SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT FILL TANK COMPLETELY FULL. DO NOT
SMOKE WHILE YOU FILL FUEL TANK. DO NOT
REMOVE GAS CAP IF ENGINE
IS RUNNING.
DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE IN A CONFINED SPACE
WHERE DANGEROUS CARBON MONOXIDE
FUMES CAN COLLECT.
TRAINING
1. Regard the unit as a piece of power equipment and teach
this regard to all who operate this unit.
2. Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment.
3. Never allow children, teenagers or people unfamiliar with
these instructions to use this piece of equipment.
4. Avoid operating unit while people, especially children or pets,
are nearby. Keep in mind that the operator or user is respon-
sible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
5. Be sure you know how to stop the Aerator at a moments
notice.
PREPARATION SAFETY
1. The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not
limited to) protection for the eyes, ears, feet and head is rec-
ommended.
2. While operating, always wear substantial foot wear and long
trousers. Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
3. Area should be free of all obstacles and debris.
ENGINE SAFETY
1. Handle gasoline with care; it is highly flammable.
2. Use an approved gasoline container.
3. Always add fuel before starting the engine.
4. Fill the fuel tank outdoors.
5. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Move
away from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source
of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY
1. Carefully read and follow all caution decals. (See Pg. 5.)
2. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
3. Do not operate machine unless all guards, shields and
covers are in place and in proper working condition.
4. It is essential all operator safety mechanisms be connected
and in operating condition prior to use.
5. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed
the engine. Operating an engine at excessive speed may
increase the hazard of personal injury.
6. Disengage the drive control(s) and tine lowering handle
before starting. (See Pg. 3, Fig 1.)
7. Start the engine carefully with feet well away from the tines.
8. Do not put hands, feet or clothing near rotating parts while
the unit is being operated.
9. Travel up and down slopes at a 45 degree angle rather
than across, to prevent unit from tipping over.
10. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes. Do not get too close to sharp drop-offs or operate
unit on excessively steep slopes.
DO NOT
release control
handle(s) on a slope, this will cause free wheeling, allowing
unit to roll back down the slope. Make sure to leave
yourself room to correct the problem if one arises.
11. Use caution when pulling the unit towards you.
12. Always stop the tines if unit has to be tilted for
transportation or when crossing surfaces (i.e. sidewalks,
driveways, stepping stones, etc.).
13. Never pick up or carry an Aerator while the engine is
running.
14. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire: a)
before checking, cleaning or working on unit, and b) after
striking a foreign object (inspect the unit for damage and
make repairs before restarting and operating).
15. Stop the engine: a) whenever you leave the unit, b) before
refueling, and c) before clearing blockages.
16. Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if
the engine is provided with shut-off valve, turn the fuel off
at the conclusion of operating.
