SECTION1: SAFETY
This machine meets voluntary safety stan- dard
WARNING
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(Models644A)
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SafetyAlert Symbol
in this manual and on the unit to alert
,_ This is a safety alert symbol. It is used you to potential hazards. When you see this symbol, read and obey the
message that follows it. Failure to obey safety messages could result in personal injury or property damage.
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Figure 1-1: Tiller features and contre/s. See separate Engine Owner'sManua/ to identify engine contre/s.
1. Carefully readthis Own-
Training
er'sManual,the separate Engine Owner'sManual, and any other literature you may receive.
Bethoroughly familiar with the controls andthe proper use of the tiller and its en- gine. Know how to stop the unit and disen- gagethe controls quickly.
2.Neverallow children to operatethe tiller. Neverallow adults to operatethe tiller without proper instruction.
3.Keepthe area of operation clear of all persons, particularly children and pets.
4.Keepin mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazardsoc- curring to other people,their property,and themselves.
Preparation
1.Thoroughly inspect the areawhere the tiller is to be usedand removeall foreign objects.
2.Be sure all tiller controls are released and both wheels arein the Wheel Drive po- sition before starting the engine.
3.Donot operatethe tiller without wearing adequateouter garments. Avoid loose gar- ments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts.
4.Do not operatethe tiller when barefoot or wearing sandals, sneakers,or light foot- wear.Wear protective footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
5.Do not till nearunderground electric ca- bles,telephone lines, pipes or hoses. If in doubt, contact your telephone or utility company.
6.Warning: Handlefuel with care; it is highly flammable and its vapors areexplo- sive. Takethe following precautions:
a.Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
b.Thegas capshall neverberemovedor fueladdedwhiletheengineis running. Allowthe engineto cool for several minutes beforeaddingfuel.
c.Keepmatches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, openflames and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container.
d.Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Neverfill fuel tank indoors. Use a funnel or spout to preventspillage.
e. Replaceall fuel tank and container caps securely.
f.If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but move the ma- chine awayfrom the areaof spillage and avoid creating any source of ig- nition until fuel vapors havedissi- pated.
7.Nevermakeadjustments when engineis
running (unless recommended by manu- facturer).
Operation
1.Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
2.Exerciseextreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stayalert for hiddenhazardsor traffic. Do not carry passengers.
3.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, removethe wire from the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug. Thoroughly inspect the ma- chine for any damageand repairthe dam- agebefore restarting and operating the machine.
