Sears 917.299642 owner manual Training, Preparation, Operation, Maintenance and Storage

SAFETY RULES&

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers

TRAINING

-Read the operating and service instruction manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipmentv Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly_

•Never allow children to operate the equipment° Never

allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction

. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particu- larly small children, and pets_

PREPARATION

°Thoroughly inspectthe area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects°

. Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine (motor)..

=Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade- quate outer garments.. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery" surfaces.

. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable..

•Use an approved fuel container.,

•Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

•Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors_

•Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting

•Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors.

•Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (except where specifically recom-

. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause°Vi- bration is generally a warning of trouble.,

. Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position, before unclogging the tines, and when making any repair, adjustments, and inspections,

°Take all possible precaufionswhen leaving the machine 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 engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped_ Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plug to prevent accidental starting Disconnect the cord on electric motors.

°Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are dan- gerous.

•Never operate the tillerwithout properguards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.

•Keep children and pets away.

•Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.

•Never allow bystanders near the unit.,

•Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tirler (such as wheelweights, counter_ weights, cabs, and the like).

•Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light,

•Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this

occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrainthe machine.

mended by manufacturer),

OPERATION

. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.,

°Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads_ Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic, Do not carry passengers,

•After'striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tillers.

•Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

•Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe workingcondition..

. Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, and other bolts at frequent intervalsfor propertightnessto be sure the equipment is in safe workingcondition_

. Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a buildingwhere ignitionsourcesare present,suchas hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like.

Allowthe engine to cool before storingin any enclosure.,

. Always refer to the Owner'sManual instructionsfor im- portant details if the tiller is to be stored for an extend- ed period.

-IMPORTANT -

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are a means of attracting attention to importantor critical informationin this manual.,

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LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRE- CAUTIONS. IT MEANS --ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS

INVOLVED.

CAUTION: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS

EQUIPMENT_

NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to

better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set of instructions.

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