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After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug,
thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and
operating the tiller.
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If vegetation clogs the tines, raise the handlebars to elevate the tines, and run the tiller in
reverse. If this does not clean clogged vegetation from the tines,
STOP
STOP
STOP
STOP THE
THE
THE
THE ENGINE
ENGINE
ENGINE
ENGINE AND
AND
AND
AND
DISCONNECT
DISCONNECT
DISCONNECT
DISCONNECT THE
THE
THE
THE SPARK
SPARK
SPARK
SPARK PLUG
PLUG
PLUG
PLUG WIRE
WIRE
WIRE
WIRE
before removing vegetation by hand.
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Engine muffler will be hot from operation. Do not touch in with bare skin or a severe bum
may result.
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If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
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Do not run the engine indoors, exhaust fumes are deadly.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.
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Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and
use care when backing.
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Never allow bystanders near the unit.
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Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller.
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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
backward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine.
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Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Disengage all control
levers, stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and make certain guards and shields
are in place.
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When leaving the operating position for any reason:
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shut off the engine
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wait for all moving parts to stop
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AND
AND
AND
AND STORAGE
STORAGE
STORAGE
STORAGE
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Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition.
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Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
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To prevent accidental starting, always disconnect and secure the spark plug wire from the
spark plug before performing tiller maintenance.
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Never run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.
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Always allow muffler to cool before filling fuel tank.
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Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a closed building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any building.
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Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be
stored for an extended period.
