Troy-Bilt 148H manual Training, Preparation, Operation, Safety Alert Symbol

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Safety

Safety Alert Symbol

This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this

manual and on the unit to alert you to potential haz-

ards. When you see this symbol, read and obey the message that follows it. Failure to obey safety mes-

sages could result in personal injury or property damage.

This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 – 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National Standards Institute.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

TRAINING

•Read this Owner’s Manual and the sep- arate Engine Owner’s Manual very care- fully before operating this equipment. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. A replacement Manual is available by contacting your authorized dealer or the Factory.

•Never allow children or untrained adults to use this equipment. Let adults operate the unit only if instructed properly.

•Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets. Keep bystanders at least 25 feet from the area of operation.

•Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property and themselves.

•Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on this equip- ment and on any of its attachments or accessories.

•Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless. Do not operate this equipment near buildings, windows, or air conditioning equipment.

•Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing near the rotating tines or near any other moving part. The tines begin to rotate forward once the engine is started and the Throttle/Tines Control Lever is squeezed. The tines con- tinue to rotate until the operator releases the Throttle/Tines Control Lever.

•Before inspecting or servicing any part of the equipment, shut off engine, make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop, then disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and move wire away from the plug.

•Do not operate this equipment if you are under the influence of alcohol, medication, or when you are tired or ill.

PREPARATION

•Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects.

•Make sure that the Throttle/Tines Con- trol Lever is disengaged and is in the neu- tral position before you begin to start the engine.

•Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate outer garments. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its engine.

•Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or when wearing sandals, sneakers, or similar lightweight footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve footing on all surfaces.

•Wear approved safety glasses when op- erating this equipment. The operation of any powered machine can result in for- eign objects being thrown by high-speed rotating parts.

•Do not till near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility or tele- phone company to locate underground services.

•Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable and has explosive vapors. Take these precautions:

a.Use an approved fuel container.

b.Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Operators shall not smoke.

c.Keep matches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, open flames, and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container.

d. Fill fuel tank outdoors and with ex- treme caution. Never fill fuel tank when indoors. Use a funnel or spout to prevent spillage.

e. Replace all fuel tank and fuel con- tainer caps securely.

f. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the ma- chine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ig- nition until fuel vapors have dissipated.

•Never make adjustments to your equip- ment when the engine is running or spark plug wire is connected (unless specifically recommended in Owner’s Manual).

OPERATION

Operator’s Position

RIGHT SIDE

LEFT SIDE

LEFT and RIGHT sides of the tiller are from the operator’s position behind the handlebars (unless noted otherwise).

•The correct operator’s position is when you are standing behind and gripping the handlebar, facing forward toward the engine. Do not leave this position while using the engine Throttle/Tines lever.

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

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