Husqvarna FT900 User's Manual
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1. Fig 10 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Level Change Engine Oil BMC Oil Pivot Points Clean Engine Cylinder Fins _ Replace Spark Plug 1 1 1 111 1 Change more often when operating under heavy load or high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 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 operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check tines and belt for wear A new 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 LUBRICATION CHART TINE CONTROL ENGINE IDLER ARM SAE 30 OR 10W 30 MOTOR OIL REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION MAINTENANCE Disc2. KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 874 76 05 24 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Gr 2 874 78 06 52 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 3 1 4 819 13 13 11 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 11 873 90 06 00 Locknut 3 8 16 532 44 07 04 Shield Tine 532 18 81 95 Bracket Engine R H 532 16 58 34 Bracket Engine L H 873 97 05 00 Nut Hex 5 16 18 532 18 79 12 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 2 5 532 15 12 22 Transmission 22 transmission 12 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 14 532 0091 73 Spacer Split 16 81909 14 12 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 12 Ga 17 81909 20 16 Washer 9 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 18 81004 04 00 Washer Lock 1 4 19 87461 04 12 Bolt Hex 1 4 28 x 3 4 Gr 5 20 Engine Briggs Model 121002 1380 B8 NOTE component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NO FT900 96083000501 PRODUCT NO 960 83 00 05 DECALS KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 532 44 06 13 Decal Logo 532 42 20 12 Decal Logo 532 43 99 89 Decal Logo 532 11 06 14 Decal Hand Placement 532 15 87 00 Decal Control Forward 532 15 87 01 Decal Control Reverse 532 12 00 76 Decal Warning Rotating Tines 532 42 29 72 Decal Tine Shield 532 40 91 43 Decal Tank 532 43 22 78 Decal Air Cleaner 532 43 99 99 Manual Owner s English 532 44 00 00 Manual Owner s French 23 Husqvarna Consumer Wheeled Products Limited Warranty Husqvarna warrants to the original retail purchaser
3. 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 IS 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 RULES 5 rennen nit vena inian 2 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS eene 3 ASSEMBLY innnan 4 5 6 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE eee 10 10 12 SERVICE amp 13 15 STORAGE e 16 TROUBLESHOOTING eren 17 REPAIR PARTS eere 18 23 24 27 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 to i
4. position and adjust if necessary e Remove two 2 cap nuts and washers from side of NOTE If ON position check required adjustment recheck belt guard OFF position adjustmentto insure tines do not rotate when Loosen do not remove tine shield nut on underside control is up of tine shield FORWARD Pull belt guard out and away from unit CONTROL IN OFF Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure Be C UP POSITION sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine shield bolt and all nuts are tightened securely TINE CONTROL POSITION CAP NUTS AND WASHERS BELT TINE OPERATION CHECK See Fig 20 Fig 20 WARNING Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent starting while TO REPLACE V BELTS See Figs 21 and 22 checking tine operation Replace V belts if they have stretched considerably or if they show cracks orfrayed edges Therearetwo 2 V belts For proper tine operation forward tine control lever must be forward inside and reverse outside against control body and all slack removed from inner wire of Belt guard must be removed to service belts See TO control cable when control is in the OFF up position REMOVE BELT GUARD in this section of manual If lever and cable are loose loosen cable clip at lower end of NOTE Observe carefully routing of both belts and location cable Pull up on cable to remove slack with
5. 9 belt guard 14 KEY PART NO N SSeS Ss tt 0 DESCRIPTION 532 43 91 62 Assembly Bracket Belt Guard 532 00 94 84 Clip Cable 532 08 67 77 Screw 10 24 x 1 2 874 61 08 12 Bolt Hex Head 1 2 20 x 3 4 873 68 06 00 Nut Hex 3 8 16 819 13 13 16 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 532 00 20 09 Pulley Idler Reverse 532 18 03 23 Assembly Arm Reverse Idler 874 76 06 28 Bolt Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 532 44 07 09 Guard Belt 819 09 10 16 Washer 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 532 10 42 13 Nut Cap 1 4 20 872 14 04 06 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 3 4 532 13 30 35 V Belt Forward Motion 532 00 26 14 V Belt Reverse 812 00 00 28 Ring Retainer 532 00 26 49 Key Square 532 15 12 36 Sheave Transmission Flat 532 18 85 02 Bolt Belt Guard 812 00 00 36 Ring Klip 19 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 21 873 35 06 00 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 22 532 16 18 06 Pulley Idler 23 532 17 53 77 Arm Idler 24 874 76 06 20 Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 25 532 10 69 68 Shaft Idler Arm 26 873 35 05 00 Nut Hex Jam 5 16 18 27 873 22 04 00 Nut Hex 1 4 20 28 810 04 04 00 Washer Lock 1 4 29 532 10 92 27 Pad Idler 30 823 20 04 04 Screw Set Socket Headless C P 1 4 20 x 1 4 31 532 10 11 89 Sheave Engine 32 532 15 12 23 Sheave Transmisison 41 532 18 03 07 Spring Extension 42 532 13 89 09 Spacer NOTE component dimensions given U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR
6. H Husqvarna Owner s Manual This machine is approved by the EPA for E10 10 ethanol and lower fuel only Do not use any fuel gt E10 in this machine 532 43 99 99 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING Read the Owner s 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 Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor not operate the equipment without wearing ade quate outer garments Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Handle fuel with it is highly flammable e Use an approved fuel container e Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine e Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors Never attempt
7. that this Husqvarna product is free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and maintenance from the date of retail purchase for the applicable Warranty Period shown on Exhibit A Certain components e g engines and transmissions are excluded from coverage and other limitations apply as described in this document Husqvarna will repair or replace at its discretion any defective product or part covered by the Limited Warranty free of charge at any authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer Center using original OEM Husqvarna replacement parts subject to the limitations and exclusions described below Husqvarna does not offer an over the counter exchange program THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE EXPRESS WARRANTY PROVIDED BY HUSQVARNA ANY WARRANTY THAT MAY BE IMPLIED BY LAW INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE AND IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY MAY BE MODIFIED ONLY BY HUSQVARNA SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN ONLY BY HUSQVARNA THE ABOVE REMEDIES ARE THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR ANY BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY HUSQVARNA AND ITS AFFILIATED COMPANIES S
8. they may be covered separately by their respective manufacturer s warranties if one is provided and included with the product at the time of purchase The following transmission transaxle manufacturers Dana Hydro Gear Tuff Torq provide a warranty for the transmission transaxle to the ultimate purchaser or to Husqvarna Husqvarna will assign the transmission transaxle manufacturer s warranty or any rights thereof to the original purchaser of the unit To obtain transmission transaxle warranty service first contact the retailer who you purchased the unit from Should you require assistance or have any questions concerning transmission transaxle warranty coverage contact Husqvarna directly at our website www husqvarna com or call 800 487 5951 for an authorized Husqvarna service provider All such claims must be submitted and sent to the appropriate manufacturer or as otherwise directed in those separate warranties Husqvarna is not authorized to handle warranty adjustments or repairs on transmissions or transaxles Husqvarna does not assume any warranty obligation of the above listed manufacturers for exceptions see Exhibit A c Expendable Parts This Limited Warranty does not cover general maintenance parts and items Expendable Parts including without limitation spark plugs bulbs filters lubricants starter cords belts blades and blade adapters d Emissions Control Components This Limited Warranty does not cover Emis
9. 18X1 1 4 HEX BOLT 5 16 18X1 HANDLE INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY See Fig 3 Loosen nut A Insert stake support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down e Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts lock washers and nuts Tighten securely Tighten nut stake must move freely If it does not loosen support bolt ENGINE BRACKET HALVES NUT A DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT BOLT HEX BOLTS LOCK WASHERS AND HEX NUTS Fig 3 HANDLE HEIGHT e Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator See HANDLE HEIGHT in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual 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 OP ERATION CHECK in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 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 of 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 TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW C
10. E INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL METHANOL ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Drain the fuel tank e Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Neveruse engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent NOTE Fuel stablizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing 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 drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer 16 ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S 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 OTH ER 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 f possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your unit wi
11. HALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING LOST PROFITS RESULTING FROM ANY SUCH BREACH AND ALL SUCH DAMAGES ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS 1 Engines Transmissions and certain other components are NOT covered This Limited Warranty does not cover any of the following a Engines and Attachments Except where otherwise indicated on Exhibit A all Engines and Attachments are not covered by this warranty In most cases these items are NOT manufactured by Husqvarna in which case they may be covered separately by their respective manufacturer s warranties if one is provided and included with the product at the time of purchase such claims must be submitted and sent to the appropriate manufacturer or as otherwise directed in those separate warranties Husqvarna is not authorized to handle warranty adjustments or repairs on engines manufactured by Briggs amp Stratton Honda Kawasaki or Kohler exception models equipped with LCT engines Husqvarna does not assume any warranty obligation of the other manufacturer s engines b Transmissions Except where otherwise indicated on Exhibit A Transmission Transaxle including Drive Systems are not covered by this warranty In most cases these items are NOT manufactured by Husqvarna in which case
12. HOKE FUEL OIL OR WARNING ON OFF FORWARD TINE CONTROL REVERSE TINE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL Cyr THROTTLE DEPTH STAKE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Fig 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine REVERSE TINE CONTROL Engages tines in reverse DEPTH STAKE Controls forward speed and the depth at dris STARTER HANDLE Used to start the engine which the tiller will dig lrection FORWARD TINE CONTROL Engages tines in forward THROTTLE CONTROL Controls engine speed direction WEAR YOUR safety glasses HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine STOPPING See Fig 5 TINES e Release forward tine control to stop forward move ment e Release reverse tine control to stop reverse move ment ENGINE e Move throttle control to STOP position e Never use choke to stop engine FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN OFF UP POSITION REVERSE TINE CONTROL IN OFF UP REVERSE TINE CONTROL IN ON DOWN POSITION FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN ON DOWN POSITION THROTTLE CONTROL CONTROL TINE OPERATION See Fig 5 FORWARD With reverse tine control in the OFF up position Squeeze forward tine control to handle REVERSE e With forw
13. NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH 15 FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS REVERSE OUTSIDE V BELT TRANSMISSION PULLEY 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 in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TILLER Clean entiretiller See CLEANING inthe Maintenance section of this manual 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 Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary 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 EXPERIENC
14. PARTS TILLER MODEL NO FT900 96083000501 PRODUCT NO 960 83 00 05 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY wheel d stake 9 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 00 91 94 Pin Clevis 15 532 00 53 88 Spring Stake 2 874 76 05 20 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 16 532 12 11 17 Bolt Shoulder 3 874 76 05 12 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4 17 532 42 70 25 Wheel 4 873 22 05 00 Nut Hex 5 16 18 19 53200 91 90 Bracket Wheel 5 810 04 05 00 Washer Lock 5 16 20 87368 06 00 Locknut Crown 3 8 16 6 873 80 06 00 Locknut w washer 3 8 16 21 874 76 05 16 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 7 532 12 49 61 Clip Hairpin 22 873 80 05 00 Locknut w insert 5 16 18 8 532 00 19 52 Support Depth Stake R H 24 873 97 05 00 Locknut Flange 5 16 18 unc 9 532 12 22 33 Stake Depth 25 81917 14 16 Washer 17 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 10 53200 03 26 Pin Clevis 11 87478 06 28 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 13 53200 19 51 Support Depth Stake L H 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 20 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NO FT900 96083000501 PRODUCT NO 960 83 00 05 TINE ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 15 69 34 Tine Outer R H 2 532 00 31 46 Retainer Spring 3 532 15 69 32 Tine Inner R H oo tine_ipb_3 DESCRIPTION Tine Inner L H Tine Outer L H Rivet Pan Hd Drilled 1 4 Dia REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NO FT900 96083000501 PRODUCT NO 960 83 00 05 TRANSMISSION
15. V belt not correctly adjusted V belt is off pulley s Tilling too deep Throttle control not properly adjusted Carburetor out of adjustment 17 TIR O N k 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 Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean Make sure 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 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Make necessary adjustments Set depth stake and wheels for shallower tilling Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Drain and clean fuel tank and refill and clean carburetor Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain 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 c
16. and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT See Fig 15 Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil e If a higher handle height is desired loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets Slide handle panel to desired location e the four nuts securely ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER Fig 15 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outertines can be assembled in several different ways to suit your tilling or cultivating needs CAUTION Tines are sharp Wear gloves or other protection when han dling tines NORMAL TILLING 26 INCH PATH See Fig 16 e Assemble holes in tine hubs to holes in tine shaft CLEVIS HAIRPIN CLIP INNER TINE Fig 16 13 MID WIDTH TILLING 24 INCH PATH See Fig 17 e Assemble holes in tine hubs to holes in tine shaft Fig 17 NARROW TILLING CULTIVATING 12 3 4 INCH PATH See Fig 18 Remove outer tines INNER TINES ONLY Fig 18 NOTE When reassembling outer tines be sure right tine assembly marked R and left tine assembly marked L are mounted to correct side of tine shaft SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE BELT GUARD See Fig 19 Recheck in
17. ard tine control in the OFF up position Squeeze reverse tine control to handle 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 til ler and while tilling We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard TILLING The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position of the depth stake and wheel height 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 6 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 Fornormaltilling set depth stake at the second or third hole from the top WHEELS See Fig 6 Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change wheel position Replace the hairpin clip and clevis pin For normal tilling set wheels at the second or third hole from the top HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN TO TRANSPORT CAUTION Before lifting ortransporting allow tiller engine and muffler to cool Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from fuel tank AROUND THE YARD Tip depth s
18. e operator s manual k Tampering with engine speed governor or emission components or running engines above specified and recommended engine speeds as listed in your operator s manual D Operation of the unit with improperly installed removed or modified cutting shields guards or safety devices m Any removed damaged air filter excessive dirt abrasives salt water moisture corrosion rust varnish stale fuel or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage procedures n Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than an authorized Husqvarna servicing dealer during the warranty period o Dirt contaminated grease or oil use of incorrect type of greases or oils failure to comply with recommended greasing intervals water or moisture damage and or improper storage Sprayers pumping or spraying caustic or flammable materials lack of or broken strainers or q Continued use of product after initial operational problem or failure occurs HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE 5 Authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer Center In order to obtain warranty coverage it is your responsibility at your expense to deliver or ship your Husqvarna unit to an authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer Center and arrange for pick up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made If you do not know the location of your nearest authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer call Husqvarna at 1 800 487 5951 during
19. er s or Manufacturer s warranty LCT Engines on specific Snow Throwers amp Tillers warranty through Husqvarna See reference 1 b of the warranty statement RZ Two 2 Year Consumer warranty parts amp labor with Hydro Gear Distributor network EZ One 1 Year Commercial warranty parts amp labor with Husqvarna Two 2 Year Consumer warranty parts amp labor with Hydro Gear Distributor network 2 Two 2 Year Commercial warranty parts amp labor with Hydro Gear Distributor network Limited Lifetime Warranty on Tiller tines is for the life of the product or 7 seven years after the last date of the complete unit s final production whichever comes first 27 11 29 10 D Husqvarna Printed in the U S A
20. inutes e Checktineoperation and adjustif necessary See TINE OPERATION in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TILLING HINTS 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 youare straining ortiller is shaking the wheels and depth stake are not set properly inthe soil being tilled The proper setting of the wheels and 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 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 clearthe soil ofunwanted 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 growing season to further condition the soil Soilconditions are important for proper tilling Tines will not readily penetrate dry hard soil which may contribute to excessive b
21. le Components NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY See ee Residential Zero Mowers RZ Only NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY Battery 1 Year Pro rated NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY Other Non Expendable Components NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY E Residential Zero Tum Mowers MZ 8 EZ Date ose Sa SSS SS c Seeeee Walk Behind Mowers mmm s ee vns Engine NOWARRAWY wo waren Snow Throwers Ea A Engine 2 Years Hovering Trimmers Consumer Commercial Rental __ See Separate Engine Manufacturer s or Manufacturer s warranty LCT Engines on specific Snow Throwers amp Tillers warranty through Husqvarna See reference 1 b of the warranty statement RZ Two 2 Year Consumer warranty parts amp labor with Hydro Gear Distributor network EZ One 1 Year Commercial warranty parts amp labor with Husqvarna Two 2 Year Consumer warranty parts amp labor with Hydro Gear Distributor network MZ Two 2 Year Commercial warranty parts amp labor with Hydro Gear Distributor network Limited Lifetime Warranty on Tiller tines is for the life of the product or 7 seven years after the last date of the complete unit s final production whichever comes first 26 Consumer Wheeled Warra
22. ll to within 1 2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills andto allow for fuel expansion If gasoline is ac cidentally spilled move machine away from area 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 TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can at tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system 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 d TO START ENGINE See Fig 8 CAUTION Keep tine control in OFF position when starting engine When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to move fuel from the tank to the engine Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected Place throttle control in FAST positi
23. nsure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY OPERATOR S POSITION See Fig 1 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it wrench sizes are listed means when you are in the operating position standing behind tiller handles 1 Utility knife 1 Screwdriver 1 Pair of pliers 2 1 2 wrenches 5 3 8 5 5 9 8 OPERATOR S POSITION Fig 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK 2 Flange Locknuts 1 M 2 Carriage Bolts 5 16 18 UNC x 2 1 2 5 16 18 UNC anua 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Bottle Engine Oil 2 Hex Nuts 5 16 18 2 Lock Washers 5 16 ASSEMBLY UNPACK CARTON amp INSTALL HANDLE See Fig 2 T CAUTION careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material IMPORTANT WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK 5 e Cut cable ties securing handles Slowly lift handle assembly up route cable s as shown and align handle holes with handle panel hole and slot e Loosely assemble hardware as shown Be sure the shorter 1 long hex bolt is assembled in lower hole of handle Repeat for opposite side Tighten all hardware securely Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid e Remove screws securing depth stake to skid and discard the screws LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE HANDLE HEX BOLT 5 16
24. nty Chart 2010 Exhibit A Consumer personal Commercial any commercial Rental any rental household use only professional institutional usage arigculutral or income producing use other than Rental Use Product Component Front Mounted Deck Riders Engin CU Vator _ ee Eer I een Pressure Washers Engin eee ee RENE Other Non Expendable Components other Pressure Washers 6027PW 9032PW 1340PW Engin GENE ___ O Generators o ee Engine 2 Years 2nd Year 2 Years 1365GN 2nd Year mm Other Non Expendable Components Parts Only Parts Only NO WARRANTY Spreaders o eX a Spreader ___ ear 1 __ Robotic Mowers Parts amp Accessories if purchased i RE Accessories e g grass catcher bumper guard accessories etc 1 Year NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY Parts e g belts blades etc 30 days NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY Parts amp Accessories if replaced in Warranty Service prc Vrat oe cns Replacement parts and or accessories provided under this Limited Warranty are warranted only for the BALANCE of the warranty period applicable to the part or accessory that was replaced See to left See to left See to left Consumer Commercial Rental See Separate Engine Manufactur
25. o 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 MAINTENANCE AND 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 be sure 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 ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT NOTE Gives essential information that will aid you to better understand incorporate or execute a particular set of instructions Lo
26. ok 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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3 Quarts 2 8L Unleaded Regular SAE 30 Above 32 F 0 C SAE 5w30 Below 32 F 0 C Champion RC12YC Gap 030 0 76mm Gasoline Capacity Oil API SG SL Capacity 21 2 0 61 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 SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tiller Followinstructions under Maintenance and Storage sections of this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST COVERED BRUSH
27. on e Move choke control to full CHOKE position Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand Pull rope out slowly until en gine reaches start of compression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not let starter handle snap back against starter Repeat if neces sary e If engine fires but does not start move choke control to half choke position Pull recoil starter handle until engine starts e When engine starts slowly move choke control to RUN position as engine warms up NOTE A warm engine requires less choking to start Move throttle control to desired running position Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging tines NOTE If at a high altitude 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual NOTE If engine does start see troubleshooting points SPARK PLUG CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break in your belt s pulleys and tine control before you actually begin tilling Start engine tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation Allow tines to rotate for five m
28. onnect 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 SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 100 F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil visc chart e Fig 11 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils BW 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 five 5 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 Figs 11 and 12 Determine temperature range expected befo
29. ounce and difficult handling of your tiller Hard soil should be moistened before tilling however extremely wet soil will ball up 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 You will find tilling much easier if you leave row un tilled between passes Then go back between tilled rows See Fig 9 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 and wheel height for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod Then work across the first cuts at normal depth Fig 9 CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre ventthem 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 notneedto 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 10
30. out extending of all belt guides before removing belts spring on end of cable and retighten cable clip BELT REMOVAL FINAL CHECK OFF POSITION e Remove reverse idler pulley from idler arm e With tine control OFF up push down on handle to e Remove reverse outside V belt raise tines off the ground mE Remove forward inside V belt from transmission pulley Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines first and then from engine pulley Tines should not rotate e If tines rotate inner wire of control cable is too tight BELT REPLACEMENT which is extending lower spring and engaging tines Install new forward inside V belt to engine pulley first Loosen cable clip and push down on cable only enough then to transmission pulley Be sure belt is positioned to relieve spring tension Tighten cable clip on inside groove of both pulleys inside all belt guides and rests on idler pulley Before installing reverse outside V belt turn belt inside out Twist so wide flat surface of belt is to inside e Wrap V belt around reverse idler pulley and reassemble idler to idler arm Tighten securely Be sure belt is 5 between reverse idler pulley and idler arm e uie while observing tines Install belt to outside groove of transmission pulley Be f t sure belt is inside all belt guides and rests on outside dftines do not rotate inner wire of control cable is too groove of engine
31. pulley loose Loosen cable clip and pull cable up to remove slack and retighten clip e Recheck in OFF position and adjust if necessary FINAL CHECK ON POSITION With tine control ON held downto handle push down on handle to raise tines off the ground 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CHECK TINE OPERATION e See TINE OPERATION CHECK in this section of manual REPLACE BELT GUARD FORWARD MOTION INSIDE V BELT ENGINE PULLEY TRANSMISSION PULLEY BELT GUIDE REVERSE IDLER PULLEY FORWARD IDLER PULLEY REVERSE OUTSIDE V BELT REVERSE IDLER PULLEY ENGINE PULLEY ET FORWARD IDLER PULLEY belts 10 FRONT VIEW REFERENCE REVERSE mie IDLER PULLEY renee ENGINE PULLEY REVERSE IDLER PULLEY IDLER ARM PIN FORWARD MOTION INSIDE V BELT ENGINE PULLEY BELT GUIDE ENGINE Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control devices and systems which are being done at the custom ers expense may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individual Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer s service outlet TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary However engine performance can be affected by differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment contact your nearest authorized service center department IMPORTANT
32. re oil change All oil must meet service classification SG SL e sure tiller is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container Remove drain plug e forward to drain oil e After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely Remove oil filler plug Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine Refill engine with oil See FILL ENGINE WITH OIL in the Operation section of this manual 11 OIL LEVEL OIL FILLER PLUG Fig 12 AIR CLEANER See Fig 13 Service air cleaner cartridge every 50 hours more often if engine is used in very dusty conditions Loosen air cleaner screws one on each side of Remove air cleaner cover Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge Be careful Do not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor Clean by tapping gently on flat surface e If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Clean and replace cover Tighten screws securely CAUTION Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not to be used to clean cartridge They may cause deterioration of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM See Fig 14 Your engine is air cooled For proper engine performance and long life keep your engine clean Clean air screen frequently
33. servicing dealer prior to any further use 4 Damages resulting from normal aging wear and tear or neglect are NOT covered The Limited Warranty does not cover damage other than that resulting from defects in material or workmanship The following are NOT considered defects in material or workmanship and therefore are NOT covered a Abrasion to mower decks b Tires damaged by external punctures c Natural discoloration of materials due to ultraviolet light d Damage to cutting equipment by way of contact with rocks or other non approved materials and or structures In addition this Limited Warranty does not cover damages malfunctions or failures resulting from abuse or neglect of the product related to or including any of the following e Failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual f Abuse misuse neglect modifications alterations normal wear improper servicing use of unauthorized attachments Lack of lubrication or engine failure due to the use of oils that do not meet Engine manufacturer s specifications Use of gasohol containing methanol wood alcohol Gasohol which contains a maximum 10 ethanol grain alcohol 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether is approved h Use of ether or any starting fluids i Pressure cleaning or steam cleaning the product Use of spark plugs other than those meeting emission performance requirements listed in th
34. sions control equipment and components to the extent regulated by the U S Environmental Protection Agency or similar state agencies Such equipment and components are covered by a separate emission control warranty statement supplied with your new product Please consult this separate warranty statement for details 2 Any COMMERCIAL INSITUTIONAL AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIAL INCOME PRODUCING or RENTAL use will result in either No Warranty or a Shortened Warranty Period Depending on the product there is either NO WARRANTY or a reduced warranty if the product is used for commercial institutional agricultural industrial income producing or rental purposes Please refer to Exhibit A 3 Owner s Your Responsibilities To preserve your rights under this Limited Warranty you must demonstrate reasonable care and use of the product including following the preventative maintenance storage fuel and oil usages as prescribed in the enclosed operator s manual For example the following items are the Owner s responsibility and are not covered by this Limited Warranty a Set up and pre delivery service and engine tune ups b Adjustments after the first 30 thirty days of purchase and beyond such as throttle cable belt guides adjustments 24 c Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operator s manual In addition you must cease using the product immediately upon any failure or damage The product should be taken to an authorized Husqvarna
35. take forward until it is held by the stake spring 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 Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage BEFORE STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED CLEAN COVERED CONTAINERS USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS PILL ENGINE WITH OIL See Fig 7 With engine level remove engine oil filler plug Fill engine with oil to point of overflowing For approx imate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual e Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re level With engine level refill to point of overflowing if nec essary Replace oil filler plug For 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 Fig 7 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 CAUTION Fi
36. th a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic 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 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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 1 CAUSE Out of fuel Engine 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 adjustment 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 Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted Soil balls up or clumps 1 Ground too wet Tine control is not engaged
37. the hours of 8 00 AM to 8 00 PM Eastern Standard Time or visit www husqvarna com Should you require assistance or have questions concerning this Limited Warranty you may contact us at 800 487 5951 during the hours of 8 00 AM to 8 00 PM Eastern Standard Time or contact us through the web at www husqvarna com 6 Documentation Required You must maintain and present Proof of purchase including date product model and if applicable engine serial number to an authorized Husqvarna Servicing Dealer for warranty service under this Limited Warranty Proof of purchase rests solely with the owner customer Husqvarna encourages you to register your product online at www usa husqvarna com to help ensure among other things that you can be notified of important product information However registering your product is not a condition of warranty service Husqvarna Consumer Outdoor Products N A Inc Husqvarna Professional Products Inc 9335 Harris Corners Parkway Charlotte NC 28269 575 49 43 01 R3 2010 25 Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart 2010 Exhibit A Consumer personal Commercial any commercial Rental any rental household use only professional institutional usage arigculutral or income producing use other than Rental Use Product Component Riding Lawn Tractors eren Frame Chassis Front Axle NO WARRANTY NO WARRANTY Transmission if made by Other Non Expendab
38. to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except where specifically recommended by manufacturer Do not put hands feet near or under rotating parts 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 After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire fromthe spark plug thoroughly inspect thetillerforany damage and repairthe damage before restarting and operating the tiller 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 e Stop the engine motor when leaving the operating position e Takeallpossible precautions when leaving the machine unattended Disengage the tines shift into neutral and stop the engine Before cleaning repairing or inspecting shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnectthe spark plug wire and keepthe wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Disconnect the cord on electric motors Do not run the engine indoors exhaust fumes are dangerous Never 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 to
39. using a stiff bristled brush Remove blower housing and clean as necessary Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER HOUSING 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 if necessary 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 sea Son or after every 50 hours of use whichever comes first Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual TRANSMISSION Yourtransmission is sealed and will only require lubrication if it is 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 mat ter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
40. ylinder fins air screen muffler area Remove and clean muffler Adjust carburetor to richer position Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions Adjust wheels and depth stake Wait for more favorable soil conditions Engage tine control Inspect adjust V belt Inspect V belt Set depth stake for shallower tilling Check throttle control setting Make necessary adjustments REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NO FT900 96083000501 PRODUCT NO 960 83 00 05 HANDLE ASSEMBLY FT handle assy 5 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 44 07 18 Panel Control 12 898 00 01 29 Nut Flange 2 872 14 05 12 Bolt RDHD 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 13 532 18 08 47 Bolt 5 16 18 x 3 4 3 532 16 57 87 Grip Handle 14 532 44 07 22 Assembly Panel 4 532 44 07 14 Handle LH Double Bend 16 532 44 07 15 Handle RH Double Bend 5 873 68 05 00 Nut Crown Lock 5 16 18 19 532 18 85 62 Lever Control Tine 6 819 11 11 16 Washer 11 32 x 11 16 x 16 Ga 20 532 18 85 55 Pin Pivot 7 819 12 14 14 Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga 29 81200 00 59 Retainer Ring 8 874 76 05 20 Bolt Fin Hx 5 16 18 x 1 25 9 874 76 05 16 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 1 10 81004 05 00 Washer Lock 5 16 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 11 873 22 05 00 Nut Fin Hx 5 16 18 1 inch 25 4 mm 18 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NO FT900 96083000501 PRODUCT NO 960 83 00 05 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY ABE
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