Murray FT6000X92A Tiller User Manual
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1. 1 Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of operation 2 Change oil after first 5 8 hours of operation Change oil while engine is warm Refill with new oil of recommended grade Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation Service air cleaner Keep engine and parts clean Mm A Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts keep these items tightened Figure 12 I F041303L 18 NORMAL CARE Check Tiller Transmission Grease Clean Tine Axle Shaft 1 Turn off engine Engine must be cool IMPORTANT 2 Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure 3 Remove all vegetation string wire and other material that may have accumulated on the axle between the inside set of tines and the seal on the transmission housing Tiller transmission is shipped from factory with the proper amount of grease To add grease remove both high and low grease ports Inject grease in bottom until you see some at top hole transmission is now full 4 Replace spark plug wire grease out high grease port grease in low grease port Figure 12 F041303L 19 STORAGE PREPARE FOR STORAGE Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage Read your engine manual for detailed instructio2. F 041303L W MURRAY Front Tine Rototiller Operator s Manual Operating Position Includes Models FT6000X92A F041303L MODEL IDENTIFICATION eren 3 WARRANTY rai aaa 4 SAFETY RULES 2 22 22 este 5 Owner s Responsibility 5 enc 5 Preparato accon eien E 5 SA esteunikene 6 Maintenance and 6 Safety Decals eti Gio eed eere ids 7 FEATURES acia 8 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY 9 Unpack TET orescence eae den e eis 9 Install the Depth Regulator Lever 10 Fill Engine Crankcase 10 CONTROLS 2 11 Drive Safety Control Lever 11 MODEL IDENTIFICATION Record your model number manufacturer number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference The model and manufacturer numbers can be found on the unit I D plate located on the unit s left engine mount Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for location of engine serial number A WARNING You must read understand and comply with all safety and operating instructions in this manual before attempting to setup and operate your rototiller Failure to comply with all
3. XY 2 979 chosen tilling depth 3 Align hole in depth regulator lever with hole in depth regulator bracket and replace detent pin Figure 8 CAUTION Do not adjust tilling depth unless drive safety control lever is released to the neutral position 13 F 041303L OPERATION PRE START INSPECTION Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts are secure 2 Check oil level in engine crankcase See your engine manual for procedure and specifications 3 Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness See your engine manual for procedure Check the fuel supply Fill the fuel tank no closer than 1 inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion See your engine manual for fuel recommendations sure spark plug is tightened securely spark plug wire is attached o Check depth regulator lever position A CAUTION Please do not start your tiller until you have read the Manual that came with your engine and the sections in this manual titled Controls Adjustments and Safety If you have read these follow the steps below to start your tiller Always perform this pre start checklist before starting the engine WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is hot or running Always move outdoors to fill the tank F041303L IMPORTANT Engine is sh
4. and if you have any questions regarding their meaning or how to comply with these instructions reread the complete safety instruction text on the preceding pages or contact your local dealer Should any of these labels become unreadable because of being worn faded or otherwise damaged during the use of your tiller please use the part number information provided to order a replacement label from your local authorized dealer These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment to follow the safety instructions necessary for safe effective operation of your rototiller A DANGER AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING TINES Keep hands feet and clothing away AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Read operator s manual s Tines rotate when tiller is Know the location and function of all controls engaged Tines rotate when drive control lever is pulled back m Releasing the drive control lever to neutral stops the tines OPERATION REFER TO OPERATOR S MANUAL FOR DETAILED OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Keep all shields and guards in place and working while running Never operate tiller when children are around Dress appropriately wear sturdy footwear Carefully inspect area to be tilled remove large rocks and other foreign objects Do NOT till above underground electric water gas or other utility lines and pipes STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNE
5. 1901051 17X124 018X31 01X194 028X22 1714250 1001701 266 201 157 701 01 100 AR3130AE201 AR744 015X88 AR1407 AR3182A Z AR53596 2 AR3360 Z 26X263 AR3237E201 29X107 01X137 030X20 50793 015X84 1901049201 15X116 7401039 7401040 AR3149 Z 017X48 FT6000X92A DESCRIPTION BOLT Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 2 BOLT Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 BOLT Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 3 1 4 ENGINE PULLEY 1 Drive 7 8 ID WASHER 406 ID x 812 OD Eng Pulley LOCKWASHER Spring 3 8 3 8 24 x 1 75 BES PUSH NUT 1 2 Dia WHEEL amp TIRE ASSEMBLY DETENT PIN 5 16 DRAG BAR MOUNT DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER BOLT HHCS 1 4 20 x 1 2 FRAME Engine Mount SPACER HEX FLG NUT 5 16 18 SPRING Idler Arm BELT GUIDE amp MOUNT CABLE YOKE IDLER ARM Forward SCREW Sheet Metal 25 20X 59 FRONT BELT COVER LINK PIN BOLT HEX HD 3 8 16 x 1 00 Grade 5 COTTER PIN PULLEY Forward Idler NUT Hex flange 3 8 16 DIRT SHIELD NUT Nyloc 1 4 SHIELD ASSEMBLY REAR COVER ASSEMBLY WHEEL SHAFT 1 2 Hinge Washer 390 ID X 7500D X 13 GATHK Parts are available from an Authorized Service Center See Engines Gasoline or Gasoline Engines in the yellow pages of the telephone directory F 041303L 25 MURRAY INC CENTRAL PARTS DISTRIBUTORS BILLIOU S INC 1343 South Main St Porterville CA 93257 559 784 4102 or 1 877 245 5468 FAX 1 800 266 7337 Arizona California Hawaii Nevada BROWN amp WISER INC 999 S W Avery Street Tua
6. purchasing an Murray front tine rototiller We guarantee that this front tine rototiller conforms to applicable North American safety standards and have worked to ensure that it will meet your exacting standards for usability and durability With proper care your rototiller will provide many years of service Please take time to read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and service your rototiller correctly Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage This manual should be considered a permanent part of your rototiller Congratulations on your investment in quality MURRAY INC Two Year Limited Warranty TILLER PRODUCT 2 YEAR WARRANTY Murray Inc warrants to the original purchaser that this unit shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of Two 2 Years from the date of purchase however this warranty does not cover Normal Wear Parts except as noted below or engines accessories transmissions and transaxles supplied through other companies that furnish their own warranties and provide service through their authorized field service facilities For additional information see the warranties covering these particular parts If you are uncertain whether your unit contains or is equipped with one or more of these parts consult your dealer prior to purchase Subject to the terms and conditions noted in this Limited Warranty we shall at our option repair
7. safety and operating instructions can result in loss of machine control serious personal injury to you and or bystanders and risk of equipment and property damage The triangle in the text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed F041303L MODEL INFORMATION ADJUSTMENTS cine teet uie een 12 Belt Tension Adjustment 12 Depth Regulator Lever 13 OPERATION coi 14 Pre Start Inspection 14 xt caved da ura Mu nennen 14 Shutting Down 15 DN NUMINA 15 NORMAL CARE ae Dele 16 Schedule pte netter ot aen etes 16 Servicing The 17 STORAGE e 20 Prepare For Storage bete atari 20 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR 21 Troubleshooting Guide 21 Parts Listings es ee 22 Morem TU 26 ROTOTILLER REFERENCE DATA Model Description Number M N Manufacturer s Number S N Serial Number Engine Make Model Engine ID Serial Number A WARNING Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARRANTY Thank You for
8. season Make sure spark plug wire is securely attached to spark plug Drive control safety lever must be released to neutral to start the engine A CAUTION Practice safety at all times Engine must be turned off and allowed to cool and spark plug wire must be disconnected and secured before attempting any maintenance or repair Engine misses or lacks power Clean or replace air cleaner Improper carburetor adjustment take to authorized engine service center Replace spark plug and adjust gap Drain and refill gas tank and carburetor Engine will not stop when throttle control is positioned at See engine manual to check and adjust throttle linkage stop Tiller moves forward during starting Drive safety control lever must be released to neutral to start the engine Tiller is difficult to control when tilling machine jumps or Raise the tines for shallower tilling by raising the depth lurches forward regulator lever see page 10 Lower engine speed in hard ground Belts squeal in neutral Adjust belt guide turn engine off and allow muffler to cool disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug remove the dirt shield pull down on drive safety control lever manually bend belt guide so there is 1 16 inch or less clearance between belt guide and belt replace the dirt shield replace spark plug wire Belts squeal in forward operation Turn engine off and allow muffler to cool Disconnect spark plug wi
9. 17 NORMAL CARE CAUTION Do not operate tiller before reading the engine manual provided in the parts packet IMPORTANT Engine is shipped from factory without oil You must add engine oil before starting engine WARNING Temperature of muffler and near by areas may Check or Fill Engine Oil exceed 150 F Avoid these areas 1 Add oil according to engine manual Do not overfill Use a clean high quality detergent oil Container must be marked A P l Service SF SJ Use no special additives with recommended oils Do not mix oil with Oil level must be full Check the oil level Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris removing the dipstick Oil level should be at FULL line blocks the cooling system or rotating screen on dipstick 2 Always check oil level before starting engine Refer to IMPORTANT engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use Change Engine Oil Never run engine without complete air cleaner installed on engine 1 Remove the fasteners that secure the dirt shield at the bottom of the tiller Engine Maintenance 2 Take off the dirt shield and you can see the oil drain Referto the engine manual for how to change oil Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet gt rede n for information on engine maintenance Your engine manual provides detailed information and a maintenance schedule for performing the following tasks Dirt Shield
10. CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE before removing debris or servicing unit When leaving the operating position for any reason shut off the engine wait for all moving parts to stop Never allow bystanders near the unit TO START 1 Release drive control lever to neutral position 2 Pull transport wheels back to unfold machine 3 Push primer 5 Move throttle control lever to fast position 6 Pull starter rope LBL3100C 48x5410 Part No 48x5318 Part No 48x5410 TINES DANGER OPERATION HOOD WARNING Hood Decal Hood Decal DO NOT START ENGINE UNLESS BELT PINCH POINT COVER IS ATTACHED KEEP HANDS FEET KEEP HANDS AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM MOVING BELTS ENEH AND FINGERS AWAY RESULT IN INJURY SEE OWNER S MANUAL Part 48 5320 FOR FULL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CLUTCH ENGAGE 48 5321 48 5322 WARNING WARNING Pivot Mount Decal Belt Cover Decal Handlebar Decal F041303L 7 FEATURES hand knob ji L sal 7 st G a Ut es 3 way adjustable widths The advantage of the MURRAY gear drive rototiller over other front tine tillers is the exclusive unfolding and flexible drag bar This gives the Murray gear drive tiller its stability and its versatility For easy transport fold the wheels under the engine During operation the wheels unfold back and the drag bar folds down The long length between the tines and the depth regulator leve
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12. PTH REGULATOR FILL ENGINE CRANKCASE LEVER 1 Install the depth regulator lever through hole in bracket from the bottom up with curve to rear of unit and IMPORTANT secure with detent pin Engine is shipped from factory without oil You must add engine oil before starting engine J _ 1 Add oil according to engine manual Do not overfill pth regulator Use clean high quality detergent oil Container must be marked A P l Service SF SJ Use special additives with recommended oils Do not mix oil with gasoline Oil level must be full Check the oil level by removing the dipstick Oil level should be at FULL line on dipstick ORY M A e BENS COOK Y SS Ys x di OY N Y x NA X N Always check oil level before starting engine Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use KWAK ES X K x DN S CX X Q amp a N PI x RO DN afi MAOS iw MN IN Figure 5 F041303L 10 CONTROLS DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER A CAUTION Engage tines into forward releasing returns machine to neutral This information is provided here only to introduce i the controls DO NOT START THE ENGINE AT THIS TIME Starting and operating instructions are given on page 11 Please read this section and all operating and safety instructions before starting your tiller Pulling
13. afety alert symbol is followed by a signal word that advised you of the relative intensity or level of the hazard the safety alert instructions pertain to The following list of signal words is being provided to help you understand the intensity levels associated with each signal word used in this manual DANGER The signal word DANGER is used when a serious injury or fatality will result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed A WARNING The signal word WARNING is used when a serious injury or fatality could result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed CAUTION The signal word CAUTION is used when personal injury or property or equipment damage could result if the safety instructions that follow this signal word are not obeyed IMPORTANT Provides helpful information for proper assembly operation or maintenance of your rototiller F041303L SAFETY RULES CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUALAND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS Be familiar with all controls before operating the tiller Your tiller is equipped with a safety device that enables you to stop the tines quickly in an emergency Learn how the drive safety control lever works and how to control the tiller at all times Never allow children to operate the tiller Keep small children away from the area being tilled Do not allow adults to operate the tiller without proper instruction Do not op
14. down on drive safety control lever engages the tines Releasing the drive safety control lever disengages the tines to a neutral position drive safety control A WARNING lever disengaged Engine should be off before adjusting any controls CAUTION As a safety precaution the drive safety control levers will not lock in the forward position To stop the wheels and tines at any time release the drive safety control levers WARNING Extreme caution should be used when operating rototiller in the forward direction F041303L 11 ADJUSTMENTS BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT Proper belt tension is critical to good performance After half hour of operation all cables may have to be adjusted due to initial stretch Thereafter check tension after every 2 hours of operation To increase belt tension 1 Loosen upper jam nut Turn nut up cable in 1 8 increments 2 Tighten lower jam nut 3 Check adjustment This procedure can be repeated until conduit adjustment bolts have no more adjustment left If no more adjustment can be made belt may have to be replaced F 041303L 12 tension spring link beehive spring 1 4 stretch ADJUSTMENTS DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth regulator i An regulator lever To adjust tilling depth 1 Remove detent pin 2 Raise the depth regulator lever to position tines at Qm SX ES NO SOK
15. e safety control lever to the neutral position before adjusting the depth regulator lever NORMAL CARE SCHEDULE Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you with years of reliable operation Keeping your tiller in top running condition will prolong its life and help you obtain optimum performance whenever you wish to till your garden Please read this normal care schedule and observe these recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit E MEN Check or fill engine oil Check tiller transmission grease Clean tine axle shaft Check throitle control adjustment m EM See engine manual 1 Agjust throttle control after first 3 hours of operation or if engine is hard to start or run on occurs 2 Change oil after first 5 8 hours of use then after every 50 hours or every season Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures F041303L 16 NORMAL SERVICING THE ROTOTILLER Belt Replacement General 1 Turn off engine Engine must be cool The following information will help you make the necessary 2 Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure checks and perform the procedures required to follow the normal care recommendations made for your rototiller unit 3 Remove belt guard Fig 11 4 Remove dirt shield from bottom of tiller Fig 10 remove the belt from the e
16. e will help extend the life of the motor as well as conserve fuel and reduce the noise level of the equipment Operating Speed For normal tilling set the throttle lever to fast 14 DANGER Always keep hands and feet clear of rotating machine parts WARNING Temperature of muffler and near by areas may exceed 150 F Avoid these areas WARNING Do not move choke control to CHOKE to stop engine Backfire or engine damage may occur SHUTTING DOWN DANGER Engine and surrounding parts become extremely hot during normal use and will cause serious burn injuries if touched before the engine has cooled Allow engine to cool completely before touching these hot surfaces IMPORTANT To stop the engine at any time move throttle control to the off position To stop tines at any time release drive safety control lever to the neutral position F041303L 15 OPERATION TILLING 1 Adjust the depth regulator lever to desired tilling depth NOTE Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a time testing tiller operation after each raise Raising depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of control of tiller 2 Move the throttle control to fast 3 Place the tiller in forward by pushing down on the drive control lever this will engage the tines A CAUTION To stop the tines at any time release drive safety control lever to the neutral position CAUTION Always release driv
17. eck shear bolts engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition To prevent accidental starting always disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing tiller maintenance Neverrun the engine indoors Exhaust fumes are deadly Always allow muffler to cool before filling fuel tank Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a closed building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any building Always refer to the operator s guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period SAFETY RULES SAFETY DECALS This rototiller unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operated this equipment safely and effectively we have placed several safety labels on the tiller to remind you of this important information while you are operating the unit These important safety labels are illustrated below and are shown here to help familiarize you with the location and content of the safety messages you will see as you perform normal tilling operations Please review these labels now
18. erate the tiller under the influence of alchohol or drugs PREPARATION Dress appropriately when operating the tiller Always wear sturdy footwear Never wear sandals sneakers or open shoes and never operate the tiller with bare feet Do not wear loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts Carefully inspect the area to be tilled and remove all foreign objects Do not till above underground water lines gas lines electric cables or pipes Do not operate the tiller in soil with large rocks and foreign objects which can damage the equipment Disengage drive safety control lever before starting the engine Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable a Use an approved fuel container b Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine C Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors d Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running IMPORTANT Engine is shipped from factory without oil You must add engine oil before starting engine SAFETY RULES OPERATION Never operate the tiller without guards covers and hoods in place Keep hands feet and clothing away from rotating parts Keep clear of tiller tines at all times Tines rotate when tiller is engaged in forward in forward tines rotate when the drive safety control lever is pulled down Releasing the drive
19. ipped from factory without oil You must add engine oil before starting engine START UP The controls required to start and run the rototiller are located on the engine and are marked Choke and Throttle A more detailed description of engine operation and all related precautions and procedures can be found in the engine manufacturer s manual that accompanies each tiller Cold Starts 1 Move choke lever to full choke position 2 Move throttle lever to start 3 When starting operator should place free hand where indicated and start the engine from the operator position 4 Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return normally 5 Pull starting rope out rapidly and allow rope to return normally 6 When engine starts gradually move choke lever to no choke position and increase throttle speed Restarting A Warm Engine Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous running does not normally require use of the choke 1 Move throttle lever to start position 2 When starting operator should place free hand where indicated and start the engine from the operator position 3 Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts Allow rope to return normally 4 Adjust throttle speed to high for best tiller action Idle Speed Use the low position on the throttle lever to reduce stress on the engine when tilling is not being performed Lowering the engine speed to idle the engin
20. l make this the most comfortable front tine tiller on the market Transport Position Operating Position F041303L 8 UNPACK TILLER 1 Open top of carton and remove handlebar assembly CAUTION Do not try to lift the rototiller from the carton 2 Cut open end of carton and remove machine a Tines are pre assembled at 21 width Sharp edge of tine will be away from operator at top or face down at front of machine Figure 2 b Outside tines have two positions wide 21 amp narrow 16 For narrow width assemble with short side of tine holder pipe towards center of machine For 11 width remove outside tine sets Figure 1 c For wide width move left tine to right side and right to left side Assemble with long half of tine pipe towards machine Figure 2 d Remove two 2 hand knobs amp bolts and slide top handle of handlebar over lower loop Put 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 bolts thru both holes from inside out and tighten with hand knobs e Check upper and lower jam nuts for tightness See Figure 4 Belt Tension Adjustment f Add and check engine oil tension spring link F041303L beehive spring 1 4 stretch UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT The right and left sides of your rototiller are determined from the operating position as you face the direction of forward travel m 7 lower handlebar loop UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY INSTALL THE DE
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22. ngine pulley If you prefer your local authorized service dealer can make these checks and perform the required procedures for you Check Belt Tension Belt tension may decrease over time It must be adjusted within the first half hour of operation and checked after every two hours of operation Proper adjustment will assure long belt life Too much or too little belt tension will cause premature belt failure To check and adjust the forward belt tension 1 Turn off engine Engine must be cool 2 Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure 3 With drive safety control lever in the neutral position measure length of spring when compressed 4 Pull down on drive safety control lever and measure length of spring when stretched out Ideal length would be 1 4 longer forcethe belt down from engine pulley and slowly rotate pulley by pulling the starter cord 1 remove the belt from transmission pulley push the belt forward and out front of machine install new belt place new belt onto transmission pulley force belt up onto engine pulley while rotating pulley with engine starter cord 5 Replace belt guard and dirt shield Figure 9 belt guard removed 1 1 4 6 Attach spark plug wire WARNING Check forward belt tension regularly Too much or too little tension will cause premature belt failure take belt out from front Figure 11 F041303L
23. ns on preparing the engine for storage 1 Protect wheels and axles from rust Coat the axles lightly with axle grease 2 Run with gas stabilizer in fuel 3 Drain the fuel tank Run the engine until it stops 4 While engine is still warm drain the oil from the engine Refill with fresh oil ofthe recommended grade 5 Remove spark plug pour one half ounce of clean engine oil into cylinder Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil Replace spark plug 6 Clean entire tiller 7 Store your tiller in a clean dry building F041303L 20 CAUTION Do not store tiller in an non ventilated area where fuel fumes may reach flame sparks pilot lights or an ignited object Drain fuel outdoors away from any ignition sources Use only approved fuel containers TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your rototiller prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems causes and remedies PROBLEM REMEDY ACTION Engine will not start Connect spark plug wire to spark plug Throttle must be positioned at choke for a cold start Engine runs rough floods during operation Clean or replace air cleaner Engine is hard to start Drain old fuel and replace with fresh Use gas stabilizer at end of
24. or replace at no cost to the original purchaser any part covered by this Limited Warranty during the applicable warranty period Normal Wear Parts are defined as belts tines pulley adapters wheels and pneumatic tires These parts are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship as delivered with the product Any claim for repair or replacement of Normal Wear Parts must be made within thirty 30 days ofthe date of purchase No claims involving damage caused from material use abuse or misuse will be honored This Murray Inc Two 2 Year Limited Warranty is your exclusive remedy however this warranty is void or does not apply to any unit that has been tampered with altered misused abused or used for rental or other commercial and or professional non homeowner uses Your warranty does not cover minor mechanical adjustments which are not due to any defect in material or workmanship For assistance in making such adjustments consult your Instruction Book To make a claim under this Murray Inc Two 2 Year Limited Warranty return the unit or if authorized in advance the defective part along with your proof of purchase to an Authorized Service Center near you To locate the nearest Authorized Service Center call the Central Parts Distributor for your area shown in the list provided with your unit or check the Yellow Page listings in your local telephone directory If you return the entire unit we will repair the unit If
25. re from spark plug Release drive safety control lever to neutral Adjust engage cable Replace spark plug wire F041303L HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY F 041303L PART AR3262E701 028X23 AR3261 15x146 53530 15 147 7401038 108 094068 AR3264E201 315288 01x137 015X84 DESCRIPTION FRONT TINE DRIVE LEVER WELDED PUSH CAP 3 8 Dia FRONT TINE TENSION SPRING LINK NUT Nyloc 10 24 SPRING Bee Hive Forward Cable Adjust NUT Jam 5 16 24 TOP HANDLE ASSEMBLY CABLE ASSEMBLY WITH FERREL KNOB Wing BOTTOM HANDLE BOLT 5 16 18 UNC X 1 75 CURVED HD BOLT Hex Hd 3 8 16 x 1 00 Grade 5 NUT Hex 3 8 16 22 FT6000X92A SHAFT ASSEMBLY F 041303L PART 37X138 001X64 018X15 17x146 AR746 179 ARM1000 2001022 AR3323E701 001X75 AR3324E701 015X88 AR3326E701 01X199 018X32 15X116 DESCRIPTION BELT Forward CAPSCREW Hex Hd 5 16 24 x 3 4 LOCKWASHER Spring 5 16 WASHER 34 ID X 1 2X 11GATHK SPACER 11 16 ID x 3 8 THK TRANSMISSION PULLEY TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY KEY Square 3 16 x 3 4 TINE SET Outside Right BOLT Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 TINE SET Inside NUT Biway Lock 5 16 18 TINE SET Outside Left BOLT Hx Hd 1 4 20 x 7 1 2 LOCKWASHER Spring 25 NUT 25 20 HEX NYLOCK B2 23 FT6000X92A MOTOR MOUNT amp HOOD ASSEMBLY FT6000X92A F 041303L 24 MOTOR MOUNT amp HOOD ASSEMBLY PART 01X175 01X139 01X198
26. safety control lever to neutral stops the tines Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug and secure thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller fvegetation clogs the tines STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE before removing vegetation by hand Engine muffler will be hot from operation Do not touch it with bare skin or a severe burn may result ftheunit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Donotrun the engine indoors exhaust fumes are dangerous Donotoverload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate F041303L Neverallow bystanders near the unit Neveroperate the tiller without good visibility or light Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended Disengage drive control lever stop the engine wait for all moving parts to stop and make certain guards and shields are in place When leaving the operating position for any reason shut off the engine wait for all moving parts to stop MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Keep machine attachments and accessories in safe working condition Ch
27. we authorize the return of the defective part only we will either replace or repair the part In the case of a defect in a transmission or differential as distinguished from a transaxle the entire transmission or differential must be returned since they do not include user serviceable parts This Murray Inc Two 2 Year Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state This Limited Warranty is given in lieu of all other expressed and implied warranties including the implied warranty of merchantability and warranty of fitness for a particular purpose If you need additional information on this written warranty or assistance in obtaining service write or call MURRAY INC Outdoor Power Equipment Customer Service Department P O Box 268 Brentwood Tennessee 37024 0268 1 800 251 8007 F041303L 4 OWNER S RESPONSIBILITY Safe and effective use of the rototiller is the owner s responsibility 1 Read and follow all safety instructions 2 Maintain the tiller according to directions and schedule included 3 Ensure that anyone who uses the tiller is familiar with all controls and safety precautions GENERAL The Safety Alert symbol shown here is used to alert you to important safety information that must be read fully understood and followed at alltimes when handling transporting operating servicing or storing your rototiller unit Each s
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