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
P
A
R
T
Name
Part #
U/M
Qty
Destination
1
Hub
HB3000
Each
3
All Models
2
Carbide Chain Loop
CC7000
Each
11
HUB (Super-Tooth Sodhog)
only)
3
Chain Loop
RC7000-
R
Each
11
HUB (Sodhog)
4
Adapter
AS7000
Each
3
All Models
5
Spacers
SS2000
Each
38
All Models
Hex Bolt 3/8x20x6"
HB1000
Each
1
All Models
6
Washer, Outside
WO1000
Each
1
All Models
7
Washer, Inside
W2000
Each
1
All Models
S
h
i
Shield, Safety
SA5000
Each
2
All Models
PART
NUMBER
TYPE
QUANTITY
DESTINATION
Arm, Attachment
AA1000
Each
1
All Models
Clamp, Attachment
CL1000
Each
1
All Models
Carriage Bolt 1 1/4"
CB1200
Each
4
All Models
Carriage Bolt 1 1/2"
CB1300
Each
1
All Models
Carriage Bolt 2"
CB1400
Each
1
All Models
Washer, 1/4"
W200
Each
6
All Models
Lock Washer 3/8"
W430
Each
1
All Models
Wing Nut 1/4"
WN100
Each
1
All Models
Pin, Assembly
PA606
Each
2
All Models
Safety & Operation
Manual
SO1500
Each
1
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
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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.
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