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Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsSouthland ManualsOutdoor Power Equipment11 in. 150cc Gas Front-Tine Tiller
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Important Safety Information
Safety Definitions
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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: Attention! Become Alert!
Your Safety Is Involved.
Read operator’s manual before operating this machine. Failure to follow directions could result in
serious injury.
Thrown objects. Remove all rocks, stones, and foreign objects which could be thrown by machine.
Do not use if children or bystanders are present.
Rotating tines can cause serious injury. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away.
Wear eye protection complying with ANSI Z87.1 and hearing protection.
Disconnect spark plug wire when not in use or before servicing, cleaning, or performing maintenance on the unit.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. NEVER run unit indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area.
Do NOT touch hot muffler or cylinder. These parts are extremely hot from operation and may remain hot for a short time
after operation.
To reduce risk of fire, clean spilled gas and oil and keep unit free from debris. Gasoline is extremely flammable. Allow
machine to cool before refueling.
Control and Operating Symbols
The following symbols are used on the product and in this manual to alert the operator of potential safety hazards. Read them
carefully, and understand their meaning.
Safety Alert Symbols
Safety Warning Symbols
The following symbols may be found on your tiller. Carefully read and understand their meaning.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor/moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
Oil Fill Location: Do Not Overfill. Add engine oil and check quantity at this location
CLUTCH
CONTROL
DISENGAGE
ENGAGE
Clutch Lever: Lifting the lever engages the tines.
Do not use gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol.
Push primer 3 times before starting a cold engine. Important: For starting a hot engine, push only once.