Product Manual A

MRT190H
800-621-2789 RT190H Rev B.1 Page 11
• Do not transport the machine from one place to another with the engine running.
• Always turn off fuel supply valve on engine before transport.
• Check local regulations for age restrictions on use of this machine.
2.2 PRODUCT-SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
• Do not till above underground utilities, including water lines, gas lines, electric cables or
pipe. Contact appropriate utility representatives to determine if/where electrical
cables, gas lines, water lines, etc. are buried BEFORE operation.
• Do not operate the machine on terrain/soil with large rocks and foreign objects which can
damage the equipment.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine. Rotate the ON/OFF switch located on the
engine to the OFF position. Inspect the machine for damage. If damaged, repair before
starting and operating the machine.
• The tines of the tiller should not rotate when the engine is idling. If they do, contact your
local dealer or Maxim technical service for instruction.
• If an object becomes lodged in the tines, rotate the ON/OFF switch located on the engine
to the OFF position. Allow the machine to cool before attempting to remove the foreign
object.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.
2.3 ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING
E
NGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE
,
AN ODORLESS
,
COLORLESS
,
POISONOUS GAS
.
C
ARBON MONOXIDE
MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON
MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE NAUSEA
, FAINTING OR DEATH, IN ADDITION TO DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND
CONFUSION.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK FRESH AIR AND MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
⚠
CAUTION
HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY
-
PRODUCT OF A FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE
.
FOLLOW
ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT BURNS AND FIRES.
DO NOT ALTER/MODIFY ENGINE:
NEVER ALTER OR MODIFY THE ENGINE FROM THE FACTORY. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY OCCUR IF
ENGINE IS MODIFIED OR ALTERED.
WHEN WORKING ON OR REPLACING PARTS FOR THE ENGINE OR PRODUCT, YOU MUST ALWAYS FLIP THE
ON
/OFF SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION.