Harbor Freight Tools 91959 User Manual
ROTARY CULTIVATOR
WITH 5.5 HP BRIGGS & STRATTON® ENGINE
Model 91959
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
Visit our Web site at: http://www.harborfreight.com
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
Copyright 2004 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this
manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Description
Engine Size/Type 5.5 HP Briggs & Stratton .
Quantum STE / Vertical Shaft.
Displacement: 190cc.
Engine Model: 128802.
Engine Type: 2325-D1.
Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline.
Fuel Tank Size: 1.5 Liter (.40 Gal.).
EPA Approval: Phase 1.
Tiller Type Walk Behind.
Maximum Tilling Depth 11”.
Maximum Tilling Width 21”.
Wheel Size 11-1/4” Diameter x 2-1/8” Width.
Drive Type Belt Driven.
Drive Actuation Clutch Drive (Handle Lever Operated).
Handle Height 44-1/4”.
Overall Dimensions 28-1/4” L x 20-1/2” W x 44-1/4” H.
Weight 105 Pounds.
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UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 13
are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the
number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram.
Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions listed in the following
pages may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WORK AREA
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite flammables.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from
debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operat-
ing power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the Engine’s Throttle Control (71) is
off before transporting the Cultivator or performing any maintenance or
service on the unit. Transporting or performing maintenance or service on a
power tool with its Throttle Control ON invites accidents.
4. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning on the tool. A wrench
or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal
injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper
footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
6. Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses under-
neath a full face shield, a dust mask or respirator, and hearing protection.
TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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2. Do not use the power tool if the Engine’s Throttle Control (71) does not
turn it on or off. Any gasoline powered tool that cannot be controlled with the
Engine’s Throttle Control is dangerous and must be replaced.
3. Disconnect the Engine Spark Plug Wire from the Spark Plug before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
4. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain tools with care. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do
not use” until repaired.
6. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
cracking or breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
7. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
SERVICE
1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service
or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of injury.
“Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning”
section of this
SPECIFIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Cultivator. These carry important
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
2. CAUTION! To avoid injury, keep hands, fingers, and feet away from the
Tines (37, 50, 40). Grip the Upper Handle (66) of the Cultivator
hands. If both hands are holding the Upper Handle and your feet are clear of
the Tines, your hands, fingers, and feet cannot be injured by the Tines.
firmly
with both
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3. Always use recommended replacement parts. The recommended replace-
ment parts are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
4. Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses under-
neath a full face shield, a dust mask or respirator, and hearing protection.
5. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
6. Keep all spectators
7. Use the Cultivator only in well ventilated outdoor areas. Carbon monoxide
fumes exhausted from the Engine (1) are a colorless, odorless gas that, if
inhaled, can cause serious injury or death.
8. Only use a suitable means of transport and lifting devices with sufficient
weight bearing capacity when transporting the Cultivator. Only use sturdy
loading ramps with sufficient weight bearing capacity. Secure the Cultivator on
transport vehicles to prevent the tool from rolling, slipping, and tilting.
9. Never leave the Cultivator unattended while it is running.
10. Always keep a safe distance away from the edges and banks of ditches and
avoid any actions that may cause the Cultivator from toppling over.
11. Do not use the Cultivator on steep inclines. Use the Cultivator only on level
ground surfaces.
12. Always park the Cultivator on a firm and level surface.
at least six feet from the Cultivator during operation.
13. Thoroughly inspect the area where the Cultivator is to be used and remove
all large sticks, stones, wires, or other foreign objects.
14. Always turn off the Engine and disconnect the Spark Plug (1) before unclogging the Tines (37, 50, 40). Always protect your hands by wearing
heavy duty work gloves.
15. Before operating the Cultivator, make sure its Guards are attached and in
proper working condition.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION PRECAUTIONS
1. Gasoline fuel and fumes are flammable, and potentially explosive. Use
proper fuel storage and handling procedures. Always have multiple ABC
class fire extinguishers nearby.
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