HONDA TL6552 - Manual (Page 5)

GENERAL TILLER SAFETY
Operation of the Rotary Tiller requires special
efforts on your part to ensure your safety and the
safety of others. Know these requirements before
you operate the Rotary Tiller.
To avoid injury or tiller damage, do not allow
anyone to stand on or ride on the tiller.
To avoid injury from rotating parts or thrown
objects, do not stand or allow others to
stand near the tiller while it is operating.
Clear the area of all debris before beginning
tiller operation.
Operating the tiller in the fully raised position
may exceed the maximum angle of the
universal joints causing damage to the
driveline.
To avoid tiller damage and possible loss of
control, do not add weight to the top of the
tiller.
To avoid injury to yourself and others, do not
leave the tiller in the raised position when
unattended.
KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AT A SAFE
DISTANCE WHEN OPERATING THE
ROTARY TILLER.
Never wear loose clothing when operating
the rotary tiller. Loose clothing may become
entangled in rotating parts or become
hooked on controls leading to injury or
damage to property.
Never leave the tractor operator’s seat when
the tractor is in motion; or while the Power
Take Off (PTO) is engaged.
Before getting off the tractor always;
- shut the engine off
- remove the ignition key
- wait for the PTO to stop turning
- then lower the tiller to the ground.
To avoid personal injury or equipment
damage, never attempt to clean or adjust
the tiller while the engine is running.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
HITCH
Operation of the TL6552 Rotary Tiller requires the
optional three point hitch be installed on the
tractor.
FRONT COUNTER WEIGHT
Proper operation of the Rotary Tiller requires the
installation of an optional front counterweight
bracket and one (1) 35 pound (17 Kg ) weight.
A - The addition of the front
counterweight may not always maintain
satisfactory stability. Reduce tractor speed
and exercise caution under these conditions
to prevent severe personal injury or property
damage.
Do not exceed weight limitations
stated on the tractor owner’s manual or
equipment damage may result.
Proper tractor tire pressure with tiller and front
weight kit installed:
Front Rear
Turf tires 22 psi 20 psi
Agricultural tires 30 psi 20 psi
High flotation tires 18 psi 28 psi
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