Craftsman 917.29604 owner manual Operation, Maintenance and Storage

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Use extension cords and receptacles

as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or elec-

tric starting motors.

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running (ex- cept where specifically recommended

by manufacturer).

OPERATION

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

Exercise extreme caution when operat- ing 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 tiller.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fall- ing.

If the unit should start to vibrate ab- normally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibra- tion is generally a warning of trouble.

Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position.

Take all possible precautions when leav-

ing the machine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into neutral, and stop the engine.

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 dangerous.

Never operate the tiller without proper guards, 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 operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be- hind and use care when backing.

Never allow bystanders near the unit.

Use only attachments and accessories

approved by the manufacturer of the tiller.

Never operate the tiller without good vis- ibility 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 restrain the machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Keep machine, attachments, and ac- cessories in safe working condition.

Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other bolts at frequent inter- vals 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 as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

Always refer to the operator's guide

instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended

period.

_ILLook for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

_IkCAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent acci- dental starting when setting up, transport- ing, adjusting or making repairs. _ILWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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917.29604 specifications

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