Device
The product is manufactured in China. Durable metal and environmentally friendly plastic are used in the manufacture.
An electric cultivator consists of the following parts:
- Frame. The part is manufactured from hardened stainless steel by argon arc welding. The frame is resistant to corrosion and mechanical stress. Designed for fixing devices and mechanisms of the unit.
- Power point. It is a powerful and compact brushed electric motor operating from an industrial network with a voltage of 220-240 V and a frequency of 50 Hz. The motor is attached to the frame with rubber shock absorbers, which completely dampen noise and vibration.
- Worm gear. Designed to transfer torque from the engine to the drive shaft. The part is located inside the crankcase in an oil bath.
- Support pneumatic wheels. Provide ease of transportation and use of removable equipment. Thanks to the wide tires, the cultivator does not get stuck in soft soil.
- Drive shaft. Designed for attaching replacement equipment, which is supplied in the kit or purchased separately.
- Protective cover. Durable plastic pads are installed on the sides and back of the rotating device. Thanks to this, the worker is protected from injury by stones and earth clods flying out from under the knives.
- Folding handle. Adjustment of handles in width and height is provided. The product is equipped with rubber pads, a start button and a safety device against accidental activation.
The cultivator has a folding design. Before transportation or storage, the handle and wheels are detached from the body.
Electric Model Greenworks GTL9526
This budget model has an interesting design and a good build.
The main characteristics are as follows:
- motor power - 950 W;
- engine type - electric;
- cutter - 4 pcs.;
- weight - 17.9 kg;
- number of revolutions / min - 320;
- number of cutters - 4;
- number of gears - 1 forward;
- loosening width - 25 cm;
- loosening depth - 15 cm;
- noise level - 3 dB;
- wheel diameter - 16 cm.
The device does not need refueling, it is used for loosening the soil. This model has gained popularity due to the fact that it is very maneuverable and compact. It will help to process the soil between the beds with great precision, without damaging a single plant. Any area with a slope or angle will not affect the operation of the cultivator. The handle of this device is covered with a rubberized material for a comfortable grip.
He cuts plant roots very well, turns stones inside out. It shows excellent multifunctional characteristics with the help of strong milling cutters, which go into the soil to a depth of 19.5 cm and have a width of 20-25 cm (adjustable). The power button provides the greatest security. The device has an extended wire and operates on a 220 V.
Operation and repair manual
After purchasing, unpacking and checking the appearance for damage, the electric cultivator must be run-in. This is necessary in order for the moving parts to rub in. Run-in should be started with starting and running the engine without load for 30-40 minutes. At this time, it is necessary to observe the machine in order to timely identify signs of damage and stop the engine.
Then you need to give the cultivator a load at the rate of no more than half of the nominal. In this mode, you need to work for 8-10 hours. Better to use light options like a roller or cutter. After running-in, the product can be used at full capacity.
When operating an electric cultivator, you must adhere to the following rules:
Before starting work, carry out a control inspection of the device, paying particular attention to the integrity of the supply cable. It is necessary to check the tightness of bolted connections and electrical terminals.
It is recommended that large stones and metal objects be removed from the area to be treated to prevent damage to the blades, oil sump bottom and attachments.
After the completion of excavation work, it is necessary to remove attachments and clean the product from dirt, leaves and branches.
When loosening the soil and sweeping the area, you must use goggles and a respirator to protection of the organs of vision and respiration from dust.
Do not operate the device during rain or snowfall, as there is a possibility of water ingress on the electrical contacts.
Features of technology
Cultivators make it easier to maintain the land. This model conveniently and easily loosens the soil, gets rid of weeds, and creates even beds. She is able to cultivate many acres of land. The Greenworks cultivator is classified as light, its weight is up to 30 kg, which initially makes your work easier.
Without exception, all cultivators are equipped with cutters. If there are several of them, then the soil will not only be loosened and hilled, but also enriched with oxygen. It is necessary to distribute fertilizers on the soil surface in advance, then they will be evenly mixed with the ground. The mechanisms have a small width of work, which makes it possible to make neat and even rows.
There is no need for special preparation of the device for working with soil. After using the unit in work, installing it on the handle, the cutters are easily cleaned. When using a Greenworks cultivator for personal purposes, its performance will last for 10 years, or even more. The foldable handle makes the cultivator a little smaller, so it takes up a minimum of space during storage. This unit is very convenient to carry and fits easily in the trunk of a car.
The cultivator is silent at work. The owner of this device will not use physical force to cope with vibrations, which is almost nonexistent. These devices are equipped with wheels, due to which it becomes easier to work and the maneuverability of the equipment increases.
Attachments
The tool can work in conjunction with various options.
The product is used with the following attachments:
- Cutters. The equipment is supplied with 4 knives made of hardened alloy steel. The device is intended for loosening the soil in the beds, flower beds, vegetable gardens, over the root system of trees and bushes. Sharp knives chop up the weeds, turning them into natural fertilizer.
- Aerator. It is a cylinder with tubes. It is used to pierce the compacted upper layer of the earth in order to improve the oxygen exchange of the roots.
- Cutter. Manufactured in the form of a sharp-edged disc. Serves for leveling the edges of the lawn in places of its exit to the paths, as well as for making longitudinal and transverse cuts on the top layer of soil before removing it.
- Roller. Analogue of a painting product. It is used for polishing paths from paving slabs, paving stones and painted concrete.
- Brush. A rotating product used for sweeping paths, paths and lawns, cleaning debris from the seams between tiles.
- Rake. They are a pipe with many hooks. Designed to remove moss and caked leaves from lawns.
Using adapters and a belt drive, with the help of a cultivator, it is possible to transfer torque to stationary devices - water pumps, generators, crushers.
Features of cordless cultivators
The peculiarities are that they do not work from an outlet, but rather from a battery. It works for 50-60 minutes, which increases the area to be cultivated. The battery in this device may be removable or non-removable. Due to it, the cultivator will allow you to move safely everywhere on the site, without getting tangled in the wire. This is what makes cordless cultivators special.
The battery has openings to prevent overheating.The unit is considered environmentally friendly, lightweight and quiet. The transmission is very reliable. Bad rainy and wet weather will not affect the performance of this model in any way. The cultivator has a working unit - a reducer. It can be of two types, worm or chain. The first has a low price, light weight.
The starting procedure for this mechanism is very simple. For complete safety against accidental start-up, you must take the following actions. If the car has a key lock, the mechanism will not start without it. When starting, it is necessary not only to push the start button, but also to press the safety lever.
There should be no problem with the battery. The most important thing is to keep the battery charged. It takes about 8 hours to charge. To charge this cultivator, a proprietary charger from Greenworks is used, which is considered the best in the world in the production of battery models.
Subtleties of choice
In order to choose the right cultivator for your personal plot, you need to know some important points.
- Power. The more powerful the unit, the faster and deeper the soil processing will be. The technique has a greater grip of the processed strip, which reduces the working time.
- The quality of the cutters. These are essentially “shovels” that recycle the earth. Therefore, the knives must be made of high quality steel. Then they will serve for a long time, and the quality of the work performed will be optimal.
- The weight. The weight of the cultivator depends on the power. The heavier the unit, the higher the power.
How to install cordless cultivator cutters Greenworks G40TL, see the video below.