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training•Read Assembly and Service instructions carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
•Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow adults to operate the machine without proper instruction.
•Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and pets.
preparation•Check the fuel and lubrication before starting the engine. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors when the engine is running or while the engine is still hot. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.
•Inspect the area to be tilled. Remove glass, wire, metal objects, large sticks and stones. Avoid underground pipes and wiring.
•Have a complete working knowledge of your tractor and know how to handle your tractor with a tiller or other attachment attached.
Operation•Give complete and undivided attention to the job at hand. Operate the tiller in daylight or good artificial light.
•Personal injury may result from contact with the tines or debris thrown by this machine. Therefore, always stay a safe distance away from tines.
•Stop the tiller engine when leaving your tiller unattended.
•Check before each use for loose fasteners or parts.
•Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug lead wire before cleaning tines, removing obstacles or making adjustments unless specifically told by the instructions to leave the engine running.
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•Never place hands or feet under or into rotating parts or concealed areas. Keep hands and feet clearly away from tine elements, belts, pulleys, etc., while engine is running.
•Wear substantial shoes and eye protection while using tiller.
•Never attempt to make a maintenance adjustment except on the carburetor while engine is running.
•Do not run the engine indoors; carbon monoxide fumes are dangerous to inhale.
•Never operate machine without proper guards, plates or other safety protective devices in place.
•Disengage the Tine Drive Clutch, stop tiller and tractor engines before getting off the tractor.
•Disengage the Tine Drive Clutch and stop the tiller engine during transportation to and from the work area.
maintenance and storage•Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
•Follow maintenance instructions as outlined in this manual and your Engine Owners Manual supplied with the unit.
•Disconnect spark plug wire before making any maintenance adjustment or repair.
•Store gasoline in an approved metal container in a cool, dry place.
•Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight. Keep machine in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place.
•Safety and performance levels can be assured only by the use of specified replacement parts.