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9. Look down and behind and use care when in
reverse or pulling machine towards you.
10. Start the engine according to the instructions
found in this manual and keep feet well away from
the tines at all times.
11. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground
against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the
machine for any damage. Repair the damage
before starting and operating.
12. Disengage all clutch levers and stop the engine
before you leave the operating position (behind the
handles). Wait until the tines come to a complete
stop before unclogging the tines, making any
adjustments, or inspections.
13. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless, and deadly gas.
14. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
15. Use caution when tilling near fences, buildings and
underground utilities. Rotating tines can cause
property damage or personal injury.
16. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
till soil too deep at too fast of a rate.
17. If the machine should start making unusual noise
or vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire and ground it against the engine. Inspect
thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before
starting and operating.
18. Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in
place and operating properly.
19. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is
running.
20. Use only accessories and attachments approved
for this machine by the machine manufacturer.
Failure to do so, can result in serious injury.
21. If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact
your authorized dealer for assistance.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine
for any damage.
3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make
certain the tine(s) and all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or
over-speed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,
as necessary.
6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting, and storage of this machine.
7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
as on a water heater, space heater, furnace,
clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for
gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
WARNING — YOUR RESPONSIBILITY:
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
Figure 1 Safety labels found on your unit
