White Outdoor Tiller RB 530 User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
Rear Tine Tiller  
Model RB-530  
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY  
Warning: 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 or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working 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. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized  
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.  
WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722  
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES  
WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could  
endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in  
this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may  
result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.  
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle  
components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer  
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this  
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can  
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.  
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.  
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is  
TRAINING  
spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite.  
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the  
Wash your skin and change clothes immediately.  
machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to  
a. Use only an approved gasoline container.  
assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe  
b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and  
place for future and regular reference and for  
other sources of ignition.  
ordering replacement parts.  
c. Never fuel machine indoors.  
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper  
d. Never remove gas cap or add while the  
operation. Know how to stop the machine and  
engine is hot or running.  
disengage them quickly.  
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate  
e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes  
before refueling.  
this machine. Children 14 years old and over  
f. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more  
should read and understand the operation  
than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to  
instructions and safety rules in this manual and  
provide space for fuel expansion.  
should be trained and supervised by a parent.  
g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.  
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without  
h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine  
proper instruction.  
and equipment. Move machine to another  
5. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at  
area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the  
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in  
engine.  
operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
i. Never store the machine or fuel container  
inside where there is an open flame, spark,  
or pilot light (e.g. furnace, water heater,  
PREPARATION  
space heater, clothes dryer, etc.)  
j. To reduce a fire hazard, keep machine free  
of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.  
Clean up oil fuel spillage and remove any fuel  
soaked debris.  
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment  
is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire , and  
other foreign objects which could be tripped over  
and cause personal injury.  
2. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-  
fitting slacks and shirts. Loose fitting clothes or  
jewelry can be caught in movable parts. Never  
operate this machine in bare feet or sandals.  
3. Disengage clutch levers and shift (if provided) into  
neutral (N) before starting the engine.  
4. Never leave this machine unattended with the  
engine running.  
5. Never attempt to make any adjustments while  
engine is running, except where specifically  
recommended in the operator’s manual.  
k. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes  
before storing.  
OPERATION  
1. Do not put hands and feet near rotating parts.  
Contact with the rotating parts can amputate  
fingers, hands, and feet.  
2. Do not operate machine while under the influence  
of alcohol or drugs.  
3. Never operate this machine without good visibility  
or light. Always be sure of your footing and keep a  
firm hold on the handles.  
6. To avoid personal injury or property damage use  
extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is  
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.  
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4. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at  
least 75 feet from the machine while it is in  
operation. Stop the machine if anyone enters the  
area.  
Inspect thoroughly for damage. Repair any damage  
before starting and operating.  
18. Keep all shields, guards and safety devices in place  
and operating properly.  
5. Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines  
may catch in the ground and propel the tiller  
forward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and  
do not restrain the machine.  
6. Exercise extreme caution when operating on or  
crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden  
hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.  
7. Never operate the machine at high transport  
speeds on hard or slippery surfaces.  
19. Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is  
running.  
20. Use only attachments and accessories approved  
by the manufacturer. Failure to do so, can result in  
personal injury.  
21. If situations occur which are not covered in this  
manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your  
dealer or telephone 1-800-949-4483 for assistance  
and the name of your nearest servicing dealer.  
8. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.  
9. Look down, behind, and use care when in reverse  
or pulling machine towards you.  
10. Start the engine according to the instructions found  
in this manual and keep feet well away from the  
tines at all times.  
11. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,  
disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against  
the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any  
damage. Repair the damage before starting and  
operating.  
12. Disengage all clutch levers and stop engine before  
you leave the operating position (behind the  
handles). Wait until the tines come to a complete  
stop before unclogging the tines, making any  
adjustments, or inspections.  
13. Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly  
ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon  
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.  
14. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a  
burn. Do not touch.  
15. Use caution when tilling near fences, buildings and  
underground utilities. Rotating tines can cause  
property damage or personal injury.  
16. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to  
till soil to deep at to fast of a rate.  
17. If the machine should start making an unusual  
noise or vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the  
spark plug wire and ground it against the engine.  
Maintenance And Storage  
1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their  
proper operation regularly.  
2. Check bolts and screws for proper tightness at  
frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe  
working condition. Also, visually inspect machine  
for any damage.  
3. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the  
engine and make certain the tines and all moving  
parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire  
and ground it against the engine to prevent  
unintended starting.  
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or  
over-speed the engine. The governor controls the  
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.  
5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
6. Follow this manual for safe loading, unloading,  
transporting, and storage of this machine.  
7. Never store the machine or fuel container inside  
where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light  
such as a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer etc.  
8. Always refer to the operator’s manual for proper  
instructions on off-season storage.  
9. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors.  
10. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for  
gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment.  
WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,  
understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.  
NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your tillers.  
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER  
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil  
in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline  
and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual  
before operating your machine.  
T-Knob, Flat Washer, Hex Bolt  
Tine Shield  
Hinge Flap  
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the tiller is  
observed from the operating position.  
Removing Unit From Carton  
Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut  
tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open  
carton.  
Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e.,  
operator’s manual, etc.)  
Cut along corners, lay carton down flat, and remove  
packing material.  
Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton  
thoroughly for loose parts.  
Extend control cable and lay on the floor. Be careful  
not to bend or kink control cable.  
Clevis Pin  
Hairpin Clip  
Depth Stake  
Figure 1  
Loose Parts In Carton  
Depth Stake  
Handle Assembly  
Shift Rod  
Attaching the Handle Assembly  
Remove the handle adjustment lock, flange nut  
retainer bracket, shoulder bolt and lock nut from the  
pivot bracket.  
NOTE: All hardware needed for assembly is attached  
to the loose parts or the tiller.  
Place the handle assembly in position in the handle  
pivot bracket lining the upper holes in the handle  
with the slots in the pivot bracket. See Figure 2.  
Disconnecting Spark Plug Wire  
Before setting up your tiller, disconnect the spark plug  
wire from the spark plug and ground to a stud on the  
engine.  
Flange Nut Retainer Bracket  
Shoulder Bolt  
Lock Nut  
Handle Adjustment  
Lock  
Flange Nut  
Attaching The Depth Stake Assembly  
Tip the tiller forward so it rests on front  
counterweight.  
Unthread the “T” knob from the top of the depth  
stake, and remove the flat washer and hex bolt.  
Remove the hairpin clip from the clevis pin.  
See Figure 1  
Raise the tine shield hinge flap assembly. Insert the  
depth stake assembly in the slot (under the tine  
shield) and up through the tine shield assembly.  
Insert clevis pin through the tine shield and depth  
stake assemblies. Secure with hairpin clip.  
Insert hex bolt into the top hole of the depth stake  
assembly. Place flat washer on the hex bolt and  
thread “T” knob onto the hex bolt. Tighten securely.  
See Figure 1.  
Pivot Bracket  
Figure 2  
Lift up the handle assembly and align the bottom  
holes in the handle assembly with the holes in the  
pivot bracket. Insert hex bolt (with hex nut retainer  
attached through the round hole). The head of hex  
bolt and retainer bracket should be to the right hand  
side of the unit. See Figure 3.  
Tip the tiller back down so it rests on the tines.  
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Insert the end of the gear shift rod through the  
opening in the top of the shift cover, and into the  
shift bracket. Secure with rubber washer first, then  
flat washer and hairpin clip. See Figure 6.  
Flange Nut Retainer Bracket  
Shoulder Bolt  
Lock Nut  
Install the nut and T-handle on the gear shift rod.  
Lift up  
Handle  
Gear Shift Rod  
Opening  
Shift Cover  
Rubber Washer  
Flat Washer  
Figure 3  
Hairpin Clip  
Place the hex opening of the hex nut retainer  
bracket over the flange nut securing the handle  
adjustment lock and install the lock nut on the lower  
shoulder bolt. See Figure 4.  
Pivot handle assembly into the highest position  
possible. Tighten the bottom bolt and nut securely.  
Tighten the handle adjustment lock.  
Figure 6  
Attaching The Clutch Cable  
Route the clutch cable underneath the handle and  
through the cable clip. Be careful not to bend or  
kink the cable. See Figure 7.  
Handle Adjustment  
Lock  
Hex Hole in  
Retainer Bracket  
over Flange Nut  
Handle  
Adjustment  
Lock  
Cable  
Clip  
Figure 4  
Attaching The Gear Shift Rod  
Remove the T-handle, nut, hairpin clip, flat washer  
and rubber washer from the end of the gear shift  
rod. Slide the rod up through the bracket on the  
front of the handle assembly. See Figure 5.  
Flange Lock Nut  
Figure 7  
T-Handle  
Remove one hex nut from the threaded casing on  
the end of the cable and slip the wire up through the  
slot on the cable bracket underneath the handle.  
See Figure 8.  
Push the end of the casing up through the cable  
bracket. Rethread the hex nut on the end of the  
cable. Do not tighten at this time.  
Pull the cable upwards to obtain slack and from  
right to left hook the “Z” end of the cable into the  
bracket on the clutch control (beneath the handle  
panel). Tighten the nut against the cable bracket.  
See Figure 8.  
Gear Shift  
Rod  
Figure 5  
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few turns. Tighten the upper hex nut against the  
bracket. See Figure 8.  
Now move the shift lever to FORWARD (Wheels  
Forward) position. Carefully engage the clutch by  
squeezing the clutch handle against the handle.  
The wheels should spin.  
If the wheels do not spin with the unit in  
forward, adjust by moving the hex nut which is  
above the cable bracket up a few turns. Tighten the  
bottom hex nut against the bracket.  
Hex  
Nuts  
Lock  
Washer  
Recheck both adjustments and readjust as necessary.  
Make certain hex nuts at cable bracket are tight (do not  
overtighten control cable).  
“Z” End  
of Cable  
Slot in  
Cable  
Bracket  
NOTE: If additional adjustment is required, it may be  
necessary to remove the belt cover and move the hex  
nuts at the other end of the clutch cable to increase belt  
tension.  
Figure 8  
NOTE: Do not overtighten control wire. Too much  
TIRE PRESSURE  
tension may cause it to break.  
The tires on your unit may be over-inflated for shipping  
purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before operating  
the unit. Recommended operating tire pressure is  
approximately 14 p.s.i. on 14 inch tires and 20 p.s.i. on  
16 inch tires. (Check sidewall of tire for tire manufac-  
turer’s recommended pressure).  
Final Clutch Adjustment  
Position the tiller so the front counterweight is  
against a solid object, such as a wall. With the gear  
selection lever in NEUTRAL, start the engine.  
NOTE: Keep hands out of belt area while unit is  
operating.  
WARNING: Maximum tire pressure under  
any circumstances is 30 p.s.i. Equal tire  
pressure should be maintained on both  
tires.  
Standing on the right side of the tiller, visually  
examine the belt (inside the belt cover). It should  
not be turning.  
If the belt turns with the unit in neutral, adjust by  
moving the hex nut below the cable bracket down a  
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER  
Gear Selection  
Handle  
Handle Height  
Adjustment Lock  
Clutch Handle  
Depth Stake  
Figure 9  
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Read this operator’s manual and guidelines before  
operating your tiller. Compare the illustrations in this  
manual with your unit to familiarize yourself with the  
location of various controls and adjustments. Save this  
manual for future reference.  
Wheels Forward - Forward wheel drive only.  
Tines Reverse - Forward wheel drive and reverse tine  
drive.  
WARNING: Make certain unit is in  
NEUTRAL when starting the engine.  
Gear Selection Handle  
The gear selection handle is located on the front of the  
handle assembly. It is used to select NEUTRAL,  
REVERSE, or one of the FORWARD modes.  
Clutch Handle  
The clutch handle is located beneath the handle.  
Squeezing the clutch handle against the handle  
engages the wheel and tine drive mechanisms. See  
Figure 9.  
This tiller is designed for the gear selection handle to be  
moved while the engine is running. (It will be difficult to  
obtain all four positions with the engine off.) Pull or push  
the handle so that the indicator on top of the shift cover  
points to the area of the operating mode desired. See  
Figure 9.  
Throttle Control  
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It  
controls the engine speed and stops the engine.  
NOTE: If difficulty is encountered in moving the gear  
selection handle, refer to following helpful hints.  
Choke Lever  
To shift into forward or reverse wheel drive, move tiller  
forward slightly, then backward, to allow the gears to  
synchronize.  
The choke lever is located on the engine. It is used to  
enrich the fuel mixture in the carburetor when starting a  
cold engine.  
To shift into forward and tine drive, push forward slightly  
on the gear selection handle and slowly engage the  
clutch handle allowing the gears to synchronize. To  
stop forward movement and tine drive, release the  
clutch handle. Do not shift gears with the clutch handle  
engaged except when engaging the tines.  
Depth Stake  
The depth stake controls the tilling depth. Refer to  
Setting The Depth in the Operating Section.  
Handle Adjustment  
Reverse - Reverse wheel drive only.  
Neutral - Transmission is in neutral.  
Forward Modes:  
The handle may be adjusted to the height desired by  
loosening the handle height adjustment lock a few  
turns. Pivot handle up or down to desired position.  
Tighten lock. See Figure 9.  
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR TILLER  
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain  
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is  
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark  
plug.  
Gas And Oil Fill-Up  
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in  
the separate engine manual packed with your tiller.  
Read instructions carefully.  
Place gear selection lever in NEUTRAL.  
Place the throttle control lever in FAST (Rabbit)  
position and move choke lever to CHOKE position.  
WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors with  
engine running or until the engine has  
been allowed to cool for at least two  
minutes after running.  
NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.  
Stand at side of tiller, grasp the starter handle, and  
pull out slowly until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope  
rewind slowly.  
Starting Engine  
Pull starter handle rapidly and do not allow handle  
to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while  
keeping a firm hold on the starter handle.  
Repeat these steps until engine starts.  
As engine warms up and begins to operate evenly,  
move choke lever gradually to RUN position. If  
NOTE: When pushing the unit with the engine off, you  
will hear a ratcheting sound (gear noise) which is  
normal.  
WARNING: Be sure no one is standing in  
front of the tiller while the engine is  
running or being started.  
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engine falters, return to choke position and then  
slowly move to RUN position.  
to give the deepest tilling depth. Raise the side  
shields to their highest position.  
Refer to engine manual for additional engine  
information.  
To transport tiller, lower the depth stake (use top  
adjustment hole).  
To adjust the depth stake, remove the clevis pin and  
hairpin clip. Move the depth stake to the desired setting.  
Secure with the clevis pin and hairpin clip.  
See Figure 10.  
To adjust the side shields, remove the wing nuts. Move  
the side shield to the desired position. Replace the wing  
nuts. Tighten securely. See Figure 11.  
Stopping Engine  
Move throttle control to STOP or OFF position.  
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to prevent  
accidentally starting while equipment is  
unattended.  
NOTE: After the first ten hours of operation, recheck  
the clutch adjustment. Refer to final clutch adjustment  
in Assembly Instructions.  
Use This  
Hole for  
Lowest (Shallowest)  
Position  
Side  
Shields  
IMPORTANT: When operating the tiller for the first time,  
use the depth stake setting that gives 1 inch of tilling  
depth (second hole from the top). See Figure 10.  
Setting The Depth  
Tilling depth is controlled by the depth stake which can  
be adjusted to five different settings. Adjust the side  
shields as the depth stake is being adjusted.  
Use This Hole for  
Highest (Deepest)  
Position  
WARNING: Do not at any time make any  
adjustments without first stopping engine  
and disconnecting spark plug wire.  
Figure 11  
When using the tiller for the first time, use the  
second adjustment hole from the top (1" of tilling  
depth). See Figure 10.  
Operating the Tiller  
Select the depth stake setting.  
Start engine as instructed in the previous section  
Starting Engine.  
Use This  
Position  
Move gear selection handle to one of the forward  
modes or reverse. A partial engagement may be  
necessary when engaging tines.  
First Time  
Transport  
Position  
1"  
WARNING: Do not move the gear selection  
handle with the wheels or tines engaged.  
Make certain the unit is stopped  
completely before changing the gear  
selection.  
Hairpin  
Clip  
3"  
Clevis  
Pin  
5"  
7"  
Squeeze the clutch handle against the upper  
handle to engage the wheels and tines.  
NOTE: Make certain the gear selection indicator is  
correctly positioned before engaging the clutch handle.  
If it is between gears, the engine will stall.  
To transport tiller, do not engage the tines. Select the  
wheel drive only.  
Figure 10  
When breaking up sod and for shallow cultivation,  
use the setting which gives 1" of tilling depth  
(second hole from the top). Place the side shields in  
their lowest position. For further depth, raise the  
depth stake and side shields and make one or two  
more passes over the area.  
WARNING: Do not push down on the  
handles so that the wheels are lifted off the  
ground while using the tine drive or the  
tiller could move backward and cause  
personal injury.  
For best results, it is recommended the garden be tilled  
twice (lengthwise, then widthwise) to pulverize the soil.  
When tilling loose soil, depth stake may be raised  
to its highest position (use bottom adjustment hole)  
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SECTION 5: ADJUSTING YOUR TILLER  
Handle Adjustment  
Carburetor Adjustment  
The handle height may be adjusted. Refer to the Know  
Your Tiller Section.  
WARNING: If any adjustments are made to  
the engine while the engine is running,  
(e.g. carburetor), disengage all clutches  
and tines. Keep clear of all moving parts.  
Be careful of heated surfaces and muffler.  
Belt Tension Adjustment  
Periodic adjustment of the belt tension may be required  
due to normal stretching and wearing of the belt.  
Adjustment is needed if the tines or wheels seem to  
hesitate while turning, but the engine maintains the  
same speed.  
Never make unnecessary adjustments. The factory  
settings are correct for most applications. If  
adjustments are needed, refer to the separate engine  
manual packed with your tiller.  
To adjust the tension on the belt, refer to Final Clutch  
Adjustment in the Assembly Section.  
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLER  
WARNING: Always stop engine and  
disconnect spark plug wire before  
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of  
plug replacement is recommended at the start of  
each tiller season; check engine manual for correct  
plug type and gap specification.  
maintenance on your machine.  
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush.  
Keep the cooling system (blower housing area)  
clean to permit proper air circulation which is  
essential to engine performance and life. Be certain  
to remove all dirt and combustible debris from  
muffler area.  
Lubrication  
Transmission: The transmission is pre-lubricated and  
sealed at the factory. See an authorized serviced  
dealer if service is required.  
Clutch Handle: Lubricate the pivot point on the clutch  
handle and the cable at least once a season with light  
oil. The control must operate freely in both directions.  
Cleaning The Tine Area  
Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use.  
The dirt washes off the tines easier if rinsed off  
immediately instead of after it dries. Always towel dry  
the tiller afterwards and apply a light coat of oil or  
silicone to prevent rusting or water damage.  
Pivot Points: Lubricate all pivot points and linkages at  
least once a season with light oil.  
Tine Shafts: Remove tine assemblies and lubricate the  
tine shafts at least once a season.  
IMPORTANT: Never use a pressure washer to clean  
your tiller. Water can penetrate tight areas of the tiller  
and its chaincase and cause serious damage to the  
unit.  
Wheel Shafts: Remove wheel assemblies and lubri-  
cate the axle shafts at least once a season.  
Maintenance  
Tires  
ENGINE  
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine  
maintenance instructions.  
Recommended operating tire pressure is approxi-  
mately 14 p.s.i. on 14 inch tires and 20 p.s.i. on 16 inch  
tires. (Check sidewall of tire for tire manufacturers rec-  
ommended pressure). Maximum tire pressure under  
any circumstances is 30 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure  
should be maintained on both tires.  
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate  
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and  
follow instructions carefully.  
Service air cleaner every ten hours under normal  
conditions. Clean every hour under extremely dusty  
conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding  
usually indicates that the air cleaner should be  
serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the  
separate engine manual packed with your unit.  
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap  
reset every 25 hours of engine operation. Spark  
When installing a tire to the rim be certain rim is clean  
and free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and rim gener-  
ously. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat beads.  
WARNING: Never exceed the maximum  
inflation pressure shown on the sidewall  
of the tire.  
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Remove belt and reassemble new belt, following  
instructions in reverse order.  
Belt Replacement  
Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire against  
the engine.  
NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is  
routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by  
engine pulley.  
Remove two torx head screws from the top of belt  
cover.  
Remove two hex cap nuts and flat washers from  
front side of the belt cover. Remove the hex nut and  
flat washer at the back of the cover.  
Remove the belt keeper assembly located behind  
the engine pulley by removing two hex bolts and  
lock washers. See Figure 12.  
Off-season Storage  
Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller  
thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the  
Lubrication Section.  
Refer to the engine manual for correct engine  
storage instructions.  
Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.  
Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to  
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.  
Engine  
Belt Keeper  
Pulley  
Hex Bolts  
Idler  
Belt  
Pulley  
Keeper  
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SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING  
Trouble  
Possible Cause(s)  
Corrective Action  
Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.  
1. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not  
last over thirty days unless a fuel stabilizer is  
used.  
2. Throttle control lever not in  
correct starting position.  
3. Blocked fuel line.  
2. Move throttle lever to start position.  
3. Clean fuel line.  
4. Dirty air cleaner.  
4. Refer to the separate engine manual.  
5. Move switch to ON position.  
6. Connect wire to spark plug.  
7. Clean, adjust gap or replace.  
8. Refer to the separate engine manual.  
5. Choke not in ON position.  
6. Spark plug wire disconnected.  
7. Faulty spark plug.  
8. Engine flooded.  
Engine runs erratic  
1. Unit running on CHOKE.  
2. Spark plug wire loose.  
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.  
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.  
2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh  
gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty days  
unless a fuel stabilizer is used.  
4. Vent in gas cap plugged.  
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.  
6. Dirty air cleaner.  
4. Clear vent.  
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.  
6. Refer to the separate engine manual.  
7. Refer to the separate engine manual.  
7. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
Engine overheats  
1. Engine oil level low.  
2. Dirty air cleaner.  
3. Air flow restricted.  
4. Carburetor not adjusted  
properly.  
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.  
2. Refer to the separate engine manual.  
3. Refer to the separate engine manual.  
4. Adjust carburetor as instructed in separate  
engine manual.  
Tines do not  
engage  
1. Foreign object lodged in tines.  
2. Tine clevis pin(s) missing.  
3. Pulley and idler not in correct  
adjustment.  
1. Dislodge foreign object.  
2. Replace tine clevis pin(s).  
3. Take unit to authorized service dealer.  
4. Not shifting properly.  
4. Refer to controls section of operators manual  
for proper shifting procedures.  
5. Control cable not adjusted  
properly.  
5. Adjust control cable.  
6. Belt worn and/or stretched.  
6. Replace belt.  
Wheels do not  
engage  
1. Clevis pin missing.  
2. Tiller is not being shifted  
properly.  
3. Control cable not adjusted  
properly.  
1. Replace clevis pin.  
2. Refer to controls section of operators manual  
for proper shifting procedures.  
3. Adjust control cable.  
4. Belt worn and/or stretched.  
4. Replace belt.  
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustment listed above, contact your nearest authorized service dealer.  
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Model RB-530  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Part Description  
Vinyl End Plug  
Clutch Control Assy.  
Torx Mach Screw 1/4 x .62"  
Part No.  
710-3097  
712-0798  
712-3004A  
Part Description  
1.  
2.  
3.  
735-0246  
647-0014  
710-1017  
39.  
40.  
43.  
Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 x 1" Lg.  
Hex Ins. L-Nut 3/8-16 Thd.  
Hex Flange Top L-Nut 5/16-18  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
786-0131  
786-0098  
786-0118  
720-0278  
720-0210A  
712-3008  
735-0127  
736-0204  
747-0902  
714-0104  
649-0017  
710-0896  
726-0330  
746-0916  
786-0120  
736-0117  
710-0253  
715-0120  
686-0095  
711-0415  
714-0149B  
642-0015  
642-0016  
786-0090  
786-0113  
686-0044A  
738-0849  
710-0376  
Handle Cover  
44.  
45.  
46.  
47.  
48.  
49.  
50.  
51.  
52.  
54.  
55.  
56.  
57.  
58.  
59.  
60.  
61.  
786-0076  
786-0077  
711-0415  
786-0085  
747-0432  
726-0106  
710-0189  
786-0101B  
710-1017  
786-0109  
786-0108  
784-0191  
712-0379  
750-0885  
784-0190  
712-0421  
736-0169  
777D03392  
777D03395  
Tine Shield Brkt. R.H.  
Tine Shield Brkt. L.H.  
Clevis Pin .375" Dia.  
Tine Shield  
Tiller Flap Rod  
Cap Speed Nut  
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 3" Lg.  
Shift Cover  
Torx Mach. AB-Tap Scr. 1/4 x .6"  
Handle Brkt. L.H.  
Retaining Brkt. R.H.  
Retaining Brkt. L.H.  
Grip  
Knob  
Hex Jam Nut 3/8-16 Thd.  
Rubber Washer  
Fl-Wash. .344" I.D. x .6" O.D.  
Gear Shift Rod  
Hairpin Clip  
Handle Assy.  
Tap Scr. 1/4-14 x 5/8" Lg.  
Cable Clip  
Clutch Cable  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
24.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
31.  
32.  
Handle Brkt. R.H.  
Hex Nut Retainer Brkt.  
Hex Flange Nut 3/8-24 Thd.  
Spacer .322 Dia.  
Handle Adjustment Crank  
Knob 5/16-18 Thd.  
L-Washer 3/8" I.D.  
Depth Bar  
Fl-Wash. 3/8" I.D. x 5/8" O.D.  
Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1" Lg.*  
Spiral Pin 3/16" x 1"  
Shift Crank Assy.  
Clevis Pin  
Label: WOP Handle Panel  
Label: WOP Belt Guard  
777D04012  
777S30038  
777I20765  
777I20358  
777I20780  
777I20779  
777I20781  
Label: WOP Engine  
Hairpin Clip  
Label: Rear Tine Warning  
Label: R N F T  
Tine Assembly L.H.  
Tine Assembly R.H.  
Side Shield  
Rear Tine Shield  
End Cover Assy.  
Hex Cap Bolt 5/16-18 x 1.25" Lg.  
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.  
Label: Place Hand Here  
Label: Operating Instructions  
Label: Shift Cover  
33.  
34.  
35.  
36.  
38.  
Label: FNR Front Handle  
NOTE: For painted parts, please refer to  
the list of color codes below. Please add the  
applicable color code, wherever needed, to  
the part number to order a replacement part.  
For instance, if a part, numbered 700-xxxx,  
is painted Oyster Gray, the part number to  
order would be 700-xxxx-0662.  
Oyster Gray: 0662  
Powder Black: 0637  
Red Metallic: 0650  
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Model RB-530  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Part Description  
Part No.  
756-0971  
Part Description  
1.  
2.  
710-3008  
712-3004A  
786-0107  
710-1017  
738-0899  
786-0117  
786-0100  
736-0142  
712-0392  
756-0634  
736-0105  
712-0379  
754-0438  
686-0031A  
736-0119  
710-0237  
738-0876  
712-0266  
756-0405  
710-0152  
736-0217  
736-0258  
756-0972  
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x .75" Lg.  
Hex Top L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd.  
Cable Mtg. Bracket  
24.  
25.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
31.  
Inner Engine Pulley Half  
Idler Bracket  
786-0080  
710-0723  
746-0916  
734-0255  
714-0104  
711-1017  
634-0112  
634-0108  
634-0110  
634-0111  
634-0106  
634-0107  
734-1796  
734-0808  
619-0009  
710-1007  
710-0376  
712-3004A  
686-0043A  
710-3038  
736-0256  
3.  
Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1.25" Lg.  
Clutch Cable  
4.  
Torx Mach. Screw 1/4 x .6" Lg  
Belt Cover Bolt  
5.  
Air Valve  
6.  
Shift Cover Bracket  
Belt Cover  
Hairpin Clip  
7.  
Clevis Pin  
8.  
Fl-Wash. .281" I.D. x .5" O.D.  
Hex Cap Nut 1/4-28 Thd.  
Flat Pulley 8" O.D.  
Rim Only (14")  
9.  
Rim Only (16")  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
32.  
Wheel Assy. Comp. R.H. (14")  
Wheel Assy. Comp. L.H. (14")  
Wheel Assy. Comp. R.H. (16")  
Wheel Assy. Comp. L.H. (16")  
Tire Only (14")  
Bell-Wash. .38" I.D. x .88" O.D.  
Hex Flange Nut.  
V-Belt  
Belt Keeper Brkt.  
L-Wash. 5/16" I.D.  
Tire Only (16")  
Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .62" Lg.  
Shld. Nut  
34.  
35.  
36.  
37.  
41.  
42.  
43.  
Frame Counterweight  
Hex TT-Tap Scr. 3/8-16 Thd.  
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1" Lg.  
Hex Flange L-Nut 5/16-18 Thd.  
Tine Shield Brkt. Assy.  
Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 7/8" Lg.  
Flat Washer .635 I.D. x .930 O.D  
Hex Jam L-Nut 3/8-16 Thd.  
Fl-Idler w/Flanges  
Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1" Lg.  
L-Wash. 3/8" I.D.  
Fl-Wash. 3/8" I.D. x 1" O.D.  
Outer Engine Pulley Half  
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Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Part Description  
Chain Case Gasket  
Reinforcement Plate  
Snap Ring  
Spacer .735" I.D. x .886" O.D.  
Wheel Shaft  
Spur Gear 46T  
Fl-Wash. .76" I.D. x 1.5" O.D.  
Shaft Seal  
Thr.Wash..445 I.D.x1.92 O.D.x  
Gear Case Assy. Half L.H.  
Spacer .635" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .78  
Jack Shaft 2.06" Lg.  
Part No.  
617-0002  
Part Description  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
8.  
9.  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
721-0295  
786-0086  
716-0865  
750-0938  
611-0058  
717-1458  
736-0351  
721-0379  
736-0518  
686-0039  
750-0935  
738-0885  
750-0936  
31.  
32.  
33.  
35.  
36.  
37.  
38.  
39.  
40.  
41.  
42.  
43.  
44.  
45.  
46.  
47.  
49.  
50.  
51.  
52.  
53.  
55.  
56.  
57.  
58.  
59.  
60.  
61.  
Gear and Sprocket Assy.  
Jack Shaft 5" Lg.  
Spacer .636" I.D. x .86" O.D.  
Spur Gear 10T  
Spacer 1.5" I.D. x 1.76" O.D.  
Sprocket#41 Chain  
Reverse Gear 46T  
Thrust Wash. .445" I.D. x 1.92"  
Shifter Assy.  
Spur Gear 17T  
Fl-Wash. .69" I.D. x 1.06" O.D.  
Wire Ring  
Clutch Collar  
Retaining Ring .875" Shaft  
Drive Shaft  
738-0884  
750-0931  
717-1411  
750-0930  
713-0436  
717-1405  
736-0518  
618-0245B  
717-1409  
736-0442  
732-0614  
718-0234  
716-0235  
711-1087  
713-0435  
717-1451A  
736-0336  
741-0124  
736-0329  
710-0258  
741-0563  
736-0512  
686-0094  
718-0237  
736-0265  
726-0331  
750-0987  
Spacer .635" I.D. x 1" O.D. x .37"  
15.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
19.  
617-0004  
712-3067  
736-0407  
712-0378  
710-0896  
Gear Idler Assy.  
Hex Patch L-Nut 7/16-20 Thd.  
Bell-Wash. .45" I.D. x 1" O.D.  
Hex Nut 7/16-20 Thd.  
Sprocket 11T  
Spur Gear 16T  
Fl-Wash. 5/8" I.D. x 1" O.D.  
Ball Bearing .669" I.D.  
L-Wash. 1/4" I.D.  
Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x .62" Lg.  
Ball Bearing  
Fl-Wash. .281" I.D. x .875" O.D.  
Gear Case Assy. Comp.  
Key Drive Shaft  
Fl-Wash. .88" I.D. x 1.5" O.D.  
Button Plug  
Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .5"  
20.  
21.  
22.  
23.  
24.  
26.  
27.  
28.  
29.  
30.  
732-0863  
741-0862  
721-0378  
736-0163  
750-0570  
611-0021  
713-0226  
713-0233  
686-0038  
736-0541  
Spring Detent  
Ball Detent  
Shaft Seal  
Thrust Wash. 1.03" I.D. x 1.62"  
Spacer 1" I.D. x 2" O.D. x .5" Thk.  
Tine Shaft Assy.  
Chain #50 5/8" Pitch x 52 Links  
Chain #41 1/2" Pitch x 30 Links  
Gear Case Assy. Half R.H.  
Fl-Wash. 7/16" I.D. x 1-3/8" O.D.  
Spacer 1.52" I.D.  
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MANUFACTURERS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:  
c. Log splitter pumps, valves and cylinders have a sepa-  
rate one year warranty.  
The limited warranty set forth below is given by White Out-  
door Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur-  
chased and used in the United States, its possessions and  
territories.  
d. White Outdoor Co. does not extend any warranty for  
products sold or exported outside of the United States  
of America, its possessions and territories, except  
those sold through White Outdoor Co. authorized  
channels of export distribution.  
White Outdoor Products Co. warrants this product against  
defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2)  
years commencing on the date of original purchase and  
will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part  
found to be defective in material or workmanship. This lim-  
ited warranty shall only apply if this product has been oper-  
ated and maintained in accordance with the Operators  
Manual furnished with the product, and has not been sub-  
ject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident,  
improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire,  
water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster.  
Damage resulting from the installation or use of any acces-  
sory or attachment not approved by White Outdoor Prod-  
ucts Co. for use with the product(s) covered by this manual  
will void your warranty as to any resulting damages.  
No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of  
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose,  
applies after the applicable period of express written  
warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other  
express warranty or guaranty, whether written or oral,  
except as mentioned above, given by any person or  
entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any  
product shall bind White Outdoor Co. During the  
period of the Warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair  
or replacement of the product as set forth above.  
(Some states do not allow limitations on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not  
apply to you.)  
Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to  
separate terms as follows: All normal wear part or compo-  
nent failures will be covered on the product for a period of  
90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the  
two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered  
ONLY IF caused by defects in material or workmanship of  
OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and compo-  
nents include, but are not limited to, belts, blades, blade  
adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow  
thrower skid shoes, shave plates and tires. Batteries are  
covered by a 90-day limited replacement warranty.  
The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the  
sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales.  
White Outdoor Co. shall not be liable for incidental or  
consequential loss or damages including, without limi-  
tation, expenses incurred for substitute or replace-  
ment lawn care services, for transportation or for  
related expenses, or for rental expenses to temporarily  
replace a warranted product. (Some states do not allow  
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential  
damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not  
apply to you.)  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available,  
WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL  
WHITE OUTDOOR DEALER. To locate the dealer in your  
area, please check for a listing in the Yellow Pages or con-  
tact the Customer Dealer Referral Line of White Outdoor  
Co. by calling 1-330-225-8883 or writing to P.O. Box  
361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.  
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the  
amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration  
of the safety features of the product shall void this War-  
ranty. You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or  
injury to you and your property and/or to others and their  
property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use  
the product.  
This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the  
following cases:  
This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than  
the original purchaser, original lessee or the person for  
whom it was purchased as a gift.  
a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items  
carry a separate manufacturers warranty. Please refer  
to the applicable manufacturers warranty on these  
items.  
b. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters,  
blade sharpening and tune-ups, or adjustments such  
as brake adjustments, clutch adjustments or deck  
adjustments; and normal deterioration of the exterior  
finish due to use or exposure.  
How State Law Relates to this Warranty: This limited  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights which vary from state to state.  
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