Snapper ICFR7005BV, CICFR5505HV User Manual
Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for
INTERMEDIATE
REAR TINE TILLER
SERIES 5
MODEL
ICFR5505BV
CICFR5505HV
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
I C F R 55 05 BV
MODEL DESIGNATION ENGINE MODEL
REAR TINE MODEL SERIES DESIGNATION
ENGINE HP
C – Commercial Model 55 – 5.5 HP (Horse Power) 5 - Series Designation B – Briggs Engine
I – Intermediate Size Model H – Honda Engine
C – Counter Rotating Tines V–Over Head Valve
F – Forward Rotating Tines
R – Rear Tine Type Model
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your TILLER, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on Page 2. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in
accordance with the operating instructions and common sense!
COPYRIGHT © 2002
SNAPPER INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
MANUAL No. 7-4753 (Rev. 1, 3/8/02)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This powerful machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can
cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following instructions may result in serious injury to the
operator or other persons. The owner of the tiller must understand these instructions and, furthermore, must
allow only persons who understand these instructions to operate tiller. Each person operating the tiller must be
of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance, which might impair vision,
dexterity, or judgment. If you have any questions pertaining to your tiller which your dealer cannot answer to
your satisfaction, call or write the Customer Service Department at SNAPPER, McDonough, Georgia, 30253.
Phone: (1-800-935-2967).
PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
1. DO NOT allow children in area when tiller is being
operated.
2. DO NOT allow pre-teenage children to operate tiller.
3. Allow only responsible teenagers or adults with
mature judgment to operate tiller and only under
close supervision.
4. Keep the area clear of all p ersons, particularly small
children, and pets.
5. Know how to STOP the tiller and disengage the
controls quickly.
PREPARA TION
1. Read this manual, get to know where all controls are
located and practice how to use them before starting
for the first time, and at the beginning of each
season. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
proper use of the equipment. Pay attention to
Warning and Instructional Decals on engine and
tiller.
2. Never operate tiller without proper guards, drag
shield, plates, safety switches, or other safety
protective devices in place and properly connected.
Inspect to determine that these safety devices are
installed properly, are in good repair, and operate
properly. If the condition or operation of these
devices are questionable, they must be repaired or
replaced before using the tiller.
3. Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller is to be
used and remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones and
other foreign objects. Also, note the location of
holes, stumps, and other possible hazar ds.
4. DO NOT operate tiller when barefoot or wearing open
sandals. Always wear long pants and substantial
footwear with good traction.
5. Fill fuel tank outdoors and replace fuel cap before
starting engine. Use approved fuel container. DO
NOT smoke near open fuel container. DO NOT fill
fuel tank indoors or when engine is running. Allow
engine to cool for at least ten minutes before refilling.
Wipe off any spilled fuel before starting engine. DO
NOT run engine indoors.
6. Make sure that clutch is disengaged and
transmission is in neutral (if so equipped) before
starting engine.
OPERATIONA L PRECA UTIONS
1. DO NOT change engine governor settings or over
speed engine.
2. DO NOT put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
3. Exercise CAUTION when crossing gravel drives,
walks, or roads, and under any conditions when tiller
is transported. Look behind and use care when
backing.
4. After striking a foreign object or if tiller vibrates
abnormally, STOP the engine, disconnect and secure
spark plug wire aw ay from plug. Inspect the tiller for
any damage and repair the dama ge.
5. When leaving tiller unattended, disengage clutch,
shift transmission to neutral (if so equipped) and
stop the engine.
6. Before removing debris or cleaning tines, repairing
or inspecting make certain engine, tines and all
moving parts have STOPPED. Disconnect and
secure spark plug wire away from plug to prevent
accidental starting.
7. Exercise CAUTION when changing directions while
operating tiller. DO NOT till in areas where stability or
traction is in doubt.
8. DO NOT overload the machine capacity by
attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.
9. Be extra careful when tilling hard ground. Use less
tine engagement to maintain control of tiller.
10. Till only in daylight or in good artificial light.
11. Never operate tiller in wet areas. Always be sure of
your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle.
12. Do not operate on slopes
MAINTENA NCE A ND STORA GE
1. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight and be sure
tiller is in safe operating condition.
2. Never store tiller with fuel in tank inside of a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
3. T o avoid fuel leakage and FIRE HAZARD, fuel must
be drained from tank before standing tiller on end.
Always keep engine free of spilled fuel, debris and
excessive grease.
4. Have your tiller inspected and serviced each year by
an authorized Snapper dealer. Determine if any
additional devices are available which might upgrade
the safety of your tiller.
5. Factory specified Snapper replacement parts must
be used to assure adequate protection against injury.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
To avoid fuel leakage and FIRE HAZARD, fuel must
The pictures and illustrations in this manual are
provided for reference only and may differ from your
specific model. Contact your local SNAPPER dealer
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................... 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................ 3
SECTION 1 - FAMILIARIZATION..............................................................4
SECTION 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.........................................5-8
Transmission Positions ............................................................... 5
Pre-Start Checklist........................................................................ 5
Starting & Stopping ...................................................................5-7
Handlebar Adjustment.................................................................. 7
Transporting.................................................................................. 7
Tilling Procedure........................................................................... 8
SECTION 3 - ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIR........................................... 9-11
Service Parts & Assistance.......................................................... 9
Standing Tiller On End .................................................................9
Tiller Lubrication........................................................................... 9
Tiller Tines...................................................................................10
Belt Adjustment & Replacement...........................................10-11
Off Season Storage..................................................................... 11
Tine Replacement....................................................................... 11
WARRANTY............................................................................................12
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE................................................................13-16
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM........................................................17
be drained from tank before standing tiller on end.
if you have questions.
WARNING
! IMPORTANT !
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Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
VALVE
CLUTCH
CABLE
COVER
HANDLEBAR
WHEEL & TINE
CONTROL BAIL
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
CHOKE
CONTROL
DASH
PANEL
HANDLE
BRACKET
DEPTH
BAR
WHEEL & TINE
SHIFT LEVER
ENGINE
AIR
FILTER
CHOKE
CONTROL
FUEL SHUT
OFF VALVE
HONDA ENGINE CONTROLS
FUEL
SHUT OFF
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
TINE
COVER
ENGINE
STARTER ROPE
DRAG
SHIELD
DRIVE
BELT
GUARD
ENGINE OIL
CHECK/FILL
PLUG
MAIN CASE
FILL PLUG
OIL DRAIN
PLUG
TINE
TIRE & WHEEL
WEIGHT
BOX
TRANSMISSION
CHAIN CASE
STAND-UP
BAR
FIGURE 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION: This manual covers the recommended operating procedure and routine service
requirements on SNAPPER Intermediate Rear Tine Tiller. It is recommended that all operators of this Tiller
become thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper operation of the unit before operating. Specific
details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner’s manual. Study these manuals before
operating and keep both handy for future reference. Refer to Fig ure 1 above for location of cont rols and
other essential components.
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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 BEFORE OPERATING:
Be thoroughly familiar with the operation of ALL controls and
how to use them BEFORE operating your Tiller. Transmission
shifting is done by shifting the WHEEL and TINE SHIFT
LEVER into the desired position. See Figure 3.
2.1.1 TRANSMISSION POSITIONS: The tiller has five
different transmission positions. They are as viewed from
the operator’s position, viewed from the left to right as
follows:
1. FWD & FWD TIL - (Forward Rotating Wheels and
Forward Rotating Tines are engaged).
2. FWD & REV TIL - (Forward Rotating Wheels and
Reverse Rotating Tines are engaged).
3. FWD - (Forward Rotating Wheels are engaged).
4. NEU - (Wheels and Tines are disengaged).
5. REV - (Reverse Rotating Wheels).
2.2 PRE-START CHECKLIST
Make the following checks and perform services as
required before each start up. NOTE: Before checking oil
level place 2x4 piece of wood under both wheels to level
engine.
2.2.1 CHECK ENGINE OIL and bring level up to full. (Refer
to engine manual for oil specifications).
2.2.2 CHECK AIR CLEANER and service according to
instructions in engine manual.
2.2.3 CHECK EXTERNAL SURFACES and remove dirt
and dust accumulation and clean tines as needed.
2.2.4 CHECK GUARDS to make sure all are in proper
position and securely tightened.
2.2.5 FILL FUEL TANK where fumes will be safely
dissipated. Refer to engine manual for fuel specifications.
2.3 BRIGGS ENGINE STARTING - STOPPING
Know beforehand how to stop the tines, wheel drive and
engine in preparation for possible em ergencies. T he Briggs
engine is stopped by moving the engine SPEED CONTROL
to the rear to STOP. See Figure 2.
FUEL
VALVE
ENGINE SPEED:
SLOW – TURTLE
FAST - RABIT
STOP
MOVE ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL TO STOP
POSITION
FIGURE 2
2.3A HONDA ENIGNE STARTING - STOPPING
The Honda engine is stopped by moving the ENGINE
KILL SWITCH to the “OFF” position. See Figure 2A.
MOVE THE ENGINE
KILL SWITCH TO “OFF”
WHEEL & TINE STARTING - STOPPING
When the wheel and tine control is activated, the tines
rotate in a rearward or forward direction. W ith the engine
running, shift into the desired transm ission position and
pull the WHEEL and T INE CONTROL BAIL against the
handle bar to start wheel or wheel and tine rotation.
Wheel or wheel and tine rotation is STOPPED by
releasing the W HEEL and TINE CONTROL BAIL. W hen
the bail is released, rotation should STOP even with the
WHEEL and TINE SHIFT LEVER in an engaged
position. See Figures 3 and 4.
WHEEL & TINE CONTROL
FWD &
FWD TILL
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PARTIALLY ENGAGING CLUTCH BAIL
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FIGURE 2A
FWD
FWD &
REV TILL
SHIFTING MAY REQUIRE
FIGURE 3
REV
NEU
Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.3 STARTING – STOPPING
TO STOP
WHEEL & TINE
DRIVE RELEASE
WHEEL & TINE
CONTROL BAIL
FIGURE 4
2.4 ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE
Step 1: Place the W HEEL and TINE SHIFT LEVER in
the NEUTRAL position and mak e sure the WHEEL and
TINE CONTROL BAIL is in the released position.
Step 2: Briggs Engine - For cold starts, move the
CHOKE CONTROL on the engine forward into CHOKE
position. See Figure 5.
CHOKE
LEVER
PUSH FORWARD TO CHOKE
FIGURE 5
Step 2: Honda Engine - For cold starts, move the
ENGINE KILL SWITCH to the “ON” position. See Figure
5A. Move the CHOKE CONTROL on the engine
rearward into CHOKE position. See Figure 5B.
MOVE THE ENGINE
KILL SWITCH TO “ON”
MOVE THE CHOKE
CONTROL TO THE
CHOKE POSITION
FIGURE 5A
FIGURE 5B
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