substantial footwear and long
EN
trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals;
b) Thoroughly inspect the area where
the equipment is to be used and
remove all objects which can be
thrown by the machine;
c) Never pick up or carry a machine
while the engine is running;
d) Stop the engine;
- whenever you leave the machine;
Operation
• Do not operate the machine while
under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
• Keep all safety devices in place and
in proper working order. Do not
operate with missing or damaged
components.
• Ensure the controls (start/
stop) function properly before
cultivating.
• Hold onto the tiller + cultivator
with both hands during operation.
Ensure the grips are dry. Push the
safety lock button and then hold
the ON/OFF trigger in order to start
the machine.
• Contact with rotating parts can
amputate hands and feet. Keep
hands and feet away from all
rotating parts.
• Only operate the tiller + cultivator
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when there is good visibility or
light and dry conditions. Always
watch your footing and keep a firm
hold on the grips. Walk; don't run!
• Do not operate the tiller +
cultivator on slippery surfaces.
Check your footing during use.
• Exercise caution when changing
direction and operating the tool
on slopes. Always keep feet and
legs a safe distance away from the
machine. Look for hidden obstacles
or hazards.
• Do not overload machine capacity
by attempting to cultivate too
deeply. It will cause excessive
resistance.
• Release the ON/OFF trigger in
order to stop the machine. Stop the
tiller + cultivator and disconnect
the electric cord before leaving
the operating position (behind
the handles) to adjust or inspect
the unit. Wait until the tines have
come to a complete stop.
• If the tiller + cultivator should start
to vibrate abnormally, stop the
machine and inspect thoroughly
for damage.
• Turn the machine OFF and
disconnect the electrical power
when moving to a new work area.
Allow the tines to completely stop
rotating before transporting the
unit.