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14" 10A ELECTRIC DETHATCHER 2500600G(2517102) Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. WHEN USING ELECTRIC GARDENING APPLIANCES, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: W A R N I N G TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Check 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 alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES • Do not use the dethatcher in the rain or in moist, wet conditions. • Do not work close to the edge of swimming pools or garden ponds. • Please observe any local noise restrictions. • Always wear eye protection. •...
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-pretation 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)
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To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call GREENWORKS customer service for assistance.
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATED (See Figure 1) This dethatcher has a plug that looks like the one shown below. The dethatcher is double insulated to provide a dual thickness of insulation between you and the tool’s electrical system. All exposed metal parts are insulated from the internal motor compo- nents using protective insulation.
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ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G 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.
KNOW YOUR DETHATCHER The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this (See Figure 2) product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
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. •...
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ASSEMBLY W A R N I N G Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse, and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury. W A R N I N G Disconnect the dethatcher from the power supply until assembly is complete.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE UPPER HANDLE (See Figure 3.2) • Position the upper handle so the holes line up with the lower handle holes. • Insert the supplied hex bolt through the hole from the outside of the handlebar. • Thread the knob onto the hex bolt to tighten securely into place. Fig.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE DETHATCHER (See Figure 4) STARTING THE DETHATCHER • Plug the dethatcher into an approved outdoor extension cord. • Press and hold the safety lock-out button. This makes the bale switch operational • Press the bale switch against to the handlebar to operate. STOPPING THE DETHATCHER •...
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OPERATION USING THE CORD RETAINER (See Figure 5) This dethatcher is equipped with a cord retainer in order to prevent the extension cord from disconnecting from the power cord while the dethatcher is in use. The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide bar.
MAINTENANCE The dethatcher cylinder can cause injuries! Prior to making adjustments, unplug unit and wait until the dethatcher cylinder has stopped. Wear heavy-duty work gloves when making adjustments. If the dethatcher cylinder is not yet worn but individual springs have broken, these must be replaced. Only identical replacement springs may be used.
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MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE TINES (See Figure 9) • Remove the tine cartridge as demonstrated on page 16. • Secure tine cartridge on a workbench. • Push out the pin using a screwdriver (Not Supplied). This may require the use of a rubber mallet if more strength is required.
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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. W A R N I N G Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during product operation.
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MAINTENANCE Risk of injury and physical damage! Do not clean the lawn dethatcher under running water (particularly under high pressure). Do not use hard or pointed objects for cleaning the lawn dethatcher. To save space, the lawn dethatcher can be folded up for storage by releasing the knobs. Take care, during this process, that the power cable does not become trapped.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Switch off the dethatcher, Foreign objects on the remove the power cord from the Abnormal noise. dethatcher cylinder are hitting outlet and wait until the cylinder the dethatcher. has stopped rotating. 2. Remove foreign objects. Clattering in the Foreign objects blocking the unit.
(3) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS , at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
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