Troy-Bilt E666M, 664D manual Safety Alert Symbol

Safety

This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8

- 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power

Safety Alert Symbol

This isa safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on the unit to alert you to potential hazards. When you seethis symbol, readand obey the messagethat follows it. Failureto obey safety messagescould result in personal injuryor property damage.

Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National Standards Institute.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicalsknownto the State of Californiato cause

cancer,birthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm.

TRAINING

1.Carefully read this Owner'sManual, the sepa- rate EngineOwner's

Manual,and any other literature you may receive.Bethoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller and itsengine. Know how to stop the unit and disengagethe controls quickly.

2.Neverallow children to operate the tiller. Neverallow adults to operatethe tiller without proper instruction.

3.Keepthe areaof operation clear of all persons, particularly children and pets.

4.Keepin mind that the operator or user is responsiblefor accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property and themselves.

PREPARATION

1.Thoroughly inspect the areawhere the tiller is to be used and removeall foreign objects.

2.Be sure all controls are releasedand the Wheel GearLever is in ENGAGE before starting the engine.

3.Do not operate the tiller without wearing adequateouter garments. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts.

4.Do not operatethe tiller when barefoot or wearing sandals,sneakers,or light footwear. Wear protectivefootwear thatwill improvefooting on slipperysurfaces.

5.Do not till nearundergroundelectric cables,telephonelines,pipesor hoses.If in doubt, contactyour telephoneor utility company.

6.Warning: Handlefuel with care;it is highly flammableand its vaporsareexplo- sive. Takethe following precautions:

a.Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.

b.The gas cap shall never be removed or fuel addedwhile the engine is running. Allow the engineto cool for severalminutes before adding fuel.

c.Keepmatches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, openflames, and sparks awayfrom the fuel tank and fuel container.

d.Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Neverfill fuel tank indoors. Usea funnel or spout to prevent spillage.

e.Replaceall fuel tank and container caps securely.

f.If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but movethe machine awayfrom the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.

7.Never makeadjustments when engine is running (unless recommended by manufacturer).

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 hidden hazardsor traffic. Do not carry passengers.

3.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine(and removethe ignition key on electric start models), disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, carefully inspect the tiller for any damage,and repair the damagebefore restarting and operating the tiller.

4.Exercisecaution to avoid slipping or falling.

5.If the unit should start to vibrateabnor- mally, stop the engine(andremovethe ignition key onelectric start models). Dis- connectthe spark plugwire andpreventit from touching the spark plug,and check immediatelyfor the cause.Vibration is generallya warning of trouble.

6.Stop the engine (and remove the igni- tion keyon electric start models), discon- nect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug whenever you leavethe operating position, before unclogging the tines, or when makingany repairs, adjustments or inspections.