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SAFETY RULES
TRAiNiNG
Read Assembly and Service instructions carefully. Be •
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment.
Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not •
allow adults to operate the machine without proper
instruction.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, •
particularly small children and pets.
Check the fuel and lubrication before starting the •
engine. Do not ll the gasoline tank indoors when the
engine is running or while the engine is still hot. Wipe
off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.
Inspect the area to be tilled. Remove glass, wire, •
metal objects, large sticks and stones. Avoid
underground pipes and wiring.
Have a complete working knowledge of your tractor •
and know how to handle your tractor with a tiller or
other attachment attached.
Give complete and undivided attention to the job at •
hand. Operate the tiller in daylight or good articial
light.
Personal injury may result from contact with the tines •
or debris thrown by this machine. Therefore, always
stay a safe distance away from tines.
Stop the tiller engine when leaving your tiller •
unattended.
Check before each use for loose fasteners or parts.•
Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug lead •
wire before cleaning tines, removing obstacles or
making adjustments unless specically told by the
instructions to leave the engine running.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes are a means of attracting
attention to important or critical information in this manual.
YOUR SAFETY iS iNvOLvED
Never place hands or feet under or into rotating parts •
or concealed areas. Keep hands and feet clearly
away from tine elements, belts, pulleys, etc., while
engine is running.
Wear substantial shoes and eye protection while •
using tiller.
Never attempt to make a maintenance adjustment •
except on the carburetor while engine is running.
Do not run the engine indoors; carbon monoxide •
fumes are dangerous to inhale.
Never operate machine without proper guards, plates •
or other safety protective devices in place.
Disengage the Tine Drive Clutch, stop tiller and •
tractor engines before getting off the tractor.
Disengage the Tine Drive Clutch and stop the tiller •
engine during transportation to and from the work
area.
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank •
inside of a building where fumes may reach an open
ame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing
in an enclosure.
Follow maintenance instructions as outlined in this •
manual and your Engine Owners Manual supplied
with the unit.
Disconnect spark plug wire before making any •
maintenance adjustment or repair.
Store gasoline in an approved metal container in a •
cool, dry place.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight. Keep machine •
in good operating condition and keep safety devices
in place.
Safety and performance levels can be assured only •
by the use of specied replacement parts.
