Honda FRC800 Owner's Manual page 9

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.
Do not refuel during operation.
Allow the engine to cool if it has been in operation.
Refuel only outdoors in a well-ventilated area and on a level surface.
Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away.
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the
engine.
Always store gasoline in an approved container.
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 an 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 tilling, 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 shop area, stop the tiller. Never operate the
tines over gravel.
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