PROCEDURES TO USE A ROTOTILLERPPT 5.02.01

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Procedures

– Refer to Owner’s Manual for important instructions.– Locate and obey safety precautions indicated by the

words “Warning”, “Caution”, or “Note”.– Visually inspect to see if it is mechanically fit to start

(belts, tines, and hoses).– Check fluids, air cleaner, tire pressure, maintenance

schedule and maintenance records to determine if maintenance should be done. If maintenance is needed, refer to Objective 6.04 for procedures.

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Procedures

– Remove gas cap and fill fuel tank to approximately 1-1/2” below top of neck being careful not to overfill. Replace the gas cap before starting the engine.

– Use proper safety gear, such as hearing protection.– Start in a safe manner according to instructions in

Owner’s Manual for the brand and model rototiller used.

– Till a designated area to loosen soil to a depth of 3” using instructions in Owner’s Manual for the brand and model rototiller used.

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Procedures

– Shut down using instructions in Owner’s Manual for the brand and model rototiller used.

– Park the machine using instructions in Owner’s Manual for the brand and model rototiller used.