• Always use proper care and good
judgment when you are confronted
with a situation that is not covered
in this manual.
• Do not use in rain or wet conditions.
• Do not grasp the exposed
cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the
appliance.
Stopping Work
• Always turn the tiller + cultivator
OFF and disconnect the electrical
power when stopping work or
when changing work areas. Never
leave the machine running when
unattended.
• The tines will continue to rotate
for a short period after turning
OFF the tiller + cultivator. Wait
until the tines have completely
stopped before lifting the machine
or conducting inspection and
maintenance.
• The motor housing remains
hot for a short period after the
machine is turned OFF. Allow the
motor housing to cool completely
before touching or storing near
combustible material.
Maintenance + Storage
a) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws
tight to be sure the equipment is in
safe working condition;
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b) Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure;
c) Replace worn or damaged parts for
safety;
• Maintain or replace safety and
instruction labels.
• Disengage all controls, stop the
engine, and wait until the tines
come to a complete stop before
cleaning, repairing, or inspecting
the tiller + cultivator.
• Regularly check the following:
i) Tines are clear and can rotate freely
– Accumulation of debris around
the tines could impair performance
or damage the motor. Inspect and
clean the area around the tines
before every use.
ii) Safety devices are operating
properly – Do not tamper with or
adjust safety devices.
iii) Bolts and screws are properly
tightened – Visually inspect the
machine for any damage and
ensure that the tiller + cultivator is
in safe working condition.
iv) Use only identical replacement
parts – Always replace damaged
parts with original equipment
manufacturer's
Replacement parts that do not
meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise
safety.
parts
only.
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