Roothog SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG Operating And Assembly Instructions Manual

Brand: Roothog

Model: SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG

Type: Operating And Assembly Instructions Manual

12-15-2014

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DO NOT OPERATE or ASSEMBLE PRIOR TO READING THIS

SAFETY MANUAL,

GENERAL WARNINGS, OPERATING AND

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Topic Page

Chapter 1 - General Tips - All Models 1

Chapter 2 - Sodhog/Super-Tooth Sodhog Assembly 2

Chapter 3 - Safety Shield Assembly 5

Chapter 4 - Replacement Parts List 6

Chapter 5 - Warranties 7

Chapter 6 - Carbide-Capped Chain Sharpening Program 8

CHAPTER 1

GENERAL TIPS ON THE USE OF SODHOG OR SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG:

1. GENERAL CAUTION: Read this entire SODHOG Operator’s Manual before attempting to install any

attachment. Keep bystanders away 15m (50 ft) when operating. Always wear safety gloves and safety

apparel during operations. Keep feet and hands away from cutting head. Failure to follow the warnings

could result in serious injury. Never handle, attempt to change or remove the cutting head while

engine is ON or RUNNING. Inspect area of operation and remove all foreign objects such as glass, cans,

rocks, metals, wires, etc. prior to use. Be alert to vibrations or damage to your cutting head or gas

powered equipment, turn engine off and inspect for damage.

2. DANGER WARNING: Do not attempt to make any adjustments or modifications to the cutter

head or Shield Assembly. Unauthorized modifications can lead to premature failure of your Sodhog and

could cause serious injury as well as voiding any and all warranties.

SODHOG

By RBGONE, INC. PATENT: US 8,387,261 B2

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3. SODHOG FAMILY

a. SODHOG. Best used to remove grass/weeds in all areas such as gardens; flower beds;

weeded areas of lawn with thin St Augustine Type grass to prepare the surface for re-soding.

b. SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG. Works best to remove heavy grass/weeds in all areas because

the cutting teeth have a larger bite depth and the teeth are Carbide-Capped. The teeth will remain sharp up

to 15 times longer than standard cutting teeth. Designed to be used with thick Bahia or St Augustine type

grasses.

c. It is recommended that a commercial grade handheld gas powered edger be used with the

Sodhog.

4. The Sodhog family of attachments are designed to remove grass from areas that you cannot reach

with a commercial sod cutter. Such as areas that are too small for the cutter; areas around tree roots;

flower beds; gardens; sides of a hill; areas close to structures or fencing.

5. The Sodhog should not be used in areas with numerous rocks or stones. Good condition or new

cutting teeth should be removed and replaced with an old worn out set of cutting teeth for rocky or

concrete surfaces and save the good condition teeth to replace the old teeth.

6. Use ALL Sodhog cutting heads at medium speed (RPMs). If more

throttle is needed, push down on the cutting head to keep the edger running at a medium speed. The

cutting head actually works better at a slower speed because it allows the cutting teeth time to bite into the

grass or ground surface area.

CHAPTER 2

SODHOG/SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY

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Open your SODHOG package and identify all the parts listed for the Hub (See Parts Lists) and the illustration

in Diagram above. The cutting head has been pre-assembled and ready to receive the appropriate adapter

for the edger you have. Care must be taken as to not disturb the current cutting pattern of the teeth. If the

chain loops have been shaken loose during shipment, reinstall using the Recommended Cutting head

patterns shown below. If the adapter you choose does not tighten up against the Inner Washer (Item - 7),

do not force the adapter, contact RBGONE, INC. Customer Service Dept @ 904-813-4902 for assistance.

1. The diagrams shown above are the recommended configurations for the three cutting hubs

assemblies.

a. During the entire assembly process, be sure to follow the above diagrams for the positioning

of the cutting tooth. They should line up across the cutting head assembly in one single row or teeth.

b. Start with the Hub #1, by fitting one Chain Loop (Item 2) on the hub, followed by four

Nylon Spacers (Item 3); one chain loop followed by four Nylon Spacers; one chain loop followed by four

Nylon Spacers . The Sodhog is designed for each chain loop to fit in only one direction, so no chain loop can

be installed backwards. Upon completion of this step, set assembled Hub #1 aside.

c. Hub #2 starts with three Nylon Spacers on the hub; one chain loop followed by four Nylon

Spacers; one chain loop followed by four Nylon Spacers; one chain loop followed by three Nylon Spacers.

Set aside.

d. Hub #3, starts by fitting one Chain Loop (Item 2) on the hub, followed by four Nylon

Spacers (Item 3); one chain loop followed by four Nylon Spacers; one chain loop followed by four Nylon

Spacers . The Sodhog is designed for each chain loop to fit in only one direction, so no chain loop can be

installed backwards. Upon completion of this step, set assembled Hub #3 aside.

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2. Select the appropriate adapter from the three provided. If the adapter you have selected has a

notch on it, insert the notch side into hub assembly first. If it is one or the other two insert largest hole end

into Hub first.

3. To finish the Hub assembly, place the End Cap (Item 4) on and secure with 3/8" x 6” Hex bolt and

lock washer through the hub so it screws into the adapter and securely tighten bolt (Item 5). If the 3/8" bolt

does not easily threads into the adapter, do not force, contact RBGONE, INC Customer Service @ 904-813-

4902 for assistance. TIGHTEN SECURELY.

(Note: All adapters are configured with a left hand thread pattern on the end that attaches to the

edger power head and a 3/8"x 20x6", right handed thread Hex Bolt on the opposite end.) DO NOT USE THE

3/8" x 20x6" BOLT TO TIGHTEN THE CUTTING HEAD TO THE EDGER.

4. Installing Cutting Head on Edger. Ensure edger is turned off before attempting the following: Lay

edger face up on a flat surface, edger blade up. Remove the edger blade, retaining bolt or nut along with the

edger cap washer (retain for future use) and place Hub Washer (Item 7) on the 1” cullet or protrusion on the

edger power head in the place where the flat blade was. With the use of safety gloves attach the

completed Hub Assembly and tighten only hand tight. Remember you have a left hand thread

pattern on the adapter. If the adapter you choose does not tighten up against the Inner Washer (Item - 7), do

not force the adapter, contact RBGONE, INC. Customer Service Dept @ 904-813-4902 for assistance.

SODHOG/SUPER-TOOTH CHAIN MAINTENANCE

NOTE: The rakes/chain gauges for any replacement chains for the Sodhog or the

Super-Tooth Sodhog must be ground off before use. The best method would be to

totally assembly the Sodhog, then being careful, grind all the rakes across the

entire Sodhog at one time.

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CHAPTER 3

SAFETY SHIELD ASSEMBLY

DANGER WARNING: Always use eye and body protection while operating this product. Use of this product

in applications other than specified can cause bodily injury. The correct safety guard and adapters must be

in place at all times. Follow installation and operation instructions of this product and your lawn edger

operators and safety manual. Failure to follow these warnings and warnings listed in your edger operators

and safety manual may result in serious personal injury.

1. Locate the Shield Arm (Item 2) and Shield Clamp (Item 3) and slide the tab end of the arm into the

slot of the shield clamp and secure finger tight with Bolt (Item 5), Washer (Item 6) and Wing Nut (Item 7).

Attach both shields together using

bolt (5), washer (6) and Wing Nut #7

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2. Attach the Shield (Item 1) to the long open slot of the arm with two Carriage Bolts (Item 5),

Washers (Item 6) and Wing Nuts (Item 7). Secure only finger tight.

3. Attach entire Shield Assembly to the power shaft above the cutting head using a Carriage

Bolt (Item 4), Washer (Item 6) and Wing Nut (Item 7).

4. Adjust the Shield Clamp and Shield up/down/in/out to ensure the shield is aligned completely

over the SODHOG.

SPECIAL NOTE: Prior to operating the Sodhog, be sure to tighten the edger handle to prevent movement

and if equipped with a depth wheel, either remove or rise and secure the wheel in the up position.

Secure all Wing Nuts securely in place.

CHAPTER 4

REPLACMENT PARTS

LIST

Name

Part #

U/M

Qty

Destination

Hub

HB3000

Each

All Models

Carbide Chain Loop

CC7000

Each

HUB (Super-Tooth Sodhog)

only)

Chain Loop

RC7000-

Each

HUB (Sodhog)

Adapter

AS7000

Each

All Models

Spacers

SS2000

Each

All Models

Hex Bolt 3/8x20x6"

HB1000

Each

All Models

Washer, Outside

WO1000

Each

All Models

Washer, Inside

W2000

Each

All Models

Shield, Safety

SA5000

Each

All Models

PART

NUMBER

TYPE

QUANTITY

DESTINATION

Arm, Attachment

AA1000

Each

All Models

Clamp, Attachment

CL1000

Each

All Models

Carriage Bolt 1 1/4"

CB1200

Each

All Models

Carriage Bolt 1 1/2"

CB1300

Each

All Models

Carriage Bolt 2"

CB1400

Each

All Models

Washer, 1/4"

W200

Each

All Models

Lock Washer 3/8"

W430

Each

All Models

Wing Nut 1/4"

WN100

Each

All Models

Pin, Assembly

PA606

Each

All Models

Safety & Operation

Manual

SO1500

Each

All Models

All non-metallic parts of the Sodhog are made from 6-6 high impact nylon.

All parts proudly MADE IN THE UNITED STATES

CHAPTER 5 Page 7

GENERAL WARRANTY:

The ROOTHOG or SODHOG and all their parts (except cutting teeth ) (SEE RAPCO CHAIN

WARRANTY) are warranted for 5 full years from date of purchase. Any individual part or multiple parts that

fail because of manufacturing defects will be replaced. Any misuse or abuse of the product will void all

warranties.

RENTAL USE: Non-Warranted. All warranties are null and void if the ROOTHOG or the SODHOG are used as

a rental item.

RETURN/CANCELLATIONS:

1. If the ROOTHOG or SODHOG does not perform as advertised it may be returned within 30 days of

your original order date for a full refund (less S&H) provided that no damages to the product have

occurred. You must first Contact RBGONE, INC. Customer Service through the “Contact Us” button on the

homepage of www.roothog1.com to obtain a Return Authorization Number. To ensure proper

crediting this Number must be included along with your return. Any pre-authorized returned ROOTHOG or

SODHOG part must be accompanied with a written reason for the return. Allow 15 days for a credit (less

S&H) to be applied to your purchase. You will be notified by e-mail when the credit is applied. No returns

will be processed without a Return Authorization Number.

2. All return shipping charges are the responsibility of the purchaser. The best methods for returns

are through UPS or USPS.

3. Defective parts from the manufacturer will be replaced and shipped at no cost to purchaser. All

returns must have a Return Authorization Number. All defective parts must be returned to RBGONE, INC.

prior to any replacement parts being shipped. Purchaser is responsible for the return shipping charges.

4. Any defective part that was purchased from a participating dealer or www.roothog1.com must

be returned to RBGONE, INC with a Return Authorization Number. The entire ROOTHOG should not be

returned, just the defective part. RBGONE, INC. requires all defective parts be retuned for failure analysis

and a replacement part cannot be provided without the defective part first being returned.

All parts are guaranteed against factory defects, except as noted in the RAPCO Warranty, for a period of 1

Year. All damaged part must be shipped to RBGONE, Inc for evaluation and approval. Upon approval

RBGONE Inc will provide return shipping.

RAPCO WARRANTY: RAPCO chain is fully guaranteed against defects in workmanship on the silver solder

for 30 days. In as much as RAPCO carbide chain was designed for cutting wood in abrasive conditions, it will

not cut through rocks, steel, or other hard objects without sustaining damage to the carbide. Because of

the normal abuse expected, fire department chain is not warranted. No refunds on used chains. All

requests for warranty must be approved by the factory.

CHAPTER 6 CARBIDE Chain Loop Sharpening Program Page 8

We realize that during the use of the Super-Tooth Roothog you may, on occasion, strike or get involved with

loose gravel or cement surfaces. This will damage the cutting teeth making them unable to perform as

advertised. Do not discard the cutting teeth, just return them to RBGONE, INC for sharpening. There are no

known sources that have the ability to sharpen the chain loops on any standard chainsaw sharpening

machines. It requires a sharpener with a special sharpening wheel to do the job professionally.

We have designed a special chain tooth sharpener for carbide-teeth, that will accommodate small chain

loops. We offer a sharpening program for sharpening either 7 Carbide-Tipped or 6 Carbide-Capped or 11

Carbide-Capped (Sodhog) chain loops. Follow the steps below:

 PLACE YOUR ORDER for chain loop sharpening on our website: www.roothog1.com prior to shipping.

 Remove chains from cutting head - place in a 4x7 bubble pack Size # 0000 or similar container, seal

and send to RBGONE, Inc. @ 1127 Fishermans Way, Fleming Island, Florida 32003 by USPS.

 We will have the chain loops cleaned, professionally sharpened and shipped back to you within 5

working days of receipt.

 Return shipping by USPS included in the sharpening cost.

 7 - Carbide-Tipped or 6 - Carbide-Capped chain loops cleaned, sharpened and returned - $45.00

 11 - Carbide-Capped chain loops cleaned, sharpened and returned- $70.00.

Roothog SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG Operating And Assembly Instructions Manual

Brand: Roothog

Model: SUPER-TOOTH SODHOG

Type: Operating And Assembly Instructions Manual

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