EarthWise TC70001 Operator's Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Storage . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 8
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model: TC70001
Power supply voltage: 120V-60HZ Working width: 11-IN
Idle Speed: 320 RPM Working depth max: 8-IN
Power Consumption: 8.5 Amp
Parts List
1 Upper handle section (RTC00055 / RTC00056) 9 Lower handle section (left - RTC00046)
2 Switch and power cable assy (RTC00057) 10 Wheel (RTC00042)
3 Cable clip (RTC00051) 11 Lock pin (RTC00045)
4 Center handle section (RTC00050) 12 Lock button
5 Cord retainer (RTC00053) 13 Motor housing (RTC00001)
6 Bolt M6 x 45 (RTC00052) 14 Motor support plate (RTC00016)
7 Wing nut (RTC00054) 15 Tine Assembly ( right - RTC00025 / left - RTC00036)
8 Lower handle section (right - RTC00048)
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
Precautions that involve your safety.
Read the instruction manual and follow the warning and safety instructions!
SWITCH OFF! Remove plug from outlet immediately if the cable is
damaged or cut.
SWITCH OFF! Remove plug from outlet before cleaning or maintenance.
Do not use in wet weather conditions.
Wear eye and ear protection.
Keep bystanders at a safe distance.
DANGER! Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet at a safe distance.
DANGER! Of being hit by thrown objects.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle
where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY: Before any use
Save these instructions and review frequently prior
be sure everyone using this product reads and
to use and in instructing others.
understands all safety instructions and other
WARNING: When using electric gardening
information contained in this manual.
appliances, basic safety precautions should
CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric
protection during use. Under some conditions
shock, and personal injury, including the following:
and duration of use, noise from this product may
contribute to hearing loss. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS - Before further EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension
use of the product, any part that is damaged should cord is in good condition. When using an
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate extension cord be sure it is heavy enough to carry
properly and perform its intended function. Check the current your product will draw. An undersized
extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage
for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other resulting in loss of power and overheating. The
condition that may affect its operation. Any part that following table shows the correct size to use
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
For assistance call our customer service help line at rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
1-800-313-5111.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS - Don't
Volts Total Length of cord in Feet
use this product in rainy, stormy, damp or wet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
locations. Do not operate in gaseous or explosive 240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
atmospheres. Motors in these products normally Ampere Rating
More Not More American wire Gage
spark, and the sparks might Ignite fumes.
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors, children and
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
pets should stay at a safe distance from the work 10 - 12 16 16 14 12
area. 12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended
WARNING: Use outdoor extension cords marked
DRESS PROPERLY- Don't wear loose clothing or
jewelry and wear protective hair covering to contain SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-
long hair. They can be caught in moving parts. A, or SJTOWA. These cords are rated for outdoor
Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
recommended when working outdoors.
It is possible to tie the extension
cord and power cord in a knot to
USE SAFETY GLASSES - Wear safety glasses
with side shields or goggles that are marked to prevent them from becoming
comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when operating disconnected during use. Make
this product. Use face or dust mask if environment the knot as shown, then connect
is dusty. the plug end of the power cord
into the receptacle end of the
extension cord. This method can also be used to
DOUBLE INSULATION – The tiller/cultivator has
double insulation. This means that all external met- tie two extension cords together.
al parts are insulated from the electrical supply.
This is achieved by introducing an insulation layer Be aware of the extension cord while operating the
between electrical and mechanical parts. The tiller/cultivator. Be careful not to trip on the cord.
double insulation guarantees you the greatest Always guide the cord away from the tines.
possible safety.
OVERHEAT PROTECTION - If the tiller/cultivator
is blocked by a foreign object or if the motor is
overloaded, the motor will switch off automatically
by the protection device. Release the trigger lever
and wait for the motor to cool down (approx. 15
minutes) before starting the tiller again.
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