SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Do not tamper with the engine in an effort to get it to run at
higher speeds. The maximum engine speed is preset by the
manufacturer and is within safety limits. See engine manual.
Keep a Class B fire extinguisher on hand when operating this
machine in dry areas as a precautionary measure.
FUEL SAFETY
Fuel is highly flammable, and its vapors can explode if ignited.
Take precautions when using to reduce the chance of serious
personal injury.
When refilling or draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel
storage container while in a clean, well-ventilated outdoor area.
While adding fuel or operating the unit, do not smoke, and stay
away from sparks, open ames, or other sources of ignition near
the area of operation. Never ll the fuel tank indoors.
To avoid sparking or arcing, keep grounded conductive objects
– such as tools – away from exposed, live electrical parts and
connections. These events could ignite fumes or vapors.
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before lling the fuel
tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the
engine is running or when the engine is hot. Do not operate the
machine with known leaks in the fuel system.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
Never overll the fuel tank. Because engine heat can cause fuel to
expand, never ll the tank to more than 1/2” below the bottom of
the ller neck. This will provide space for fuel expansion.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe up
spilled fuel. Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely
in place.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. If fuel is spilled,
do not attempt to start the engine. Instead, move the machine
away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of
ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
When fuel is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin
and change clothes immediately.
Store fuel in containers specifically designed and approved for
fuel storage.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from sparks,
open ames, or other sources of ignition.
Never store fuel – or a machine with fuel in the tank – inside a
building where fumes may reach a spark, open ame, or any other
source of ignition (such as a water heater, furnace, or clothes
dryer). Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
Thoroughly inspect the area to be tilled, and remove all debris
and hard or sharp objects such as stones, sticks, glass, wire, bones,
etc. Do not operate tiller in soil with large rocks and foreign
objects which can damage the machine.
Do not till above underground electric cables, telephone lines,
water lines, gas lines, pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your
utility or telephone company to locate underground services.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 75 feet (23m)
away. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.
This unit has a clutch. Squeeze the drive control handle lever and
check that it returns automatically to the neutral position. If it
does not, have unit adjusted by a qualied repair personnel.
Disengage drive control handle lever before starting the engine.
Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet
well away from the tines.
The tines remain stationary when the clutch is disengaged. If it
does not, have unit adjusted by a qualied repair personnel.
Always operate the machine from behind, never pass or stand in
front of the machine when the engine is running.
Always hold the unit with both hands when operating. Keep a rm
grip on the grips. Be aware that the machine may unexpectedly
bounce upward or jump forward if the tines should strike buried
obstacles such as large stones, roots, or stumps.
If the unit strikes a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the
spark plug, thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage, and
repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine.
Use extreme caution when in reverse or pulling the machine
towards you.
Do not overload the machine capacity by tilling too deep in a
single pass or at too fast a rate.
Never operate the tiller at high transport speeds on hard or
slippery surfaces.
Be 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 machine.
Use caution when tilling near fences, buildings and underground
utilities. Rotating tines can cause property damage or personal
injury.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel
drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or trafc. Do
not carry passengers.
Never leave the operating position when the engine is running.
Always stop the engine when tilling is delayed or when walking
from one tilling location to another.
Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials. They
may become lodged between the tines. Stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug before unclogging the tines.
To reduce exposure to vibration, limit the hours of operation
and take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your
hands. Reduce the speed and force in which you do the repetitive
movement. Try to ll each day with jobs where operating hand-
held power equipment is not required.
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