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Benchmark 5140-014 Manual

14” 40v max cordless & brushless garden tiller
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14" 40V MAX CORDLESS
& BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER
Item # 5140-014
ASYRTM0118040
WEAR CSA APPROVED
EYE PROTECTION
Includes 2 (4Ah) batteries & 1 dual charger
5 Year Limited Warranty on tool
3 Year Limited Warranty on battery and charger
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Uses two 20V Max lithium-ion batteries that deliver an initial battery voltage
(measured without a workload) of 40 volts. Nominal voltage is 36V.
WEAR EAR
PROTECTION
WEAR A
FACE MASK

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  • Page 1 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER Item # 5140-014 Includes 2 (4Ah) batteries & 1 dual charger 5 Year Limited Warranty on tool 3 Year Limited Warranty on battery and charger READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
  • Page 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER Voltage 40V (2 x 20V) No Load No load 180 RPM Adjustable tilling width up to 14" (360 mm) Tilling Depth Max 7.1" (180mm) Tines 4 metal Height Adjustment 3 positions Weight 22 lbs (10 kg) BATTERY AND CHARGER...
  • Page 3 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER TABLE OF CONTENTS .................. 1 Product Specifications Table of Contents ..................2 General Safety Warnings ................3-7 Garden Tiller safety ..................7-8 Maintenance & Storage ................. 8 Battery Pack & Charger Safety ..............8-9 Battery Pack Recycling .................
  • Page 4 GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations.
  • Page 5 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER KNOW YOUR TILLER. READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAREFULLY • Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tiller. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
  • Page 6 • Do not overreach - Keep firm footing and balance. Overreaching can result in loss of balance. • Do not use tool if bail bar does not turn it on or o . Any tool that cannot be controlled with the bail bar is dangerous and must be repaired. •...
  • Page 7 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER • Do not use near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility or telephone company to locate underground services. • If the unit strikes a foreign object, stop the motor, disconnect the battery pack, thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine.
  • Page 8 condition. • Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury. • Do not charge battery tool in rain, or damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 9 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER • Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. • Do not till excessively steep slopes. • Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the garden tiller towards you. • Start the garden tiller or switch on the garden tiller carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the tines.
  • Page 10 Never attempt to open the battery for any reason. If the housing of the battery breaks or cracks, immediately discontinue use and do not recharge. Do not charge the battery if it is wet or shows any evidence of corrosion. A small leakage from the battery may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions.
  • Page 11 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER SAFETY SYMBOLS WARNING: Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this tiller. Please pay particular attention to all sections of this User Guide that carry warning symbols and notices. Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool.
  • Page 12 Objects thrown by the Inspect the area where the product could hit the user product is to be used and or other bystanders. remove all objects which Always ensure that other can be thrown by the people and pets remain at product.
  • Page 13 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER KNOW YOUR 14” 40v MAX CORDLESS & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER Upper handle ON/OFF bail Safety lock button Middle handle frame Middle handle knob + bolt (2) Cable clip (2) Lower handle...
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING CHECKING THE BATTERY CHARGE STATUS The level of charge remaining in the battery can be checked by using the battery LED power indicator that is contained on the end of the battery. NOTE: The battery charge remaining may be checked while the battery is installed in the tool with the ON/OFF switch turned OFF.
  • Page 15 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER A discharged battery pack should be fully charged in approximately 120 minutes. It is normal for the battery charger to hum and be warm to the touch during operation. If the battery pack does not charge properly, check to make sure the electrical outlet is “live”.
  • Page 16 Operation Intended Use The 20V X 2 cordless tiller is designed for small gardens and flower beds, this cordless tiller e ectively loosens and turns over new soil. It may also be used to mix coarse soil with fertilizer, peat, and compost. This product may not be used to till extremely dry or wet soil.
  • Page 17 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER Starting the Tiller WARNING: after the tool has been switched OFF. Do not touch the rotating tines. Contact with hot tines can cause serious injury. Rotating tines may cause serious injury. The tines will continue to turn for a few seconds.
  • Page 18 Tilling • Make sure that the work area is clear of stones, sticks, wire, or other objects that could damage the product or its motor. • Do not till very wet soil because wet soil tends to stick to the tines, preventing proper tines rotation;...
  • Page 19 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER AFTER USE • Switch the product o , remove the batteries, and let it cool completely. • Check, clean, and store the product as described below. WARNING: Always switch the product o , remove the batteries, and let the product cool completely before inspecting, cleaning, or performing any other maintenance task.
  • Page 20 WARNING: Unexpected tines movement may cause personal injury. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting the unit, turn the motor OFF and remove the batteries. Wait for the tines to completely stop rotating before conducting inspection, cleaning, or maintenance. Before and after each use, check the product and accessories (or attachments) for wear and damage.
  • Page 21 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER 5. Insert the hex bolts through the holes and secure them with the self-locking nuts (Fig. 10). IMPORTANT: The tines must be set in the correct turning direction. Note the way the old tines came o and replace the new ones exactly the same way.
  • Page 22 MAINTENANCE GENERAL WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other part may create a hazard or cause product damage. DO NOT use solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
  • Page 23 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER EXPLODED VIEW...
  • Page 24 PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the tiller. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this Tiller may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
  • Page 25 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS 5140-014 & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER Key # Part # Part Name Quantity Front wheel hub Rotation limit axis Wheel bracket 1290090042 Battery Cable clamp plate Insert holder Battery holder Double battery cover Transparent cover Battery compartment...
  • Page 26 Key # Part # Part Name Quantity Rotating central axis Spring Angle adjustment button Rotating fixed seat Half round head square neck bolt M6 x 50 Shrapnel Switch box left Switch box press plate Switch auxiliary bracket right Reset torsion spring Switch auxiliary trigger Switch auxiliary bracket left Starting pull rod...
  • Page 27 BENCHMARK 14” 40V MAX CORDLESS & BRUSHLESS GARDEN TILLER 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. 3 years for the battery and the charger.
  • Page 28 Includes 2 batteries & 1 charger 5 Year Limited Warranty on tool 3 Year Limited Warranty on battery and charger 5140-014 BENCHMARK TOOLS CANADA Made in China ST. JACOBS, ONTARIO N0B 2N0 © 2023 Home Hardware Stores Limited CUSTOMER SERVICE/TECH SUPPORT...