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7. Take all possible precautions when
leavingthe machine unattended. Stop the
engine. Removeignition key on electric
start models. Disconnect spark plug wire
and move it away from the spark plug.
Move Wheel Gear Leverto ENGAGE.
8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect-
ing, stop the engine, remove the ignition
key on electric start models, and make
certain all moving parts havestopped.
Disconnectthe spark plug wire and
prevent it from touching the spark plug to
prevent accidental starting. On electric
start models, always remove the cable
from the negativeside (-) of the battery.
9. Always keepthe tiller tine hood flap
down, unless using the hiller/furrower
attachment.
10. Never usethe tiller unless proper
guards, plates,or other safety protective
devicesare in place.
11. Do not run engine in an enclosed
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is
odorless, colorless, and tasteless.
12. Keep children and pets away.
13. Never operatethe tiller under
engine powerif the Wheel Gear Lever is
in DISENGAGE (FREEWHEEL). In this
position,the wheels will not hold the
tiller backand the revolvingtines could
propelthe tiller rapidly, possibly
causing loss of control. Always move the
Wheel Gear Lever to ENGAGE before
starting the engine or engaging the
tines/wheels with the Forward Clutch
Control or the ReverseClutch Control.
14. Be aware that the tiller may unex-
pectedlybounceupward or jump
forward if the tines shouldstrike
extremely hard packedsoil, frozen
ground,or buried obstacleslike large
stones, roots, or stumps.If in doubt
aboutthe tilling conditions,always use
the following operatingprecautionsto
assistyou in maintainingcontrolof the
tiller:
a.
Walk behindand to one side of the
tiller, using one handon the han-
dlebars. Relax your arm, but use a
secure hand grip.
b. Use shallowerdepth regulatorset-
tings, working graduallydeeper
with each pass.
c. Use slower engine speeds.
d. Clearthe tilling area of all large
stones, rootsand other debris.
e. Avoid using downwardpressure
on handlebars.If need be, use
slight upward pressureto keep the
tines from diggingtoo deeply.
f. Beforecontactinghard packedsoil
at the end of a row, reduceengine
speed and lift handlebarsto raise
tines out of the soil.
g. In an emergency,stop tines and
wheels by releasing whichever
ClutchLever is engaged. Do not
attemptto restrain the tiller.
15. Do not overload the tiller's capacity
by attempting to till too deeply at too fast
a rate.
16. Never operate the tiller at high trans-
port speeds on hard or slippery surfaces.
Look behind and use care when backing
up.
17. Do not operatethe tiller on a slope
that is too steep for safety. When on
slopes, slow down and make sure you
have good footing. Never permit the tiller
to freewheel down slopes.
18. Never allow bystanders near the unit.
19. Only use attachments and acces-
sories that are approved by the tiller
manufacturer.
20. Use tiller attachments and acces-
sories when recommended.
21. Neveroperatethe tiller without good
visibility or light.
22. Neveroperatethe tiller if you are tired,
or under the influenceof alcohol,drugs or
medication.
23. Operatorsshall not tamper with the
engine-governorsettings on the machine;
the governorcontrols the maximum safe
operatingspeedto protectthe engineand
all moving parts from damagecausedby
overspeed.Authorizedserviceshall be
sought if a problemexists.
24. Do not touch engineparts which may
be hotfrom operation. Letparts cool down
sufficiently.
25. The batteryon electricstart modeltillers
contains sulfuric acid.Avoid contact with
skin, eyes,or clothing. Keepout of the
reachof children.
Antidote-External Contact: F lushimme-
diatelywith lots of water.
Antidote-Internal: Drink largequantities
of water or milk. Followwith milk of
magnesia,beateneggs or vegetableoil.
Calla doctor immediately.
Antidote-Eye Contact: F lushwith water
for 15 minutes.Get promptmedical
attention.
26. Batteriesproduceexplosivegases.Keep
sparks, flame,and smoking materialsaway.
Ventilatewhencharging batteriesor when
usinga battery in an enclosedspace.
ALWAYSwearsafety goggleswhen
working near batteries.
27. Pleaseremember:You can alwaysstop
the tines and wheelsby releasingthe
ForwardClutchControl Leveror the
ReverseClutchControl knob (whichever
control you haveengaged),or by moving
the EngineThrottle Control Lever(located
on engine)to STOPon recoil start models
or by turning the ignition keyto OFFon
electric start models.
28. To load or unloadthe tiller, seethe
instructions in Section4 of this Manual.
29. Useextremecaution when reversingor
pulling the machinetowardsyou.
30. Start theengine carefullyaccordingto
instructionsand with feet well away from
the tines.
31. Neverpick up or carry a machinewhile
the engine is running.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Keepthe tiller, attachments and acces-
sories in safe working condition.
2. Checkall nuts, bolts, and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
3. Neverstore the tiller with fuel in the fuel
tank insidea building where ignition
sourcesare presentsuch as hot water and
space heaters,furnaces,clothes dryers,
stoves,electric motors, etc. Allow engineto
cool beforestoring in anyenclosure.
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