Product Manual A

MRT190H
800-621-2789 RT190H Rev B.1 Page 16
2.6 Preparation
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign
objects.
2. Disengage the tines before starting the engine (motor).
3. Always wear substantial footwear and long pants. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
4. Wear ear and eye protection. Eye protection must meet applicable CE requirements. To
avoid hearing damage, we recommend hearing protection be worn whenever using the
equipment.
5. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
6. Use an approved fuel container.
7. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
8. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
9. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before starting.
10. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) is running.
2.7 Operation
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
2. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor) by rotating the ON/OFF switch
located on the engine to the OFF position, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage,
and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
5. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally or make unusual noise, stop the engine
(motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
6. Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position.
7. Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Disengage the tines
and stop the engine by turning the ON/OFF switch located on the engine to the OFF
position.
8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the engine and make certain all moving
parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug
to prevent accidental starting.
9. Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.
10. Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices
in place.
11. Keep children and pets away when operating.
12. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep or too fast.
13. Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care
when backing up.
14. Never allow bystanders near the unit.