Husqvarna CT16 User's Manual
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1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller cultivator is to be used and remove all foreign objects FUEL SAFETY Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable Use an approved container stored for an extended period Check fuel supply before each use allowing space for Never store the tiller cultivator with fuel in the expansion as the heat of the engine and or sun can fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources cause fuel to expand are present such as water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel Keep the tiller cultivator in safe working condition Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel to a tightness running or hot engine Never store fuel or tiller cultivator with fuel in FUEL SAFETY the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an After striking a foreign object stop the engine open flame motor Remove the wire from the spark plug and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent OPERATING SAFETY accidental starting Thoroughly inspect the Never allow children or young teenagers to tiller cultivator for any damage and repair the operate the tiller cultivator Keep them away damage before restarting and operating the while it is2. 1 1996 Spare Parts Pi ces D tach es Owner s Manual 601 00 18 54 Reference No 337411 05 03 95 A SAFETY RULES A IMPORTANT SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY YOUR TILLER CULTIVATOR IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THE FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BEFORE USE Never allow bystanders near the tiller cultivator Read the owners manual carefully Be thor Keep children and pets away while operating oughly familiar with the controls and the proper Never operate the tiller cultivator without good use of the tiller cultivator Know how to stop see l l light the tiller cultivator and disengage the controls quickly visibility orlight Do not run the engine indoors The exhaust fumes Do not operate the tiller cultivator without are dangerous containing CARBON MONOXIDE an wearing adequate outer garments Wear footwear ODORLESS and DEADLY GAS that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Take all possible precautions when leaving the Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particu tiller cultivator unattended Stop the engine larly small children and pets Do not overload the tiller cultivator capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate SAFE STORAGE Always refer to the owner s manual instructions for important details if the tiller cultivator is to be
3. TO INHALE AS WELL AS BEING EXPLO SIVE WARNING Experience indicates that 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 system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 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 OPERATION GASOLINE AND OIL MIXTURE Mix gasoline and oil as follows Pour 1 U S quart of fresh clean unleaded automo tive gasoline into a gallon gasoline container Add 5 oz of clean high quality two cycle oil into the gasoline container IMPORTANT DO NOT USE OUTBOARD MOTOR OIL OR MULTI VISCOSITY OILS SUCH AS 10W 30 OR 10W 40 DISREGARD MIX RATIO INFORMA TION ON OIL CONTAINTER IF INSTRUCTIONS CONFLICT WITH FUEL MIXTURE CHART BELOW Reinstall the cap on the gasoline container and shake container vigorously so the oil mixes with the gasoline Add an additional 3 U S quarts of gasoline to the gallon container and shake the container again FUEL MIXTURE CHART Mixture 24 1 us f simmo cas jom Gas jon TG soz aines A671 2
4. The engine can be worn out in a very short period of time if dirt or grit is allowed to enter the engine To clean the air filter do the following Loosen screws on air cleaner cover See FIG 2 C R and remove the cover Remove foam element from air cleaner Wipe inside of the air cleaner housing clean Clean the foam element by washing in a strong solution of water and household detergent Then rinse thor oughly in clean water Wrap foam element in clean cloth and squeeze out do not twist all the liquid until dry Cover the ends and side of the foam element with same oil used in fuel mixture Knead the foam element be tween fingers to distribute oil and remove excess oil Reinstall foam element in air cleaner housing Service the foam element carefully inspecting for deterio ration or damage A defective improperly serviced or misassembled air filter will allow dirt particles to enter the engine Reassemble the filter See FIG 2 C R Place the cover on the air cleaner housing and tighten screws to secure cover to the housing CAUTION NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITH OUT THE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT IN STALLED A DEFECTIVE AIR CLEANER CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE WEAR OR DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE COMPONENTS IF DIRT OR DUST IS PERMITTED TO ENTER THE ENGINE THROUGH THE CARBURETOR AN AIR CLEANER THAT IS CLOGGED WITH DUST OR DIRT SHOULD BE CLEANED AND RE OILED SPA
5. at the end of the growing season to further condition the soil Avoid tilling the soil that is too dry as the soil pulverizes and produces a dust that will not hold water Also tilling soil that is too wet will produce unsatisfactory clods besides being hard on the machine Better growth will be obtained in tilled ground if a rela tively small area is tilled properly and the tilled ground used soon after tilling to preserve the moisture content The depth rod on the back of the tiller cultivator serves a dual purpose See FIG 2 OP It helps regulate thedepth of the cut to a uniform level and also acts as a brake to help the operator control the speed of the tiller cultivator Also with the wheels down it is used for transporting the unit Lowering the depth rod will slow the tiller cultivator and make it till deeper Raising the depth rod will allow the tiller cultivator to move faster and till more shallow If the tiller cultivator stops forward motionand tries to dig deeper than necessary move the handles from side to side to start forward motion CULTIVATING HINTS When cultivating weed killing it is best to till no deeper than 1 1 2 inches Tilling deeper will only pull to the surface ungerminated weed seeds You may want to raise the depth rod to lessen the braking action When cultivating around plants or close areas you may want to remove the outside tines See Tine Replace ment paragraph in the Service Adjustments
6. Gal 11 oz 8 Liters 333C CS Gal 2702 20 titers 83t This completes the special gasoline mixing 24 1 procedure It can now be poured into the tiller cultivator fuel tank IMPORTANT DO NOT FILL FUEL TANK WITH GASOLINE THAT DOES NOT HAVE OIL MIXED INIT DO NOT USE GASO LINE ADDITIVES BECAUSE THE EN GINE MAY BE DAMAGED SHAKE THE GASOLINE CONTAINER BE FORE EACH FILLING OF THE FUEL TANK TO START THE ENGINE Before starting the engine be sure you have read and under stood all the instructions on the preceding pages Fill the fuel tank to 1 2 inch below the bottom of the fill neck with fresh fuel mix and reinstall the fuel tank cap securely Never use fuel that may be stale from long periods of storage Move the shut off switch to the ON position Move the choke control see FIG 1 OP to the FULL choke position all the way down NOTE A warm engine should not require choking CAUTION DO NOT TOUCH THE THROTTLE CONTROL WHILE STARTING THE ENGINE THE TILLER CULTIVATOR WILL PROPEL IT SELF IF THE ENGINE SPEED IS ADVANCED ERQMIDLE Tilt the tiller cultivator back on the depth rod or transport wheels to raise the tines off the ground Grasp the upper handle firmly to stabilize the tiller cultivator and pull the starter handle with short quick pulls Do not allow the starter handle to snap back let it rewind slowly while holding the starter rope It will take a few pulls on the st
7. ICE amp ADJUSTMENTS TINE REPLACEMENT FIG 1 SERV amp ADJ l i FRONT VIEW The tiller cultivator is left hand or right hand as viewed from the operator s position behind the unit CLEVIS PINS All four tines on this unit are different and cannot be inter changed The tines must be properly installed as shown in figures 1 and 2 or the tiller cultivator will not function properly The outside tines may be removed to reduce the tilling width to about 6 inches for working close around plants or in small areas if desired When reinstalling the outside tines see below CAUTION THE TINES ARE SELF SHARP ENING AND WILL BECOME QUITE SHARP FROM USE HANDLE CAREFULLY HAIRPINS The tines will all wear fairly evenly If the tines are being replaced because of wear we recommend that all four tines be FIG 2 replaced at the same time To replace the tines do the SERV amp ADJ following Place the shut off switch to the OFF position and disconnect the spark plug wire PROPERLY INSTALLED RIGHT SIDE TINES Remove the hairpins and the clevis pins from the tines on one side of the unit and remove the tines See FIG 1 SERV amp ADJ Clean the tine shaft and oil the shaft at the tine locations Place the inside tine on the tine shaft and reinstall the clevis pin and hairpin When the tines are properly installed the letter R will be visible on the outside of the right hand tine the letter L
8. K FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS OWNER S INFORMATION Record the following information about your unit so that you will be able to provide it in case of loss or theft MODEL NUMBER fe E E m g E E E Enter complete 8 digit number from model plate on unit PURCHASE DATE CODE NO _________ SERIAL NO DEALER S NAME AND ADDRESS CITY _ STATE SC TELEPHONE WARNING 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 or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES set immense 2 MAINTENANCE c ccccccceseceseccsseeceeesseeees 10 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS c ccccscccesseeeesteesesseeees 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 000008 12 13 OWNER S INFORMATION cccccccsscecsseeeeseeeees 3 STORAGE asian tannins ane 14 CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG cccceeeseeeeeeeeees 3 TROUBLESHOOTING cec
9. RK PLUG If the engine is flooded clean the area around the spark plug base to prevent foreign material from entering the cylinder s when the plug is removed Remove and dry the spark plug Regap the electrodes to 030 if necessary If anew spark plug is needed refer to the Engine Operation and Maintenance manual for the proper replacement spark plug Tighten the spark plug firmly If a torque wrench is available torque the spark plug to 15 foot pounds CYLINDER EXHAUST PORTS The cylinder exhaust ports should be cleaned after each seventy five 75 to one hundred 100 hours of operation For this procedure we recommend that you take your unit to a technician trained to work on two cycle engines MAINTENANCE FIG 2 C R FOAM ELEMENT SCREWS CLEANING See FIG 3 C R Always remove the dirt and debris from the tiller clutivator after each use Remove any string wire or vegetation that may become lodged in the mechanism and stop the tine rotation Proceed as follows Release the throttle control and move the shut off switch to the OFF position then disconnect the spark plug wire Remove hairpin and clevis pin securing tine s assembly to the shaft and remove the tine s Remove lodged material Reassemble tine s on shaft and secure with a clevis pin and hairpin Reconnect spark plug wire and restart engine TINE SHIELD CLEVIS PINS LODGED ITEM cL HAIRPINS HAIRPINS TRANSMISSION SERV
10. SPEED CARBURETOR ADJUSTING SCREW MIXTURE ADJUSTING SCREW ENGINE SHOWN WITH AIR CLEANER REMOVED CAUTION NEVER TAMPER WITH THE EN GINE GOVERNOR WHICHIS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVER SPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FAC TORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DAN GEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOV ERNED HIGH SPEEDS NEEDS ADJUST ING CONTACT A COMPETENT REPAIR MAN WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIP MENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS OR IN ENCLOSED POORLY VENTILATED AREA WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE WATER HEATER CLOTHES DRYER ETC NOTE The tiller cultivator should be immediately prepared for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more TILLER CULTIVATOR Thoroughly clean the tiller cultivator Remove all dirt and debris from the engine and unit Remove the tines and oil the tine shaft and reinstall the tines See Service Adjustments section in thismanual Loosen the tee knobs that secure the upper handle to the lower handle Carefully fold the upper handle down making sure the throttle is not kinked Tighten the tee knobs The cross piece of the upper handle between the lower handles can now be used as a carry handle or can be hooked over a wall hook to store the tiller cultivator up off the floor out of the way NOTE A yearly
11. TILLER CULTIVATOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER CULTIVATOR Compare the illustrations with your tiller cultivator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference UPPER HANDLE LEFT SIDE THROTTLE LOWER HANDLE CONTROL FUEL TANK RIGHT SID LOWER HANDLE DEPTH ROD TRANSPORT WHEELS THROTTLE CONTROL Controls the engine speed and the tine rotation This tiller cultivator is equipped with a centrifugal clutch that engages the tine drive system when the engine speed is increased CHOKE CONTROL LEVER Used to assist in starting a cold engine SHUT OFF SWITCH Used to stop the engine STARTER HANDLE The engine on this tiller cultivator is equipped with an easy pull recoil starter FIG 1 OP RECOIL STARTER HANDLE SHUT OFF SWITCH AIR CLEANER CHOKE CONTROL LEVER CULTIVATOR TINES DEPTH ROD TRANSPORT WHEELS Used to adjust the depth of the cut It also acts as a brake to help the operator control the direction and speed of the tiller cultivator It is adjusted by removing the hairpin cotter and the clevis pin and moving the depth rod to a different setting Turn the depth rod with the wheels down to transport the tiller cultivator WEAR YOUR OPERATION The operation of this tiller cultivator can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes SAFETY CLASSES 7 operating the tiller c
12. arter handle to feed gas from the fuel tank to the carburetor When engine starts move the choke control to 1 2 choke position until the engine runs smoothly Then move choke control to OFF position f engine falters move choke control to 1 2 choke position until engine runs smoothly Then move choke control to OFF position f engine fires but does not continue to run move choke control to no choke position and repeat starting instructions NOTE If the tines do not stop when the throttle control is released adjust the carburetor idle speed as instructed in Step 5 of Carburetor Adjustment paragraph in the Service Adjustments section of this manual To stop the engine release the throttle control and move the shut off switch to the OFF position f the engine becomes flooded see the Spark Plug Maintenance paragraph in the Maintenance sec tion of this manual Then pull the starter rope with the choke control in the OFF position CAUTION THE MUFFLER AND SURROUND ING AREAS BECOME HOT AFTER RUNNING THE ENGINE AVOID THESE AREAS TILLING HINTS Tilling is digging in turning over and breaking up packed soil before planting Loose unpacked soil helps root growth Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 inches Tilling will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation The decomposi tion of this vegetation matter enriches the soil De pending on the climate rainfall and wind it may be advisable to till the soil
13. ccccssseceeseeeesseeeeees 15 ASSEMBLY lien tee tes 4 5 REPAIR PARTS oain ea e 16 21 OPERATION iyya a a aaaea 6 9 WARRANTY cccsccesceesseeceeeeseeeeeeees Back Cover PARTS CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON TO REMOVE TILLER CULTIVATOR 1 10 inch Tiller Cultivator completely assembled FROM CARTON except for the handles and throttle control assembly Remove plastic parts bag for tiller cultivator from 1 Upper Handle carton 1 Left Hand Lower Handle 1 Right Hand Lower Handle Remove handles from the carton 1 Owner s Manual Not Shown Remove remainder of packing material from carton 1 Bag of Assembly Parts See below Lift the tiller cultivator out of carton and place on a hard level surface TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 2 7 16 inch Wrenches or adjustable wrenches 1 Regular Screwdriver 1 Pair Scissors PARTS BAG CONTENTS OF PARTS BAG shown actual size m 1 10 16 x 1 1 2 Inch Washer Head Tap Screw Remove packing material from around tines 1 Tie Strap PEELE EEE EEE EEE EEL EEE EEE EEE PEE EEE EEE EEE EEE gt 1 Shut Off Switch and Parts California Proposition 65 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm ASSEMBLY CAUTION ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES OR EYE SHIELDS WHILE ASSEM BLING TILLER CULTIVATOR FIG 1 OP on page 6 shows the tiller cultivator completely asse
14. checkup or tuneup by a competent repairman is a good way to insure that your tiller cultivator will provide maximum performance for the next season ENGINE IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ES SENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DUR INGSTORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATE THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASO HOL OR USING ETHANOLOR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOIS TURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARA TION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE 15 STORAGE Drain the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved container outdoors away from open flame Start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel Pullthe starter handle slowly until you feel resistance due to compression pressure then stop Release the starter tension slowly to prevent the engine from reversing due to compression pressure This position will close both the intake and exhaust ports to prevent corrosion of the piston and cylinder bore OTHER If possible store your tiller cultivator indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt Cover the tiller cultivator with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic IMPORTANT NEVER COVER THE TILLER CULTIVATOR WHILE THE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLE Difficult starting Engine will not
15. l for lubrication of the bearings and other moving parts The correct fuel mixture ratio is 24 1 See Fuel Mixture Chart Gasoline and oil must be pre mixed ina clean gasoline container Always use fresh clean unleaded gasoline which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while We recommend standard safety glasses or Wide Vision Safety Mask for over your glasses CAUTION GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE AND CAUTION MUST BE USED WHEN HANDLING OR STORING IT DO NOT FILL FUEL TANK WHILE TILLER CUL TIVATOR IS RUNNING HOT OR WHEN TILLER CULTIVATOR IS IN AN EN CLOSED AREA KEEP AWAY FROM OPEN FLAME ELECTRICAL SPARK AND DO NOT SMOKE WHILE MIXING FUEL OR FILLING THE FUEL TANK NEVER FILL FUEL TANK COMPLETELY BUT FILL THE TANK TO WITHIN 1 2 INCH FROM THE TOP TO PROVIDE SPACE FOR EXPANSION OF FUEL ALWAYS FILL FUEL TANK OUTDOORS AND USE A FUNNEL OR SPOUT TO PREVENT SPILLING MAKE SURE TO WIPE UP ANY SPILLED FUEL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE STORE GASOLINE IN A CLEAN APPROVED CON TAINER AND KEEP THE CAP IN PLACE ON THE CONTAINER KEEP GASOLINE IN A COOL WELL VENTILATED PLACE NEVER IN THE HOUSE NEVER BUY MORE THAN A 30 DAY SUPPLY OF GASOLINE TO ASSURE VOLATILITY GASOLINE IS INTENDED TO BE USED AS A FUEL FOR INTERNAL COMBUS TION ENGINES THEREFORE DO NOT USE GASO LINE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE SINCE MANY CHIL DREN LIKE THE SMELL OF GASOLINE KEEP IT OUT OF THEIR REACH BECAUSE THE FUMES ARE DAN GEROUS
16. mbled Reference to the right and left hand side of the tiller cultivator is from the operator s position behind the unit TO INSTALL THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY The lower handles have a short bend at the bottom end and are flattened at the top to allow the upper handle to be placed between the lower handles To assemble the handles do the following Unwind the throttle control from around the engine and straighten the cable Be careful you do not kink the cable Remove two locknuts four spacers and two handle mounting screws from the tine shield See FIG 1 ASSY Insert the right side lower handle section into the mounting channel between the tine shield and the engine casting See FIG 2 ASSY Push the mounting screws through the tine shield handle and approxi mately halfway into the engine casting Be sure aspacer is on each mounting screw See FIG 3 ASSY It may be necesary to rotate the lower handle to align the mounting holes To allow proper mounting of the upper handle section be sure the flat portion of the lower handle is facing inward Position the left side lower handle section into the mounting channel between the tine shield and the engine casting Align the holes in the handle with the engine casting and the tine shield then push the mounting screws completely through the engine casting tine shield and handle Install a spacer onto the mounting screws and secure the lower handle sections using two lockn
17. ndle right side and attach the throttle control to the underside of the handle See FIG 4 ASSY Attach the throttle cable to the right lower handle by threading a tie strap through the hole in the lower handle and around the throttle cable on the outside of the handle See FIG 4 ASSY Thread the pointed end of the strap through the other square end of the strap and pull tight around the throttle cable and lower handle NOTE One side of the tie strap is rough while the other side is smooth The rough side must be on the inside of the loop formed when the ends of the tie strap are put together Try to loosen the tie strap If it will loosen it is put together with the smooth side to the inside of the loop Remove the tie strap and reverse the direc tion Cut off excess strap TO INSTALL THE REMOTE SHUT OFF SWITCH Assemble shut off switch See FIG 5 ASSY Attach assembled switch to left lower handle switch on inside of handle with a No 10x1 1 16 inch hex head screw and a No 10 keps nut Tighten securely Push switch wire onto prong on bottom side of switch See FIG 5 ASSY Attach switch wire to left lower handle See FIG 6 ASSY as close to the engine casting as possible with a cable tie strap NO 10 X 1 1 2 INCH m HEX HEAD SCREW FIG 4 ASSY HANDLE GRIP THROTTLE CONTROL CURVED HEAD CARRIAGE BOLT 11 32 INCH FLATWASHER ER TIE STRAP RIGHT LOW OPERATION KNOW YOUR
18. ockwise open 1 3 8 turns Start the engine and let it warm up approximately 3 to 5 minutes Do not adjust the carburetor when the engine is cold Ifthe engine falters or stops after the choke lever is moved to the OFF position open the mixture adjusting screw an additional 1 8 turn counterclockwise With the engine running release the throttle control idle position to make the mixture adjustments a Turn the mixture adjusting screw See FIG 3 SERV amp ADJ slowly clockwise until the engine falters Note this location b Turn the mixture adjusting screw slowly counterclock wise until the engine starts to sputter Note this location c Turn the mixture adjusting screw clockwise until it is halfway between the first position where the engine faltered and the second position where the engine started to sputter The idle speed may need to be adjusted after making the mixture adjustment If the tines do not turn when the engine is running and the throttle control is released the idle speed will not need adjusting If the tines turn when thethrottlecontrol is released do the following a Havesomeone hold the tiller cultivator back on the depth bar with the tines off the ground Start the engine With the throttle in the released idle position turn the idle speed adjusting screw counter clockwise until the tines stop rotating 14 SERVICE amp ADJUSTMENTS FIG 3 SERV amp ADJ IDLE
19. on the left hand tine The letter should appear opposite the small hole in the side of the tine Place the outside tine on the tine shaft and reinstall the clevis pin and hairpin cotter RIGHT SIDE INDICATOR The outside tine cutting tips will all bend in toward the inside tine The letter R on the right side or L on the left side should be visible from the outside of the unit Repeat steps on the opposite side of the unit Check to make sure the tines are installed on correct side of the unit See FIG 2 SERV amp ADJ 13 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT A dirty air cleaner will cause the engine to run improperly and or smoke excessively Be sure the air cleaner is clean before adjusting the carburetor Never make unnecessary adjustments to the carburetor The carburetor was set at the factory to operate efficiently under most applications How ever if adjustments are required we recommend you contact a competent repairman If you feel that you are competent to make carburetor adjustment proceed as follows CAUTION USE EXTREME CARE WHEN MAKING ADJUSTMENTS THAT REQUIRE THE ENGINE TO BE RUNNING KEEP HANDS FEET HAIR AND LOOSE CLOTH ING AWAY FROM ANY MOVING PART Turn the mixture adjusting screw See FIG 3 S E R V amp A D J clockwise to close IMPORTANT TIGHTEN THE ADJUSTING SCREW WITH YOUR FINGERS TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE CARBURETOR OR ADJUSTING SCREW Turn the mixture adjusting screw countercl
20. operating Never allow adults to tiller cultivator operate the tiller cultivator without proper instruction f If the tiller cultivator should start to vibrate Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during abnormally stop the engine motor and operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to check immediately for the cause Vibration is protect your eyes from foreign objects that may be generally a warning of trouble thrown from the tiller cultivator Stop the engine motor whenever you leave Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating the operating position Also disconnect the parts spark plug wire before unclogging the tines Exercise extreme caution when operating on and when making any repairs adjustments or or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay inspections alert for hidden hazards or traffic When cleaning repairing or inspecting shut Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling off the engine and make certain all moving Never operate the tiller cultivator without proper parts have stopped guards plates or other safety protective devices in place Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except when specifically J Never operate the tiller cultivator at high transport p g p recommended by the manufacturer speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED 2 A LOO
21. rovided to assist the operator properly maintain the tiller cultivator CHECK TRANSMISSION GREASE LEVEL Remove both left side tines See Service and Adjust ments section in this manual Remove the air vent screw See FIG 1 C R from the top left side of the transmission Using a grease gun fill the transmission through the grease fitting until the new grease begins to come out of the air vent screw hole Reinstall the air vent screw Check the condition of the felt washer in the side of the transmission at the tine shaft See FIG 1 C R Re place the felt washer if it is damaged See Repair Parts section in this manual Clean tine shaft spread a few drops of oil on shaft in tine replacement areas Reinstall the tines Remove the right side tines Check the felt washer for damage clean and oil the tine shaft Reinstall the tines ing Service Recommendations Chart is provided to assist the operator properly maintain the tiller cultivator NI A Z AIR VENT TRANSMISSION SCREW GREASE FITTING Lubricate the geor box with ubriplate 630AA or Lubriplate GR 132 TINE SHAFT Oil the tine shaft before storage and after cleaning if the dethatcher cultivator is flushed with water VIEW OF LEFT SIDE WITH TINES REMOVED ENGINE AIR CLEANER The air cleaner filter should be cleaned and reoiled after 3 months or 25 hours of operation Clean more often under dusty conditions IMPORTANT
22. run at full speed Engine speed does not increase properly Engine smokes excessively Tines continue to rotate when throttle control is released Tines will not turn Unit does not till properly CAUSE Stale fuel mixture Too much oil in mixture Engine runs erratically Dirt in fuel tank or out of fuel Carburetor out of adjustment Fouled spark plug Plugged air cleaner Debris interferring with throttle linkage Plugged air cleaner Too much oil in fuel mixture Carburetor out of adjustment Foreign object lodged in tine Incorrect tine installation 16 TROUBLE SHOOTING CORRECTION Drain fuel tank Fill with fresh mixture Check fuel mix chart and mix fresh fuel Clean fuel tank Fuel tank should be half full when starting engine See carburetor adjustment section Clean and re gap plug Clean and re oil air cleaner Blow dirt and debris off top of carburetor Clean and re oil air cleaner Check fuel mix chart and mix fresh fuel Adjust carburetor idle speed See Carburetor Adjustment paragraph in Service Adjustments section of this manual Remove lodged item See Cleaning paragraph in the Maintenance section of this manual Check the tines for proper installation See the Tine Replacement paragraph in the Service Adjustment section of this manual
23. section of this manual 10 OPERATION FIG 2 OP CLEVIS PIN DEPTH ROD HAIRPIN DEPTH ROD IN TILLING POSITION CAUTION READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTIONS OF ALL CONTROLS e KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNIN STRUCTED ADULTS TO OPERATE TILLER SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE UNCLOGGING TINES OR MAKING REPAIRS KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM MACHINE KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS WARNING KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING TINES ROTATING TINES CAN CAUSE INJURY MAINTENANCE GENERAL The warranty on this tiller cultivator does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty the operator must main tain the tiller cultivator as instructed in this manual The follow SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS CHART SERVICE RECORDS Fill in dates as you complete regular service Cylinder Exhaust Ports Drain Fuel LUBRICATION Every 25 hours and or at the beginning of each season the gear box should be filled with lubricant Tubes of gear lubricant are available from most automotive supply stores Use por table tool grease such as Lubriplate 630AA Product No 06787 1 3 4 oz tube or Lubriplate GR 132 Product No 15892 10 oz tube The tine shaft should have oil applied before storage and after cleaning if the tiller cultivator is flushed with water The following illustration is p
24. ultivator FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT CAUTION KEEP AWAY FROM THE ROTATING PARTS ROTATING PARTS CAN CAUSE INJURY TO STOP TILLER CULTIVATOR e Release the throttle control to stop the tines e Move the shut off switch on the engine to the OFF position TO OPERATE CULTIVATOR e Set the depth rod to the desired tilling position as follows Remove the hairpin cotter from the clevis pin securing the depth rod See FIG 1 OP Remove the clevis pin and adjust the depth rod upward to dig shallower or downward to dig deeper Reinstall the clevis pin and hairpin cotter With engine running tilt the unit back on the depth bar until the tines are off the ground and squeeze the throttle control all the way up against the hand grip The engine is governor controlled and should be run at full throttle Grasp the handles firmly and slowly tilt the unit forward to begin the tilling action As the tines begin to make contact with the ground hold back on the handles so that the tines will dig and not ride forward over the ground Hold back until the tines dig into the soil ifthe tilled depth is too deep or too shallow turn off the engine and reset the depth rod if depth rod is not controlling forward action lower the depth rod If the unit is not going forward raise the depth rod BEFORE STARTING ENGINE FILL GAS The two cycle engine used on this tiller cultivator requires a mixture of gasoline and oi
25. uts previously removed See FIG 3 ASSY Finger tighten the locknuts at this time Remove hardware from upper handle Place the upper handle between the lower handles See FIG 4 ASSY and secure with two curved head carriage bolts two formed washers two 11 32 inch flatwashers and two tee knobs removed earlier on the inside of the handle You must insert a hex nut into each tee knob Finger tighten only Pull back on the tee knob to engage the hex opening with the hex nut Tighten the tee knob The nut will be pulled into the cavity and locked The lower handles have two holes at the top end to allow the upper handle to be positioned at two different heights Using two 7 16 inch wrenches tighten the locknuts on the screws in the lower ends of the lower handles just enough to hold the lower handles firmly in place FIG 1 ASSY 2 SPACERS 2 SPACERS 2 HANDLE MOUNTING SCREWS SHIELD FRONT VIEW FIG 2 ASSY LOWER END OF HANDLE MOUNTING CHANNEL FIG 3 ASSY SPACERS LOCKNUTS SPACERS TINE SHIELD Pong MOUNTING SCREWS ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT OVERTIGHTENING THE SCREWS ENOUGH TO CHANGE THE SHAPE OF THE HANDLES CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE CASTING Hold the curved head carriage bolt against theoutside of the lower handle while tightening the tee knobs securely TO INSTALL THE THROTTLE CON TROL ASSEMBLY Place a No 10 x 1 1 2 inch hex head screw down through the hole in the upper ha
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