Sears C459.627020 Manuel D’Utilisation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in

the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
cultivator. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts. 

• Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how

to stop the machine and disengage tines quickly. 

• Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine.

Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the
operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should
be trained and supervised by a parent. 

• Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper

instruction. 

• Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 50 feet from

the machine while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area. 

PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used.

Remove all stones, sticks, wire, and other foreign objects which
could be tripped over and cause personal injury. 

• Extension Cord—Make sure your extension cord set is in good

condition, is heavy enough to carry the current your cultivator will
draw. 

If in doubt, use the next heavier gage cord. The smaller the gage
number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. To
reduce the likelihood of disconnection of the extension cord set
from the cultivator, be sure to use the cord restraint provided. 

• If extension cord is damaged in any manner while plugged in,

disconnect extension cord from house receptacle. 

• Inspect cultivator cord periodically, and if damaged, have it

repaired by an authorized service facility. Inspect extension cord
periodically and replace if damaged. 

• Dress properly. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-

fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be
caught in movable parts. Never operate this machine in bare feet
or sandals. Use of rubber gloves is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. 

• Wear safety glasses or goggles when operating this unit. Wear a face or

dust mask if the operation is dusty. Such protective equip-ment is
available from your authorized service dealer or retailer. 

• Use the right tool. Do not use cultivator for any job except that

for which it is intended. 

When using the unit, you must follow the

safety rules. Please read these instructions before
operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the
operator and any bystanders. Please keep these
instructions for later use.

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:

To reduce risk of electric shock use only

UL Listed extension cord suitable for outdoor use, such
as Type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A,
SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A.

Do not change the plug on the cultivator

in any way.

MINIMUM WIRE SIZE FOR EXTENSION CORDS

FOR 120 VOLT APPLIANCES USING 6-10 AMPS

Cord Length (ft.)

25

50

100

150

Wire Size (AWG)

18

16

14

12

Safety Rules  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Know Your Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Assembly Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Starting/Stopping Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Operating Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Maintenance and Repair Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting Chart  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Parts List  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Service Numbers  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the

operation or maintenance of the equipment.

Indicates 

danger, warning, or caution. Attention is required in
order to avoid serious personal injury. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. 

Failure to obey a safety warning will result

in serious injury to yourself or to others. Always follow
the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury.

Failure to obey a safety warning can

result in injury to yourself and others. Always follow the
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and personal injury. 

Failure to obey a safety warning may result

in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to
others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident
prevention measures.

NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the

operation or maintenance of the equipment.