ThePondguy 580170 User manual

Pond & Beach Rake
Instruction Manual
(Item # 580170)
1 Year Warranty
Product Contents .............................2
Important Information........................2
Assembly Instructions.......................3 - 7
Beach Grooming ...........................4
Weed, Algae and Debris Removal ..........5 - 6
Cast and Retrieve Removal ................6 - 7
Warranty Information.........................8
Table of Contents:

Product Contents
POND & BEACH RAKE:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
The Pond & Beach Rake is not to be used as a lifesaving device. Competent adult
supervision is required at all times.
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Pond & Beach Rake
A1 - Slotted Aluminum Handle G2 - Handle Connector
B1 - AluminumHandleExtension H1 - Handle With Rope
C1 - RakeHead I1 - Handle Without Rope
D1 - FoamFloat J4 - 3/4”Bolts with Lock Nuts
E4 - FloatStraps K1 - 1.5”Bolts with Lock Nuts
F2 - Rake Head Braces
A
B
C
D
G
H
J
K
E
I
F

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Assembly Instructions
THE RAKE HEAD:
Step 1
Attach the Rake Head
Identify handle with slotted end (A). Insert rake head (C)
into slotted end of handle. Align holes and insert one 1.5”
bolt (K), do not overtighten nut. Note: This product is
engineered to have a tight t. Completely tightening nuts
before all bolts are inserted may result in improper tting.
Step 3
Attach Braces to Handle
Align holes of wrap-around end of braces (F) with handle
(A). Ensure one brace is on top of the handle while the
second is underneath. Insert two 3/4”bolt (J). Do not
completely tighten nuts.
Step 4
Tighten the Lock Nuts
Once all bolts are inserted, tighten lock nuts, being careful
not to overtighten.
Step 2
Attach Braces to Rake Head
Align holes of at end of braces (F) with holes in rake head
(C). Insert one 3/4” bolt (J) for each rake head brace (F). Do
not completely tighten nuts.
Tools Required:
• One 7/16” Wrench
• One #2 Phillips Screwdriver

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Step 1
Attach The Handle Without Rope
Insert handle connector (G) into the handle without rope
(I) by depressing snap button. Insert other end of handle
connector (G) into slotted aluminum handle attached to the
rake head (L) to secure.
BEACH GROOMING
Preparing the Rake For Grooming:
This option is best used for grooming beach sand.
Parts Needed
G1 - Handle Connec tor
I1 - HandleW ithoutRope
L1 - Assembled Rake Head GIL

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Step 1
Insert the Handle Connector
Depress snap buttons on one end of handle connector (G)
and insert into aluminum handle extension (B).
WEED, ALGAE AND DEBRIS REMOVAL
The extended rake option is designed for skimming or removing
aquatic weeds, algae or debris from in and around the shoreline.
Preparing the Rake ForWeed and Debris Removal:
Parts Needed
B1 - AluminumHandle Extension
G2 - Handle Connec tor
I1 - HandleWithoutRope
L1 - Assembled Rake Head I G
B
L

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CAST & RETRIEVE REMOVAL
Cast and retrieve option is great for removing oating algae and
debris from further into the pond. This option is also perfect for an
even more extended reach for aquatic weeds, algae or debris.
PrepareThe Rake For Extended Use Cont.:
Step 3
Attach the Handle Without Rope
Insert handle connector (G) into the handle without
rope (I) by depressing snap button. Insert other end of
handle connector (G) into Aluminum Handle Extension
(B) to secure.
Step 2
Connect the Extension
Gripping powder-coated blue surface of the slotted
aluminum handle attached to the rake head (L), depress
snap buttons on other end of handle connector (G) and
insert into gripped handle (A), snapping into position.

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Step 2
Attach the Float Depending on Use
If the cast and retrieve method is going to be used for
skimming then the oat must be attached. To do so, align
oat (D) on front of assembled rake head (L), as shown.
Secure with oat straps (E).
Step 1
Attach the Handle With Rope
Insert handle connector (G) into the handle with rope (H)
by depressing snap button. Insert other end of handle
connector (G) into slotted aluminum handle attached to
rake head (L) to secure.
Preparing the Rake For Cast and Retrieve Use:
Parts Needed
D1 - FoamFloat
E4 - FloatStraps
G1 - Handle Connec tor
H1 - Handle With Rope
L1 - Assembled Rake Head
GH
D
E
L

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REPLACEMENTPARTS :
REPLACEMENT PART ITEM #
AHandle Connector 580180
BHardware Bag w/ Braces 580183
CReplacement Handle with Rope 580173
DReplacement Handle without Rope 580174
EReplacement Float w/ Straps 580182
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PRODUCT WARRANTY:
The Pond Guy® will repair or replace any The Pond Guy® Pond & Beach Rake found to be
defective within 1 year of the original purchase date. This limited warranty is extended
exclusively to the original purchaser beginning from the date of original receipt. Abuse or
misuse of this product voids all warranty. Please call for a RMA number prior to returning
product by calling our Customer Care Department at 866-766-3435. Failure to request an RMA
number may result in delay or dismissal of your warranty claim.
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A
C D
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