Mantis 7222E Owner’s Manual

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WELCOME TO THE WORLD

OF L4NTIS GARDENTNGr.

Here's your new Mantis Titler/Cuhivator . the lightweight wonder that's "Changing the Way

Americans Garden."_

Unlike big tillers, your Mantis Tiller

weighs only 20 pounds. So it lifts easily, handles smoothly, fills and

weeds precisely. And, unlike other

small tillers, it features serpentine tines that chum soil to ten inches deep. It creates a soft, smooth seed bed, even in problem soil.

Once you know how to use your tiller correctl}; we guarantee you'll love it.

So first, please read this manual. It shows, step by step, how to use your

tiller safely: Plus, it shows how the ManOs Border Edger can make light

work of your edging needs.

if you have questions about any topic in this Manual, or if you wish to order

Mantis Attachments, contact your local authorized Mantis dealer.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules & Warnings ................ 3-5

Safety Decals .......................... 4

Engine & Fuel Warnings ................. 5

Assembly and Mixing Fuel .............. 6-9

Starting ........................... 10-11

Additional InformaOon ................. 11

What to Do Just in Case .............. 12-13

Getting to Your Garden ................. 1.3

Tilling & Cultivating ................ 14-16

Tine Positioning .................. :16-17

CulOvating ........................... 16

Maintenance ....................... 17-20

Storage ........................... 21-22

Trouble Shooting & Specifications ...... 23_24

Service Maintenance Guide ............ 2 ;25

Using The Border/Edger Attachment . . 26

Mantis Tiller Assembly Layout ...... : , ;_27

Engine Parts Assemblies .............. 28_29 4

Notes ............................ .30

The Mantis Promise ................... 31

Limited _Varranty Information . .......... 32

SAFE_ RULES & WARNINGS

ou will notice throughout this Owners Manual Safety Rules and Important Notes, Make sure you

derstand and obey these warnings for your own protection.

I. Special Safety Information

II. Safety & Warnings

& WARNING: TheEogineExhaust from this product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm,

Decal Information An important part of _:hesafety system incorporated in this

IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION:

ENGINE FAMILY: SEHO24UB24RD

DISPLACEMENT: 21,2cc THIS ENGINE MEETS U,S,EPA PHi AND 1995-

1998 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS

FOR ULGE ENGINE& REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANOE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS,

KJORllTZ CORP. A98

tiller are the warning and information decals found on various

parr of the tiller. These decals must be replaced in time due to abrasion, etc. It is your responsibility to replace these decals d

when they become hard to read. The location and part numbers (P/N) of these decals are illustrated on Page 27.

P/N 488M

CUTJtNGHAZARD; DO NOTCARRYTHE READOWNER'SMANUAl. DON'TFUEL REFUEL, KEEPFEETAND TILLERIN THiS BEFOREUSINGTILLER,OR ORCHECKFNEt HANDSAWAYFROM POSITION PERFORMINGANYREPAIR WNILESMOKING,OR ROTATINGTINES. DR MAINTENANCEKEEP NEARANOPENFLAME

ENIgGIONCONTROL-_ Theemission control

sys_emfor this engineis EM

(Engine Modification).

Io_ateg on E_gine, MAKESUREFUEL L_,NK EXAMPLEONLY, FACESOPERATOR.[HIS iS

information on label THEREAROFTHETILLER, variesby FAMILY) REFERTO ASSEMBLY

CAUTION: WHEN ASSEMBLINGTHEHANDLES,

INSTRUCTIONONPAGE7.

OWNER'SMANUAL tN A OR OTHERiGNiTiON SAFEPLACE. SOURCE.

INCORRECTASSEMBLY• WEAR EARAND EYE

PROTECTION,

50:t

MIX UNLEADEDGAS WITH 2 CYCLE50:1

OIL,

IV. Warnings - Do's

Read and understand the

owner's manual. Pay particular attention to all sections regarding safety.

1. Always keep a firm grip on

both handles while the tines are moving ancgior the engine is

running. BE AWARE!! The tines may coast after throttle trigger is

released. Make sure tines have come to a complete stop and

engine is off before letting go of the tiller.

2_ Always maintain a firm

footing and good balance. Do not overreach while operating

the tiller. Before you start to use the tiller check the work area _Br

obstacles that might cause you to lose your footing, balance or

control of the machine.

3. Always keep area clear of

children, pets, and bystanders

4. Always stay alert. Watch

what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate unit when fatigued.

5o Always dress properly. Do

not wear loose clothing or

jewelry, they roight get caught in

moving parts. Use sturdy gloves. Gloves reduce the transmission

of vibration to your hands. Prolonged exposure to vibration

can cause numbness and other ailments. Wear non-skid foot

wear to ensure secure and proper footing.

6. Always wear ear and eye

protection. Eye protection must meet ANSI Z 87A. To avoid

hearing damage, we recommend

hearing protection be worn whenever using the equipment.

7. Always keep a safe distance between two or more people when working together.

8_Always inspect your unit

before each use and ensure that

all handles, guards and fasteners are secure, operating, and in place.

9° Always maintain and

examine your Tiller with care. Follow maintenance instructions

given in manual.

10. Always store titler in a sheltered area (a dry place), not

accessible tofhildren. The tilter d as well as Nel should not he

stored in a house.

_,_W_rnings ° Don*ts

Don't use tiller with one hand

eep both hands on handles with

_'ingers and tlmmbs encircling the handles, while tines are

moving, and engine is running.

Don't overreach. Keep a good

Don't attempt to clear tines

while they are moving Never try

to remove jammed :material before switching the engine off

and making sure the Ones have stopped completely.

Don't allow children or

incapable people to operate this tiller.

Don't operate while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Don't attempt to repair this

tiller, Have repairs made by a qualified dealer or repairman. See that only original Mantis parts are used.

Engine/Fuel Warnings

Always use flesh gasoline in

the fuel mixture. Stale gasoline

Dan Cause damage.

Always pull starter cord

slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent arm or

- Do's

Always operate engine with spark arrestor installed and operating properl> The use of

spark arrestor muftters is required by law in the state of

California (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources

Code), as wei1 as in other states

_Io Engine/Fuel Warnings - Don'ts

Don't flue!, retiael or check fuel

while smoking, or near an open flame or other ignition source.

Stop engine and be sure it is cool

Don't leave the engine running

while the tiller is unattende& Stop

engine before putting the tiller

down or while transporting f?om

one place to another.

_ Don't refuel, start or run this

ller indoors or in an improperly

ventilated area

Don't run engine when

electrical system causes spark

outside tbe @inder. During periodical checks of the spark plug, keep plug a sate distance from cylinder to avoid burning of evaporated fuel from cylinder.

Don't check for spark with

spark ping or plug wire removed, Use an approved tester.

Don't crank engine with spark

plug removed unless spark plug wire is disconnected. Sparks can

ignite fumes.

or municipalities. Federal taws

apply on federal lands.

Don't run engine when the

odor of gasoline is present or other explosive conditions exisL

Don't operate the uni_ if

gasoline is spilled. Clean up spill completely before starting engine.

Don't _pera_e your tiller if

there is an accumulation of debris

around the muffler_ and cooling

flus.

Don't touch hot mufflers.

cylinders or cooling [_ns as comact may cause sermns burns.

ASSEMBLY

Your Mantis Tiller comes partially

assembled. You must install only the handlebars, the carrying handle, and the

tines. This will take just a few minutes if

you tbltow the directions.

First, take all items out of the

carton. But do not remove the cardboard from around the Tiller's base.

The list at the right, shows the parts

that come with your tiller. Check to make sure you have them.

The bag of hardware is in the plastic

bag containing the Owner's Manual and Video.

To assemble your Mantis "Filler, you'll

need two 7116" wrenches or two adjustable wrenches. We suggest that you

install all nuts and bolts only "finger fight" -- that is, one-half to one full

turn- until you've completed assembly. The nuts are self locking, but yon must use a wrench to tighten

them completely.

Quantity

1 1

2 1

*These numbers are the same numbers shown on the Parts

Layout on page 27.

Description *Key # Upper Handle Without Throttle 5

Upper Handle With Throttle 4 Lower HanOes 6

Pair Tiller!Cuhivator Tines 46/47 Engine Assembly (includes Fender

Guard & Vv_rm Gear Transmission) 7 Handle Brace 8

Plastic Carrying Handle 49

Bag of Hardware Containing:

4 Cap Screws t 1 6 Lock Nuts 12

2 Bolts (3" tong) 23 2 Tine Retaining Pins 48 2 Handle Clamps 22

1 Throttle Clip i5

ASSEMBLY (continued)

_OW TO ASSEMBLE

LOWER HANDLES

I_9 idemify part numbers, see.

pages 6 and 27.

1. Use the protective

cardboard sleeve to stabilize

your tiller. Stand the engine

assembly (#7) up,

2. Lay the handle parts within easy reach. You'll need one of the hanNe clamps (#22) and one of

the lower handles (#6). Note that the lower handles have a short leg

on one end. (Picture 1)

3. Fit the handle ctamp along the outside of the short leg. Line up the holes on the clamp and the leg.

4. Choose one of the two 3-inch bolts (#23), Slide it through the

rstl se t of holes -- near the elbow

here the lower handle curves.

(Picture 2)

5. Now Slide the other lower

handle onto the 3-inch bolt. (Picture 3.) Fit the other clamp

onto this other handteg short leg. Add a nut and tighten finger tight.

6. Locate the worm gear housing. It starts just above -- and extends down through- the tiller's red fender guard. You'll

notice that there's a recessed channel on either side of the

housing's top. (Picture 4.)

7. Take the lower handles that you've just put together. Slide

them into the two recessed channels.

Make sure you insert them

from the rear of the tiller (gasoline

tank faces the operator).., so that

the bolt fits along the back of the housing (Picture 1 and 2, Page 8)

8. Slide the second 3-inch bolt

through the second set of holes in the short legs. Add a nut and

_ighten finger tight.

Picture 1

NOTE: THE LOCK NUTS ARE STAMPED. FINGER TIGHT IS

APPROXIMKFELY 112 TO 1-t/2 TURNS.

Picture 4 Picture 5

Picture 2

ASSEMBLY ¢continue )

HOW TO ASSEMBLE

UPPER HANDLES &

P_STIC CARR_IN G HANDLE.

1. Lightly squeeze the lower handles (#6) toward one another so that they line up

with the two smaller holes on the carrying handle (#49) Then

slide the carrying handle over and down the lower handles. It

will rest about _mr to six inches above the engine. (Picture 1)

2. Gently pull the lower handles out to their original

position.

3. Slide the upper handle (#5)

the one with tile throtde

cable and wire _ into either

lower handle. (Choose the lower handle you prefer, depending on

which hand, right or left, you'd rather use to press the throttle.) Use a Cap Screw (#11) and a

Lock Nut (#12) to secure the upper handle in place.

(Picture 2). Be sure you have

proper throttle movements

and _hat, the throtde cable is

not wrapped or twisted

around the handle bar. Squeeze trigger and let go. The

triangle must click in both directions. If there is aW doubt, remove air filter and visually check that the throttle triangle

hits both the idle screw and the gull open stop. THIS MUST BE

DONE BEFORE STAR-HNG THE ENGtNE.

4. Follow the same steps to

install the other upper handle

onto the other lower handle. (Picture 3)

5. Use the clip (#15) to secure_

the throttle cable and wire in place on the lower handle.

(Picture 4)

6. Now install the Handle

Brace. Line it up with the holes on the upper handles. Then insert a Cap Screw and a Lock

Nut on either side (Picture 5)

7. Use a wrench to 0ghten

Cap Screws and Lock Nuts.

8. Now use wrench to tighten

all nuts and bolts firmly and securely.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Make sure you have installed the handles

properly. When you stand behind your tiller, hMding the handles, you should face the gasoline tank.

WANNING: Improper throttle irlstaHation carl cause

tines to rotate unexpectedly °

Picture 1

Picture 2 Picture 3 Picture 4 Picture 5

ASSEMBLY €continued)

_ssembling the Tines

for Tilling

1. Remove the _:ardboard trom around your Tiller_ base.

2. Slide the tines omo the axle shafts. The "D" hole goes

on the outside.

3. Make sure you've installed the tines properly [br tilling.

When your palm laces the ground, your fingers curt down.

Stand behind the Tiller and hold your hand next to the

tines_ Do the fine blades cuff

down. as your fingers do? If so, they are in ihe ti_ling position.

(To switch to the cultivating

poNtion, see page 15. )

4. "Ib secure each tine to the

xle, insert atine retaining pin.

iMPORTANT NOTE:

Mantis Tiller, read the

Mixing Fuel

Your Mantis Tiller is powered by a

commercial two stroke, air cooled engine which requires a [:uel mixture of gasoline and lubricating oil.

Use a mixm_v of 50 parts

unleaded regular gasoline and 1 part

two-stroke Mantis oil (50:1.) Use branded 89 octane (R+M+2)

unleaded gasoline or gasohol (maximum 10% ethyl alcohol, or 15% MTBE no methyl alcohol.)

Here's how to mix the oil

with the gas:

l. Pour 1/2 of the gasoline

into a safe container_ Do not mix the fuel and oil in the engine

[uel tank.

2. Add 2.6 ounces of two-

cycle engine oil to the gasoline and mix Then add the rest of

the gasoline_

Need pre-measured engine oil?

Contact your local authorized Mantis dealer.

Remember ,.,

*Always mix lwo-cycle oil with

gasoline before fueling your tiller. Never. ever run your Tiller ot] gasoline alone. This

will rum your engine and void all warranties.

on pages 3-5.

3 Screw the cap onto the

gasoline can. Then swirl the can to blend the oil and gas.

4. Carefully pour the [iael mix

into the _iller's tuel tank After putting the fuel tank's cap back

on. wipe up any spilled fuel

from tank and gasoline can.

*Always use a clean gas can and

always use unleaded gas.

*Never try 1o mix the oil and

gasoline m the engine fuel tank.

,Always mix oil and gas in the

proper proportions: 2.6 ounces of two-cycle engine oil to one gallon of _.mleaded gasoline.

iMPORTANT:

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Two stroke fuel separates and ages. Do not mix more than you

wilt use in a month. Using old

fuel can cause difficult starting or engine damage. Shake fuel oil/gasoline mixture. I[ yon

container to thoroughly mix fuel do not, your engine will before each use. Do not attempl snffer rapid, permanent to run your engine on gasoline damage. And you wilt vni d

only, use proper fuel nnxtnie. [he engine warranty.

Do Not use old or stale oi]igasnline mixture°

Always use the proper

STARTING

To Start Tiller for

the First Time:

.1. Fill the fuel tank with the

proper oiUgasoline mixture.

(See preVious section.)

2. Hand tighten the gasoline

cap just until it's snug.

3. Place the start/stop switch

into the "start" position.

(Picture 1)

4. Pull out the choke button on choke.

to close the engine Choke. 7. Push in the Choke button (Picture 2) to open the Choke (Picture 5)

5. Locate the purge bulb on 8. Then pu!! the starter cord

the upper right of the engine, in again. The engine should start

front of (he fuel tank. (See .....

Picture 3) It sends fnel into the

carburetor, for easy starting. Press the purge bulb until you see fuel flow through the Ctear

fuel return line. Since you're starting "cold," you may need to

press six to eight times. As soon as fuel starts flowing through

the clear _hel line, stop pressing! (Picture 3)

6. Pull the starter cord

(Picture 4) slowly until resistance is felt. Then give the

recoil starter cord a tew short,

brisk pulls until the engine fires.

During cold starting, you may need to pull at least three or four times before the engine

fires.

NOTE: When the choke is closed, never pull the cord more

than tbur or five dines. Overpulling :may cause flooding.

Also, bear in mind that, when the engine fires, it only coughs

or sputters, and wi!l not run

and run. Let the engine warm up two to three minutes betore using.

Follow these steps whenever

you are starting the engine "cold",

or when the engine has run dry and you have just added Jh& Remember; alwqs use short, brisk

pulls. Don't give the cord a tong,

jbrceJh! yank. And, & not _et the

cord snap bach inw the starter housing.

Picture 4

Never use starting fluids as they will

cause permanent engine damage°

Using them will void the warranty.

Before you use the tiller, read the

Safety & Warning

rules on pages 3-6.

Picture 5

Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3

STARTING (continued)

}Starting a Warm clear return line. push primer

Engine bulb 3-4 rimes or untiJ fuel is

I. Slide ignition switch to

START position. 4. Pul] starter rope using

2. Push choke bn_ton in to

the RUN (open) p_.osition.

3 If there is no fuel in the

visible in the line.

short pulls. 1/2 m 2/3 of the rope length.

5. If engl ne fails to start in 4

pulls, use "First Time" starting

ADDI ONAL INFORMATION

procedure on page 10.

6. With engine running, a_cl

both hands on the handles squeeze tbrottJe trigger

gradually m increase the engine speed and engage the tines.

How to Stop the

Engine

Simply push the start/stop

switch m "stop." (Picture 1) This will stop the engi ne instantly If it should ever fail to do so_ .lust pull out the choke

button. The engine will stop at

once.

_bout the Choke

The choke controls the

arnoum of air drawn in1 o the engine. Your tilter will run only

A Tip for E×tending Your Engine's Life

After you start, the engine, let

your filler warm up for two ro three minmes beiore _ ou use it.

Then. before you put your tiller away, let it idle }.br a minute to give *he engi ne a chance to cool

do_@,l-i

if the choke is open --- that is. if

the choke is pushed in.

A Special Feature

(with the idle set

properly and the

engine running)

Even when the engine is running, the tines won't turn unless you press the _hrottle

lever on the handlebars. An& when you release the throttle lever the tines will stop.

Picture t

TO DO JUST XN

Picture i

Picture2

If you follow the normal

starting procedure, you should have no problem starting your

tiller. But, just in case you do have problems, here_ what m do.

Make stay the start/stop

switch is on "start." You'd be surprised how' many people

forget to push the switch into the

"start" position.

If the switch was on "stop" when you pulled the cord, you may have flooded t!le engine.

*First, examine the spark plug.

Use the special wrench that comes with our optional Mantis

Handy Item Kit (Item #1422) or a 3/4 inch spark plug wrench

(Picture 1)

*Remove the cap over the spark

plug,

IMPORTANT NOTE:

To avoid possible damage

to the threads, do not try

to remove the plug from a

hot aluminum cylinder head.

*Unscrew the spark ping.

(Picture 2)

is in the stop position, disconnect spark plug wire and

remove plug. Use a paper towel or a clean rag to dry the spark

plug, then, with the spark plug out of the engine, pull the

starter cord several times.

Shake the J[uel out of the k_aside of the plug and air dry. Next,

replace the spark plug. Use the wrench to tighten it and replace the cap. Next, put the switch in

the start position and pull the choke button ouL Pul! dxe starter

cord three or four times until the engine coughs or sputters. Open

the choke (push the choke button in) and pull the cord a

few times. The engine should start and run.

2. If the end of the spark ptug

is dry, check to see if the fuel line is blocked. The fuel line

runs from the furl tank to the

carburetor. Pull it off at the carburetor end. Fuel should drip

slowly from the Jine. Wipe ofl_

any excess or spilled furl.

If fuel does no_ drip tram the

line, check the line for any be nds or pinches. (Picture 3). Kinks in

the line restrict the flow of _:uel to the engtae. Just straighten out

the line. Reconnect. Then follow

!_henormal starm tg procedure.

if fuel drips too fred> the line

may be disconnected from the

!:uel Nter. You'll find the t;ael ['iher reside the filel tank. Just re-

attach the line to the [ihec and

put the filter back in the tank. Then follow the normal start mg procedure.

Picture 3

Starting a Flooded

Engine

I. H the end of the spark plug

is we__ the engine may be flooded. Make sure the switch

Here's Another Way to

Start your Mantis

If you t0llow the steps above

and your engine still won't start.

try this:

1. Push the switch to '_starL

WHAT TO DO JUST IN CASE ¢continuea)

2. Push in the choke

but Lon to open the choke,

3, Press the plastic bubble a

few times,

4. Give the starter cord a t_w

short, quick pulls. The m_gine should start and run.

5. If the engine does not start.

then pull out the choke button

to close the choke. Pull the

starter cord four to I:ive times,

The eng{ne should sputter or cough.

6. After the engine sputters. push the choke button in. Then pull the starter cord. The engine

shou]d start and run,

7. If the engine still does not

start, repeat steps 2 through 6.

8, If the engine still doe_

not start, call 1-800-366-6268

and ask for Customer Service or the name of your local

Mantis dealer,

IMPORTANT NOTE: Never use starting _uidso

Starting iluids will cause

permanent engine

damage. Using them will

void the warranty.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Before you use your

Mantis Ti|ler, read the

Safety Rules & Warnings

on pages 3-5.

GETTING YOUR TILLER TO YOUR GARDEN

Walk it.

Once your tiller is running,

you car_ '_walk" it to your

}garden, Just press the throtde

Icy er gently and let the viler _'lip-toe" across your yard on its tines. It won't hurt your lawn or

driveway, (Picture t)

convenient carrying handle. Use the other hand to hold the

handlebars. /Picture 2) Then lift

your tiller and carry it _o your

garden. Since it weighs only 20

pounds, it w_ n't strain your

muscles o_ tire you out!

Take It for a Ride.

Then s_ow your Tiller in the

trunk of your car or truck. It fits easily. And you can put it in

and take it our withou_ straining your back

You can easily transport your

Make sure the engine _s oK

Ther_ use on e hand W grasp the

Picture i Picture 2 Picture 3

Mantis Tiller to a friend's or

relative's house. Just empty the [ue] lank. (This is crucial.)

TILLING

Picture 1

Picture 2

Picture 3

Now You're Ready to Use *four Mantis Tiller.

If you've seen other tillers,

your Mantis Tiller may surprise

you. It tills best when you pull it

backward! You see, when you

pulI your Mantis Tiller backward, you give extra resistance to the tines, so they dig deeper.

(Picture 1)

What's more when you go backward, you erase your footprints. So your soil stays light and fluffy. With other tillers, by contrast, you walk right over the soil you've just tilled, packing it down, so it's less plamable.

Run Your Mantis Tiller like a Vacm_lm Cleaner.

Place your Tiller at the head of the row or area you want to till Start it up. Then use an eas? rocking motion. First. pull your

Tiller backward. Then use an

easy rocking motion. Again, pull

your Tiller backward. Then. let il move torward just a little bit.

Then pull it backward again.

This will h@ you till deeper.

Keep repeating these steps

until you've Oiled an enure row:

Start again on the next row. It's

much like running a vacumn

cleaner[ (Picture 2)

You Can Even Control

Depth.

For Deeper Tilling:

Move your "Fillerslowly back

and forth, as you would a vacuum cleaner, Work the same

area over and over until you've

dug to your desired depth.

For Shallow Tilling!

Switch the tines tO the

cultivating position. (Seepage 15 to learn how.)Then move

your Tiller quick!y over your

soil surface ...............

For Big Weeds or Tough Roots:

Let your Tiller rock back and _orth over the tough spot, until the tines slice through the weed

or root.

Your Mantis TNer Handles

Want to turn part of } our lawn

into a color[;al flower border?

Your Mantis "filler makes _t easy!

Just run your Tiller back and

[)rth until the sod begins to

break up. Then continue tilling_

Your 7[ilter will chop the clumps of sod until they're line, Then. :it

-will work them into the soil

Pretty soon, ym£1t have a soft. fresh planting bed.

TILLING/CULTIVATING

How about a family-sLze

vegetable garden?

Nowadays many gardeners prefer small gardens especially in _he suburbs, vd rare

space is at a premmm But. if

you're fortunate enough to own

a large lot, you can create a

bJgger garden a half acr_ or more. Here's how:

1. First hire someone with a

tractor ar big tiller to break

is a on e-

[y i_westme'nt _hat_ welt

worth the small cos_.

2. Then. use your 1Tiller to

break up any remaining clumps of soil or sod. Unlike a tractor

or big tiller, your Mantis Tiller ts a prectsion tno!. _rwill pulverize your soil into a

smo_th seed bed.

Picture ] Picmre 2

Your Mantis Tiller Makes How to Switch From Weeding a Pleasure! Tilling to CuRivating

As a tiller, your Mamis Filler

works the soil down to 10" (25.4 cm) deep. But, as a

cultivator, it gently cultivates

the surface, only 2" to 3" (5.09

cm to 7.62 cm) deep.

First. }ou must switch _he

_nes to the ,weeding position.

this takes less than a mi_me.

Then your Mantis Tiller's

sharp "'line teeth" will slice up

those pesky weeds, burying them as you go along, And.

since the tines in this position won't dig too deep, they won'_ hurt your plants' precmus rool

svsterrls_

The resuh? Your Tiller witl

cm your weeding time in half. and turn a tiresome chore into a

pleasure.

Position

1. Make sure your "Filler of

2. Remove the retaining pins

from the tines.

3. Rein ove the trees J:rom the

axle.

4. Place the right-side tine

ohm the left-side axle. Place the left side tree onto t he right-side

axle. The _'D" hole simuld be to the outside.

5. Here is how to make sure

you've installed the ti rtes properly. Stand behind Lhe Tiller

and hold your hand, palm up, next to the _ines. Do the tint

points cuff u p, as your fingers do? If so. they are in d_e correct cultivating position.

O Reinserl the pins.

CULTI¥ TING

Tilling Position

Tine teeth point in the same

direction as the rotation of the

tine: or toward the from of the TilleL away from the operator.

Now You're Ready to Cuhivate or Weed.

Guide your Tiller where you want to weed and start :it up. Pull your Tiller backward slowtF_ then let it move forward a bit. in a gentle rocking

motion. Watch it slice, shred, and bury those weeds!

Got tough weeds? Lighten your pressure on the throttle to slow your Tiller down. Then work back and forth until your

Tiller chops up the weeds. It's easy and effective!

Remember. any tiller will tangle An tall grass, stringy vines or super-big weeds, So. if you ;have a "backyaTd jung]e, first use a knife_ pruner, or brush cutter to chop up the overgrowth. If the tines become tangled awwa_: turn the engine off completely before trying to clear them.

Cultivating Position

Tine teeth point in the

opposite direction as the rotation of the tine. Tines point

toward the back of the tiller, or

toward the operator.

MAINTENANCE

Check the Air Filter Often

A wet or dirty air filter can

affect the way your engine starts.

performs, and wears. So it's a good idea to check your air filter

once a ntonth_

If yon work in dust?- soil. or if

you want m be on the safe side

then check your filter more

often {for instance, betbre each use). But be sure to replace it at

least once a year. in the spring or

fall. Clean or change it as

needed, it is recommend{_d to change the air filter yearly.

How to Check, Clean and

Change the Air Filter

!, Loosen the wing "nut on the

side of the air-cleaner cover. (See

Picture 1. or look up Key #9 in Air Cleaner Parts Assembly on page 28.)

2. Take off the cover. Make

sure to clear the choke button,

vPicture 21

4. If the air filter needs

cleaning or no longer fits properly, remove it. lust litt an edge carefully and "-peel" it out.

(Picture 3)

5_ Use a brush to remove

debris from the pad.

6. If the air filter is so dirty

thin it won't come clean, you

must replace it or severe engine damage :,*Alloccur. Order a new

one directly from your local Authorized Mantis Dealer.

7. Insert your clean filter

inside the ai>cleaner cover.

IMPORTANT[ Make sure filter is "seated" properly

in the cover. The [Rter

mus_ fit snugly inside the rim that holds the filter in

place.

Insta!ling the filter incorrectly

will cause engine damage and void the warranty: Fit the cover

back over the air cleaner, (Again.

make sure _o clear the choke button,)

8. Tighten the wing nut to

secure the cover.

3. The air filter is the white

pad on the inside of the air- cleaner cover. Check whether it is soiled or moist.

Please check the lip

on the Air Cleaner

replaced. This will

through the

carburetor into the

Picture 3

Picture 1

Picture 2

MAINTENANCE (continued)

How to Check the Grease

Level inside the

Worm Gear Housing

When we built your Mantis Tiller.

we lubricated the worm gear housing thoroughly.

it is imperative that you inspect the

grease level once a year. Simply remove the cover plate on the worm

gear housing. (Picture i) Then check _:omake sure the grease comes almost

to the top of the housing. [f i_ doesn't. add lithium #0 grease (Item M9985.1

This is the only way to add grease to

the worm gear housing. (Picture 2) To purchase Mantis grease, contact your

local authorized Mantis dealer.

Please do not overfill Too much

grease can create pressure, which could cause seats to fail or the clutch

to slip_

Picture 1

Fuel Line & Filter:

After you've used your Tiller for a

few seasons, check for blockages in the fuel tank and fuel Nten Such

blockages can keep your Tiller [:rom

starting.

Clear any blockages you see m the tank. fuel fihec or Fdel line. Remember: rhe fuei filter is located

inside the tank_ (See Picture 3} Then

use the normal starting procedure to start your Tiller.

Picture 2

Picture 3

(cominued)

What if your engine runs too

fast ... or if the tines turn the

instant you start the Tiller? You may need to adjust the idle screw (Key #25 under

Carburetor on page 28) by itself

rigbt below the H and L screws.

Gently turn it counter- clockwise. You'll know you've adjusted i_ correctly when Lhe

axles do no_ turn at k)w idle.

tf you con_itme to have idle

.problems, you may need ro ldjust the throule cable.

Filst. locate the metal Lriangle

at the end of the throtde cable. (Picture 1) The -idle screw mus_ touch this triangle. But, i[ _he

throttle cabie_ too light, you'll[ see a gap between the idle screw' and the triangle

to fix this. loosen *he top nttt

that holds _he throvle cable in place. (Picture 2) (Use a 10ram

wrench or an a_ustable wrench.) Then, slide the cable

down until you close the gap

between the triangle and the idle screw. (Picture 1) Now,

tighten the bottom nut that holds the throttle cable.

Locate *:hemetal "button" on

the triangle. This is the swivel. The large end of the throttle

cable must be inside the slot in this swivel. (Picture 3)

What to Do if Your

Engine Runs "Rough"

tf your engine runs "'rough"

or slalls you may need Loadius_ the carburetor and idle screw's.

tf you remove the ai>c]eaner cove_, you'll see the two carburetor, adjustment screws

nex_ to the black choke button.

The "RED" scre_ is the HIGH-speed adiustment...The

"WII[TE" screw is the low speed adjusm_em.

First_ remove (he rmes [rom the axle. Then start engine. Let

it run [:or two to _hree rmnutes.

"FLASH" the choke several

times during the warm°up to clear any air [rom the Fuel

system.

Therl stop the engine after it

reaches operating temperature.

Now; turn the RED, high- speed screw counter-clockwise all the way to stop...Then turn the WHITE> low speed screw halfway between the counter- clockwise and clockwise stop positions.

Now restart the engine to finish the carburetor

adjustment.

Run the engine at lull speed

two or three seconds to clear

out any excess [uel. Then return

to idle.

Now. accelerate the engine _n

lul!l 1hrott/e several times _o check _br a smooth tra nsition

[?om idle to high speed.

[[ the engine hesitates turn

the WHIT[_ low-speed screw

counter-clockwise one-eighth o[ a turn. The:n accelerate the

engine.

Repeat the adjustment umi! you get a smooth trans:mon to high speed.

Piclure 1 Picture 2

Picture 3

MAINTENANCE

(continued)

How to Reseat the

Flange

At some point, you may {:ind

that the tines won't turn when

you press the throttle. This may mean the engine isn't sitting all the way down on the worm gear housing.

:Perhaps you've been using

your Tilter for several years. Or perhaps you've removed

tile engine ibr use with our

hedge trimmer attachment,

then replaced it. In either case, the flange bolt (Key #22, page

29) may have come loose and

notice a gap bet_zeen the bottom of the engine flange

(Key #24, page 29) and the

top of the worm gear housing.

(Picture 1)

To fix this, loosen the flange

bolt. 'lake the engine off the worm gear housing. Notice

the hex head on top of the

drive shaft (Key #28, Page 27),

Inside the flange housing,

you'I1 find the clutch drum

(Key #25, Page 29). Make sure the hex head lines up with the

clutch drum reside the flange housing.

Then put the engine back on the worm gear housing. Make sure the plastic carrying

handle is not under the fuel tank.

If you've followed these steps properly, there will be no gap between the engine flange and

the worm gear housing. (Picture 2) Make sure you

tighten the flange bolt!

Picture 1 _. Note how _he engine doesn't sit all the way

down on the transmission.

Picture 2 .._ Note how the engine sits all the way down on

the transmission.

Cleaning the Muffler Screen

]. Take out the spark plug.

2. Remove the red @inder

cover, (Key #19) which is held on by 2 phillips-head screws,

(Key #18

3. You will see _he metal

screen fixture held on b) 3 more phillips-head screws.

(Key #26) Remove the fixture

4. Behi nd the fixture

(Key #25) will be the muffler hd (Key #24)

and muffler lid gasket

s_ts in the gasket.

5. If the screen (Key _22 }is

clogged with deposits, it nee&

to be cleaned. Use carburetor

cleaner, and any brush that is;

noc metal.

_8 {9

Brush t ae screen until you are

able to see through it.

6. If the screen remams

plugged after attempts al

cleaning, it must be replaced

STORAGE

Each fall -- _r before you

store your Mantis Tiller for any long period be sure to

take these measures:

1. Do not store your Tiller

with [k_elstil! in _t. Even under ideal conditions_ stored fuel

containing ethanol or MTBE can star{ to go stale in 30 days.

An& since stale fuel has a high gum content, it can clog

the carburetor, this, in {urn, will restrict fuel i]ow. So,

en you're ready to store

_r Tiller. or will not be

u._ing it for more than 2 weeks, drain d_e fuel tank

completel}¢ (Picture 2)

2_ Next. restart the engine

to make sure rm fuel is left in the carburetor. _ hen run the

engine until it stops. This -,viii

prevent gum deposits, forming

inside o[ the carburetor and

3. Disconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug. (Use the wrench thin

coJties in our optional Handy item Kit_ Item #142X Or use a

19ram or 3/4" spark-ping

teaspoon of clean, ai>cooled

p,vo_c,¢cle oil through the

park-plug hole into the

ombus_ion chamber. (Picture 3)

Slowly pull the starter cord two or three times to coat the

inside of the cylinder wall

Picture I

4. Inspect the spark plug, and, if necessary, clean it. If you need to replace it. buy a

NGK-BPM7Y. A replacemem spark plug is included in the

optiouM Handy item Kit item

1422.

5. install the spark plug, but

leave the spark plug wire disconnected.

6. Clean *.heair filter as

described on Page 17

7. Clean dirt grass, and other materials from the em_re machine.

8. Wipe the tines with oil or spray them with WD-40. m prevent rusting.

9. Oil the throttle cable and all visible moving parts. (Do

no_ remove the engine cover.)

Picture 2

Picture 3

STORAGE (continued)

10. Check the grease level in

the worm gear housing, as described on page 18.

II. Order new parts to

replace any that are badly worn or broken. Just contact

your local authorized Mantis dealer. But do it early, so you'll

have the parts well before the he× t gardening season starts.

12. Store you Tiller -- in an

upright position it, a clean.

dry place (Picture t. preceding page)

13. Do you have fuel left over

[rom last season? Dispose of it properly. Buy fresh oil and

gasoline next season.

Haw to Prepare Your

Mantis Tiller ['or

Restarting

Check the Spark Plug

Too.

I[ your Till er won'L restart_ or it it lacks ful] power, the spark plug may be at fauh Check to

see if the plug is tbuled with oil)-

black deposits. Clean or re place

it if it is. (Picture 3 )

Also check whether the

center electrode is rounded at the end. or if the ground

electrode is worn. If ei*her is the case. you should replace it with

a NGK-BPM7Y spark plug. Use a

19mm or a 3/4" spark-plug

wrench m inslall it Adiust the

pluggap 024 .028 in (0.6 to

0.7 ram) Caution: Do not over tighten the plug. The correct

torque is 18 to 22 |L-lbs.

(24-30 n.ma

Picture 1

In the Spring, when yon take yo ar 2511er om of storage, remove the spark plug. Pull the

starter cord three or four times to clean oil from the combustion

chamber. (Picture 1) Wipe oil from the spark plug. Place the

spark plug back into *he cylinder. Re-connect the spark plug wire back on the spark plug, Then fbllow *he sleps on

pages 9 & 10 to retuet and restart your Tiller.

Again, Check the

Carburetor.

K your Tiller won'_ restart in the Spring _ or if it lacks its usual power _ _he carburetor may need attention. Follow Lhe

s_eps on page I9 for adjusting the H and L screws. (Picture 2)

IMPORTANT NOTE: £o avoid possible damage

to the threads, do not try to remove the plug from a

hot aluminum cylinder head.

Picture 2

Picture 3

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem

Tines don't turn when throttle

is depressed

2. Engine fails to start

Cause

Engine is not seated properly on

the gear housing.

Start/Stop switch is in Stop

position.

No fuel in tank. Fuel s_rainer clogged.

Fuel line clogged.

Spark plug shorted or fouled. Install new spark plug. Spark plug is broken (cracked

porcelain or electrodes broken)

Ignition lead wire shorted.

broken or disconnected from spark plug.

lgnition inoperative

Re-install engine tbllowing the

instructions on page 20 (How to re-seat the flange).

Move switch to start

Fill Tank. Replace Strainer.

Clean [uel line.

Replace spark plug.

Replace lead wire or attach to

spark plug.

Contacl your local authorized

dealer.

Engine hard to star_.

4. Engine misses,

V_Zaterin gasoline or stale fuel

mixture.

Too much oil in [uel mixture.

Engine under or over choked

Carburetor out of adjustment Gasket leaks (carburetor or

cylinder base gasket).

Weak spark at spark plug.

Dirl in fuel line or carburetor.

Carburetor improperly adjusted.

Spark. plug fouled, broken or

incorrect gap setting.

Weak or intermittent spark at

spark plug.

Drain entire system and re[ill

with fresh fuel.

Drain and refill with correct

mixture.

If flooded by over choking,

proceed according to instructions in operation

section. _f under choked_ move

choke lever to closed position

and crank two or three times_

See "Carburetor Adjustmem Replace gaskets.

Contact your local authorized

dealer.

Remove and clean. See "Carburetor Adjustment_

Clean or replace spark plug - se_

gap to .024-.028 in. _0_6-0.7 mm 1

Contact yore" local authorized

dealer.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem

5. Engine lacks power.

6. Engine overheats.

Air tilter clogged Carburetor out of adjustment. Mu[tler clogged.

Clogged exhaust ports.

Spark Arrestor Clogged

Poor compression.

Insufficient oil in fuel mixture

Air flow obstructed

Re]rlTtedy

-4

Clean or replace air filmr. See "Carburetor Ad}nstmenU.

Clean carbon [rom nmNer. Remove muffler, rotate engine

until the piston is as hop of cylinder. With a wooden scraper or blunt tool. remove

aH carbon from exhaust ports. Be careful not to scratch or

damage piston or c}'li ader

walls. Blow _)ut all loose carbon with compressed air. Install

muffler and gasket.

Ctean Spark Arrestor

Contact your local authorized

dealer.

Mix thel as described in starting

instructions.

Clean flywheel cylinder fins and

screen.

7 Engine nmsy or knocking.

8 Engl ne stalls under load.

Spark plug in incorrect heat range. Bearings, piston ring or cylinder

walls are worn.

Carbure _or adjustmem too "lean". Engine overheat s.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Dry Weight Type of Engine

Rotation

Bore

Stroke Spark Plug

Fuel Fuel Oil Ratio Gasoline

Exhaust System

Carburetor Ignition System

Starter Oil

Fuel "lank Capacity Starter System Clutch

2.5kg 5 lbs., 10 ounces Air Cooled, Two stroke, Single-Cylinder. Gasoline 7Engine

Clockwise. viewed t:rom TOP

32.2 mm (1.268 in.)

20.0 mm I 1.04 in,) NGK BPM7Y

Premixed two stroke t:uel 50:1 ratio with Mantis oil

Unleaded {see page 9)

21 2 cc (t.294 cu. in.)

Spark arrestor muffler ZAMA diaphragm model C1U type

Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge ignition type Automatic rewind type Designated. two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil

0.4 tit. (13.57 oz.) An1ornat_c rewind starl er Cen trifngal type

Replace with plugs specified for

engine.

Contact your local authorized

dealer.

See 'Carburetor Adiusm_em" Remove dust ane dirt [rmn

between fins.

GUXDE

Maintenance Frequency

Air Filter Daily or every 4 hrs. use

Spark Plug Every 3 mths. or 100 hrs, use

Carburetor 6 months or 300 hrs. use

Cooling System Bei0re Use Muffler (Spark Arrestor) Monthly Gear Housing Yearly

Blades After Use Fuel Leaks Bet_re Use Fasteners Before Use Labels Before Use

Handles Before Use Guards / Safety Devices Before Use Fuel Line Monthly

Fuel Strainer

Choke

Clean Replace

Clean

Replace

Check / Rebuild

Replace Inspect / Clean Inspect / Clean

Check Grease

Inspect / Clean / Lubricate Inspect / Repair inspect / Tighten / Replace Inspect / Replace

Inspect / Replace Inspect / Replace

Inspect / Replace Inspect / Replace Replace

Check

Clean

Every 3 mths, or 100 hrs, use

6 months or 300 hrs, use

Yearly or 600 hrs, use*

Monthly Every 3 mths, or 100 hrs, use

With each re-flaeling No maintenance

Replace

* Replacemem will be reqt_ired 5_r commercial use after 600 hours For Cormmner use, cleamng every 6 mo_ths is required. Cleaning inch_dcs Rehttild K_s,

IMPORTANT: Time Intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance,

No_es:

For coil and flywheel

USING THE BORd ER EDGER ATTACHMENT

Your Mantis "_Fillerhas been

designed and built to accept a wide range of Mantis Tiller Attachments to increase its

usefulness in your lawn and garden. And, all Mantis Tiller

Attachments have been

designed for quick and easy

attachment to the Tiller or

Engine,

The Border Edger

(Item #3222)

The most popular

attachment, the Border Edger can be used to cut clean, neat

edges along walkways, or around trees, shrubs, and

garden beds.

The Border Edger has two parts: a wheel and a hardened steel blade, with pointed tines.

How to Install the

Border Edger

The following instructions rd?r to "right" and "left" axles. Assume that you're standing behind your Tiller, as you would fbr tilling and cultivating.

Some areas of your yard may

harbor roots and other underground obstructions. In places like this you'll want to

edge your borders shallowly (1" to 2" deep). Here's how to install the Border Edger for shallow edging:

1. First remove your

tilling/cultivating tines.

2. Then slide the edger's

wheel onto the right axle.

3. Now slide the Edger blade

onto the left axle. The blade's angled tace should hit the

ground when you spin the blade forward.

4, Insert retaining pins on

both left and right axles.

Around walkways and garden

beds, you'll want to edge more

deeply (3" to 4" deep). Here's how"to install the Border Edger fbr that purpose:

1. Remove the

tilling/cultivating tines.

2. Slide the Edger's blade onto the right axle. The blade's pointed face should hit the ground when you spin the blade

forward.

3. Slide the wheel onto the

left axle.

4. Insert retaining pins on

both sides.

How to Use the

Border Edger

1. Position your Mantis Tiller so that the Edger blade is right along the garden edge and the

Wheel is outside (on the lawn, on the sidewalk, wherever).

(Picture 1)

2. Start your Tiller and pull your Mantis backward along the garden edge. (Picture 2)

The Border Edger Can Handle Special

Projects!

1. Install the Edger tbr deep

edging, as directed above. The

use it to cut sod strips.

2. Edge and ,weed at the same

time[ Just attach the Edger

blade on one axle and a Tiller

tine on the other axle, "Mix and match" blades; don't be aDaid to

experiment.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Picture 1 Picture 2

If you do a lot of edging,

you'll appreciate the

Mantis Wheel[ Set

(Item#9222.) It gives you

added stability, for even

easier banning.

To order the wheel Set, or

any MantAs Attachment, ........

contact your local aumodzed 4 Mantis dealer.

NTIS TILLER ASSEMBLY

P/N 438LA

DIRECTION

35 54 38 42 42 32

g_vP_!_ Qrf, DESCRtFrION NO.No.

1 382 1 Throttle Lever 2 383 1 Gfip-Thru

3 619 1 Grip 4 4062 1 Upper Handle -w!o Throttle 5 4061 1 Upper Handle _with Throttle

6 4063 2 Lower Handle 7 48gM I Label 8 148 1 Handle Brace

9 464 1 SwitchBracket

!0 479 1 Switch II 410 4 CapScrewl/4-20xI'Lg.

12 972 6 LockNut 1/4-20

5 478 2 ThrottleClip 6 477 1 Connector Female

17 476 1 Connector Male 18 4075 1 GrotmdWire

19 379 2 CableRetainer 20 413 t Retair_ingRing

...... 47

17 18

KE:_'PAtti Qr**DEsc_VrlON

No, No.

21 467-2 1 Throttle Cable Ass,/. 22 377 2 Handle Clamp

23 470 2 LongBolt 1/4-20 x 3" Lg. 25 465 1 Fender Guard

26 140 2 Bold 1/4-20 x 3/8" Lg. 27 380E_4B1E 1 (Qt>) Engine

28 468 1 Drive Shaft 29 466 1 Worm Gear Housing

31 436 1 Gasket 32 437A i Housing Cover

33 651. 1 Rd. Hd. Sdf Tapping Screw 34 423 1 Roller gearing 35 425 1 Worm Bearing Race 36 424 ! Worm Thrust Bearing

37 422 1 WormSMfl 38 426 1 Worm Disk

39 428 1 Retaining Ring 40 429 1 Worm Gear

Raise_t Hub

Teeth a Clockwise

Direction

When yet1 look at a Tirm witlt the rab, ed hub facing yo_

and the teeth are pmming in a CL_NWISE _'o_ation,

you have _:_LEV_ !tAND TINE_

P/N 438RA

DIRECTION

Ra}sed Hub

_ointi_

a Count_

ClockwiSe Direcliot_

When you look at 'l'J_ac with the raised hub tacing you and the Iectb are poit_ting i_n a COUNTER CLOCKWISE

'¢ _ation, veu a_ad a NtrG}TF HAND 7[INE,

KF_PAR-r@o DEscmmoN No. No.

341431 1 Tine Shaft 42 430 2 Worm GearThrust Washer

43 432 2 Worm Gear Bearing 44 434 2 Bearing Seat 45 435 2 Bearing Seal Retainer 46 438RA 1 Tine Assembly (RM) 47 438LA 1 Tb_eAssembly (LM,) 48 4184 2 1-ineRetaining !tair Pin 49 402 1 Carryirtg HanOe

50 487MA 1 Engiue Label 51 4043 1 TineLabet

53*AA7222 Trans - Transmission Assembly 54 458 ! Roller Bearing

55 4058 I MantisLabd 56 1612-70A l SwitchCover

*DoesnotincludeKeyor#48 wkransmission

'P/N468IsincludedmAA72224rans.

S%4B1E ENGINT PARTS ASSEMBLIES

CA_U_TOR

KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION KEY NO, NO, NO.

12520013122 1 CarburetorAsy 21

Includesthefollowing: 22

t 12534405360 2 Screw 24 2 1253&108560 1 Ring 25 3 12538108660 1 Pump,Purge 26

4 12531005360 2 Screw 27 5 12538305360 1 Base,Purge 28 g A B ! Diaphragm,Metering 29

7 A B 1 Gasket,Metering 30 8 t2533942030 ! Screw

9 A 1 Pen,MeteringArm 31

10 A 1 Lever,Metering 32

11 A 1 Spring,MeteringLever A 12 A 1 VaNe,InletNeedle B

13 A 1 Plug,Welch 14 12581649030 1 Valve,Throttle

15 12531413930 I Screw 16 12531813120 1 Needle,LowSpeed

17 12532909860 1 Cap,LimflerL.L 18 12532013310 1 Needle,HighSpeed

19 12532939030 1 Cap,LimiterH,S, 20 12532713930 I Clip

PART QTY DESCRIPTION

NO.

12837242030 1 Swivei 12531713810 1 Shaft,Thtott!e 12531342030 1 Spring,Thre_leReturn

12537813930 1 Piece,Friction 12533306960 1 Screw,IdleAdiust

12533306960 2 Screw 12582412820 1 Cover,Pump

A B 1 Gasket,FueiPump A B 1 Diaphragm,FuelPump

A I Strainer

12537649030 1 No_te, MainCheckVaNe 12532715130 1 Clip

12533406560 1 Spdng_Adjust Screw 12530012820 1 RebuildKit

12530320560 1 GaskeL/DiaphragmKit

AIR CL NER I J[UFFLER,& T RO TLE

KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION NO. NO NO NO. NO NO.

1 18001042082 1 Gasket,intake 2 90023805020 2 Screw5x 20

3 17851004560 1 Rod,Choke 4 13030104560 1 Case,Air Cleaner

5 17881005280 1 Grommet 6 13041005360 1 Bracket,AirCleaner

7 90024205057 2 Screw5x 57 8 89012140630 1 Label, Choke 9 90052800005 1 Nut, Wing

10 13032611521 1 Cover,Air Cleaner 11 13031004560 1 Filter,Air

12 17851504560 ! Shutter,Choke 13 17851600830 ! Spacer 14 12620018122 1 CarburetorAssy

t5 13001642031 1 Gasket,Intake

16 13001742031 1 Insulator 17 90050000005 2 Nut5

20 14580011821 1 MuffterAsy

{includesitems21-26)

21 14551042031 2 Gasket,Muffler

(tociudedin Kit88900045131)

22 14586240630 1 Screen,Muffler 23 14586642031 1 Gasket,MufflerLid

(Includedin Kit88900045131)

24 14587642030 1 Lid,Muffler 25 t4586306960 ! Fixture,Screen

26 90024204010 3 Screw4 x 10 27 90010505050 2 Bolt 5 x50

28 90060000005 2 Washer5 29 14587105360 I Cover,Muffler

40 178001q 1820 1 ThrotileCabte 41 900502_00006 2 Nut,6 42 900610_00006 2 Washer,Lock6

44 163400_02160 1 Switch,On/Off 50 900220-05028 1

51 178110_05330 t Screw5 x 28 52 900500*00005 1 Locknut5

53 900560_00005 1 Nut5

54 178024-06130 1 55 178010_06460 1 ThrottleTrigger

56 178043-05230 1 SpringThrottleReturn

S%4B I E ENGINE,PARTS

FUEL TANK

18 19

NO. NO.

18 90027505015 3 Screws 5x15 19 90060300005 3 Washers

20 13100511820 1 Tank,Fuel 21 13201011520 1 Pipe3×5×210 22 13130056430 1 Valve,Check 23 13011106530 1 Clip, Pipe

24 13131244330 1 Pipe 3×5× 70

_8 _ 28 13211546730 1 Grommet,Fuel

_7 24 28 13120507320 i Strainer,Fuel

KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION

29 13100453530 1 Cap Asy,FuelTank

27 13201309820 1 Clip 30 13101655830 1 Gasket,FaelCap

ST4RTER, PAWL CATCHER & CL_)TCH

KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

6 5

17 4

1 17720012820 1 Starter Asy 2 17722042030 1 Spring,Rewind 8 17721644430 1 Drum,Starter 4 17723644330 1 Screw

5 1 RopeSiarter

6 17727742030 1 Guide,Rope 7 17728811120 1 Grip,Starter

8 90023804016 4 Screw4x16

9 90060500008 1 Washer,Spring8

10 90016204022 2 Bolt4 x 22 I1 15660152130 1 Coil,ignition 12 99944506071 1 SparkPlugBPM-7Y 13 15901103432 t Coil,SparkPlug

14 15901201620 1 Cap,SparkPlug 15 15611004920 1 Bushing

16 15660105360 1 Flywheel 17 1772021222# 1 PawlAsy, Starter

18 17723442030 2 Spring, PawlReturn 19 17721844330 2 Pawi,Starter

20 90060000005 1 Washer5

21 90060500605 1 Washer;Spring5 22 90011505025 1 Bolt5x25 23 90023804014 4 Screw4x14

24 61022311520 1 CaseClutch 25 17501004633 1 Drum,Clutch

26 90623806012 t Screw6x12 27 17501411520 1 Washer,Clutch 28 17504404630 1 Washer,Clutch

29 90080836000 1 Searing,Ball 6000 30 90060000010 1 Washer 10

31 17501904630 1 Plate_C_L_tch 32 1750000753I 1 ClutchAsy

83 17500905131 2 Shoe,Clutch 34 17501805130 2 Spring,Clutch

35 17501605020 1 Hub,Clutch 36 16202152830 1 Lead,ignition

(IncludesItem30)

(UseSulkRope 99944400040

3 x 890 (J2 x 33,5)

(IncludesItems18 & 19)

(includesItems33*35)

KEY PART QTY DESCRIPTION

NO. NO.

! 10620411520 1 Crankcasekit

(includesItems2-6)

2 10021242030 2 Seal,Oil

3 10021503930 2 Pin,Dowel 4 ! Gasket,Crankcase

(includedinKit88900045131) 5 90081036201 2 Bearing,Ba1620 6 90018205028 3 Bolt5>:29

7 10616013120 1 CrankshaftAsy 8 61032502730 I Key,Woodruff

9 10000048732 1 Piston,Kit

(IncludesItems10°14)

10 10001105838 2 Ring,Piston 11 10001504630 2 Circtip_PistonPin

12 10001411520 2 Spacer,PistonPin 13 10001251230 1 Bearing,Needle

!4 10001311520 i Pin,Piston t5 10101044332 1 Gasket,CylinderBase

(includedin Kit889000045131)

t6 10101106562 1 Cylinder

17 90016205022 2 Bolt 5x22

18 90023804018 2 Screw4x18

19 10150612820 1 Cover,Cyflnder

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18 19

D EG-KONFORMITATS-ERKLUARUNG F DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE CE

GB EC DECLARATION OF CONFORM_ITY NL EG CONFORMITEITSVERKLARJNG

N EU OVERENSSTEMMELSESERK_R_NG

MANTIS

E I

DELARACtON DE CONFORMiIDAD DEE DJCHIARAZ_ONE DI CONFORMITA" DEE

EG KONFOR_._JTETSF_RKLARING

EU OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLaER_NG

EU=YHDENMUKAISUUSVAKUUTUS

0 Wit

F Noue,

GB We, NL Wij,

E Nosotros,

Noi,

S Vi,

DK Vi, N Vi,

SF Me,

Mantis 1028 Street Road

Southampton, PA, 18966

USA

erki&ren in o_leiniger Verantwortung, dose die Maschine: dSclarons sous notre seule responsobifit_ qu le machine: declare on our sole responaiblity that the machine: verklaren ale enig veratwoordeikue, dat de machine: declaramos per responsabilidad exclusive que la m_quina: dichiariamo aotto la nostra unica responsebilit& f6rk_ara p& eget ansvar art nedenst_,ende redskin: erkalerer under aneansvoh at maskinen: erklaerer p& eget ansvor, at maskinen:

vakuutomme t&ten, ett& kone:

D Modell: 7222ME, (E) Seriennummer(n): slehe euf dem Ger_t Konstruktionsjahr: slehe auf dam Gar,_t F Mod_le: 7222ME, (E) Numera(s) de seire: voir suri'appareil Annee de construction: voir auWapparoat

GB Model: 7222ME, (E) Serial number(s): see tool Year of manufacture: sea toot

NL model: 7222ME, (E) seriennummer(s): zie op her apporoot constructiejaar: zie op her eppereat E Modelo: 7222ME, (E) N0mero(s) de seire: v_ase on le m_quina ARe de construccion: v_ase en la m_qulna

ModelIo: 7222ME, (E) Numero(i) di serie: vedi la targhotta sull'appareccMo Anne di construzione: verdiIotarghet!_asull'apparecchlo S modeth 7222ME, (E) seriennummer: ee apparel konstruktionsjahr: se epperot DK model: 7222ME, {E) seriennummer(re): se apparatet konstruktionsar: oe epporotet N model: 7222ME, (E) seriennummer: se apparatet konstruktionsar: se apparetet SF Matii: 7222ME, (E) Sarjanumero/mumerot: ks. ty_kalua Valmistusvuosi: ks. tySkalua

0 ,..be,_chrieben in del be_e/egter_ Dok_men_etk_n mit dot EG-M_schinenri_ltIl£ie 89/3021EEC, ge&ndei't dutch 9113681EEC, 93/44/EE0, und 93168{EEC sowie tier EG-Meschtlten[iehttir_ie out

elektmmagnet_schen Kompatibillt_ 89/336/sEe, go.deS dutch die Riehflinien gl/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC, und 93168/EEC entsprieht F ...d_cdte dana lee documents ci-jo_nts est conforme _ la directive surtes machines, relative aux exiger_ces ee_entie]ies de san_ _ de aeeuri_ 89/392/EE0, modifi0e pat los di[eatives

91Y368/E.ECr gS/44/EEC et 93/68/EEC, et & le directive de comp_tibilit_ eiectromagnetique modif6 par les directives 91/263/SEC, 92/31/EEC et 93/68/EEC, GB .._deecfibed _nthe accompanying documentation conforms to the Essential Health and Safe.E/Requirelllents of tile Machinery Directive 89!392rEdo as amended by 91/368ECC_

93/44/EEC and 93/68/EEC end the Eiectromagnetie Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC as amended by 91/263/EE0 end 93/68/EEC. N L .,.beschreve_ in de bilgevoegde documentat_e voldoet aan de Essentl_ie gezondhetde- en veiligheidsve_ieten van de EG-mechieeriehtlijn, 89/392/EEC ge_'i_zigd door gl/368/EEC,

93/44/EEC en 93/68/EE0, en de EG,eledtrom_gnetische eompatibiliteitscrichttijn 89/336/EEC, gewijzigd door 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC en 93/68/EEC.

E .,.deserita en al documeetaciien adjenta, se conforma a 10s requistos esenciales de salud y eeguridad de le Direotive de Maquinariae 89/392/EEC_ enmendeda per medic de la

9t/368rEEC, 93/44/EEC y 93/68/EEC y i_ Dire_ve de Compatibilidad Electromageelica 89/368/EEC, enmendada por med_o de 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC y gS/681EEC.

I .,_descrifte nolle documentaziene di accompagnamento, seddisfa quante prescritto in materie di Sicurezza e Salute di base della directtive s_lle macchine 89/392/EEC, moditicata daJ_a

diret_ive 91/308/EEC, 93/44/EEC e 93/68/EEC e datta di_ct_iva suite compatibitit& elettromanetica 89/336/EEC, modificala daile d_rettive 91/263/EEC, 92/31/_EC e 93/68/EEC. S ..._om beskrivs i bifogade dokumentatien _vere_sst_mmer reed vf_septiga h_lso÷ och s&ke_hetskrav i _G-riktlin_erna fSr maskiner 89P392/EEC, som ._ndra_ dehorn EG-riktiihjerne

91/3684EEC, 93144_EEC ech £3_68_EEC s_mt Ee_fiktl_njema f_ elekt_omagnetisk hempa_ibilitel 8913_/EEC, sore _c_re_e genera EG_rikt_iejerna 91P63/ECO, 92/311eEC och SS]68/EEC.

DK ..,beschreven in de bijgeveegde documentade voldoet aan de Assenti_ie gezondheid_ en veiIighe_dsvere[s_en van de _G-machinerirchtlijn, 89/392/EEC gew_jz_gd doer 9!/368/EEC,

93/44/EEC en 93/68_EC_ en de EG-eietremagnetische compatibiliteltsriehtlijn 89/336rEED, gewijzigd door 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC en 93/68/EEC, N ._beskrives i vedlagte dokumenterieg sore er i _amsver reed Nodveedig Helso - og Sikkerhetskrav i EU-maskindirektiv 89/392f_EC, og rewdert rned EU-di_l_ttvene 91/368/EEC, 93/44/EEC

og 93/68/EE0 eg Elektromagnetisk kempatibiiitetskirecktlv 89/33/EE0, revidert med EU-direekiivene 91/263/E_C, 92J31!EEC og 93/68/[=EC, SF ...ioka onn kuvattu oheisissa asiakirjoissa t&ytt_ kone_a koskeven dkektiivie 89/392/EEC oleelliset terveys- je turveilisuusvaatimuu_kset, direktivie_ 91/368/_EC, 93/44/EEC ja S3/68/EEC

m_toet_n mt_isest_, sok_ s_hk6m_Sneettist_ yhteen_Nuut_ koekev_ d_e_iivin 891336fEEC v_tireukset, d_rektiN_ee 91t26S/EEC, 92/31/E£C i_ 9_%SfEEC mu_tosten muk_ses_

D Name, Vomame: F Nom, Pr_nom: GB Surname, First Name:

NL Naam, Voornaam: E Apellido, Nombre:

I Cognome, Nome:

S Namn, Fomomn: DK Navn, Fornavn:

N Navrh Fomavn: SF Sukunimi, etunumi:

SOUTHAMPTON, PA

Oft, Datum, Uhtetschdft

F Lieu, Date, Sig_etore N Sted, og, Uddersknff

Pfefffer Mark

Pfeiffer Mark Pfetffer Mark Pfeiffer Mark

Pfe_ffer Mark

D Ste!lung:

F Position: GB Position: NL Positie: E Posici6n:

Pfeiffer Mark

Pfe_ffer Mark Pfe_ffer Mark

Pteiffer, Mark

USA JANUARY 9, 1997

Pfeiffer_ Mark _/

S Position:

DK Stilling: N Stilling:

GB Place, Date, Signature _ Luger y feaha, Firma NL Plaate, Daiem, Handtekening _ Luego e date, Firma

S_ Paikk& P&iv&m_tAr_, Allekirjoitus

Posizione:

Executive V,R of Mantis E_ecutive V,P. of Mantis

Executive V.P. of Mantis Executive V,Poof Mont_s

Vice Presidente Ejecutlvo de Mantis Executive V.Poof Mantis

Executive V.P. of Mantis

Adm. direktor for Mantis

Adm, d_r. for Mantis

Mantis, Voratoimituejohtaja

S Oft. dale Underekrift

_K Sled, date, unuers_df!

!/9/97 722MED

MANTIS ®

MODEL 7222E, (ME)

O GER_,USCHEMISSION

F EMISSION DU BRUIT GB NOtSE EMISSION NL GELUIDSAFGIFTE N LYDEM|SJON

Schalldruck am Ohr des Bedieners bei Ladebetrieb: 93dB(A)L_ Schalleistung 106Lw,

Pression acoustique au niveau de l'oreille de I'operateur & une charge de fonctionnement de 93dB(A)L_ Puissance acounstique de 106Lw,_

Sound Pressure at operator's ear, at load operation: 93dB(A)L_4 Sound Power 106LwA

Geluidscruk bij her oor van de gebruiker, bij belast gebruik: 93dB(A)L_ Geluidsvermogen 106LwA

Lydtrukk ved operatorens ere, i lepet av lasteoperasjonen 93dB(A)L_ Bakke-kraft 106LwA

Pressione acustica all'orecchio dell'operatore, al momento de!l'operazione di carieo 93dB(A)L_q Potenza acustica i 06Lw_

Pressione acustica atl'orecchio dell'operatore, al momento detl'operazione di carieo 93dB(A)L_

Potenza aeustica 106LwA

E EMISION DE RUIDO I EM|SSmONE DI RUMORE

S BULLERNWA DK STOJEMISS|ON

SF MELUEMISSIO

Ljudtrycket vid anvAndarens 6ra, ifull drift: 93dB(A)_ Liudeffekt 106Lw_

Stajtryk ved operatorens are ved belastningsdrift: 93dB(A)L_q Lydstryke 106L_

•_&nenpaine koneekAytt_jAn korvassaduormitukse!la 93dB(A)Lo_ ,_&niteho 106L,,vA

D SCHW_NGUNGSMESSUNG: ........

F MESURE DE VUBRATJON: GB WBRATION MEASUREMENTS:

NL TRILLINGMET_G:

N VIBERASJONSMALINGER

RH*

x 4.9

y 2,48

z 3,17

"RH & LH =

GB ACCELERATION RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND

D BESCHLEUNIG RECHTE HAND UND LtNKE HAND

E MEDICI(SN DE VIBRACIONES:

| MISURA DELLA ViBRAZIONI:

S MATLING AV SVANGNmNGEN:

DK V|BRATIONSALING SF T_,RIN_,N MITTAUKSET

LH*

x 5,15

y 3.53

z 6,19

ACCELERAZIONE MANO DESTRA E SINISTRA

ACCELE_RATION MAIN DROiT E!- MAIN GAUCHE

_AVIRKNING AF HOJRE H_ND OG VENSTRE HAND

S ACCELERATION HOGER HAND OCH VANSTER HAND

N AKSELERASJON HOYRE HAND OG ViNSTRE H]kND

t 12796722mes&v

ACELERACION MANO DERECHA A MANO IZQUIERDA

VERSNILLING RECHTER HAND EN LINKER HAND

OIKEAN JA VASEMMANPUOLEINEN KIIHDYTYS

LIMITED INFORL L TION FOR MANTIS TILLER

Mantis extends oMy to the original consumer purchaser a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from date of purchase. This warran V covers all portions of the MANTIS Tiller.

MANTIS ,#il! repair or, at its option, replace any defective part or parts of the

product tree of charge. In the event of a defect or malfunction, the purchaser must remm the product on an authorized Mantis

dealer.

MANTIS assumes no responsibility in the event that the product was assembled or

used in contravention of any assembl> care, safety, or operating instructions

contained in the Owner's Manual; was not used wi(h reasonable care; or was used for

other than normal and intended purposes,

MANTIS MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATION EXCEPT THOSE CONTAINED HEREIN. THE

DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED "WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND

FITNESS FOR A PAt{rICU_ AR PURPOSE, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE

EXPRESS WARP,ANTY. MANTIS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT AND/OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME

STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND/OR DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIM[TATION OF

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THAT ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO

YOU. THIS WARP_\NTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY

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Mantis

1028 Street Road

Southampton, PA 18966 (215) 355-9700

Specifications descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are asaccurate as known atthe time of puNieation, but are subjeot to change without notice,

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