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TILLER SAFETY
Fire and Burn Hazards
• The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
– Keep the tiller at least 1 meter away from buildings and other
equipment during operation.
– Keep flammable materials away from the tiller.
• The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a
while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler
while it is hot. Let the engine cool before storing the tiller indoors.
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
Do not refuel during operation.
Allow the engine to cool if it has been in operation.
Refuel only outdoors in a well-ventilated area and on a level surface.
Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away.
Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up and cleaned before
starting the engine.
Always store gasoline in an approved container.
Avoid Rotating Tines
Rotating tines can cause serious cuts and even amputate body parts.
Keep away from the tine area whenever the engine is running. If you
need to work around the tines to clear object accumulation or for any
other reason, always shut off the engine. Disconnect the spark plug
cap, and wear heavy gloves when you need to clean the tine area or
handle the tines.
Clear Tilling Area
A tine can throw rocks and other objects with enough force to cause
serious injury. Before tilling, carefully inspect the area and remove all
stones, sticks, bones, nails, pieces of wire, and other foreign objects. If
children get close to the operation area, stop the tiller and shut off the
engine. Never operate the tines over gravel, cement, slab or stony
mountain.
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