MTD 406 - Manual (Page 2)

INDEX
Safe Operation Practices........................................... 2
Assembly...................................................................... 3
Controls........................................................................ 8
Operation...................................................................... 9
How To Use Your Tiller................................................ 9 Adjustments................................................................ 10
Lubrication.................................................................. 12
Maintenance................................................................ 12
Off-Season Storage.................................................... 14
Trouble Shooting Guide............................................. 15
IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE
PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR TILLER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL- ^ HEED ITS WARNING.
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Your tiller was built to )e operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with
DANGER:
type of power equi )ment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious
injury. If you violate an f of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
1. It is suggested that this manual be rt ad in its
entirety before attempting to assemble cr operate
this unit. Keep this manual in a safe Diace for
future and regular reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
2. Your tiller is a precision piece of powar equip­
ment, not a plaything. Therefore, axercise
extreme caution at ail times.
3. Read this owner’s manual carefully. Be horough-
ly familiar with the controls and the prof er use of
the equipment.
4. Never allow children to operate a power tiller.
Only persons well acquainted with thes a rules of
safe operation should be allowed to use your
tiller.
5. No one should operate this unit while ir toxicated
or while taking medication that impairs tfie senses
or reactions.
6. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
7. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Always wear s jbstantial
footwear.
8. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get
caught on the tiller.
9. Do not start the engine unless the shift ever is in
the neutral (N) position.
10. Do not stand in front of the tiller while slarting the
engine.
11. Do not place feet and hands on or neai the tines
when starting the engine or while the engine is
running.
12. Never attempt to make a wheel or depth bar
adjustment while the engine is running.
13. Do not leave the tiller unattended with t ie engine
running.
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Do not walk in front of the tiller while the engine
is running.
Check the fuel before starting the engine.
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do not
fill gasoline tank indoors, while the engine is run­
ning, or while the engine is still hot. Replace
gasoline cap securely, and wipe off any spilled
gasoline before starting the engine as it may
cause a fire or explosion.
Do not run the engine while indoors. Exhaust
gases are deadly poisonous.
Be careful not to touch the muffler after the
engine has been running. It is hot.
Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.
Before any maintenance work is performed or
adjustments are made, remove the spark plug
wire and ground it on the engine block for added
safety.
Use caution when tilling near buildings and
fences. Rotating tines can cause damage or
injury.
Before attempting to remove rocks, bricks and
other objects from tines, stop the engine and be
sure the tines have stopped completely.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground to
prevent accidental starting.
Check the tine and engine mounting bolts at fre­
quent intervals for proper tightness.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure
the equipment is in safe working condition.
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the
tank inside of a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.