Dirty hand tools 100983 Operation Manual

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Counter-Rotating

Rear Tine Tiller

MODEL # 100983

Operation Manual

is safety alert symbol identies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death.

Part # 101192 Rev C

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For Service or Questions

Call 1-877-487-8275

720-287-5182

www.dirtyhandtools.com

Dirty Hand Tools® is a brand of

1100 W 120th Ave, Suite 600

Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Information

Intended Use Personal Protective Equipment General Safety Safety Decals

Unpacking and Assembly Instructions

Unpacking Attaching the Handlebar

Attaching the Wheels..................................................................9

Tiller Overview

Operating Precautions Operating Instructions

Preparation Pre-Start Inspection Startup Shutting Down Tilling Depth Regulator Adjustment Belt Tension Adjustment Tilling Tips

Maintenance

Lubrication Cleaning the Tine Axle Shaft Changing the Forward/Reverse Belt Engine Maintenance Transmission Grease Tire Pressure Storage Troubleshooting

Handlebar and Control Lever Parts List Motor Mount Parts List Tines and Safety Shields Parts List Warranty & Specications

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Important Safety Information

WARNING

WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions

and safety information before assembling or operating this tiller. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this tiller who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a tiller can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this tiller if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation.

Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit www.dirtyhandtools.com if you have any questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment.

DANGER

Intended Use

Do Not Use the tiller for any purpose other than tilling garden soil for which it was designed. Any other use is unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death.

Personal Protective Equipment

When operating this tiller it is essential that you wear safety gear including goggles or safety glasses, steel toed shoes and tight ﬁtting gloves (no loose cuﬀs or draw strings). Always wear ear plugs or sound deafening headphones to protect against hearing loss when operating this tiller. Always wear sturdy footwear. Never wear sandals, sneakers or open shoes, and never operate the tiller with bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.

CAUTION

YOUR TILLER IS EQUIPPED WITH A SAFETY

DEVICE THAT ENABLES YOU TO STOP THE WHEELS

AND TINES QUICKLY IN AN EMERGENCY.

Learn how the drive safety control lever operates and how to

control the tiller at all times.

Read the entire Operation Manual before using this equipment!

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Important Safety Information

General Safety

Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or death.

DANGER

READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE

OPERATION.

• Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time.

Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.

• Keep all people and pets a minimum of 10 feet away from the

work area when operating this tiller.

• Do not operate the tiller when under the inﬂuence of alcohol,

drugs or medication.

• Do not allow a person who is tired or otherwise impaired or not

completely alert to operate the tiller.

DANGER

CAREFULLY INSPECT THE AREA TO BE TILLED AND

REMOVE ALL FOREIGN OBJECTS.

Do not till above underground water lines, gas lines, electric cables,

or pipes. Do not operate the tiller in soil with large rocks and

foreign objects which can damage the equipment.

• Leave control lever in the neutral position before starting the engine.

• Handle fuel with care; it is highly ﬂammable. Use an approved fuel container. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never ll fuel tank

indoors.

• Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running.

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Important Safety Information

• Read the Operator’s Manual before operating.

• Know the location and function of all controls.

• Keep all shields and guards in place and in good condition while in operation.

• Never allow children to operate the tiller.

• Wear approprate clothing and footwear.

• Never wear loose clothing that can become entangled in rotating parts.

• Wear protective goggles or eyewear.

• Wear protective noise reduction head gear.

• Carefully inspect the area to be tilled. Remove rocks and other obstacles.

• Check for underground utility lines including electrical, water, gas and other pipes before beginning operation.

• STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE REMOVING DEBRIS OR SERVICING.

• SHUT THE ENGINE OFF WHEN LEAVING THE TILLER FOR ANY REASON.

• WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO STOP.

101027

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY

• Never start or operate the tiller with the wheels in the Free-Wheel position. Make sure wheel lockouts are engaged through wheel hubs and axle.

• Wheels act as brakes to keep the tiller at a controlled speed. Disengage wheel lockouts ONLY when the engine has stopped.

WHEELS ACT AS BRAKES

OPERATION

REFER TO OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR

DETAILED OPERA TION AND

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO START:

1. Move drive control lever to neutral position.

2. Lower the drag stake so that the tines do not touch the ground.

3. Check position of wheels and wheel lockouts.

4. Slide choke control to choke position.

5. Move throttle control lever to the fast position.

6. Pull starter rope.

101026

DANGER

• Tines and wheels rotate

when drive control lever is pulled toward the handle bar.

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Releasing the drive control

lever stops the wheels and tines from rotating.

AVOID INJURY FROM

ROTATING TINES!

KEEP HANDS, FEET

AND CLOTHING AW AY!

DO NOT START ENGINE UNLESS THE BELT COVER IS ATTACHED TO THE TILLER.

KEEP HANDS, FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM MOVING BELTS AND PULLEYS. FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

101028

101029

Safety Decals

Safety labels on the tiller are to remind you of important information while you are operating the unit. Make sure all safety warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Dirty Hand Tools at 1-877-487-8275 for replacement decals.

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Unpacking and Assembly

Your tiller comes partially assembled at the factory. e following instructions will help you unpack your tiller, assemble and adjust the depth regulator lever, cable tension and handlebar height. You will need 2- 9/16” wrenches.

Unpacking

Open top of carton and remove handlebar assembly. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains: 2 each - Flanged Hex Bolt, M12 x 50 2 each - Flanged Hex Bolt, M12 x 25 4 each - Nylock Hex Nut, M12 4 each - Hex Bolt, M6 x 35 4 each - Nylock Hex Nut, M6 2 each - Lynch Pin, 5/16” x 1-3/4” 1 each - Detent Pin, 5/16” x 2”

Do not attempt to lift the tiller from the carton. Cut open end of carton and remove machine by putting wheels onto machine with lock pin disengaged from wheel. en toll the tiller from carton.

Transmission Gear

Dip Stick

Figure 1

CAUTION

DO NOT ADD ENGINE OIL TO THE

TRANSMISSION GEAR CASE

Only Liquid Grease should be used when needed.

e tiller transmission is lled at the factory with the correct amount

of liquid grease (see Figure 1).

CAUTION

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START ENGINE

BEFORE ADDING OIL TO ENGINE

e engine is shipped from the factory without oil. You must add

engine oil before starting the engine. Use only the recommended

weight of oil for a 4-cycle engine (See Engine Operation Manual).

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1. Attaching the Handlebar

1. Place the handlebar plate assembly and Hex Nuts, M6 Nylock

2. Position the upper handelbar assembly 2 to align with one of the three sets of holes on the Tiller Frame

Hex Bolt, M12 x 25

bottom side with

3. Tighten all hardware securely.

NOTE: e three dierent positions for attachment to the lower handlebar assembly allow for height adjustment.

, align holes, and attach with Hex Bolts, M6 x 35

Hex Nuts, M12 Nylock

on outside of upper handlebar

in 4 places.

and attach with

on top and Hex Bolt, M12 x 50 7 on the

in four places.

Item # Part # Description Qty.

1 101728 Handlebar Plate 1

2 100926 Upper Handlebar Assembly 1 3 101713 Hex Bolts, M6 x 35 4 4 101494 Hex Nuts, M6 Nylock 4 5 101080 Tiller Frame 1 6 100953 Hex Bolt, M12 x 25 2 7 100954 Hex Bolt, M12 x 50 2 8 100059 Hex Nuts, M12 Nylock 4

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2. Attaching the Wheels

To place wheels in tilling position. (See Figure)

1. Slide wheel

2. Align hole in axle with hole in wheel hub.

3. Insert lynch pin

4. Firmly lock wheel and axle together before tilling.

4. Repeat for other wheel.

NOTE: Always have both wheel lock pins in or out. Do not operate tiller with only one wheel locked.

To place wheels in free-wheel position.

1. Remove lynch pin. Slide wheel inward toward machine.

2. Insert pin in axle only.

3. Wheel should turn freely on axle.

onto axle.

through holes, fold lock pin ring to secure pin.

WARNING

NEVER START ENGINE OR OPERATE TILLER WITH

WHEELS IN FREEWHEEL POSITION.

e free-wheel position is for transporting the tiller long

distances over level ground-do not attempt to move the tiller up or

down steep grades in the free-wheel position.

Position the lock pin in the

axle holes only to permit

free wheel turning.

Item # Part # Description Qty.

1 100879 Wheel, Right 13 x 5-6 1

100907 Wheel, Left 13 x 5-6 1

2 101221 Lynch Pin, 5/16” x 1-3/4” 2

3 100884 Retaining Ring, 1” 2

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Tiller Overview

SAFETY

CONTROL

LEVER

DRIVE

CABLE

RECOIL

STARTER

BELT

GUARD

DEPTH

REGULATOR

SAFETY

SHIELD

WHEEL

LOCK PIN

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Operating Precautions

CAUTION

READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE

PRECAUTIONS BELOW.

Always perform the pre-start checklist before starting the engine.

• Never operate the tiller without safety guards and covers in place.

• Never start the engine or operate the tiller with the wheels in the free- wheel position. Make sure the wheel lock pins are engaged through the wheel hubs and wheel axle. e wheels act as a brake to keep the tiller at a controlled speed. Disengage wheel lock pins to permit freewheeling only when engine is stopped.

• Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts. Keep

clear of tiller tines at all times.

• Tines and wheels rotate when tiller is engaged in forward, tines and wheels rotate when the drive safety control lever, is pulled toward the handlebar. Releasing the drive safety control lever to the neutral position

stops the wheels and tines.

• Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or trac.

• After striking an obstacle, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, inspect the tiller for damage and repair before restarting.

• If tines become clogged, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before removing any obstruction.

• Engine muer will be hot from operation. Do not touch it with bare skin or a severe burn may result.

• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is a problem warning.

• Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are deadly.

• Do not overload the tiller by trying to till too deep or too fast.

• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer.

• Never operate the tiller without good visibility or adequate light.

• Be careful when tilling in hard ground. e tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller backwards. If this occurs, let go of the

handlebars and do not restrain the machine.

• Take precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Disengage all control levers, stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and make certain guards and shields are in place.

• Shut o the engine when leaving the operating position for any reason. Wait for all moving parts to stop.

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Operating Instructions

Preparation for Operation

Fill Engine Crankcase with Oil

1. Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overll. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Use no special additives with recommended oils. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil ll plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the ll plug opening.

2. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use.

Pre-Start Inspection

1. Make sure safety shields are in place and nuts & bolts are secure.

2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual for procedure and specications.

3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness.

4. Check the fuel supply. Fill the fuel tank no closer than 1 inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion. See your engine manual for fuel recommendations.

5. Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely.

6. Check position of wheels and wheel lock pins.

7. Check depth regulator lever position.

8. Examine underneath and around engine for oil or fuel leaks.

9. Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage.

10. Look for signs of engine damage.

11. Remove excessive debris from muer area and recoil starter.

WARNING

WHEELS MUST ALWAYS BE LOCKED IN THE TILLING

POSITION WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING.

Do not operate the tiller with the wheel lockouts unlocked. Always

set the wheels in tilling position before starting engine. Always put

the depth regulator lever in the transport position before starting

engine. Tines should clear the ground.

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Operating Instructions

WARNING

NEVER START ENGINE OR OPERATE TILLER WITH

WHEELS IN FREEWHEEL POSITION.

e free-wheel position is for transporting the tiller long distances.

Start-Up

e controls required to start and run the tiller are located on the engine and are marked “Choke” and “rottle”. A detailed description of engine operation and precautions is available in the engine operation manual.

Cold Starts

1. Move choke lever to full choke position.

2. Move throttle lever to “start”.

3. Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return normally.

4. Pull starting rope out rapidly, and allow rope to return normally.

5. When engine starts, gradually move choke lever to “no choke” position and increase throttle speed.

Restarting A Warm Engine

Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous running does not normally require use of the choke.

1. Move throttle lever to “start” position.

2. Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts. Allow rope to return normally. Repeat until engine starts.

3. Adjust throttle speed to “high” for best tiller action.

Idle Speed

Use the “low” position on the throttle lever to reduce stress on the engine when tilling is not being performed. Lowering the engine speed to “idle” will help extend the life of the motor, as well as conserve fuel and reduce the noise level of the equipment.

Operating Speed

For normal tilling, set the throttle lever to “fast”.

Shutting Down

To stop the engine at any time, move throttle control to the o position. To stop wheels and tines at any time, release drive safety control levers to neutral position.

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Operating Instructions

WARNING

PRACTICE OPERATING THE CONTROLS AND USING

THE TILLER WITH TINES OUT OF GROUND BEFORE

BEGINNING TO TILL.

It is important that you know how to use the tiller properly,

keep control at all times, stop the tines and wheels from turning,

and stop the engine if necessary.

Read the entire Operation Manual before using the equipment!

Tilling

1. Adjust depth regulator lever to desired tilling depth. (See page 15)

Note: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a time, testing tiller operation after each raise. Raising depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of control of tiller!

Pulling the safety

control lever towards the

handlebar engages both

the wheels and tines.

2. Move the throttle control to fast.

3. Place the tiller in forward by pushing down on the drive safety control lever-this will engage the wheels and tines.

Note: You can slow the tiller’s forward advance at any time by putting slight downward pressure on the handlebars. You can stop the tiller by releasing the drive safety control levers to the neutral position.

Drive Safety Control Lever

Pulling the drive safety control lever toward the handlebar engages the wheels and tines. Releasing the lever stops the wheels and tines and brings the tiller to a complete stop (see Figure 2).

Figure 2

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DEPTH

REGULATOR

LEVER

Figure 3

STRETCH

DETENT

SAFETY

CONTROL

LEVER

1/4”

FORWARD

CABLE

Operating Instructions

Depth Regulator Adjustment

Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth regulator lever. To adjust tilling depth (see Figure 3).

1. Remove detent pin.

2. Raise the depth regulator lever to position tines at chosen tilling depth.

3. Align hole in depth regulator lever with hole in depth regulator bracket and replace detent pin.

Depth Regulator Lever Down = Shallower tilling. Place the detent pin in the top hole of the depth regulator lever for shallowest tilling. Depth Regulator Lever Up = Deeper tilling. Place the detent pin in the bottom hole of the depth regulator lever for deepest tilling.

Belt Tension Adjustment

Proper belt tension is critical to good performance. After 1/2 hour of operation, all cables may have to be adjusted due to initial stretch. ereafter, check tension after every 2 hours of operation. To increase belt tension (see Figure 4):

1. Loosen upper jam nut. Turn nut up cable in 1/8” increments.

2. Tighten lower jam nut.

3. Check adjustment.

is procedure can be repeated until conduit adjustment bolts are fully adjusted. If no more adjustment can be made, belt may have to be replaced.

Tilling Tips

e key to successful tilling is to begin with a shallow cut on the rst pass, and then work an inch or two deeper on each successive pass.

• Tilling depth will vary with ground conditions.

• When beginning to till in unbroken ground or in extremely hard

soil, set the detent pin in the highest hole of the drag stake. is will allow for shallow tilling. With the drag stake in this position, make several light passes over the area to be tilled. Reset for deeper depths with successive passes.

• If tiller jumps or skids uncontrollably, lower the drag stake by

placing the detent pin in a higher hole. is will allow for shallower tilling. Hold rmly to the handlebars to control sudden lurches.

JAM NUTS

Figure 4

Immediately release the drive control lever if the tines jam or you strike a foreign object. With drive control lever in neutral position, push throttle control to stop position to stop the engine. Disengage the spark plug wire. When tines have stopped, remove foreign objects and check for damage.

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Maintenance

WARNING

THE TILLER TRANSMISSION IS SHIPPED FROM

FACTORY WITH THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF

LIQUID GREASE.

• Keep tiller, safety shields and covers, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition.

• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• To prevent accidental starting, always disconnect and secure the

spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing tiller maintenance.

• Never run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are toxic.

• Always allow muﬄer to cool before ﬁlling fuel tank.

• Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a closed

building where fumes may reach an open ﬂame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any building.

• Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for important

details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period.

• Add a fuel stabilizer to gas tank and run for 10-15 minutes

to prevent fuel from gumming up during an extended storage period.

Lubrication

Proper lubrication of moving mechanical parts is critical for proper care and maintenance. Oil the moving parts at 10 hour intervals using a 30 weight oil.

Cleaning the Tine Axle Shaft

1. Turn oﬀ engine. Engine must be cool.

2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug.

3. Tip the tiller forward. Block the tiller in position so that it rests

on the engine mount and the tines are exposed.

4. Remove all vegetation, string, wire, and other material that may

have accumulated on the axle between the inside set of tines and the seal on the transmission housing.

5. Tip the tiller back to a level position.

6. Replace spark plug wire.

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Maintenance

Changing the Forward/Reverse Belt

1. Turn oﬀ engine. Engine must be cool.

2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug.

3. Remove belt guard (see Figure 5).

• Remove the forward belt from the forward engine pulley.

• Gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley.

• With the pulley turning, force the forward belt out of the V-groove.

• Slide the belt free of the engine pulley.

• Pull the forward belt down and out of the way.

4. Install new forward belt:

• Place forward belt in transmission pulley groove.

• Gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley while

forcing the forward belt into the V-groove.

5. Re-attach belt guard.

6. Attach spark plug wire.

TRANSMISSION

PULLEY

ENGINE PULLEY

FORWARD

BELT

Figure 5

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Maintenance

WARNING

TURN OFF ENGINE AND DETACH SPARK PLUG

WIRE. ENGINE MUST BE COOL.

Engine Maintenance

Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual provides detailed information and a schedule for performing the following:

1. Check oil level before each use and after 8 hours of operation.

2. Change oil after ﬁrst 5-8 hours of operation. Change oil while engine is warm. Reﬁll with new oil of recommended grade.

4. Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation.

5. Service air cleaner.

6. Keep engine and parts clean.

7. Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts.

Check or Fill Engine Crankcase

1. Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overﬁll. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Use no special additives with recommended oils. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil ﬁll plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the ﬁll plug opening.

2. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use.

Check Tiller Transmission Grease

Note: Transmission grease does not have to be changed unless contaminated with dirt, sand, metal or other foreign debris. Check the grease level annually. To check the grease level:

1. Move tiller to level ground.

2. Remove grease level dipstick located between the handlebar mounts on the engine mount. Correct grease level is indicated by presence of grease on the dipstick. If dipstick is dry, reﬁll with Mobilux EP1 or equivalent transmission grease.

3. Replace grease level dipstick in the ﬁller hole.

4. Note that the front wheel transmission and rear tine transmission are one common reservoir. When you add to the front transmission, you must wait a short period of time for the grease to ﬂow rearward and equalize in both front and rear. e dipstick will read correctly on level ground for both gear units. (Use Mobilux EP1 or equivalent, transmission grease)

Check Tire Pressure

Recommended tire pressure is 20 PSI. If tires do not have equal pressure, tiller will pull to one side.

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Storage

WARNING

DO NOT STORE TILLER IN

UNVENTILATED AREA

where fuel fumes may reach ame, sparks, pilot lights

or other ignition source.

Drain fuel outdoors away from any ignition sources.

Use only approved fuel containers.

Prepare for Storage

Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage. Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for storage.

1. Protect wheels and axles from rust: Remove lock pin and slide wheel oﬀ hub. Coat the axles lightly with axle grease. Slide wheel back on hub and insert lock pin.

2. Drain fuel system completely following engine manufacturer’s instructions or add fuel stabilizer to prevent fuel from gumming up during extended storage period.

3. While engine is still warm, drain the oil from the engine. Reﬁll with fresh oil of the recommended grade.

4. Clean external surfaces, engine and cooling fan.

5. Remove spark plug, pour one ounce of SAE 30 oil into spark plug hole.

6. Plug hole and pull starter cord slowly to distribute oil evenly in cylinder head area.

7. Reinstall spark plug.

8. Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of ﬁre from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Remember, gasoline fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion and ﬁre.

9. If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tampering, remove the spark plug and store it in a safe place before storing the tiller unit. Be sure to plug the spark plug hole to prevent foreign material from entering.

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Engine will not start • Add gas to gas tank.

• Connect spark plug wire to spark plug

• rottle must be positioned at choke for a cold start

Engine runs rough, oods during operation • Clean or replace air cleaner

Engine is hard to start

• Make sure spark plug wire is securely attached to

• Drive safety control levers must be released to neutral

Engine misses or lacks power • Raise the tines for shallow tilling by lowering the

• Remove and clean fuel tank

• Clean or replace air cleaner

• Improper carburetor adjustment, take to authorized

• Replace spark plug and adjust gap

• Drain and rell gas tank and carburetor

Engine will not stop when throttle control • See engine manual to check and adjust the is positioned at stop throttle linkage

Tiller moves forward during starting • Drive safety control levers must be released to neutral

Tiller is dicult to control when tilling • Lock wheels in tilling position (machine jumps or lurches forward) • Raise the tines for shallower tilling by lowering the

• Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use gas stabilizer at end of season

spark plug

position to start the engine

depth regulator lever

engine service center

position to start the engine

depth regulator lever

Tines turn, wheels do not turn • Lock wheels in tilling position

• Internal transmission failure, see your dealer

Tines turn, wheels turn, tiller does not move • Lower the tines for deeper tilling by raising the depth

regulator lever

Belt squeals when in neutral position • Adjust forward belt guide by turning engine o and

allow muer to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire and secure. Remove belt guard. Pull down on drive safety

control lever and manually bend forward belt guide so there is 1/16” or less clearance between belt guide and belt. Replace belt guard and spark plug wire.

Excessive heat build up in transmission/tine area • Clean the Tine Axle Shaft (See Page 16) during tilling • Check transmission uid and ll if needed

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Handlebar and Control Lever Parts List

2 Plcs

4 Plcs

Item # Part # Description Qty.

1 100914 Control Lever 1

2 100913 Upper Handlebar Assembly 1

3 101728 Handlebar Plate 1

4 101713 Hex Bolt, M6 x 35mm 4

5 101494 Hex Nut, Nylock M6 4

6 100951 Cable Linkage 1

7 101907 Hex Nut, Nylock 10-24 1

8 100918 Compression Spring 1

9 101132 Jam Nut, M8 4

10 100917 Drive Cable 1

11 100953 Hex Bolt, M12 x 25mm 2

12 100954 Hex Bolt, M12 x 50mm 2

13 100059 Hex Nut, Nylock M12 4

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Motor Mount Parts List

1517

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Motor Mount Parts List

Item # Part # Description Qty.

1 101080 Tiller Frame Assembly 1

2 100972 Engine Assembly with Pulleys 1

3 100978 V-Belt, Transmission 1

4 100956 Belt Guide Rod

5 101719 Lower Belt Shield 1

6 100906 Engine Guard 1

7 100977 Gearbox Dip Stick 1

8 101180 Pulley Shield 1

9 101708 Button Head Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 20mm 3

10 100129 Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 45mm, G8.8 5

11 100837 Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 60mm, G8.8 4

12 100128 Hex Nut, Nylock, M8 x 1.25, G8.8 5

13 100130 Flat Washer, M8 18

14 101536 Hex Bolt M6 x 1.0 x 20mm, G8.8 4

15 100579 Hex Nut, M8 x 1.25 4

16 100955 Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 40mm, G8.8 4

17 100127 Lock Washer, M8 4

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Tines and Safety Shields Parts List

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Tines and Safety Shields Parts List

Item # Part # Description Qty.

1 101104 Tine Cover Assembly 1

2 101715 Tine Guard Left 1

3 101716 Tine Guide Right 1

4 101714 Hex Bolt, M6 x 1.0 x 12mm, G8.8 8

5 100125 Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 20mm G8.8 4

6 101494 Hex Nut, Nylock, M6 x 1.0, G8.8 8

7 100128 Hex Nut, Nylock, M8 x 1.25, G8.8 2

8 100130 Flat Washer, M8 6

9 100127 Lock Washer, M8 2

10 100888 Driveline Assembly 1

11 100885 Transmission Pulley 1

12 100125 Hex Bolt M8 x 1.25 x 20mm, G8.8 1

13 100127 Lock Washer, M8 1

14 100809 Flat Washer, 5/16 x 1-1/2” 1

15 100878 Tines Right 1

16 100877 Tines Left 1

17 100805 Hex Bolt, 3/8-16 x 2”, G5 2

18 100611 Lock Washer, 3/8 2

19 100610 Hex Nut, 3/8-16, G5 2

20 100886 Pulley Key Bar 1

21 100873 Tail Mount 1

22 100085 Hex Bolt, M6 x 1.0 x 20mm, G8.8 2

23 100884 Retaining Ring, 1” 2

24 100125 Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 20mm, G8.8 4

25 100127 Lock Washer, M8 4

26 100887 Gearbox Gasket 2

27 100202 Lock Washer, M6 2

28 100883 Drag Bar 1

29 120880 Drag Bar Knob 1

30 100085 Hex Bolt, M6 x 20mm 1

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Notes

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Notes

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Warranty & Specications

IMPORTANT NOTICE

We, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/ or speciﬁcations in this manual without notiﬁcation. e manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only.

Warranty Repair and Service

Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair. Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit www.dirtyhandtools.com for the location of the nearest service center.

Record the information below for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase

Specications

SKU/Part No. 100983

Description Counter Rotating Rear Tine Tiller Engine 6.5 HP 196CC Kohler SH265*, EPA/CARB Approved Engine Oil Capacity** 0.63 quarts (0.6 liters) Operating Speed 3600 RPM Nominal Power Rating 4.476 kW Tilling Width 16” Tilling Depth 10” Tires 12” diameter, 20 psi recommended pressure Transmission Neutral (disengaged), and Forward (engaged) Transmission Capacity 18-22 ounces liquid grease (factory ﬁlled) Dimensions 33”L x 19”W x 45”H (including handlebar) Shipping Weight 145 Lbs. Warranty 2 Year / 2 Year Limited Warranty

*As rated by engine manufacturer ** Not included, shipped without engine oil

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