Honda F500 - Page 7

SAFE OPERATION etuer E)
The
Honda
tiller
is
designed
to
give
reasonably
safe
and
effective
service
if
operated
according
to
these
instructions.
READ
AND
UNDERSTAND
THE
OWNER'S
MANUAL
before
attempting
to
operate
the
tiller.
Failure
to
do
so
could
result
in
personal
injury
or damage
to
the
tiller.
*
Never permit anyone to operate the tiller without
proper instruction.
Know how to stop the tiller quickly and under-
stand the operation of all the controls — READ
THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY.
Keep children and pets at a safe distance when
tilling.
* Clear the area to be tilled by picking up any
stones, wire, glass, large sticks, metal, etc.
Always stay a Safe distance from the tines to
prevent injury by objects thrown by the tiller.
Never stand in front of tines while they are
turning.
Always
stop
the
engine
before
cleaning
the
tines
or
making
adjustments.
Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating
parts and while engine is running.
Never operate the tiller without the belt cover.
* To prevent personal injury, do not touch the
muffler during operation or soon after stopping.
* Stop the engine whenever you leave the filler.
Never allow it to idle unattended.
F500/F400
If you strike an object while tilling, stop the
engine and check tiller for damage.
When tilling on an incline, keep the fuel tank less
than half full to minimize fuel spillage.
Check and verify that the clutch is disengaged and
that the shift lever is in the neutral position to
prevent any sudden uncontrolled movement before
starting the engine.
Follow the recommended maintenance suggestions
in this manual.
Make sure that all fasteners are properly secured.
Wear suitable clothing and shoes while using the
tiller.
* The exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon mon-
oxide. Never run the engine in an enclosed area.
Be sure to provide adequate ventilation.