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Tines
Tilling tines are used to cultivate, furrow and prepare your garden for seeding. See
Figure 11.
Oil Fill Cap & Dipstick
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill. See Figure 11.
NOTE: This unit was shipped WITHOUT oil in the engine. Oil is included in the
plastic bag packed with the manual in with the unit. Add the oil as directed
in the Gas & Oil Fill Up section. Check the oil level before each operation to
ensure adequate oil is in the engine. For further instructions, refer to the
steps in the Engine Maintenance section of this manual.
Forward Tine Engagement Lever
The forward tine engagement lever controls the engagement of the tines. Release
the lever to stop the tines. See Figure 11.
Handlebar height adjustment
The handle height may be adjusted. Loosen the knob to change the position.
Tighten hardware when complete. See Figure 11.
Starting the Engine
1.
Attach spark plug wire and rubber boot to spark plug.
2.
Fill tank to no more than 1/2" below bottom of filler neck to provide space
for fuel expansion.
3.
Make sure the tine clutch control is disengaged.
4.
Move the choke lever on the engine to CHOKE
may not require choking.) See Figure 12.
5.
Move throttle control to START/RUN (Rabbit)
position. (A warm engine
STOP
Figure 12
position. See Figure 12.
OPERATION
6.
Standing on the side of the unit, grasp starter handle and pull rope out until
you feel a drag.
7.
Pull the rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm
grip on the starter handle. Let the rope rewind slowly.
8.
Repeat, if necessary, until engine starts. When engine starts,
move choke control gradually toward the RUN
9.
If engine falters, move choke control back toward the CHOKE
and repeat steps 5 though 8.
10.
ALWAYS keep the throttle control in the START/RUN (Rabbit)
when operating the tiller.
Stopping the Engine
1.
To stop the wheels and tines, release the Forward Clutch Bail.
2.
Move throttle control lever to slow (turtle)
possible, gradually reduce engine speed before stopping engine.
3.
Move throttle control lever to STOP
4.
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
accidental starting while the equipment is unattended.
Engaging the Drive & Tines
1.
For forward motion of the wheels and power to the tines pull the Forward
Clutch Bail up against the handlebar.
2.
When tilling, relax and let the wheels pull the machine while the tines dig. Walk
slowly behind the tiller allowing it to move at its own pace while keeping a secure
grip on the handlebar with your elbows flexed.
3.
Release the bail to stop the forward motion of wheels and tines.
Turning the Tiller
1.
Practice turning the tiller in a level, open area. Be very careful to keep your
feet and legs away from the tines.
2.
To begin a turn, lift the handlebars until the tines are out of the ground and
the engine and tines are balanced over the wheels.
3.
With the tiller balanced, push sideways on the handlebar to steer in the
direction of the turn. After turning, slowly lower the tines into the soil to
resume tilling.
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