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OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL NO. HDF550D

5 HP 24 Inch

Tiller

Assembly ® Operation

® Customer Responsibnities

® Service and Adjusiments

® Storage

® Troubleshooting

® Repair Parts

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297

For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

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156332 11:3.96 TR

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Waiic-Behirid Powered Rotary Tiilers

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, particu

larly smallchiidren, 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 ad

equate outer garments. Wear footwear that will im

prove 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 alt 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).

OPERATION

Do not put hands or feet nearer under rotating parts.

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross

ing gravei 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 in

spect 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 ieaving the ma chine unattended. ■ DiSehgage the tines, 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 plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electrid motors; ^

Do not run the engine indbbrs; 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 dëep 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 (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, and the like). ^

Never operate the tiller without good vlsibility^or light. Be careful when tilling in hard ground. Thé tines may

catchinthegroundandpropeithetlllerforVvard. ifthis 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 conditioh.

® 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. Afidw the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

® Always , refer to the operator’s guidé instructions for

important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period.

- IMPORTANT-

CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATtENTlON TO fMPORTANT 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 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, ad|ysiing or making repairs.

A WP^\HG A

The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIOi^S 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

PRODUCT SPECIFiCATIOMS

HORSEPOWER; 5.0 HP

DISPLACEMENT:

9.03 cu. in. (148cc)

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.

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

MODEL

OIL (APl-SF/SG): (CAPACITY: 20 oz.70.6L)

SÁE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C) : SAE 5W-30 (Below 32“F/0°C)

NUMBER HDF550O SERIAL

NUMBER

SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) RJ19LM

Champion

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO

THE RIGHT HAND ENGINE BRACKET. YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

-IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST-COVERED, BRUSH-COVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL 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, A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA

PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE). OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL LANDS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBiLfTIES

9 Read and observe the safety rules. » Followa regularschedule In maintaining, caring forand

using your tiller.

• Follow instructions under “CuStonner Responsibilities” and “Storage” sections of this Owner’s Manual.

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in

materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be

defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.

1. This warranty does not apply to the engine or components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the

purchaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by American Yard Products.

The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of

3. original purchase.

This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in

accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration, tnisusev abuse, Improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, orto normal wear of the product.

Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, tines, tine adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard

5. hardware and normal maintenance.

in the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.

Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:

American Yard Products jb Canada contact: Service Department American Yard Products

PO Box 1687 1580 Trinity Drive, Units 5-8

Orangeburg, SC 29116 USA Mississauga, Ontario

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized

dealer from whom it was purchased.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas do riot allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above

limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale. This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS......

WARRANTY...

ASSEMBLY ...............................

OPERATION.....................

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■INDEX

A \

Adjustments:

Carburetor............................... 16

Depth Stake .............................. 8

Handle Height

Tines.

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V-Beit

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Wheels

Air Cleaner...................................

Belt, V-: : :

Belt Guard .............................

Repair Parts....

V-Beit Replacement..,

Cooling System.............................. 12

Controls:

Choke ....................................

Throttle .......................................

Tines

.......................................... 7

Cultivating 10 Customer Responsibilities:

Air Cleaner... Cooling System

Finish

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Maintenance Schedule........... 11

Muffler....................................

Oil Change... Spark Plug

Transmission.......................... ..13

Depth Stake:

Adjustment......

Repair Parts............

Engine: ;

Air Cleaner Cooling System

FuelType...............

Lubrication ..............................

Qi! Level

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15 8

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3, 11-13

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5-6

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..7-10

Engine (confd)

Oil Type .......................

Spark Plug

Starting ..................................... 9

Stopping ................................... 8

Storage

Winter Operation .................

Fuel:

Filling Tank ..............................

Storage.

Type....

Finish:

Maintenance

Handle;

Height Adjustment

Rëpair Parts........................

Lubrication:

Lubrication Chart

Engine .................................... 12

Muffler:

Maintenance........................... 13

Spark Arrester

Oil:

Level Type

Operation:

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

: Fill Fuel Tank....

Starting Engine

.Stopping Tines & Engine 8

Tilling ...................................... 8

Tiiiing Hints

Tine Operation ...........................

Transporting Tiller

Winter Operation .................... 12

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS

STORAGE ..............................

TROUBLESHOOTING........!..

REPAIR PARTS-TILLER.......

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9,12

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Repair Parts

Tiller......

Rules for Safe Operation

Service & Adjustments:

Carburetor

Handle Height.........................

Tines..

V-Beit........................................

Wheels...............

Service:

Repair Parts.........................

Service Record ....................... 11

Spark Plug:

Gap........................................ 3

Maintenance .............................13

Storage;

Fuel System... Tiller..,.

Tilling.,. Tines:

Arrangement.....................

Operation ..................................

Repair Parts.......................

Transitiission:

Maintenance ..........

Repair Parts........................... 23

Troubleshooting .........................

Transporting ...................................

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13-14

19-24

13-14

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Warranty.................

Wheels:

Adjustments

Repair Parts

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.....11

13-16

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19-24

16 13

15 8

8 22

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) Pair of pliers (1) Screwdriver (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 handies).

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x3/4

(1) Cotter Pin

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

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(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18x1

(1) Clevis Pin

(6) Hex Nuts 5/16-18

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

(6) Lock Washers 5/16

ASSEMBLY

UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE (See

Fig. 2)

CAUTIOH: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of

lyPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE{S).

» Cut cable ties securing handles.

Slowly lift handle assembly up and align handle holes with handle panel hole and slot

® Loosely assemble hardware as shown. Be sure the

shorter (3/4" long) hex bolt is assembled in lower hole of handle. Repeat for opposite side. Tighten all hardware securely.

• Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller

■ from skid.

cartoning material.

INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASS.Ey BLY

(See Fig. 3) : . ; , •

® Insert stake support between engine bracket halves

with stake spring down, NOTE: it may be necessary to loosen nut “A”. » Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts, lock

washers and nuts. Tighten securely. Also tighten nut

“A” if it was necessary to ibosen/

® Depth stake must move freely. If it does not, loosen

support bolt,

INSTALL REVERSE BOD (See Fig. 2)

® Secure upper reverse rod to lower reverse rod using

clevis pin. Secure with cotter pin.

Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.

(See “HANPLE HEiGHT”;in fhe Service and Adjust

ments section of this manua!).

TILLINGWIDTH

® 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

OPERATION 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 iliustraiions with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

These syrnbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their

meaning.

RUN

STOP

CAUTION ENGINE

OR WARNING ON

ENGINE

OFF

‘«»••IXIi'fe'

FAST

SLOW

CHOKE

FUEL

OIL

STOP

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the Arfierican National Standards Institute.

FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in forward direction.

REVERSE TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in reverse direction,

THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. DEPTH STAKE - Controls forward speed and the depth at

which the tiller will dig.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.

OPERATION

HOW TO USE YdUR TILLER

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

STOPPING (See Rg. 5)

TINES

“ Reléase 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.

TILLING

The speed and depth of tilling is reguiated 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 devis

pin. Change depth stake to desired position. Replace the

clevis pin and hairpin dip. * For normal tillihg, set depth stake at the second or third

hole from the top.

WHEELS (See Fig. 6)

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

pin. * For norma! tilling, set wheels at the second or third hole

from the top.

TINE,OPERATION (See Rg.,5)

FORWARD

« Squeeze forward tine control to handle. ,

REVERSE

® With forward tine control “OFF" (up) position, pull back

and hold reverse tine control.

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