Yardworks 060-3864-2 Owner's Manual

Electric dethatcher

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Page 1 Electric Dethatcher 060-3864-2 Owner' s Ma n u a l TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-866-523-5218 WAR N I N G WAR N I N G Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Warranty ............................19 Parts breakdown.........................20 Parts list............................21 Technical Data MODEL NUMBER......................060-3864-2 MOTOR......................120V AC, 60 Hz, 10 A SPEED..........................3,700 RPM DETHATCHING PATH..................... 14" (35.6 cm) WEIGHT......................27 lb 10 oz (12.5 kg) CSA........................... 218549 FOR USE WITH YARDWORKS REPLACEMENT TINES 060-6115-8 SOLD SEPERATELY...
Page 3: General Safety Rules
General Safety Rules Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how to use your dethatcher. WARNING: TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE DETHATCHER UNTIL THE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ THOROUGHLY. 1.
Page 4: General Safety Rules
General Safety Rules 13. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS keep tools clean and in good working order. 14. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check for proper alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, or any other conditions that may affect the tool’s operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced before use.
Page 5: Specific Safety Rules For Dethatcher
Specific Safety Rules for Dethatcher 1. Do not use the dethatcher in the rain or in moist, wet conditions. 2. Do not work close to the edge of swimming pools or garden ponds. 3. Please observe any local noise restrictions. 4.
Page 6: Symbols
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. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
Page 7: Electrical Information
Electrical Information USE PROPER CIRCUIT PROTECTION TO AVOID THE RISK OF WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR DAMAGE TO THE TOOL. THE DETHATCHER IS WIRED AT THE FACTORY FOR 120 V OPERATION. CONNECT TO A 120 V, 15 A CIRCUIT AND USE A 15 A TIME-DELAYED FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER. REPLACE A CUT, WORN OR DAMAGED POWER CORD IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID SHOCK OF FIRE.
Page 8 Electrical Information WARNING: THIS DETHATCHER IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS. GUIDELINES FOR USING EXTENSION CORDS USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one of heavy enough gauge to carry the current your product will draw.
Page 9: Know Your Dethatcher
Know Your Dethatcher Fig. 2 1. Power switch 2. Electrical cord 3. Cable clip 4. Upper handle 5. Knob 6. Lower handle 7. Wheel 8. 4-position depth adjustment knobs 9. Cord retainer 10. Handle bar 11. Trigger switch 12. Circuit breaker (Accessories: REPLACEMENT TINES 060-6115-8)
Page 10: Assemby
Assembly UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
Page 11 Assembling handles Fig. 3 Installing the lower handle 1. Insert the lower handle (2) into the housing hole. Place rubber pad (1) between the housing and lower handle. 2. Using the supplied screws (3), fasten the lower handle to the housing using a star- shaped screwdriver, not supplied.
Page 12: Operation And Adjustments
Operation and Adjustments STARTING AND STOPPING THE DETHATCHER (Fig. 4) IMPORTANT: Prior to dethatching the lawn, the lawn should be mowed to a height of approx. 2" (0.05 m). Doing this will lengthen the life span of the tines and prevent unnecessary motor overload on the dethatcher.
Page 13: Extension Cord
Operation and Adjustments USING THE CORD RETAINER (Fig. 5) This dethatcher is equipped with a cord retainer in order to prevent the extension cord from disconnecting from the power cord while the mower is in use. The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide bar. NOTE: Do not plug the extension cord into the outlet until it has been connected to the cord retainer and plugged into the mower.
Page 14 Operation and Adjustments ADJUSTING THE DETHATCHER DEPTH (Fig. 6) CAUTION: BEFORE YOU ADJUST THE DETHATCHER DEPTH, TURN OFF THE POWER, UNPLUG THE TOOL AND ENSURE THE MOTOR HAS STOPPED. 1. The dethatcher depth is adjusted by turning the hubcaps. You can choose from three different depth settings by pulling out and turning hubcaps.
Page 15: Replacing Spring Tines
5. Replace the worn or broken tines with a new one. YARDWORKS REPLACEMENT TINES 060-6115-8 6. Fasten the the tine casing back together using the flat washer and lock washer in the order and placement which they were previously removed.
Page 16 4. Remove and discard the worn/broken tines. 5. Replace the tine into position and slide the pin back into place pressing the pin against a solid surface to pressure it back into place. YARDWORKS REPLACEMENT TINES 060-6115-8. Spring Fig. 9...
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Adjust the dethatcher cylinder. are not satisfactory. Cog belt faulty. Contact an authorized service centre. Lawn has grown too tall. Mow the lawn before using the dethatcher. If you have any problem with this Yardworks tool, please contact our TOLL-FREE helpline at 1-866-523-5218...
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance DANGER! The dethatcher cylinder can cause injuries. Prior to maintenance, unplug from the power source and wait until the dethatcher cylinder has stopped. Wear heavy-duty gloves for performing maintenance. The lawn dethatcher should be cleaned after each use. Risk of injury and physical damage! Do not clean the lawn dethatcher under running water (particularly under high pressure).
Page 19: Warranty
Warranty For TWO YEARS from the date of purchase within Canada, YARDWORKS ® CANADA will, at its option, repair or replace for the original purchaser, free or charge, any part or parts that are found to be defective in material or workmanship.
Page 20: Parts Breakdown
Parts breakdown 13 14...
Page 21: Parts List
Parts list Model Num. Description Housing 60-3864-1 Cover for motor 60-3864-2 Motor assy. 60-3864-3 Gear case assy. 60-3864-4 Tines assy. 60-3864-5 Base for tine 60-3864-5-1 Tine cartridge 60-3864-5-2 60-3864-5-3 Tine 60-3864-5-4 Bolt, nut and washer 60-3864-5-5 Bracket for tines assy. 60-3864-6 Tire for front wheel 60-3864-7...