DR Power Premier Tow-Behind Power Tiller Roto-Hog (Dec. 2012 - Present) - Manual (Page 5)

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Safety for Children
Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines
Gasoline is a highly flammable liquid. Gasoline also gives off flammable vapor that can be easily ignited and cause a fire or
explosion. Never overlook the hazards of gasoline and always follow these precautions:
• Never run the DR ROTO-HOG Premier Power Tiller Engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the exhaust
from the Engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, tasteless, and deadly poisonous gas.
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Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose and keep away from heat, open flame,
and out of the reach of children.
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Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the Engine off and allow the Engine to cool completely. Do not handle gasoline if you or
anyone nearby is smoking, or if you are near anything that could cause it to ignite or explode. Replace the Fuel Tank and Fuel
Container Caps securely.
• If you spill gasoline, do not attempt to start the Engine. Move the machine away from the area of the spill and avoid creating
any source of ignition until the gas vapors have dissipated. Wipe up any spilled fuel to prevent a fire hazard and properly
dispose of the waste.
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Allow the DR ROTO-HOG Premier Power Tiller Engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store the
machine with gas in the Tank or with gas in a Fuel Container near an open flame or spark such as a water heater.
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Never make adjustments or repairs with the Engine running. Before making an adjustment or repair, shut off the DR ROTO-
HOG Premier Power Tiller Engine, wait five (5) minutes to cool, then disconnect the Spark Plug Wire and keep the Wire away
from the Spark Plug to prevent accidental starting.
• Never check for an ignition spark with the Spark Plug or Spark Plug Wire removed. Always use an approved Spark Tester.
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Never tamper with safety devices. Regularly check their proper operation.
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Never change the Engine Governor settings or modify the Engine speed. Modifications will void your warranty.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the Engine and Muffler area free of debris build-up such as leaves, grass, oil, grease, or any other
combustible material. Clean the Engine area after each use.
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Never operate the Engine without the Muffler. Inspect the Muffler periodically and replace if necessary. If the Engine is
equipped with a Muffler Deflector, inspect it periodically and replace if necessary.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children can be attracted to the DR ROTO-HOG
Premier Power Tiller and the tilling activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
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Be alert and always turn off your Tow Vehicle and the Tiller Engine if children enter the work area.
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Before, and while moving your Tow Vehicle backwards, look behind, and down for small children.
• Never allow children to operate the DR ROTO-HOG Premier Power Tiller.
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Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your vision.
Never:
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Never operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments; you could lose control of your Tow Vehicle and/or the DR ROTO-HOG
Premier Power Tiller.
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Never operate on slopes greater than 5 degrees, or on any excessively steep slope.
• Never operate on wet, or slippery slopes. Reduced traction could result in tipping over your Tow Vehicle and/or the DR ROTO-
HOG Premier Power Tiller.
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Never park the Tow Vehicle on a steep grade or slope.