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Operator’s Manual
Front Tine Tiller
14
Cold Start
1. Push ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return
normally.
3. Pull starting rope out rapidly and allow rope to return
normally.
NOTE: The Briggs & Stratton engine installed on this
tiller is equipped with the ReadyStart® Starting
System. The engine is xed speed and has an
auto-choke.
Restarting A Warm Engine
1. Push ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts. Allow
rope to return normally. Repeat until engine starts.
Shutting Down
To stop the engine at any time, put the ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position. To stop tines at any time, release the drive safety
control to the neutral position.
Tilling
1. Adjust the depth regulator drag stake to achieve desired
tilling depth.
NOTE: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at
a time, testing tiller operation after each
adjustment. Raising depth regulator lever too
high can result in loss of control of tiller!
2. Place the tiller in motion by pushing down on the drive
safety control lever; this will engage the tines.
OPERATION
Pre-Start Inspection
1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and
bolts are secure.
NOTE: All hardware (nuts, bolts, etc) should be checked
for tightness before each use. Vibration of machine
can cause them to loosen.
2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine
manual for procedure and specications.
3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness. See your engine
manual for procedure.
4. Check the fuel level. Fill the fuel tank no closer than one
inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion. See
your engine manual for fuel recommendations.
5. Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is
tightened securely.
6. Check position of wheels.
7. Check depth regulator drag stake position.
8. Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or
fuel leaks.
9. Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage.
10. Look for signs of engine damage.
11. Remove excessive debris from muer area and recoil
starter.
12. Turn fuel shuto valve to the ON position if engine is
equipped with one.
STARTUP
The ON/OFF switch is required to cold start the rototiller is
located on the handlebar and is marked with an ON/OFF
symbols (See Operation Control Symbols in the Controls and
Operating Symbols section of this manual). SEE FIGURE 12
A description of engine operation and all related precautions
and procedures can be found in the engine manufacturer’s
manual that accompanies the tiller.
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE
HANDLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN
THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING. ALWAYS MOVE
OUTDOORS TO FILL THE TANK.
WARNING
ON/OFF
SWITCH
Not for Reproduction
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