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4.
Do not use the unit in the rain.
5.
Do not handle the plug or unit with wet hands or
standing on any wet surfaces.
6.
Do not leave the unit plugged in when not in use,
changing attachments or while being serviced.
WHILE OPERATING
1.
Keep children and pets away.
2.
Wear safety glasses or goggles and ear/hearing pro-
tection when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust
mask if the operation is dusty.
3.
Wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not
wear loose clothing, jewellery, short pants, sandals or
go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.
4.
Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.
5.
Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
6.
Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
7.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
unit towards you.
8.
Do not overreach, take extra care when working on
steep slopes or inclines. Always keep proper footing
and balance.
9.
Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or
grips.
10. Keep hands, face, and feet at a distance from all
moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the tines
when they are rotating. Do not operate without
guards in place.
11. Do not operate the engine faster than the speed
needed to do the job. Do not run the engine at high
speed when not in use.
12. Always stop the engine/motor when operation is
delayed or when walking from one location the anoth-
er.
13. Stop the engine/motor for maintenance, repair, to
install or remove the tines. The unit must be stopped
and the tines no longer turning to avoid injury.
14. The tines become very sharp from use. Always wear
heavy gloves when handling, removing, installing or
cleaning the tines.
15. If you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the engine/motor immediately and check
for damage. Have damage repaired before attempt-
ing further operations.
Blade Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210mm
Weight with motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.2 Kg
16. Stop the unit IMMEDIATELY if you feel excessive
vibration. Vibration is a sign of trouble. Inspect thor-
oughly for loose nuts, bolts or damage before contin-
uing. Repair or replace affected parts as necessary.
17. Stop and switch the unit to off for maintenance,
repair, or for changing attachment or other attach-
ments.
18. Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials
which may become lodged between the tines and
gearbox or guard.
19. Use only genuine Talon replacement parts and
accessories for this unit. These are available from
you authorized service dealer. Use of any non Talon
parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to
the user, or damage to the unit, and void your war-
ranty.
OTHER SAFETY RULES
1. Do not operate this unit when tired, ill, or under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
2. All guards and safety attachments must be installed
properly before operating the unit.
3. Inspect the unit before use. Ensure the tines are
installed correctly and secure.
4. Clear the area to be cultivated before each use.
Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string which can be thrown or become entan-
gled in the cultivator attachment.
5. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, partic
ularly small persons, and pets.
6. Allow the unit to cool before storing or transporting. Be
sure to secure the unit while transporting.
7. Store the unit in a locked up or high and dry place to
prevent unauthorized use or damage, out of the reach
of children.
8. Clean the tines with a a strong brush or clamp cloth.
Wipe the tines with a light machine oil to prevent rust.
9. Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other
liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free from debris.
Clean after each use, see cleaning and storage
instructions.
10. Keep these instructions. Refer to them often and use
them to instruct other users. If you loan someone this
unit, also loan them these instructions.
SPECIFICATIONS
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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DRIVE SHAFT
Installing the lower shaft
1. Remove the hanger from the lower shaft (A). Press
the release lever (B) while pushing the lower shaft into
the tool-link couping. (Fig. 1A)
2. Locate and lock the release lever into the primary hole
(C) in the shaft. (Fig. 1A)
CAUTION:
Make sure the release lever is
locked in the primary hole and knob is securely
tightened before operating this unit.
3. Tighten the knob (D) securely clockwise before using
the unit. (Fig. 1B)
B
C
A
Fig. 1A
CAUTION: All attachments are designed to
be used in the primary hole unless otherwise
indicated in the specific attachment's opera-
tor's manual. If the incorrect hole is used, it
could result in injury, or damage to the unit.
GENERAL IDENTIFICATION
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1.
Tine Guard
2.
Tines
3.
Gear Box
4.
Shaft
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
Dress properly to reduce the risk of
injury when operating this unit. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewellery. Wear eye and
ear/hearing protection. Wear heavy, long pants,
boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants, san-
dals or go barefoot.
1. Move the cultivator to the work area prior to starting
the engine/motor.
2. Start the unit.
3. With the engine running and the tines off the ground,
depress the throttle control to increase the engine
speed.
4. Holding both of the shaft and handle grips firmly, slow-
ly lower the cultivator until the tines make contact with
the ground. (See Fig. 2)
5. As cultivating action begins, pull back on the cultivator
so that the tines can penetrate the ground.
6. Once the ground has been broken, continue at a mod-
D
erate pace until you are familiar with the controls and
the handing of the cultivator.
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal injury,
Fig. 1B
use extreme caution when reversing or pulling
the unit towards you.
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