Sears 316.2927 - Manual (Page 4)

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operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
5. Be careful when cultivating in hard ground. The
tines may catch in the ground and propel the
cultivator forward. If this occurs, let go of the handle
and do not restrain the machine.
6. Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on hard or slippery surfaces.
7. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
8. Look down, behind, and use care when pulling
machine towards you.
9. Start the engine according to the instructions found
in this manual and keep feet well away from the
tines at all times.
10. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any
damage. Repair the damage before starting and
operating.
11. Disengage all clutch and stop engine before you
leave the operating position (behind the handle).
Wait until the tines come to a complete stop before
unclogging the tines, making any adjustments, or
inspections.
12. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
13. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
14. Use caution when cultivating near fences, buildings
and underground utilities. Rotating tines can cause
property damage or personal injury.
15. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to
cultivate soil to deep or to fast of a rate.
16. If the machine should start making an unusual
noise or vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the
spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.
Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage
before starting and operating.
17. Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in place
and operating properly.
18. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is
running.
19. Use only attachments and accessories available by
the Sears. Failure to do so, can result in personal
injury.
20. If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your
nearest Sears service center.
Maintenance And Storage
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine
for any damage.
3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the
engine and make certain the tines and all moving
parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or
over-speed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,
transporting, and storage of this machine.
7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light
such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.
8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper
instructions on off-season storage.
9. Always store unit in cultivator mode (all four tines
on unit) to avoid tip over.
10. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.
11. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for
gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.
WARNING: Restrict the use of this power
machine to persons who read, understand
and follow the warnings and instructions in
this manual and on the machine.