Texas A/S TX601TG Manuel De L'utilisateur page 12

Never attempt to make any adjustments, while the
engine is running.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the
machine backwards
Never operate the engine indoor or in areas with low
ventilation. The exhaustion from the engine contains
carbon monoxide. Failure to observe could result in
permanent injury or death.
Gasoline safety
Use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the fumes are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur, when gasoline is
spilled on yourself or your clothes. Rinse your skin and
change clothes immediately!
Use only an approved gasoline container. Do not use
soft drink bottle or similar!
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources
of ignition.
Never refuel your machine indoors.
Let the engine cool down before refilling
Never fill the fuel tank to more than 2.5 cm below bottom
of filler in order to provide space for fuel to expansion.
After refueling, ensure that the cap tighten securely.
Never use the lock-function on the gasoline gun, when
refueling.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Never refuel inside a building or where gasoline fumes
may get in contact with an ignition source.
Keep gasoline and engine away from appliance, pilot
lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, etc.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this shall be done
outdoors
Maintenance and storage
The engine shall be stopped when carrying out
maintenance and cleaning operations, when changing
tools and when being transported by means other than
under its own power.
Check regularly that all bolts and nuts are tightened.
Retighten if necessary.
The engine must be completely cooled before storing
indoors or covered.
If the machine unused for a period of time, please refer
to the instructions in this manual.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
Only use original spare parts or accessories. If not
original parts or accessories is used, the liability is no
longer applied.
Replace faulty silencers.
Miscellaneous
The gears are delivered pre-greased. However, always
ensure they are well greased before each use.
The motor is not pre-filled with oil.
Factory-fitted control devices, such as the handle-
mounted clutch cable, must not be removed or exposed.
Only drain the fuel tank outdoors. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the fumes are explosive.
Ensure that the machine is properly secured when
transported on a flatbed etc.
Reduce the throttle during engine shutdown and close
the fuel valve.
Assembly
Please follow the steps in figure:
(Actual model may vary from the illustration shown.)
1. Box content
A. Extension blades
B. Tiller with cables and support wheels
C. Blades Outer
D. Side guards
E. Handlebar (TX602/TX612)
F. Depth skid
G. Bumper
H. Mounting bracket for handlebar (TX602/TX612)
I. Lower handle x2 (TX601/TX611)
J. Handlebar (TX601/TX611)
2. Only for model TX601 / TX611
Fit the lower handle section. Use the supplied mountings
and bolts.
Fit the handle. Use the supplied assembly kit as shown.
3. Only for model TX602 / TX612
Fit the handle into the bracket (1-H) fasten with hand
wheel.
NB: Ensure the bolt goes through the spring.
4. Mount clutch handle as shown on the picture.
5. Mount the side guards using the bolts and nuts supplied.
Note the side guard has to go under the body.
6. Attach the bumper using the bolts and nuts supplied.
7. Mount the blades using the cotter bolts and pins.
Fill the motor with oil.
See changing the oil section for more details.
Clothing
When using the machine, wear close-fitting work clothes,
hard-wearing work gloves, ear defenders and non-slip boots
with steel toecaps.
Operating the tiller
Ensure the machine is placed on a level surface
with the support wheels lowered prior to start.
Remove all foreign objects from the work area
before using the machine. Stones, glass, branches
and similar items may damage the tiller. Also check
the bolts on the tiller are tightened.
Start the motor as per the instructions below. Stand
clear of the machine's moving parts.
Never attempt to move the machine in any way
other than intended for normal use while the motor
is running.
The tiller is designed for use in vegetable gardens and
flowerbeds. Ensure that you are familiar with these
instructions before operating the machine, in particular the
motor start and stop procedures.
Fig 10B: To use the black handle the control stick must first
be activated. By tilting the control stick to the right or left side
and then activate the black handle lever, the tiller will move
forward or backwards.
Pay attention while reversing. It is important that the area is
cleared, for any obstacle before reversing. Never reverse the
tiller against a wall, tree or any other fixed obstacle.
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