Honda FC600 Owner's Manual page 8

TILLER SAFETY
Fire and Burn Hazards
• The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
— Keep the tiller at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings and other
equipment during operation.
— Keep flammable materials away from the tiller.
• The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a
while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while
it is hot. Let the engine cool before storing the tiller indoors.
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Allow the
engine to cool if the tiller has been in operation. Refuel only outdoors in a
well-ventilated area with the engine OFF. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Never
smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away.
Always store gasoline in an approved container. Make sure that any spilled
fuel has been wiped up before starting the engine.
Avoid Rotating Tines
Rotating tines can cause serious cuts and even amputate body parts. Keep
away from the tine area whenever the engine is running. If you need to work
around the tines to clear object accumulation or for any other reason, always
shut off the engine. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and wear heavy gloves
when you need to clean the tine area or handle the tines.
Clear Tilling Area
A tine can throw rocks and other objects with enough force to cause serious
injury. Before starting the engine, carefully inspect the area and remove all
stones, sticks, bones, nails, pieces of wire, and other loose objects. Be
aware if children are in the area; stop the tiller. Never operate the tines over
gravel.
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