Mantis 7225, 7222 Owner’s Manual

WELCOME TO THE V¢O D OF NTIS GA ENING!

Here's your new MANTIS Tiller... the lightweight wonder that "Makes Gardening Easier."

Unlike big tillers, your MANTIS Tiller weighs only 20 pounds. So it lifts easil>>;

handles smoothly, tilIs and_ weeds precisely And, unlike other small tillers, it features

serpentine tines that churn soil up to ten inches deep. It creates a soft, smooth seed

bed, even in problern soil.

Once you know hovv to use your tiller correctly, 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 MANTIS 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

Salety Rules & Warnings ............... 3-4

Safety Decals ........................... 3

Engine & Fuel Warnings .................. 4

Assembly and Mixing Fuel ............... 5-7

Starting .............................. 7-8

Additional Information ................... 8

What to Do Just in Case ................... 8

Getting to Your Garden ................... 9

Tilling & Cultivating ................... %10

Tine Positioning ........................ 10

Cultivating ............................ 10

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Maintenance ........................ 11-12

Storage ................................ 13

"Double Shooting & Specifications ....... I4-1.5

Service Maintenance Guide ................ 15

Using The Border/Edger Attachment ........ 16

MANTIS Tiller Assembly Layout ........... 17

Engine Parts Assemblies ............... 1.7-18

EPA Phase 2/California Tier III Emission

Control Warranty Statement .............. 19

Limited Warranty Information ............ 20

SAFETY RULES & WARNINGS

You will notice throughout this Owners Manual Safety Rules and Important Notes. Make sure you

understand and obey these warnings for your own protection.

I. Special Safety Information

II. Safety & "Warnings

WARNING

The Engine Exhaust from this product contains ch,._micals known

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

reproductive harm.

PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY

The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer ce_if_iing the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are

followed as listed in file Maintenance Section of this manual

III.

Safety Decal Information

P/N 400620

become hard 1o read. 'Ihe location and part tmmbers (PIN) of these decals are illustrated on Page 27.

An imporianl part of the safe b system incorporated in this tilier are the warrd:ng

and informa[ioi_ decals tbund on various parts of the tiller+ These decaIs must be replaced

in time due _oabrasion, etc. It is your responsibility to replace these decals when they

CUTRNG HAZARD; KEEP DO [',JOTCARRY THE READ OWNERS MANUAL DON'T FUEL REFUEL, FEET AND HANDS NN'AY TILLER iN THS BEFORE USING TILLER, OR ORCH_CK FUEL WHILE FROM ROTAT NG TINES, POSITION PERFORMING ANY REPAIR SMOKING, OR NEAR AN

OR MNNTENANCE KEEP OPEN ELAME OR OWNERS MANUAL _NA OTHER _GNmON SAFE PLACE SOURCE,

CAUTION: WHEN ASSEMBUNG THE HANDLES, MAKE SURE

FUEL TANK EACESOPERATOR, THiS ISTHE REAR OF THE

TILLER, REFERTO ASSEMBW INSTRUCTION ON PAGE7_

iNCORRECT ASSEMBLY,

WEAR EAR AND EYE PROTECT_ON_

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MIX UNLEADED GAS WITH 2 CYCLE 50:10_L

IV. Warnings - Do's

Read and understand the owner's

manual. Pay particnlar attention to aIl sections regarding safety'.

1. Always keep a firm grip o13both

handles while the tines are moving and/or 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 oil betore letong go of the tiller.

2. Always maintain a firm tboting and

good balance Do not overreach while operating the tille> Betbre you start to use

the tiller check the work area for obstacles that might cause you to lose your tboting_

balance or control of the machine.

3, Thormaghly inspect the area where

equipment is m be used and remove all objects, which can be thrown by the

machine.

4. Mways keep area clear of children,

pets, and bystanders.

5. Always stay alert. Watch what yon

are doing and use CO/T_moHsense. Do not operate unit when faOgued.

6° Always dress properly. Do not wear

loose clothing or jewelry, they might get caught in moving parts. Use sturdy gloves.

Gloves reduce the transmission of vibration

to your hands. Prolonged exposure to

•dbration can cause numbness and other ailments.

7. "_qafleworkhug, always wear substantial tbotwear and lomg trousers. Do not operate the equipmem when bareloot

or wearing open sandaIs

8, Always wear ear and eye protection. Eye protection nmst meet ANSI Z 87.1. _o avoid hearing damage, we recommend

hearing protec0on be worn whenever using

the equipment.

9. To reduce life hazard, keep the

engine, and petrob_gasstorage area t)'ee of vegetative material and excessive grease.

1O, Start d-mengine carefull> according

to the manulacmrer's instructions and with

leer well away trom tool(s),

11, Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tght

to be sure the equipment is in sate working condioon.

12. Use *_\me caution when reversing

or pulling the machil_e towards you,

13, W'brk only in daylight or good

artificial light.

14. Always be sum of your footing on

slopes

15. Exercise exuvme cannon when

changing direction on slopes.

16, Always keep a safe distmqce

between two or more people when working together.

17, Always inspect your unit before

each use and ensure that N1 handles, guards and fasteners are secunL operating,

and in place.

18, Always maintain and examine your

Tiller with care. Fotlow maintenance instructions given in manua!.

19. Always store tiller in a shehered

area (a dry, place), not accessible m children, The tiller as well as tSaelshould

not be stored in a house

V. Warnings - Don'ts

Don't use tiIler with one hand. Keep

both hands on handles with fingers and thumbs encircling the handles, while tines

are moving, and engine is running.

Don't overreach. Keep a good _boting at

all times,

En#ne/Fuel Warnings - Do's

Always use flesh gasoline in the fuel

mixture. Stale gasoline can cause damage.

Always store fuel in containers

specifically designed tk_rthis purpose.

Always D_ll starter cord slowly until

resistance is felt, Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent arm or hand

injm7¢

Engine/Fuel Warnings - Don'ts

Don't fi_el, refud or check fuel while

smoking, or near an open flame or other ignition source Stop engine and be sure it is cool bd0re refueling.

Don't leave the engine running while the tiller is unattended. Stop engine betore putting the tiller down or while transporting

from one place to anothe>

Don't refi,el, start or run this Oiler indoors or in an improperly ventilated area.

Don't run engine when electrical system

Don't run with the machine, walk. Don't work on excessively steep slopes.

Don't attempt to clear tines while they

are moving. Never try to remove jammed material betbre switching the engine off and making sure the Ones have stopped

completd>

Always operate engine with spark

arrestor installed and operating properly: The use of spark arrestor mufflers is

required by law in the state of California (Section 4442 o[ the Calitomia Public

Resources Code), as well as in other states or municipalities_ Federal laws apply on

[kdeml lands.

causes spark outside the cylinder, During periodical checks of the spark plug, keep

plug a safe distance from cylinder to avoid burning of evaporated fuel t?om cylinder:

Don't check lor spark with spark plug or

ping wire removed, Use an approved tester.

Don't crm3kengine with spark plug

removed unless spark plug wire is disconnected, Sparks can ignite fumes.

Don'trun enginewhen the {_.torofgasoline

kspre:-_ntor odmr explosivecondition,se>_t.

Don'l allow children or incapable

people to operate this tiller_

Dofft operate while under

the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Don't attempt m repair this tiller. Have

repairs made by a qualified dealer or repairman. See that only original MANTIS parts are used.

Stop the engine whenever you leave the

machine.

Allow the engine to cool before storing

in any enclosure,

If the fuel tank nee& to be &ained, this

should be done outdoors°

Don't operate the unit if gasoline is

spilled. Clean up spill completely before starting engine.

Don't operate your _ilier if there is art

accmnulation of debris anmnd the muffler and cooling fins.

Don't touch hot runners, cylinders

or cooling fins as contact may cause serious bums_

Don't change the engine governor

setting or over speed the engine.

ASSEMBLY

Your MANTIS filler comes partially assembled. You must insmI1 only the handlebars, the carrying handle, and the tines.

This will take just a few minutes if you follow the directions.

First, take all Reins out of the ca_on. But do not remove tile cardboard t¥om 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 Ownerg Manual and Video.

To assernble your MANTIS Tiller, you'll need two 7/16" wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, We suggest that you

install all nuts and bolts only 'finger tight" -- that is, one- half to one lull turn -- until you've completed assembly.

The nuts are sdf locking, but you must use a wrench to tighten them completely.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE LOWER HANDLES

To identify part numbers, see pages 6 and 27.

1. Use the protective cardboard sleeve to stabilize

your tiller. Stand the engine assembly (#8) up.

2. Lay the handle parts within easy reach. '_;ou'llneed one of the handle clamps (#38) and one of the lower handles (#3). Note that the lower handles have a short leg

on one end. (Picture I)

3. Fit the handle clamp 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 (#36). Slide it through the first, set of holes -- near the elbow where 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

handle?s short leg. Add a nut and tighten finger tight.

6. Locate d'_eworm gear housing. It starts just above -- and extends down through -- the tiller); red fender guard.

You'll notice that there_ 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 holt fits along the back of the housing. (Picture 5)

& Slide the second 3-inch bolt through the second set of

holes in the short legs. Add a nut and tighten finger tight.

Quantity

1 1

i 1

1 1

2 4 2

2 2

*These numbers are the same nm,/bers shown on the Parts Layout on

page !6.

Picture 4 Picture 5

Description "_Key# Upper Handle Assembly 2

Upper Handle Throttle Side Assembly I Lower Handles 3

Pair Tiller/Cultivator Tines 26127 Engine Assembly (includes Fender

Guard & Worm Gear Transmission) 8, 7, 42 Handle Brace 5

Plastic Carrying Handle 29 Bag of Hardware Containing: Cap Screws 34*

Lock Nuts 35 Bolts (3" long) 36

Tine Retaining Pins 28 Handle Clamps 38

Throttle Clips 6 Bobs 39

Knobs 40

Pictm_e 2 Pictt_re 3Picture I

NOTE: THE LOCK NUTS ARE STAMPED. FINGER TIGHT IS APPROXIMNfELY

112TO 1-1/2

TURNS

ASSEMBLY (continued)

HOW TO ASSEMBLE UPPER HANDLES &

PIASTIC CARR_ING

HANDLE.

i, Lightly squeeze the lower handles (#3) toward one another so that they line up with the two smaller holes on the carrying handle (#29). Then slide the carrying handle over and down the

lower handles. It will rest about four to six inches above the engine (Picture 1)

2. Gently pull the lower handles out

to their original position

3. Attach the upper handle assembly

(#I) - the handle with the throttle cable and ground wire - onto the right

handle, and secure with the handle knob (#40) and 1 J_und head bolt

(#39) (Picture 2). Be sure you have proper throttle movements and that the throttle 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 any doubt, remove air :filter and

visually check that the throttle triangle hits both the idle screw and the full

open swp, THIS MUST BE DONE BEFORE S'IT*_RTINGTHE ENGINE.

4. Follow the same steps to install

the left upper handle onto the other

lower handle. (Picture 3)

5. Use the clip (#6) 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

(#34) and a Lock Nut (#35) on either

side (Picture 5)

7, Use a w_mch to tighten Cap

Screws and Lock Nuts.

8, Now use wrench to tighten all

nuts and bolts firmly and securely.

IM[PORTANT NOTE:

Make sure you have installed the handles properly: When yon stand behind your tiller, holding the handles, you should face the gasoline tank.

Picture 1 Picture 2

Picture 3 Picture 4

WARNING:

Improper thro_ie

installation can cause tines to

rotate unexpectedly.

Pictm_e5

Assembling the Tines for

Tilling

1. Remove the cardboard from around

your "riller's base.

2. Slide the tines onto the axle shafts.

The "D" hole goes on the outside.

3 Make sure you've installed the trees properly for tilling. Liken the tines to your fingers. When your pahn. t_ces the ground, your fingers curl down. Stand behind the Tiller and hold your hand

next to the tines. Do the tine blades curl down, as your fingers do? If so, thW are

in tire tilling position. ('Ib switch to the cuhivaOng position, see pagy_10.)

4. _lb secure each tine to the axle,

insert a tine retaining pin.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Belore you use your MANTIS Tiller, read the Safe D, Rules & Warnings on pages 3-4.

Your MANTIS Tiller comes with a

Dee pre_measured bottle of two<ycle engine oil. Here's how to mix the oil

with the gas:

I.Pour 1/2 of the gasoline into a sate,

container. Do not mix the fuel and oil in the engine fuel tank.

2. Add 2.6 ounces of two-cycle engine oil to the gasoline and mix. Then add the rest of the gasoline.

3. Screw the cap onto the gasoline can. Then swirl the can to blend the

oil and gas.

4 Carehtlly pour the fuel mix into the tiller_s fuel tank. After putting the fuel tank_ cap back on, wipe up any spilled fuel from tank and gasoline

cal2.

IMPORTANT:

Fwo stroke tiael separates and ages. Do not mix more than you wit/use in a month. Using old fuel can cause difficult starting or engine damage°

Shake fuel container to thoroughly mix fuel before each use. Do not attempt to

run your engine on gasoline only, use

proper t;ael mixture.

Need more pre-nreasured engine oil?

You can order it from your local authorized MANTIS dealer.

Remember .,,

*Always :nix two-cycle oil with

gasoline betore fueling your tiller. Neveg ever run your tiller on gasoline alone. This will ruin your engine and

void all warranties.

•Always use a clean gas can and always

use unleaded gas.

• Never try to mix the oil and gasoline in the engine fuel tank_

•Always mix oil and gas in the proper proportions: 26 ounces of two<ycle

engine oil to one gallon of unleaded gasoline.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Do Not use old or stale oil/gasoline mixture. Always use the proper oil/gasoline m_ture. If you do not, your en#ne will suffer rapid, permanent damage. And you _1l void the engine warramy.

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