. . the lightweight wonder that’s “Changing the Way Americans Garden®.” Unlike big tillers, your MANTIS Electric Tiller weighs only 21 pounds. So it lifts easily, handles smoothly, tills and weeds precisely. And, unlike other small tillers, it features serpentine tines that churn soil to ten inches deep. It creates a soft, smooth seed bed, even in problem soil. Once you know how to use your tiller correctly, we guarantee you’ll love it. So first, please read this manual. It shows, step by step, how to use your tiller safely. Plus, it shows how the MANTIS Border Edger can make light work of your edging needs. If you have questions about any topic in this Manual, or if you wish to order MANTIS Attachments contact your local authorized MANTIS dealer. Table of Contents Safety Rules and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .2-4 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8 Before You Begin Tilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 Tilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .10-11 Tilling/ Cultivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12 Using the Border Edger Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .13 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .14 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .15 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Parts Explosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .16 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 The Mantis Promise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Electric Tiller Safety Rules and Warnings You will notice throughout this owners’ manual, Safety Rules and Important Notes. Make sure you understand and obey these warnings for your own protection. A. Special Safety Information WARNING DANGER ATTENTION:THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT OUR IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL HEED ITS WARNING! STAY ALERT! WARNING DANGER TO REDUCE THE POTENTIAL FOR ACCIDENTS, COMPLY WITH THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, AND/ OR EQUIPMENT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. B. Safety and Warnings WARNING DANGER IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS TILLER OR FAILURE TOWEAR PROPER PROTECTION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. WEAR HEARING AND EYE PROTECTION. WARNING DANGER IF THE TILLER IS USED IMPROPERLY OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED,THE USERS RISK SERIOUS INJURY TO THEMSELVES AND OTHERS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS TILLER. 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 420601 P/N 420600 CUTTING HAZARD; KEEP FEET AND HANDS AWAY FROM ROTATING TINES. DO NOT USE IF ELECTRICAL CORDS ARE DAMAGED OR BROKEN READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE USING TILLER, OR PERFORMING ANY REPAIR OR DO NOT USE IF IN RAIN OR WET CONDITIONS WEAR EAR AND EYE PROTECTION. MAINTENANCE. KEEP OWNERS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE. CORRECT ASSEMBLY. INCORRECT ASSEMBLY. DO NOT CARRY THE TILLER IN THIS POSITION. 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)) ...