Craftsman 316.2926 Operator's Manual | Page 5

Craftsman Cultivator Operator's Manual - 316.2926.
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•  Be careful when cultivating in hard ground. The tines 

may catch in the ground and propel the cultivator 

forward. If this occurs, let go of the handle and do not 

restrain the machine.

•  Never operate the machine at high transport speeds 

on hard or slippery surfaces.

•  Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
•  Look down, behind, and use care when pulling 

machine towards you.

•  Start the motor according to the instructions found in 

this manual and keep feet well away from the tines at 

all times.

•  After striking a foreign object, stop the motor and 

disconnect the power cord to prevent accidental 

starting. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any 

damage. Repair the damage before starting and 

operating.

•  Stop the motor, disconnect the power cord to prevent 

accidental starting and wait until the tines come to a 

complete stop before unclogging the tines, making 

any adjustments, or inspections.

•  Use caution when cultivating near fences, buildings 

and underground utilities. Rotating tines can cause 

property damage or personal injury.

•  Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to 

cultivate soil too deep or too fast of a rate. 

•  If the machine should start making an unusual noise 

or vibration, stop the motor and disconnect the power 

cord to prevent accidental starting. Inspect machine 

thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage before 

starting motor and operating.

•  Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in place 

and operating properly.

•  To avoid an electrical shock hazard, never push or pull 

the cultivator over the electrical cord while operating.

•  When picking up the cultivator, use the handle 

provided. Don’t grasp the tines when picking up or 

holding the cultivator. Never pick up or carry machine 

while the motor is running.

•  Use only attachments and accessories approved by 

the cultivator manufacturer. Failure to do so can result 

in personal injury and/or damage to your cultivator.

•  If situations occur which are not covered in this 

manual, use care and good judgment.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
•  Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper 

operation regularly.

•  Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at 

frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working 

condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any 

damage. 

•  Before leaving the equipment, changing tine width, 

cleaning, repairing, making adjustments and the like, 

stop the motor, disconnect the power cord to prevent 

accidental starting and make certain the tines and all 

moving parts have stopped.

•  Do not wash cultivator with a hose. Avoid getting water 

on motor and electrical connections

•  Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as 

necessary.

•  Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading, 

transporting, and storage of this machine.

•  Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper 

instructions on off-season storage. When not in use, 

cultivator should be stored indoors in a dry, and high or 

locked-up place out of the reach of children.

•  Maintain cultivator with care. Follow instructions for 

lubrication and cleaning. 

•  Check for damaged parts. Before further use, a guard 

or other part that is damaged should be carefully 

checked to determine that it will operate properly 

and perform its intended function. Check alignment 

of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage 

of parts, mounting, and any other condition that 

may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is 

damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by 

an authorized service center.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Restrict the use of 

this power machine 

to persons who 

read, understand and follow the warnings 

and instructions in this manual and on the 

machine.

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