Swisher E4-U3006, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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This machine operates at very high 

speeds and has the potential to do serious 

damage if misused, abused or mishandled. 

To reduce the risk of injury, you must 

maintain control at all times, and observe 

all safety precautions during operation. 

Never permit a person without training or 

instruction to operate this machine!

Stay Alert

You must be physically and mentally fit to 

operate this unit safely. 

General Safety Instructions

WARNING!

Never make unauthorized 

attachment installations. 

WARNING!

Never operate power equip-

ment of any kind if you are tired or 

if you are under the influence of 
alcohol, drugs, medication or any 
other substance that could affect 
your ability or judgement.

Never 

smoke or light fires near the 

unit.

Always 

stop the engine and allow it 

to cool before refueling. Avoid over-

filling and wipe off any fuel that may 
have spilled.

Never

 place flammable material 

close to the engine muffler.

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Always

 move the unit to a place well 

away from a fuel storage area or oth-

er readily flammable materials before 
starting the engine. Use caution when 
handling fuel. Move the power tool at 
least 10 feet (3 meters) from the fuel-
ing point before starting the engine.

Never

 run the engine without the 

spark arrester screen in place. Do 
not operate the machine with the 

muffler removed.

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WARNING! 

Minimize the Risk of Fire

Be careful when operating on a slope 

or on slippery terrain, especially dur-

ing rainy weather.
Never operate this machine around 

buried electrical cables!
Do not operate the tiller/cultivator in 

standing water.

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If the tines jam, switch the engine OFF, 

disconnect the spark plug lead, and 

inspect the tines, axles and gearcase for 

damage.
Never operate the tiller/cultivator 

around vines or roots  that could tangle 

in the tines and cause loss of control. 

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Maintain a shallow working angle 

and 

avoid steep angles of operation. A 

steep working angle risks loss of con-

trol of the machine. 
Transport the machine with the en-

gine OFF. 

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Work Safely: Be Aware of the Working Environment