Troy-Bilt E683G-Big Red manual Safety, Tines/PTO Drive Lever into, All controls. Do not attempt to

Section 1: Safety

inspecting, stop the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.

9. The flap on the tine hood must be down when operating the tiller, unless using the Hiller/Furrower attachment.

10. Never use the tiller unless proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices are in place.

11. Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless, colorless, and tasteless.

12. Keep children and pets away.

13. Never operate the tiller under engine power if the Wheel Speed Lever is in the FREEWHEEL position. In FREEWHEEL, the wheels will not hold the tiller back and the revolving tines could propel the tiller rapidly, possibly causing loss of control. Always engage the Wheel Speed Lever in either FAST or SLOW position before starting the engine or engaging the tines with the Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever.

14. Be aware that the tiller may unex- pectedly bounce upward or jump forward if the tines should strike extremely hard packed soil, frozen ground, or buried obstacles like large stones, roots, or stumps. If in doubt about the tilling conditions, always use the following operating precautions to assist you in maintaining control of the tiller:

g. In an emergency, stop tines and
	wheels by shifting the Wheels/
	Tines/PTO Drive Lever into
	NEUTRAL. If you can not reach the
	lever or have lost control of the
	tiller, let go of the handlebars and
	all controls. Do not attempt to
	restrain the tiller.
15.	Do not overload the tiller’s capacity
by attempting to till too deeply at too fast
a rate.
16.	Never operate the tiller at high
transport speeds on hard or slippery
surfaces. Look behind and use care when
backing up.
17.	Do not operate the tiller on a slope
that is too steep for safety. When on
slopes, slow down and make sure you
have good footing. Never permit the tiller
to freewheel down slopes.
18.	Never allow bystanders near the unit.
19.	Only use attachments and accessories
that are approved by the manufacturer of
the tiller.
20.	Use tiller attachments and accesso-
ries when recommended.
21.	Never operate the tiller without good
visibility or light.
22.	Never operate the tiller if you are
tired, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or medication.
23.	Operators shall not tamper with the
engine-governor settings on the machine;
the governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed to protect the engine and

doctor immediately.

Eyes– Flush with water for 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention.

26. DANGER– BATTERIES PRODUCE

EXPLOSIVE GASES. Keep sparks, flame

or smoking materials away. Ventilate

when charging battery or using in an

enclosed space. Always wear safety

goggles when working near battery.

27. Please remember: You can always

stop the tines and wheels by releasing all

controls, or by moving the ignition switch

and/or throttle control lever on the engine

to OFF or STOP.

28. To load or unload the tiller, see the

instructions in Section 4 of this Manual.

29. Use extreme caution when backing or

pulling the machine towards you.

30. Start the engine carefully according to

instructions and with feet well away from

the tines.

31. Never pick up or carry a machine

while the engine is running.

32. When loading or unloading the tiller,

always disengage tines and use slower

wheel and engine throttle speeds. Use

sturdy ramps wide and strong enough to

easily support the tiller (280-to-325 lbs.,

depending on model) and operator. Never

go down ramps in FORWARD drive—the

tiller could tip forward, exposing you

to the tines (which should be disen-

gaged). Always use REVERSE drive and

back down ramps. To go up ramps, use

FORWARD drive and follow the tiller.

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a. Walk behind and to one side of the tiller, using one hand on the handlebars. Relax your arm, but use a secure hand grip.

b. Use shallower depth regulator settings, working gradually deeper with each pass.

c. Use slower wheel, tine and engine speeds.

d. Clear the tilling area of all large stones, roots and other debris.

e. Avoid using downward pressure on handlebars. If need be, use slight upward pressure to keep the tines from digging too deeply.

f. Before contacting hard packed soil at the end of a row, reduce engine speed and lift handlebars to raise tines out of the soil.

all moving parts from damage caused by

overspeed. Authorized service shall be

sought if a problem exists.

24. Do not touch engine parts which may

be hot from operation. Let parts cool

down sufficiently.

25. POISON/DANGER—CAUSES SEVERE

BURNS. The battery on electric start

models contains sulfuric acid. Avoid

contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Keep

out of reach of children.

Antidotes:

External– Flush immediately with lots of water.

Internal– Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or vegetable oil. Call a

33. The Forward Interlock Safety System

should be tested for correct functioning

every time the tiller or PTO power unit is

used. See Section 4 in this Manual.

34. If using the optional Dozer Blade,

either remove the tine attachment, or

disengage the tines with the Tines/PTO

Clutch Lever. Revolving tines are

dangerous.