Powermate P-FTT-160MD Tiller User Manual


 
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Oil Fill Location
Do Not Overfill
Choke Lever
Move the lever “choke” for cold start-
ing move the lever to “fast” to increase
engine speed. Move the lever to “slow
to decrease engine speed. Move lever
to “stop” to turn off unit.
Clutch Lever
Depressing the lever engages the
tines.
Indicates WARNING, DANGER, or CAUTION.
Wear eye protection complying with ANSI
Z87.1 and hearing protection.
Read operator’s manual before operating this
machine. Failure to follow directions could
result in serious injury.
Disconnect spark plug wire when not in use
or before servicing, cleaning, or performing
maintenance on the unit.
Thrown objects. Remove all rocks, stones,
and foreign objects which could be thrown by
machine
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
an odorless and deadly gas. NEVER run unit
indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Do not use if children or bystanders are present.
Do NOT touch hot muffler or cylinder. These
parts are extremely hot from operation and
may remain hot for a short time after operation.
Rotating parts can cause serious injury. Keep
hands, feet and clothing away.
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.
Safety Definitions
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Safety Warning Symbols
Control and Operating Symbols
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor/moderate injury or
equipment/property damage.
DANGER
CAUTION
WARNING
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
The following symbols can be found on your tiller. Carefully read and understand their meaning.
Important Safety Information
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