Front Tine Tiller

Avoid Rotating Tines
The rotating tines can cause injury. Keep away from the tine shield whenever the engine is running. If 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 Shield in Place
Guards and shields are designed to protect you from being hit by thrown objects. They also help protect you from hot engine parts and moving components. For your safety and the safety of others, keep all guards and 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 close-fitting. Loose clothing should not be permitted because it may get caught in moving parts. Tie 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.

CAUTION: Be sure the clutch is disengaged and the shift lever is in the neutral position to prevent sudden uncontrolled movement when the engine starts. The clutch is engaged by pulling in the clutch lever and disengaged by releasing the lever.

1. Turn the fuel valve ON.
2. Close the choke lever. NOTE: Do not use the choke if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high.
3. Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
4. Move the throttle lever slightly to the left.
5. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
   CAUTION: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
6. As the engine warms up, gradually open the choke.

TILLER OPERATION

1. Handlebar Height Adjustment
   CAUTION: Before adjusting the handlebar, place the tiller on firm level ground to prevent the handle from collapsing accidentally. To adjust the handlebar height, loosen the adjuster, select the appropriate holes and tighten the adjuster.
2. Tilling Depth Adjustment
   Tilling depth can be adjusted by removing the retainer and sliding the drag bar up or down as necessary.
3. Clutch
   The clutch engages and disengages the power from the engine to the transmission. When the clutch lever is squeezed, the clutch is engaged and power is transmitted. When the lever is released, the clutch is disengaged and power in not transmitted.
4. Gear selection Shift lever positions are indicated on the Gear Shifting Plate.
   Shift lever Operation:
   1. Return the throttle lever to the extreme right.
   2. Release the clutch lever to disengage the clutch.
   3. Move the shift lever to the desired gear position.
   NOTE: If the shift lever will not engage the desired gear, squeeze the clutch lever and move the tiller slightly to reposition the gears.
5. Hitch Box
   Use a hitch pin to attach the drag bar or any other attachments to the hitch box.
6. Front Wheel
   Use a front wheel to move the tiller on road. Lift the handlebars up and ground the front wheel. When the tiller is used in the field, move the wheel up by replacing the lock pin.
7. Handling Tips
   • Adjust the handlebar height to a comfortable position (waist height for normal tilling).
   • Should the machine jerk forward while tilling, press down on the handlebars.
   • If the machine will not move forward, move the handlebars from side to side.
   • Turn: The proper method of negotiating a turn during a tilling operation is to lower the handlebars to bring the weight toward the rear and then make the turn. This will permit a turn to be made with relative ease.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

1. Move the throttle lever fully to the right.
2. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
3. Turn the fuel valve OFF.

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