safety
Safety Alert Symbol
manual and on the unit to alert you to potential
_ his is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this hazards. When you seethis symbol, readand
obey the messagethat follows it. Failureto obey safety messagescould result in personal injury or property damage.
This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 - 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power
Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by the American National Standards Institute.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
TRAINING
1.Carefully readthis Owner'sManual,the sepa- rate EngineOwner's
Manual,and any other literatureyou may receive.Bethoroughly familiar with the controls andthe proper use of the tiller and its engine. Know how to stop the unit and disengagethe controls quickly.
2.Neverallow children to operatethe 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.Besure 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 protectivefootwearthat will 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 itsvaporsareexplo- sive. Takethe following precautions:
a.Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose.
b.The gas cap shall never be removed or fuel added while the engine is running. Allow the engineto cool for several minutes before adding fuel.
c.Keepmatches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, open flames, 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 move the machine awayfrom the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
7.Nevermakeadjustments 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 aforeign 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 damage before restarting and operating the tiller.
4.Exercisecaution to avoid slipping or falling.
5.Ifthe unit should start to vibrateabnor-
mally,stop the engine(andremovethe ignition keyon electric start models). Dis- connect the spark plugwire andpreventit from touchingthe spark plug,and check immediatelyfor the cause.Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
6.Stop the engine (and removethe igni- tion key on electric start models), discon- nectthe spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug whenever you leavethe operating position, before
unclogging the tines, or when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.
