SAFETY RULES
(such as wheel weights, counterweights, and the like.
SNever operate the cultivator at high trans- port speeds on hard or slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.
SNever allow bystanders near the cultivator.
SKeep children and pets away while operating.
SNever operate the cultivator without good visibility or light.
SBe 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 ma- chine.
SUse extreme care when reversing or pull- ing the machine towards you.
SDo not change the engine governor set- tings or overspeed the engine.
SStart the engine or switch on the motor carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the tines.
SNever store the cultivator with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
SIf the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
SKeep the cultivator in safe working condi- tion. Check all fasteners at frequent inter- vals for proper tightness.
Repair / Adjustments Safety
SAfter striking a foreign object, stop the en- gine. Remove the wire from the spark plug, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Thoroughly in- spect the cultivator for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating it.
SNever pick up or carry a machine while the engine is running.
SDo not run the engine indoors. The ex- haust fumes are dangerous, containing CARBON MONOXIDE, an ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS.
STake all possible precautions when leaving the cultivator unattended. Stop the engine, and if equipped, remove the key.
SDo not overload the cultivator capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.
SIf cultivator should start to vibrate abnor- mally, stop engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warn- ing of trouble.
SStop the engine whenever you leave the operating position. Also, disconnect the spark plug wire before unclogging the tines and when making any repairs, adjust- ments, or inspections.
SWhen cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Safe Storage
SAlways refer to the owner’s manual instruc- tions for important details if the cultivator is to be stored for an extended period.
SNever attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended by the manufac- turer.
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