milwaukee M18 FOPH-CA 18V Cultivator User Manual

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M18 FOPH-CA 18V Cultivato

The illustration shows the application head M18 FOPH-CA connected to the MILWAUKEE powerbase M18 FOPH-0. This application head may only be operated in connection with the powerbase shown here. Depending on the equipment package you have purchased various application heads. Other application heads and powerbases can be purchased separately.
For the following instructions of the powerbase in connection with this application head, refer to the separate instructions for the power base:

• connecting the application head with the powerbase
• switching on-off
• speed selection
• change battery

TECHNICAL DATA

Noise information
Noise emission values determined according to EN 62841

Vibration information
Total vibration values (vector sum in the three axes) determined according to EN 62841
Vibration emission value a h/ Uncertainty K

For technical data and approvals of application heads for use on various powerbases, refer to the operating instructions of the used application head.
WARNING!
The declared vibration total values and the declared noise emission values given in this instruction manual have been measured in accordance with a standardised test and may be used to compare one tool with another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment of exposure.
The declared vibration and noise emission values represent the main applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used for different applications, used with different accessories, or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise emission may differ. These conditions may significantly increase the exposure levels over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and noise should take into account the times when the tool is turned off or when it is running idle. These conditions may signifi cantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the effects of vibration and noise, such as maintaining the tool and the accessories, keeping the hands warm (in case of vibration), and organising work patterns.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

**** CULTIVATOR SAFETY WARNINGS

Do not use the machine in bad weather conditions, especially when there is a risk of lightning. This decreases the risk of being struck by lightning.
Thoroughly inspect the area for wildlife where the machine is to be used. Wildlife may be injured by the machine during operation.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be used and remove all stones, sticks, wires, bones, and other foreign objects. Thrown objects can cause personal injury.
Before using the machine, always visually inspect to see that the tines and the tines assembly are not damaged. Damaged parts increase the risk of injury.
Follow instructions for changing accessories. Improperly tightened tines securing nuts or bolts may either damage the tines or result in it becoming detached.
Wear eye, ear, head and hand protection. Adequate protective equipment will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact with the tines.
While operating the machine, always wear safety footwear. Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
This reduces the chance of injury to the feet from contact with a moving tines.
While operating the machine, always wear long trousers.
Exposed skin increases the likelihood of injury from thrown objects.
Keep bystanders away while operating the machine. Thrown debris can result in serious personal injury.
Always use two hands when operating the machine. Holding the machine with both hands will avoid loss of control.
Hold the machine by the insulated gripping surfaces only, because the tines may contact hidden wiring. Tines contacting a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the machine “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
Always keep proper footing and operate the machine only when standing on the ground. Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss of balance or control of the machine.
Do not operate the machine on excessively steep slopes. This reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.
When working on slopes, always be sure of your footing, always work across the face of slopes, never up or down and exercise extreme caution when changing direction. This reduces the risk of loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.
Keep all parts of the body away from the tines when the machine is operating. Before you start the machine, make sure the tines are not contacting anything. A moment of inattention while operating the machine may result in injury to yourself or others.
Do not operate the machine above waist height. This helps prevent unintended tines contact and enables better control of the machine in unexpected situations.
Maintain control of the machine and do not touch tines and other hazardous moving parts while they are still in motion.
This reduces the risk of injury from moving parts.
Carry the machine with the machine switched off and away from your body. Proper handling of the machine will reduce the likelihood of accidental contact with a moving tines.
Only use replacement tines specifi ed by the manufacturer.
Incorrect replacement parts may increase the risk of breakage and injury.
When clearing jammed material or servicing the machine, make sure the switch is off and the battery pack is removed.
Unexpected starting of the machine while clearing jammed material or servicing may result in serious personal injury.
TINE THRUST CAUSES AND RELATED WARNINGS
Tine thrust is a sudden sideways, forward or backward motion of the machine, which may occur when the tine jams or catches on an object such as a sapling or a tree stump. It can be violent enough to cause the machine and/or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly lose control of the machine.
Tine thrust and its related hazards can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below.
Maintain a fi rm grip with both hands on the machine and position your arms to resist tine thrust. Tine thrust can increase the risk of injury due to the machine moving unexpectedly. Tine thrust can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken.
If the tine binds, or when interrupting the work for any reason, switch the machine off and hold the machine motionless in the material until the tine comes to a complete stop. While the tine is binding, never attempt to remove the machine from the material or pull the machine backward while the tine is in motion, otherwise tine thrust may occur. Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of tine binding.
Do not use blunt or damaged tines. Blunt or damaged tines increase the risk of jamming or catching on an object, resulting in tine thrust.
Always maintain good visibility of the material being cut. Tine thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut.
Always maintain good visibility of the ground. Tine thrust is more likely to occur when it is diffi cult to see what you are working on.
TRAINING
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
Never allow children or people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
Never work while people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
PREPARATION
While working, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.
Do not operate the product when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which can be thrown up by the product.
Before use, always visually inspect the product to see that parts are not worn out or damaged. Replace worn out or damaged elements and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Wear safety glasses for all operations, i.e. preparation, operation, and maintenance.
OPERATION
Work only in daylight or in good artifi cial light.
Always make sure of your footing on slopes.
Walk, never run with the product.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not work on excessively steep slopes.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the product towards you.
Do not put your hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is running.
After striking a foreign object, stop the product, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and have damage repaired before restarting and operating the tiller.
If the product should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
Never operate the product without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
Do not overload the product capacity by attempting to till too deeply at too fast a rate.
Never allow bystanders near the product.
Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the product.
Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the product.
To prevent overturning, operate the product up and down the slope.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure that the product is in safe working condition.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Keep the product, attachments and accessories, including the battery pack, in a safe working condition. If appropriate, remove the battery pack to protect it from frost and properly charge it if necessary.
Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for important details if the product is to be stored for an extended period.
Do not attempt to repair the product.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Do not work with dangerous materials when using the product.
Wear a face filter in dusty conditions to reduce the risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
Do not operate the product near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes, or hoses.
CAUTION! The product may bounce upward and/or jump forward if the tines strike extremely hard packed soil, frozen ground, or buried obstacles, such as large stones, roots, and stumps. Before moving the product from one area to another, turn off the product and wait for the tines to come to a complete stop. Be careful not to let the tines touch the ground while moving the product.
The tines as well as the product itself may be damaged even if the product is turned off .
If the ground to be cultivated is hard or dry, it is better to water the ground, but do not soak it completely. Allow time for the water to penetrate the ground and for the excess to drain away before attempting to cultivate.
Never allow children, persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, or people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the product. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.
Always keep tines undamaged and clean. Properly maintained tines block less easily and are easier to control. It is not possible to resharpen and maintain the tines. Damaged tines can lead to out-of-round movements and increase the risk of accidents for the operator.
Use the shoulder strap to reduce user fatigue and help in maintaining control of the product during use.
Be careful when using the product around decorative plants and other obstacles. Accessories will cut/damage many materials.
Do not operate the product without the guard in place. The guard must be attached properly during use. Operating the product without the guard causes serious injury.
Thrown objects may ricochet off hard surfaces, such as walls, trees, and rocks and cause injury. When possible, do cutting by hand in closed in areas.
Beware of thrown objects. Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 15 m away from work area.
Do not operate the product in poor lighting. The operator requires a clear view of the work area to identify potential hazards.
Inspect the product before each use. Check for loose fasteners, etc.
Make sure that all guards and handles are properly and securely attached. Replace any damaged parts before use. Check for battery pack leaks.
Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
Tines are sharp. When handling the tine assembly, wear non-slip, heavy duty protective gloves. Never touch the tine nor service the product unless the battery pack is removed.
Do not wear multiple shoulder straps simultaneously. When wearing a shoulder strap, ensure that no other wearable interferes with the release and removal of the strap.
Do not use an attachment extension with this product attachment. The additional length will make this attachment difficult to control and could cause injury.
Do not use the product near anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapours or dust, do not use the product near toxic, carcinogenic, or other hazardous materials, such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides, or other health endangering materials.
Do not operate the product without the front handle in place. The front handle must be attached properly during use.
Brace for unexpected movement when contact is made with a hard object. Loss of control could result in serious injury.
Inspect the product before each use. Check for loose fasteners, etc.
Make sure that all guards and handles are properly and securely attached. Replace any damaged parts before use. Check for battery pack leaks.
Do not modify the product in any way.
Wear full eye and hearing protection while operating the product.
If working in an area where there is a risk of falling objects, wear appropriate head protection.
Secure long hair so that it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
Do not use the product when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot surfaces.
WARNING! If the product is dropped, suffers heavy impact, or begins to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the product and inspect for damage or identify the cause of the vibration. Any damage should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre.
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the product.

BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or by burning them. MILWAUKEE distributors offer to retrieve old batteries to protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short circuit risk).
Use only M18 System chargers for charging M18 System battery packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems.
Never break open battery packs and chargers, and store them only in dry rooms. Keep the battery packs and chargers dry at all times.
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid, wash it off immediately with soap and water. In case of eye contact, rinse thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek medical attention.
No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the charger (short circuit risk).

ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, personal injury, and product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse the product, battery pack, or charger in fluid or allow fluid to flow inside them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit.

SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE

The product is intended only for use outdoors by a standing operator.
The product is suitable for the following applications:

• breaking up soil
• loosening soil around plants
• working in soil improvers
• trenching or furrowing

Do not use the product for any other purpose.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk factors. The following hazards may arise during use and the operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:

• injury caused by vibration
  – Hold the product by designated handles and restrict working time and exposure.

• hearing injury caused by exposure to noise
  – Restrict exposure and wear appropriate hearing protection

• injuries due to flying debris
  – Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, heavy long trousers, gloves, substantial footwear, and safety glasses, at all times.

• health hazards caused by breathing toxic dusts
  – Wear a mask if necessary.

BATTERIES

Battery packs that have not been used for some time should be recharged before use.
Temperatures in excess of 50 °C reduce the performance of the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine (risk of overheating).
The contacts of the chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum lifetime, the battery packs have to be fully charged after use.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:

• Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27 °C and away from moisture.
• Store the battery packs in a 30% – 50% charged condition.
• Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.

BATTERY PACK PROTECTION

In extremely high torque, binding, stalling, and short circuit situations that cause high current draw, the product vibrates for about 5 seconds, the fuel gauge flashes, and then the product turns off . To reset, release the trigger.
Under extreme circumstances, the internal temperature of the battery pack could raise too much. If this happens, the fuel gauge flashes until the battery pack cools down. After the lights go off, continue working.

TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES

Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods Legislation requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with local, national, and international provisions and regulations.
Batteries can be transported by road without further requirements.
Commercial transport of lithium-ion batteries by third parties is subject to Dangerous Goods Regulations. Transport preparation and transport are exclusively to be carried out by appropriately trained persons and the process has to be accompanied by corresponding experts.
When transporting batteries:

• Ensure that the battery contact terminals are protected and insulated to prevent short circuit.
• Ensure that the battery pack is secured against movement within the packaging.
• Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leaking.
• Check with the forwarding company for further advice.

OPERATION

In the event of blockages, turn off the product and remove the battery pack before clearing any debris. For major blockages, remove the cotter pin and blades to easily access the blockage. Reinstall the blades when the blockage is clear by following the instructions in the graphics section of this manual.

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

Always turn of the product when transporting it from one location to another. Do not carry the product with the finger on the trigger. Accidental starting can cause serious personal injury.
Remove the battery pack and allow it to cool down before storing or transporting.
Carry the product by the front handle to avoid accidental starting.
Proper handling of the product prevents injury.
For transportation in vehicles, secure the product against movement or falling to prevent injury to persons or damage to the product.
Remove all foreign materials from the product. Store the product in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep the product away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de- icing salts. Do not store the product outdoors.
Do not immerse the product in water or spray with a hose. Do not clean it with a pressure washer. Water entering a power tool increases the risk of electric shock. Store the product indoors.
Do not store the product on or near to fertilizers or chemicals.

MAINTENANCE

The ventilation slots of the product must be kept clear at all times.
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service, return the product to your nearest authorised service centre for repair.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Turn off the product and remove the battery pack before conducting any maintenance or cleaning work.
You may make adjustments and repairs described in this manual.
For other repairs, contact an authorised service centre.
After each use, clean the product with a soft, dry cloth. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service centre.
Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that the product is in safe working condition.
Use only MILWAUKEE accessories and MILWAUKEE spare parts.
Should components that have not been described need to be replaced, contact one of our MILWAUKEE service centres (see our list of guarantee or service addresses).
If needed, an exploded view of the product can be ordered. State the product type and the serial number on the label, and order the drawing at your local service centres.

SYMBOLS

| Read the instructions carefully before starting the product.
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| CAUTION! WARNING! DANGER!
| Remove the battery pack before starting any work on the product.
| Wear gloves.
| Wear ear protectors.
| Always wear goggles when using the product.
| Wear safety shoes.
| Wear long trousers.
| Use both hands while operating the product.
| Ensure that nobody is at risk of materials being catapulted out or falling.
| Beware of the blade thrust.
| Keep hands and feet away from the blade.
| Keep away from rotating tines. Body contact with rotating tines causes injury.
| Keep distance
| Never expose the product to rain.
| Keep bystanders at least 15 m away during use.
| WARNING! Disconnect the battery pack before maintenance.
| Guaranteed sound power level
n0| No-load speed
V| Voltage
****| Direct current
| Do not dispose of waste batteries, waste electrical and electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment must be collected separately. Waste batteries, waste accumulators and light sources have to be removed from equipment. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling advice and collection point. According to local regulations retailers may have an obligation to take back waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment free of charge. Your contribution to re-use and recycling of waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment helps to reduce the demand of raw materials. Waste batteries, in particular containing lithium and waste electrical and electronic equipment contain valuable, recyclable materials, which can adversely impact the environment and the human
health, if not disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner. Delete personnel data from waste equipment, if any.

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