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14" 10A ELECTRIC DETHATCHER 27022 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE DETHATCHER UNTIL THE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ THOROUGHLY. • Read and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. Learn the tool’s applications, limitations, and possible hazards.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G ONLY USE IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS WHEN SERVICING. TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: at 1-888-909-6757 (1-888-90WORKS). W A R N I N G ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. This tool can eject foreign objects into your eyes, posing the risk of permanent eye damage.
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)
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 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.
ELECTRICAL W A R N I N G CHECK EXTENSION CORDS BEFORE EACH USE. IF DAMAGED REPLACE IMMEDIATELY. NEVER USE TOOL WITH A DAMAGED CORD SINCE TOUCHING THE DAMAGED AREA COULD CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor.
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. W A R N I N G This new product has been shipped in a partially assembled condition as described below. Carefully check the packing list below to ensure all items are included in the package; the packing list describes all loose items that are not assembled to the product as shipped.
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ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE LOWER HANDLE (See Figure 3.1) • Insert the lower handle (2) into the housing hole. Place rubber pad (1) between the housing and lower handle. • Using the supplied screws (3), fasten the lower handle to the housing using a star-shaped screwdriver, not supplied.
OPERATION STARTING AND STOPPING THE DETHATCHER (See Figure 4) i M P O R T A N T Prior to dethatching the lawn, the lawn should be mowed to a height of approx. 2” (0.05 m). Do- ing this will lengthen the life span of the tines and prevent unnecessary motor overload on 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 dis- connecting from the power cord while the mower is in use. The cord retainer hangs from the cord guide bar.
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OPERATION ADJUSTING THE DETHATCHER DEPTH (See Figure 6) C A U T I O N BEFORE YOU ADJUST THE DETHATCHER DEPTH, TURN OFF THE POWER, UNPLUG THE TOOL AND ENSURE THE MOTOR HAS STOPPED. • The dethatcher depth is adjusted by turning the hubcaps. You can choose from three different depth settings by pulling out and turning hubcaps.
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 WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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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 wing nuts. Take care during this process that the power cable does not become trapped.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Abnormal noise. Foreign objects on the 1. Switch off the dethatcher, remove the dethatcher cylinder are hitting power cord from the outlet and wait until the cylinder has stopped rotating. Clattering in the unit. Foreign objects blocking the 1.
(4) 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...
PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 60-3864-1 Housing 60-3864-2 Cover for motor 60-3864-3 Motor assy. 60-3864-4 Gear case assy. 60-3864-5 Tines assy. 60-3864-5-1 Base for tine 60-3864-5-2 Tine cartridge 60-3864-5-3 60-3864-5-4 Tine 60-3864-5-5 Bolt, nut and washer 60-3864-6 Bracket for tines assy. 60-3864-7 Tire for front wheel 60-3864-8...
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