Mantis ElectricTiller - Manual (Page 4)

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Electric Tiller
C. Safety Decal Information
An important part of the safety system incorporated in this tiller are the warning and information decals found
on various parts of the tiller. These decals must be replaced in time due to abrasion, etc. It is your
responsibility to replace these decals when they become hard to read. The location and part numbers (P/N) of
these decals are illustrated on Page 16 and 17.
P/N 420600
CORRECT ASSEMBLY.
CUTTING HAZARD; KEEP
FEET AND HANDS AWAY
FROM ROTATING TINES.
WEAR EAR AND EYE
PROTECTION.
READ OWNER’S MANUAL
BEFORE USING TILLER, OR
PERFORMING ANY REPAIR OR
MAINTENANCE. KEEP
OWNERS MANUAL IN A
SAFE PLACE.
DO NOT CARRY THE TILLER
IN THIS POSITION.
DO NOT USE IF
ELECTRICAL CORDS ARE
DAMAGED OR BROKEN
DO NOT USE IF IN RAIN
OR WET CONDITIONS
INCORRECT ASSEMBLY.
P/N 420601
D. Important Extension Cord Information
1. Make sure the extension cords are in good condition before use.
2. Based on the total length of cord that you are going to use, check the chart to make sure the cord meets
the correct minimum cord gauge (AWG) requirements.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Using an undersized cord, a larger number cord gauge (AWG) than recommended in the chart, will
cause a loss in power and overheating of the tiller.
Using a smaller number cord gauge (AWG), than recommended in the chart, is acceptable.
Extension Cord Chart (minimum cord gauge (AWG))
Length (feet) 1 to 25 26 to 50 51 to 100 101 to 150
Cord gauge (AWG) 18 16 14 12