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KitchenAid KHMS105E Microwave Oven User Manual

1. Fig 2 6 Attach forward clutch cable spring to forward clutch bail Fig 2 5 Cable spring and adjuster Hold bail against handlebar while taking second measurement of spring Fig 2 7 To check forward belt tension take two measurements of the length of the coils in the spring first with the bail open then with the bail held against the handlebar STEP 5 INSTALL REVERSE CLUTCH CABLE MODELS 12209 AND 12210 ONLY 1 Unwrap the reverse clutch cable CC Fig 2 8 and Fig 2 9 from its shipping position and route it up to the handlebar Be sure that the cable is routed beneath the Forward Clutch Bail 2 Remove the two self tapping screws AA Fig 2 8 from the handlebars posi tion the reverse cable mounting bracket BB as shown and reinstall the two screws 3 Insert the cable CC Fig 2 8 through the slot in the cable bracket and position the flat side of the threaded assembly next to the flat side of the hole Slide the hex nut DD up the cable and tighten it securely Flat Side Fig 2 8 Install reverse cable bracket and reverse clutch cable 4 Fasten the reverse clutch cable to the left side handlebar with a cable tie EE Fig 2 9 5 Test the function of the reverse clutch by pulling out and releasing the cable knob The knob should return to its neu tral position resting against bracket If it doesn t contact your local dealer or the factory f
2. 1 Clean oil funnel 1 Motor oil Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for oil specifications and quantity required Adjustable wrenches may be used 9 Assembly ASSEMBLY STEPS STEP 1 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE While unpacking do not severely bend any control cables 1 The tiller weighs approximately 133 Ibs Do not attempt to remove it from the ship ping platform until instructed to do so in these Assembly steps 2 Remove any packaging material from the carton Remove any staples from the bottom of the carton and remove the carton from the shipping platform 3 Remove all unassembled parts and the separate hardware bag from the carton Check that you have the items listed in the Loose Parts List contact your local dealer or the factory items are missing or dam aged NOTE Use the screw length tem plate Fig 2 1 to identify screws Loose Parts List Qty Description 1 Handlebar Support see A Fig 2 2 1 Handlebar Assembly see K Fig 2 2 Hardware bag contents Slotted hd screw 10 24 x 2 Hex hd screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 Hex hd screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Hex hd screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Flat washer 3 8 Split lockwasher 5 16 Hex locknut 1 4 20 Hex nut 5 16 18 Hex nut 10 24 Hex locknut 3 8 16 Spring cable see W Fig 2 5 Bracket forward clutch cable see P Fig 2 4 IMPORTANT Motor oil must be added to the engine crankcase before the engine is start
3. 26 To load or unload the tiller see the instructions in Section 4 of this Manual 27 Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you 28 Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the tines 29 Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is running Maintenance and Storage 1 Keep the tiller attachments and acces sories in safe working condition 2 Check all nuts bolts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 3 Never store the tiller with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters furnaces clothes dryers stoves electric motors etc Allow the engine to cool before storing the unit in any enclosure 4 To reduce the chances of a fire hazard keep the engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease 5 Store gasoline in a cool well ventilated area safely away from any spark or flame producing equipment Store gaso line in an approved container safely away from the reach of children 6 Refer to the Maintenance sections of this Manual and the separate Engine Owner s Manual for instructions if the unit is to be stored for an extended period 7 Never perform maintenance while the engine is running or the spark plug wire is connected except when specifically instructed to do so 8 If th
4. 2 o 15 Do not overload the tiller s capacity by attempting to till too deeply at too fast a rate 16 Never operate the tiller at high trans port speeds on hard or slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing up 17 Do not operate the tiller on a slope that is too steep for safety When on slopes slow down and make sure you have good footing Never permit the tiller to freewheel down slopes 18 Never allow bystanders near the unit 19 Only use attachments and accessories that are approved by the manufacturer of the tiller 20 Use tiller attachments and accessories when recommended 21 Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light 22 Never operate the tiller if you are tired or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication 23 Operators shall not tamper with the engine governor settings on the machine the governor controls the maximum safe operating speed to protect the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeed Authorized service shall be sought if a problem exists 24 Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from operation Let parts cool down sufficiently 25 Please remember You can always stop the tines and wheels by releasing the Forward Clutch Bail or on Models 12209 and 12210 the Reverse Clutch control whichever control is engaged or by moving the ignition switch and or throttle control lever on the engine to OFF or STOP
5. SAFETY FIRST Before operating this equipment read this Owner s Manual and the separate manual supplied by the engine manufacturer Models 12227 3 75 HP TUFFY 12209 5 5 HP BRONCO 12210 6 5 HP Super BRONCO 4 50 OWNER S MANUAL Rear Tine Tillers e Safety e Assembly Controls e Operation e Maintenance e Parts List GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED ea Dear Owner You now own one of the finest standard rotating tine tillers available Your new tiller allows you to till and cultivate your garden with ease and accomplish other property manage ment projects as well Your tiller is famous for its rugged ness performance and high quality engineering We know you ll enjoy using it Please carefully read this Manual It tells you how to safely and easily assemble operate and maintain your machine four tiller models are covered in this Manual be sure to use only the information that applies to your model Be sure that you and any other operators carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage Of course if you should ever have any problems or ques tions please contact your local authorized dealer or call the Factory see back cover of this Manual We want to be sure that you are completely satisfied at all times NOTE Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Registra tion Card that was supplied with th
6. and right before removal Remove the screw C Figure 5 3 and locknut D that secure the tine assembly to the tine shaft If necessary use a rubber mallet to tap the tine assembly out ward off the shaft 3 Before reinstalling the tine assembly inspect the tine shaft for rust rough spots or burrs Lightly file or sand as needed Apply a thin coat of grease to the shaft 4 Install each tine assembly so that the cutting sharp edge of the tines will enter the soil first when the tiller moves forward Secure the tine assembly to the tine shaft using the screw and locknut previously removed WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage Figure 5 3 Install tines so that cutting edge of tines enter soil first when tiller moves forward CHECKING AND ADJUSTING FORWARD DRIVE BELT TENSION It is important to maintain correct tension on the forward drive belt A loose belt will cause the tines and wheels to slow down or stop completely even though the engine is running at full speed A too tight belt can result in unintentional tine move ment when the clutch bail is in the Neutral released position e Check belt tension after the first two
7. IMPORTANT Do not use automatic trans mission fluid or motor oil in the transmis sion 7 While checking frequently to avoid overfilling slowly add gear oil into the oil fill hole until it reaches the halfway point on the drive shaft 8 Securely replace the oil fill plug B To Drain the Transmission Gear Oil The transmission gear oil does not need to be changed unless it has been contami nated with dirt sand or metal particles 1 Drain gasoline from the fuel tank or run the engine until the fuel tank is empty See DANGER statement below A DANGER Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive Follow these safety practices to prevent personal injury or property damage from fire or explosion Allow the engine and muffler to cool for at least two minutes before draining the tiller s gasoline tank Do not allow open flames sparks matches or smoking in the area Wipe away spills and push tiller away from spilled fuel e Use only an approved fuel container and store it safely out of the reach of children e Do not store gasoline in an area where its vapors could reach an open flame or spark or where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters furnaces clothes dryers stoves electric motors etc 2 Drain the oil from the engine 3 Remove four screws B Figure 5 2 and remove transmission cover and gasket 4 Remove the left side wheel
8. Stopping the Engine and Tiller 1 To stop the wheels and tines release the Forward Clutch Bail all models or the Reverse Clutch Control Models 12209 and 12210 whichever control is in use 2 To stop the engine put the ignition switch and or the throttle control lever in the OFF or STOP position OPERATING THE TILLER The following operating instructions pro vide guidelines to using your tiller effec tively and safely Be sure to read Tilling Tips amp Technigues in this Section before actually putting the tines into the soil NOTE This is a traditional Standard Rotating Tine SRT tiller with forward rotating tines It operates completely dif ferently from Counter Rotating Tine CRT tillers or from front tine tillers 1 Follow the Pre Start Checklist at the beginning of this Section Be sure that the wheels are in the WHEEL DRIVE position 2 Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down so that the tines clear the ground Use this position when practicing with the tiller and when traveling between tilling sites Before actually tilling move the lever to the desired depth setting see Tilling Tips amp Techniques 3 Start engine and allow it to warm up Then put throttle in FAST setting Fig 4 2 Use one hand to guide tiller when moving forward 4 For forward motion of the wheels and tines a Pull Forward Clutch Bail Fig 4 1 up against handlebar Release bail to s
9. hours of break in operation and after every 10 operating hours e At the end of each tilling season check the belt for cracks cuts or frayed edges and replace it as soon as possible To Check Forward Belt Tension 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 With the Forward Clutch Bail in an open released position measure and note the overall length of the cable spring A Figure 5 4 by measuring from the out ermost coil to the outermost coil 3 Squeeze the Forward Clutch Bail against the handlebar see Figure 5 4 and re measure the length of the coils The belt tension is correct if this second ENGINE measurement is between 1 16 to 3 16 longer than the first measurement 4 If the spring is too short less than 1 16 the tension is too loose If the spring is too long more than 3 16 the tension is too tight 5 To adjust the length of the spring a Release the Forward Clutch Bail b Unthread the hex nut C Figure 5 4 about halfway up the adjustment screw D c Unhook the top of the spring from the Forward Clutch Bail Use pliers to prevent the adjuster B from turning and turn the slotted screw located inside the spring clockwise viewed from operator s position to increase tension on the spring Turn the screw counter clockwise to decrease tension Once adjusted reattach the spring to the Forward Clutch Bail Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to re
10. only through the hole in the wheel shaft B Secure wheel drive pin with hairpin cotter C by pushing hairpin cotter in as far as it will go Repeat for the other wheel and then remove the support from beneath the transmission _Section 3 Features and Controls 11 EE EA E Figure 3 3 FREEWHEEL position AA WARNING Before starting engine be sure that both wheels are in WHEEL DRIVE position See Wheel Drive Pins for instructions Engaging the Forward Clutch Bail or Reverse Clutch Control if equipped when the wheels are not in WHEEL DRIVE could allow the tines to rapidly propel the tiller forward or backward Failure to comply could cause loss of tiller control property damage or per sonal injury FORWARD CLUTCH BAIL The Forward Clutch Bail E Figure 3 4 controls the engagement of forward drive to the wheels and tines To operate the Forward Clutch Bail 1 Put wheels in WHEEL DRIVE position see WARNING statement above 2 Lift and hold the clutch bail E Figure 3 4 against the handlebar to start the wheels and tines rotating in a forward direction 3 Release the clutch bail to disengage stop the wheels and tines the engine will continue to run REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL Models 12209 12210 only The Reverse Clutch Control F Figure 3 4 controls the engagement of reverse drive to the wheels and tines The reversing feature is used for maneuvering the tiller onl
11. pipes or hoses e Avoid pushing down on the handlebars in an attempt to force the tiller to dig deeper Doing so takes the weight off the powered wheels causing them to lose traction Without the wheels helping to hold the tiller back the tines will attempt to propel the tiller often causing the tiller to skip rapidly across the ground Sometimes slight downward pressure on the handlebars will help get through a particularly tough section of sod or unbroken ground but in most cases this won t be necessary e Avoid trying to dig too deeply too quickly especially when busting sod or when tilling soil that hasn t been tilled for some time Use shallow depth regulator settings only an inch or two deep for the first passes through the soil With each succeeding pass dig another inch or two deeper Watering the area a few days prior to tilling will make tilling easier as will letting the newly worked soil set for a day or two before making a final deep tilling pass e When cultivating breaking up surface soil around plants to destroy weeds see Fig 4 9 adjust the tines to dig only 1 to 2 deep Using shallow tilling depths helps prevent injury to plants whose roots often grow close to the surface If needed lift up on the handle bars slightly to prevent the tines from digging too deeply Cultivating on a regular basis not only eliminates weeds it also loosens and aerates the soil for better moisture absorption and fast
12. 5 Tilt the left side wheel shaft into a drain pan and allow the gear oil to drain through the top of the transmission 6 Reinstall the wheel 7 Install a new gasket do not reuse old gasket and reinstall the transmission cover 8 Refill the transmission using GL 4 gear oil SAE 85W 140 or SAE 140 9 Refill the engine with motor oil and replenish the fuel tank with gasoline BOLO TINES The bolo tines will wear with use and should be inspected at the beginning of each tilling season and after every 30 operating hours The tines can be replaced either individually or as acom plete set See the Parts List pages for tine identification and part numbers A Tine Inspection With use the tines will become shorter narrower and pointed Badly worn tines will result in a loss of tilling depth and reduced effectiveness when chopping up and turning under organic matter B Removing Installing a Single Tine 1 With the engine shut off and the spark plug wire disconnected remove the two screws A Figure 5 3 and locknuts B that attach a single tine to a tine holder If needed use penetrating oil on the nuts 2 When installing a single tine be sure to position it so that its cutting edge sharp will enter the soil first as the tiller moves forward C Removing Installing a Tine Assembly 1 Atine assembly consists of eight tines mounted on atine holder 2 If removing both tine assemblies mark them left
13. 55095 02 Wheel amp Tire Ass y Right Side A 1 1901 Bolo Tine Replacement Set Incl eight 9 9380 Clevis Pin 312 X 1 3 4 occ 2 right hand tines eight left hand tines 10 9338 Hair Pin Cotter cect 2 and required hardware essees 1 5 50049 02 Bolo Tine Left Hand Single tine used on right side of tiller Incl two each Reis 1 83 ee Ee RD leeg geskei 8 A For Model 12227 B For Model 12209 C For Model 12210 1905557 9 00 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORM ATION Owner Registration Card Please fill out and mail the enclosed owner registration card The purpose of this card is to register each unit at the factory so that we can provide you with warranty benefits and informational bulletins Warranty Service The warranty statement is included in the unit s literature package Model Serial Numbers A Model Serial Numbers decal is located on top of the trans mission For ready reference record these numbers in the spaces below Date of Purchase Model Number Serial Number Authorized Dealer Information If you purchased your unit from an authorized dealer record the dealer s address and phone number below for ready refer ence Dealer Name Address Phone IMPORTANT Left and right sides of the unit are determined by standing behind the unit in the operator s position and facing in the direction of forward travel NOTICE We reserve the right to change specifications add improveme
14. Gear oil will expand in warm operating temperatures and this expansion will provide an incorrect oil level reading 2 With the tiller on level ground pull the Depth Regulator Lever all the way up 3 Remove the oil fill plug A Fig 5 2 from the transmission housing and look inside the oil fill hole to locate the main drive shaft situated below the hole WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage 4 The gear oil level is correct if the gear oil is approximately halfway up the side of the main drive shaft 5 If the gear oil level is low add gear oil as described next If the gear oil level is okay securely replace the oil fill plug IMPORTANT Do not operate the tiller if the gear oil level is low Doing so will result in severe damage to the transmis sion components Figure 5 2 Remove oil fill plug A to check gear oil level and to add gear oil Remove four cover screws B to drain gear oil 6 If adding only a few ounces of gear oil use API rated GL 4 or GL 5 gear oil having a viscosity of SAE 140 SAE 85W 140 or SAE 80W 90 If refilling an empty trans mission use only GL 4 gear oil having a viscosity of SAE 85W 140 or SAE 140
15. Operation for detailed operating instructions Practice using these controls with the engine shut off until you understand the operation of the controls and feel confi dent with each of them ENGINE CONTROLS Refer to the engine manufacturer s Engine Owner s Manual included in the tiller liter ature package to identify the controls on your engine IMPORTANT The control for stopping the engine is located on the engine WHEEL DRIVE PINS Each wheel is equipped with a wheel drive pin A Figures 3 2 and 3 3 that secures the wheel to the wheel shaft B The wheels can be positioned in either a WHEEL DRIVE or a FREEWHEEL mode A WARNING Never allow either of the wheels to be in the FREEWHEEL position when the engine is running Always put both wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position before starting the engine Failure to comply could cause loss of tiller control property damage or per sonal injury Before starting the engine put both wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position by inserting the wheel drive pins through the wheel hubs and the wheel shaft Doing so locks the wheels to the wheel shaft causing the wheels to turn when either the Forward Clutch Bail sot Depth Regulator Reverse Clutch Control Models 12209 12210 Handlebar Height Adjustment Wheel Drive Pin on each wheel Figure 3 1 Tiller features and controls 5 5HP Model shown See separate Engine Owner s Manual to identify
16. Shim Set Incl the following shims two 1224 1 two 1224 2 one 1224 3 and one 1224 4 A R A For Model 12227 A R As Required B For Model 12209 C For Model 12210 Models 12209 12210 and 12227 DRAWING NO 4 FRONT 3 2 1 7 4 3 2 REF PART REF PART No No DESCRIPTION QTY No No DESCRIPTION QTY 1 9512 Retainer Snap Ring E Type 2 5 55004 Wheel Shaft A cece 1 2 9511 Retainer Snap RING ees see ees 4 1916741 Wheel Shaft B C 1 3 1166 1 Shim 0 062 Dick ee ee ee A R 6 9305 Key Hi Pro 1 4 X 1 ee ese sesse ese se eke 1 1166 2 Shim 0 030 thick ee ee ee ee AIR 7 1182 2 da EE 4 1166 3 Shim 0 015 thick ee ee ee ee AIR 8 1904278 Worm Gear Wheel Shaft 1 1166 4 Shim 0 010 Dick ee ee ee A R 9 1915074 Tiller Shaft 1 1166 5 Shim 0 005 thick occ A R 10 1104 Woodruff Key 1 4 1086 Bronze BUSHING sses 4 11 1904279 Worm Gear Tiller Shaft 1 A For Model 12227 A R As Required B For Model 12209 C For Model 12210 M odels 12209 12210 and 12227 DRAWING NO 5 REF No 1 2 o NoNo gt PART No 9727 1186328 1916641001 50074 50032 9617 9621 DESCRIPTION QTY Plug Transmission Oil Fill 1 Hex Hd Flange Screw 5 16 18 x 5 8 Grade 5 ii EE EE Eg Ee 8 Front Cover Transmission ese ee 1 Rear Cover Transmission ese 1 Gasket Housing COV
17. X 1 2 ese ee ee be Ke be Ge Ke be be 7 31 55031 Transmission Pulley A 1 8 1186230 Hex Nut 5 16 18 0 ee ee ee ee ee ee 4 1916532 Transmission Pulley B C 1 9 50027 Support Washer ee ee ee eke 1 32 1916117001 Bracket Cable Mounting ees 1 10 1916114001 Engine Bracket Right A 1 33 1900766 Decal Stabilization ee ee 1 1916795001 Engine Bracket Right B C D 1 34 1186328 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 5 8 4 11 1138 2 EE esate A R 35 9856 el EE ED 1 12 9301 Keys G EE EE eS 1 36 1107383 Flat Washer 3 8 ee ee ee 1 13 55085 Pulley Engine Drive A iese ees 1 37 1916536 Bushing B O eek 1 1916531 Pulley Engine Drive B C 1 38 1916578001 Reverse Idler Arm B C ee 1 14 1916559001 Reverse Idler Bracket B C 1 39 1916535 Pulley Reverse Idler B C 1 15 1100005 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 24 X 1 ee 3 40 1111606 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 2 B C 1 16 1916113001 Engine Bracket Left A ee 1 41 1110107 Lock Nut 5 16 18 B C ee 2 1916794001 Engine Bracket Left B C 1 42 1916725 Belt Guide B C cece 1 17 1100799 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 5 43 1916724 Reverse Return Spring B C 1 18 1916652001 Guard Belts Pulleys cee 1 44 1108841 Key 3 16 X 1 1 2 ee ese se se se se ee Ke ee 1 19 1916726 Forward Belt Guide B C 0 0 1 45 55036 Spacer Aa ER RE EE Manta 1 20 9558 Hex H
18. e If vertical or terracing gardening aren t practical for you then you can till laterally across a slope We don t recommend this method as it can create unsure footing and invites soil erosion e As in terrace gardening start at the top of the slope and overlap the first pass by half the width of the tiller For added stability of the tiller always keep the uphill wheel in the soft newly tilled soil e When a slope is too steep or too short for vertical tilling it may be necessary to till across the slope and create terraced rows Ter races are rows that are cut into the side of a slope creating a narrow but flat area on which to plant e On along slope you can make several terraces one below the other e Terraces should be only 2 to 3 feet wide Digging too far into the side of the slope will expose poor subsoil that is unproductive for plants IE ___LLLLLhepe___ ____ TILLI NG TIPS amp TECHNIQUES cont Terrace Gardening continued e To create a terrace start at the top of the slope and work down Go back and forth across the first row as shown in Fig 4 10 e Each succeeding lower terrace is started by walking below the terrace you re preparing For added stability of the tiller always keep the uphill wheel in the soft newly tilled soil Do not till the last 12 or more of the downhill outside edge of each terrace This untilled strip helps prevents the terraces from breaking apart an
19. engine controls Forward Clutch Bail all models or the Reverse Clutch Control Models 12209 and 12210 is engaged Use the FREEWHEEL mode only when the engine is not running In FREEWHEEL the wheel drive pins are placed only through the holes in the wheel shaft not the wheel hubs thus allowing the wheels to turn freely when you manually move the tiller To place the wheels in WHEEL DRIVE or FREEWHEEL 1 Stop engine disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and allow engine to cool A WARNING Do not place tiller on its side when changing wheel drive positions Doing so could result in gasoline leaking from the fuel tank Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or property damage 2 Raise one wheel about one inch off the ground and place a sturdy support under the transmission 3 Remove hairpin cotter C Figures 3 2 and 3 3 from wheel drive pin A 4 FOR WHEEL DRIVE MODE Figure 3 2 Slide wheel outward and align holes in wheel hub D Figure 3 2 and wheel shaft B Insert wheel drive pin A through wheel hub D and wheel shaft B Secure wheel drive pin with hairpin cotter C by pushing hairpin cotter in as far as it will go Repeat with the other wheel and then remove the support from beneath the transmission Figure 3 2 WHEEL DRIVE position 5 FOR FREEWHEEL MODE Figure 3 3 Slide the wheel inward and insert the wheel drive pin A Figure 3 3
20. Freewheel position the wheels will not hold the tiller back and the revolving tines could propel the tiller rapidly possibly causing loss of control Always engage the wheels with the wheel drive pins in the Wheel Drive position before starting the engine or engaging the tines wheels with the Forward Clutch Bail all models or the Reverse Clutch control Models 12209 12210 only 14 Be aware that the tiller may unex pectedly bounce upward or jump forward if the tines should strike extremely hard packed soil frozen ground or buried obstacles like large stones roots or stumps If in doubt about the tilling con ditions always use the following operating precautions to assist you in maintaining control of the tiller a Walk behind and to one side of the tiller using one hand on the han dlebars Relax your arm but use a secure hand grip b Use shallower depth regulator set tings working gradually deeper with each pass c Use slower engine speeds Clear the tilling area of all large stones roots and other debris Avoid using downward pressure on the handlebars If need be use slight upward pressure to keep the tines from digging too deeply Before contacting hard packed soil at the end of a row reduce engine speed and lift the handlebars to raise the tines out of the soil g In an emergency stop the tines and wheels by releasing whichever clutch control is engaged Do not attempt to restrain the tiller
21. M MACHINE e KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS e USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REVERSING OR PULLING THE MACHINE TOWARDS YOU al A WARNING To prevent personal injury or property damage do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and operating instructions in this manual INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps to correctly prepare your tiller for use It is recommended that you read this Section in its entirety before beginning assembly NOTE Various tiller models are presented in this Manual Use only the information appropriate for your tiller model INSPECT UNIT Inspect the unit and carton for damage immediately after delivery Contact the carrier trucking company if you find or suspect damage Inform them of the damage and request instructions for filing aclaim To protect your rights put your claim in writing and mail a copy to the car rier within 15 days after the unit has been delivered Contact the factory if you need assistance in this matter TOOLS M ATERIALS NEEDED FOR ASSEM BLY 1 3 8 open end wrench 2 7 16 open end wrench 2 1 2 open end wrench 2 9 16 open end wrench 1 Large adjustable wrench Models 12209 12210 only 1 Scissors to trim plastic ties 1 Ruler for belt tension check 1 Block of wood to support tiller when removing wheels 1 Tire pressure gauge for models with pneumatic tires
22. ROL ADJUSTMENTS The carburetor was adjusted at the factory for best operating speed Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for any adjust ment information or see your authorized engine dealer The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed and protects the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeeding Do not tamper with the engine governor settings OFF SEASON STORAGE When the tiller won t be used for an extended period prepare it for storage as follows 1 Clean the tiller and engine 2 Do routine tiller lubrication and check for loose parts and hardware 3 Protect the engine and perform recom mended engine maintenance by following the storage instructions found in the Engine Owner s Manual Be sure to pro tect the fuel lines carburetor and fuel tank from gum deposits by removing fuel or by treating fuel with a fuel stabilizer follow engine manufacturer s recommendations 4 Store unit in a clean dry area 5 Never store the tiller with fuel in the fuel tank in an enclosed area where gas fumes could reach an open flame or spark or where ignition sources are present space heaters hot water heaters fur naces etc PROBLEM WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Failure to follow these instructio
23. age to the engine Never operate the engine without the air cleaner installed Inspect and service the air cleaner more often if operating in very dusty or dirty conditions Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for air cleaner service intervals and instructions ENGINE OIL SERVICE Check the engine oil level before each use and after every 5 hours of continuous operation Running the engine when it is low on oil will quickly ruin the engine It is recommended that you change the motor oil after every 10 hours of operation and even sooner when operating in extremely dirty or dusty conditions Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for detailed service instructions A To Check the Engine Oil Level 1 Park the tiller on a level area and shut off the engine 2 Level the engine use the Depth Regu lator Lever to adjust the engine angle A WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage 3 Clean around the oil dipstick or oil fill tube whichever applies to prevent dirt from falling into the crankcase 4 On engines with an oil fill tube remove the fill cap and add oil if required until it reaches the top of the fill tube Reinstall the fill cap 5 On engin
24. csecsen 6 1917555 Decal Model Name Logo C 1 10 1186230 Hex Lock Nut SB 16 18 cee 6 25 1916674001 Bracket Reverse Clutch Cable BY C 1 11 9811 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 see ee se ee 1 26 1916719 Cable Ass y Reverse Clutch B C 1 12 55048 Cable Ass y Forward Clutch 1 27 1186227 Hex Nut 10 24 ooo 1 13 1100068 Hex Hd Screw 3 8 16 X 3 4 ee 2 28 1916929 Decal Reverse Drive Control BY C 1 14 9837 Hex Lock Nut 3 8 16 ccs 2 29 1735531 Cable Tie BO ee ee 1 15 1107383 Flat Washer 3 8 eese 2 16 1100044 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 X 3 4 2 A For Model 12227 B For Model 12209 C For Model 12210 DRAWING PARTS LIST NO 3 2 REF PART 3 No No DESCRIPTION QTY 1 1100004 Hex Screw 5 16 24 x 3 4 Grade 5 A 1 1100005 Hex Screw 5 16 24 x 1 Grade 5 B C 1 2 9944 Belleville Washer ee ee ee ee 1 3 55031 Transmission Pulley A 1 1916532 Transmission Pulley BO 1 4 9301 Key Transmission Pulley 3 16 x 1 1 5 50027 Support Washer Front 1 6 9517 Snap RING sv cise ER OE EN 1 7 1714 Bearing Tapered Roller with race 2 8 50043 Support Washer Rear cee 1 9 1904281 Drive Shaft ASS ee ek ee 1 10 1224 1 Shim Rear Bearing Cap 010 thick A R 1224 2 Shim same as above except OSOMIICK tus res te ee RE ee A R 1224 3 Shim same as above except uie SEE N A R 1224 4 Shim same as above except O62 die EE A R 1325C
25. d 12 UNTILLED OES REPEAT washing downhill It also provides a walking path between rows The tines have a self clearing action which eliminates most tangling of debris in the tines However occasionally dry grass stringy stalks or tough vines may become tangled Follow these procedures to help avoid tangling and to clean the tines if necessary e To reduce tangling set the depth regulator deep enough to get maximum chopping action as the tines chop the material against the ground Also try to till under crop residues or cover crops while they are green moist and tender e While power composting try swaying the handlebars from side to side about 6 to 12 This fishtailing action often clears the tines of debris e If tangling occurs lift the tines out of the soil and run the tiller in reverse if unit is equipped with powered reverse for a few feet This reversing action ad Fig 4 10 e lt may be necessary to remove the debris by hand a pocket knife will help you to cut away the material Be sure to stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before clearing the tines by hand A WARNING Before clearing the tines by hand stop the engine allow all moving parts to stop and disconnect the spark plug wire Remove the ignition key on electric start models Failure to follow this warning could result in should unwind a good deal of debris LOADING AND UNLOADING THE TILLER A WARNING Loa
26. d Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 1 46 55039 Forward Belt Guide A eee 1 21 9090 Forward Idler Pulley iese see ee 1 47 1100004 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 24 x 3 4 A 2 22 1916116001 Forward Idler Lever seers 1 A For Model 12227 S N 122271100101 122271199999 B For Model 12209 C For Model 12210 D For Model 12227 S N 122271200101 122271299999 A R As Required Contact your local authorized engine service dealer for engine parts and service Refer to your engine nameplate for engine model type number Models 12209 12210 and 12227 DRAWING NO 7 FRONT FORWARD IF WHEEL SHAFT 9 we LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE Hold Tine With Blunt End Toward You YL Left Hand Tine Right Hand Tine NOTE Identify Left and Right sides of tiller by standing in operator position and facing direction of forward travel Models 12209 12210 and 12227 REF PART REF PART No No DESCRIPTION QTY No No DESCRIPTION QTY 1 9711 Hex Hd Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Grade 5 16 6 1916747001 Tine Holder B C cece 2 2 50049 01 Bolo Tine Right Hand Single tine used 1915075001 Tine Holder A ese ee ee ee ek ek ek 2 on left side of tiller Incl two each 7 1917486 Wheel amp Tire Ass y B 2 RE ME EE ia 8 1917487 Wheel amp Tire Ass y C 2 3 1733398 Hex Lock Nut 3 8 16 ee ee ee 18 55095 01 Wheel amp Tire Ass y Left Side A 1 4 9555 Hex Hd Screw 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 2 8
27. d propel the tiller rapidly forward or backward e Before starting engine put Forward Clutch Bail all models and Reverse Clutch Control Models 12209 12210 only in neutral disengaged positions by releasing levers e Never run engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Avoid engine muffler and nearby areas Temperatures in these areas may exceed 1500F 3 Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down to the travel position so that the tines clear the ground 4 Release all controls on the tiller 5 On engine s with a fuel shut off valve turn valve to open position as instructed in the separate Engine Owner s Manual 6 Put ignition switch and or throttle con trol lever located on engine in the ON RUN FAST or START position as instructed in the Engine Owner s Manual 7 Choke or prime engine as instructed in Engine Owner s Manual 8 Put one hand on fuel tank to stabilize unit when pulling starter rope handle Then use recoil starter to start engine as instructed in the Engine Owner s Manual When engine starts gradually move choke lever if so equipped to NO CHOKE CHOKE OFF or RUN position 9 Use the FAST throttle speed setting when tilling A WARNING key r ET Pr Keep away from rotating tines Rotating tines will cause injury
28. ding and unloading the tiller into a vehicle is potentially hazardous and we don t recommend doing so unless abso lutely necessary as this could result in personal injury or property damage However if you must load or unload the tiller follow the guidelines given next e Before loading or unloading stop the engine wait for all parts to stop moving disconnect the spark plug wire and let the engine and muffler cool e The tiller is too heavy and bulky to lift safely by one person Two or more people should share the load personal injury e Use sturdy ramps and manually engine shut off roll the tiller into and out of the vehicle Two or more people are needed to do this e The ramps must be strong enough to support the combined weight of the tiller and any handlers The ramps should pro vide good traction to prevent slipping they should have side rails to guide the tiller along the ramps and they should have a locking device to secure them to the vehicle e The handlers should wear sturdy footwear that will help to prevent slipping e Position the loading vehicle so that the ramp angle is as flat as possible the less incline to the ramp the better Turn the vehicle s engine off and apply its parking brake e When going up ramps stand in the normal operating position and push the tiller ahead of you Have a person at each side to turn the wheels e When going down ramps walk backward
29. e ese 2 Oil Seal Drive Shaft cece 1 Oil Seal Wheel Shaff cee 2 REF No 9 10 11 PART No 1915084010 1909374 55011 1 55011 2 1916111001 1186331 1100044 1100242 DESCRIPTION Transmission Housing Ass y Oil Seal Tine Shaft Bearing Cap Gasket 010 thick Bearing Cap Gasket 030 thick Rear Bearing Cap Hex Hd Flange Screw 5 16 18 x 1 Hex Hd Flange Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 Lock Washer 5 16 Models 12209 12210 and 12227 DRAWING NO 6 Models 12209 12210 and 12227 REF PART REF PART No No DESCRIPTION QTY No No DESCRIPTION QTY 1 7 Engine Recoil Start ese ee 1 23 1110108 Lock Nut 3 8 16 oeer 1 2 1917326001 Bracket Belt Cover nse 1 24 1107382 Flat Washer ees see see ee ee Re Re 2 3 1100242 Lock Washer 5 16 A 8 25 9386 Klip RING ss SE EE Gee 1 Lock Washer 5 16 BO 9 26 55037 Forward Drive Belt A ese 1 4 1111696 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 24 x 1 2 A 2 1916657 Forward Drive Belt B C 0 0 1 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 24 x 1 2 B C 3 27 55034 Forward Return Spring 1 5 1904557 Decal Hot Surfaces Warning 1 28 55033 Bushing Forward Idler Lever 1 6 1917128 Belt Cover Incl Ref 5 ee 1 29 1916658 Reverse Drive Belt BO 1 7 9552 Hex Hd Flange Screw Self Tapping 30 9944 Belleville Washer 1 1 4 20
30. e Lock Nut 5 16 18 2 18 1100808 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 2 8 1916118001 Depth Regulator Lever ee 1 19 55088 BUSHING EE RE She Aen 2 BA 9308 Spirol Pin 2 20 1916121001 Drag Bato ee Re 1 9 9384 Spring Depth Regulator sees 1 A For Model 12227 B For Model 12209 C For Model 12210 Models 12209 12210 and 12227 DRAWING NO 2 Models 12209 12210 and 12227 PARTS LIST DRAWING NO 2 REF PART REF PART No No DESCRIPTION QTY No No DESCRIPTION QTY 1 55104 Upper Handlebar Incl Ref 2 A 1 17 1916107001 Handlebar Support eee 2 1916996 Upper Handlebar Incl Refs 2 amp 18 1110107 Hex Lock Nut B 16 18 ee ese 2 28 BO ee ES diese 1 19 1916108001 Lower Handlebar sees ee ee ee 1 2 1916928 Decal Forward Clutch Bal 1 20 9386 TERE ER EE N 1 3 1100799 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 0 0 6 21 9856 Clevis PIN ee ee RR ee Ge RR ee 1 4 1100806 Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 ee 1 22 9552 Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 Self Tap A 4 5 55044 Bracket Forward Clutch Cable 1 9552 Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 Self Tap B C 6 6 1916106001 Bail Forward Clutch ssec 1 23 1901273010 Panel vari Ge ee n GN Gee 1 7 9855 Screw 10 24 X 2 ee ee ee ee 1 24 55097 Decal Model Name Logo A 1 8 1916712 Spring Forward Clutch eee 1 1916818 Decal Model Name Logo B 1 9 1100242 Lock Washer 5 16
31. e fuel tank has to be drained do this outdoors Decals Reverse Clutch Control For your safety and the safety of Forward Clutch Bail Operating Instruction others various safety and opera Operating Instruction NS x Models 12209 12210 tional decals are located on your P unit see Figure 1 2 Keep the decals clean and legible at all times Contact your local ser vice dealer or the factory for replacements if any decals are damaged or missing Starting Stabilization Message on engine Refer to the Parts List pages in this Manual for decal locations descrip tions and part numbers od Warning Messages 3 d ril Hot Surfaces Warning on belt cover Figure 1 2 Location of safety and operating decals 5 5HP Model shown Operating Symbols Various symbols shown here with word lel R 6 descriptions may be used on the tiller and CHOKE CHOKE REVERSE engine Your unit may not have all of the ON OFF ie symbols BAIL BAIL YS vd a gt SE E o ENGAGED DISENGAGED FAST SLOW STOP TILLER DIRECTION LEVER DIRECTION WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY e READ THE OWNER S MANUAL e KNOW LOCATIONS AND FUNCTIONS OF ALL CONTROLS e KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE AND WORKING e NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNINSTRUCTED ADULTS TO OPERATE TILLER SHUT OFF ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE MANUALLY UNCLOG GING TINES OR MAKING REPAIRS e KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FRO
32. e ke Re Ke Re Ke 21 Carburetor Governor Control Adjustments ee 21 Off Season Storage 21 Troubleshooting ee ee ee ee ER RE RE RE RE RR ER ER EER RR RR RE Re 22 Parts LSE RE ER OR EE EA 23 Customer Service Information c0 000 Back Cover SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES Under California law and under the laws of several other states you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest brush hay grain or grass covered land or land covered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine spark arrester in continuous effec tive working order The engine on the unit is an internal combustion engine which burns gasoline a hydrocarbon fuel and must be equipped with a spark arrester muffler in con tinuous effective working order The spark arrester must be attached to the engine exhaust system in such a manner that flames or heat from the system will not ignite flammable material Failure of the owner oper ator of the unit to comply with this regulation is a mis demeanor under California law and other states and may also be a violation of other state and or federal regulations laws ordinances or codes Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific informa tion about which regulations apply in your area Safety Reverse Clutch A Control Models Forward Clu
33. ealer Replace with fresh gasoline See Engine Service Dealer Clean air cooling system see Engine Owner s Manual Engine overheats Engine cooling system clogged Carburetor out of adjustment Oil level is low Clean air cooling area see Engine Owner s Manual See Engine Service Dealer Check oil level see Engine Owner s Manual Engine does not shut off Misadjusted throttle control or ignition switch See Engine Owner s Manual or Engine Service Dealer Wheels and Tines will not turn Improper use of controls Worn broken or misadjusted drive belt s Internal transmission wear or damage Bolt loose in transmission pulley Review Sections 3 and 4 See Checking Drive Belt Tension Section 5 Contact local dealer or the factory Tighten bolt Tines turn but wheels don t Wheel Drive Pins not in WHEEL DRIVE Bolt loose in transmission pulley Internal transmission wear or damage See Wheel Drive Pins in Section 3 Tighten bolt Contact local Dealer or the Factory Wheels Turn but Tines Don t Tine holder mounting hardware missing Bolt loose in transmission pulley Internal transmission wear or damage Replace hardware Tighten bolt Contact local Dealer or the Factory Poor tilling performance Worn tines Improper Depth Regulator setting Incorrect throttle setting F
34. ed Follow the instructions in this Assembly Section and in the separate Engine Owner s Manual NOTE LEFT and RIGHT sides of the tiller are as viewed from the operator s position behind the handlebars Figure 2 1 To identify length of screws place screw on template as shown and mea sure distance between bottom of screw head and tip of screw STEP 2 ATTACH HANDLEBAR 1 Loosely attach the legs of the handlebar support A Fig 2 2 to the inner sides of the tiller frame using two 3 8 16 x 3 4 hex hd screws B 3 8 flat washers C and 3 8 16 hex locknuts D 2 There are three height adjustment holes in the two handlebar support brackets E and F Fig 2 2 Use a setting that will position the handlebars at approximately waist level when the tines are 3 4 into the soil Loosely attach the support brackets to the handlebar support A using two 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 screws G 5 16 split lockwashers H and 5 16 18 hex nuts I NOTE If a support bracket will not move loosen attaching screw J and nut 3 Attach the handlebar assembly K to the handlebar support A using four 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 screws G 5 16 split lockwashers H and 5 16 18 hex nuts I Tighten the four screws securely 4 Tighten all handlebar mounting hard ware securely STEP 3 MOVE TILLER OFF SHIPPING PLATFORM To roll the tiller off the shipping platform put the wheels in FREEWHEEL as follows 1 Place a sturdy block under
35. ee ee ee ee Ge RR Ke Ge 10 Wheel Drive Pins ee Ge ke AR Re Ge Re AR RR Rek ee 10 Forward Clutch Bail ee ee Re Ge Re Ge Re Ge Re 11 Reverse Clutch Control se ek ek Ge Re Ge Re 11 Depth Regulator Lever see se ee Ke ek Ke ek Ke ke 11 Handlebar Height Adjustment ee see se ee ge ek Ge ee 11 SECTION 4 OPERATION ee ees ee ee ee RR Re RR RE 12 Break In Operation seneese 12 Starting and Stopping the Engine seses 12 Operating the Tiller ee se ee Ke Ge Re Ke RR ke 13 Tilling Tips amp Techniques iese ee ee ke Re Ke Re ke 14 Loading and Unloading the Tiller ee ee ee 16 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE ees ee ee see ee ken ke Re 17 Maintenance Schedule ee ee ee ee RR RR Re 17 Tiller LubricatiON ee ee se ee Ge AR ER ee GR ER ER ee 17 Check for Oil Leaks ee ee ee ee Re RR RR ee 17 Check Hardware ee ee see ee ee Re Re RR RR ee 17 Check Tire PresSur see ee ee ee ee RR RR ee 17 Transmission Gear Oil Service ee Ge 17 Bolo TINS an ese ee cit ne Ge ee De 18 Checking and Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension 19 Forward Clutch Bail Adjustment ee ee ee se ee 20 Checking and Adjusting Reverse Drive Belt Tension 20 Engine Cleaning see se ee ee Re Ge RR Ke Ge Re 20 Air Cleaner Service t cciiivcn wisi cid wm EE Ee alien 20 Engine Oil Service ee ee ee Ge RR Ke Ge RR 20 Spark Plug Service ee ee Ge RR RR RA Ke ee 21 Spark Arrester Screen Service 21 Throttle Lever Adjustment ee ee ee e
36. eel Fig 4 1 5 Check that all safety guards and covers are in place 6 Check air cleaner and engine cooling system See Engine Owner s Manual A DANGER GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND ITS VAPORS ARE EXPLOSIVE Follow gasoline safety rules in this Manual see Section 1 and in the sepa rate Engine Owner s Manual Failure to follow gasoline safety instruc tions can result in serious personal injury and property damage 7 Fill the fuel tank with gasoline according to the directions in the separate Engine Owner s Manual Follow all instructions and safety rules carefully 8 Attach spark plug wire to spark plug Starting the Engine The following steps describe how to start and stop the engine Do not attempt to engage the tines or wheels until you have read all of the operating instruc tions in this Section Also review the safety rules in Section 1 Safety and the tiller and engine controls information in Section 3 Features and Controls Operation 1 Complete the Pre Start Checklist on this page 2 Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position see Wheel Drive Pins in Section 3 of this manual A CAUTION To help prevent serious personal injury or damage to equipment Before starting engine put both wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position Never have wheels in FREEWHEEL position when engine is running When the wheels are in FREEWHEEL they do not hold back the tiller and the tines coul
37. er plant growth With experience you will find the just right tilling depth and tilling speed combination that is best for your garden Set the engine throttle lever at a speed to give the engine adequate power and yet allow it to operate at the slowest possible speed at least until you have achieved the maximum tilling depth you desire Faster engine speeds may be desirable when making final passes through the seedbed or when cultivating Selection of the correct engine speed in relation to the tilling depth will ensure a sufficient power level to do the job without causing the engine to labor While tilling relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along while the tines do the dig ging Walk on the side that is not yet fin ished to avoid making footprints in the freshly tilled soil and lightly but securely grip the handlebar with just one hand e When preparing a seedbed go over the same path twice in the first row then overlap one half the tiller width on the rest of the passes see Fig 4 6 When finished in one direction make a second pass at a right angle as shown in Fig 4 7 Overlap each pass for best results in very hard ground it may take three or four passes to thoroughly pulverize the soil elf the garden size will not permit lengthwise and then crosswise tilling then overlap the first passes by one half a tiller width followed by successive passes at one quarter width see Fig 4 8 W
38. ers could present safety hazards even though they may fit on the unit For customer assistance contact your nearest authorized dealer or GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED 1 Garden Way e Troy New York 12180 Customer Service 1 800 437 8686 e Technical Service 1 800 520 5520 Parts Service 1 800 648 6776 e FAX 518 233 4622 WEBSITE www troybilt com Outside the United States and Canada Customer Service 518 233 4807 Technical Service 518 233 4808 Parts Service 518 233 4806 FAX 518 233 4622 Printed in U S A 2000 Garden Way Incorporated
39. es with a dipstick remove it and wipe it clean Reinsert the dipstick tighten it securely and remove it Add oil as needed to bring the level up to the FULL mark Wipe dipstick clean each time oil level is checked Do not overfill Tighten dipstick securely B To Change the Engine Oil Change the engine oil as instructed in the Engine Owner s Manual SPARK PLUG SERVICE Inspect and clean or replace the spark plug after every 100 operating hours or annually Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for spark plug service instructions In some areas local law requires using resistor spark plugs to suppress ignition signals If the engine was originally equipped with a resistor spark plug use the same type for replacement SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN SERVICE If the engine muffler is equipped with a spark arrester screen remove and clean it according to the service intervals and instructions in the Engine Owner s Manual THROTTLE LEVER ADJUSTMENT If the engine does not respond to various throttle lever settings refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for service information or contact your local authorized engine dealer A WARNING Operators shall not tamper with the engine governor settings on the machine the governor controls the max imum safe operating speed to protect the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeed Autho rized service shall be sought if a problem exists CARBURETOR GOVERNOR CONT
40. henever possible walk on the untilled side of the unit to avoid making footprints in your freshly tilled or cultivated soil Footprints cause soil compaction that can hamper root penetration and contribute to soil erosion They can also plant unwanted weed seeds back into the freshly tilled ground 4 9 Fig 4 8 rows to cultivate see Fig Leave room for the hood width plus enough extra room for future plant growth Tilling wet soil often results in large hard clumps of soil that can interfere with planting If time permits wait a day or two after heavy rains to allow the soil to dry before tilling Test soil by squeezing it into a ball If it compresses too easily it is too wet to till With planning you can allow enough room between swe coe vo H 7 R Fig 4 9 _ ___ EeeeEeEMLLLLLll ee TI LLI NG TIPS amp TECHNIQUES cont Power composting simply means tilling under and burying in the soil all manner of organic matter such as crop residues leaves grass clippings and cover crops This material will decompose during the non growing season and add important natural nutri ents to the soil The first place to begin is with crop residues such as leftover vines stalks stems and roots Power compost these crop residues as soon as they finish bearing The sooner this is done the better as tender green matter is easier to till under Use the deepest depth regula
41. horized dealer for service advice CHECKING AND ADJUSTING REVERSE DRIVE BELT TENSION Models 12209 12210 only It is important to maintain correct tension on the reverse drive belt A loose belt will cause the tines and wheels to slow down or stop completely even though the engine is running at full speed When checking belt tension also check the belt for cracks cuts or frayed edges and replace it as soon as possible e Check belt tension after the first two hours of break in operation and after every 10 operating hours To Check Reverse Belt Tension 1 Stop engine wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove screw in plastic belt cover and slide belt cover which is attached to for ward clutch cable out of the way 3 Have an assistant pull the Reverse Clutch Control knob all the way out and hold it in that position Measure the length of the cable wire between the end of the threaded cable adjuster A Figure 5 5 and the end of the z fitting B to which the cable wire is attached 4 The belt tension is ideal if the cable wire length measures between 1 8 to 1 4 If it is less than 1 8 and if there is no reverse action when the tiller is running then make the following adjustments NOTE If the length is more than 1 4 no adjustment is needed as long as the reverse action functions properly 5 Release the Reverse Clutch Control knob and then unthread the in
42. is Manual See Back Cover for Customer Service information Safety Alert Symbol This is a safety alert symbol It is used in this A manual and on the unit to alert you to potential hazards When you see this symbol read and obey the message that follows it Failure to obey safety messages could result in personal injury or property damage This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71 8 1996 which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Inc and is published by the American National Standards Institute A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Table of Contents SECTION 1 SAFELY iis ese Ee spes ego Red eek gee ee Ee sei ee 3 Safety Decals ee ee ke Ge RR Ke Ge RR RR Ke ee 5 Operating Symbols ee ee ee ek Ke Ge Re Ke RR ke 5 SECTION 2 ASSEMBLY ee ees ee ee ee ee RR RR RR EE Re 6 Attach Handlebar ee ee ee se ee ek Ge Re ee niise 6 Move Tiller Off Shipping Platform sesse 6 Install Forward Clutch Cable seenen 7 Install Reverse Clutch Cable Models 12209 12210 8 Check Level of Transmission Gear ON ee 9 Add Motor Oil to Engine se ee se ee ee Ke ee ke ee 9 Check Hardware for TightnesS iese se ee ee ee 9 Check Air Pressure in Tires ee see se ee se Re Re 9 SECTION 3 FEATURES amp CONTROLS ee ee ee ee se ees 10 Engine Controls see
43. l injury INTRODUCTION Read this Operation Section and the sepa rate Engine Owner s Manual before you start the engine Then take the time to familiarize yourself with the basic opera tion of the tiller before using it in the garden Find an open level area and prac tice using the tiller controls without the tines engaging the soil put tines in travel setting Only after you ve become completely familiar with the tiller should you begin using it in the garden BREAK IN OPERATION Perform the following maintenance after the first two 2 hours of new operation see Maintenance Section in this manual and in the Engine Owner s Manual 1 Change engine oil 2 Check for loose or missing hardware on unit Tighten or replace as needed 3 Check tension on forward drive belt 4 Check transmission gear oil level STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE Pre Start Checklist With the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug perform the following checks and services before each use 1 Read the Safety and Controls Sections in this manual Read the separate Engine Owner s Manual provided with the unit 2 Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position wheel pins must be through holes in wheel hubs and wheel shaft 3 Check unit for loose or missing hard ware Service as required 4 Check engine oil level See Engine Owner s Manual Section Reverse Clutch Control Models 12209 12210 on each wh
44. mately 6 depending on soil conditions For best results always begin tilling at a very shallow depth setting and gradually increase the tilling depth A WARNING e Do not attempt to till too deeply too quickly Gradually work down to deeper tilling depths e Place the Depth Regulator Lever in the travel position before starting the engine This position prevents the tines from touching the ground until you are ready to begin tilling Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property damage Travel Position eae Shallow Settings Ma ae Deep Settings Figure 3 5 Depth Regulator Lever G HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The handlebar height is adjustable to three different settings Figure 3 6 In general adjust the handlebars so they are at waist level when the tines are 3 4 in the soil To adjust the handlebars 1 Stop engine disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and allow engine to cool 2 Remove hardware reposition handle bars and reinstall hardware securely Figure 3 6 Handlebar height adjustment EA A WARNING Before operating your machine care fully read and understand all safety Section 1 controls Section 3 and operating instructions Section 4 in this Manual in the separate Engine Owner s Manual and on the decals on the machine Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious persona
45. measure the length of the spring When the second measurement is between 1 16 to 3 16 longer than the first measurement retighten the hex nut C against the top of the adjuster B O D Replacement Belt Information If the drive belt needs to be replaced see your local authorized dealer or refer to the Parts List for ordering information Use only afactory authorized belt as an over the counter belt may not perform satis factorily The procedure requires average mechanical ability and commonly available tools Hold bail against handlebar while taking second measurement of spring Figure 5 4 To check forward belt tension take two measurements of the overall length of the coils in the spring first with the clutch bail open then with the clutch bail closed against the handlebar WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage FORWARD CLUTCH BAIL ADJUSTMENT If the Forward Clutch Bail does not func tion properly first check that the forward drive belt is adjusted properly see Checking and Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension If this fails to correct the problem contact the factory Technical Service Department or your aut
46. ner jam nut C Figure 5 6 one to two turns Pull the threaded cable adjuster A Figure 5 6 to the left until the inner jam nut C touches the bracket 6 Prevent the inner jam nut C from turning and tighten the outer jam nut D against the bracket Prevent the outer jam nut D from turning and tighten the inner jam nut C against the bracket 7 Measure the gap by repeating Step 3 Readjust as needed by repeating Steps 5 and 6 8 Reinstall the belt cover Figure 5 5 Measure cable wire length to check for correct reverse belt tension Figure 5 6 Move threaded adjuster A to left to increase belt tension Replacement Belt Information If the drive belt needs to be replaced see your local authorized dealer or refer to the Parts List for ordering information Use only a factory authorized belt as an over the counter belt may not perform satis factorily The procedure requires average mechanical ability and commonly available tools ENGINE CLEANING Keeping the engine clean will help to ensure smooth operation and prevent damage from overheating Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for engine cleaning service intervals and instructions Be sure that the muffler is cool before ser vicing the engine AIR CLEANER SERVICE The air cleaner filters dirt and dust out of the air before it enters the carburetor Operating the engine with a dirty clogged air filter can cause poor performance and dam
47. ns can result in serious personal injury or property damage TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any troubleshooting procedures refer to the appropriate safety operating or maintenance instructions in this Manual or in the Engine Owner s Manual Contact your authorized engine service dealer for engine service Contact your autho rized tiller dealer or the factory for all other service problems POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine does not start Engine runs poorly Spark plug wire disconnected Engine Throttle Control Lever incorrectly set Fuel tank empty Choke control if so equipped in incorrect position Stale gasoline Dirty air filter s Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug Carburetor out of adjustment 9 Misadjusted throttle control 10 Dirt or water in fuel tank OO NOU PEON Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug Dirty air filter s Carburetor out of adjustment Stale gasoline Dirt or water in fuel tank Engine cooling system clogged Reconnect wire Put lever in START position Add fuel See Engine Owner s Manual Drain fuel and add fresh fuel Clean or replace filter s Inspect spark plug See Engine Service Dealer See Engine Service Dealer 10 See Engine Service Dealer GO O HNOO POND Inspect spark plug see Engine Owner s Manual Clean or replace see Engine Owner s Manual See Engine Service D
48. nts or discontinue the manufacture of any of our equipment without notice or obligation to purchasers of our equipment Customer Service and Technical Service If you have questions or problems with the unit contact your local dealer or the factory When calling or writing provide the Model Serial Numbers of the unit Replacement Parts Factory specified replacement parts are available from your authorized dealer or directly from the factory When ordering parts be sure to provide the following e Model Serial Numbers of the unit e Part number of the part needed e Part Description e Quantity needed NOTE All replacement parts must conform to our rigid quality specifications Although some replacement parts we provide may vary slightly in shape color or texture from the original parts any variations will not affect the fit or performance of these parts on your unit Engine Service and Repair For engine service or repair contact your nearest authorized engine dealer look in the 5 Yellow Pages under Engines Gasoline The engine is warranted by the engine man ufacturer Any unauthorized work performed on the engine during the warranty period may void this warranty For complete details on the engine warranty refer to the engine owner manual A WARNING We urge using only genuine replacement parts which meet all the latest requirements Replacement parts manufactured by oth
49. or technical assistance Fig 2 9 Route reverse clutch cable CC as shown Attach with cable tie EE Section 2 Assembly 9 o STEP 6 CHECK LEVEL OF TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL The transmission was filled with gear oil at the factory However you should check the gear oil level at this time to make cer tain it is correct IMPORTANT Do not operate the tiller if the gear oil level is low Doing so will result in severe damage to the transmis sion components 1 With the tiller on level ground pull the Depth Regulator Lever FF Fig 2 10 back and then all the way up until the lowest notch in the lever is engaged 2 Remove the oil fill plug GG Fig 2 11 from the transmission housing cover and locate the main drive shaft situated inside the housing 3 The gear oil level is correct if the gear oil is approximately halfway up the side of the main drive shaft 4 If the oil level is low add gear oil by referring to A To Check the Transmission Gear Oil Level in Section 5 ha ry Fig 2 11 Remove gear oil fill plug STEP 7 ADD MOTOR OIL TO ENGINE The tiller is shipped without oil in the engine IMPORTANT Do not start the engine without first adding motor oil Severe engine damage will result if the engine is run without oil 1 Refer to the separate Engine Owner s Manual for engine oil specifications and capacities 2 With the tiller on level ground move the Depth Regulato
50. orward Drive Belt slipping See Bolo Tines Section 5 See Tilling Tips amp Techniques Section 4 See Section 4 See Checking Forward Drive Belt Tension Section 5 TILLER ATTACHMENTS The attachments listed below are available for your tiller The information is the most current at the time this manual was printed Contact your authorized dealer or the factory for current information BUMPER The tubular steel bumper surrounds the engine to protect the air cleaner starter assembly and fuel tank from damage FRAME WEIGHTS Solid steel weights attach to the sides of the tiller frame to provide added traction to the wheels M odels 12209 12210 and 12227 DRAWING NO 1 REF PART REF PART No No DESCRIPTION QTY No No DESCRIPTION QTY 1 9552 Hex Hd Flange Screw Self Tapping 10 9534 SPACE n N EE EE N EE N 1 EE dIE EE na 2 11 1100069 Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20 X 1 esse se see 1 3 1917536 Decal Hood ee ee ee ee 1 12 9811 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 seeren 1 5 1904572 Tine Hood Incl tine flap and 13 1916119001 Hood Bracket Right Hand 1 Ref AE aa eens 1 14 1916120001 Hood Bracket Left Hand 1 1917594 Tine Hood Incl tine flap and 15 11000242 Lock washer 5 16 2 Ref 3 B 0 ee eek ee 1 16 1186331 Hex Hd Flange Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 6 1100088 Hex Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 2 17 1186230 Hex Nut B 16 18 ee ee se se ee Ge Ge ee 2 7 1186391 Hex Flang
51. r Lever FF Fig 2 10 up or down until the engine is level 3 Add motor oil as described in the Engine Owner s Manual 4 Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down until the highest notch is engaged This places the tines in the travel position which allows the tiller to be moved without the tines touching the ground STEP 8 CHECK HARDWARE FOR TIGHTNESS Check all nuts and screws for tightness STEP 9 CHECK AIR PRESSURE IN TIRES units with pneumatic tires On tires equipped with air valves check the air pressure with a tire gauge Deflate or inflate the tires equally to 15 to 20 PSI pounds per square inch Be sure that both tires are inflated equally or the unit will pull to one side IMPORTANT This completes the assembly steps Before operating your tiller make sure you read the following sections in this Manual as well as the separate Engine Owner s Manual e Section 1 Safety e Section 3 Features and Controls e Section 4 Operation ET 3 Features and Controls A WARNING Before operating your machine care fully read and understand all safety controls and operating instructions in this Manual the separate Engine Owner s Manual and on the decals on the machine Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury INTRODUCTION This Section describes the location and function of the controls on your tiller Refer to the following Section
52. r first 2 hours of break in operation 2 Before each use 3 Every 5 operating hours 4 Every 10 operating hours 5 Every 30 operating hours 6 Change more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions 7 See Engine Owner s Manual for service recommendations 8 Whichever time interval occurs first 9 Change after first 2 hours of break in operation TILLER LUBRICATION After every 10 operating hours oil or grease the lubrication points shown in Figure 5 1 and described below Use clean lubricating oil 30 weight motor oil is suitable and clean general purpose grease grease containing a metal lubricant is preferred if available e Remove the wheels clean the wheel shaft A Fig 5 1 and apply a thin coating of grease to the wheel shaft e Grease the back front and sides of the depth regulator lever B Fig 5 1 e Remove the tines and clean the tine shaft C Fig 5 1 Use a file or sandpaper to gently remove any rust burrs or rough spots especially around holes in shaft Apply grease to ends of shaft before installing tines e Oil the threads on the handlebar height adjustment screws and the handlebar attaching screws D Fig 5 1 Figure 5 1 CHECK FOR OIL LEAKS Before each use check the tiller for signs of an oil leak usually a dirty oily accu mulation either on the unit or on the floor A little seepage around a cover or an oil seal is usually not a cause for alarm How e
53. s a step backward Next swing the handlebar to the right so the left wheel steps backward Repeat as needed c If longer distances need to be covered in reverse shut off the engine then place the two wheels in FREEWHEEL 7 To Turn the Tiller Around a Practice turning the tiller in a level open area Be very careful to keep your feet and legs away from the tines b To begin a turn lift the handlebars until the tines are out of the ground and the engine and tines are balanced over the wheels Fig 4 4 c With tiller balanced push sideways on handlebar to steer in direction of turn Fig 4 5 After turning slowly lower tines into soil to resume tilling Fig 4 4 To begin turn lift handlebars until tines are out of ground and unit is balanced Fig 4 5 With tines out of ground push handlebars sideways to turn tiller Stopping the Tiller and Engine 1 To stop the wheels and tines release the Forward Clutch Bail all models or the Reverse Clutch Control Models 12209 and 12210 whichever control is in use 2 To stop the engine put the ignition switch and or the throttle control lever in the OFF or STOP position EE III TILLING TIPS amp TECHNIOUES A WARNING Before tilling contact your tele phone or utilities company and inquire if underground equipment or lines are used on your property Do not till near buried electric cables telephone lines
54. s into place 3 Insert the 10 24 x 2 slotted hd screw V Fig 2 5 down through the hooked end of the cable spring W until the screw threads extend through the spring Fig 2 4 Installing forward clutch cable bracket and cable 4 Thread the 10 24 hex nut Z Fig 2 5 halfway onto the screw V 5 Thread the screw V into the cable adjuster X 6 Hook the cable spring W Fig 2 6 into the V shaped bend in the Forward Clutch Bail Y 7 Check for correct tension on the for ward drive belt by taking two measure ments of the cable spring as follows a With the Forward Clutch Bail Y Fig 2 6 in an open released position mea sure the length of the cable spring W from the outermost coil to the outer most coil b Squeeze the Forward Clutch Bail against the handlebar see Fig 2 7 and re measure the spring length The belt tension is correct if this second mea surement is between 1 16 to 3 16 longer than the first measurement If so turn the hex nut Z Fig 2 7 tightly against the cable adjuster X while pre venting the cable adjuster from turning Oo If the spring length is incorrect you must adjust the cable tension as described in Checking and Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension in Section 5 Incorrect cable tension can result in belt slippage cable tension too loose or unintentional tine movement when the clutch bail is in Neutral cable tension too tight
55. tch Bail 12209 12210 Standard Rotating Tines SRT P Wheel Drive Pin on each wheel Figure 1 1 Tiller features and controls 5 5HP Model shown See separate Training 1 Carefully read this Owner s Manual the separate Engine Owner s Manual and any other literature you may receive Be thor oughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller and its engine Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly 2 Never allow children to operate the tiller Never allow adults to operate the tiller without proper instruction 3 Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly children and pets 4 Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people their property and themselves Preparation 1 Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller is to be used and remove all foreign objects 2 Be sure all tiller controls are released and both wheels are in the Wheel Drive position before starting the engine 3 Do not operate the tiller without wearing adequate outer garments Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts 4 Do not operate the tiller when barefoot or wearing sandals sneakers or light footwear Wear protective footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces 5 Do not till near underground electric cables telephone lines pipes or hoses If in doubt contact your
56. telephone or utility company 6 Warning Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable and its vapors are explo sive Take the following precautions a Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose b The gas cap shall never be removed or fuel added while the engine is run ning Allow the engine to cool for several minutes before adding fuel c Keep matches cigarettes cigars pipes open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container d Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Use a funnel or spout to prevent spillage Engine Owner s Manual to identify engine controls e Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely f If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated 7 Never make adjustments when engine is running unless recommended by manufacturer Operation 1 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts 2 Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Do not carry passengers 3 After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating
57. the machine E ee N eee 4 Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling 5 If the unit should start to vibrate abnor mally stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug and check imme diately for the cause Vibration is gener ally a warning of trouble 6 Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug whenever you leave the oper ating position before unclogging the tines or when making any repairs adjustments or inspections 7 Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended Stop the engine Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug Be sure that both wheels are in the Wheel Drive position 8 Before cleaning repairing or inspecting stop the engine and make cer tain all moving parts have stopped Dis connect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug to prevent accidental starting 9 The flap on the tine hood must be down when operating the tiller 10 Never use the tiller unless proper guards plates or other safety protective devices are in place 11 Do not run the engine in an enclosed area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas a deadly poison that is odorless colorless and tasteless 12 Keep children and pets away 13 Never operate the tiller under engine power if the wheels are in the Freewheel position In the
58. the trans mission to raise one wheel about 1 off the ground Fig 2 2 Attach handlebar 5 5HP Model shown 2 Remove the hairpin cotter L Fig 2 3 and wheel drive pin M from the wheel hub O and wheel shaft N 3 Slide the wheel fully inward on the wheel shaft N Fig 2 3 Reinstall the wheel drive pin M through the wheel shaft only not through the wheel hub Secure the wheel drive pin with the hairpin cotter L pushing the hairpin cotter in as far as it will go The wheel should now spin freely freewheel on the wheel shaft Repeat with the other wheel 4 Use the handlebar to roll the tiller to a flat area IMPORTANT Before starting the engine the wheels must be placed in the WHEEL DRIVE position pins through wheel hubs and wheel shaft This procedure is described in Wheel Drive Pins in Section 3 Fig 2 3 Wheel in FREEWHEEL position wheel drive pin through wheel shaft only STEP 4 INSTALL FORWARD CLUTCH CABLE 1 Attach the forward clutch cable bracket P Fig 2 4 to the handlebar support A with a 1 4 20 x 1 1 4 hex hd screw R and 1 4 20 hex locknut S Tighten securely 2 Carefully unwrap the forward clutch cable cable without an attached knob from its shipping position and slide the thin cable wire T Fig 2 4 into the slot in the cable bracket Push the cable con nector U Fig 2 4 up through the hole in the bracket until the groove in the con nector snap
59. top forward motion of wheels and tines b When tilling relax and let the wheels pull the unit while the tines dig Walk behind and a little to one side of the unit Use one hand yet keep a light but secure grip on the handlebar while keeping your arm loose See Fig 4 2 Let the unit move at its own pace and do not push down on the handlebars to try and force the tines to dig deeper this takes weight off the wheels reduces traction and causes the tines to try and propel the tiller A WARNING Do not push down on the handlebars to try to make the tiller till more deeply This prevents the wheels from holding the tiller back and can allow the tines to rapidly propel the tiller forward which could result in loss of control property damage or personal injury 5 For reverse motion of the wheels and tines Models 12209 12210 only a Look behind and exercise caution when operating in reverse Do not till while in reverse b Stop all forward motion Lift handlebar with one hand until tines are off the ground and then pull Reverse Clutch Control knob out see Fig 4 3 To stop reversing let go of Reverse Clutch Control knob Fig 4 3 Raise tines off ground and look behind when moving in reverse 6 To move the Model 12227 in reverse for short distances a Release Forward Clutch Bail Then lift handlebar until tines are off the ground b Swing the handlebar to the left so the right wheel take
60. tor setting possible without causing the engine to labor or the tiller to jump ahead Standing cornstalks of reasonable height can be power composted Pushing over but not uprooting cornstalks will often make it easier to chop up the stalks Keep the tines clear of excessive tangling by fishtailing or frequently using reverse Make several passes then return a few days later to finish off any remaining stubble A WARNING When power composting do not keep the Depth Regulator Lever at a deep setting if the tiller jumps or bucks If jumping or bucking occurs move the Depth Regulator Lever down to a shallow setting and then slowly increase the tilling depth on later passes Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury After tilling under crop residues add more organic matter such as leaves grass clippings and even kitchen scraps When tilled into the soil this organic matter will decompose and add even more important nutrients to the soil After power composting you may want to plant a green manure cover crop to protect the soil during the off season You simply grow acrop of clover alfalfa buckwheat peas beans rye grass grain or kale and then till it into the soil prior to the planting season Read the following recommendations before tilling on slopes If you must garden on a moderate slope please follow two very important guidelines 1 Till only on moderate slopes ne
61. ver if the oil drips overnight then imme diate attention is needed Ignoring an oil leak can result in severe transmission damage If a cover is leaking check for loose screws If the screws are tight a new gasket or oil seal may be required If the leak is from around a shaft and oil seal the oil seal probably needs to be replaced See your authorized dealer or contact the factory for service or advice IMPORTANT Never operate the tiller if the transmission is low on oil Check the oil level after every 30 hours of operation and whenever there is any oil leakage CHECK HARDWARE Check for loose or missing hardware after every 10 operating hours and tighten or replace as needed before reusing tiller Be sure to check the screws underneath the tiller hood that secure the transmission cover and the Depth Regulator Lever to the transmission CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Models with pneumatic tires Check the air pressure in both tires The air pressure should be between 15 20 PSI pounds per square inch Keep both tires equally inflated to help prevent machine from pulling to one side TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL SERVICE Check the transmission gear oil level after every 30 hours of operation or whenever you notice any oil leak Operating the tiller when the transmission is low on oil can result in severe damage A To Check the Transmission Gear Oil Level 1 Check the gear oil level when the trans mission is cool
62. ver on steep ground where footing is difficult review safety rules in Section 1 Safety of this manual 2 We recommend tilling up and down slopes rather than terracing Tilling vertically on a slope allows maximum planting area and also leaves room for cultivating IMPORTANT When tilling on slopes be sure the correct oil level is maintained in the engine check every one half hour of operation The incline of the slope will cause the oil to slant away from its normal level and this can starve engine parts of required lubrication Keep the motor oil level at the full point at all times Tilling Up and Down Slopes Vertical Tilling e To keep soil erosion to a minimum be sure to add enough organic matter to the soil so that it has good moisture holding texture and try to avoid leaving footprints or wheel marks e When tilling vertically try to make the first pass uphill as the tiller digs more deeply going uphill than it does downhill In soft soil or weeds you may have to lift the handlebars slightly while going uphill When going downhill overlap the first pass by about one half the width of the tiller Terrace Gardening WARNING Do not operate tiller on a slope too steep for safe operation Till slowly and be sure you have good footing Never permit tiller to freewheel down slopes Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury Tilling Across Slopes Without Using Terraces Horizontal Tilling
63. with the tiller following you Keep alert for any obstacles behind you Position a person at each wheel to control the speed of the tiller Never go down ramps tiller first as the tiller could tip forward e Place wooden blocks on the downhill side of the wheels if you need to stop the tiller from rolling down the ramp Also use the blocks to temporarily keep the tiller in place on the ramps if neces sary and to chock the wheels in place after the tiller is in the vehicle e After loading the tiller prevent it from rolling by engaging the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position Chock the wheels with blocks and securely tie the tiller down Era 5 Maintenance A WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug Remove ignition key on electric start models Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or prop erty damage MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE PROCEDURE NOTES Check motor oil level 2 3 Clean engine Check drive belt tension Check nuts and bolts Change motor oil Lubricate tiller Service engine air cleaner system Check gear oil level in transmission Check tines for wear Check air pressure in tires if unit has pneumatic tires Service spark plug NOTES 1 Check afte
64. y never engage the tines in the ground while operating in reverse A WARNING Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you Look behind to avoid obstacles Never attempt to till in reverse Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property damage To operate the Reverse Clutch Control 1 Put wheels in WHEEL DRIVE position see WARNING statement at the left 2 Stop all tiller motion by releasing the Forward Clutch Bail 3 Lift the handlebar until the tines clear the ground look behind you to avoid any obstacles and then pull the control knob F Figure 3 4 out The wheels and tines will rotate in a reverse direction 4 Release the control knob to disengage stop the wheels and tines the engine will continue to run Figure 3 4 All models have a Forward Clutch Bail E Only Models 12209 12210 have a Reverse Clutch Control F DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER This lever G Figure 3 5 controls the tilling depth of the tines Pull the lever back and slide it up or down to engage the notched height settings The travel position highest notch raises the tines approximately 1 1 2 off the ground allowing the tiller to be moved without the tines contacting the ground This setting should also be used when starting the engine Moving the lever upward will increase the tilling depth The lowest notch allows a tilling depth of approxi

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