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SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

1)

DO NOT allow any person to operate 

the rotary hoe without first reading 

and understanding the safety

precautions and operating instructions. KNOW

THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP THE

ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

2) NEVER allow children or untrained adults to

operate the rotary hoe.

3) ALWAYS wear

protective clothing

when operating the

rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;

safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel

capped boots and hearing protection. NEVER

wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the rotary hoe. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Items could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

4) ALWAYS operate the rotary hoe in a well

lighted area.

5) ALWAYS make certain that all three control

clutches are in the "disengaged" position prior

to starting the engine.

6)

ALWAYS operate rotary hoe on

level ground only. Police the 

area before rotary hoeing.

Remove any foreign objects in the digging area

eg bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and

mark any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas

lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

7)

DO NOT allow other persons near the

rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to 

keep bystanders and animals a

minimum of 6 metres (18ft) away from the

machine while in operation.

8) NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while

operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have

any type of physical or mental condition that may

be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with

your physician before you operate this

equipment. NEVER operate the rotary hoe under

the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING AREA WHILE

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the 

safety guards in place and in working 

order. Keep the unit well maintained

and in good working order

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while

the engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the

governor settings. Excessive speed is

dangerous and will shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an 

enclosed area. Engine exhaust 

contains carbon monoxide, an

odourless and tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the 

spark plug lead(s) and allow engine 

to cool before inspecting or

performing maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

REFUELLING

* Shut off engine. DO NOT  REFUEL

AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!

* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 

minutes.

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.

Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

* Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for fuel 

expansion.

* Do not smoke.

* Allow no naked flame or hot material in 

refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and 

funnels. Remember, fuel is a potential 

hazard.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

TRANSPORT

The depth control bar is to be placed in its

lowest possible position. This will provide

sufficient clearance to prevent damage to the

rotor assembly.

BEFORE USE

1) Ensure that all grass and weeds have been

cut as low as possible.

2) If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard

ground conditions, it is recommended to

water the area thoroughly and allow

sufficient time for the earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any 

foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location

of sprinkler heads, gas pipes, telephone

cables, etc.

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SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR CMS80 USERS

1)

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the 

chipper mulcher shredder without first 

reading and understanding the safety 

precautions and operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP 

THE CHIPPER MULCHER SHREDDER IN CASE 

OF AN EMERGENCY.

2)  

NEVER

 allow 

CHILDREN

 or 

UNTRAINED 

ADULTS

 to operate the chipper mulcher shredder.

3)  

PPE (PERSONAL 

PROTECTION  

EqUIPMENT) IS 

MANDATORY

 

before operating this machine. 

ALWAYS

 

wear protective clothing when operating 

the chipper mulcher shredder. This 

includes, but not limited to; safety glasses, loose 

fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing 

protection. Never wear loose fitting clothing or 

jewelry when operating the chipper mulcher 

shredder. Keep all clothing away from moving 

parts. Clothing could become caught in the 

machine resulting in injury.

4)  

ALWAYS

 operate the chipper mulcher shredder in 

a well-lighted area.

5)   

NEVER

 operate the chipper mulcher 

shredder on an angle that exceeds 

15º degrees. Keep your work area 

clear and free of debris.

 6)  

NEVER

 operate the chipper mulcher shredder 

when fatigued. 

AWAYS BE ALERT!

 If you get tired 

while operating the chipper mulcher shredder take 

a break. If you have any type of physical or mental 

condition that may be aggravated by strenuous 

work, consult with your physician before operating 

this piece of equipment. 

NEVER

 operate the 

chipper mulcher shredder under the influence of 

medication, alcohol or drugs.

7)   

SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

DO NOT

 allow other adults, children or 

animals near the chipper mulcher 

shredder. 

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY 

OF THE OPERATOR

 to keep bystanders and 

animals a minimum of 6 metres (18ft) away from 

the chipper mulcher shredder while in operation.

USE COMMON SENSE AND 

PLENTY OF IT

OPERATOR MUST BE TRAINED

MAXIMUM ANGLE  
OF OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED  
15º ANGLE

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS

INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the

hydraulic trencher without first reading and

understanding the safety instructions and

NEVER

 allow children to operate the hydraulic trencher.

ALWAYS

 use hydraulic trencher in a well lighted area.

ALWAYS

 make certain that all control clutches are in

the “disengaged” position prior to starting the engine.

The safety clutch lever/Operator Presence Control on

the left handlebar is for operator protection. 

DO NOT

tape down or otherwise bypass this Safety Device.

NEVER

 wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the hydraulic trencher. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Item could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

ALWAYS

 wear protective

clothing when operating

the hydraulic trencher.

This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat

loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing protection.

operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND

HOW TO STOP THE HYDRAULIC TRENCHER QUICKLY

IN AN EMERGENCY.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Police the area before trenching. Remove any foreign

objects in the digging area eg bricks, rocks, wire and

sticks. Locate and mark any sprinkler heads, water

pipes, gas lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

5)

DO NOT 

leave the machine unattended while the engine

is running. 

DO NOT

 park on incline or park

perpendicular to slope. 

DO NOT

 freewheel down incline.

7)

DO NOT 

overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will

shorten engine life 

8)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! 

If you get tired while operating

the hydraulic trencher, take a break. If you have any

type of physical or mental condition that may be

aggravated by strenuous work, consult with your

physician before you operate this equipment. 

NEVER

operate the hydraulic trencher under the influence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

NEVER 

operate the unit without the safety

guards in place and in working order. Keep

the unit well maintained and in good working order

Remove the hydraulic trencher from its

trailer. Use caution.

Police the area. Remove any

foreign objects from the area.

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,

gas pipes, telephone cables, etc.

IGNITION:

 Must be in “ON” position to start. “OFF”

to stop.

ENGINE:

 Throttle cable controls engine speed.

Operate at full throttle (all the way forward).

WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL LEVER:

 Controls wheel

speed forward or reverse after clutch lever is engaged.

DIGGING BOOM CONTROL LEVER:

 Raises and lowers

the digging boom.

DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL LEVER:

 must be in “ON”

position BEFORE clutch lever is depressed in order

to start chain in motion. Chain moves in a forward

direction after clutch lever is engaged.

SAFETY CLUTCH LEVER/OPERATOR PRESENCE 

CONTROL:

 (At left handle grip) Activates WHEEL

DRIVE and DIGGING CHAIN controls when depressed.

Stops all motion when released.

FORWARD/REVERSE DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL 

LEVER:

 Allows manual operation of chain in forward

or reverse rotation to dislodge objects or dig difficult

terrain. (This control can be used with the clutch lever

released.) To reverse chain, DIGGING CHAIN control

must be in “OFF” position.

Familiarize yourself with the hydraulic

trencher and its controls.

10)

1)

1)

2)

1)

Free Wheel Hub Feature

 - Operation:

Pull one free wheeling pin slightly, using the split

ring. Rotate the pin until the 3mm (1/8”) diameter roll

pin aligns with the slot in the mounting plate. Allow

the pin to slide through the slot. Repeat for the other

wheel. Roll the trencher until each pin drops into a

hole in the hub. The wheel hubs are now locked.

Reverse the procedure to unlock the wheels.

2)

DO NOT 

allow other persons near the hydraulic

trencher. It is up to the operator to keep

bystanders and animals a minimum of 6 metres

(20ft) away from the machine while in operation.

12)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher in an

enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison.

13)

WARNING: 

Hydraulic oil is under extreme

pressure and can get under skin and burn

or poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.

14)

STOP 

the engine and disconnect the spark

plug lead(s) and allow engine to cool before

inspecting or performing maintenance on

the hydraulic trencher.

15)

REFUELLING 

* Shut off engine. 

DO NOT REFUEL AN ENGINE

   WHILE OPERATING!

*  Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes

* Do not smoke. *Allow no naked flame

  or hot material in refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.

  Remember, fuel is a potential hazard.

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for

   fuel expansion.

*  

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Use clean,

   fresh unleaded fuel.

*  

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

16)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, FEET AND BODY

AWAY FROM THE DIGGING CHAIN AND OTHER

MOVING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)

ALWAYS

 operate

hydraulic trencher

on level ground only.

6)

MAXIMUM

ANGLE OF

OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED 15

º

 ANGLE

BEFORE USE

OPERATION

TRANSPORT

SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

8) 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR 

HANDS, FEET AND 

BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DISCHARGE ZONE AREA WHILE THE ENGINE 

IS RUNNING.

9) 

SAFETY FIRST –

Stay Alert, Do Not Get Hurt

Read this section before use!

The HT912 Hydraulic Trencher is designed to dig trenches and therefore is potentially
dangerous. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury.

It is important that you read and understand the contents of this manual and that you allow only
mature, adult individuals to operate your HT912 Hydraulic Trencher. It is your responsibility to
ensure that any individual who operates your Trencher have read and understood this manual.

Never use the Hydraulic Trencher for any other purpose than digging trenches. The machine is
designed for this purpose only. Any other use may cause serious or even fatal injury and/or damage
to the machine.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

The information contained in this manual has been prepared to assist you in the safe operation, the routine
maintenance and general care of your Red Roo product. By following these guidelines, you may look
forward to years of reliable service from your Red Roo. Information is categorised and denoted by the
following symbols and phrases:

SAFETY

Identifies general safety practices.

FIRST

DANGER!

An instruction which, if not followed, could result in serious or fatal injury.

WARNING!

An instruction which, if not followed, could result in personal injury.

CAUTION!

An instruction which, if not followed, could damage machine components.

4

HAZARD SYMBOLS & MEANINGS

Before operating this Machine read

and observe all Warnings, Cautions

and Instructions on the Machine and

in the Operators Manual. Although the

reading of information contained in

this manual does not eliminate the

risk involved in operating this

machine, your understanding of this

information will promote the correct

and safe use of your machine. Failure

to follow Instructions and Safety

Information could result in serious

injury or death.

Read

Hearing

Protection

Eye

Protection

Wear

Gloves

Cut Hand

No

Bystanders

High Pressure

Fluid

Moving

Parts

Hot

Surfaces

Don’t Refuel

Hot Engine

Check Before

Digging

Explosion

Electrical

Shock

Toxic

Fumes

Remove Spark

Plug Leads

Identifies general safety practices.

An instruction which, if not followed, could result in serious or fatal injury.

An instruction which, if not followed, could result in personal injury.

An instruction which, if not followed, could damage machine components.

SAFETY FIRST –

Stay Alert, Do Not Get Hurt

Read this section before use!

The HT912 Hydraulic Trencher is designed to dig trenches and therefore is potentially
dangerous. Careless or improper use may cause serious or even fatal injury.

It is important that you read and understand the contents of this manual and that you allow only
mature, adult individuals to operate your HT912 Hydraulic Trencher. It is your responsibility to
ensure that any individual who operates your Trencher have read and understood this manual.

Never use the Hydraulic Trencher for any other purpose than digging trenches. The machine is
designed for this purpose only. Any other use may cause serious or even fatal injury and/or damage
to the machine.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

The information contained in this manual has been prepared to assist you in the safe operation, the routine
maintenance and general care of your Red Roo product. By following these guidelines, you may look
forward to years of reliable service from your Red Roo. Information is categorised and denoted by the
following symbols and phrases:

SAFETY

Identifies general safety practices.

FIRST

DANGER!

An instruction which, if not followed, could result in serious or fatal injury.

WARNING!

An instruction which, if not followed, could result in personal injury.

CAUTION!

An instruction which, if not followed, could damage machine components.

4

HAZARD SYMBOLS & MEANINGS

Before operating this Machine read

and observe all Warnings, Cautions

and Instructions on the Machine and

in the Operators Manual. Although the

reading of information contained in

this manual does not eliminate the

risk involved in operating this

machine, your understanding of this

information will promote the correct

and safe use of your machine. Failure

to follow Instructions and Safety

Information could result in serious

injury or death.

Read

Hearing

Protection

Eye

Protection

Wear

Gloves

Cut Hand

No

Bystanders

High Pressure

Fluid

Moving

Parts

Hot

Surfaces

Don’t Refuel

Hot Engine

Check Before

Digging

Explosion

Electrical

Shock

Toxic

Fumes

Remove Spark

Plug Leads

4

  

NEVER

 operate the chipper mulcher shredder 

without the safety guards in place and in good 

working order. Always keep the chipper mulcher

 

shredder well maintained and in good working order. 

10)  

DO NOT LEAVE THE MACHINE UNATTENDED 

WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)  

DO NOT

 over speed the engine or alter the governor 

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will shorten 

engine life.

12) 

  

NEVER OPERATE THE CHIPPER 

MULCHER SHREDDER IN AN ENCLOSED 

AREA.

 Engine exhaust contains carbon 

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison 

that can kill.

13) 

  

STOP

 the engine, disconnect the spark 

plug leads and allow engine to cool before 

inspecting or performing maintenance.

14)  

  

REFUELIING

   

*   Shut off engine. DO NOT REFUEL AN 

ENGINE WHILE OPERATING MACHINE!

   

* ALLOW

 engine to cool down.

   

  Minimum 5 minutes.

   

* USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.

   

* USE CLEAN FRESH UNLEADED FUEL.

   

* Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

   

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for  

fuel expansion.

 

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS

INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the

hydraulic trencher without first reading and

understanding the safety instructions and

NEVER

 allow children to operate the hydraulic trencher.

ALWAYS

 use hydraulic trencher in a well lighted area.

ALWAYS

 make certain that all control clutches are in

the “disengaged” position prior to starting the engine.

The safety clutch lever/Operator Presence Control on

the left handlebar is for operator protection. 

DO NOT

tape down or otherwise bypass this Safety Device.

NEVER

 wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the hydraulic trencher. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Item could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

ALWAYS

 wear protective

clothing when operating

the hydraulic trencher.

This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat

loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing protection.

operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND

HOW TO STOP THE HYDRAULIC TRENCHER QUICKLY

IN AN EMERGENCY.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Police the area before trenching. Remove any foreign

objects in the digging area eg bricks, rocks, wire and

sticks. Locate and mark any sprinkler heads, water

pipes, gas lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

5)

DO NOT 

leave the machine unattended while the engine

is running. 

DO NOT

 park on incline or park

perpendicular to slope. 

DO NOT

 freewheel down incline.

7)

DO NOT 

overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will

shorten engine life 

8)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! 

If you get tired while operating

the hydraulic trencher, take a break. If you have any

type of physical or mental condition that may be

aggravated by strenuous work, consult with your

physician before you operate this equipment. 

NEVER

operate the hydraulic trencher under the influence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

NEVER 

operate the unit without the safety

guards in place and in working order. Keep

the unit well maintained and in good working order

Remove the hydraulic trencher from its

trailer. Use caution.

Police the area. Remove any

foreign objects from the area.

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,

gas pipes, telephone cables, etc.

IGNITION:

 Must be in “ON” position to start. “OFF”

to stop.

ENGINE:

 Throttle cable controls engine speed.

Operate at full throttle (all the way forward).

WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL LEVER:

 Controls wheel

speed forward or reverse after clutch lever is engaged.

DIGGING BOOM CONTROL LEVER:

 Raises and lowers

the digging boom.

DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL LEVER:

 must be in “ON”

position BEFORE clutch lever is depressed in order

to start chain in motion. Chain moves in a forward

direction after clutch lever is engaged.

SAFETY CLUTCH LEVER/OPERATOR PRESENCE 

CONTROL:

 (At left handle grip) Activates WHEEL

DRIVE and DIGGING CHAIN controls when depressed.

Stops all motion when released.

FORWARD/REVERSE DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL 

LEVER:

 Allows manual operation of chain in forward

or reverse rotation to dislodge objects or dig difficult

terrain. (This control can be used with the clutch lever

released.) To reverse chain, DIGGING CHAIN control

must be in “OFF” position.

Familiarize yourself with the hydraulic

trencher and its controls.

10)

1)

1)

2)

1)

Free Wheel Hub Feature

 - Operation:

Pull one free wheeling pin slightly, using the split

ring. Rotate the pin until the 3mm (1/8”) diameter roll

pin aligns with the slot in the mounting plate. Allow

the pin to slide through the slot. Repeat for the other

wheel. Roll the trencher until each pin drops into a

hole in the hub. The wheel hubs are now locked.

Reverse the procedure to unlock the wheels.

2)

DO NOT 

allow other persons near the hydraulic

trencher. It is up to the operator to keep

bystanders and animals a minimum of 6 metres

(20ft) away from the machine while in operation.

12)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher in an

enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison.

13)

WARNING: 

Hydraulic oil is under extreme

pressure and can get under skin and burn

or poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.

14)

STOP 

the engine and disconnect the spark

plug lead(s) and allow engine to cool before

inspecting or performing maintenance on

the hydraulic trencher.

15)

REFUELLING 

* Shut off engine. 

DO NOT REFUEL AN ENGINE

   WHILE OPERATING!

*  Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes

* Do not smoke. *Allow no naked flame

  or hot material in refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.

  Remember, fuel is a potential hazard.

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for

   fuel expansion.

*  

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Use clean,

   fresh unleaded fuel.

*  

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

16)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, FEET AND BODY

AWAY FROM THE DIGGING CHAIN AND OTHER

MOVING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)

ALWAYS

 operate

hydraulic trencher

on level ground only.

6)

MAXIMUM

ANGLE OF

OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED 15

º

 ANGLE

BEFORE USE

OPERATION

TRANSPORT

  * Do not smoke.

   

*  Allow no naked flame or hot material in 

refuelling area.

 

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS

INSTRUCTIONS

DO NOT

 allow any person to operate the

hydraulic trencher without first reading and

understanding the safety instructions and

NEVER

 allow children to operate the hydraulic trencher.

ALWAYS

 use hydraulic trencher in a well lighted area.

ALWAYS

 make certain that all control clutches are in

the “disengaged” position prior to starting the engine.

The safety clutch lever/Operator Presence Control on

the left handlebar is for operator protection. 

DO NOT

tape down or otherwise bypass this Safety Device.

NEVER

 wear loose fitting clothing or jewellery when

operating the hydraulic trencher. Keep all clothing

away from moving parts. Item could become

caught in the machine, resulting in injury.

ALWAYS

 wear protective

clothing when operating

the hydraulic trencher.

This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat

loose fitting gloves, steel capped boots and hearing protection.

operating instructions. 

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND

HOW TO STOP THE HYDRAULIC TRENCHER QUICKLY

IN AN EMERGENCY.

1)

2)

3)

4)

Police the area before trenching. Remove any foreign

objects in the digging area eg bricks, rocks, wire and

sticks. Locate and mark any sprinkler heads, water

pipes, gas lines, electrical and telephone cables or any

other hazard either below or above ground.

5)

DO NOT 

leave the machine unattended while the engine

is running. 

DO NOT

 park on incline or park

perpendicular to slope. 

DO NOT

 freewheel down incline.

7)

DO NOT 

overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will

shorten engine life 

8)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher when fatigued.

ALWAYS BE ALERT! 

If you get tired while operating

the hydraulic trencher, take a break. If you have any

type of physical or mental condition that may be

aggravated by strenuous work, consult with your

physician before you operate this equipment. 

NEVER

operate the hydraulic trencher under the influence of

medication, alcohol or drugs.

9)

NEVER 

operate the unit without the safety

guards in place and in working order. Keep

the unit well maintained and in good working order

Remove the hydraulic trencher from its

trailer. Use caution.

Police the area. Remove any

foreign objects from the area.

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,

gas pipes, telephone cables, etc.

IGNITION:

 Must be in “ON” position to start. “OFF”

to stop.

ENGINE:

 Throttle cable controls engine speed.

Operate at full throttle (all the way forward).

WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL LEVER:

 Controls wheel

speed forward or reverse after clutch lever is engaged.

DIGGING BOOM CONTROL LEVER:

 Raises and lowers

the digging boom.

DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL LEVER:

 must be in “ON”

position BEFORE clutch lever is depressed in order

to start chain in motion. Chain moves in a forward

direction after clutch lever is engaged.

SAFETY CLUTCH LEVER/OPERATOR PRESENCE 

CONTROL:

 (At left handle grip) Activates WHEEL

DRIVE and DIGGING CHAIN controls when depressed.

Stops all motion when released.

FORWARD/REVERSE DIGGING CHAIN CONTROL 

LEVER:

 Allows manual operation of chain in forward

or reverse rotation to dislodge objects or dig difficult

terrain. (This control can be used with the clutch lever

released.) To reverse chain, DIGGING CHAIN control

must be in “OFF” position.

Familiarize yourself with the hydraulic

trencher and its controls.

10)

1)

1)

2)

1)

Free Wheel Hub Feature

 - Operation:

Pull one free wheeling pin slightly, using the split

ring. Rotate the pin until the 3mm (1/8”) diameter roll

pin aligns with the slot in the mounting plate. Allow

the pin to slide through the slot. Repeat for the other

wheel. Roll the trencher until each pin drops into a

hole in the hub. The wheel hubs are now locked.

Reverse the procedure to unlock the wheels.

2)

DO NOT 

allow other persons near the hydraulic

trencher. It is up to the operator to keep

bystanders and animals a minimum of 6 metres

(20ft) away from the machine while in operation.

12)

NEVER 

operate the hydraulic trencher in an

enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon

monoxide, an odourless and tasteless poison.

13)

WARNING: 

Hydraulic oil is under extreme

pressure and can get under skin and burn

or poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.

14)

STOP 

the engine and disconnect the spark

plug lead(s) and allow engine to cool before

inspecting or performing maintenance on

the hydraulic trencher.

15)

REFUELLING 

* Shut off engine. 

DO NOT REFUEL AN ENGINE

   WHILE OPERATING!

*  Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes

* Do not smoke. *Allow no naked flame

  or hot material in refuelling area.

* Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.

  Remember, fuel is a potential hazard.

*  Do not over-fill fuel tank. Allow space for

   fuel expansion.

*  

USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY. Use clean,

   fresh unleaded fuel.

*  

Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.

16)

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, FEET AND BODY

AWAY FROM THE DIGGING CHAIN AND OTHER

MOVING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.

11)

ALWAYS

 operate

hydraulic trencher

on level ground only.

6)

MAXIMUM

ANGLE OF

OPERATION

DO NOT EXCEED 15

º

 ANGLE

BEFORE USE

OPERATION

TRANSPORT

 

*  Use only approved fuel containers and 

funnels.

  

REMEMBER FUEL IS A POTIENTIAL  

FIRE HAZARD/HANDLE WITH CAUTION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FOR CMS80 USERS

TRANSPORT

1)  

DO NOT 

exceed 80kms per hour (50mph) when towing 

the CMS80. Always use extreme caution when towing.

BEFORE USE

1)  

WARNING:  

Before starting engine, inspect the 

chipper and mulcher shredder hoppers and 

remove any foreign debris or branches. 

Perform a thorough visual inspection of the chipper 

mulcher shredder and the chipper disc drive system.

OPERATION

1)    Familiarize yourself with the chipper mulcher shredder 

and its controls.

2)    Wear safety glasses, 

or helmet and visor 

combination, loose fitting 

gloves, hearing protection and steel capped boots.

3)    No foreign objects such as stones, steel, cans, glass, 

wire, rope or nails should be fed into the machine, as 

damange will occur.

SAFETY  INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

USE COMMON SENSE

AND PLENTY OF IT

TRANSPORT

BEFORE USE

1)

DO NOT allow any person operate the
rotary hoe without first reading and
understanding the safety 

instructions

 and

operating instructions.

2)

NEVER allow children to operate the rotary hoe.

8)

ALWAYS make certain the Tyne Control Lever is
set at neutral while loading and unloading the
rotary hoe, or moving to and away from working area.

9)

NEVER run the machine in reverse while the tynes
are rotating. Always move the tyne control lever to
“OFF” before reversing the wheels.

11) DO NOT leave the machine unattended while the

engine is running.

12) DO NOT overspeed the engine or alter the governor

settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and will
shorten engine life.

13)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe in an
enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, an odourless and
tasteless poison.

14)

STOP the engine and disconnect the
spark plug lead(s) and allow engine to 
cool before inspecting or performing
maintenance on the rotary hoe.

15)

1)

REFUELLING 
* Shut off the engine. DO NOT REFUEL
  AN ENGINE WHILE OPERATING!
* Allow engine to cool. Minimum 5 minutes
USE UNLEADED FUEL ONLY.
  Use clean, fresh unleaded fuel.
Do not mix oil with unleaded fuel.
* Do not over-fill fuel tank.  Allow space
   for fuel expansion.

10)

NEVER operate the unit without the safety
guards in place and in working order. Keep 
the unit well maintained and in good 
working order.

4)

ALWAYS use the rotary
hoe in a well lighted area.

7)

NEVER operate the rotary hoe when fatigued.
ALWAYS BE ALERT! If you get tired while
operating the rotary hoe, take a break. If you have
any type of physical or mental condition that may
be aggravated by strenuous work, consult with
your physician before you operate this equipment.
NEVER operate the rotary hoe under the influence
of medication, alcohol or drugs.

6)

DO NOT allow other persons near the
rotary hoe. It is up to the operator to keep
bystanders and animals a minimum of 6

5)

 

                          

ALWAYS 

operate the rotary

 

                          hoe on level ground only. 

 

                          Police the area before rotary 

hoeing. Remove any foreign objects in the digging 
area - bricks, rocks, wire and sticks. Locate and mark
any sprinkler heads, water pipes, gas lines, 
electrical and telephone cables or any other hazard
either below or above ground.

3)

ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating
the rotary hoe. This includes, but is not limited to;
safety glasses, loose fitting gloves, steel capped 
boots and hearing protection. NEVER wear loose 
fitting clothing or jewellery when operating the 
rotary hoe. Keep all clothing away from moving
parts. Items could become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.

KNOW THE CONTROLS AND HOW TO STOP
THE ROTARY HOE QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

metres (20’) away from the machine while in
operation. 

ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS, 

FEET AND BODY AWAY FROM 

THE DIGGING ZONE WHILE 

ENGINE IS RUNNING.

                

* Do not smoke.

                * Allow no naked flame or hot material in refuelling area.
                  * Use only approved fuel containers and funnels.
                    Remember, fuel is a potential hazard                                            .  

Be sure Tyne Control Lever is set to “Neutral”
while loading and unloading the rotary hoe
and when moving to or from jobsite.

Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut
as low as possible.

2)

If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard
ground conditions, it is recommended to water
the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time 
for earth to soften.

3)

Police the area. Remove any
foreign objects from the area.

4)

Identify and mark the location of sprinkler heads,
gas pipes, telephone cables etc.

“The Right Way to Rent”

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

GT5

GARDEN

TILLER

OPERATION OF GT622

1) Remove the garden tiller 

from its trailer/carrier/ute. Use caution.

2) Familiarize yourself with the machine and its

controls.

5) Ensure the tyne engagement control lever is in 

the neutral position. The tyne engagement 

control lever is located 
machine below handle bar. The neutral position 

on the left hand side of the 

of the lever is achieved by simply releasing the   

tyne engagement control lever.

4)

3) Adjust wheels if required, using the handle wheel

adjustment lever.

Adjust depth shoe if required, using the depth 
control adjustment lever.

6)

Open fuel shut-off valve. Set choke 

control to Choke or Start position. 
Set throttle control to Run or Fast

position. Set engine

stop switch to On or
Run position. Pull

starter cord rapidly.
Repeat (if necessary)

with choke off.

pull up on the tyne engagement control lever. 

The tynes will begin to turn. Release the tyne

7) When in position to begin garden tilling,

 engagement control lever to stop the tynes turning. 

Tyne speed is governed by engine throttle setting.

WARNING! – KEEP HANDS AND

FEET CLEAR OF TYNES AT ALL

TIMES!

8) Do not hurry the job. Proceed slowly and allow

the machine time to do the job. When ground

is extremely hard, reduce engine speed. Consider
watering the surface and reducing engine speed.
Adjust wheels and depth shoe accordingly while
tilling

WARNING! – IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY,

RELEASE THE TYNE ENGAGEMENT

CONTROL LEVER. ALL TILLING ACTION

STOPS. Turn the engine "STOP" switch 

to off located on the engine.

9) Stop Engine: Release the tyne engagement 

control lever. Move throttle to Slow position.  

Set engine stop switch to Stop or Off position. 

DO NOT move choke

position to stop engine.

Backfire or engine

damage may occur.

AFTER USE

1)

Turn fuel shut off valve to the "OFF"

position.

2)   Allow machine to cool down. 

3) Wash mud and dirt off of the garden tiller.

Ensure no water enters the carburettor.

4) Remove any weeds, wire, rope or other

material that may have wrapped around the

tynes and rotor assembly.

5) Return wheels and depth control handle to

transport position.

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control to Choke or Start

You alone know the operational demands and
special conditions affecting the equipment in
your situation and therefore assume the
responsibility for developing, carrying out, and
enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your
own operation to effect the greatest safety for
yourself and the people around you.

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