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Owner’s Manual
MC33 2-CYCLE CULTIVATOR
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Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting and
using engine.
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Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed on
the engine.
NOTICE
THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR
ROTOTILLER ARE DETERMINED FROM
THE OPERATING POSITION AS YOU
FACE THE DIRECTION OF FORWARD
TRAVEL.
THE 2-CYCLE ENGINE USES A 50:1
RATIO OF GAS:OIL.
DO NOT USE STRAIGHT UNMIXED
GASOLINE OR ENGINE DAMAGE WILL
OCCUR.
THIS IS A MOTORIZED CULTIVATOR THAT WORKS THE
SOIL BY MEANS OF ROTATING TINES. IT IS PEDESTRIAN
CONTROLLED, BUT NOT SELF-PROPELLED, AND USES
A GASOLINE-FUELED INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE
TO POWER THE TINES. IT SHALL NOT BE USED FOR ANY
OTHER PURPOSE.
OPERATION
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Do not allow hands, feet, or other body parts, or clothing
near the rotating tines or any other moving part. The tines
begin to rotate once the engine/motor is started and the
activating device is engaged. The tines may momentarily
rotate after the activating device is released.
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Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel surfaces.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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If an object becomes lodged in the tines, flip the ON/OFF
switch to the OFF position, allow to cool before attempt-
ing to remove the foreign object.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), re-
move the wire from the spark plug (or disconnect the cord
for electric products), thoroughly inspect the machine for
any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and
operating the machine.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
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If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble.
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Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating po-
sition, before unclogging the tines, and when making any
repairs, adjustments and inspections.
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Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the machine unat-
tended.
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Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect
the cord on electric motors.
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Never operate tiller without guards, covers, and hoods in
place.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
till or cultivate too deep at too fast a rate.
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Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on
hard or slippery surfaces.
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Never allow bystanders near the machine, especially small
children.
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Use only attachments and accessories approved by the
manufacturer of the machine (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, and the like).
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Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light.
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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.
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Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine towards you. To avoid getting pinned against a
structure, ensure adequate distance before reversing near
a wall or fence.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or over
speed the engine.
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Start the engine or switch on the motor carefully accord-
ing to instructions and with feet away from the tines.
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Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine (motor)
is running.
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Do not operate the tiller while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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Powered walk-behind tiller work is strenuous. You must be
in good physical condition and mentally alert. If you have
any condition that might be aggravated by strenuous
work, check with your doctor before operating a powered
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