• Use extension cords a ndreceptacles
asspecified bythemanufacturer
forall
units withelectric drive motors o relec-
tricstarting m otors.
• Never attempt tomake anyadjustments
while theengine ( motor) isrunning ( ex-
cept w here s pecifically recommended
bymanufacturer).
OPERATION
• Donot p uthands o rfeetnear o runder
rotating parts.
• Exercise extreme caution w hen operat-
ingonorcrossing gravel drives, walks,
orroads. Stay alert f orhidden h azards
ortraffic. Donotcarry passengers.
• After s triking a foreign o bject, stop the
engine ( motor), remove thewire from
thespark plug, thoroughly inspect the
tiller f oranydamage, andrepair the
damage b efore r estarting andoperating
thetiller.
• Exercise caution t oavoid slipping o rfall-
ing.
• Iftheunit s hould s tart t ovibrate a b-
normally, stop theengine ( motor) and
check immediately
forthecause. Vibra-
tionisgenerally a warning oftrouble.
• Stop theengine ( motor) when leaving
theoperating position.
• Take allpossible precautions
when
leaving themachine unattended. Dis-
engage the tines, shift into neutral, and
stop the engine.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
shut off the engine and make certain all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent acci-
dental starting. Disconnect the cord on
electric motors.
• Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust
fumes are dangerous.
• Never operate the tiller without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices in place.
• Keep children and pets away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity
by attempting to tilt too deep at too fast
a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high
speeds on slippery surfaces. Look be-
hind and use care when backing.
• Never allow bystanders near the unit.
• Use only attachments and accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the
tiller.
• Never operate the tiller without good
visibility or light.
• Be careful when tilling in hard ground.
The tines may catch in the ground and
propel the tiller forward.
If this occurs,
let go of the handlebars and do not
restrain the machine.
MAINTENANCE
AND STORAGE
• Keep machine, attachments, and acces-
sories in safe working condition.
• Check shear pins, engine mounting
bolts, and other bolts at frequent inter-
vals for proper tightness to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never store the machine with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present, such as hot water
and space heaters, clothes dryers, and
the like. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.
• Always refer to the operator's guide in-
structions for important details if the tiller
is to be stored for an extended period.
_Look
for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions.
It means
CAUTION!!!
BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_iLCAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it cannot
contact spark plug in order to prevent acci-
dental starting when setting up, transport-
ing, adjusting or making repairs.
dqLWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents,
and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.