Neuton Corded Tiller Quick start guide

Corded Tiller
Safety & Operating Instructions
NEUTON Power Equipment
75 Meigs Road
Vergennes, VT 05491
Toll-Free phone: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661)
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.neutonpower.com
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Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating this Tiller.

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WARNING Label located rear of Tines Hood, 286581 WARNING Label located rear of Tines Hood,
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Important Safety Considerations ..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2: Unpacking and Assembling your NEUTON Corded Tiller..........................................................................................................................4
Chapter 3: Operating Your NEUTON Corded Tiller ..............................................................................................................................................................5
Chapter 4: Maintaining Your NEUTON Corded Tiller ..........................................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your NEUTON Corded Tiller ................................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 6: Parts List, Schematic Diagram, and Warranty.................................................................................................................................................7
Conventions used in this Manual
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
This information is important in the proper use of your Tiller. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to your Tiller or property.
TIP: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your NEUTON Corded Tiller.
NOTE: This information may be helpful to you in using your Tiller.
Neuton Power Equipment reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the
purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual
may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your equipment.
NEUTON Corded Tiller Product Specifications
Motor
Input 120VAC
Controls
ON/OFF One (1) Lever Switch w/Lock-Off Button
Tiller Housing
Material Injected Polypropylene
Tiller
Tilling Width 11 inches
Tilling Depth 8.5 inches
Tine Speed 320 RPM
Weight 23.7 lbs.
Chapter 1: Important Safety Considerations
We want you to enjoy years of safe and productive use from your NEUTON Corded Tiller. We do not want you injured, so please take a
few moments to read the following instructions for safely operating your new Tiller.
Take a moment to study the following labels and make a note of their location before you operate the Tiller. Replace damaged or
missing safety and information labels immediately.

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Protecting Yourself and Those around You
This tilling machine, can cut, and sever parts of your body if they become in contact with the moving Tines. Always take the following
precautions when operating the NEUTON Corded Tiller:
• Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body near the Tines when operating the NEUTON Corded Tiller.
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the Tiller and the activity of
tilling. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Never allow bystanders, or pets in your work area when operating the Tiller. Stop the Tiller if anyone enters the area.
• Before and while pulling the Tiller backwards, look behind and down for small children and for secure footing.
• Only allow responsible individuals who have a thorough understanding of these instructions to operate the Tiller. Never allow children to
operate the Tiller.
• If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, please do not do it.
Dressing Appropriately
• Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard when using your
NEUTON Corded Tiller to protect your eyes from possible thrown debris.
• We recommend the use of ear protectors or earplugs rated for at least 20 DBA to protect your hearing.
• Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using the Tiller. If you have safety shoes, wear them. Do not use the Tiller while barefoot or wearing
sandals with exposed toes or heels.
• We recommend wearing long pants and rubber gloves while using this tool.
• Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on the machine’s moving parts.
Preparing to Use Your Tiller
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the Tiller and in the manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the control and the proper use of
the Tiller before starting.
• Thoroughly inspect the area where you will be using the Tiller, and remove all wire, sticks, and any other foreign objects which could become
entangled in or thrown by the Tiller Tines. Be particularly careful to avoid any wire bent outwardly into the path of the tool, such as barbs at
the base of a chain link fence.
Operating Your Tiller Safely
• Do not use your NEUTON Corded Tiller for any job other than the intended use.
• Avoid unintentional starting - do not transport the NEUTON Corded Tiller with your fingers on the ON/OFF Switch Lever.
• Remove the power cord when inspecting, cleaning, or clearing any jammed material from the Tiller Tines.
• Do not use this machine around underground pipes and wiring, large roots and surface rocks that you cannot remove.
• Do not operate the Tiller in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
• Never over reach and keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Do not force the Tiller - it will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury when tilling at its own rate.
• Never operate the Tiller in the rain.
• Operate only in daylight or in an area well lit by artificial light.
• Do not operate the tool when you are tired or under the influence of medication, drugs, or alcohol.
• If the Tiller vibrates abnormally, stop the motor, remove the power cord, and inspect the tool for any damage. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation. Repair the
damage before restarting and operating the Tiller. NOTE: Excessive vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
• Do not operate the Tiller if it does not start normally or stop normally with the ON/OFF Switch Lever.
• Never use the Tiller with a damaged or missing Hood.
• If you strike or entangle with an object, stop the Tiller immediately. Check for damage and have any damage repaired before further
operation is attempted.
No list of Warnings and Cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense
and operate the NEUTON Corded Tiller in a safe manner. Visit our website at www.neutonpower.com or call Toll Free:
1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.

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Chapter 2: Unpacking and Assembling your NEUTON Corded Tiller
Carton Contents:
- NEUTON Corded Tiller w/Upper Handlebar and ON/OFF Switch Lever
- Lower Carrying Handle
- Cable Relief
- (4) M6 x 45 Bolts and Wing Nuts
- (2) Cable Clips
- Safety and Operating Instructions
Unpacking:
1. Carefully remove the Tiller, Lower Carrying Handle, Bolts & Nuts, Cable Relief & Clips, and the Safety and Operating Instructions from the
Shipping Carton. Make sure that all items listed in the Carton Contents are included.
2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or missing parts, call
Toll Free: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.
NOTE: Do not discard the Shipping Carton and packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new NEUTON Corded Tiller.
Assembly:
Do not attach a power cord until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental
starting and possible serious injury.
1. Push in the GREEN Wheels Release Button (Figure 1), pull out the
spring loaded Wheels Lock Pin (Figure 1), lower the Wheels and
release the Pin to lock the Wheels in the down position.
2. Place the round hole in the Cable Relief on one end of the Lower
Carrying Handle and position the Cable Relief as shown (Figure 1).
3. Align the mounting holes in the Lower Carrying Handle with the
holes in the Lower Bar section (Figure 1) and attach with an M6 x
45 Bolt and Wing Nut both sides. Insert the Bolts through the
aligned holes from the outside. Do not over tighten the Wing
Nuts.
4. Position the Upper Handlebar as shown (Figure 1). Align the
mounting holes in the Upper Handlebar with the holes in the
Lower Carrying Handle (Figure 1) and attach with an M6 x 45 Bolt
and Wing Nut both sides. Do not over tighten the Wing Nuts.
5. Snap the (2) Cable Clips on to the Lower Carrying Handle and the
Lower Bar to hold the Power Control Cable in place (Figure 1).
Figure 1
Wheels Lock Pin
M6 x 45 Bolt
and Wing Nut
(2 places)
Lower
Carrying
Handle
Cable Relief
Lower Ba
r
M6 x 45 Bolt
and Wing Nut
(2 places)
Cable
Clips
Upper Handleba
r
Wheels Release Button
(rear of unit)

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Chapter 3: Operating Your NEUTON Corded Tiller
Starting and Stopping the Tiller
• Starting, stopping, and restarting an electric Motor repeatedly within a few seconds can generate a great deal of heat and damage the
Motor. To protect the life of your NEUTON Corded Tiller, always wait at least five (5) seconds after stopping before restarting the Tiller.
• Before you start the Motor, be certain that the Tines are not in contact with any object.
1. Perform the Daily Checks listed on the back cover of this manual.
2. Connect the Tiller to a working 120V outlet using a heavy-duty outdoor
extension power cord.
3. Push the Lock-Off Button IN (Figure 2) with your left thumb and squeeze
and hold the ON/OFF Switch Lever (Figure 2) up against the Handlebar
with your right fingers. Once the Motor starts you can remove your
thumb from the Lock-Off Button. If the Tiller does not start, make sure
you plugged the power cord into a live 120V outlet (simply use a lamp to
check the power outlet and cord) and firmly plugged the power cord into
the Tiller power receptacle.
4. To stop the Tiller, simply release the ON/OFF Switch Lever.
Using the Tiller
1. Make sure the Wheels Lock Pin (Figure 1 on page 4) is securely in place
with the Wheels locked down before transporting the Tiller to the sight
that you plan to till.
2. Plug in the Tiller and hang the cord on the Cable Relief (Figure 3).
3. Pull out the Wheels Lock Pin and raise the Wheels until the spring loaded
Wheels Release Button (Figure 1 on page 4) retains them in place.
4. Push down on the Handlebar until the Tines are off the ground. Start the
Tiller and slowly raise the Handlebar until the Tines start to till the soil.
TIPS:
• Use the NEUTON Corded Tiller without placing excessive body weight on
the tool. The unit operates most efficiently with the weight of the Tiller
itself.
• Walk slowly behind the Tiller slightly holding back on the Handlebar
allowing the tool to till at the desired depth.
• Use common sense when using the Tiller. Learn to recognize the change
in sounds when you overload the Tiller. Turn off the Motor immediately
if the Tiller becomes jammed to prevent damage to the drive system.
Figure 2
Lock-Off Button
ON/OFF
Switch
Lever
Figure 3
Cable Relief

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Chapter 4: Maintaining Your NEUTON Corded Tiller
This chapter covers maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of your NEUTON Corded Tiller.
When performing any maintenance, you must first shut off the Motor; wait five (5) minutes to allow parts to cool and disconnect the power
cord.
Lubrication
The Tines Drive Transmission Case has grease installed at the
factory. We recommend that once a year to have the
Transmission opened by a qualified service professional and the
grease level checked. Add a molylithium type grease only if the
level of the grease is below the top of the gears. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
Tine Set Assembly Remove and Replace
TIP: For ease of disassembly and assembly, lower the Wheels and
tilt the Tiller back on the Handlebar so that the Tines are off
the ground.
Tools Required:
• 13mm Wrench or Socket w/extension (Lock Nut)
• 14mm Wrench or Socket w/extension (Bolt Head)
1. Remove the Bolt and Lock Nut from the Tine Set that you
want to replace and slide the Tine Set from the Drive Shaft
(Figure 4).
2. Slide the new Tine Set onto the Drive Shaft; align the
mounting holes in the Tine Set and the Drive Shaft. Insert the
Bolt, attach the Lock Nut, and tighten.
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Your NEUTON Corded Tiller
Troubleshooting Tips
Most difficulties are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience
problems or need repairs beyond these minor adjustments, visit our website at www.neutonpower.com or call Neuton Power Equipment Toll
Free at: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.
Always unplug the power cord before performing any adjustments, maintenance, or repairs to your Tiller.
Troubleshooting Table
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
The Tiller Motor fails
to start.
⇒ Check that you installed the power cord properly into the Tiller power cord receptacle and you plugged
the power cord into a live 120V outlet.
⇒ Make sure that you fully push in the Lock-Off Button before squeezing the ON/OFF Switch Lever.
The Motor runs well
but labors when
tilling.
⇒ The operator is being too aggressive; raise the Tines by pushing down on the Handlebar.
Excessive bounce
and difficult
handling.
⇒ The area you are tilling may be too dry and hard. Moisten the ground or wait for conditions that are more
favorable.
⇒ If your NEUTON Corded Tiller still bounces, visit our website at www.neutonpower.com or call Neuton
Power Equipment Toll Free at: 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance.
The tilled soil balls
up or clumps.
⇒ The ground that you are trying to till is too moist.
Tine Set Assembl
y
Bolt & Nu
t
Figure 4

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Chapter 6: Parts List, Schematic Diagram, and Warranty
Parts List & Schematic Diagram for NEUTON Corded Tiller
NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Neuton Power Equipment
Ref# Part# Description
1 289711 Upper Handlebar
2 289721 ON/OFF Switch Assembly w/Lever
3 289731 Cable Relief
4 289741 M6 x 45 Bolt
5 289751 M6 Wing Nut
6 289761 Lower Carrying Handle
7 289771 Cable Clip
8 289781 Wheels Assembly
9 289801 Tine Set Assembly, Left Hand
10 289791 Tine Set Assembly, Right Hand
2-Year Limited Warranty
Terms and Conditions
The NEUTON®Corded Tiller has a warranty for two (2) years against defects in materials or workmanship when put to personal residential household use.
For the purposes of the warranty, “personal residential household use” refers to non-commercial residential use and further excludes misuse, accidents,
or damage due to inadequate maintenance.
Neuton Power Equipment certifies that the NEUTON®Corded Tiller is fit for ordinary purposes for which a product of this type is used. Neuton Power
Equipment however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years in personal residential household
use.
The 2-Year Limited Warranty on the NEUTON®Corded Tiller starts on the date the tool shipped from our factory. The 2-Year Limited Warranty is
applicable only to the original owner.
The owner is responsible for the performance of all the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer's owner manual.
The owner is responsible for the replacement of normally wearing parts such as the Tine Assemblies.
During the warranty period, the owner is responsible for all shipping and transportation charges, if required.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Neuton Power Equipment shall not be liable under any circumstances for any incidental or consequential damages or expenses of any kind, including,
but not limited to, cost of equipment rentals, or cost of hiring services to perform tasks normally performed by the NEUTON®Corded Tiller. THIS
WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
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Daily Checklist, Cleaning and Storing for your NEUTON Corded Tiller
To help maintain your NEUTON Tiller for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your Tiller.
Do not plug in a power cord until you have completed all of the daily checks.
[ ] INSPECT: Before plugging in a power cord, inspect for any visible damage to the Tine Sets, Handlebar, Switch Assembly, or Motor
Housing.
Inspect and remove any debris from the Tiller.
[ ] NOISES: If you notice anything unusual, such as a vibration or odd sound, shut the Tiller OFF immediately. Remove the power cord and
check the Tiller for any damage.
If you cannot find the cause of the problem or are uncertain what to do, then have the Tiller inspected by a qualified repair shop
before using it or visit our website at www.neutonpower.com.
• Remove the power cord and allow the Tiller to cool for at least five (5) minutes before servicing or storing.
• If you drop the Tiller, carefully inspect it for damage. If the Tines Hood is broken, Housing cracked, or Handlebar broken or if you see any
other condition that may affect the Tiller's operation, visit our website at www.neutonpower.com or call Neuton Power Equipment Toll
Free 1-866-NEUTON1 (638-8661) for assistance before putting it back into use.
Cleaning the Tiller
Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the Tiller. Never let any liquid get inside the Tiller Housing and NEVER immerse any part of the
Tiller Housing into a liquid.
Storing
[ ] Do not store the Tiller near chemicals, such as fertilizers, organic or other solvents. Do not expose brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based
products, penetrating oils, etc., to the plastic parts of the Tiller. These products are often highly corrosive and may cause permanent
damage, weaken, or destroy the plastic to your Tiller.
[ ] When not in use, your NEUTON Corded Tiller should be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.
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