Poulan Tiller PRRT9000 User Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL  
Do Not Throw Away  
OPERATOR'S MANUAL  
MODEL:  
WARNING:  
ReadthisManualandfollowallWarn-  
ings and Safety Instructions. Failure  
to do so can result in serious injury.  
PRRT900  
REAR TINE TILLER  
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION  
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.  
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.  
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Printed in U.S.A.  
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Read and observe the safety rules.  
Gasoline Capacity:  
2.9 Quarts (2,7L)  
Unleaded Regular  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your tiller.  
OIL (API:SG-SL):  
SAE 30 Above 32°F/0°C  
(Capacity 20 oz/0,6L)  
SAE 5w30 Below 32°F/0°C  
FollowinstructionsunderMaintenanceandStorage”  
sections of this Manual.  
IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL  
COMBUSTION 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 MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS (IF ANY).  
IFASPARKARRESTERISUSED,ITSHOULDBEMAINTAINED  
IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR.  
Spark Plug:  
Champion RC12YC  
(Gap: .030"/0.76mm)  
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller. It  
has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give  
you the best possible dependability and performance.  
IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, A SPARK ARRESTER IS  
REQUIRED BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA  
PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE). OTHER STATES MAY HAVE  
SIMILARLAWS. FEDERALLAWSAPPLYONFEDERALLANDS.  
SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT  
FOR SPARK ARRESTER.  
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily  
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service  
center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and  
the proper tools to service or repair this unit.  
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will  
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.  
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES ............................................................2  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES.................................3  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.......................................3  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................4-6  
OPERATION .............................................................7-10  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......................................11  
MAINTENANCE......................................................11-13  
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS .................................14-17  
STORAGE....................................................................18  
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................19  
WARRANTY.................................................................20  
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ASSEMBLY  
Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.  
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use  
the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
FRONT  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
(1) Utility knife  
(1) Tire pressure gauge  
(1) Pair of pliers  
LEFT  
RIGHT  
(1) 9/16" wrench  
OPERATOR’S POSITION (See Fig. 1)  
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it  
means when you are in the operating position (standing  
behind tiller handles).  
OPERATOR’S  
POSITION  
Fig. 1  
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK  
(1) Carriage Bolt  
3/8-16 UNC x 1 Grade 5  
(1) Center Locknut  
(2) Handle Locks  
3/8-16 UNC  
(1) Handle Lock Lever  
(1) Hairpin Clip  
(1) Flat Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Gauge  
(1) Pivot Bolt  
3/8-16 UNC Grade 5  
Extra Shear Pins & Clips  
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ASSEMBLY  
Grasp handle assembly. Hold in “up” position. Be sure  
UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)  
handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle  
assembly into position.  
CAUTION: Be careful of exposed  
staples when handling or disposing of  
cartoning material.  
HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
"UP" POSITION  
IMPORTANT:WHEN UNPACKINGANDASSEMBLINGTILLER,  
BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLES.  
TIGHTEN HANDLE LOCK  
LEVER TO HOLD  
While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing  
handle assembly to top frame and depth stake. Let  
handle assembly rest on tiller.  
Remove top frame of carton.  
Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of  
carton.  
LOOSEN HANDLE  
LOCK LEVER TO MOVE  
Cut down right hand front and right hand rear corners  
of carton, lay side carton wall down.  
Remove packing material from handle assembly.  
Fig. 4  
HANDLE  
ASSEMBLY  
Rotatehandleassemblydown.Insertrearcarriagebolt  
first, with bolt head on L.H. side of tiller and loosely  
assemble locknut (See Fig. 5).  
Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and tighten.  
Cut down remaining corners of carton and lay panels  
flat.  
Lower the handle assembly. Tighten nut on carriage  
bolt so handle moves with some resistance. This will  
allow for easier adjustment.  
Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever.  
SHIFT ROD  
Insert handle lock lever through handle base and  
gearcase. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to  
hold lever in place.  
Insert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the  
Fig. 2  
slot of the handle base (just inside of washer).  
With handle assembly in lowest position, securely  
tightenhandlelockleverbyrotatingclockwise. Leaving  
handle assembly in lowest position will make it easier  
to remove tiller from carton.  
INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)  
Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in  
gearcase notch. (Apply grease on smooth side of  
handle lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle  
assembly is lowered into position.)  
HANDLE  
HANDLE LOCK  
LEVER  
LOCK  
VIEWED FROM R.H. SIDE OF TILLER  
HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
FLAT  
WASHER  
GEARCASE  
SLOT  
GEARCASE  
NOTCH  
HANDLE  
LOCK  
CARRIAGE  
BOLT  
PIVOT BOLT  
HANDLE  
BASE  
LOCKNUT  
Fig. 3  
Fig. 5  
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ASSEMBLY  
CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6)  
Insert end of shift rod into hole of shift lever indicator.  
Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.  
SHIFT  
HAIRPIN  
CLIP  
SHIFT  
ROD  
LEVER  
INDICATOR  
Fig. 6  
REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE  
Make sure shift lever indicator is in “N” position (See  
Fig. 6)  
Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. Separate cardboard  
cover from leveling shield.  
Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of  
carton.  
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE  
The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for  
shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is  
important for best tilling performance.  
Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2).  
HANDLE HEIGHT  
Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.  
(See “TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT” in the Service  
and Adjustments section of this manual).  
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OPERATION  
KNOW YOUR TILLER  
READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.  
Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save  
this manual for future reference.  
These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their  
meaning.  
TINE CONTROL  
SHIFT LEVER  
CHOKE CONTROL  
THROTTLE  
CONTROL  
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR  
DEPTH STAKE  
LEVELING  
SHIELD  
OUTER SIDE  
SHIELD  
RECOIL  
STARTER  
HANDLE  
Fig. 7  
MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS  
Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.  
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.  
DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tiller will dig.  
TINE CONTROL - Used to engage tines.  
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small plants  
from being buried.  
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.  
SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears.  
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which gear the trans-  
mission is in.  
THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed.  
LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.  
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OPERATION  
The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can  
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting  
your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over spectacles  
or standard safety glasses.  
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HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER  
Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and  
oil or attempting to start engine.  
SHALLOWEST  
TILLING  
(CULTIVATING)  
TRANSPORT  
POSITION  
STOPPING (See Fig. 8)  
TINES AND DRIVE  
Release tine control to stop movement.  
Move shift lever to “N” (neutral) position.  
DEEPEST  
TILLING  
ENGINE  
Move throttle control to “STOP” position.  
Never use choke to stop engine.  
DEPTH  
STAKE  
SHIFT LEVER  
Fig. 9  
TILLING (See Fig. 10)  
Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for  
increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole  
of depth stake to lock in position.  
Place shift lever indicator in tilling position.  
Hold the tine control against the handle to start tilling  
movement. Tines and wheels will both turn.  
TINE CONTROL  
Move throttle control to “FAST” position for deep tilling.  
To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired  
speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to  
cultivate.  
Fig. 8  
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE TINE CONTROL BEFORE  
MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER POSITION.  
TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL DRIVE  
Always release tine control before moving shift lever  
into another position.  
DEPTH STAKE PIN  
“RELEASED” POSITION  
Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to  
eitherthecounterrotating( )tillpositionortheforward  
rotating ( ) till position and engaging the tine control.  
FORWARD - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED  
Release tine control and move shift lever indicator to  
“F” (forward) position. Engage tine control and tiller  
will move forward.  
“LOCKED”  
POSITION  
REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED  
NUT  
“B”  
DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.  
Release the tine control.  
SIDE SHIELD  
NUT  
“A”  
Move throttle control to “SLOW” position.  
Move shift lever indicator to “R” (reverse) position.  
Hold tine control against the handle to start tiller move-  
ment.  
Fig. 10  
TURNING  
Release the tine control.  
HARD TO SHIFT GEARS  
Move throttle control to “SLOW” position.  
Place shift lever indicator in “F” (forward) position.  
Briefly engage tine control and release or rock tiller  
forward and backward until are able to shift gears.  
Tines will not turn.  
Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.  
DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 9)  
Thedepthstakecanberaisedorloweredtoallowyoumore  
versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport  
your tiller.  
Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish  
to turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from  
tines.  
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OPERATION  
When you have completed your turn-around, release  
ADD GASOLINE  
the tine control and lower handle. Place shift lever in  
till position and move throttle control to desired speed.  
To begin tilling, hold tine control against the handle.  
Fill to within 1/2" of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and  
to allow for fuel expansion. Do not overfill. Use fresh,  
clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87  
octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon  
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not  
mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that  
can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.  
TO TRANSPORT  
CAUTION: Before lifting or transport-  
ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to  
cool. Disconnectsparkplugwire. Drain  
gasoline from fuel tank.  
CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2" of top of  
fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow  
for fuel expansion. If gasoline is ac-  
cidentally spilled, move machine away  
from area of spill. Avoid creating any  
sourceofignitionuntilgasolinevapors  
have disappeared.  
Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not  
store, spill or use gasoline near an  
open flame.  
AROUND THE YARD  
Release the depth stake pin. Move the depth stake  
down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place  
depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in posi-  
tion. This prevents tines from scuffing the ground.  
Place shift lever indicator in “F” (forward) position for  
transporting.  
Hold the tine control against the handle to start tiller  
movement. Tines will not turn.  
Move throttle control to desired speed.  
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES  
BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE  
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER  
STARTING.  
AROUND TOWN  
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gaso-  
hol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract  
moisture which leads to separation and forma-  
tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can  
damage the fuel system of an engine while in  
storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel  
system should be emptied before storage of  
30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start  
the engine and let it run until the fuel lines  
and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next  
season. SeeStorageInstructionsforadditional  
information. Never use engine or carburetor  
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent  
damage may occur.  
Disconnect spark plug wire.  
Drain fuel tank.  
Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage.  
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE  
IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT  
TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING  
OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN  
APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE CLEAN  
FILL FUNNELS.  
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig.11)  
Theengineinyourunithasbeenshipped, fromthefac-  
tory, already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil.  
With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and  
remove plug.  
Engineoilshouldbetopointofoverflowingwhenengine  
is level. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT  
SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual. All oil  
must meet A.P.I. Service Classification SG-SL.  
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 12)  
CAUTION: KeeptinecontrolinDISEN-  
GAGEDpositionwhenstartingengine.  
When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run  
out of fuel, it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to  
move fuel from the tank to the engine.  
For cold weather operation you should change oil for  
easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Mainte-  
nance section of this manual).  
To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in  
this manual.  
Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.  
Move shift lever indicator to “N” (neutral) position.  
Place throttle control in “FAST” position.  
Turn fuel shut-off valve 1/4 turn to open position.  
Move choke control to choke position.  
Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp  
tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until  
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will  
pull slightly harder at this point).  
OIL  
LEVEL  
Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not let starter  
handle snap back against starter.  
OIL  
FILLER  
PLUG  
If engine fires but does not start, move choke control  
to half choke position. Pull recoil starter handle until  
engine starts.  
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OIL DRAIN  
PLUG  
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When engine starts, slowly move choke control to  
"RUN" position as engine warms up.  
Fig. 11  
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OPERATION  
NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking to start.  
Soilconditionsareimportantforpropertilling.Tineswill  
notreadilypenetratedry,hardsoilwhichmaycontribute  
to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller.  
Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; however,  
extremely wet soil will “ball-up” or clump during tilling.  
Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the  
best results. When tilling in the fall, remove vines and  
long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the  
tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.  
Donotleanonhandle. Thistakesweightoffthewheels  
and reduces traction. To get through a really tough  
section of sod or hard ground, apply upward pressure  
on handle or lower the depth stake.  
Move throttle control to desired running position.  
Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before  
engaging tines.  
NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or in cold tempera-  
tures (below 32°F/0°C), the carburetor fuel mixture may  
need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO  
ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual.  
NOTE: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting  
points.  
SPARK PLUG  
CULTIVATING  
Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre-  
vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the  
plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of  
soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil. Best digging  
depth is 1" to 3" (2.5-7.5 cm). Lower the outer side shields  
to protect small plants from being buried.  
THROTTLE  
CONTROL  
CHOKE  
CONTROL  
Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will  
allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in  
rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds  
and grass (See Fig. 14).  
RECOIL  
STARTER  
Fig. 12  
TILLING HINTS  
CAUTION: Untilyouareaccustomedto  
handlingyourtiller,startactualfielduse  
with throttle in slow position (mid-way  
between “FAST” and “IDLE”).  
Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up  
packedsoilbeforeplanting.Loose,unpackedsoilhelps  
root growth. Best tilling depth is 4" to 6" (10-15 cm).  
A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation.  
The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches  
the soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind),  
it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the  
growing season to further condition the soil.  
You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row  
untilled between passes. Then go back between tilled  
rows. (See Fig. 13) There are two reasons for doing  
this. First, wide turns are much easier to negotiate than  
about-faces. Second, the tiller won’t be pulling itself,  
and you, toward the row next to it.  
Fig. 14  
TINE SHEAR PINS  
The tine assemblies on your tiller are secured to the tine  
shaft with shear pins (See “TINE REPLACEMENT” in the  
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).  
If the tiller is unusually overloaded or jammed, the shear  
pins are designed to break before internal damage occurs  
to the transmission.  
If shear pin(s) break, replace only with those shown in  
the Repair Parts section of this manual.  
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3
2
1
5
6
7
Fig. 13  
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MAINTENANCE  
MAINTENANCE  
SCHEDULE  
FILL IN DATES  
AS YOU COMPLETE  
REGULAR SERVICE  
SERVICE DATES  
EVERY SEASON  
BEFORE EEAVCEHRUYS5EHEOVEURYS 25EHVOEURRYS50 HOURS  
Check Engine Oil Level  
Change Engine Oil  
1,2  
Oil Pivot Points  
Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler  
Inspect Air Screen  
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge  
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins  
Replace Spark Plug  
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RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (1oz.)  
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.  
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.  
LUBRICATION CHART  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have  
beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence. Toreceive  
full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain  
tiller as instructed in this manual.  
d ENGINE  
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to  
properly maintain your tiller.  
e RH GEAR CASE  
GREASE FITTIG  
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section  
of this manual should be checked at least once each  
season.  
c DEPTH  
STAKE PIN  
Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean  
or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear.  
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-  
fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last  
longer.  
c LEVELING  
SHIELD  
HINGES  
BEFORE EACH USE  
c IDLER  
BRACKET  
c WHEEL  
Check engine oil level.  
Check tine operation.  
Check for loose fasteners.  
HUB  
c SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL  
d REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION  
LUBRICATION  
Keep unit well lubricated (See “LUBRICATION CHART”).  
e EP #1 GREASE  
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MAINTENANCE  
Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to  
prevent accidental starting of engine.  
Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank  
before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris.  
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.  
ENGINE  
LUBRICATION  
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service  
classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade  
according to your expected temperature.  
OIL  
DRAIN  
PLUG  
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES  
SAE 30  
EVEL  
10W-30 / 5W-30  
-20  
0
30  
40  
4
100  
60  
80  
F
C
-20  
10  
-30  
-10  
20  
30  
40  
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE  
oil_visc_chart5_e(drt)  
Fig. 16  
Fig. 15  
AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 17)  
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.)  
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils  
will result in increased oil consumption when used above  
40°F (4°C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to  
avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.  
Service aircleanercartridgeeverytwenty-fivehours, more  
often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.  
Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of  
cover.  
Remove air cleaner cover.  
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at  
least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in  
one year.  
Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. Be careful. Do  
not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor.  
Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface.  
If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.  
Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely.  
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine  
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE  
30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely  
each time you check the oil level.  
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)  
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.  
All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.  
IMPORTANT: PETROLEUMSOLVENTS,SUCHASKEROSENE,  
ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE. THEY  
MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE. DO  
NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO  
CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE.  
Be sure tiller is on level surface.  
Oil will drain more freely when warm.  
Use a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller, and catch oil  
in a suitable container.  
COVER  
Remove drain plug. For easier removal of plug use  
7/16 12 Pt. socket with extension.)  
Tip tiller forward to drain oil.  
After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug  
and tighten securely.  
AIR CLEANER  
CARTRIDGE  
AIR CLEANER  
SCREW  
Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to  
enter the engine.  
Refillenginewithoil. SeeCHECKENGINEOILLEVEL”  
in the Operation section of this manual.  
Fig. 17  
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MAINTENANCE  
COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 18)  
Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance  
and long life keep your engine clean.  
Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled  
brush.  
Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage free of dirt and  
chaff.  
CYLINDER FINS  
BLOWER  
HOUSING  
MUFFLER  
AIR SCREEN  
Fig. 18  
MUFFLER  
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with  
exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters  
could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace  
ifnecessary.Ifyourengineisequippedwithasparkarrester  
screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and  
inspection. Replace if damaged.  
SPARK PLUG  
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea-  
son or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first.  
Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in “PRODUCT  
SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.  
TRANSMISSION  
Once a season, lubricate the right hand side gear case  
grease fitting with 1 oz. of EP #1 Grease.  
CLEANING  
Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission  
are hot. We do not recommend using pressurized water  
(garden hose, etc.) to clean your unit unless the gasket  
area around the transmission and the engine muffler, air  
filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water  
in engine will shorten the useful life of your tiller.  
Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.  
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,  
oil, etc.  
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come  
into contact with plug.  
TILLER  
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 19)  
Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions.  
Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil.  
CLEVIS PIN  
First loosen handle lock lever.  
Handle can be positioned at different settings between  
“HIGH” and “LOW” positions.  
Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting.  
HANDLE  
(HIGH POSITION)  
HAIRPIN CLIP  
HANDLE LOCK  
LEVER  
Fig. 20  
TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 21)  
NOTE: For ease of removal, remove hairpin clip and  
clevis pin from left wheel. Pull wheel out from tiller about  
1 inch.  
HANDLE  
(LOW POSITION)  
Remove two (2) screws from side of belt guard.  
Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of belt guard  
(located behind wheel).  
Pull belt guard out and away from unit.  
Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure.  
Fig. 19  
TIRE CARE  
SCREW  
AND WASHER  
BELT GUARD  
HEX NUT  
AND WASHER  
(LOCATED  
BEHIND  
CAUTION: When mounting tires, un-  
less beads are seated, overinflation  
can cause an explosion.  
TIRE)  
Maintain 20 pounds of tire pressure. If tire pressures  
are not equal, tiller will pull to one side.  
Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage  
rubber.  
SCREW  
AND  
WASHER  
TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 20)  
HAIRPIN CLIP AND  
CLEVIS PIN  
Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from  
tipping.  
Fig. 21  
Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from wheel.  
Remove wheel and tire.  
Repair tire and reassemble.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT  
GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT  
(See Fig. 22)  
For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have  
about 5/8" stretch when tine control is in “ENGAGED” posi-  
tion. This tension can be attained as follows:  
(See Fig. 21 and 22)  
Removebeltguard(SeeTOREMOVEBELTGUARD”  
in this section of this manual).  
Remove old belt by slipping off engine pulley first then  
remove from transmission pulley.  
Place new belt in groove of transmission pulley and  
into engine pulley. BELT MUST BE IN GROOVE ON  
TOP OF IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF BELT  
TO GUIDES.  
Loosen cable clip screw securing the drive control  
cable.  
Slide cable forward for less tension and rearward for  
more tension until about 5/8 inch stretch is obtained  
while the tine control is engaged.  
Check belt adjustment as described below.  
Replace belt guard.  
Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin and hairpin  
clip.  
Tighten cable clip screw securely.  
CABLE CLIP  
SCREW  
ENGINE  
PULLEY  
DRIVE  
CONTROL  
CABLE  
LESS  
TENSION  
MORE  
TENSION  
5/8"  
EXTENSION  
SPRING  
IDLER  
PULLEY  
TRANSMISSION PULLEY  
Fig. 22  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
To maintain the superb tilling performance of this  
machine the tines should be checked for sharpness,  
wear, and bending, particularly the tines which are  
next to the transmission. If the gap between the tines  
exceeds3-1/2"theyshouldbereplacedorstraightened  
as necessary.  
TINEREPLACEMENT(SeeFigs.23,24and25)  
CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear  
gloves or other protection when han-  
dling tines.  
New tines should be assembled as shown in Fig.  
26. Sharpened tine edges will rotate rearward from  
above.  
A badly worn tine causes your tiller to work harder and dig  
more shallow. Most important, worn tines cannot chop and  
shred organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as  
good tines. A tine this worn needs to be replaced.  
TRANSMISSION  
tine_3  
NEW TINE  
WORN TINE  
TINE  
TINE  
Fig.23  
3-1/2" MAX  
(9 CM)  
Fig. 24  
HAIRPIN CLIP  
SHARP EDGE  
COUNTER  
TINE  
ROTATION  
HAIRPIN CLIP  
SHARP EDGE  
SHARP EDGES  
SHEAR PIN  
SHARP  
EDGES  
SHARP  
EDGE  
SHEAR PIN  
tine_13  
Fig. 25  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
ENGINE  
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR  
Thecarburetorhasbeenpresetatthefactoryandadjustment  
should not be necessary. However, engine performance  
can be affected by differences in fuel, temperature, altitude  
or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, contact  
your nearest authorized service center/department  
IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE  
GOVERNOR,WHICHISFACTORYSETFORPROPERENGINE  
SPEED. OVERSPEEDINGTHEENGINEABOVETHEFACTORY  
HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK  
THEENGINE-GOVERNEDHIGHSPEEDNEEDSADJUSTING,  
CONTACTYOURNEARESTAUTHORIZEDSERVICECENTER/  
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT AND  
EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.  
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STORAGE  
Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the  
ENGINE OIL  
Drainoil(withenginewarm)andreplacewithcleanoil. (See  
“ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual).  
season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.  
WARNING: Never store the tiller with  
gasoline in the tank inside a building  
where fumes may reach an open flame  
orspark. Allowtheenginetocoolbefore  
storing in any enclosure.  
CYLINDER(S)  
Remove spark plug.  
Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into  
cylinder.  
Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute  
oil.  
Replace with new spark plug.  
TILLER  
Cleanentiretiller(SeeCLEANINGintheMaintenance  
section of this manual).  
Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-  
placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual).  
Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this  
manual.  
Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely  
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage  
and wear. Replace if necessary.  
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand  
lightly before painting.  
OTHER  
Do not store gasoline from one season to an-  
other.  
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.  
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.  
If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give  
protection from dust and dirt.  
Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that  
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic  
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and  
will cause your unit to rust.  
ENGINE  
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND  
EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.  
FUEL SYSTEM  
IMPORTANT:ITISIMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUMDEPOSITS  
FROMFORMINGINESSENTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH  
AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK  
DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT  
ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING  
ETHANOLORMETHANOL)CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH  
LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING  
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM  
OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.  
Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run  
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.  
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in  
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.  
Use fresh fuel next season.  
NOTE: Fuel stablizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-  
mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.  
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.  
Always follow the mix ratio found on stablizer container.  
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to  
allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty  
the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
Will not start  
1. Out of fuel.  
2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.  
3. Engine flooded.  
4. Dirty air cleaner.  
5. Water in fuel.  
1. Fill fuel tank.  
2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.  
3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.  
4. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.  
5. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh,  
clean gasoline.  
6. Clogged fuel tank.  
6. Remove fuel tank and clean.  
7. Loose spark plug wire.  
8. Bad spark plug or improper gap.  
9. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
10. Oil soaked air filter.  
7. Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug.  
8. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.  
9. Make necessary adjustments.  
10. Replace air filter.  
Hard to start  
1. Throttle control not set properly.  
2. Dirty air cleaner.  
3. Bad spark plug or improper gap.  
4. Stale or dirty fuel.  
5. Loose spark plug wire.  
6. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.  
2. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.  
3. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.  
4. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.  
5. Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug.  
6. Make necessary adjustments.  
Loss of power  
1. Engine is overloaded.  
2. Dirty air cleaner.  
3. Low oil level/dirty oil.  
4. Faulty spark plug.  
5. Oil in fuel.  
1. Set depth stake for shallower tilling.  
2. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.  
3. Check oil level/change oil.  
4. Clean and regap or change spark plug.  
5. Empty and clean fuel tank and refill tank, and clean  
carburetor.  
6. Stale or dirty fuel.  
7. Water in fuel.  
6. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.  
7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with fresh,  
clean gasoline.  
8. Clogged fuel tank.  
8. Remove fuel tank and clean.  
9. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
10. Clean engine air screen.  
11. Clean/replace muffler.  
12. Make necessary adjustments.  
13. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
9. Spark plug wire loose.  
10. Dirty engine air screen.  
11. Dirty/clogged muffler.  
12. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
13. Poor compression.  
Engine overheats  
1. Low oil level/dirty oil.  
2. Dirty engine air screen.  
3. Dirty engine.  
4. Partially plugged muffler.  
5. Improper carburetor adjustment.  
1. Check oil level/change oil.  
2. Clean engine air screen.  
3. Clean cylinder fins, air screen, and muffler area.  
4. Remove and clean muffler.  
5. Adjust carburetor to richer position.  
Excessive bounce/  
difficult handling  
1. Ground too dry and hard.  
1. Ground too wet.  
1. Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil  
conditions.  
Soil balls up or clumps  
1. Wait for more favorable soil conditions.  
Engine runs but tiller  
won’t move  
1. Tine control is not engaged.  
2. V-belt not correctly adjusted.  
3. V-belt is off pulley(s).  
1. Engage drive control.  
2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.  
3. Inspect V-belt.  
Engine runs but labors 1. Tilling too deep.  
1. Set depth stake for shallower tilling.  
2. Check throttle control setting.  
3. Make necessary adjustments.  
when tilling  
2. Throttle control not properly adjusted.  
3. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
Tines will not rotate  
1. Shear pin(s) broken.  
1. Replace shear pin(s).  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate-  
rials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair  
or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective  
due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.  
1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, transaxle/transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or com-  
ponents parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items.  
2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchas-  
er. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser un-  
less such return is requested by the manufacturer.  
3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery which we find  
to be defective in manufacture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we will exchange the  
Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale. Battery must  
be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished.  
4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of origi-  
nal purchase.  
5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in ac-  
cordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to altera-  
tion, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.  
6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard  
hardware and normal maintenance.  
7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.  
Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:  
In Canada contact:  
HOP  
HOP  
Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept.  
9335 Harris Corners Parkway  
Charlotte, NC 28269 USA  
5855 Terry Fox Way  
Mississauga, Ontario  
L5V 3E4  
giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized  
dealer from whom it was purchased.  
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-  
TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas  
do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above  
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights  
which vary from locale to locale.  
This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.  
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