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Control and Operating Symbols
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The following symbols may be present on your machine. Carefully read and understand their meaning.
Oil Fill Location:
Do Not Overfill.
Fuel ON/OFF Valve: Move fuel valve lever to the ON position to operate the machine.
Choke Lever: Move choke lever to start position (closed) for cold engine starting. Gradually move the choke
lever to the run (open) position once the engine is started, or for warm engine starting.
Throttle Control: Move throttle lever to the left to increase engine speed. Move throttle lever to the right to
decrease engine speed.
Clutch Lever: Squeezing the upper lever towards the handlebar engages the wheels and tines for forward
travel/tilling. Squeezing the lower lever towards the handlebar engages the wheels and tines to reverse (back
up) the tiller.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using this machine and if you have any questions regarding the hazard and safety notices listed in this manual and/or on this machine,
call 1-800-832-2966, Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM Central Time.
Carbon Monoxide Gas:
When in operation, the exhaust from this machine contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
Carbon monoxide gas is both odorless and colorless and may be present even if you do not see or smell gas. Breathing this poison gas
can lead to headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, loss of consciousness and eventually death.
Use this machine ONLY outdoors in non-confined areas.
Keep at least several feet of clearance on all sides to allow for proper ventilation for this machine.
High Temperatures:
This machine produces heat when in operation. Temperatures near the exhaust can exceed 150° Fahrenheit (65° Celsius).
Do not touch hot surfaces. Observe all warning placards on this machine denoting hot surfaces.
Allow this machine to cool for several minutes after use before touching the engine, muffler, or other areas that are hot during operation and before storing or
transporting the machine.
Hot exhaust may ignite some materials. Keep flammable materials away from this machine.
Keep several feet of clearance on all sides of this machine during operation. Do not enclose this machine in any structure.
Usage:
Prolonged exposure to high noise levels can be hazardous to hearing.
Always wear ANSI-approved hearing protection when operating or working around the machine when it is running.
Anytime you are servicing this machine:
To prevent accidental starting, turn the engine kill switch to the “Off” position.
Disconnect the spark plug lead from the spark plug, and secure it away from the spark plug.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts of the machine until it is made safe.
Carefully inspect the area where the tiller will be used:
Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller is to be used and remove all foreign objects
Your equipment can propel small objects at high-speed causing personal injury or property damage.
Stay away from breakable objects, such as house windows, auto glass, greenhouses, etc.
Check that all nuts and bolts are tight and equipment is in good condition before each use.
