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WARNING:Thiscuttingmachineiscapableofamputatinghandsandfeetandthrowingobjects.Failureto
observethefollowingsafetyinstructionscouldresultinseriousinjuryordeath.
iMPORTANT
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are a means of attracting
attention to important or critical information in this
manual.
Look for this symbol to point out important
safety precautions. It means -- Attention!
Become Alert! Your safety is involved.
TRAINING
• Read opening and service instructions carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the equipment.
• Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not
allow adults to operate the machine without proper
instruction.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
PREPARATION
• Check the fuel and lubrication before starting the
engine. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors when
the engine is running or while the engine is still hot.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.
• Inspect the area to be tilled. Remove glass, wire,
metal objects, large sticks, and stones. Avoid
underground pipes and wiring.
• Have a complete working knowledge of your tractor
and know how to handle your tractor with a tiller or
other attachment attached.
OPERATION
• Give complete and undivided attention to the job at
hand. Operate the tiller in daylight or good artificial
light.
• Personal injury may result from contact with the
augers or debris thrown by this machine. Therefore,
always stay a safe distance away from the augers.
• Stop the tiller engine when leaving your tiller
unattended.
• Check before each use for loose fasteners or parts.
• Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank
inside of a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark. Allow engine to cool before storing in
an enclosure.
• Stop engine and disconnect spark plug lead wire
before cleaning augers, removing obstacles, or
making adjustments, except for those which must
be done with the engine running.
• Never place hands or feet under or into rotating
parts or concealed areas. Keep hands and feet
clearly away from auger elements, belts, pulleys,
etc. while engine is running.
• Wear substantial shoes and eye protection while
using tiller.
• Never attempt to make a maintenance adjustment
while engine is running, except on the carburetor.
• Do not run the engine indoors; carbon monoxide
fumes are dangerous to inhale.
• Never operate machine without proper guards,
plates, or other safety protective devices in place.
• Disengage the Tine Clutch Lever, stop tiller and
tractor engines before getting off the tractor.
• Disengage the Tine Clutch Lever and stop the tiller
engine during transportation to and from the work
area.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Follow maintenance instructions as outlined in this
manual and your Engine Owner's Manual supplied
with the unit.
• Disconnect spark plug wire before making
maintenance adjustment or repair.
• Store gasoline in an approved metal container in a
cool, dry place.
• Safety and performance levels can be assured only
by the use of specified replacement parts.
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an
internal combustion engine and should
not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered or grass-covered land
unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with
a spark attester meeting applicable local or state
laws (if any). If a spark attester is used, it should be
maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California, the above law is required by
law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on Federal lands. A spark attester for the
muffler is available through your nearest Sears
Authorized Service Center.
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