MTD 219-320-000 User Manual

OWNEirS GUIDE

ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • PARTS

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Model Number

CHAIN DRIVE

219-320-000

TILLER

Important: Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

FORM NO. 770-5258D

INDEX

Safe Operation Practices.................................................3

Assembly Instructions........................................... ... .4

Controls.............................................................................9

Operation......................................................................... 9

How to Use Your Tiller.....................................................9

Adjustments....................................................................12

Lubrication......................................................................12

Maintenance....................................................................12

Off-Season Storage........................................................13

Trouble Shooting Guide.................................................14

Repair Parts.............................................................. 15-19

Parts Information

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Back Cover

Dear Customer,

So often throughout the year we are all In a

rush to meet our dally obligations.

However, we at MTD Products Inc are tak

ing a quick moment out to say. . .

“Thank you for your business.”

Sinoerely,

MTD PRODUCTS INC

INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN WITH THIS SYM BOL ARE FOR PERSONAL SAFETY. BE

SURE TO FOLLOW THEM.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

For one year from the date of origina retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either repair

or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Transportation charges for the movement of

any power equipment unit or attachm«

charges for any parts submitted for rt

chaser unless such return is request«

This warranty will not apply to any par which has become inoperative due to misuse, excessive

use, accident, neglect, improper main enance, alterations, or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This warranty does not apply to the engine. Peerless components, motor, battery (except as noted below) or component parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items.

A battery which proves defective within ninety (90) days will be replaced without charge. After

90 days but within one year from the date of purchase, MTD will replace the defective battery

for a charge of 1/12 of the current retail price of the battery for each full 30 day period between the date of purchase and the date of return.

This warranty will not apply where tho unit has been used commercially. Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If you

do not know the dealer or distributor in your area, please write to the Customer Service Depart ment of MTD.

The return of a complete unit will not he accepted by the factory unless prior written permission

has been extended by MTD. This warranty gives you specific legal r ghts. You may also have other rights which vary from state

to state.

int are the responsibility of the purchaser. Transportation

placement under this warranty must be paid by the pur-

: d by MTD PRODUCTS INC.

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WARNING: This unit is equipped with an intern ai combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim

proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grasS' covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or sU te laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal law s apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized servi ;e dealer.

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To reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR TILLERS

1. It is suggested that this manual be read in its en

tirety before attempting to assemble or operate this unit. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replace

ment parts.

2. Your tiller is a precision piece of power equipment,

not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme cau

tion at ail times.

3. Read this owner’s guide carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.

4. Never allow children to operate a power tiller. Only

persons well acquainted with these rules of safe

operation should be allowed to use your tiller.

5. No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions.

6. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, par ticularly small children and pets.

7. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wear

ing open sandals. Always wear substan

tial footwear.

14. Do not walk in front of the tiller while the engine

is running.

15. Check the fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill gasoline tank indoors, while the engine is running, or while the engine is still hot. Replace gasoline cap secure ly, and wipe off any spilled gasoline before start

ing the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.

16. Do not run the engine while indoors. Exhaust

gases are deadly poisonous.

17. Be careful not to touch the muffler after the engine

has been running. It is hot.

18. Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.

19. Before any maintenance work is performed or ad

justments are made, remove the spark plug wire and ground it on the engine block for added safety.

20. Use caution when tilling near buildings and fences.

Rotating tines can cause damage or injury.

8. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get

caught on the tiller.

9. Do not start the engine unless the shift lever is in

the neutral (N) position.

10. Do not stand in front of the tiller while starting the

engine.

11. Do not place feet and hands on or near the tines when starting the engine or while the engine is

running.

12. Never attempt to make a wheei or depth bar ad justment while the engine is running.

13. Do not leave the tiller unattended with the engine running.

21. Before attempting to remove rocks, bricks and other objects from tines, stop the engine and be sure the tines have stopped completely. Discon nect the spark plug wire and ground to prevent ac cidental starting.

22. Check the tine and engine mounting bolts at fre

quent intervals for proper tightness.

23. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the

equipment is in safe working condition.

24. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank

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

NOTE

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Reference to left or right side of the

tiller is determined from behind the

unit in the operating position.

Tailpiece

FIGURE 1.

NOTE

This unit is shipped WITHOUT GAS OLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.

Tools Required:

(2) Vz" Socket, Open or Box Wrench (2) 9/16" Socket, Open or Box Wrench

Parts in Carton:

Tiller

-Handle Panel* Depth Bar Tailpiece Handles* Hardware Pack

Contents of Hardware Pack: (See Figure 2)

Carriage Bolts 5/16-18 x 1.75" Long*

(4)

Lock Washers 5/16" I.D.*

(4)

Hex Nuts 5/16-18 Thread*

(4)

Hex Bolts 3/8-16x1" Long

(2)

Belleville Washers

(2)

Lock Washers 3/8" l.D.

(2)

Hex Nuts 3/8-16 Thread

(2)

Clevis Pins

(1)

Hairpin Clip

(1)

*May be preassembled on your unit.

Cable Ties

(2)

K (1) Self-Tapping Screw (Not Shown)

(1)

FIGURE 2.

FIGURE 3.

Remove These

Bolts

Remove the tiller, all loose parts and literature from the

carton before discarding carton. Extend the throttle control and place on the floor. Be

careful not to bend or kink control wire.

TAILPIECE INSTALLATION

1. Remove two hex bolts located on the rear of tiller

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frame. See figure 3. A 9/16" wrench is required.

FIGURE 4.

Hole Provied for

Tailpiece

“U”-Channel

Bracket

Tailpiece

NOTE

Wheel hanger bracket must be removed before the “U’’-channel can be pivoted down.

2. Pivot the “U”-channel bracket down. Place the

—tailpiece in place in holes provided. See figure 4.

FIGURE 5.

Left Hand

Handle

e Hex Bolt

and Belleville

Washer

Hex Bolt (D)

Belleville Washer (E)

Lock Washer (F)

Hex Nut (G)

3. Replace hex bolts in frame, which were removed

— in step 1. Tighten securely. See figure 5.

4. Remove hex bolts and belleville washers from front

of frame. See figure 5.

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

1. Place the right and left hand handles in place

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against the tiller frame. See figure 6.

NOTE

The left hand handle has the clutch grip preassembled. Refer to figure 1.

2. Start the hex bolt and belleville washer by hand

(removed in step 4) in the bottom hole in handle.

3. Secure the top hole in handle with hex bolt (D), belleville washers (E), lock washer (F) and hex nut

(G). See figure 6.

FIGURE 6.

NOTE

If the handle panel was preassembled

on your unit, omit steps 4 and 5.

4. Place the handle panel in position on the handles.

Secure with four carriage bolts (A), lock washers

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(B) and hex nuts (C). See figure 7.

5. Tighten securely hex nuts (C) with Va" wrench.

6. Tighten securely hex bolts on lower handle (figure

6) with two 9/16" wrenches.

THROTTLE CONTROL INSTALLATION

Assemble the throttle control to the handle panel as follows.

1. Hold the throttle control assembly beneath the han

dle panel. Turn the control sideways and insert the lever up through the wide portion of the slot on the

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handle panel. See figure 8A.

2. After the end of the lever is through the slot, turn and then tip the control forward as shown in figure 8B to slide it through the slot.

FIGURE 8.

NOTE

The lever must be all the way to the back of the control housing as shown in figure 8B.

3. Push the control back into the slot in the handle panel and press in place. Be certain the control is locked securely into the slot. See figure 8C.

4. Secure the throttle control to the handle panel using self-tapping screw (K). See figure 8D.

ATTACHING CLUTCH CABLE

1. Hook the end of clutch cable (already attached to

tiller) over the extension spring as shown in figure

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NOTE

If spring has come loose, it must be reassembled to the weld pin on the idler bracket.

FIGURE 9.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

INDEX

LIMITED WARRANTY

I WARNING {

To reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in personal injury.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR TILLERS

NOTE

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE

Tools Required:

Parts in Carton:

Contents of Hardware Pack: (See Figure 2)

TAILPIECE INSTALLATION

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HANDLE ASSEMBLY

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THROTTLE CONTROL INSTALLATION

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ATTACHING CLUTCH CABLE

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