Introduction and description, Safety, General safety – HONDA TL5040 User Manual
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INTRODUCTION
AND
DESCRIPTION
INTRODUCTION
This manual is provided to give you
the
necessary
operating and maintenance instructions for 
keeping your rotary tiller in top operating 
condition. Please read this manual thoroughly to 
understand the purpose and use of each control. 
For safe operation, observe all safety labels on the 
machine and all safety precautions noted 
throughout this manual. If you need assistance or 
additional information, contact your authorized 
Honda Multi-Purpose Tractor Dealer. 
NOTE: All reference to right, left, front, rear, top, 
or bottom is from the operator's point of view 
while facing the direction of forward travel when 
the tiller is properly attached to the tractor. 
DESCRIPTION
The TL5040 is a light duty rotary tiller that is 
designed for use on Honda's Multi-Purpose 
Tractors. The tiller is designed to be powered by the 
(type 
0,2000 R.P.M.) rear Power Take Off (PTO),
and is raised and lowered by the optional (category 
0) three point hitch. The tractor must also be 
equipped with the optional front weight bracket and 
weights as detailed in the Tractor Owner's Manual. 
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
The tiller serial number location is indicated in the 
diagram below (Fig. 1). 
Record the number for future reference when 
requesting repair parts or dealer assistance. 
SERIAL NUMBER 
LOCATION 
SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY
Operation of the Tractor and its attachments 
requires special efforts on your part to ensure 
your safety and the safety of others. 
SAFE OPERATING RULES
To avoid severe personal, injury or equipment 
damage, observe the following precautions: 
All parts, especially guards and shields, 
should be in good condition and securely 
fastened in place. 
Do not remove any guards, warning labels, 
shields or safety devices; they are installed for 
your safety. 
Always wear sturdy shoes and avoid wearing 
bulky or loose clothing while operating 
equipment. 
Never operate equipment when tired or while 
under the influence of drugs or alcohol. 
In case of emergency, know how to stop the 
equipment and thoroughly understand the. 
operation of ALL controls. 
Never permit anyone to operate equipment 
without proper instructions. 
Children should not be permitted to operate
the tractor or rotary tiller.
KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AT A SAFE 
DISTANCE DURING OPERATION. 
The tractor is an operator only vehicle, do not
allow passengers to ride on the tractor or the 
rotary tiller.