Tiller Safety; Important Safety Information - Honda FRC800 Owner's Manual

TILLER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Honda tillers are designed to cultivate earth outdoors. Other uses can
result in injury to the operator or damage to the tiller and other
property.
Most accidents can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this
manual and on the tiller. The most common hazards are discussed
below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others.
Operator Responsibility
Know how to stop the tiller quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all tiller controls.
Be very cautious when operating the tiller in REVERSE, especially if
attachments are being used.
Keep a firm hold on the handlebars. They may tend to lift during
clutch engagement.
Be sure the drag bar is in place and properly adjusted.
Be sure that anyone who operates the tiller receives proper
instruction. Do not let children operate the tiller. Keep children and
pets away from the area of operation.
Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless
gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness
and may lead to death.
If you run the tiller in a confined or even partially enclosed area, the
air you breathe could contain dangerous amounts of carbon
monoxide. To keep carbon monoxide from building up, provide
adequate ventilation.
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