Operator`s manual

SAFETY RULES
_ CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT
CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SET-
TING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
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TRAINING
1. Carefully readthis Owner's Manual
andanyother literature you may receive
before operating this equipment. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and
the proper use of the tiller and its.engine.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.
2. Neverallowchildrento operatethe
tiller. Neverallowadults to operatethe
tiller without proper instruction.
3. Keepthe areaof operation clearof all
persons, particularly children and pets.
Keepbystanders at least25 feetfrom
areaof operation.
4. Keepin mind that the operator or user
is responsiblefor accidents or hazards
occurring to other people, their property,
and themselves.
5. Familiarizeyourself with allof the
safetyandoperatingdecals on this"
equipifiedt andon any of its attachments
or accessories.
6. Donot run enginein an enclosedarea.
Engineexhaust containscarbon monox-
ide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless,
colorless, and tasteless. Do not operate
this equipmentnear buildings, windows,
or airconditioners.
7. Do not allow hands or any other part
of the body or clothing nearthe rotating
tines or nearany other moving part. The
tines beginto rotate backward oncethe
engine starts, and either the Forward
Clutch or the
ReverseClutch
Lever is engaged
(the Wheel Gear
Lever mustalways
be moved to EN-
GAGEbefore the
engine is started).
8. Before inspecting or servicing any
partof the equipment, shut off the
engine, wait for all moving parts to come
to a complete stop, disconnect the spark
plug wire from the spark plug, and move
the wire awayfrom the spark plug.
g. Do not operate this equipment if you
are under the influence of alcohol, medi-
cation,or when tired or ill.
PREPARATION
1. Thoroughly inspect the areawhere
the tiller is to be used and remove all for-
eign objects.
2. Besure all control levers are released
andthe Wheel GearLever isin ENGAGE
before starting the engine.
3. Do not operate the tiller without wear-
ing adequateouter garments. Avoid
loose garments or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts of tiller or engine.
4. Donot operatethe tiller when barefoot
orwearing sandals,sneakers,or light
footwear. Wearprotectivefootwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
5. Do nottill nearundergroundelectricca-
bles,telephonelines,pipes or hoses. If in
doubt, contactyour telephoneor utility
company.
6. Warning:Handlefuel with care;it is
highlyflammable and itsvaporsareexplo-
sive. Takethe following precautions:
a. Store fuel in containers specifically
designedfor this purpose.
b. The gas cap shall never be re-
moved or fuel addedwhile the en-
gine is running. Allow the engine
to coo[ for several minutes before
adding fuel.
c. Keepmatches, cigarettes, cigars,
pipes, open flames, and sparks
awayfrom the fuel tank andfuel
container.
d. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Neverfill fuel tank indoors.
Use afunnel or spout to prevent
spillage.
e. Replaceall fuel tank and container
capssecurely.
f. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to
start the engine,but move the
machineawayfrom the areaof
spillage andavoid creating any
source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
7. Nevermakeadjustmentswhenengine
is running (unless recommended by
manufacturer).
OPERATION
1. Donot put hands or feet nearor un-
der rotating parts.
2. Exerciseextreme cautionwhen on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazardsor traffic.
Do not carry passengers.
3. After striking aforeign object, stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire
and prevent it from touching the spark
plug, carefully inspect the tiller for any
damage,and repairthe damagebefore
restarting and operatLngthe tiller.
4. Exercisecaution to avoid slipping or
falling.
5. If theunit should start to vibrateabnor-
mally,stop the engine. Disconnectthe
spark plug wire and preventit from touch-
ingthe sparkplug, andcheck immediately
for the cause.Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble.
6. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire and prevent it from touching
the spark plug wheneveryou leavethe
operating position, before unclogging the
tines, or when making any repairs, ad-
justments or inspections.
7. Takeall possible precautionswhen
leavingthe machineunattended.Stopthe
engine. Disconnect spark plug wire and
move itawayfrom the spark plug. Move
Wheel GearLeverto ENGAGE.
8. Beforecleaning, repairing, or inspect-
ing,stop the engine, and makecertain all
moving parts havestopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and preventit from
touching the spark plug to preventacci-
dental starting.
9. Always keepthe tiller tine hood flap
down.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS-ATTENTIONH[ BECOME ALERTIH YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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