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Honda Power Equipment FG100 Tiller User Manual

1. 10 C Carburetor AdjustmenNt ees ee ee ee ee ee Re 24 Carrying Handle ies Ese irte 9 Choke Lever ME aria KORE ee eN Ee RE EEN EE eg eed 8 Clothing Recommendations esse see see ee ee 10 Component Identification ese ee 7 Contents AR EE OE ER ER EE 3 Cooling Fin Inspection ese ee ee ee Re 24 D Damage Prevention Message Definition 1 Description Of Controls ese ee ee ee ee ee 8 DiE ed EE N EE OE OE 9 E Emission Control System 42 Engine Fuel Recommendations 25 A O N 19 Oil Level ina ta 19 Oil Recommendations esse ese ee ee ee ee 20 Operating Problems sesse ee ee ee ee 37 Refueling si re EE EERS de 25 Serial Number niite tipia ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 39 GR EE EE EE 8 amp 13 F Frame Serial Number iese ese ee ee ee Re 39 Fuel Additive to Extend Storage Life ee ee 35 Gasoline Recommendations ee ee ee ee 25 DE EE stot ate tie ted ieee 26 FROTUSIING voii dd 25 A A EE EG Eye sal 26 G Gasoline Recommendations 25 H Handlebars Adjustment siese cat ESE tcl select dairies 12 Folding for Transportation 34 l Idle Speed Adjustment iese ee Re ee Re ee Ee 24 Importance Of Proper Asse
2. HANDLE gt M RECOIL TR STARTER pa N TRANSPORT WHEELS OM PS BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO OPERATE THE TILLER Your safety is your responsibility A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury Knowledge Read and understand this manual Know what the controls do and how to operate them Familiarize yourself with the tiller and its operation before you begin to use it Know what to do in case of emergencies Physical and Mental Readiness You must be alert and in good physical condition to operate the tiller Do not operate the tiller if you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol medication or any substance that might impair your vision dexterity or judgment If you have any physical problem that may be aggravated by strenuous work consult your physician before operating the tiller Protective Clothing Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury Do not wear loose clothing jewelry short pants sandals or go barefoot Secure hair so it is above shoulder level Eye Face and Head Protection Always wear safety glasses or goggles that comply with ANSI standard Z87 1 to protect your eyes from thrown objects Prescription glasses may be worn under the safety glasses or goggles Wearing a dust mask will help to reduce the amount of pollens and dust inhaled Hearing Protection Hearing protectors will help to protect yo
3. See shop manual Throttle Cable Adjust for proper free play See page 24 Tuneup Spark Plug Gap 0 024 0 028 in 0 6 0 7 mm See page 22 Idle Speed 3 100 200 rpm See page 24 Valve Clearance cold Intake 0 12 0 02 mm Exhaust 0 15 0 02 mm See shop manual Other Specifications No other adjustments needed HONDA POM52753C 31V06610 Printed on Recycled Paper Printed in U S A 00X31 V06 6100
4. OWNERS MANUAL Mini Tiller FG100 Click here to save this manual to your computer Y See page 28 page 28 for instructions on Necesita un manual en Espa ol Vea a la p gina 44 assembling your FG 100 Mini Tiller 1997 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved 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 Keep this owner s manual handy so you can refer to it at any time This should remain with the tiller if resold The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing American Honda Motor Co Inc reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission FG100 TILLER INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda Harmony FG100 Tiller We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest tillers on the market We want to help you get the best results from your new tiller and to operate it safely This manual contains the information on how to do that please it carefully As you read this manual you will find information preceded by a NOTICE symbol That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your t
5. Always turn the engine switch to the OFF position Make sure the fuel cap is securely tightened Install the wheels to provide added stability when transporting see page 12 If the engine has been running allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the tiller on the transport vehicle A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials Loading If necessary loosen the handle bar knobs so that the tiller upper handle can be collapsed Be careful that the throttle cable and engine switch wire are not pinched or bent when collapsing the upper handle Secure the tiller by tying around the lower handles just in front and back of the engine as shown STORAGE Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your tiller troublefree and looking good The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your tiller s function and appearance and will make the engine easier to start when you use the tiller again Cleaning Wash the tiller including the area around the tiller tines Wash the engine by hand and be careful to prevent water from entering the air cleaner NOTICE Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force water into the air cleaner Water in the air cleaner will soak the filter and can enter the carburetor or engine causing damage 34 HANDLE BAR KNOBS 1 THROTTLE CABLE 8 y ENGINE STOP UPPER HANDL
6. Safety Precauti0NS ee ees ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ne 12 Serial Numbers iese ee ee Re RA Re ee ee ee ee 39 Spark Arrester SerViC ee ee RA ee Re 23 Spark Plug Service ee ee RA rneer Ee ee reene 22 ale ie ie RE OE OE ER eena R 38 Starting Problems ees ee Re ee Re Re ee ee ee ee 37 Starting Stopping The Engine ees sees ee ee ee ee ee 13 tele RE EE NS EE N 34 T Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems iese see 37 Throttle Lever Assembly ESE EES ES Ee EE Eg SS ee ELE EE Se 32 Cable Inspection esse ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 24 Opera EE ER HE EE 88 14 TEANSMISSION cda di cds 27 TRANS PON ito 34 Transport Wheels see ee ee Re ee ee ee 9 amp 12 U Unpacking iii 29 WwW Warranty Accessories Replacement Parts and Apparel 41 Distributors Limited ee ee Re RA ee ee 40 Emission Control System s e 42 Service Information ee ee Re Re 44 QUICK REFERENCE Maintenance Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating Type Fuel Hy of 86 or higher See page 25 Capacity 0 75 US at 7 Type SAE 10W 30 API SH or SJ Engine Oil See page 20 Capacity 0 11 US at 10 Transmission Lubricant SD Type Grease NLGI 2 See page 27 Regular Spark Plug NGK C5HSB Resistor plugs reduce the Type ede apaga See page 22 interference with radio and NGK CR5HSB television reception DENSO U16FSR UB Maximum Engine Speed 9 000 200 rpm
7. TUBE clear Fuel Filter and Fuel Tank Cleaning 1 Remove the fuel tank cap 2 Tip the tiller as shown and empty the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container Use a ar AE ie funnel to avoid spilling gasoline 3 Pull the fuel filter out through the fuel filler neck by hooking the black fuel supply tube with a piece of wire such as a partly straightened paper clip 4 Inspect the fuel filter If the fuel filter is dirty wash it with nonflammable solvent Be careful to avoid damaging the filter 5 Replace the filter if it is damaged or excessively dirty 6 Rinse sediment from the fuel tank with nonflammable solvent 7 Insert the fuel filter in the fuel tank and install the fuel tank cap WIRE FUEL SUPPLY TUBE black FUEL FILTER FUEL FILTER 26 FG100 TILLER MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Transmission Lubrication The transmission is pre lubricated at the factory At the beginning of each tilling season or after every 25 hours of use during the season the transmission should be filled with grease Replacement grease should be a high quality petroleum based NLGI 2 general purpose grease usually available in disposable guns at most hardware or automotive parts stores 1 Place the tiller on the carrying handle see page 19 2 Remove the lock pin from the right side tine shaft by turning it UP a and pulling it out b as shown Wearing heavy gloves remove both right side tines
8. BEFORE MANUALLY UNCLOGGING TINES OR MAKING REPAIRS e KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM MACHINE e KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING e USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REVERSING OR PULLING THE MACHINE TOWARDS YOU 6 FG100 TILLER CONTROLS COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION q LN HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTER SPARK PLUG THROTTLE LEVER gt RECOIL STARTER CARRYING HANDLE ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DRAIN CHOKE LEVER W AIR CLEANER z 0 gt TINE PRIMING BULB J SHIELD FUELCAP lt KG TRANSPORT WHEEL OR DRAG BAR TILLING TINES FG100 TILLER 7 CONTROLS DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Throttle Lever The throttle lever controls engine speed and tiller tine rotation Pulling the throttle lever towards the grip increases the engine speed which causes the tines to turn Releasing the throttle lever reduces engine speed and stops the tiller tines from turning The tiller will have the greatest tilling force at maximum engine speed At idle the tilling tines should stop rotating Engine Switch The engine switch controls the ignition system The engine switch must be in the ON position for the engine to start and run Moving the engine switch to the OFF position stops the engine Handle Bar Adjustment There are two positions that the handlebars can be adjusted to best suit the height of the operator Choke Lever The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor
9. Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your new Honda engine were designed built and certified to conform with EPA and California emission regulations We recommend the use of genuine Honda parts whenever you have maintenance done These original design replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the original parts so you can be confident of their performance The use of replacement parts that are not of the original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part will not adversely affect emission performance The manufacturer or rebuilder of the part must certify that use of the part will not result in a failure of the engine to comply with emission regulations Maintenance Follow the maintenance schedule on page 18 Remember that this schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose Sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent service 46 FG100 TILLER TECHNICAL 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION THE AIR INDEX An Air Index Information hang tag label was applied to this engine in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board The bar graph is intended to provide you our customer the ability to compare the emissions performance of available engines The lower the Ai
10. WARRANTY asa 40 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY ooann 42 WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION 44 OXYGENATED FUELS o an 45 HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION ee 45 EMISSION CONTROL STARTING STOPPING THEENGINE 48 SYSTEM INFORMATION ee 46 TILLER OPERATION ee ee 14 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ees ees esse ees ee 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE esse esse ese 18 Engine Oil e a sose s slato ee 19 AirFilter 2 2 SS pie a 20 Spark Plug 2 2 2 2 22 Spark Arrester 2 2 a 23 Cooling Fins s s s soror oa s os ra 24 Throttle Cable 2 2 2 2 2 2000 24 Idle Speed 2 2 2 2 0 0 0 24 Fuel System 2 2 2 2 25 Transmission 2 2 2 2 2 a 27 SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents with this product can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the product The most common hazards according to accident statistics are discussed below along with the best way to protect yourself and others Honda Tiller Usage Honda tillers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions and intended use Honda tillers are intended to be used by an experienced trained operator who is familiar with the use of power equipment Do not allow a child or an inexperienced untrained operator to use this tiller Operating this equipment requires special effort on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others Rea
11. area of the tine set 7 Reinstall the tine sets in the rocky soil pattern shown When reinstalling the tines make sure the tine shaft and tine hubs are clean and free of foreign material The tines should easily slide onto the shaft Do not force the tines onto the shaft 8 Install the lock pins throught the round side of the tine shaft hole a then turn it over b to lock it it in place In the rocky soil tine pattern the center gap is wider than in the regular tine pattern This will require additional passes to till this untilled area When the tines are properly mounted the angled portions of the tine blade should enter the soil first not the straight portions FG100 TILLER OPERATION lt LOCK PIN a O b RAISED AREAS LC TINE SET Viewed from the rear UNTILLED AREA REGULAR TINE Viewed from the rear UNTILLED AREA Ma ROCK SOIL PATTERN 15 OPERATION wuu w Angled portion edge should enter th View from the rear LOCK PIN B C Narrow Cultivating The two outer tines can be removed to give you a narrower cultivating width This width is approximately 6 inches This will give you the ability to get between very closely spaced plants In order to do this pull the lock pin out of the hole in the end of the tine shaft Slide the outside tine set off the tine shaft and place a tine spacer included with your tiller over the tine
12. local ordinances or your insurance company Remember too that you are responsible for keeping the tiller properly maintained and in safe operating condition Your commitment to safety on the job can help prevent accidents and result in longer and more productive years of service IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS Your child s safety is very important to Honda Read this message if you decide to permit your youngster to operate this tiller Tillers are tools not toys As with any equipment bad judgments can result in serious injuries You can prevent accidents by making good decisions about if when and how your youngster operates this equipment The first question you ll need to ask is whether your youngster is capable of operating this tiller safely Remember young people vary widely and AGE IS NOT THE ONLY FACTOR Physically a youngster must be LARGE ENOUGH AND STRONG ENOUGH to easily start the tiller and control its direction The youngster also needs enough size strength and coordination to comfortably reach and operate the controls Another tougher question you need to ask is if your youngster has enough MATURITY AND RESPONSIBILITY to safely operate this tiller Does the young person think through problems and come to logical solutions Be honest Anyone who takes unnecessary risks and doesn t obey rules should not operate this tiller If you decide that your son or daughter can handle the tiller safely carefully read the owner s ma
13. oil capacity 0 11 US qt 3 4 fl oz 0 1 Screw in the oil filler cap dipstick securely FG100 TILLER MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS OIL FILLER HOLE OIL FILLER HOLE CARRYING HANDLE OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK J 19 MAINTENANCE 8 ADJUSTMENTS Engine Oil Recommendations Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life Use 4 stroke automotive detergent oil SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general use Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the recommended ranges The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on the oil container Honda recommends that you use API SERVICE category SH or SJ oil with the starburst certification mark displayed on the container Air Filter Inspection 1 Move the choke lever to the CHOKE N position to prevent dirt from entering the engine 2 Press the air cleaner latch tab and remove the air cleaner cover Check the air filter to be sure it is clean and in good condition 3 If the air filter is dirty clean it as described under Air Filter Cleaning see page 21 Replace the air filter if it is damaged Operating the engine without an air filter or with a damaged air filter will allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor s Limited Warranty 4 Align th
14. operating the tiller for the first time please review the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION see and the chapter titled BEFORE OPERATION see page 10 Even if you have operated other tillers take time to become familiar with the operation of this tiller s controls and handling For your safety avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such as a garage Your engine s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death If the tiller starts to shake or vibrate stop the engine immediately After the tiller tines have completely stopped inspect them to determine the cause of the vibration Sudden vibration is a sign of a hazardous problem such as loose or damaged tilling tines or tiller accessory hidden objects in the soil or the ground that is too hard to till Do not operate the tiller until the problem is corrected Moving The Tiller The tiller has transport wheels to allow easy maneuvering to and from the work area There are four holes that the transport wheels can be set at Select the hole that sets the handlebars at a height that provides comfortable tiller maneuvering Do not move the tiller with the engine running Before tilling remove the transport wheels and install the drag bar Drag Bar Installation 1 Make sure the engine is OFF before installing the drag bar 2 Remove the lock pin and the 5 16 x 7 8 inch clevis pin Rem
15. partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deterioration Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration Fuel deterioration problems may occur within a few months or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank The Distributors Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation Adding fuel stabilizer to extend fuel storage life You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose or you can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor When adding a fuel stabilizer fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline If only partially filled air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline Add fuel stabilizer following the manufacturer s instructions After adding a fuel stabilizer run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor FG100 TILLER TRANSPORTING STORAGE Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Drain the fuel from the fuel tank to a suitable container see page 26 Start the engine see page 13 and allow it to run until the engine stops AA WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handl
16. plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head 7 Attach the spark plug cap 22 FG100 TILLER Spark Arrester Service The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Allow the muffler to cool before servicing the spark arrester 1 Remove the four 5 x 18 mm bolts from the recoil starter and remove the recoil starter 2 Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug Pull the spark plug wire and the ignition switch wire out of the retainers in the top cover 3 Remove the two 5 x 22 mm bolts from the top cover and remove the top cover 4 Remove the three 5 mm screws from the muffler cover and remove the muffler cover 5 Remove the special screw from the exhaust deflector and remove the exhaust deflector 6 Remove the special screw from the spark arrester and remove the spark arrester 7 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen Be careful to avoid damaging the screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged 8 Install the spark arrester muffler cover top cover and recoil starter in the reverse order of disassembly SPARK ARRESTER SPECIAL SCREW EXHAUST DEFLECTOR FG10
17. speed at which the tiller tines begin to turn Standard idle speed 3 100 200 rpm 24 1 8 1 16 in 3 5 mm ADJUSTER THROTTLE STOP SCREW FG100 TILLER FUEL SYSTEM Refueling Fuel Tank Capacity 0 75 US qt 1 5 US pt 0 7 Check the fuel level by looking through the translucent fuel tank If the fuel level is low refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped If the engine has been running allow it to cool first To refuel set the tiller on level ground Remove the fuel tank cap and fill the tank with gasoline to the bottom of the filler neck Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Do not overfill There should not be fuel in the filler neck After refueling tighten the fuel tank cap securely A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flames away Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately Never refuel the engine inside a building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights barbecues electric appliances power tools etc Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard it causes environmental damage Wipe up spills immediately Move at least 10 feet 3 meters away from the fueling source and site before starting the engine Fuel can damage paint and plastic Be careful not to spill fuel wh
18. the engine block just below the air cleaner cover Take the eyelet end of the green wire and secure it the engine block with the screw 17 Plug the male connector end of the black wire to the female connector hanging below the air cleaner cover 32 THROTTLE LEVER CABLE THROTTLE SOCKET CABLE HOUSING THROTTLE CABLE HOUSING Release the throttle cable housing into the throttle lever cable socket THROTTLE LEVER CABLE SOCKET BLACK WIRE AIR CLEANER FEMALE VER SMALL SCREW CONNECTOR 00060 ENE TT CONNECTOR GREEN WIR lt gt EYELET TERMINAL FG100 TILLER 18 Secure the throttle cable and engine switch wire harness to the upper handle and right lower handle using the two tie straps as shown 19 Tip the tiller on its carrying handle on a level surface as shown 20 Remove the oil filler cap dipstick 21 Slowly add the recommended oil see page 20 to the bottom edge of the oil fill hole Do not overfill as the engine oil tank capacity is small Engine oil capacity 0 11 US qt 3 4 fl oz 0 1 Running the engine with too little or too much oil can cause engine damage 22 Screw in the oil filler cap dipstick securely Before using the tiller all operators of the tiller must read the following sections FG100 TILLER ASSEMBLY OIL FILLER OIL FILL CAP DIPSTICK HOLE CARRYING HANDLE 33 TRANSPORTING STORAGE TRANSPORTING Before Loading
19. up or restrain long hair Turn Engine Off When Not Tilling If you need to leave the tiller for any reason even just to inspect the area ahead always stop the engine 4 FG100 TILLER SAFETY ATTACHMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS Do not make any modifications to your tiller Modifying your tiller or installing non Honda attachments can make your tiller unsafe If you need attachments for your tiller use only genuine Honda attachments These products have been designed for your tiller and are covered by warranty Non Honda attachments are usually designed for universal applications Although aftermarket attachments may fit on your tiller they may not meet factory specifications and could make your tiller unsafe IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS As an employer you have special responsibilities to the people who work for you Before you ask anyone to operate this tiller you need to determine whether the person is old enough large enough and strong enough to safely handle and control the tiller If you decide they are make sure the employee reads and understands all instructions and warnings in this manual and on the labels before operating the tiller Allow adequate time for hands on training by a qualified instructor and personally supervise practice sessions until you feel sure the employee is ready to operate the tiller Also be sure employees wear proper clothing and have eye protection and any other gear that may be required by
20. 0 TILLER SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS RECOIL STARTER IGNITION SWITCH WIRE RETAINERS 5 x 22 mm BOLT 2 5 mm SCREW 3 MUFFLER COVER SPECIAL SCREW 23 MAINTENANCE 8 ADJUSTMENTS Cooling Fin Inspection Inspect the engine cooling fins Clean out any dirt and debris if the air flow is obstructed from flowing across the cooling fins If itis necessary to remove the top cover for better access to the cooling fins follow the disassembly steps 1 through 3 on page 23 Throttle Cable Inspection Verify that the throttle trigger operates smoothly and the throttle cable is undamaged If there is visible damage or if the throttle trigger does not operate smoothly have your Honda servicing dealer replace the throttle cable Check the free play at the end of the throttle lever Free play should be 1 8 1 16 inch 3 5 mm If adjustment is needed use the following cable adjustment procedure Throttle Cable Adjustment 1 Loosen the lock nuts with a 10 mm wrench and move the adjuster in or out as required Throttle Lever Free Play 1 8 1 16 inch 3 5 mm 2 Tighten the lock nuts and recheck throttle lever free play Idle Speed Adjustment 1 Verify that throttle lever free play is 1 8 1 16 inch 3 5 mm 2 Start the engine outdoors and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature 3 Turn the throttle stop screw to obtain a stable idle below the
21. 6 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Check your tiller as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual If the fuel was drained during storage preparation fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time causing hard starting If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation the engine will smoke briefly at startup This is normal FG100 TILLER TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS STARTING PROBLEMS Engine Will Not Start Possible Cause Correction Engine switch OFF Turn engine switch ON Check control positions Choke lever not in CHOKE N Move choke lever to CHOKE N position cold engine position Out of fuel Add fuel Check fuel Bad fuel tiller stored without treating or Drain fuel tank Refuel with fresh draining gasoline refueled with bad gasoline gasoline Check spaik piii Spark plug faulty fouled or has Clean gap or replace the spark plug incorrect gap Take tiller to an authorized Honda Fuel filter restricted carburetor Replace or repair faulty components servicing dealer or refer to shop malfunction ignition malfunction as needed manual valves stuck etc ENGINE OPERATING PROBLEMS Low Power or Engine speed Possible Cause Correction Won t Increase Check air filter Filter dirty or res
22. ASSEMBLY TILLER ASSEMBLY 1 Install the wheel spacers on the wheel support 2 Install the wheels on the wheel support 3 Retain each wheel to the wheel support with a wheel washer and lock pin 4 Install the wheel assembly to the bracket assembly using the clevis pin and a lock pin Set the wheel height in the second hole from the top as shown After the assembly is completed select one of the four holes that provides the most comfort when transporting the tiller see page 12 5 Install the left and and right lower handles to the transmission engine mount with the two 1 4 20 x 4 1 2 inch bolts four curved washers and two 1 4 inch locking nuts Do not tighten the mounting bolts at this time The left and right lower handles are identified by the different lengths from the end of the pipe to the mounting bolt hole as shown 30 SPACER WHEEL 2 LOCK PIN 1 in 25 mm 1 4 20 x 4 1 2 A TRANSMISSIG N ENGINE RIGHT CURVED 1 4 inch FG100 TILLER 1 4 20 x 2 inch FLANGE BOLT RIGHT GRIP LOWER CURVED WASHER HANDLE 2 Sik CG z PIPE PLUG 1 4 inch LOCKING NUT LEFT LOWER HANDLE GRIP UPPER HANDLE HANDLEBAR KNOB 2 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 in HANDLEBAR BOLT 2 THROTTLE CABLE ENGINE SWITCH HARNESS THROTTLE LEVER SLOTTED HOLE THROTTLE CABLE THROTTLE CYLINDER CABLE FG100 TILLER ASS
23. EBARS TIE TIE HERE HERE Water on a hot engine can cause damage 11 the engine has been running allow it to cool for at least 1 2 hour before washing If using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment to clean the tiller be careful to avoid getting water into controls and cables or anywhere near the engine air cleaner or muffler opening After washing the tiller wipe dry all accessible surfaces Start the engine outdoors and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine Stop the engine and allow it to cool After the tiller is clean and dry touch up any damaged paint and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil Lubricate the throttle cable core with a silicone spray lubricant FG100 TILLER Fuel Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage Old gasoline will cause hard starting and it leaves 0410 deposits that restrict the fuel system If the gasoline in your tiller deteriorates during storage you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend storage temperatures and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled The air in a
24. EMBLY 6 Install the grip on the right lower handle Apply a small mount of dish soap to the right handle pipe to ease the installation of the grip 7 Install the pipe plug into the left lower handle 8 Secure the left and right lower handles using the 1 4 20 x 2 inch flange bolt two curved washers and a 1 4 inch locking nut 9 Securely tighten the hardware to complete the installation of the left and right handles to the tiller Use a torque wrench and finish tightening the hardware to 8 ft lb 10 8 Nem 10 Install the upper handle to the lower handles using the two 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 inch curved head bolts two curved washers and the two handlebar knobs Make sure the throttle cable and engine switch harness are on the outside of the upper and lower handlebars 11 Install the grips on the upper handle Use a small amount of liquid dish soap on the upper handle pipe to ease grip installation 12 Lift the throttle lever towards the handlebar to expose the slotted hole 13 Take the cylinder end of the throttle cable and insert it in the throttle lever slotted hole 31 ASSEMBLY 14 Release the throttle lever Swing the cable up as shown Pull on the throttle cable sheave so the ferrule end can fit into the throttle lever cable socket 15 Release the throttle cable into the throttle lever cable socket Squeeze the throttle lever several times to make sure it operates smoothly 16 Remove the small screw from
25. FICALLY NOT WARRANTED AGAINST DAMAGE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ABRASIVE DAMAGE Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties AMERICAN HONDA DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF TIME OR USE OF THE PRODUCT TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL LOSS OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 40 FG100 TILLER TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Accessories Replacement Parts and Apparel Warranty PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS LENGTH OF WARRANTY WARRANTY from date of original retail purchase Noncommercial Nonrental Commercial Rental Accessories 24 months 3 months Replacement Parts 6 months 3 months Apparel 6 months 3 months To Qualify for this Warranty 1 The accessories replacement parts or apparel must be purchased in the United States Puerto Rico or the U S Virgin Islands from American Honda or a dealer authorized by American Honda to sell those products 2 You must be the first retail purchaser This warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners Wh
26. Idle Speed 3 100 200 rpm Maximum rpm 9 000 200 rpm Exhaust 79 dBA Tiller Model FG100A Description Code FZCV Width x Length x Height 41 5 x 14 x 39 in 1054 x 355 x 990 mm Weight 25 lb 11 3 kg Drive Clutch Centrifugal mechanical Drive Clutch Engagement Speed 3 800 200 rpm Tilling Width 10 in 254 mm Tilling Depth 8 in 203 mm Transmission Drive Worm gear Tine Number 4 4 teeth per tine FG100 TILLER TECHNICAL 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS Record the model and serial number in the boxes below You will need these numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER Frame Serial Number FZCV 0 ee ese ee ee ee Ee ee ee ee ee Ee EE Re ee Engine Serial Number GCAG see ee ee ee ee ee ee HONDA PUBLICATIONS These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your tiller You may order them from your Honda tiller dealer Shop Manual This manual covers complete tiller maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by a skilled technician Parts Listing This parts listing provides a complete illustrated service parts list AVAILABLE OPTIONS Below is a list of available options to enhance productivity and comfort when operating your tiller Aerator Attachment Four 10 tooth 8 12 inch ae
27. NCE MISUSE MISFUELING IMPROPER STORAGE ACCIDENT AND OR COLLISION THE INCORPORATION OF OR ANY USE OF ANY ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS UNSUITABLE ATTACHMENTS OR THE UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION OF ANY PART THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER REPLACEMENT OF EXPENDABLE MAINTENANCE ITEMS MADE IN CONNECTION WITH REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SERVICES AFTER THE ITEMS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT AS LISTED IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THE PRODUCT OWNER S MANUAL SUCH AS SPARK PLUGS AND FILTERS Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO INC DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUCH AS LOSS OF TIME OR THE USE OF THE POWER EQUIPMENT OR ANY COMMERCIAL LOSS DUE TO THE FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY IS APPLICABLE ONLY WHERE THE CALIFORNIA OR U S EPA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY REGULATION IS IN EFFECT Emission Control System Warranty Parts SYSTEMS COVERED PARTS BY THIS WARRANTY DESCRIPTION Fuel Metering Carburetor assembly Fuel injection pump Fuel injection nozzle Fuel regulator Exhaust System Catalyst Air Induction Air filter housing Air filter element Crankcase breather tube Ignition Flywheel magneto Ignition pulse generator Ignition control module Ignition coil assembly Spark plug cap Spark plug Miscellaneous Parts Tubing fittings seals gaskets and clamps associ
28. TINE SET D 3 Remove the dust cap The metal dust cap is held on with a set screw Loosen the set screw using a 3 32 inch allen wrench The dust cap should then slide off of the tine shaft 4 Lay the tiller on its left side so that the tine shaft is vertical L Q 5 Remove the air vent screw and fill hole screw DUSTCAR from the transmission 6 Fill the transmission by using a grease gun or grease applicator at the fill hole screw opening Push the gun or applicator against the opening so as to seal the nozzle of the gun or applicator against the casting embossment Apply grease until grease begins to come out of the top air vent hole 7 Reinstall the air vent screw and fill hole screw 8 Reinstall the dust cap and tighten the set screw 9 Place a few drops of oil on tine tine shaft before installing the tines 10 Wear heavy gloves and reinstall the tines in the reverse order of removal 11 Install the lock pin throught the round side of the tine shaft hole a then turn it over b to lock it it in place b FG100 TILLER 27 ASSEMBLY THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER ASSEMBLY Proper assembly is essential to operator safety and the reliability of the machine Any error or oversight made by the person assembling and servicing a unit can easily result in faulty operation damage to the machine or injury to the operator A WARNING Improper assembly can cause an unsafe condition
29. The CLOSED position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold engine The OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after starting and for restarting a warm engine Priming Bulb Pressing the priming bulb pumps fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor This procedure is necessary for starting a cold engine and after refueling an engine that has run out of fuel To ensure that fuel has reached the carburetor press the priming bulb repeatedly until fuel can be seen in the clear plastic fuel return tube ENGINE SWITCH THROTTLE LEVER HANDLE BAR ADJUSTMENT 2 positions PRIMER FUEL RETURN TUBE clear plastic CHOKE LEVER FG100 TILLER CONTROLS Transport Wheels The transport wheels are used to move the tiller around Before tilling the transport wheels must be removed and the drag bar installed in their place Carrying Handle The carrying handle rubber grip is used to hold the tiller when starting the engine The carrying handle can be used to load unload the tiller and to assist in certain engine maintenance procedures Recoil Starter Grip Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the engine for starting Drag Bar The drag bar is used to control the forward action of the turning tiller tines The drag bar can be adjusted to control the tilling depth of the tines FG100 TILLER CARRYING
30. amage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates mentioned above are not covered under warranty Carburetor Modifications for High Altitude Operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be too rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor If you always operate your tiller at altitudes above 5 000 feet 1 500 meters have your servicing dealer perform this carburetor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 1 000 foot 300 meter increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made NOTICE AA has been modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 5 000 feet 1 500 meters with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications FG100 TILLER 45 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nit
31. antage from the tiller hold the tiller at this angle while you are tilling the ground HANDLEBARS THROTTLE DRAG BAF 6 8 Handling Tips If the tiller tends to move forward rapidly push down on the handlebars to allow the drag bar to penetrate the soil and slow the forward motion of the tiller Continue to press down until the tiller tines have dug to a desired depth that allows easy tiller handling If the tines dig in but the tiller will not move forward ease up on the handlebars and move the handlebars from side to side If the tiller still digs in but will not move forward raise the drag bar up a hole When turning push down on the handlebars to bring the tiller s weight to the rear this will make turning easier 14 FG100 TILLER Tilling In Rocky Soil If you are tilling in stony or rocky soil and experience continual rock jams between tines set the tiller tines in the rocky soil pattern to help alleviate the problem 1 Stop the enginel see page 13 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire see page 22 3 Tip the tiller forward on the carrying handle as shown 4 Remove the lock pins from the left and right tine shafts by turning them UP a and pulling them OUT b 5 Clean the tine shafts 6 Wearing heavy gloves remove the tines Note that the tine sets are stamped A B C and D just inside the raised inner
32. at American Honda will Repair or Replace Under Warranty American Honda will repair or replace at its option any power equipment accessories replacement parts or apparel that are proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable warranty time period Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property of American Honda Motor Company Inc All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the original product and any warranty on those parts will expire coincident with the original product warranty Accessories and replacement parts installed by a dealer who is authorized by American Honda to sell them will be repaired or replaced under warranty without charge for parts or labor If installed by anyone else accessories and replacement parts will be repaired or replaced under warranty without charge for parts but any labor charges will be the responsibility of the purchaser Apparel will be repaired or replaced under warranty without any charge To Obtain Warranty Service You must take the Honda Power Equipment accessory replacement part apparel or the power equipment on which the accessory or replacement part is installed and proof of purchase at your expense to any Honda Power Equipment dealer in the United States Puerto Rico or the U S Virgin Islands who is authorized to service that product during the dealer s normal business hours If you are unable to obtain warranty service or a
33. ated with these listed systems Covered up to the first required replacement only See the Maintenance Schedule on page 18 FG100 TILLER 43 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Manual en Espa ol Una versi n de este manual en Espa ol esta disponible Favor de ponerse en contacto con el departamento de relaci nes al cliente a la direcci n o tel fono listado abajo WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer any question you may have If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Almost all problems are solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write to American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relations Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth GA 30096 2565 Or telephone 770 497 6400 weekdays 8 30 a m 5 00 p m EST When you call or write please provide us the following information e Model and serial numbers tiller and power unit Name of the dealer who sold you the tiller e Name and address of the dealer who services your tiller e Date of purchase e Your name address and telephone number e lt A detailed description of the pr
34. d and understand this owner s manual Avoid Rotating Tines The rotating tines can cause injury Keep away from the tine shield whenever the engine is running 11 you need to adjust the tines or work around the tines for any reason always stop the engine Disconnect the spark plug cap if you need to clean or handle the tines Clear Tilling Area The tiller tines can throw rocks and other objects with enough force to cause injury Before tilling carefully inspect the area and remove all large debris Keep Shields in Place Guards and shields are designed to protect you from being hit by thrown objects and from hot engine parts and moving components For your safety and the safety of others keep all shields in place when operating the tiller Refuel with Care Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Refuel only outdoors in a well ventilated area with the engine off Never smoke near gasoline and keep other flames and sparks away Always store gasoline in an approved container Wear Protective Clothing Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury Long pants and eye protection reduce the risk of injuries from thrown objects Sturdy shoes with aggressive soles will help protect your feet and give you better traction on slopes or uneven ground Clothing worn by the operator should be fairly tight and belted Loose clothing should not be permitted because of the danger of getting into moving parts Tie
35. determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part your claim for repair of your engine may be denied If the part in question 16 not related to the reason your engine requires repair your claim will not be denied 42 FG100 TILLER TECHNICAL 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION To Obtain Warranty Service You must take your Honda Power Equipment engine or the product on which it is installed along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date at your expense to any Honda Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by American Honda Motor Co Inc to sell and service that Honda product during his normal business hours Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused solely by defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the engine was not properly maintained and used If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you received contact the owner of the dealership involved Normally this should resolve your problem However if you require further assistance write or call the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc Refer td page 44 for contact information Exclusions FAILURES OTHER THAN THOSE RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS OR PARTS WHICH ARE AFFECTED OR DAMAGED BY OWNER ABUSE NEGLECT IMPROPER MAINTENA
36. e air filter with the air filter base as shown Reinstall the air filter by locating the five air cleaner base pegs into the five air filter holes Slide the air filter over the pegs until it is flush with the air cleaner base An improperly installed air filter will allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear Make sure the air filter is properly installed and flush with the air cleaner base before installing the air cleaner cover 5 Reinstall the air cleaner cover by hooking the retaining tabs and snapping the latch tab into place 20 20 30 AIR CLEANER LATCH TAB 0 20 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 C AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AIR CLEANER BASE LOCATING PEGS 5 CLEANER COVER RETAINING TABS CLEANER COVER AIR FILTER LOCATING HOLES 5 LATCH TAB FG100 TILLER Air Filter Cleaning A dirty air filter restricts air flow to the carburetor reducing engine performance If you operate the engine in very dusty areas clean the air filter after each refueling 1 2 5 Remove the air filter see page 20 Clean the air filter in warm soapy water rinse and allow to dry thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow to dry Dip the air filter in clean engine oil then squeeze out all excess oil The engine will smoke when started if too much oil is left in the air filter Operating the engine with a dry air filter will allow dust to enter causin
37. en filling your fuel tank Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under warranty FG100 TILLER MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS FUEL TANK CAP FILLER NECK D wi oe GENE MAXIMUM FUEL LEVEL FUEL TANK Fuel Recommendations Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Occasionally you may hear a light spark knock or pinging metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda servicing dealer Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse and the Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse 25 MAINTENANCE 8 ADJUSTMENTS Fuel Tube Inspection Check the fuel supply and return tubes and replace any tube that is damaged cracked or leaking Refer to the Honda shop manual for tube replacement instructions or take the tiller to a Honda servicing dealer FUEL RETURN
38. g engine damage The air filter must be oiled after cleaning Wipe dirt from the air cleaner base and cover using a moist rag Be careful to prevent dirt from entering the carburetor Reinstall the air filter and air filter cover see FG100 TILLER MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 2 Rinse thoroughly and dry completely ma Pi 21 MAINTENANCE 8 ADJUSTMENTS Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plugs SPARK PLUG C5HSB or CR5HSB NGK U16FS UB or U16FSR UB DENSO Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage SPARK PLUG CAP 1 Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area 2 Remove the spark plug with a 5 8 inch spark plug wrench 3 Inspect the spark plug Replace it if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if you are going to reuse it 4 Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a suitable gauge The gap should be SPARK PLUG WRENCH 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm Correct the gap if necessary by carefully bending the side electrode 0 024 0 028 in 0 60 0 70 mm SIDE ELECTRODE gt f 5 Install the spark plug carefully by hand to avoid cross threading 6 After the spark plug seats tighten with a 5 8 inch spark plug wrench to compress the washer If reinstalling the used spark plug tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats If installing a new spark
39. garettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts 17 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD 3 First Every Every Every Every Every Before Refer to Each month month 3months 6 months year 2 years ge ITEM Perform at every TA or or or or or or ar inoicated interval 10Hrs 10Hrs 25Hrs 50Hrs 100Hrs 200 Hrs heck O 19 e Engine Oil nee Change O O 19 O 20 Air Filter ELE Clean O 1 21 e Spark Plug Check Clean O 21 Throttle Cable Check O 24 Cooling Fins Check O O 24 Spark Arrester Clean O 23 e Fuel Tank Clean O 26 e Fuel Filter Check O 26 Clutch Shoes Check O 2 Idle Speed Check Adjust O 2 24 e Valve Clearance Change Adjust O 2 Check N Bol O uts and ols Retighten if necessary Transmission Grease Check O 27 e Fuel Tubes Check O 2 26 e Emission related items 1 Service after every refueling when used in extreme dusty conditions 2 These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures 3 Log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals 18 FG100 TILLER Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level before each use or every 10 hours if operated continuously Tip the tiller on its carrying handle on a level surface wit
40. h the engine stopped and in an upright position 1 2 3 5 Tip the tiller on its carrying handle as shown Remove the oil filler cap dipstick and wipe it clean Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler opening Check the oil level shown on the dipstick If the oil level is low fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil see page 20 To avoid overfilling or underfilling be sure the engine is in a level position as shown NOTICE Rumning the engine with too little or too much oil can cause engine damage Screw in the oil filler cap dipstick securely Engine Oil Change Drain the used oil while the engine is warm Warm oil drains quickly and completely 1 2 4 Tip the tiller on its carrying handle Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil then remove the oil filler cap dipstick Grasp the tiller as shown and tip it to drain the used oil through the oil filler opening Allow the used oil to drain completely Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment lf you change your own oil please dispose of the used oil properly Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump iton the ground With the engine resting on the carrying handle on a level surface fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil see page 20 Do not overfill Engine
41. il you feel resistance then pull briskly Return the starter grip gently If the choke lever was moved to the CLOSED N position gradually move it to the OPEN position as the engine warms up Allow the engine to warm up for a few minutes after starting the engine cold The tiller tines should not rotate with the engine idling If there is rotation at 1016 adjust the 1016 speed correctly before using the tiller see page 24 Release the throttle lever FG100 TILLER 13 OPERATION TILLER OPERATION 1 2 3 Install the drag bar see page 12 Honda recommends using the drag bar when tilling The tiller can be difficult to control without the drag bar installed Adjust the handlebar to a comfortable position see page 12 waist height for normal tilling operation Set the tilling depth by moving the drag bar up or down see page 12 The ideal height of the drag bar will depend on the type of soil being tilled and soil conditions at the time of tilling In general however the drag bar should be adjusted so that the tiller 16 tilted slightly backward Start the enginel see page 13 Tilt the tiller back until the tines are off the ground Squeeze the throttle lever to full speed position lever tight against the grip Lower the front of the tiller until the tines begin to dig into the ground Lower the handle slightly so the front of the tiller is raised about 6 8 To get the maximum adv
42. iller other property or environment We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership When your tiller needs scheduled maintenance keep in mind that your Honda servicing dealer 16 specially trained in servicing Honda tillers Your Honda servicing dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns Left and right sides of this unit are determined from the operator s position standing behind the tiller handlebars facing the direction of forward travel Best Wishes Power Equipment Division American Honda Motor Co Inc FG100 TILLER A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important And using this tiller is an important responsibility To help you make informed decisions about safety we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels in this manual This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Of course it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining a tiller You must use your own good judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including e Safety Labels on the tiller e Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol 4 and of the following three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean 44 DANGER You WILL be Ki
43. ing fuel Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flames away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately Engine Oil Change the engine oil see page 19 Carburetor Air Cleaner Clean the air filter see page 21 and move the choke lever to the CLOSED E position Engine Cylinder Remove the spark plug see page 22 Pour a 1 4 tablespoon 1 3 cc of clean engine oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder Reinstall the spark plug Pull the starter rope slowly until resistance 15 felt then return the starter grip gently This closes the valves so moisture cannot enter 35 TRANSPORTING STORAGE STORAGE PRECAUTIONS If your tiller will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition Select a well ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame such as a furnace water heater or clothes dryer Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor or where power tools are operated If possible avoid storage areas with high humidity because that promotes rust and corrosion With the engine and exhaust system cool cover the tiller to keep out dust A hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover A nonporous cover will trap moisture promoting rust and corrosion 3
44. lled or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions 44 WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions 44 CAUTION You CAN BE HURT if you don t follow instructions e Safety Headings such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION e Safety Section such as TILLER SAFETY e Instructions how to use this tiller correctly and safely This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully FG100 TILLER CONTENTS SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 4 ATTACHMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS 5 UNPACKING 0 29 IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS 5 LOOSE PARTS ee ee 29 IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS 5 TILLER ASSEMBLY ee ee ee 30 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ee 6 CONTROLS COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 7 STORAGE esse ie ek ie eek 34 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 8 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED Throttle Lever 2 2 2 2 2 02 8 PROBLEMS Engine Switch o 8 STARTING PROBLEMS EG 37 Handle Bar Adjustment 8 ENGINE OPERATING PROBLEMS 37 Choke Lever 042 8 PrimingBulb 2 8 SPECIFICATIONS Transport Wheels 2 9 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER Carrying Handle 2 2 2 9 INFORMATION Recoil Starter Grip aa 9 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS 39 Drag Bar 9 HONDA PUBLICATIONS 39 39
45. mbly sesse ee ee ee 28 Important Safety Precautions 0 eee 28 Inspection Before Tilling Tiling GER pce errata aia id 11 sae HE EE EE EG 11 L Loose Parte ui EE ee Pe tb 29 48 M Maintenance Air Fiter cita aida 20 ale ie OO 24 Engine lacoste aii ca 19 Fuel System cda 25 lde Speed BE RA ii 24 IMPOR Ce 17 Schedule cion 18 Spark ArresteF ssie AAS AS Ne ek Ad AA ae ta ramon 23 Spark Plus oes ed deen ia 22 Throttle Cable iese ee ee RA RA Re ee ee ee 24 Transmission ia 27 Moving the Tiller ee ees see ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 12 O Oil Engine CANE iii ge ed SE de eg ed ee 19 Ede RE EE EE EE EE aei 19 Recommendations 20 Operating the Tiller oo ees ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 14 ODUONS caricia 39 Oxygenated Fuels ese ese ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 45 P Parts Replacement ee see ee Ee ER ee Ge ee ee 47 Publications iio eee re en hee ate 39 Priming Bulb iss EE ESE ER SE OE NE EG SEGE SE EE 8 amp 13 R Recoil Starteri si ri 9 amp 13 Replacement Parts ee ee ee ee Ee EA ee ee Ge ee ee 47 S Safety is MR N ee OR DE EE Re 4 Attachments and Modifications ees ee ee 5 Important Message To Employers seses 5 Important Message To Parents sees sesse ee ee ee 5 Important Safety Information ese sees see ee ee 4 Safety Label Locations oooooncinnccnnnncnnonccnccncncrncnnrnnnnos 6
46. nual with your youngster Make sure you both understand all instructions and safety information Also be sure your youngster wears sturdy shoes and other protective clothing when operating or handling the tiller SUPERVISION is important Walk behind your youngster during the first few minutes of tilling Even after the youngster is confident do not let them use the tiller without supervision An adult should also be present during refueling and maintenance Be sure the tiller is properly maintained and kept in safe operating condition By always placing safety first your youngster will acquire useful skills and a sense of accomplishment and you ll both get the best results from your tiller FG100 TILLER 5 SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS The labels shown here contain important safety information Please read them carefully These labels are considered permanent parts of your Honda tiller If a label comes off or becomes hard to read immediately contact a Honda tiller servicing dealer for a replacement label 2 Tos E 4 HOT CHAUD 4 DANGER EN HOLD HERE WHEN STARTING 44 WARNING NOTICE TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY o angie e READ THE OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION E Check ail before operation e KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTIONS OF ALL CONTROLS Donorus gestol tlk e KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE AND WORKING e NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNINSTRUCTED ADULTS TO OPERATE MACHINE e SHUT OFF ENGINE
47. nuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual using parts that are certified to EPA standards FG100 TILLER MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task A WARNING Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in the owner s manual Safety Precautions e Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs This will eliminate several potential hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do 50 e Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required e To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep ci
48. oblem 44 FG100 TILLER TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION OXYGENATED FUELS Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels To meet clean air standards some areas of the USA and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions If you use an oxygenated fuel be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement Before using an oxygenated fuel try to confirm the fuel s contents Some states provinces require this information to be posted on the pump The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates ETHANOL ethyl or grain alcohol 10 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE by volume METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol 5 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 5 methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline containing more than 5 methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems It may also damage metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system d
49. operate the tiller A WARNING Improperly maintaining this tiller or failing to correct a problem before operation could cause a malfunction in which you could be seriously injured Always perform a pre operation inspection before each operation and correct any problem Safety Inspection e Look around the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks Wipe up any spills before starting the engine e Replace any damaged parts e Check that all fasteners are in place and secure Tighten as necessary Tiller Tine Inspection e Look for signs of damage to the tilling tines or any accessory installed Replace any tiller tines and parts that are worn out bent cracked chipped or damaged in any way e Make sure the tiller accessory is properly installed and securely fastened see accessory operators manual e Check that the debris shield is securely installed and in good condition Maintenance Inspection Check the oil level see page 19 Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage Check the air filter see page 20 A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor reducing engine and tiller performance Check throttle operation see page 24 The throttle must operate smoothly for good throttle control Check the fuel level see page 25 Starting with a full tank will help to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling FG100 TILLER 11 OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before
50. ou This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state FG100 TILLER 41 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION Emission Control System Warranty Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with both the U S EPA and State of California emission regulations American Honda provides the same emission warranty coverage for engines sold in all 50 states Your Warranty Rights And Obligations California The California Air Resources Board and American Honda Motor Co Inc are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your Honda Power Equipment engine In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Other States In other areas of the United States your engine must be designed built and equipped to meet the U S EPA Phase Emission standard for spark ignited engines at or below 19 kilowatts All States American Honda Motor Co Inc must warrant the emission control system on your power equipment engine for the period of time listed on the following page provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your power equipment engine Where a warrantable condition exists American Honda Motor Co Inc will repair your power equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor Your emission control system may include such
51. ove the wheel assembly 3 Install the drag bar with the pointed edge of the drag bar towards the tiller tines using the 5 16 x 7 8 inch clevis pin and lock pin 4 When your tilling job is completed reinstall the transport wheels in the reverse order of removal Handlebar Adjustment To adjust the handlebar height remove the two handlebar knobs 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 inch handlebar bolts and curved washers Move the upper handlebar hole to align with either the upper or lower holes in the lower handlebar assembly 12 LOCK PIN 55 DRAG BA 5 16 x 7 8 in CLEVIS TRANSPORT TRANSPOR CURVED HANDLEBAR 5 16 18 X 1 1 2 in LOWER HANDLEBA jr FG100 TILLER Starting The Engine 1 Stopping The Engine 1 2 Move the engine switch to the OFF position OPERATION Move the engine switch to the ON position ENGINE To start a cold engine move the choke lever to the CLOSED N position CARRYING To restart a warm engine leave the choke lever in the OPEN position To start a cold engine or after refueling an engine that has run out of fuel press the priming bulb repeatedly until fuel can be seen in the clear plastic fuel return tube To restart a warm engine it is not necessary to press the priming bulb Place your left hand on the carrying handle rubber grip and hold it firmly Make sure your feet are away from the tiller tines With your right hand pull the starter grip lightly unt
52. parts as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system and catalytic converter Also included may be hoses connectors and other emission related assemblies Manufacturer s Warranty Coverage The 1995 and later power equipment engines are warranted for two years If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by American Honda Motor Co Inc Owner s Warranty Responsibility As the power equipment engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual American Honda Motor Co Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your power equipment engine but American Honda Motor Co Inc cannot deny warranty coverage solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the power equipment engine owner you should however be aware that American Honda Motor Co Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your power equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to a Honda Power Equipment dealer as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should write or call the Honda Powe
53. r Equipment Customer Relations Department Refer ab contact information Warranty Coverage Honda Power Equipment engines manufactured after January 1 1995 and sold in the State of California and U S EPA certified engines manufactured on or after September 1 1996 and sold in all of the United States are covered by this warranty for a period of two years from the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser This warranty 16 transferable to each subsequent purchaser for the duration of the warranty period Warranty repairs will be made without charge for diagnosis parts or labor All defective parts replaced under this warranty become the property of American Honda Motor Co Inc A list of warranted parts is on the reverse side of this warranty statement Normal maintenance items such as spark plugs and filters that are on the warranted parts list are warranted up to their required replacement interval only American Honda Motor Co Inc is also liable for damages to other engine components caused by a failure of any warranted part during the warranty period Only Honda approved replacement parts may be used in the performance of any warranty repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner The use of replacement parts not equivalent to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of your engine emission control system If such a replacement part is used in the repair or maintenance of your engine and an authorized Honda dealer
54. r Index the less pollution The durability description is intended to provide you with information relating to the engines emission durability period The descriptive term indicates the useful life period for the engine s emission control system See your Emission Control System Warranty for additional information see page 42 Descriptive Term Applicable to Emissions Durability Period 50 hours 0 65 cc 125 hours greater than 65 cc 125 hours 0 65 cc 250 hours greater than 65 cc Moderate Intermediate 300 hours 0 65 cc Extended 500 hours greater than 65 cc The Air Index Information hang tag label must remain on the mini tiller until it is sold Remove the hang tag label before operating the tiller REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement parts may be purchased from authorized servicing Honda tiller dealer Description Part Number Notes Air filter 17211 ZM3 800 Spak ping NGK 98056 55777 DENSO 98056 55757 Engine oil 08209 10W30 Tine A 72466 V06 003 Tine B 72465 V06 003 Tine C 72461 V06 003 Tine D 72462 V06 003 Silicone spray 08209 0001 Lubricates throttle cable core Fuel stabilizer 08732 0001 For long term storage oa ould pant 08707 NH105 For handlebar only FG100 TILLER 47 INDEX A Assembly iaa tia aio 28 O RE OE ARE 20 eN ni 21 INSPECTION AO EE EE IE N N 20 B Before 006 181017 1
55. rating tines of heavy gauge tempered steel that makes hundreds of cuts in the soil allowing water air and proper nutrients to grass roots Border Edger Attachment A 10 tooth 8 1 2 inch edger tine of heavy gauge tempered steel blade that neatly edges your garden patio walkways driveways and flower beds De Thatcher Attachment Two de thatching assemblies containing 3 gangs of 12 spring steel combing fingers cleanly de thatches your lawn for healthier turf Digging Tines Attachment Four digging tines which are designed to cut through sod and hard compacted soil or grass covered areas FG100 TILLER 39 TECHNICAL amp CONSUMER INFORMATION WARRANTY Distributors Limited Warranty PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS LENGTH OF WARRANTY WARRANTY from date of original retail purchase Noncommercial Nonrental Commercial Rental FG100 Tillers 24 months 3 months To Qualify for this Warranty The product must be purchased in the United States Puerto Rico or the U S Virgin Islands from American Honda or a dealer authorized by American Honda to sell those products This warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the applicable warranty time period What American Honda will Repair or Replace Under Warranty American Honda will repair or replace at its option any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable warranty time period Warran
56. re dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive take the following steps First contact the owner of the dealership involved normally this will resolve the problem However if you should require further assistance write or call the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc Refer topage 44 for contact information Exclusions THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO ACCESSORIES PARTS OR APPAREL AFFECTED OR DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT AND OR COLLISION NORMAL WEAR USE IN AN APPLICATION FOR WHICH THE PRODUCT WAS NOT DESIGNED OR ANY OTHER MISUSE NEGLECT INCORPORATION OR USE OF UNSUITABLE ATTACHMENTS OR PARTS UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR ANY CAUSES OTHER THAN DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT TILLER TINES ARE SPECIFICALLY NOT WARRANTED AGAINST DAMAGE INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ABRASIVE DAMAGE Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties AMERICAN HONDA DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF TIME OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR THE POWER EQUIPMENT ON WHICH THE PRODUCT IS INSTALLED TRANSPORTATION COMMERCIAL LOSS OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to y
57. reduce the possibility of a fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline or batteries Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep all cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts 28 FG100 TILLER UNPACKING 1 Carefully remove the tiller and loose parts from the carton 2 Remove the loose parts bag Compare the loose parts with the inventory list below Tools Required Phillips screwdriver 7 16 inch wrench 2 and 3 8 inch wrench LOOSE PARTS Check all loose parts against the following list Contact your your dealer if any of the loose parts shown below are not included with your tiller ASSEMBLY Ref No Description Qty Ref No Description Qty 1 Upper Handle 1 11 Lock Pin 3 2 Lower Handle Right 1 12 Clevis Pin 1 3 Lower Handle Left 1 13 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Handlebar Bolt 2 4 Grip 2 14 1 4 inch Curved Washer 8 5 Wheel Support 1 15 1 4 inch Locking Nut 3 6 Wheel 2 16 Tie Strap 2 T Knob Handlebar 2 17 1 4 20 x 2 inch Flange Bolt 1 8 1 4 20 x 4 1 2 inch Bolt 2 18 Pipe Plug 1 9 Wheel Washer 2 19 Tine Spacer 2 10 Wheel Spacer 2 20 Drag Bar 1 The tine spacers item 20 are installed for narrow cultivating see page 16 The drag bar item 21 is installed in place of the wheel assembly prior to tillingl see page 9 0 a 9 17 18 19 20 FG100 TILLER 29
58. rogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because under certain conditions they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way but it is toxic Honda utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons The U S and California Clean Air Acts EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards Tampering and Altering Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase emissions beyond the legal limit Among those acts that constitute tampering are e Removal or alteration of any part of the intake fuel or exhaust systems Altering or defeating the governor linkage or speed adjusting mechanism to cause the engine to operate outside its design parameters Problems that may Affect Emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer Hard starting or stalling after starting Rough idle e Misfiring or backfiring under load Afterburning backfiring e Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption
59. shaft Repeat this procedure for the other side Secure the spacer with the lock pin in the outer hole SPACER 2 lt 16 FG100 TILLER SERVICING YOUR HONDA TILLER THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance 16 essential for safe economical and trouble free operation It will also help reduce air pollution A WARNING Improperly maintaining this tiller or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual To help you properly care for your tiller the following pages include a maintenance schedule routine inspection procedures and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools Other service tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your tiller under severe conditions such as sustained high load or high temperature operation or use it in unusually wet or dusty conditions consult your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Remember that your servicing dealer knows your tiller best and 16 fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new ge
60. that can lead to serious injury or death Follow the procedures and precautions in the assembly instructions carefully Some of the most important safety precautions are given below However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing this assembly Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task A WARNING Failure to properly follow instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Follow the procedures and precautions in this manual carefully IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS e Make sure you have a clear understanding of all basic shop safety practices and that you are wearing appropriate clothing and safety equipment When performing this assembly be especially careful of the following O Read the instructions before you begin and be sure you have the tools and skills required to perform the tasks safely e Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs This will help eliminate several potential hazards O Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you run the engine O Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching O Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless the instruction tells you to do so Even then keep your hands fingers and clothing away Do not run the engine when any protective guard or shield is removed e To
61. tricted Check clean or replace air filter Check fuel filter Filter dirty or restricted Replace fuel filter Check throttle cable Out of adjustment broken or bent Adjust cable or replace if necessary Tiller tines or attachment won t stop turning when throttle is at Possible Cause Correction SLOW position Check throttle control and cable Fault in throttle control or cable throttle Check throttle control parts adjust or cable out of adjustment or bent replace cable if necessary Check clutch Clutch springs worn or clutch system Replace clutch springs or replace or faulty repair other clutch system parts FG100 TILLER 37 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Engine Description Code GCAG Engine Type GX31 Displacement 1 89 cu in 31 cc Bore 8 Stroke 1 54 x 1 02 39 17 x 25 91 mm Max Power 7 000 rpm 1 5 hp 1 1 kW Max Torque 4 500 rpm 1 23 ft lbs 1 64 Nem Ignition System Transistorized magneto Spark Plugs NGK C5HSB CR5HSB ND U16FS UM U16FSR UB Starting System Recoil Fuel Unleaded gasoline 86 octane or higher Fuel Tank Capacity 23 7 fl oz 7 1 Fuel Consumption 13 gal per hour 5 per hour Lubrication System Crankcase pressure driven Oil Capacity 11 US quart 3 38 fl oz 0 1 0 Carburetor Type Diaphragm type overflow return with fuel pump Air Cleaner Single element semi dry
62. ty repairs and replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property of American Honda Motor Company Inc All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the original product and any warranty on those parts will expire coincident with the original product warranty To Obtain Warranty Service You must take the Honda FG100 Tiller and proof of original retail purchase date at your expense to any Honda Power Equipment dealer in the United States Puerto Rico or the U S Virgin Islands who is authorized to service that product during the dealer s normal business hours If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive take the following steps First contact the owner of the dealership involved normally this should resolve the problem However if you should require further assistance write or call the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc Refer td page 44 for contact information Exclusions THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO PARTS AFFECTED OR DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT AND OR COLLISION NORMAL WEAR FUEL CONTAMINATION USE IN AN APPLICATION FOR WHICH THE PRODUCT WAS NOT DESIGNED OR ANY OTHER MISUSE NEGLECT INCORPORATION OR USE OF UNSUITABLE ATTACHMENTS OR PARTS UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION OR ANY CAUSES OTHER THAN DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP OF THE PRODUCT TILLER TINES ARE SPECI
63. ur ears from noise Earmuff style hearing protectors can also protect your ears from thrown objects Hand and Body Protection Wear gloves a long sleeved shirt and long pants made of heavy material Clothing should fit closely but allow freedom of movement and should have no strings straps etc that could catch on brush or the tiller Keep clothing fastened Foot Protection Wear sturdy work boots with good toe protection and nonslip soles 10 FG100 TILLER BEFORE OPERATION IS YOUR WORKING AREA READY Objects thrown by the tiller can cause serious injury Be especially careful when crossing gravel drives walks or roads Before operating the tiller carefully inspect the area and remove all objects that could be thrown by or entangled in the tilling attachment such as rocks broken glass nails wire or string Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light Clear the area of children bystanders and pets Keep all children bystanders and pets at least 50 feet 15 meters away from where the tiller is being operated If anyone approaches you while you are operating the tiller release the throttle lever and stop the engine IS YOUR TILLER READY TO GO For your safety and to maximize the service life of your equipment it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the tiller to check its condition Be sure to take care of any problem you find or have your servicing dealer correct it before you

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