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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. CHDR500A
5 HP 17 Inch
Tiller
Assembly
• Operation
• Customer Responsibilities
• Service and Adjustments
• Storage
• Troubleshooting
• Repair Parts
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Poulan
159399 Rev. 1 3.4.97 TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A,
SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers
A
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 small children, and pets.
PREPARATION
* Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all foreign objects.
« Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine {motor).
« Do not operate the equipment without wearing 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 all units with electric drive motors
or electric starting motors.
« Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer),
OPERATION
» Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
® Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross
ing grave! 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 leaving the ma
chine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into
neutral, and stop the engine.
» Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and makecertain 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 electric motors.
« Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
® Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.
Keep children and pets away.
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
til! too deep at too fast a rate.
Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery
surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.
Never allow bystanders near the unit.
Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, and the like).
Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light.
Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may
catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this
occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the
machine,
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
« Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition.
» Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condition,
" Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
“ Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for
important details if the tiller is to be stored for an
extended period.
- IMPORTANT -
CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS
OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR
CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A
POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: Gives essential information that wiil 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, adjusting or making
repairs.
A WARNING 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.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller, it
has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and performance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
HORSEPOWER:
5.0 HP
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service
center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and
the proper tools to service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.
MODEL
DISPLACEMENT:
GASOLINE CAPACITY:
OIL(API-SF/SG):
(CAPACITY: 20 oz./0,6L)
12.57 cu. in. (206cc)
3 Quarts (2.8L)
Unleaded Regular
SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 32“F/0X)
NUMBER CHDR500A
SERIAL
NUMBER
_________
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SPARK PLUG:
(GAP: .030'V0.76mm)
Champion
RJ19LM
DATE OF PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO
THE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION.
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 FOR SPARK ARRESTER.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
» Follow a regularschedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your tiller,
» Follow instructions under “Customer 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 parís 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
2.
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
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accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to
alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or instaliation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.
Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, tines, tine adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard
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hardware and normal maintenance.
In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer,
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Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:
American Yard Products In Canada contact:
Service Department American Yard Products
P.O. Box 1687 1040 Jayson Court
Orangeburg, SC 29116 USA Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2V5
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 not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how tong an implied Warranty may last, so the above
[imitations 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES...............................................................
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS.......................................
WARRANTY
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION.......
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3,13-15
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8-12
INDEX
A
Adjusimenis:
Depth Stake.................................9
Handle Height..........................
Side Shields
Throttle
Tines......................................... 17
V“Belt {Ground Drive)
Wheels................................. 12,15
Air Cleaner
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15
10
18
16
14
B
Belt:
Beit Guard
Repair Parts
V-Beli {Ground Drive)
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16
22
16
C
Cooling System
Controls:
Choke .........................................
Throttle.........................................8
Tines {Drive Control)
Cultivating........................................ 12
Customer Responsibilities:
Air Cleaner.................................14
Cooling System .......................
Finish
Maintenance Schedule............. 13
Muffler....................................... 15
Oil Change................................ 14
Spark Plug
Tines
Transmission
V-Beii (Ground Drive)
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14
14
15
15
17
15
16
D
Depth Stake:
Adjustment................................. 9
Repair Parts...............................25
E
Engine:
Air Cleaner
Cooling System
Fuel Type.................................. 10
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14
14
Engine (coni’d)
Fuel;
Finish:
Handle:
8
8
Lubrication:
Muffler:
Oil:
Operation:
Lubrication
Oil Level
Oil Type............................. 10,14
Spark Plug
Starting
Stopping......................................9
Storage
Winter Operation ..................... 14
Filling Tank...
Storage .
Type
Maintenance
Height Adjustment
Repair Parts
Lubrication Chart
Engine...................................... 14
Maintenance
Spark Arrester............................ 3
Level
Type
Cultivating
Fill Fuel Tank...........................
Starting Engine........................ 11
Stopping Tines & Engine
Tilling
Tilling Hints
Tine Operation
Transporting Tiller..
Winter Operation
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2
3
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.............
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS
STORAGE .................................................................. 19
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................ 20
REPAIR PARTS-TILLER
19
F
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19
10
H
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21
L
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M
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13
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10,14
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12
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14
15
11
10
15
15
15
10
10
11
9
10
14
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R
Repair Parts
Rules for Safe Operation
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S
Service & Adjustments:
Handle Height..........................
Side Shields
Throttle...................................... 18
Tines
V-Belt {Ground Drive)
Wheels
Service:
Repair Parts
Service Record
Shear Pins:
Operation
Repair Parts
Spark Plug:
Gap.............................................
Maintenance
Storage:
Fuel System.............................. 19
Tiller..
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T
Tilling
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Tines:
Arrangement/Replacement
Operation
Repair Parts
Shear Pins
Transmission:
Maintenance
Repair Parts...............................24
Troubleshooting
Transporting................................... 10
Warranty
9
Wheels:
9
Adjustments
Removal ................................... 15
Repair Parts......
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15-18
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21-27
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10
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16
12,15
21-27
19
9,11
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2
15
13
11
26
3
15
17
9
26
11
15
20
3
12
23
ASSEMBLY
Your new tilier 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) Tire pressure gauge
(1) Pair of pliers
(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 7/16" wrench
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) Handle Locks
(1) Fiat Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Gauge
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
3/8-16 UNC X 1 Grade 5
(1) Pivot Bolt
3/8-16 UNC Grade 5
(1) Center Locknut
3/8-16 UNC
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)
CAUTION: Be careful of exposed
staples when handling or disposing of
A
IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK
CABLES.
» While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing
handle assembly to top frame and depth stake. Let
handle assembly rest on tiller.
* Remove top frame of carton.
» Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of
carton.
^ Cut down right hand front and right hand rear corners
of carton, lay side carton wall down.
» Remove packing material from handle assembly.
cartoning material.
INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)
® Insert one handle lock {with teeth facing outward) in
gearcase notch. (Apply grease on smooth side of
handle lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle
assembly is towered into position.)
Grasp handle assembly. Hold in “up” position. Besure
handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle
assembly into position.
Rotate handle assembly down. Insert rear carriage
bolt first, with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller and
loosely assemble locknut. (See Fig. 5)
Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate.
Cut down rear pane! of carton.
Lower the handle assembly. Tighten bolts so handle
moves with some resistance. This will allow for easier
adjustment.
Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever.
insert handle lock lever through handle base and
gearcase. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to
hold lever in place.
Insert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the slot
of the handle base (just inside of washer).
With handle assembly in lowest position, securely
tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. Leav
ing handle assembly in lowest position will make it
easier to remove tiller from carton.
ASSEMBLY
CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6)
o Insert end of shift rod into hoie of shift lever indicator.
» Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.
REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE
» Make sure shift lever indicator is in “N” position (See
Fig. 6)
• Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. Separate cardboard
cover from leveling shieid.
" Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of
carton.
ATTACH CLUTCH CABLE (See Fig. 7)
» Hook end of dutch cable through hole in control bar
bracket.
END OF
CLUTCH CABLE
CONTROL BAR
BRACKET
CLUTCH
CABLE
CONTROL BAR
BRACKET
CONTROL
F!G. 7
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your unit were overinfiated at the factory for
shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is
important for best tilling performance.
® Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm^).
HANDLE HEIGHT
® Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.
{See ‘TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT” 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 iilustrations with your iilier to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.
These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their
meaning.
RUN
A ©©•^•äIXI
CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE
OR WARNING ON OFF
FAST SLOW
CHOKE
FUEL
Oil o
STOP
MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.
DRIVE CONTROL BAR - Used to engage tiller.
DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tiller will dig.
LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small plants
from being buried.
SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears.
RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.
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RJF^tGKDSemEn
THMINOSIOHT
OPERATION
The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting
your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles
or standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
Know how to operate ail controls before adding fuel and
oil or attempting to start engine.
STOPPING (See Fig. 9)
TINES AND DRIVE
" Release drive control bar to stop movement.
“ Move shift lever to “N” (neutral) position.
ENGINE
• Move throttle control to "STOP” position.
• Never use choke to stop engine.
TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL DRIVE
» Always release drive control bar before moving shift
lever into another position.
» Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to "T”
(till) position and engaging drive control bar.
DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10)
The depth stake can be raised or lowered to allow you more
versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport
your tiller.
TILLING (See Fig. 11)
» Release depth stake pin. Pul! the depth stake up for
increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of
depth stake to lock in position.
• Place shift lever indicator in “T” position.
« Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start
tilling movement. Tines and wheels will both turn.
« Move throttle control to “FAST” position for deep tilling.
To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired
speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to
cultivate.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL BAR
BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER
POSITION.
FORWARD-WHEELSONLY/TiNESSTOPPED
« Release drive coniro! bar and move shift lever indicator
to T” (forward) position. Engage drive coniro! bar and
tiller will move forward.
REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED
DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.
Release the drive control bar.
Move throttle control to “SLOW” position.
Move shift iever indicator to “R” (reverse) position.
Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiiler
movement.
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