Powermate PFTT142.1 Manual De Operación página 5

Important Safety Information
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Repair, Maintenance, and Adjustment Safety
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine . Remove the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from the
plug to prevent accidental starting . Thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage . If damaged, have the equipment
repaired by a trained technician before restarting and operating .
WARNING
• Stop the engine before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the unit . Make sure all moving parts have stopped . Let the
engine cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug .
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically recommended by the
manufacturer .
• Keep the tiller in safe working condition . Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness .
• When servicing or repairing the tiller, do not tip the machine over or up unless specifically instructed to do so in this
manual . Service and repair procedures can be done with the tiller in an upright position . Some procedures will be
easier if the machine is lifted on a raised platform or working surface .
• Use only original equipment or authorized replacement parts .
• Never tamper with safety devices . Check their proper operation regularly .
• Do not change the engine governor setting or over-speed engine .
• Clean and replace safety and instruction decals as necessary .
• To guard against engine over-heating, always have engine debris filter mounted and clean .
Children Safety
WARNING
• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children . Children are often attracted to the
tiller and the tilling activity .
• Keep children out of the tilling area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult .
• Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them .
• Be alert and turn tiller off if children enter the area .
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and down for small children .
• Never allow children to operate the tiller .
• Use extra care when operating near blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obstruct vision .
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