Bolens 12207 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
Tiller/Edger
• Safety
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance/Service
• Parts List
Model
12207
SAFETY FIRST!
Before operating this equipment, read this
Owner's Manual and the separate manual
supplied by the engine manufacturer.
GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED
TRAINING
• Read this Owner’s Manual and the separate Engine Owner’s
Manual very carefully before operating this equipment. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. A replacement Manual is available by contacting
your authorized dealer or the Factory.
• Never allow children or untrained adults to use this equipment. Let adults operate the unit only if instructed properly.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children and pets. Keep bystanders at least 25 feet from
the area of operation.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property and
themselves.
• Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals
on this equipment and on any of its attachments or accessories.
• Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is odorless,
colorless, and tasteless. Do not operate this equipment near
buildings, windows, or air conditioning equipment.
• Do not allow hands or any other part of the body or clothing
near the rotating tines or near any other moving part. The tines
begin to rotate forward once the engine is started and the throttle control lever is squeezed. The tines continue to rotate until
the operator releases the throttle control lever.
• Before inspecting or servicing any part of the equipment,
shut off engine, make sure all moving parts have come to a
complete stop, then disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
and move wire away from the plug.
• Do not operate this equipment if you are under the influence
of alcohol, medication, or when you are tired or ill.
PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all foreign objects.
• Make sure that the throttle control lever is disengaged and is
in the neutral position before you begin to start the engine.
• Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate outer
garments. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts of the machine or its engine.
• Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or when wearing sandals, sneakers, or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve footing on all surfaces.
• Wear approved safety glasses when operating this equipment. The operation of any powered machine can result in foreign objects being thrown by high-speed rotating parts.
• Do not till near underground electric cables, telephone lines,
pipes, or hoses. If in doubt, contact your utility or telephone
company to locate underground services.
• Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable and has explosive vapors. Take these precautions:
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap
of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot. Operators shall not smoke.
c. Keep matches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, open flames, and
sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container.
d. Fill fuel tank outdoors and with extreme caution. Never fill
fuel tank when indoors. Use a funnel or spout to prevent
spillage.
e. Replace all fuel tank and fuel container caps securely.
f. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine, but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have
dissipated.
• Never make adjustments to your equipment when the engine
is running or spark plug wire is connected (unless specifically
recommended in Owner’s Manual).
OPERATION
• The correct operator’s position is when you are standing
behind the handlebars, hands on handlebar grips, facing forward toward the engine. Do not leave this position while using
the engine throttle lever.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
• Exercise extreme caution when on or crossing gravel drives,
walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not
carry passengers.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, let all moving
parts come to a complete stop, disconnect the spark plug wire
and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then carefully
inspect the machine for damage. Repair the damage before
restarting and operating the machine.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine. Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from
touching the plug. Check immediately for the cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble. Fix the problem before using
the equipment again.
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SAFETY RULES
CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE WIRE WHERE IT
CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN
SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
IT MEANS– ATTENTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
• Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent
it from touching the spark plug whenever you leave the equipment, before unclogging the tines, or when making any repairs,
adjustments or inspections.
• Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Always stop the engine. Disconnect the spark plug
wire and prevent it from touching the plug.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and
make certain all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug to
avoid accidental starting.
• Never operate equipment without proper guards, plates, or
other protective safety devices in place.
• Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. The exhaust
fumes from the engine contain extremely dangerous carbon
monoxide gas. This gas is colorless, odorless, tasteless and
deadly poisonous.
• Keep children and pets away.
• Be aware that the equipment may unexpectedly bounce up-
ward or jump forward if the tines should strike extremely hard
packed soil, frozen ground, or buried obstacles such as large
stones, roots or stumps. If you are in doubt about the tilling
conditions, always use the following operating precautions to
assist you in maintaining control of the equipment:
a. Stand behind the equipment, using both hands on the
handlebars. Relax your arms, but use a secure hand grip.
b. Start tilling at shallow depths, working gradually deeper
with each pass.
c. Clear the tilling area of all large stones, roots, and other
debris.
d. In an emergency, stop the tines by releasing the engine
throttle lever on the handlebar. To stop the engine, move
the engine On-Off switch to OFF.
• Do not overload the machine’s capacity by attempting to till
too deeply at too fast a rate.
• Never operate the equipment on slippery surfaces. Look
behind and use care when backing up.
• Do not operate the equipment on a slope that is too steep for
safety. When on slopes, slow down and make sure you have
good footing.
• Never allow bystanders near the unit.
• Only use attachments and accessories that are factory-
approved.
• Never operate the equipment without good visibility or good
light.
• Never operate the unit if you are tired, or under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Do not tamper with the engine governor settings on the
machine; the governor controls the maximum safe operating
speed and protects the engine and all other moving parts from
damage caused by engine overspeed. Authorized service shall
be sought if a problem exists.
• Do not touch engine parts which may be hot from operation.
Allow parts to cool before inspecting, cleaning or repairing.
• Remember: you can stop the tines by releasing the engine
throttle lever. Move the engine On-Off switch to OFF to shut the
engine off.
• Never transport this machine when the engine is running.
• Terminals and non-insulated electrical parts shall be protect-
ed against shorting during normal servicing, refueling or
lubrication.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine
toward you.
• Start the engine carefully according to instructions and with
feet well away from the tines.
MAINTENANCE/STORAGE
• Keep the tiller, attachments and accessories in safe working
condition.
• Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure equipment is in safe working
condition.
• Never store equipment with fuel in fuel tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or spark (hot water and
space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors,
etc.).
• Allow the engine to cool before storing the equipment.
• Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or grease to reduce the
chance of a fire hazard.
• Store gasoline in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away
from any spark- or flame-producing equipment. Store gasoline
in an approved container, safely away from the reach of
children.
• Never perform maintenance when engine is running or spark
plug wire is connected unless instructed to do so.
• If fuel tank must be drained, do so outdoors.
• Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safe loading,
unloading, transport and storage of machine.
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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer , birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Tiller/Edger with
Edger Attachment. It has been designed, engineered and
manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and
performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized dealer or the
Factory.
Please read and retain this Manual. The instructions will help
you assemble and maintain your machine properly. Always
observe the “SAFETY RULES.”
WARNING: This machine 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 muffler meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester muffler 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.
This engine is not equipped with a spark arrestor for the muffler. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your
nearest authorized Engine Dealer.
Product Specifications
See Back Cover for
Customer Service Information
HORSEPOWER: 2 HP
DISPLACEMENT: 3.0 CU. IN.
FUEL CAPACITY: 20 ozs.
(24:1 gasoline to 2-cycle oil mixture)
SPARK PLUG (GAP 0.030-in.): Champion RCJ-6Y*
or equivalent
IGNITION Electronic
NET ENGINE WEIGHT 7.5 LBS.
SAFETY RULES......................................................2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.......................................4
ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS .............................5
ASSEMBLY...........................................................6
OPERATION..........................................................9
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE.........................................13
STORAGE...........................................................15
TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................16
DECALS.............................................................16
REPAIR PARTS - TRANSMISSION...............................17
REPAIR PARTS - GENERAL ASSEMBLY ........................18
Accessories and Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Aerator Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Borders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 12
Border/Edger Attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 8
Carburetor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Control Lever, Engine Throttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Cultivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
* Always replace spark plug with a resistor plug.
This machine meets voluntary safety standard
B71.8 – 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor
Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published by
the American National Standards Institute.
TO AVOID INJURY:
• READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
• KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.
• KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE
AND WORKING.
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNINSTRUCTED
ADULTS TO OPERATE MACHINE.
• SHUT OFF ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG
WIRE BEFORE MANUALLY UNCLOGGING TINES OR
MAKING REPAIRS.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM MACHINE.
• KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS.
• USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REVERSING OR
PULLING THE MACHINE TOWARDS YOU.
WARNING
OPERATOR’S
POSITION
References to LEFT and
RIGHT sides of the tiller
are given from the operator’s position behind
the handlebars (unless
noted otherwise).
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INDEX (CONTINUED)
Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Edging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Engine
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Carburetor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Engine On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,10
Fuel Mixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Fuel Primer Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Recoil Start Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Starting Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Stopping Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Throttle Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Features/Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Fuel Mixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Fuel Primer Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Gasoline/ Two-Cycle Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Handlebar Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 9
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Oil/Gasoline Mixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Off-Season Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-19
Power Lawn Rake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Recoil Starter Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-19
Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Service Recommendation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Starter Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Tilling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tilling Depth Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Tilling Widths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Tine Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Tips/Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
W, X, Y, Z
RIGHT
SIDE
FORWARD
LEFT
SIDE
ACCESSORIES/ATTACHMENTS
Power Lawn Rake Attachment – Model 12575
The Power Lawn Rake will help keep
your lawn healthy and vigorous.
Matted grass and debris not
only looks unattractive, but
stifles lawn growth and
overall health. This attachment mounts without tools
and features dozens of
tempered steel “fingers”
that spring off the surface
to penetrate and loosen
matted grass without disturbing root growth. An 18"-wide
swath covers a large lawn area quickly.
Lawn Aerator Attachment – Model 12574
Helps promote healthy, dense lawns by
aerating and loosening the soil to
contribute to better root
growth. Four tempered steel
tines puncture the
surface of the lawn, letting
nutrients more easily reach
the roots. Assembles
without tools. When
mounted, it takes the
place of the standard tine
sections.
The following accessories and attachments are available where
the Tiller/Edger was purchased. See your authorized dealer or
contact the Factory for details.
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
6
(1) Border/Edger Wheel
(1) Short Bushing
for Border/Edger
(2) Bushings for Narrow Width Tilling
Parts bag contents (not shown full size)
Parts packed separately in carton (not shown full size)
(1) Border/Edger Tine
ASSEMBLY
Read these instructions in their entirety before you attempt to
assemble or operate your new equipment.
The Border Edger Attachment does not need to be installed until
you are ready to do edging projects (refer to instructions in this
Section).
To ensure safe and proper operation of your machine, all parts
and hardware you install or adjust must be tightened securely.
Use the correct tools to ensure proper tightness.
IMPORTANT:The correct mixture of unleaded automotive gasoline and two-cycle motor oil (a 24:1 ratio of gasoline to twocycle oil) must be added to the fuel tank before starting the
engine. See instructions in this Section.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
• Inspect your machine immediately. If you find or suspect
damage to the carton or contents, contact your local authorized dealer or the Factory for assistance.
• Remove any packing material. Check for small parts before
discarding the packing material or carton.
• Perform the assembly on a clean, level surface. Be careful not
to severely bend any of the control cables on the unit.
• Before starting any assembly steps, disconnect the engine
spark plug wire from the spark plug.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY: An adjustable wrench and a
slotted-head and a Phillips-head screwdriver may be needed to
tighten any loose hardware.
ASSEMBLY STEPS
STEP 1: Unfold and Adjust Handlebars
IMPORTANT: Be careful not to pinch any wires or cables while
unfolding and adjusting the handlebars.
• Loosen the two handlebar knobs (A, Figure 1) and unfold the
handlebars into the operating position. Do not use force — if
there is binding, continue to loosen the knobs.
• There are two height settings holes in the upper handlebar.
The unit is shipped with the handlebar knobs in the lowest
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