grounded wall outlet.
 To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep the extension cord
connection dry.
 The extension cord should be arranged to prevent unintentional
tripping, snagging, or pulling.
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Features and Functions
1. Power Cord – Supplies power
to the tool when it is plugged in.
2. Lighted Power Switch – Turns
the tool on/off. Will light up
when unit is on.
3. Tip – Heats the root, root crown,
and leaves when inserted into
the weed's root.
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