Poulan VF550 User's Manual
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14. 13 14 2 22 0 04 41 2 24 60 15 16 PARTS iiaiai 17 21 ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary ensure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 Utility Knife OPERATOR S POSITION See Fig 1 When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position standing behind tiller handles OPERATOR S POSITION Fig 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK 1 Washer 3 Handle Knobs Manual 1 Pin 1 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 unc x 4 1 2 2 Carriage Bolts 5 16 18 unc x 2 1 2 1 Hairpin Clip UNPACK CARTON amp INSTALL HANDLE See Fig 2 and 3 CAUTION Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of carton material IMPORTANT WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE S e Cut cable ties securing handle column e Remove all packing from carton
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38. e Remove lower handle column from carton e Position lower handle column between bent tubes lining up holes as shown e Secure lower handle column using two 2 4 1 2 car riage bolts two 2 washers and two 2 handle knobs Tighten securely LOWER HANDLE COLUMN Remove upper handle column from carton e Routecable s as shown and slide upper handle column onto lower handle column Secure upper handle column using two 2 2 1 2 car riage bolts and two 2 handle knobs Tighten securely e Cut away carton e Cutcable ties securing tiller to skid Remove tiller from skid by pulling backwards ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL DEPTH STAKE See Fig 4 e Remove screw s securing depth stake to skid and discard the screw s Slide depth stake down into transport arm track lin ing up a hole in the depth stake with hole in transport arm e Install clevis pin and hairpin clip CLEVIS PIN Fig 4 TILLING WIDTH e Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your tilling conditions See TINE ARRANGEMENT in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TINE OPERATION e Check tine operation before first use See TINE OPERATION CHECK in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location o
39. oF c 104 40 86 30 68 20 9 50 10 32 0 14 10 4 20 22 30 Fig 12 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W 30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F 0 C Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of continuous use Add SAE 30 motor oil or equivalent Tighten oil filler plug securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Fig 13 NOTE Before tipping tiller to drain oil empty fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty 1 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug 2 Remove engine oil cap lay aside on a clean surface CONTAINER SPARK PLUG WIRE Fig 13 3 its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container Rock tiller back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine 4 Wipe off any spilled oil from tiller or side of engine 5 Slowly pour oil down the oil fill spout stopping every few ounces to check the oil level with the dipstick 6 Stop adding oil when you reach the FULL mar
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42. SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tiller e Followinstructions under Maintenance and Storage sections of this Manual IMPORTANT THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST COVERED BRUSH COVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS IF ANY IFASPARKARRESTERIS USED IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA A SPARK ARRESTER 15 REQUIRED BY LAW SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERALLANDS SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY 2 PRODUCT 3 CUSTOMER 3 4 5 OPERATION 6 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 10 MAINTENANCE 10 12 SERVICE amp
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44. 121117 22 421345 23 19111216 24 434948 DESCRIPTION Console Tiller Handle Grip Handle Assembly Handle Column Bolt 5 16 18 x 2 50 Knob Wing Lever Control Tine Retainer Ring Pin Pivot Handle Lower Plug Snap In Weldment Transport Arm Clip Hairpin Stake Depth Pin Clevis Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Screw Hex Head 3 8 16 x 2 5 Nut Lock Flg 3 8 16 unc Bolt 5 16 18x 4 5 Wheel Washer 17 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bolt Shoulder A 2 28 1 53 Bracket Wheel Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Lever Control NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 21 Poulan PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards As with all mechanical products some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit For Parts and service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 e For replacement parts have available the following information a Model Number Manufacturer s 1 0 Number b Description of part For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 For a Parts Manual go to our website www poulan com support asp NOTE provides parts and service through its authorized distributors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of HOP is to continually improve all of its products If the operating characteristics or the appea
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46. OIL OR FUEL USE CLEAN OILAND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED CLEAN COVERED CONTAINERS USE CLEAN FILLFUNNELS CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 8 1 Remove hangtag from engine 2 Theenginein your unit has been shipped from the fac tory already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil 3 With engine level remove engine oil filler plug 4 Engine oil should be at FULL line on dipstick low fill to FULL line For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual 5 Reinstall engine oil filler plug 6 Check oil before each use Add oil if needed CAUTION DO NOT overfill engine with oil or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual e To change engine oil see the Maintenance section of this manual MAXIMUM UPPER LEVEL MINIMUM UPPER LEVEL Fig 8 ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion If ga
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50. 3 times before trying to start Use a firm push This step is not usually necessary when starting an engine which has already run for a few minutes 5 Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not let starter rope snap back NOTE In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat priming steps In warmer weather over priming may cause flooding and engine will not start If you do flood engine wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not repeat priming steps RECOIL STARTER HANDLE THROTTLE CONTROL OPERATION BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break in your belt s pulleys and tine control before you actually begin tilling e Start engine tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation Allow tines to rotate for five minutes TILLING HINTS A CAUTION Until you are accustomed to handling your tiller start actual field use with throttle in slow position To help tiller move forward lift up the handles slightly thus lifting depth stake out of ground To slow down the tiller press down on handles If you are straining or tiller is shaking the depth stake is not set properly in the soil being tilled The proper setting of the depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition The harder or wetter the ground the slower the engine and tine
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53. AL TILLING 24 PATH See Fig 16 e Assemble holes A in hubs to holes in tine shaft CLEVIS ia PIN HAIRPIN CLIP INNER TINE Fig 16 MID WIDTH TILLING 22 PATH See Fig 17 e Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes in tine shaft Fig 17 NARROW TILLING CULTIVATING 13 PATH See Fig 18 Remove outer tines INNER TINES ONLY Fig 18 NOTE When reassembling outer tines ensure right tine assembly marked R and left tine assembly marked L are mounted to correct side of tine shaft 13 TO CHECK TINE OPERATION e Start engine tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation e Verify tines spin properly Allow tines to rotate for five minutes TO REMOVE CLUTCH HOUSING ENGINE ASSEMBLY SEE FIG 19 Drain engine oil and gasoline out of engine Remove 5 carriage bolts and 5 lock nuts attaching the clutch housing and tine shield to transmission Remove clutch housing engine assembly and lay on ground engine is upside down SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE V BELT SEE Fig 20 22 Replace belt and reinstall pulley idler bracket conduit e Clutch housing engine assembly must be removed to ining springs and hardware DA order service belt See TO REMOVE CLUTCH HOUSINGI Reinstall clutch housing engine assembl
54. ARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stablizer is an acceptable alternative in mini mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stablizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean oil See ENGINE the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S e Remove spark plug e Pour 1 ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug 15 OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e If possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use p
55. IMPORTANT MANUAL DO NOT THROW AWAY OPERATOR S MANUAL WARNING M O D E 5 Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury VF550 FRONT TINE TILLER ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website www poulan com 02 23 10 AP TH 433552 Rev 2 Printed in the U S A SAFETY RULES A Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING Read the Owners Manual carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons par ticularly small children and pets PREPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor Donotoperate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable e Use an approved fuel container e Never add fuel to a running engine hot engine e Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up s
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57. OP position TINE CONTROL OFF UP POSITION TINE CONTROL ON DOWN POSITION THROTTLE CONTROL Fig 6 TINE OPERATION See Fig 6 Squeeze tine control to handle TILLING The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position of the depth stake The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging It serves as a brake to slow the tillers forward motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground Also the more the depth stake is lowered into the ground the deeper the tines will dig DEPTH STAKE See Fig 7 Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change depth stake to desired position Replace the clevis pin and hairpin clip e For normal tilling set depth stake at the second or third hole from the top LE SZ CLEVIS Fig 7 TRANSPORT CAUTION Before lifting or transport ing allow tiller engine and muffler to cool Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from fuel tank AROUND THE YARD Adjust depth stake so clevis is in bottom hole e Push tiller handles down raising tines off the ground e Push or pull tiller to desired location AROUND TOWN e Disconnect spark plug wire e Drain fuel tank e Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING
58. RT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT NOTE Gives essential information that will aid you to bet ter understand incorporate or execute a particular set of instructions Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug in order to pre vent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Cali fornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 0 9 Quarts 0 85 L Unleaded Regular SAE 10w 30 Above 32 F 0 C SAE 5w 30 Below 32 F 0 C Champion RJ19LM or J19LM Oil API SG SL Capacity 20 0z 0 6L Spark Plug Gap 030 0 76 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly Always observe the
59. ao Os ge NUT Fig 21 Remove bolt washer and lock nut attaching idler pulley to idler bracket Remove bushing from between idler bracket and clutch housing IDLER PULLEY ASHER A IDLER BRACKET BUSHING LOCK NUT 14 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more WARNING Never store the tiller with gasoline inthe tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the en gine to cool before storing in any enclosure TILLER e Clean entire tiller See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e Ensure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLOR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEP
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61. djustment Engine is overloaded Dirty air cleaner Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Oil in fuel Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Clogged fuel tank Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen Dirty clogged muffler Carburetor out of adjustment Poor compression Low oil level dirty oil Dirty engine air screen Dirty engine Partially plugged muffler Improper carburetor adjustment Ground too dry and hard Depth stake incorrectly adjusted Soil balls up or clumps 1 Ground too wet 1 Tine control is not engaged V belt is off pulley s Tilling too deep Throttle control not properly adjusted Carburetor out of adjustment 16 gi PON PON a CORRECTION Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in the Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Empty fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean Ensure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Replace spark plug or adjust gap Make necessary adjustments Place throttle control in FAST position Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Replace spark plug or adjust gap Empty fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Ensure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Make necessary adjustments Set depth stake for shallower tilling Clean or replace ai
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63. ervice and Ad justments section of this manual e a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check tines and belts for wear Anew Spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level e Check tine operation e Check for loose fasteners LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART 10 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 3 Initial oil change should be performed after first five 5 hours of operations LUBRICATION CHART ENGINE SAE 30 OR 10W 30 MOTOR OIL REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION MAINTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance except carburetor adjustment to prevent accidental starting of engine Prevent fires Keep the engine free of grass leaves spilled oil or fuel Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance Clean muffler area of all grass dirt and debris Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature
64. ever operate the tiller without proper guards plates or other safety protective devices in place Keep children and pets away Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing Never allow bystanders near the unit Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light Be careful when tilling in hard ground The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward If this occurs let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine STORAGE Keep machine attachments and accessories in safe working condition Check shear pins engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure the equipment is in safe working condition Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Always refer to the operator s guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an ex tended period IMPORTANT CAUTIONS IMPORTANTS AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IMPORTANT USED TO ALE
65. f various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning gt 77 TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL OR WARNING ON OFF PRIMER RECOIL STARTER HANDLE THROTTLE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE Fig 5 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute DEPTH STAKE Controls forward speed and the depth THROTTLE CONTROL Controls engine speed which the tiller will dig PRIMER pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the FORWARD TINE CONTROL Engages tines in forward cylinder for use when starting a cold engine direction RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Used to start the engine direction OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses 00185 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine STOPPING See Fig 6 TINES 1 Release tine control to stop movement ENGINE 2 Move throttle control to ST
66. irt and chaff BLOWER HOUSING COOLING FINS MUFFLER MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler Do not tamper with exhaust system Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard Inspect periodically and replace ifnecessary If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection Replace if damaged 12 SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will not require lubrication unless serviced CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot We do not recommend using pressurized water garden hose etc to clean your unit unless the gasket area around the transmission and the engine muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine will shorten the useful life of your tiller e Clean engine wheels finish etc of all foreign matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TILLER TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be assembled in several different ways to suit your tilling or cultivating needs CAUTION Tines are sharp Wear gloves or other protection when handling tines A NORM
67. k on the dipstick Wait a minute to allow oil to settle 7 Continue adding small amounts of oil rechecking the dipstick until oil level settles at FULL DO NOT over fill or engine will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup 8 Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick before starting engine 9 Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter Clean the element after every 25 hours of operation or every season Replace the air filter every season Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions TO CLEAN AIR FILTER ELEMENT 1 Remove screw 2 Remove air cleaner carefully to prevent dirt from enter ing carburetor 3 air cleaner apart and clean air filter element 4 Wash filter element in liquid detergent and water 5 Wrap filter element in cloth and squeeze dry 6 Lightly coatfilter element with clean engine oil Squeeze in towel to remove excess oil Do not saturate 7 Reassemble parts and put back on carburetor ASSEMBLE ONE OF THESE LOW POINTS TOWARDS NARROW EDGE OF ELEMENT ASSEMBLE SO LIP EXTENDS OVER EDGE OF AIR CLEANER BODY LIP WILL FORM PROTECTIVE SEAL WHEN COVER IS ASSEMBLED MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM See Fig 15 Your engine is air cooled For proper engine performance and long life keep your engine clean Remove blower housing and clean as necessary Keep cylinder fins free of d
68. lastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TILLER HANDLE STORAGE OPTIONS The tiller handle assembly can be modified to allow for a variety of storage positions outlined below STORAGE POSITION AGAINST ENGINE See Fig 23 e Unscrew top or bottom handle knob and washer remove top or bottom carriage bolt e Rotate entire handle assembly about carriage pivot point and lay handle against engine shroud TOP CARRIAGE BOLT STORAGE POSITION IN TRANSPORT ARM STORAGE FEATURE See Fig 24 Unscrew 2 handle knobs and remove 2 carriage bolts e Remove top handle assembly and place it in handle storage feature in transport arm Fig 24 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Loss of power Engine overheats Excessive bounce difficult handling Engine runs but tiller won t move Engine runs but labors when tilling Aarons 2 12 2 3 CAUSE Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Dirty air cleaner Water in fuel Clogged fuel tank Loose spark plug wire Bad spark plug or improper gap Carburetor out of adjustment Throttle control not set properly Dirty air cleaner Bad spark plug or improper gap Stale or dirty fuel Loose spark plug wire Carburetor out of a
69. ling when working ex tremely hard soil or sod Then work across the first cuts at normal depth Fig 10 CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants At the same time breaking up the upper layer of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil Best digging depth is 1 3 Youwill probably not need to use the depth stake Begin by tipping the depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring e Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in rough condition promoting no further growth of weeds and grass See Fig 11 Fig 11 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE _________ 0 Replace Air Filter 5 T ptt yy ty Ast tt ts GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence Toreceive full value from the warranty the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the S
70. pilled fuel before restarting e Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except where specifically recommended by manufacturer OPERATION Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts e Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Do not carry passengers e After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller e Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling e Ifthe unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine motor when leaving the operating position e Takeallpossible precautions when leaving the machine unattended Disengage the tines shiftinto neutral and stop the engine e Before cleaning repairing or inspecting shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnectthe spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Disconnect the cord on electric motors e Do not run the engine indoors exhaust fumes are dangerous e N
71. r cleaner cartridge Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Empty and clean fuel tank and refill and clean carburetor Empty fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Empty fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen Clean replace muffler Make necessary adjustments Contact an authorized service center department Check oil level change oil Clean engine air screen Clean cylinder fins air screen muffler area Remove and clean muffler Adjust carburetor to richer position Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions Adjust depth stake Wait for more favorable soil conditions Engage tine control Inspect V belt Set depth stake for shallower tilling Check throttle control setting Make necessary adjustments TILLER MODEL NUMBER VF550 96082001500 DECALS KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 430007 Decal Tine Shield Poulan 2 422972 Decal Tine Shield Warning 3 120076X Decal Warning Rotating Tines 4 110614 Decal Hand Placement 433552 Manual Owner s Eng Fren 17 TILLER MODEL NUMBER VF550 96082001500 ENGINE TRANSMISSION AND TINES engine transmission tines_1 18 TILLER MODEL NUMBER VF550 96082001500 ENGINE TRANSMISSION AND TINES KEY PART NO NO 1 421338 2 72110608 3 73900500 4 4253
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73. soline is accidentally spilled move machine away from area CAUTION Do not fill above 1 2 inch of of spill Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys tem of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE See Fig 9 CAUTION KEEP TINE CONTROL IN OFF POSITION WHEN STARTING ENGINE NOTE Due to protective coatings on the engine a small amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of the product and should be considered normal 1 sure spark plug wire is properly connected 3 Place throttle control in FAST position 4 To start a cold engine push primer three
74. speed needed Under these poor conditions at fast speed the tiller will run and jump over the ground A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the operator e Tilling is digging into turning over and breaking up packed soil before planting Loose unpacked soil helps root growth Best tilling depth is 4 6 A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the soil Depending on the climate rainfall and wind it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the grow ing season to further condition the soil Soil conditions are important for proper tilling Tines will not readily penetrate dry hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller Hard soil should be moistened before tilling however extremely wet soil will ball up or clump during tilling Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results When tilling in the fall remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation e You will find tilling much easier if you leave row untilled between passes Then go back between tilled rows See Fig 10 There are two reasons for doing this First wide turns are much easier to negotiate than about faces Second the tiller won t be pulling itself and you toward the row next to it Set depth stake for shallow til
75. y making sure ENGINE ASSEMBLY in this section of manual baltis inside belt guide stud e Using pliers remove cable spring and return spring Check tine operation See To Check Tine Operation from pivot bracket in this section of manual Remove plastic snap in plug from clutch housing ENGINE Usingpliers depress conduitfitting tabs and pull conduit fitting through hole in clutch housing TO ADJUST CARBURETOR e Pull cable spring and cable through snap in plug hole in clutch housing The carburetor has been preset atthe factory and adjustment should not be necessary However engine performance CLUTCH BELT RETURN CABLE can be affected by differences in fuel temperature altitude HOUSING SPRING SPRING or load If the carburetor does need adjustment contact your nearest authorized service center department AA p IMPORTANT NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVER NOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH TABS SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE lt ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONDUIT CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER SZ FITTING DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT AND A 2 EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS CABLE Fig 20 e Remove bolt washer and lock nut attaching idler bracket to clutch housing __ WASHER BOLT CLUTCH HOUSING 22 25 SNAP IN PLUG
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