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- Page 1 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A 5 Year Limited Warranty READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. WEAR CSA APPROVED WEAR EAR WEAR A EYE PROTECTION PROTECTION FACE MASK...
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Page 2: Product Specifications
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A Rating voltage 120 V~60 Hz Rating current 13.5 A No load speed 360 rpm Rotor 6 steel tilling blades Working width 18" / 457 mm Tilling depth 8.7" / 220 mm Weight 23.8 lbs (10.8 kg) NEED ASSISTANCE? Call us on our toll free customer support line: 1-833-818-4111 (Monday through Friday, 9am –... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications .................. 1 Table of Contents ..................2 Safety Instructions ..................3 Know Your Electric Tiller ................12 Assembly ..................... 14 Operation ....................16 Maintenance ....................21 Storage ......................23 Exploded View .................... 24 Parts ...................... -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Please read these instructions fully before assembling and operating. DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS Symbols are used in this manual to attract your attention to possible risks. The safety symbols and the explanations which accompany them must be perfectly understood. - Page 5 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A SAFETY SYMBOLS SYMBOL MEANING READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. SAFETY ALERT – Indicates a precaution, a warning, or a danger.
- Page 6 Beware of foreign objects that could be thrown from the appliance. Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the work area. Inspect the work area prior to use and remove all objects that could be thrown by the appliance. If a hidden object is discovered while working, stop the engine and remove the object.
- Page 7 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A Notice the personal safety alert symbol used in this manual to draw your attention to a WARNING given along with the particular operating instruction. This means that the operation requires special ATTENTION, CAUTION, and AWARENESS. 1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark areas invite accidents.
- Page 8 14. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the tiller from the power supply when it is not in use, before servicing it, when changing accessories, and when performing any other maintenance task. 15. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the tiller should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place out of the reach of children.
- Page 9 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A Preparation • Always inspect the area where the tiller is to be used. Remove all objects (i.e. stones, sticks, wires, and other foreign materials) that could be thrown by the blades or cause the operator to trip.
- Page 10 • Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges when picking up or holding the appliance. Stopping Work • Always turn the tiller OFF and disconnect the electrical power when stopping work or when changing work areas. Never leave the machine running when unattended.
- Page 11 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A DOUBLE-INSULATED: GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. This electric tiller is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacement parts. Read the instructions before servicing double-insulated appliances. Use this electric tiller only as described in this manual.
- Page 12 WARNING Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. Heed these warnings: • Do not allow any part of the electric tiller to make contact with water while it is in operation. If the appliance becomes wet while turned off, wipe dry before starting.
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Page 13: Know Your Electric Tiller
5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A KNOW YOUR ELECTRIC TILLER Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the electric tiller. Compare the illustration below to the electric tiller in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. - Page 14 Unpacking Carefully remove the tiller from its packaging and check that the following parts are included: Handle grip M6X45 bolt (4 pcs) Upper handle Knob (4 pcs) Middle handle Lower handle Power cable terminal Wheel (2 pcs) Main unit Wheel cover (2 pcs) Tine assembly Carefully remove the electric tiller and check to see that all of the above items are supplied.
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Page 15: Assembly
5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A ASSEMBLY WARNING! Do not connect to the power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and serious personal injury. WARNING! Before performing any maintenance, make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. - Page 16 CONNECTING THE HANDLES 1. Connect the middle handle and the lower handle, tighten them with knob and bolt. Same operation on the other hand. 2. Connect the upper handle and the middle handle, tighten them with knob and bolt. Same operation on the other hand. 3.
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Page 17: Operation
5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A The operator or user of the tool is responsible for any damage or injury caused to other persons or property. Adults should only operate the machine. Children and persons unfamiliar with the manual must not be allowed to use the tool. Do not use the tool in rain or damp surroundings. - Page 18 TRANSPORT Always pull out the power cord before transporting! Pull the lock pin. You can now move the wheels to the lower position. Make sure that the lock pin engages again in the lower position. Lock pin ATTENTION! The wheels must be fixed in the upper position during operation! For storage or transport in a limited space, proceed as follows: Loosen the knobs until you can fold the handles forward.
- Page 19 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY NOTE: Before using this machine, make sure that the power source you will use complies with the specifications detailed in this manual. WARNING! Carelessness, mishandling or error on the part of the operator may result in bodily injury (e.g.: amputation, projectile impact), or death.
- Page 20 OPERATING TIPS • Before each use, check the product, its power cord and plug, and any other accessories for damage. Do not use the product if it is damaged or shows wear. • Double check that the accessories and attachments are properly fitted. •...
- Page 21 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A • Till in slightly overlapping rows. To till most effectively, follow the pattern indicated. Start by moving the tiller up and down in vertical lines, then work horizontally from left to right. This will keep the rows even and ensure that all the ground is tilled without missing any spots.
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Page 22: Maintenance
CARE MAINTENANCE WARNING! Always switch the product off, disconnect the product from the power supply, and let the product cool completely before inspecting, cleaning, or performing any other maintenance task. • Keep the product clean. Remove any debris after each use and before storage. •... - Page 23 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE DANGER! Always pull out the main power plug before starting any cleaning work. CLEANING Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it with compressed air at low pressure.
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Page 24: Storage
STORAGE • Examine the extension cord thoroughly for signs of excess wear or damage. If it is worn or damaged, replace it immediately. • Disconnect the extension cord from the electric tiller before storing. • Allow the motor to completely cool down before storing the tiller. •... -
Page 25: Exploded View
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Page 27: Parts
5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A PARTS LIST Number Part sku Part Name Quantity BVAO031001 Blade assembly (right) BVAO031002 Screw bolt BVAO031003 Blade assembly (left) BVAO031004 Locknut BVAO031005 Screw BVAO031006 Screw BVAO031007 Guard plate BVAO031008 Connection shaft BVAO031009 Decorative cover-1 BVAO031010 Main housing... - Page 28 BVAO031110 Worm gear BVAO031111 Gearbox sealing strip BVAO031112 Gear box left BVAO031113 "O" ring BVAO031114 Screw BVAO031115 Screw BVAO031116 Sealing ring BVAO031117 Splined hub BVAO031118 Bearing BVAO031119 Bearing BVAO031200 Motor assembly BVAO031006 Screw BVAO031117 Splined hub BVAO031201 Motor frame BVAO031202 No.2 sponge BVAO031119 Bearing...
- Page 29 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A BVAO031308 Handle press plate BVAO031006 Screw BVAO031309 Screw BVAO031310 Secondary handle right BVAO031311 Secondary handle left BVAO031312 Power cord & plug BVAO031313 Connect power cord BVAO031314 Power cord sleeve BVAO031012 Cable pressplate BVAO031316 Screw BVAO031317 Rocker swtich...
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Page 30: Warranty
BENCHMARK ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5 A WARRANTY If this Benchmark tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within five years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for exchange. This warranty does not include expendable parts including but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, light bulbs and/or batteries. - Page 31 5140-009 ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A ELECTRIC TILLER 13.5A 5 Year Limited Warranty 5140-009 5140-009 BENCHMARK TOOLS CANADA Made in China ST. JACOBS, ONTARIO N0B 2N0 © 2022 Home Hardware Stores Limited CUSTOMER SERVICE/TECH SUPPORT 1-833-818-4111 * This Benchmark defects in workmanship and materials. See Owner’s Manual for full details.
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