Powermate P-RTT-196MD Important Safety Information, Responsibility of Operator, Operation Safety

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Important Safety Information

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RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATOR

1. Carefully read and follow these safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

2. Know your product. Read and understand this manual before use. Compare the illustrations to unit. Learn location and function of all controls. Thoroughly understanding the unit before use will result in the best performance and safety.

3. Follow all instructions when assembling the unit. If the unit was purchased in assembled condition, the operator must check the unit carefully to make sure it was assembled according the instructions in the manual before use.

4. Regularly inspect the tiller. Make sure parts are not bent, damaged, or loose.

5. Use this equipment for its intended purpose only.

6. Operate the unit only with guards, shields, and other safety items in place and working correctly.

7. Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts.

8. Complete all unit maintenance and adjustments according to the instruction in this manual.

WARNING

Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means: “ Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved.”

WARNING

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

To prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and put wire where it cannot contact the spark plug.

PREPARATION SAFETY

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in this manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller before starting. Know how to stop the engine quickly.

Familiarize yourself with all the safety and operating decals on this equipment.

WARNING

Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller is to be used and remove all foreign objects. Your equipment can propel small objects at high speed causing personal injury or property damage. Stay away from breakable objects, such as house windows, auto glass, greenhouses, etc.

Check that all nuts and bolts are tight and equipment is in good condition before each use.

WARNING

Always check that the flameout wire is connected before starting engine.

OPERATION SAFETY

• Never allow children or young teenagers to operate the tiller.

WARNING

Keep area of operation clear of all bystanders, particularly small children and pets.

Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the tiller.

WARNING

Do not operate the tiller while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine safely.

Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate the machine safely.

Always wear ANSI compliant safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tiller to protect your eyes from foreign objects, which can be thrown from the unit.

Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112

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Contents Operator’s Manual Rear Tine Rotary TillerControl and Operating Symbols Safety DefinitionsSafety Alert Symbols Safety Warning SymbolsResponsibility of Operator Important Safety InformationPreparation Safety Operation SafetyFuel Safety Operation SafetyStorage Safety REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, and Adjustment SafetyChildren Safety Parts & Features Product SpecificationsSafety Decals Assembly Install the Depth Regulator See Figure Install the Wheels See FigureInstall the Tines Install the Tine ShieldAttach Lower Handle See Figure Attach Upper Handle See FigureAttach Front Handle See Figure Engine Oil Engine PreparationStart-Up OperationCold Starts Restarting a Warm EngineTilling Idle SpeedOperating Speed Shutting DownCure the Levers in Drive Position Forward Lever See FigureDepth Regulator Lever See Figure AdjustmentsTilling Tips Belt Tension Adjustment See FigureTo increase belt tension To Decrease Belt TensionPeriodic Maintenance Schedule Table MaintenanceTab Change FORWARD/REVERSE BeltsCheck Tiller Transmission OIL Engine MaintenanceClean Tine Axle Shaft Check or Fill Engine CrankcaseHow to Prepare for Storage Technical ServiceProblem Possible Causes Solutions Powermate Rotary Tiller Limited Warranty WarrantyEmisson Control System Warranty Your Warranty Rightes and ObligationsManufacturer’s Warranty Coverage Limitations of Liability Warranty CoverageHow to Obtain Warranty Service ExclusionsWarranty Page Guárdese Este Manual Para Referencia Futura Símbolos de control y operación Definiciones de seguridadSímbolos de alerta sobre seguridad Símbolos de advertencia sobre seguridadSeguridad Durante LA Operación Información importante sobre seguridadResponsabilidad DEL Operador Seguridad Durante LA PreparaciónInformación importante sobre seguridad Continuación Seguridad Durante LA Operación ContinuaciónSeguridad DEL Combustible Seguridad DE Almacenamiento Seguridad Durante LA REPARACIÓN, Mantenimiento Y AjusteSeguridad DE Niños Piezas y características Especificaciones del productoMarbetes de seguridad Montaje Marbetes de seguridad ContinuaciónCómo sacar la motocultivadora de la caja Instalar LAS Ruedas véase la figuraInstalar LAS Azadas Instalar LA Cubierta DE AzadasInstalar EL Asidero Frontal véase la figura Instalar EL Asidero Inferior véase la figuraCómo Revisar EL Nivel DE Aceite Y Llenar AL Nivel Apropiado Preparación del motorArranque OperaciónArranques EN Frío Rearranque DE UN Motor EN CalienteLabranza Régimen de marcha en vacíoVelocidad de operación ApagadoPalancas de control motriz seguro Palanca DE Retroceso véase la figuraAjustes Palanca DEL Regulador DE ProfundidadAjuste DE LA Tensión DE LA Correa Para aumentar la tensión de la correaPara Reducir LA Tensión DE LA Correa Mantenimiento Tabla DE Programa DE Mantenimiento PeriódicoPrograma de mantenimiento Mantenimiento menor de la motocultivadora Mantenimiento ContinuaciónLimpiar LA Flecha DEL EJE DE Azadas Mantenimiento del motorRevisar LA Presión DE LAS Llantas LubricaciónCómo preparar la motocultivadora para almacenamiento Servicio técnicoProblema CAUSA/S POSIBLE/S Solución / Soluciones Diagnóstico y resolución de problemasGarantía Garantía del sistema pro control de emisiones contaminantes Derechos y obligaciones al amparo de la garantíaCobertura de la garantía del fabricante Limitaciones de responsabilidad Cobertura de la garantíaCómo obtener servicio de garantía ExclusionesGarantía Continuación