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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers
TRAINING
• Read the operatingand service instructionmanuai care-
fully. Be thoroughlyfamiliar with the controlsand the
properuseofthe equipment, Know howto stopthe unit
anddisengage the controlsquickly.
• Never allow childrento operate the equipmenL Never
allow adults to operate the equipmentwithout proper
instruction.
, Keep the area of operationclear ofall persons,particu-
larlysmall children,and pets.
PREPARATION
, Thoroughly inspect theareawhere the equipment isto be
used and remove all foreign objects.
. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
startingthe engine (motor).
. Donot operatethe equipment withoutwearingadequate
outergarments. Wear footwear thatwill improvefooting
on slipperysurfaces.
• Handle fuel with care; itis highlyflammable.
• Use an approved fuel container°
• Never add fuel to a runningengine or hot engine.
• Fill fuel tank outdoorswith extreme care, Never fill
fue! tank indoors.
• Replace gasolinecap securely and clean up spilled
fuel before restarting.
• Useextensioncords and receptaclesasspecified bythe
manufacturer for all unitswith electricdrive motorsor
electric startingmotors.
• Never'attempttomake any adjustments whiletheengine
(motor) is running (except where specifically recom-
mended bymanufacturer).
OPERATION
• Do not puthands orfeet near or under rotating parts,
• Exerciseextreme cautionwhen operatingonor crossing
gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic.Do notcarrypassengers_
• After strikinga foreign object,stop the engine (motor),
remove thewirefrom thespark plug,thoroughlyinspect
the tillerfor anydamage, and repair thedamage before
restartingand operatingthe tiller.
• Exercisecautionto avoid slippingor falling.
• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediatelyfor the cause.
Vibrationis generallya warningof trouble_
, Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating
position.
• Take allpossibleprecautionswhen leavingthemachine
unattended_ Disengage the power take-off, lower the
attachment, shift into neutral, stop the engine, and
remove the key.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engineand make certain all movingparts have stopped.
Disconnectthespark plugwire, and keep thewire away
from the plugto preventaccidental starting.Disconnect
the cordon electricmotors_
• Do not runthe engine indoors;exhaust fumes are dan-
gerous.
• Nevel"operatethe tillerwithoutproperguards,plates,or
othersafety protectivedevicesin place.
• Keep childrenand pets away
• Do notoverload the machine capacity byattempting to tiU
too deep at too fast a rate
• Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery
surfaces Look behind and use care when backing,
• Never allow bystanders near the unit
• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, and the like)
• Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light,
• Be careful when tilling in hard ground The tines may
catch inthe ground and propel the tiller forward If this
occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the
machine
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
, Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition,
• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts atfrequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition,
• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such ashot
water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like
Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in any enclosure
• Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for
important details ifthe tiller isto be stored for an extended
period
-IMPORTANT -
Cautions, tmportants, and Notes are a means ofattracting attention to important or criticalinformation in this manual
I& CAUTIONI Look for this symbol to 1
point out Important safety precau- |
tlons. It means -- Attention! Become i
Aiertl Your safety is Involved. I
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IMPORTANT= USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE
IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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