Before Operating; While Operating; Safety Warnings - MTD 769-01620 Manual De Instrucciones Del Usuario

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BEFORE OPERATING

• Read the operator's manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit.
Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls
quickly.
• Never allow children to operate the unit. Never allow
any one but adults to operate the unit without proper
instruction.
• Inspect the unit before use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Failure to do so can result in
personal injury to the operator and bystanders, as well
as damage to the unit
• Be aware of the risk of injury to the head, hands and
feet.
• Carefully inspect the area before starting the unit.
Remove all debris and hard or sharp objects such as
rocks, broken glass, wire, or string which can be
thrown or become entangled in the tines.
• Clear the area of children, bystanders, and pets. At a
minimum, keep all children, bystanders and pets
outside a 15 meters (50 ft.) radius; there still may be a
risk to bystanders from thrown objects. Bystanders
should wear eye protection. If you are approached,
stop the unit immediately.

SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: Petrol (gasoline) is highly flammable, and its
vapors can explode if ignited. Take the following
precautions:
• Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and
approved for the storage of such materials.
• Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before
filling the fuel tank. Never remove the cap of the fuel
tank, or add fuel, when the engine is hot.
• Add fuel in a clean, well-ventilated area outdoors
where there are no sparks or flames. Slowly remove
the fuel cap only after stopping engine. Do not smoke
while fueling or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
from the unit immediately.
• Move the unit at least 9.1 m (30 ft.) from the fueling
source and site before starting the engine. Do not
smoke, keep sparks and open flames from the area
while adding fuel or operating the unit.

WHILE OPERATING

• Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. Operate
this unit only in a well ventilated area outdoors.
SAFETY WARNINGS
• Wear safety glasses or goggles and ear/hearing
protection when operating this unit. Wear safety
glasses for all operations, i.e. preparation, operation
and maintenance.
• Wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and long sleeve
shirt. Do not wear, short pants, sandals or go barefoot.
Wear protective boots that will improve footing.
• The tine guard and wheel bracket assembly must
always be in place while operating.
• Be sure the tines are not in contact with anything
before starting the unit.
• The operator and unit must be in a stable position
while starting. See Fig. 9 and Starting/Stopping
Instructions.
• Use the right tool. Only use this tool for the purpose
intended.
• This unit has a clutch. The tines remain stationary
when the engine is idling. If they do not, have the unit
adjusted by an authorized
service technician.
• Do not force unit. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of injury at a rate for which it was designed.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the unit
towards you.
• Do not overreach, take extra care when working on
slopes or inclines. Always keep proper footing and
balance. To prevent overturning, operate the tiller up
and down the slope or incline.
• Never operate the unit on slippery surfaces or steep
slopes.
• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.
Keep a firm grip on the handlebar grips.
• Be careful when tilling hard ground. The tines may
catch in the ground and propel the cultivator forward.
If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not
restrain the machine.
• The tines become very sharp from use. Always wear
heavy gloves when handling, removing, installing or
cleaning the tines.
• Do not touch the engine, muffler or gearbox. These
parts get extremely hot from operation. When turned
off they remain hot for a short time.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or
crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
• If you strike or become entangled with a foreign
object, stop the engine immediately and check for
damage. Do not operate before repairing damage. Do
not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts.
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