Sun Joe TJ603E - User Manual

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®

, LLC

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®

, LLC

Model TJ603E

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

16-INCH 12-AMP ELECTRIC

TILLER + CULTIVATOR

Form No. SJ-TJ603E-880E-MR1

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These

Instructions Before Use

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may

result in serious bodily injury or death.

General Safety WARNINGS!

You and any other operator of this garden tiller + cultivator

must read, understand, and follow these instructions in their

entirety. Failure to follow these instructions may result in

ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, and/or serious PERSONAL INJURY.
Notice the personal safety alert symbol

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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.

2. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only

identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged

cords immediately.

3. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away – All

spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance

away from the work area.

4. Know your product – Know how to start and stop the

machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

5. Use the right tool – Do not use this machine for any job

except that for which it was intended.

6. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as

such articles can become caught in moving parts. Wear

a protective covering to contain long hair. Wearing rubber

gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended

when working outdoors.

7. Extension cords – To prevent electric shock, use only

with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.

8. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the garden tiller

+ cultivator with your finger on the switch. Make sure the

switch is off before plugging in or unplugging the unit.

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CAUTION!

Moving parts will continue to run for several

seconds after turning off the machine.

9. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the garden tiller +

cultivator by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it

from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil,

and sharp edges.

10. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving

parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.

11. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less

likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at

the rate for which it was designed.

12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at

all times.

If the tiller + cultivator strikes a foreign object, follow these

steps:

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Stop the electric tiller + cultivator.

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Inspect for damage.

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Repair any damage before restarting and

operating the tool.

13. Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug-

fitting clothing, protective gloves, hearing, and head

protection.

14. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the tiller + cultivator

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 +

cultivator should be stored indoors in a dry and high or

locked-up place out of the reach of children.

16. Maintain the tiller + cultivator with care – Keep the

cutting edges sharp and clean for optimal performance

and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect the extension

cord periodically and immediately replace it if damaged.

Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

Follow the additional recommendations described in the

maintenance section of this manual.

17. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the tiller

+ cultivator in rain or in damp or wet locations. Do not

operate the tiller + cultivator in gaseous or explosive

atmospheres or use the tiller + cultivator near flammable

or combustible liquids. Motors in these tools normally

spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

18. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate the tiller + cultivator when you are

tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol

, or other

medication.

19. Check for damaged parts – Before further use of the

appliance, a guard or other part that is damaged should

be carefully checked to determine that it will operate

properly and perform its intended function. Check for

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