Safety Instructions - Honda FG201 Owner's Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Special attention should be paid to sections preceded by the following words:
Danger of serious injury or fatal accident if instructions are not complied with.
CAUTION:
• Danger of injury or damage to the equipment if instructions are not complied with.
NOTE: These paragraphs contain useful information.
This symbol warns you to be especially careful when performing specific
operations. See the safety instructions on the following pages with reference to
SAFETY
the point or points indicated in the box.
TRAINING
A1. Carefully read the instructions in this manual. Before using your tiller, familiarize yourself with how to use it correctly
and with its controls. Make sure you know how to stop the implements and the engine quickly.
A2. Use the tiller for its intended purpose, i.e. tilling soil. Using it for any other purpose could be dangerous or result in
damage to the machine.
A3. Your tiller has been designed in accordance with the applicable European safety standards. For your own safety,
you should not modify the characteristics of your machine and you should use only tools or accessories
recommended by the manufacturer.
A4. Never allow children or anyone unfamiliar with the instructions to use the tiller. Laws in your country may stipulate
operator age restrictions.
A5. Do not use the tiller in the following circumstances:
- when there are people, especially children, or pets nearby;
- if you have taken any medicine or substance which may affect your reactions and judgement;
- when the mudguards or protective casings have been removed;
- on ground with a slope of more than 10° (17%).
A6. It is the user's responsibility to assess the potential risks of the ground to be worked on and to take every necessary
precaution to ensure his or her own safety, especially on sloping, uneven, slippery or soft ground.
A7. Remember that the owner or operator is responsible for any accidents or risks to third parties and their property.
PREPARATION
B1. Check the condition of the tiller before using it, in order to avoid any accidents or damage to the machine.
B2. Make sure all attachment fittings are properly tightened.
B3. WARNING: DANGER! Petrol is extremely flammable.
- Store fuel in specially designed containers.
- Refuel the machine outdoors only, with the engine switched off. Do not smoke during refuelling or while handling
fuel.
- Never remove the fuel filler cap or fill up the fuel tank when the engine is running or while it is still hot.
- Do not start the engine in the presence of spilled fuel. Move the tiller away from the area and avoid creating any
source of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and vapours have dispersed.
- Make sure that the caps are securely fitted on the fuel tank and on the fuel can.
- After use, place the throttle lever in the "Stop" position and shut off the fuel cock.
B4. Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing and wear strong anti-skid shoes which completely cover the foot.
B5. Remove all stones, wire, glass, large objects, metal objects, etc., from the area to be tilled.
OPERATION
C1. Start the engine with care, in compliance with the operating instructions and keeping your feet well clear of the
rotating implements.
C2. Do not run the engine in an enclosed space where exhaust fumes containing carbon monoxide may accumulate as
this is a toxic gas that can cause fainting and have fatal consequences. Make sure there is adequate ventilation.
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