Husqvarna 917.29939 User Manual

№) Husqvarna

917.299390

Owner's Manual

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behinci Powered Rotary Tillers

TRAINING

• Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly,

• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper

Instruction,

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par ticularly small children, and pets,

PREPARATION

• Thoroughly Inspect the area where the equipment Is to be used and remove all foreign objects,

• Disengage all clutches and shift Into neutral before starting the engine (motor),

• Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments, Wearfootwear that will Improve footing on slippery surfaces,

• 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 fill fuel tank Indoors,

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

• Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors,

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine (motor) Is running (except where specifically

recommended by manufacturer),

Do not run the engine Indoors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices In place.

Keep children and pets away. Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting

to till too deep at too fast a rate. Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing. Never allow bystanders near the unit. Use only attachments and accessories approved by

the manufacturer of the tiller. Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light. 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,

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Keep machine, attachments, and accessories In safe working condition,

• Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other bolts at frequent Intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment Is In safe working condition,

• Never store the machine with fuel In the fuel tank Inside a building where Ignition sources are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the engine to cool before storing In any enclosure,

• Always refer to the operator’s guide Instructions for Important details If the tiller Is to be stored for an ex tended period.

OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts,

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers,

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly Inspect

the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before

restarting and operating the tiller,

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,

• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine (motor) and check Immediately for the cause. Vibration Is generally a warning of trouble,

• Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating position,

• Take all possible precautions when leavingthemachine unattended. Disengage thetines, shift Into neutral, and

stop the engine,

• Before cleaning, repairing, or Inspecting, shut off the

engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away

from the plugto prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors.

- IMPORTANT -

CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF

ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL

INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.

IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A

POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.

NOTE: Gives essential Information that will aid you to

better understand. Incorporate, or execute a particular set

of Instructions,

Look for this symbol to point out Im

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portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where It can not contact spark plug In order to pre

vent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity: 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular

Oil (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C) (Capacity: 21 oz./0.6L) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F/0°C)

Spark Plug : Champion (Gap: .030"/0.76mm) RC12YC

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller. 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 service center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules,

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller,

• Follow instructions under “Maintenance” and “Storage” sections of this Owner’s Manual,

IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST-COVERED, BRUSHCOVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS (IF ANY). IFASPARKARRESTER IS USED, ITSHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR.

IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE). OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS APPLYON FEDERAL LANDS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER.

SAFETY RULES...........................................................................2

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ASSEMBLY

OPERATION..............................................................................6-9

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.....................................................10

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MAINTENANCE.. 3 3

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS................................................13-15

STORAGE...................................................................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................17

REPAIR PARTS

WARRANTY

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BACK COVER

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed,

(1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches

OPERATOR’S POSITION (See Fig. 1)

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles).

(1) Manual

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 X 1-1/4

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(2) Carriage Bolts 5/16-18 UNC x 2-1/2

(2) Hex Nuts 5/16-18

(2) Flange Locknuts

5/16-18 UNC

(2) Lock Washers 5/16

ASSEMBLY

UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples

IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLINGTILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S).

Cut cable ties securing handle column.

Route cable(s) as shown and slide handle column onto handle mount.

Remove all packing from carton. Secure handle column using two (2) carriage bolts and

two (2) flange locknuts. Tighten securely. Cut away carton. Route tine control cable(s) through plastic cable clip

on handle mount,

NOTE: Cables must not touch the muffler,

• Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid. Remove tillerfrom skid by pulling backwards,

• Remove screws securing depth stake to skid and dis card the screws.

when handling or disposing of carton ing material.

INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3)

• Loosen nut “A”,

• Insert stake support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down,

• Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts, lock washers and nuts. Tighten securely. Tighten nut 'A',

• Depth stake must move freely. If it does not, loosen support bolt.

HANDLE HEIGHT

• Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator, (See “HANDLE HEIGHT” in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual),

TILLING WIDTH

• Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your tilling conditions (See “TINE ARRANGEMENT” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual),

TINE OPERATION

• Check tine operation before first use, (See “TINE OP ERATION CHECK” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.

Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or In literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

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TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST

OR WARNING ON OFF

SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL

STOP

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,

FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in forward

direction,

REVERSE TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in reverse

direction,

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed,

DEPTH STAKE - Controls forward speed and the depth at

which the tiller will dig,

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.

OPERATION

The operation of any tiller can result In foreign objects thrown Into the eyes, which can result

In severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your til ler and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard

safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine,

STOPPING (See Fig. 5)

TINES

• Release forward tine control to stop forward move ment,

• Release reverse tine control to stop reverse move ment,

ENGINE

• Move throttle control to “STOP” position,

• Never use choke to stop engine.

TINE OPERATION (See Fig. 5)

FORWARD

• Squeeze forward tine control to handle,

REVERSE

• With forward tine control “OFF” (up) position, pull back and hold reverse tine control,

TILLING

The speed and depth of tilling Is regulated by the position of the depth stake and wheel height.

The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller’s forward motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground. Also, the more the depth stake Is lowered Into the ground the deeper the tines will dig,

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 6)

Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin. Change depth stake to desired position. Replace the clevis pin and hairpin clip,

• For normal tilling, set depth stake at the second orthird hole from the top,

WHEELS (See Fig. 6)

Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin. Change wheel position. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis pin,

• For normal tilling, set wheels at the second or third hole from the top.

OPERATION

TO TRANSPORT

CAUTION: Before lifting ortransporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

• Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring,

• Push tiller handles down, raising tines off the ground,

• Push or pull tiller to desired location,

AROUND TOWN

• Disconnect spark plug wire,

• Drain fuel tank,

• Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage,

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS.

FILL ENGINE WITH OIL (See Fig. 7)

• With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug,

• Fill engine with oil to point of overflowing. For approx

imate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual,

• Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re-level,

• With engine level, refill to point of overflowing if nec essary, Replace oil filler plug,

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the

Maintenance section of this manual),

• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section of this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.

Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane, (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce

valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel

in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 Inch of top of fuel tankto prevent spills and toallow

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can at tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while In storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let It run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional Information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products In the fuel tank or permanent

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for fuel expansion. If gasoline is ac cidentally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasolinevapors

have disappeared.

Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

CAUTION: Keep tine control In

position when starting engine.

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuei, it wiii take extra puiis of the recoii starter to

move fuei from the tank to the engine,

• Make sure spark piug wire is properiy connected,

• Piace throttie controi in “FAST” position,

• Move choke controi to fuii “CHOKE” position. Grasp recoii starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until en gine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point),

• Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not let starter handle snap back against starter. Repeat if neces sary,

• If engine fires but does not start, move choke control to half choke position. Pull recoil starter handle until engine starts,

• When engine starts, slowly move choke control to “RUN” position as engine warms up,

NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking to start,

• Move throttle control to desired running position,

• Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging tines,

NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture

may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

OFF’

OPERATION

NOTE: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting

points.

BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER

Break-in your belt(s), pulleys and tine control before you actually begin tilling,

• Start engine, tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation. Allow tines to rotate for five minutes,

• Check tine operation and adjust if necessary. See “TINE OPERATION CHECK” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual,

Soil conditions are importantfor propertilling. Tines will not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller. Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; however, extremely wet soil will “ball-up” or clump during tilling. Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results. When tilling in the fall, remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row un filled between passes. Then go back between tilled rows, (See Fig, 9) There are two reasons for doing this. First, wide turns are much easier to negotiate than about-faces. Second, the tiller won’t be pulling itself, and you, toward the row next to it.

Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod. Then work across the first cuts at normal depth.

TILLING HINTS

CAUTION: Until you are accustomed

To help tiller move forward, lift up the handles slightly (thus

lifting depth stake out of ground). To slow down the tiller, press down on handles.

If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled. The proper setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition, (The harder or wetter the ground, the slower the engine and tine speed

needed. Under these poor conditions, at fast speed the tiller will run and jump over the ground),

A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the

operator,

• Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up

packed soil before planting. Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth. Best tilling depth is 4"-6", A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation. The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind), it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the growing season to further condition the soil.

to handling your tiller, start actual field use with throttle In slow position.

CULTIVATING

Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil. Best digging depth is 1"-3",

• You will probably not need to use the depth stake. Begin by tipping the depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring,

• Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds and grass (See Fig, 10),

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MAINTENANCE

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Change Engine Oil

Oil Pivot Points

Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler

Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins

Replace Spark Plug

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

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GENERAL RECOiVIMENDATiONS

The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season,

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check tines and belt for wear, A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and

last longer,

LUBRICATION CHART

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level,

• Check tine operation,

• Check for loose fasteners,

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See “LUBRICATION CHART”)

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SAFETY RULES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ASSEMBLY

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE