Mantis 7234 User Manual

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Safety Rules & Warnings
If the tiller is used improperly or safety precautions
are not followed, the users risk serious injury
to themselves and others.
Read and understand this manual before
attempting to operate this tiller.
Operation of this equipment may create sparks
that can start fi res around dry vegetation. A spark
arrestor is installed. The operator should contact
local fi re agencies for laws or regulations relating
to fi re prevention requirements.
IV. WARNINGS - DO’S
Read and understand the owner’s manual.
Pay particular attention to all sections
regarding safety.
1. Always keep a fi rm grip on both handles
while the tines are moving and/or the
engine is running. BE AWARE!! The
tines may coast after throttle trigger is
released. Make sure tines have come to
a complete stop and engine is off before
letting go of the tiller.
2. Always maintain a fi rm footing and
good balance. Do not overreach while
operating the tiller. Before you start to
use the tiller check the work area for
obstacles that might cause you to lose
your footing, balance or control of the
machine.
3. Thoroughly inspect the area where
equipment is to be used and remove
all objects, which can be thrown by the
machine.
4. Always keep area clear of children,
pets, and bystanders.
5. Always stay alert. Watch what you are
doing and use common sense. Do not
operate unit when fatigued.
6. Always dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry, they might
get caught in moving parts. Use sturdy
gloves. Gloves reduce the transmission
of vibration to your hands. Prolonged
exposure to vibration can cause
numbness and other ailments.
7. While working, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
8.
Always wear ear and eye protection.
Eye protection must meet applicable CE
requirements. To avoid hearing damage,
we recommend hearing protection be
worn whenever using the equipment.
9. To reduce fi re hazard, keep the
engine, and petrol/gas storage area free
of vegetative material and excessive
grease.
10. Start the engine carefully, according to
the manufacturer’s instructions and with
feet well away from tool(s).
11.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight
to be sure the equipment is in safe
working condition.
12.
Use extreme caution when reversing
or pulling the machine towards you.
13. Work only in daylight or good
artifi cial light.
14. Always be sure of your footing on
slopes.
15. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
16. Always keep a safe distance between
two or more people when working
together.
17. Always inspect your unit before each
use. Keep all knobs, nuts, bolts and
screws tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
18. Before using your tiller, always visually
inspect to see that the tools are not
worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged elements and bolts in sets to
preserve balance.
19. Always maintain and examine your
Tiller with care. Follow maintenance
instructions given in manual.
20. Always store tiller in a sheltered area
(a dry place), not accessible to children.
The tiller as well as fuel should not be
stored in a house.
21. Always keep in mind that the operator
or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or
their property.
P/N 430057
P/N 400631
Cutting hazard; keep
feet and hands away
from rotating tines.
Don’t operate
indoors
Caution: when assembling
the handles, make sure
fuel tank faces away from
operator. This is the rear of
the tiller, refer to assembly
instruction on page 8-9.
Incorrect assembly.
Wear ear
and eye
Protection.
Do not carry
the tiller in this
position.
Read owner’s manual before
using tiller, or performing any
repair or maintenance. Keep
owners manual in a safe place.
Don’t fuel, refuel,
or check fuel while
smoking, or near an
open fl ame or other
ignition source.
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Mantis 7234 Specifications

General

Brand	Mantis
Model	7234
Category	Tiller
Language	English