Bolens 12207 Tiller User Manual
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1. The temperature of the muffler and adjacent engine areas may exceed 150 F 65 C Contact may cause burns Avoid these areas Remove the spark plug lead and ground the lead to the engine to prevent accidental starts and fires Failure to do this could cause personal injury If the engine is running poorly or has low power while tilling an adjustment to the carburetor may solve the problem However first inspect and service the spark plug and the air filter before making a carburetor adjustment If the engine continues to run poorly and the fuel mixture is fresh proceed to the following carburetor adjustment instructions This factory engineered instruction is designed to provide con tinued optimum engine operating performance after the engine break in period which is approximately 5 to 10 hours The ad justment when properly performed as described below will not void the engine warranty A common screwdriver is needed If you prefer see an authorized engine dealer for adjustment Prior to Carburetor Adjustment Let engine cool for 30 minutes before continuing From the operator s position behind the handlebars lay the machine down on its left side muffler side Carburetor Adjustment Locate the carburetor idle mixture screw Figure 15 It is directly under the air filter and is black Do Not Adjust The Silver Colored Screw e Turn the idle mixture screw 1 16 of a turn clockwise Return the unit to its2. 5 hours of operation and every twenty five 25 operating hours thereafter If needed use a high quality automotive grade petroleum base grease A WARNING Before tipping engine or equipment to service transmission drain fuel from tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty To check the transmission Stop the engine let it cool and disconnect the spark plug wire before proceeding Place the machine down on its left side so the right end of the tine shaft points up Remove the right side tines see Tine Removal and Installa tion in this Section Figure 14 Transmission lubricant check and fill locations A B C 13 Clean the transmission housing to prevent dirt and debris from entering the transmission Remove the three threaded plugs A B and C Figure 14 from the transmission Lubricant should be visible in the top two holes B and C If so replace all three plugs If lubricant is needed proceed as follows To lubricate the transmission e Place the nozzle of a standard grease gun firmly against the rim of the middle hole B Figure 14 and add grease until it begins to seep from the bottom hole A Reinstall the plug in the bottom hole A Next apply grease to the top fill hole C until it begins to seep from the middle hole B Reinstall the plugs in the middle B and top C holes Before reinstalling the tines use a fine grade sandpaper to clean any rust off the
3. Figure 7 STOPPING AND STARTING THE ENGINE A WARNING Do not squeeze Engine Throttle Lever while starting the engine Tines may propel the machine forward if the engine speed is advanced from idle Failure to comply can result in personal injury or property damage Stopping the Engine To stop the engine move the engine On Off Switch to the OFF position Starting the Engine Move the engine On Off Switch to the ON position Then deter mine which of the next three starting conditions to use Priming When First Time Starting Use this priming method to start a new engine for the first time or after running out of gas or after extended storage Use thumb and forefinger to squeeze the side of the primer bulb that is in line with the light colored rib on the primer body as shown in Figure 6 High Volume Priming Position Squeeze the primer bulb six 6 times This process removes air from the priming system As fuel enters the priming system the priming action will feel more firm OPERATION Priming When Cold Starting Use this priming method to start the engine after it has been sitting or has been in brief storage and has fuel in the tank Use the Standard Volume Priming Position Figure 6 and push in top of primer bulb two 2 times for above 55 F or three 3 times if below 55 F When Warm Starting Do not use the primer to restart the engine after it has been stopped after running still has fuel in the tank
4. stop the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug to avoid accidental starting e Never operate equipment without proper guards plates or other protective safety devices in place Do not run the engine in an enclosed area The exhaust fumes from the engine contain extremely dangerous carbon monoxide gas This gas is colorless odorless tasteless and deadly poisonous e Keep children and pets away Be aware that the equipment may unexpectedly bounce up ward or jump forward if the tines should strike extremely hard packed soil frozen ground or buried obstacles such as large stones roots or stumps If you are in doubt about the tilling conditions always use the following operating precautions to assist you in maintaining control of the equipment a Stand behind the equipment using both hands on the handlebars Relax your arms but use a secure hand grip b Start tilling at shallow depths working gradually deeper with each pass c Clear the tilling area of all large stones roots and other debris d In an emergency stop the tines by releasing the engine throttle lever on the handlebar To stop the engine move the engine On Off switch to OFF Do not overload the machine s capacity by attempting to till too deeply at too fast a rate e Never operate the equipment on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backin
5. 1983648 Bushing Long e eee ee 49 1915054 Edger Tine i00utedeeke ir ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENTS 12575 Power Lawn Rake Attachment Order parts from your local authorized engine dealer Refer to engine nameplate for model type number 19 CUSTOM ER 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 in order to keep the owner informed with informational bulletins and safety literature MAS Model Serial Numbers A Model Number Serial Number decal is located on the handlebar For ready reference record these numbers in the spaces below Model Number Serial Number 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 improvements or discontinue the manufacture of any of our equipment without notice or obligation to purchasers of our equipment A WARNING We urge using only genuine replacement parts which meet all the latest requirements Replacement parts man ufactured by others could present safety hazards even though they may fit on the unit Customer Service and Technical Service If you have questions or problems with the unit contact your local dealer or the factory When callin
6. Do not leave this position while using the engine throttle lever Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Do not carry passengers After striking a foreign object stop the engine let all moving parts come to a complete stop disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug then carefully inspect the machine for damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling e f the machine should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the plug Check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Fix the problem before using the equipment again A LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED SAFETY RULES e Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug whenever you leave the equip ment before unclogging the tines or when making any repairs adjustments or inspections e Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unat tended Always stop the engine Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the plug Before cleaning repairing or inspecting
7. FAX 518 391 7332 Outside the U S A and Canada Customer Service 518 233 4807 Technical Service 518 233 4808 Parts Service 518 233 4806 FAX 518 233 4622 1905617 1 01 Printed in U S A 2001 Garden Way Incorporated
8. Take your time when edging Decide how far away the edge is going to be from the walk or drive then slowly proceed using the walk or drive as your sight line The built in maneuverability of the equipment helps you create a near perfect circle or to easily negotiate a meandering or abruptly changing path M AINTENANCE SERVICE A WARNING Before inspecting cleaning or servicing the machine shut off engine let all moving parts come to a complete stop disconnect REQUIRED MAINTENANCE REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Every Every 25 75 Hours Hours the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug Failure to follow these instructions can result Check Tightness of Bolts and Nuts Clean Engine Cooling System End of Season in personal injury or property damage Check Transmission Lubricant 1 Service Air Filter 2 Note 1 After first five 5 hours of use Note 2 Clean daily when conditions are extremely Inspect Spark Plug 3 dusty or dirty Clean Machine Note 3 Spark plug may be checked annually or every 100 operating hours Clean Engine Exhaust Ports see Factory or authorized Dealer Clean Tine Shaft EQUIPMENT M AINTENANCE Transmission Maintenance The transmission was lubricated with grease at the factory and it should not require any further lubrication However you should check the lubricant level after the first five
9. and has not cooled completely Pull Out Recoil Start Rope After priming the engine if required assume the starting posi tion keeping your feet positioned safely away from the tines See Figure 8 Put one hand on the upper handlebar to stabilize the machine Use the other hand to pull out the recoil start rope slowly until it pulls slightly harder Let rope rewind slowly Then with a quick arm motion pull the rope all the way out up to ten 10 times Let the start rope rewind slowly Allow the engine to warm up for several seconds If engine either fails to start or to continue running push in primer bulb two 2 times Grasp starter rope and pull with a rapid full stroke up to ten 10 times TROUBLESHOOTING Push the primer bulb in two 2 more times Using a rapid full stroke pull out the starting rope up to ten 10 times If engine still does not start wait 15 minutes Do not prime engine further Grasp start rope and pull with a rapid full stroke up to ten 10 times BASIC OPERATION Use your machine for busting sod preparing seedbeds and for cultivating in gardens and flower beds The machine is easy to operate but it is important that you start out slowly and read this Section thoroughly before putting it to use Please remember that tilling depth is determined by soil con ditions the depth adjustment setting engine speed and the amount of pressure applied to the handlebars With experi ence
10. e Remove the inner tine sections and swap their positions the inner right side section goes on the left side of the machine and vice versa Reinstall the two outer tine sections on the sides from which they were removed See Figure 18 Insert the ring lock pins through the rounded side of the tine shafts and snap the rings down over the shafts see DETAIL Figure 4 in the Assembly Section To Replace Worn Tine Sections Prop the machine forward so it rests on the front of the tubu lar carrying handle The work surface should be flat and firm Remove the ring lock pin A Figure 16 from both sides of the unit Remove the old tine sections and replace them with new tine sections Refer to Figure 16 and the tine pattern shown in the Parts List for tine positioning details The tines are ex cessively worn if tilling takes much longer than before and the soil is not being mixed thoroughly Insert the ring lock pins through the rounded side of the tine shafts and snap the ring over the shaft see DETAIL Figure 4 in the Assembly Section Figure 17 Narrow tilling tine configuration Figure 18 Stony soil tine configuration STORAGE e Never store your equipment when there is a fuel mixture in the fuel tank Never place your equipment near any source of sparks or open flame such as from a hot water heater a space heater or clothes dryer Failure to comply can result in serious per
11. fuel oil mix ratio is 24 1 with the use of a NMMA classi fied oil For new engines use twice the normal oil quantity for the first gallon of fuel NOTE Due to differences in fuel and oil availability worldwide Tecumseh recommends a 16 1 mix ratio if NMMA oil is not available Do not mix fuel directly in engine fuel tank Always use a clean safety approved fuel container e To Mix 1 Fill a clean approved container one quarter full with recommended gasoline 2 Add recommended oil to gasoline per FUEL MIXTURE CHART on next page 3 Screw cap on container and shake vigorously Then un screw cap and fill container with gasoline as shown in FUEL MIXTURE CHART Once mixed oil and gasoline will not separate ASSEM BLY FUEL MIXTURE CHART Mixture Ratio is 24 parts gasoline to 1 part two cycle oil U S Measure Metric Measure Gas Oil Petrol Oil 167 ml 333 ml 4 liters 8 liters 1 Gal 5 oz 2 Gal 11 oz Fill Fuel Tank e Engine must be cool Clean area around fuel tank cap and remove cap Insert aclean funnel into the fuel tank e Slowly pour gasoline oil mixture into fuel tank Fill tank no higher than 1 2 from top of tank to allow for gasoline expan sion Install fuel cap and clean up any fuel spills STEP 4 To Make Borders and Edges Install the Edger Attachment To create borders or edges near walks driveways flower beds etc you must remove the four tine sections and install the Edger Attachment thi
12. the factory the unit is set up for general tilling and cultivating This 10 wide tine pattern the maximum tilling width uses all four tine sections arranged as shown in Figure 12 A Narrow Tine Pattern For a narrow 4 1 2 tilling width remove the outside tine section on the left and right sides see B Figure 12 This width is particularly well suited for flower beds The tine removal procedure is explained in the Maintenance Repairs Section Stony Soil Tine Pattern When tilling deeply in stony soil stones may become jammed between the inner tines and the machine hood To minimize jamming swap the positions of the two inner tine sections see C Figure 12 The procedure for doing so is explained in the Maintenance Repairs Section 12 A WARNING Contact with rotating tines will cause serious personal injury Before attempting to remove or clean tines stop the engine let all moving parts stop completely then disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from plug Figure 12 A shows all four tine gangs in standard position B shows two outer gangs removed for narrow tilling C shows the two inner gangs have been swapped for stony tilling conditions Making Border Edges Use the Edger Attachment to make clean sharp edges next to walkways driveways paths planted areas patios etc Refer to page 8 for instructions on attaching this accessory
13. will help you assemble and maintain your machine properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES Product Specifications HORSEPOWER 2 HP DISPLACEMENT 3 0 CU IN FUEL CAPACITY 20 ozs 24 1 gasoline to 2 cycle oil mixture SPARK PLUG GAP 0 030 in Champion RCJ 6Y or equivalent IGNITION Electronic NET ENGINE WEIGHT 7 5 LBS Always replace spark plug with a resistor plug SAFETY RULES ana en 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ttt 4 ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS 5 ASSEMBLY 6 OPERATION i aiina oei ea E AET ai sate 9 MAINTENANCE SERVICE rr 13 STORAGE vs cciassctaccstaiscssancscatscadccssaasacatavsasavanseaenn 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 2 cececeecesecceeeeeeeeeeeersneaners 16 DECALS ror a na a na 16 REPAIR PARTS TRANSMISSION gt 17 REPAIR PARTS GENERAL ASSEMBLY 18 Accessories and Attachments 5 Aerator Attachment 00 0 cece cee eee eee 5 AirGleaner sapri a 14 ASSOMDIV Ada a TAE 6 Borders nia 8 12 Border Edger Attachment cee eee eeee 6 8 CarbUuretor etanolo 14 Gleaningia trisi ata paresi ue opa OEE 15 Control Lever Engine Throttle 0000s eee eee 9 Cultivating se gsc etnies Geen aa iaia sat aa 11 INDEX CONTINUED Decals tui iunet Ta AATA E geen BONY RZ 16 EQGING iet Ee EEEN EERE ESE 12 Engine AIR FITEK zeta na 8G cele Coleen 14 Car
14. Bolens OWNER S MANUAL Tiller Edger SAFETY FIRST Before operating this equipment read this Owner s Manual and the separate manual Safety supplied by the engine manufacturer A Assembly e Operation e Maintenance Service o Parts List Model 12207 GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED SAFETY RULES CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN CAUTION ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT 0 SETTING UP TRANSPORTING ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TRAINING e Read this Owner s Manual and the separate Engine Owner s Manual very carefully before operating this equipment Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the con trols quickly A replacement Manual is available by contacting your authorized dealer or the Factory e Never allow children or untrained adults to use this equip ment Let adults operate the unit only if instructed properly Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Keep bystanders at least 25 feet from the area of operation e Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for acci dents or hazards occurring to other people their property and themselves Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments or accessories Do not run engine in an enclosed area Engine ex
15. EFT and RIGHT sides of the tiller bat are given from the op erator s position behind the handlebars unless noted otherwise FORWARD ACCESSORIES ATTACHM ENTS The following accessories and attachments are available where the Tiller Edger was purchased See your authorized dealer or contact the Factory for details Power Lawn Rake Attachment Model 12575 The Power Lawn Rake will help keep your lawn healthy and vigorous Matted grass and debris not only looks unattractive but stifles lawn growth and overall health This attach ment mounts without tools and features dozens of tempered steel fingers that spring off the surface to penetrate and loosen matted grass without disturb ing root growth An 18 wide swath covers a large lawn area quickly Lawn Aerator Attachment Model 12574 Helps promote healthy dense lawns by aerating and loosening the soil to contribute to better root growth Four tempered steel tines puncture the surface of the lawn letting nutrients more easily reach the roots Assembles without tools When mounted it takes the place of the standard tine sections CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK 1 Border Edger Wheel 1 Short Bushing for Border Edger Parts bag contents not shown full size CO 2 Bushings for Narrow Width Tilling Parts packed separately in carton not shown full size aS 1 Border Edger Tine ASSEM BLY Read thes
16. ING PARTS USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REVERSING OR PULLING THE MACHINE TOWARDS YOU See Back Cover for Customer Service Information WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combus tion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester muf fler meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark ar rester muffler is used it should be maintained in effective work ing order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands This engine is not equipped with a spark arrestor for the muf fler A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized Engine Dealer 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 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Tiller Edger with Edger Attachment It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problems you cannot easily reme dy please contact your nearest authorized dealer or the Factory Please read and retain this Manual The instructions
17. The carrying handle also serves as a tie down anchor point Engine Recoil Start Rope F Fig 5 Use the recoil start rope to start the engine It should be pulled out slowly until resistance is felt then pulled rapidly Always let the rope rewind slowly Engine Throttle Lever G Fig 5 Squeeze this lever to start tine rotation and to vary the tine speed Release the lever to stop all tine motion When starting the engine this lever must not be squeezed Fuel Primer Bulb M Fig 5 Engine Detail Use the fuel primer bulb injects fuel into the carburetor for easi er starting Priming the engine for starting is necessary unless the engine is warm and has fuel in the tank See detailed prim ing instructions in the engine starting instructions IMPORTANT After each squeeze or push on the priming bulb hesitate before repeating This lets fuel move more efficiently by letting air re enter the bulb OPERATION PRE START PREPARATION Before starting the engine perform the following checks and services Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Put the engine On Off switch in the OFF position Check that all wires and cables are properly and securely con nected It is very important that the three plastic cable ties J Figure 5 be positioned as shown The control cables must not be kinked or jammed in the handlebar e Adjust handlebar height to desired position see Assembly Section Check hardware for
18. an be arranged in two other configurations 1 A narrow 41 2 tilling width for smaller areas and 2 A special pattern for stony soil conditions IMPORTANT The ring lock pin A Figure 16 is under spring tension wear gloves to protect your fingers when removing or replacing the ring lock pin Tine Pattern for a Narrow 4 1 2 Wide Tilling Width Prop the machine forward so it rests on the front of the tubu lar carrying handle The work surface should be flat and firm Flip open the ring A Figure 16 on the left side ring lock pin and remove the ring lock pin Remove the outer tine section do not remove inner tine sec tion and mark it as to which side it is from left or right and whether it s an outer or inner tine section M AINTENANCE SERVICE Slide one of the long bushings provided with unit onto the shaft See Figure 17 Insert the ring lock pin through the rounded side of the tine shaft and snap the ring down over the shaft see DETAIL Figure 4 in the Assembly Section Repeat on the opposite side of the machine Tine Pattern for Stony Soil Conditions Prop the machine forward so it rests on the front of the tubu lar carrying handle The work surface should be flat and firm If tilling in stony soil remove the ring lock pin A Figure 16 from both sides of the unit Remove both outer tine sections Mark each section as a left or right side tine and whether it is an inner or outer section
19. buretor inva sel ie kan deter hag ieee hee 14 Cleaning cia tle etek vende bette tae 14 Engine On Off Switch 9 10 Euel MixXtUrei cicoria e AVA 7 Fuel Primer BUD iii eee ead 10 Operatioh su1 real ee Mali 9 Recoil Start Rope 9 Spark Plugi isi dacia a e pete 14 Speed ani siena 9 Starting Engine 10 Stopping Engine 10 Storage e a o aa a aa Alen nr 15 Throttle Lever LL 9 Features Controls ouuu 9 Fuel MiXtU e vec Bowne aoe aa a EEEa aea Gta Ea 7 Fuel Pime Bul ess tornani ine ea TA eh ee eo aE 10 Gasoline Two Cycle Oil 7 Handlebar Height Adjustment LL 7 9 Hardware ea eer ea a ate es 7 Lubrication Peri yi 13 Maintenance cece eee 13 Oil Gasoline Mixture LL 7 Off Season Storage 15 Operation Varie A cS 9 Parts LISE corro aio a 17 19 Power Lawn Rake 0 cece eee eee 5 Preparation miccia kee o oie re 10 Product Specifications 0 0 cece eee 4 Recoil Starter Rope 9 Repair Panen ener rante ala 17 19 Safety Rules LL 2 3 Safety Decals ciclica ie 16 Service Recommendation Checklist 13 Spark PI g nua i eine lai 14 Starter ROPE oie cit linee i a have Y 9 Storage ini e aa 15 TING 11 Tilling Depth Adjustment 2 00 0 cee eee 10 Tilling Widths Li 12 TineRemoval oren eee Tanna ONAR Ree ia 14 Tips Techniques LL 12 Troubleshooting 0 16 Unpacking eeens urai rae Sah Rane eats ae EESE 6 W X Y Z OPERATOR S POSITION References to L
20. ce the Border Edger wheel C on the same shaft the wheel hub should face toward the tiller Insert the ring lock pin through the rounded side of the tine shaft and snap the ring down over the shaft see DETAIL Figure 4 e Slide the long bushing B on the opposite side shaft Then install the Border Edger tine A and secure it with the ring lock pin See the Operation Section for information and full instructions on using the Border Edger Attachment Figure 3 Remove ring lock pins and tines from both sides of the tine shaft Keep left and right side tines separated and marked for easier reinstallation DETAIL Ring Lock Pin This side ger Pes out Figure 4 The Border Edger tine A can be mounted on left or right sides of machine with long bushing B The Border Edger wheel C mounts on the other side with short bushing D OPERATION KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT Know the location and function of all features and controls on the equipment Save this manual for future reference A WARNING Contact with rotating tines or other moving parts will cause serious personal injury Before inspecting or servicing any part of the machine shut off engine let all moving parts come to a complete stop dis connect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug Figure 5 Features and contro
21. d safety glasses when operating this equip ment The operation of any powered machine can result in for eign objects being thrown by high speed rotating parts Do not till near underground electric cables telephone lines pipes or hoses If in doubt contact your utility or telephone company to locate underground services e Handle fuel with care It is highly flammable and has explo sive vapors Take these precautions a Use an approved fuel container b Add fuel before starting the engine Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot Operators shall not smoke Keep matches cigarettes cigars pipes open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container Fill fuel tank outdoors and with extreme caution Never fill fuel tank when indoors Use a funnel or spout to prevent spillage Replace all fuel tank and fuel container caps securely 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 Never make adjustments to your equipment when the engine is running or spark plug wire is connected unless specifically recommended in Owner s Manual p a m o OPERATION The correct operator s position is when you are standing behind the handlebars hands on handlebar grips facing for ward toward the engine
22. e instructions in their entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new equipment The Border Edger Attachment does not need to be installed until you are ready to do edging projects refer to instructions in this Section To ensure safe and proper operation of your machine all parts and hardware you install or adjust must be tightened securely Use the correct tools to ensure proper tightness IMPORTANT The correct mixture of unleaded automotive gaso line and two cycle motor oil a 24 1 ratio of gasoline to two cycle oil must be added to the fuel tank before starting the engine See instructions in this Section UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Inspect your machine immediately If you find or suspect damage to the carton or contents contact your local autho rized dealer or the Factory for assistance e Remove any packing material Check for small parts before discarding the packing material or carton e Perform the assembly on a clean level surface Be careful not to severely bend any of the control cables on the unit Before starting any assembly steps disconnect the engine spark plug wire from the spark plug TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY An adjustable wrench and a slotted head and a Phillips head screwdriver may be needed to tighten any loose hardware ASSEMBLY STEPS STEP 1 Unfold and Adjust Handlebars IMPORTANT Be careful not to pinch any wires or cables while unfolding and adjusting the handlebars e L
23. earing sie naitie peat cea es 1 18 1983638 Ball Bearing c ca 1 19 1107381 Shaft Assembly Incl pressed on worm 20 1983663 gear and two ring lock pins 1 21 1909486 Oil Seal Input LL 1 22 1747166 fe a EC ex Screw 1 4 20 x ive locations identified as A on transmission case 5 en CASSIO Description Qty Hex Screw 1 4 20 x 1 three locations identified as B on transmission case 3 Locknut Nyloc 1 4 20 05 8 Thrust Washer Output 050 A R Thrust Washer Output 040 A R Thrust Washer Input 020 A R Thrust Washer Input 035 A R Thrust Washer sees 2 Flat Washer 1 4 2 0 ccc eee eee eee 2 Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20 X5 2 Clutch Drum and Hub 1 Set Screw 1 4 28 x 3 8 0 eee 4 DUStGOVeri a ili aria 2 Felt Washer cece eee 2 A R As Required 17 REPAIR PARTS Model 12207 Lu 0 lt a o gt o 3 cc a Lu LU N 18 Ref Part 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1918303 1909936 1918221 1917451 1918123 1750608 1731025 1909775 1763682 1918120001 1918121001 1909720 1983663 1107381 1817146 1909487 1918310 1918336 1917249 1917248 1917250 1186292 1186387 1100241 REPAIR PARTS Model 12207 Description Hand Decal
24. ebar Assy Incl Refs 4 amp 5 On Off Ignition Switch Decal Throttle Lever Operation Handlebar Grip PVC Throttle Lever and Cable Pan Hd Screw 10 16 x 1 1 2 Saddle Hd Screw 5 16 18 x 2 Spacer Throttle Lever Plastic Wire Tie Lower Handlebar Left Side Lower Handlebar Right Side Foam Sleeve Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20 x 5 Flat Washer 1 4 20 Hex Locknut 1 4 20 Engine Incl Ref 2 Clutch Rotor and Washer Tine Shield Incl Refs 23 24 25 amp 26 Decal Logo Decal Warning Rotating Tines Decal Warning Hot Surfaces Decal Caution Operation Hazards Hex Hd Screw 10 24 x 1 2 Flange Locknut 10 24 Lock Washer 1 4 20 Ref Part Description 30 1100807 Hex Cap Screw 1 4 20x2 31 1909540 Outer Tine Right Hand Side 32 1909539 Inner Tine Right Hand Side 33 1909712 Outer Tine Left Hand Side 34 1909711 Inner Tine Left Hand Side 35 1909680001 Wheel Bracket sunaa 36 90077 Carriage Bolt LL 37 1909835 KAOB shin 38 1100069 Hex Hd Screw 1 4 20x1 39 1909517001 AXIO ici bee AA ae eek 40 1917754 Wheel spirali aiar 41 9532 ERIN einni oo rei 42 1904321 Ring Lock Pine iii 43 1981022010 Tine Hood Cover 44 1763767 KNODviisacstak Mi os rent 45 1177038 Lock Washer 5 16 000ee EDGER ATTACHMENT 46 1903777 Edger Wheel 47 1903778 Bushing Short 48
25. g condition e Check all nuts bolts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe working condition e Never store equipment with fuel in fuel tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark hot water and space heaters furnaces clothes dryers stoves electric motors etc Allow the engine to cool before storing the equipment Keep the engine free of grass leaves or grease to reduce the chance of a fire hazard e Store gasoline in a cool well ventilated area safely away from any spark or flame producing equipment Store gasoline in an approved container safely away from the reach of children e Never perform maintenance when engine is running or spark plug wire is connected unless instructed to do so e If fuel tank must be drained do so outdoors Follow manufacturer s recommendations for safe loading unloading transport and storage of machine contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING TO AVOID INJURY READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE AND WORKING NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNINSTRUCTED ADULTS TO OPERATE MACHINE SHUT OFF ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE MANUALLY UNCLOGGING TINES OR MAKING REPAIRS KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM MACHINE KEEP AWAY FROM ROTAT
26. g 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 Model Serial Numbers of unit Part number of the part needed Part description Quantity needed NOTE All replacement parts must conform to our rigid quality specifications Although some 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 Yellow Pages under Engines Gaso line The engine is warranted by the engine manufacturer 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 Authorized Dealer Information If you purchased your unit from an authorized dealer record the dealer s address and phone number below for ready reference Dealer Name Address Phone For customer assistance contact your nearest authorized dealer or Garden Way Incorporated 1 Garden Way Troy New York 12180 Customer Service 1 800 437 8686 Technical Service 1 800 520 5520 Parts Service 1 800 648 6776
27. g up Do not operate the equipment on a slope that is too steep for safety When on slopes slow down and make sure you have good footing e Never allow bystanders near the unit e Only use attachments and accessories that are factory approved e Never operate the equipment without good visibility or good light A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product e Never operate the unit if you are tired or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Do not tamper with the engine governor settings on the machine the governor controls the maximum safe operating speed and protects the engine and all other moving parts from damage caused by engine overspeed Authorized service shall be sought if a problem exists Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from operation Allow parts to cool before inspecting cleaning or repairing e Remember you can stop the tines by releasing the engine throttle lever Move the engine On Off switch to OFF to shut the engine off e Never transport this machine when the engine is running e Terminals and non insulated electrical parts shall be protect ed against shorting during normal servicing refueling or lubrication Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine toward you e Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with feet well away from the tines MAINTENANCE STORAGE e Keep the tiller attachments and accessories in safe workin
28. handlebars to prevent the machine from moving forward too quickly and to allow enough time for the tines to dig deeply enough Tilling Patterns When preparing a seedbed go over the same path twice in the first row then overlap one half 1 2 the machine width on each succeeding pass Figure 10 After going up and down the rows in one direction make sec ond passes at aright angle across the original passes Figure 11 Again overlap each pass to thoroughly pulverize the entire seedbed area In very hard ground it may take three 3 or four 4 passes before the desired depth is achieved If your garden is not wide enough to till lengthwise and then crosswise then first overlap by one half 1 2 the machine width followed by successive passes at one quarter 1 4 machine width This overlapping method assures thorough breaking up of the ground Figure 11 Make a second set of passes at a right angle over the first set of passes Figure 10 Use an overlap technique on every pass OPERATION Tips and Techniques Adjust engine speed to suit the tilling conditions Remember that the rotating tines help to pull the machine forward Use slower speeds and a shallow depth setting when learning to use the unit and whenever you are tilling on hard rough or uneven ground e The amount of pressure applied to the handlebars helps to control tilling depth Depending upon soil firmness and tex ture you may have to push down
29. haust con tains carbon monoxide gas a deadly poison that is odorless colorless and tasteless Do not operate this equipment near buildings windows or air conditioning equipment Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing near the rotating tines or near any other moving part The tines begin to rotate forward once the engine is started and the throt tle control lever is squeezed The tines continue to rotate until the operator releases the throttle control lever Before inspecting or servicing any part of the equipment shut off engine make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop then disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and move wire away from the plug Do not operate this equipment if you are under the influence of alcohol medication or when you are tired or ill PREPARATION e Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects e Make sure that the throttle control lever is disengaged and is in the neutral position before you begin to start the engine Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate outer garments Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its engine Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or when wear ing sandals sneakers or similar lightweight footwear Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve foot ing on all surfaces e Wear approve
30. ixture Refer to priming instructions and starting procedure in manual Clean or replace air filters Replace spark plug Move engine On Off Switch to ON Remove inspect clean spark plug Clean or replace dirty air filters Drain old mixture Add fresh mixture Adjust carburetor referring to instruc tions in manual Remove blower housing Remove debris Authorized Engine Dealer Remove wedged object Authorized Engine Dealer OPERATING AND SAFETY DECALS Decals are not shown at full size See Repair Parts pages for reordering information On back of engine near engine On Off switch On top of handlebars On rear left side of tine de Cie A LS On rear right side of tine shield 16 On top left side of tine shield Ref Part 1 1915039 2 1915040 3 1983632 4 1918307 5 1983731 6 1983636 7 1983637 8 1904416 9 1909923 10 1185741 11 1111600 REPAIR PARTS Model 12207 O 2 Ss Ss S U Gi 5 6 17 ET PA 14 15 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY Description Qty Ref Part Transmission Case left side 12 1100069 Incl pressed in bushing 1 Transmission Case right side 13 1817146 Incl pressed in bushing 1 14 1983635 ON SO als ei act ie ali ali 2 15 1983640 Worm Input Shaft Assembly 1 16 1983641 Bearing Input Li 2 17 1983642 Thrust B
31. ls Engine On Off Switch A Fig 5 Engine Detail Move switch to ON prior to starting engine Move switch to OFF to stop the engine Handlebar Height Adjustment B Fig 5 Two height settings plus a storage position are available Refer to STEP 1 Unfold and Adjust Handlebars in the Assembly Section for adjustment instructions Tilling Depth Adjustment Knob C Fig 5 Loosen this knob to allow the wheel bracket K to move up or down on the height adjustment bar L The wheel bracket helps to control the tilling depth Move the bracket down for deeper tilling up for shallower tilling It is recommended that you first use a shallow tilling setting with the wheel bracket in a fairly high position Keep in mind that any adjustment must result in your personal comfort and control IMPORTANT Do not move the wheel bracket any higher than the top of the adjustment bar Adjustable Tine Positions D Fig 5 The four tine sections are assembled at the factory for maxi mum performance under a wide variety of conditions If need ed the two outer tine sections can be removed to permit nar rower tilling or close cultivating and the two inner tine sections can be swapped for tilling in very stony soil For further details refer to Optional Tine Positions in the Operation Section Carrying Handle E Fig 5 When the handlebar is folded in the storage position the unit is perfectly balanced and can be carried by the carrying handle
32. ms the fuel system should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbure tor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See STOR AGE instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur STEP 3 Add a Mixture of Gasoline and Two Cycle Oil to the Fuel Tank A DANGER Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive Keep gasoline away from possible ignition sources Do not smoke while mixing the gasoline and two cycle oil together or when filling the fuel tank Never fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot Failure to follow these precautions could result in the fuel igniting causing personal injury or property damage IMPORTANT Read the separate Engine Owner s Manual before starting the engine Use clean high quality 2 cycle oil NMMA TC WII or TC W3 DO NOT USE MULTI VISCOSITY OIL Use fresh clean unleaded regular unleaded premium or reformulated automotive gasoline only DO NOT USE LEAD ED GASOLINE NOTE Do not use gasoline containing methanol wood alcohol Fuel containing up to 10 ethanol gasohol or up to 15 MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether may be used but requires special care when the engine is not used for extended periods See STORAGE instructions in Engine Owner s Manual for additional information e The
33. normal upright operating position and reconnect the spark plug wire If the engine continues to run poorly please contact an autho rized engine dealer 14 Primer Bulb Primer Line Idle Speed Screw Silver Idle Mixture Screw Black Fuel Line AIA Figure 15 Idle Mixture Screw can be adjusted Spark Plug Inspect the spark plug annually or every 75 operating hours ac cording to the instructions in the separate Engine Owner s Man ual Use a wire feeler gauge to be sure the gap is 030 For re placement use Champion RCJ 6Y or equivalent a resistor spark plug must be used for replacement Cooling System It is important to frequently check and remove grass clippings dirt and other debris that accumulates on the engine cooling fins air intake screen and on levers and linkages This helps to ensure adequate air cooling and correct engine speed TINE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A WARNING Avoid contact with the cutting edges on the tines To avoid personal injury when removing or installing tines wear heavy work gloves The engine must be off all moving parts completely stopped and the spark plug wire discon nected from the spark plug and moved away from the plug The tines will wear with use and they should be replaced if till ing seems to take longer than usual or if the soil is not being mixed as thoroughly Also in addition to the standard 10 till ing width tine configuration the tines c
34. oosen the two handlebar knobs A Figure 1 and unfold the handlebars into the operating position Do not use force if there is binding continue to loosen the knobs e There are two height settings holes in the upper handlebar The unit is shipped with the handlebar knobs in the lowest ASSEM BLY height setting holes If this height is correct for you simply tighten the two handlebar knobs If a higher setting is desired reposition the handlebar knobs mounting screws and washers in the other set of holes e Check the locations of the three plastic ties C Figure 1 The ties must be positioned as shown NOTE There is just one handlebar storage position folded over the engine as originally shipped plastic ties to the locations shown STEP 2 Inspect and Tighten Hardware e Check all nuts bolts and screws on your unit and tighten as needed NOTE Use a 7 16 socket with an extension to check hardware at ends of handlebar IMPORTANT Do not tighten the engine governor screw A Figure 2 This screw is factory adjusted for proper engine operation Figure 2 Do not adjust or tighten the engine governor screw WARNING Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine proble
35. or lift up on the handlebars to achieve the correct tilling depth Set the handlebars at a height which provides maximum con trol at all times The machine should feel comfortable and well balanced If the machine stays and tills in one spot try swinging the handlebars from side to side to start it moving forward again Tilling Depths Do not try to till too deeply in the first pass through sod or very hard ground If the machine jumps or bucks use a shal lower depth setting and reduce the engine speed With each succeeding pass till more deeply Apply downward pressure on the handlebars for shallower till ing Lift the handlebars to dig more deeply e For easier tilling water very hard soil a few days before tilling Avoid soggy or wet soil Wait a day or two after heavy rain for the ground to dry Cultivating e The machine is well suited for cultivating shallow tilling that disrupts weeds and aerates the upper crust of soil e Shallow tilling is very important Do not till deeper than 1 2 to avoid injuring nearby plant roots Cultivate often so that weeds do not grow large and cause needless tangling in the tines With careful planning you can space the seed rows far enough apart to allow sufficient room for the machine to culti vate after the plants have grown Optional Tine Positions Depending upon the tilling project you have a choice of three tine patterns Wide Tine Pattern As shipped from
36. retor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer Let engine cool down after fuel mixture has been used up Clean dirt and debris from engine cooling fins linkage and other engine surfaces Pull starter handle slowly until resistance is felt due to com pression pressure then stop Release starter tension slowly to prevent engine from reversing due to compression pres sure This position will close both the intake and exhaust ports to prevent corrosion of the piston and cylinder bore Remove tines Clean all soil and debris from dust covers and tine shaft Lubricate tine shaft with light oil Replace tines e Cover engine and store equipment in a dry sheltered location Engine does not start Engine runs poorly or has low power under tilling conditions Engine overheats Tines stop rotating TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Spark plug wire disconnected Out of gas two cycle oil fuel mixture Stale fuel mixture Priming procedure not correct Dirty air filter s Worn corroded or broken spark plug Engine On Off Switch in OFF position Fouled spark plug Dirty air filter s Stale fuel mixture Carburetor out of adjustment Engine cooling system clogged Carburetor out of adjustment Object wedged between tines and hood Internal transmission problem Reconnect wire to spark plug Check fuel tank Add fuel mixture Drain old mixture Add fresh m
37. s attachment was supplied with the unit see Page 6 To Install the Edger Attachment A WARNING Contact with rotating tines or other moving parts can cause serious personal injury Before installing or removing attachments or adjusting or servicing the machine stop the engine let all moving parts come to a complete stop disconnect the spark plug wire and move the wire away from the spark plug e Collect the following parts see Figure 4 A Border Edger Tine B Long Bushing C Border Edger Wheel and D Short Bushing Prop the machine carefully on the front of the tubular carrying handle The work surface should be firm and flat NOTE Usually the Border Edger Tine is mounted on the right side of the unit for right handed persons and on the left side of the unit for left handed persons Flip open the ring on the two ring lock pins E Figures 3 and 4 and remove the ring lock pin on each tine shaft IMPORTANT The ring lock pin is under spring tension wear gloves to protect your fingers when removing or replacing the ring lock pin It is important for proper tilling performance that the tine sections be later reinstalled in their original positions There fore mark the position of each tine section Left Outer Left In ner etc before removing them Refer to Figures 3 and 12 for tine position information e Install the short bushing D Figure 4 on the right hand or left hand tine shaft Then pla
38. sonal injury or property damage IMPORTANT It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel filter fuel hose or tank during storage Also experience indi cates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Off Season Storage Procedure Drain the fuel tank of all of the gasoline two cycle oil mixture NOTE Do not use a fuel mixture that is older than one season in order to avoid varnish deposits throughout the fuel system Dispose of the fuel mixture properly Start engine and run until fuel mixture is used up This will prevent poor performance from stale fuel when your equip ment is taken out of storage NOTE If Gasohol has been used complete above instruc tions and then put 1 2 pint of gasoline properly mixed with two cycle oil see Fuel Mixing Chart into fuel tank and repeat above instructions NOTE Fuel stabilizer such as STA BIL is an acceptable alter native in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to the fuel mixture in the fuel tank or the fuel storage container Always follow the mix ratio instruc tions on the stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 min utes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carbu
39. tightness Add the correct fuel mixture see Assembly Section e Adjust the tilling depth as follows a Loosen tilling depth adjustment knob A Fig 7 b Move wheel bracket B Figure 7 up in relation to the height adjustment bar C Moving the bracket upward results in shallower tilling which is recommended for ini tial use IMPORTANT Do not move the wheel bracket any higher than the top of the adjustment bar c Retighten the depth adjustment knob Reconnect the spark plug wire A DANGER Gasoline is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive Follow these safety practices to prevent injury from fire or explosion Never fill fuel tank when the engine is running or when it is still hot from operation Allow the engine and muffler to cool before refueling Do not allow open flames sparks matches or smoking in fueling area Fill fuel tank outdoors in a well ventilated area Wipe up any spills and move tiller away from fumes before starting engine Use only an approved fuel container and lock it safely away from children Store fuel and machine in a well ventilated area Do not store fuel or equipment in an area where fuel vapors could reach an open flame or spark or an ignition source such as hot water heaters furnaces clothes dryers stoves electric motors etc Allow engine to cool before storing machine 10 High Volume Priming Position Figure 6 Fuel primer bulb
40. tine shaft Apply a few drops of oil to the tine shaft to make future tine removal easier Other Lubrication Points Handlebar Adjustment Knobs Spray occasionally with a sili cone type lubricant Engine Throttle Lever Cable Squeeze the lever closed and spray a lubricant such as WD40 into the cable area e Tine Shaft After each use remove the tines clean the tine shaft with sandpaper and apply a light coat of oil to the tine shaft Hardware Before each use check that all hardware is in place and tight ened securely ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine Lubrication The engine is a two cycle engine Lubrication is provided by mixing two cycle oil with unleaded regular gasoline as described in the Assembly Section Attempting to operate the engine on gasoline alone will cause the engine to overheat and seize up M AINTENANCE SERVICE Engine Air Filter It is very important that air filter service be performed accord ing to the maintenance schedule Refer to the separate Engine Owner s Manual for inspection and cleaning instructions IMPORTANT Never run engine without air filter assembly prop erly installed Carburetor Adjustment A WARNING Do not tamper with the engine governor screw which is factory set for the proper engine speed Overspeeding the engine beyond the factory high speed setting can be danger ous and will void the engine warranty Authorized service shall be sought if a problem exists A WARNING
41. you will find the right combinations for a variety of tilling and cultivating applications Generally the machine provides best results when the soil has moderate moisture content and a granular texture Let the machine do most of the work The tines will pull the machine forward letting you adjust forward speed by press ing down or lifting the handlebars TILLING AND CULTIVATING Roll the machine to the work area Adjust the tilling depth to the desired position see Pre Start Preparation on the previous page Start the engine see Stopping and Starting the Engine on the previous page Assume the operator s position behind the handlebars facing forward toward the engine Using the han dlebar tilt the machine backward enough to raise the tines off 11 Figure 9 Assume operator s position once engine starts Figure 8 Starting position the ground Squeeze and release the Engine Throttle Lever the engine should speed up and then return to idle speed At idle the tines should stop rotating or they may rotate very slowly Lowering them back to the ground should stop any rotation NOTE If the tines continue to rotate when the engine is idling either the idle speed is too high or the centrifugal clutch is malfunctioning If this occurs contact the Factory or your local authorized dealer Squeeze the Engine Throttle Lever to start the tines rotating Lower the tines to begin digging Firmly hold the
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