916 - 918 Y Series Owner’s/Operator’s Manual
8/30/18
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WORK SITE ASSESSMENT
Examine the work area for any conditions or obstructions that may inhibit tilling or create a safety hazard
for the operator or others. Use the information in this manual combined with good judgment to identify any
hazards to avoid.
In addition to calling to DETERMINE LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES (see previous
section for details), the operator and/or job foreman should visually inspect the work site. Look for
electrical drop boxes, notices of underground placements, manhole covers, recent trenching or tilling
activity, any evidence of possible underground placements, banks, drop-offs, rocks, wire, uneven terrain,
any existing holes and toxic ground conditions.
Only operate tiller outdoors and avoid breathing engine exhaust and fumes.
WARNING
: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas that is toxic. Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and death.
Do not operate tiller near any source of flammable dust or vapors.
WARNING
: Sparks from the engine exhaust can cause an explosion or fire in a flammable or
explosive atmosphere. Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode.
Allow adequate side and overhead clearances between tiller and any objects such as buildings,
fences, and trees.
Adequate lighting is required, daylight or artificial, for safe operation of the tiller.
Keep others away. If the job site is near a road or pedestrian path, warn and divert both motorized
traffic and pedestrians. As appropriate, erect barriers, use traffic flag personnel, signs, cones, and
lighting devices to insure safety.
WARNING
: Someone could step into the tilled area by accident. Walking near the edge of the
tilled area could cause loss of balance and possibly cause someone to fall into the rotating tines.
Contact with the rotating tines while in operation will cause serious injury or even death.
MACHINE FUNCTION CHECK: If the operator releases the CLUTCH LEVER, the wheel drive and
rotating tines should stop. This is intended for your safety and must be maintained in good functional
condition. Contact your dealer or the factory if anything on the tiller does not function properly
.
