Poulan 161673 User Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL NO. HDF550E

5 HP 26 Inch

Tiller

Assembly

• Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Serwice and Adjustments

• 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

Poulan

161673 8.14.97 TR

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practises for WaUc-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers

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Rec îne ner’s Manual carefully. Be thoroughly fa (1 li o wiih Ihe controls and the proper use of the PC i'lriiGfit i-fnow how to stop the unit and disengage ill c jtifrcis 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 eiectric 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 gravel 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 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 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

till 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 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, 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.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and

'PRODUCT SFEClFICATiONS

HORSEPOWER;

DISPLACEMENT:

5.0 HP

12.57 cu. in, (206CC)

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 NUMBER HDF550E

SERIAL NUMBER

OIL (API-SF/SG/SH): (CAPACITY: 20 02./O.6L)

SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .030''/0.76mm)

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

Champion RJ19LM

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 COfviBUSTiON 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 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Followa regularschedule in maintaining, caringforand 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 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.

4. 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, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.

5. Exclusions; Excluded from this Warranty are belts, tines, tine adapters, normal wear, normal adjustiments, sianuard hardware and normal maintenance.

6. 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 Canada contact: Service Department American Yard Products

p Q Box 1687 1580 Trinity Drive, Units 5-8

' ■ ■ L5T 1L6

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 limitaiion of consequential damages or limitations of how long an ¡mplied Warranty may Iasi, 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.

. Orangeburg, SC 29116 USA Mississauga, Ontario

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES............................................................ 2

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....................3, 11-13

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

WARRANTY .................................................................. 3

ASSEMBLY ................................................................5-6

OPERATION .............................................................7-10

INDEX

Adjustments;

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

Depth Stake .........................

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

Tines............................ 13-14

V-Belt .................................. 15

Wheels.................................. 8

Air Cleaner

Belt, V-;

Belt Guard

Repair Parts.....

V-Beit Replacement...

.................................

........................

........... 20

....... 15

Cooling System ..........................

Controls:

Choke

Throttle ............................... 7

Tines....................................... 7

Cultivating...................................

Customer Responsibilities;

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

Air Cleaner

Cooling System .

Finish .................................... 13

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

Muffler................................... 13

Oil Change

Spark Plug

Transmission .......................

............................

.................

...........................

.............................

Depth Stake:

Adjustment............................ 8

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

Engine:

Air Cleaner......

Cooling System ...................

Fuel Type

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

Oil Level....................................

......................

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8 13

12 12 9

Engine (cont'd)

Oil Type Spark Plug Starting

Stopping ...............................

Storage

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

Fuel:

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

Storage

Type.....

Finish:

Maintenance

Handle:

Height Adjustment ................

Repair Parts

Lubrication:

Lubrication Chart....................

Engine

Muffler;

Maintenance .....................

Spark Arrester ......................

Oil:

Level .....................................

Type...

Operation:

Cultivating Fill Fuel Tank

Starting Engine .....................

Stopping Tines & Engine

Tilling .....................................

Tilling Hints ..........................

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

Transporting Tiller Winter Operation

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...................................... 11

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS................................. 13-16

STORAGE ...................................................................17

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................. 18

REPAIR PARTS-TILLER........................................ 19-24

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9,12

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9,12

8 17

Repair Parts

Tiller

.................

Rules for Safe Operation....

..................

Service & Adjustments:

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

Handle Height Tines

..............................

V-Belt

..................................

Wheels

Service:

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

Service Record

Spark Plug:

Gap Maintenance

Storage:

Fuel System

Tiller

...................................

...........................................

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Tilting

.............

Tines:

Arrangement Operation

Repair Parts.......................... 22

Transmission:

Maintenance....

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

Troubleshooting ......................... 18

Transporting

............................

...................

................................

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................................. 9

Warranty Wheels:

.....................................

Adjustments Repair Parts

............................ 8

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19-24

....... 2

13-14

19-24

17 17

8, 10

13-14

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 handles).

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

LEFT

FRONT

ElOn

RIGHT

OPERATOR'S POSITION

FIG. 1

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 X 3/4

(1) Cotter Pin

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

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1

(1) Clevis Pin

(6) Lock Washers 5/16

(6) Hex Nuts 5/16-18

ASSEMBLY

UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 2) ■ . .

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

IMPORTANT: 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.

HANDLE PANEL

cartoning material. , ■

LOCK

NUT WASHER

TILLER

HANDLE

INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3)

• Loosen nut “A”.

• Insert stake support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down.

• Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts, lock washers and nuts. Tighten securely. Tighten nut “.A”.

• Depth stake must move freely. If it does not, loosen support bolt.

INSTALL REVERSE ROD (See Fig. 2)

• Secure upper reverse rod to lower reverse rod using clevis pin. Secure with cotter pin.

HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" -

HEX BOLT

5/16-18X3/4"

HANDLE PANEL BOLTS

H ^^i 1"^ I

• Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.

(See “HANDLE HEIGHT” in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual).

TILLING WIDTH

• Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your tilling conditions (See “TINE ARRANGEMENT” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

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 illustrations with your tiller 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.

TILLING FORWARD > NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTK3N ENGINE ENGINE

REVERSE TINE CONTROL

OR WARNING ON OFF

FAST

SLOW CHOKE FUEL

MEETS msi SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

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

FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in forward

direction. REVERSE TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in reverse

direction. THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed.

FIG. 4

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

wlii'.'h the tiller will dig. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.

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 for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER'

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

STOPPING (See Fig. 5)

TINES

• Release 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.

FORWARD TINE CONTROL

TILLING '

The speed and depth of tilling is regulated 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 clevis

pin. Change depth stake to desired position. Replace the

clevis pin and hairpin clip.

• For normal tilling, set depth stake at the second or third hole fro.m the top.

WHEELS (See Fig. 6)

Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin.

Change wheel position. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis pin.

• For normal tilling, set wheels at the second or third hole from the top.

CHOKE CONTROL

FIG. 5

THROTTLE CONTROL

TINE OPERATION (See Fig. 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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