7.Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on hard or slippery surfaces.
8.Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
9.Look down and behind and use care when in reverse or pulling machine towards you.
10.Start the engine according to the instructions found in this manual and keep feet well away from the tines at all times.
11.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.
12.Disengage all clutch levers and stop engine before you leave the operating position (behind the handles). Wait until the tines come to a complete stop before unclogging the tines, making any adjustments, or inspections.
13.Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
14.Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.
15.Use caution when tilling near fences, buildings and underground utilities. Rotating tines can cause property damage or personal injury.
16.Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to till soil to deep at to fast of a rate.
17.If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine. Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before starting and operating.
18.Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in place and operating properly.
19.Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running.
20.Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury.
21.If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your dealer or telephone
Maintenance & Storage
1.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
2.Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage.
3.Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain the tines and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
4.Do not change the engine governor settings or
5.Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
6.Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, transporting, and storage of this machine.
7.Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
8.Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper instructions on
9.If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
10.Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
Your Responsibility
1.Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
2.The safety label on the tiller is reproduced below for your review. To ensure safe operation of the tiller, follow the instructions on all labels closely.
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