Troy-Bilt 12210 Super Bronco, 12209 Bronco, 12227 Tuffy Owner's Manual

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OWNER'SMANUAL

Rear-TineTillers

• Safety

• Assembly

Before © read this

Models

• Controls

• Operation

• Maintenance

• PartsList

12227 - 3.75HP TUFFY® 12209 - 5.5HPBRONCOTM

12210 - 6.5HPSuper BRONCO'M

Model

12210

GARDEN WAYINCORPORATED

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DearOwner:

Table of Contents

You now own one of the finest standard-rotating-tine tillers available.Your new tiller allows you to till and cultivate your

garden with ease,and accomplish other property manage-

ment projects aswell. Your tiller is famous for its rugged- ness,performance and high-quality engineering. We know

you'll enjoy using it.

Pleasecarefully readthis Manual. It tells you how to safely

and easily assemble,operate and maintain your machine

(four tiller models arecovered in this Manual--be sure to useonly the information that applies to your model). Be

sure thatyou andany other operatorscarefully follow the recommendedsafetypractices atall times. Failureto do so could result in personal injury or property damage.

Of course, if you should ever haveany problems or ques- tions, pleasecontact your local authorized dealeror callthe

Factory(seeback cover of this Manual).We want to be sure

that you are completelysatisfied at all times.

NOTE: Besureto fill out and return the Warranty Registra-

tion Cardthat was suppliedwith this Manual.

See Back Cover for

Customer Service information

SafetyAlertSymbol

This is a safetyalertsymbol. It is used in this

manualand on the unit to alert you to potential hazards. Whenyou seethis symbol, readand

obeythe messagethat follows it. Failureto obey safety messagescould result inpersonal injury or

property damage.

This machine meets voluntary safety standard

B71.8 - 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published

by the American National Standards Institute.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SECTION1: SAFETY........................................... 3

SafetyDecals ............................................................. 5

OperatingSymbols ..................................................... 5

SECTION2: ASSEMBLY....................................... 6

Attach Handlebar........................................................ 6

Move Tiller Off Shipping Platform .............................. 6

Install ForwardClutch Cable....................................... 7

Install ReverseClutch Cable(Models 12209/12210).. 8

CheckLevel of TransmissionGearOil ........................ 9

Add Motor Oilto Engine............................................. 9

CheckHardwarefor Tightness.................................... 9

CheckAir Pressurein Tires ........................................ 9

SECTION3: FEATURES& CONTROLS........................ 10

EngineControls .......................................................... 10

WheelDrive Pins ........................................................ 10

ForwardClutch Bail .................................................... 11

ReverseClutch Control............................................... 11

DepthRegulator Lever................................................ 11

HandlebarHeightAdjustment ..................................... 11

SECTION4: OPERATION...................................... 12

Break-InOperation..................................................... 12

Starting and Stoppingthe Engine............................... 12

Operatingthe Tiller ..................................................... 13

Tilling Tips & Techniques........................................... 14

Loadingand Unloadingthe Tiller ................................ 16

SECTION5: MAINTENANCE.................................. 17

MaintenanceSchedule................................................ 17

Tiller Lubrication......................................................... 17

Checkfor Oil Leaks..................................................... 17

CheckHardware......................................................... 17

CheckTire Pressure.................................................... 17

Transmission GearOil Service.................................... 17

BoloTines................................................................... 18

CheckingandAdjusting Forward DriveBelt Tension .. 19

ForwardClutch BailAdjustment ................................. 20

CheckingandAdjusting ReverseDrive BeltTension... 20

EngineCleaning.......................................................... 20

Air CleanerService..................................................... 20

EngineOil Service....................................................... 20

Spark Plug Service..................................................... 21

SparkArrester ScreenService.................................... 21

Throttle LeverAdjustment .......................................... 21

Carburetor/GovernorControl Adjustments ................. 21

Off SeasonStorage..................................................... 21

Troubleshooting ............................................... 22

PartsList........................................................ 23

CustomerService Information .................... BackCover

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SPARKARRESTERWARNINGTO RESIDENTS

OF CALIFORNIAAND SEVERALOTHERSTATES

UnderCalifornia law, and under the laws of several

other states, you are not permitted to operate an

internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush,hay, grain, or grass covered land; or land covered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine spark arrester in continuous effec- tive working order.

The engine on the unit is an internal combustion

engine which burns gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel, and

must be equippedwith a spark arrester muffler in con- tinuous effective working order. The spark arrester

must be attachedto the engineexhaust system in such a manner that flames or heat from the system will not

ignite flammable material. Failureof the owner/oper- ator of the unit to comply with this regulation is a mis-

demeanor under California law (and other states) and

may also be a violation of other state and/or federal

regulations, laws, ordinances or codes. Contact your

localfire marshalor forest servicefor specificinforma- tion about whichregulations apply in your area.

Safety

ReverseClutch

ForwardClutch Bail

DepthRegulator

TineHood Flap

_Standard-Rotating-

Tines (SRT)

"WheelDrivePin

(oneachwheel)

Figure1. I: Tiller featuresand controls(5.5HP Model shown). See separate

EngineOwner'sManual toidentify engine controls.

Control (Models

12209112210)

1. Carefullyreadthis Owner's

Training

Manual, the separateEngine

Owner's Manual, and any other literatureyou may receive.Bethor- oughly familiar with the controls and the

proper useof the tiller andits engine. Knowhow to stop the unit and disengage

the controls quickly.

2. Neverallow children to operatethe

tiller. Neverallow adults to operate the tiller without proper instruction.

3. Keepthe areaof operationclearof all persons,particularly children andpets.

4. Keepin mind that the operator or user

is responsiblefor accidentsor hazards

occurring to other people,their property, and themselves.

Preparation

1. Thoroughlyinspectthe areawhere the

tiller is to be usedand remove all foreign objects.

2. Be sureall tiller controls are released

and both wheels are in the Wheel Drive

position before starting the engine.

3. Do not operatethe tiller without

wearing adequateouter garments. Avoid

loosegarments orjewelry that could get

caught in moving parts.

4. Do not operate thetiller whenbarefoot or wearing sandals, sneakers,or light

footwear. Wear protective footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

5. Do not till nearunderground electric

cables,telephone lines, pipesor hoses. If

in doubt, contactyour telephone or utility

company.

6. Warning: Handlefuel with care;it is highlyflammable and its vapors are explo- sive.Takethe following precautions:

a. Storefuel incontainers specifically

designedfor this purpose.

b. Thegascapshallnever be removed

or fuel addedwhilethe engineis run- ning. Allowthe engineto coolfor severalminutesbefore addingfuel.

c. Keepmatches,cigarettes, cigars,

pipes, open flames, and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel

container.

d, Fillfuel tank outdoors with extreme

care. Neverfill fuel tank indoors.

Useafunnel or spout to prevent

spillage.

e. Replaceall fuel tank andcontainer

caps securely.

f. If fuel is spilled, do not attemptto

start the engine,but movethe machine awayfrom the areaof spillage and avoidcreating any source of ignition until fuel vapors havedissipated.

7. Nevermakeadjustmentswhen engine is running (unless recommendedby

manufacturer).

Operation

I. Do not put handsor feet nearor under

rotating parts.

2. Exerciseextremecaution when on or

crossing graveldrives, walks, or roads. Stay alertfor hidden hazardsor traffic. Do not carry passengers.

3. After striking aforeign object,stop the

engine, removethe wirefrom the spark plug wire and preventit from touching the

spark plug. Thoroughly inspect the machine for anydamage andrepair the damagebefore restarting and operating

the machine.

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4. Exercisecaution to avoid slipping or

falling.

5. If the unit should start to vibrate abnor- mally, stop the engine,disconnect the

spark plug wire and prevent it from

touching the spark plug, and checkimme-

diatelyfor the cause. Vibration isgener- allya warning of trouble.

6. Stopthe engine,disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the

spark plug, wheneveryou leavethe oper- ating position, before unclogging the tines,

or when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.

7. Takeall possible precautionswhen leavingthe machineunattended. Stopthe

engine. Disconnectthe spark plugwire and move it awayfrom the spark plug. Be

surethat both wheels are in the Wheel Drive position.

8. Beforecleaning,repairing, or inspecting, stop the engineand make cer-

tain allmoving parts havestopped. Dis-

connectthe spark plug wire and prevent it

from touching thespark plug to prevent

accidentalstarting.

9. Theflap on thetine hoodmust be down

when operating thetiller.

10. Neverusethe tiller unless proper guards, plates,or other safety protective devicesare inplace.

11. Donot run the engine in an enclosed area. Engineexhaustcontains carbon

monoxide gas, a deadlypoison that is odorless,colorless, andtasteless.

12. Keepchildren and petsaway.

13. Neveroperatethetiller underengine powerif thewheels are in theFreewheel

position. Inthe Freewheelposition, the

wheels will not holdthe tiller backandthe

revolving tines could propel the tiller rapidly, possibly causing lossof control.

AIways engagethewheels with the wheel

drive pins in the WheelDrive position beforestarting the engine orengaging the

tineslwheels with the Forward ClutchBail

(all models) orthe ReverseClutchcontrol (Models 12209112210only).

14. Beawarethatthe tiller mayunex- pectedly bounceupwardorjump forward

ifthe tinesshouldstrike extremelyhard packedsoil, frozen ground,or buried

obstacleslike largestones,roots,or

stumps.If in doubtaboutthe tilling con-

ditions, alwaysusethe following

operatingprecautionsto assistyou in

maintainingcontrolofthe tiller:

a. Walk behindandtoone side ofthe

tiller, usingone handon thehan- dlebars. Relaxyourarm, butusea secure handgrip.

b. Use shallower depthregulatorset-

tings, workinggraduallydeeper with each pass.

c. Useslower enginespeeds.

d. Clear the tilling area ofall large

stones, rootsandotherdebris.

e. Avoidusingdownwardpressureon

the handlebars.If need be, use slight upwardpressureto keepthe

tines from diggingtoodeeply.

f. Beforecontactinghardpackedsoil

at the endof a row, reduceengine speedand lift the handlebarsto

raise the tines outof the soil.

g. In an emergency,stop the tines and

wheels byreleasingwhichever clutchcontrolis engaged.Donot attemptto restrainthe tiller.

15. Donot overloadthe tiller's capacity by attempting to till too deeplyattoo fast a

rate.

16. Neveroperatethetiller at high trans- port speedson hard or slippery surfaces. Look behind and use carewhen backing

up.

17. Donot operatethe tiller ona slope

that is too steepfor safety.Whenon

slopes,slow down and make sureyou havegood footing. Neverpermit the tiller

to freewheeldown slopes=

18. Neverallow bystanders nearthe unit.

19. Onlyuseattachments and accessories

that are approvedby the manufacturer of the tiller.

20. Usetiller attachmentsand accessories

when recommended.

21. Neveroperatethetiller without good

visibility or light.

22. Neveroperatethetiller if you aretired; or underthe influenceof alcohol, drugs or medication.

23. Operatorsshall not tamper withthe engine-governorsettings onthe machine;

the governor controls the maximum safe

operatingspeed to protect theengine and all moving partsfrom damagecaused by

overspeed. Authorized serviceshallbe sought if a problem exists.

24. Donot touch engine parts which may be hot from operation. Letparts cool down sufficiently.

25. Pleaseremember:You can always stop the tines andwheelsby releasing the

ForwardClutch Bail or onModels 12209 and 12210 the ReverseClutchcontrol,

(whichever control is engaged),or by moving the ignition switch andlor throttle control lever on the engineto "OFF"or

"STOP".

26. To loador unload the tiller, see the instructions in Section 4 of this Manual.

27. Useextremecaution whenreversing or pulling the machinetowards you.

28. Startthe enginecarefully according to instructions andwith feet well awayfrom thetines.

29. Neverpick upor carry a machine while theengine is running.

Maintenance and Storage

I. Keepthe tiller, attachments and acces- sories in safeworking condition.

2. Checkall nuts, bolts, and screws at frequent intervalsfor proper tightness to

be surethe equipment is in safeworking condition.

3. Neverstorethe tiller with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition

sourcesare present such as hot water and spaceheaters,furnaces, clothesdryers, stoves,electric motors, etc.). Allow the engineto cool before storing the unit in anyenclosure.

4. To reducethe chancesof a fire hazard, keepthe engine freeof grass, leaves,or

excessivegrease.

5. Storegasoline in a cool, well-ventilated area,safely awayfrom anyspark- or

flame-producing equipment. Storegaso- line in anapproved container, safelyaway

from the reachof children.

6. Referto the Maintenance sections of this Manual and the separateEngine

Owner'sManual for instructions if the unit is to be stored for an extendedperiod.

7. Neverperform maintenancewhile the engine is running or the spark plug wire is connected,exceptwhen specifically

instructed to do so.

8. If thefuel tank hasto be drained, do this outdoors.

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Decals

Foryour safety andthe safety of others, various safety and opera- tional decalsare located on your unit (seeFigureI-2).

Keepthedecals cleanand legibleat all times. Contactyour local ser- vice dealeror the factory for replacements ifany decalsare damagedor missing.

Referto the Parts List pages in this Manualfor decallocations, descrip- tions and part numbers.

ForwardClutchBail

ReverseClutchControl

OperatingInstruction

Starting Stabilization Message (on engine)

Hot Surfaces Warning

(on belt cover)

Figure 1.2: Locationof safety and operatingdecals(5.5HP Modelshown).

Instruction

1220911221O)

OperatingSymbols

Various symbols (shown here, with word descriptions) may be used on the tiller and engine. Your unit may not have all of the symbols.

FAST SLOW STOP

• READTHEOWNER'SMANUAL.

• KNOWLOCATIONSAND FUNCTIONSOFALLCONTROLS.

• KEEPALLSAFETYDEVICESANDSHIELDSIN PLACEANDWORKING.

• NEVERALLOWCHILDRENOR UNINSTRUCTEDADULTSTO OPERATETILLER.

• SHUT OFFENGINEANDDISCONNECTSPARKPLUGWIREBEFOREMANUALLYUNCLOG-

GINGTINES ORMAKINGREPAIRS.

• KEEPBYSTANDERSAWAYFROM MACHINE.

• KEEPAWAYFROMROTATINGPARTS.

• USE EXTREMECAUTIONWHENREVERSINGOR PULLINGTHEMACHINETOWARDSYOU.

H I÷1 R

CHOKE CHOKE

ON OFF

<--qiE

TILLERDIRECTION LEVERDIRECTION

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY:

REVERSE

ROTATING

TINES

BAIL BAIL

ENGAGED DISENGAGED

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Assembly

ASSEMBLYSTEPS

To prevent personal injury or property damage, do not start the engine until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and operatinginstructionsinthis

manual.

INTRODUCTION

Carefullyfollow theseassembly stepsto correctly prepareyour tiller for use. It is

recommendedthat you read this Section in its entirety before beginning assembly.

NOTE:Varioustiller modelsare presented in this Manual. Useonly the information

appropriatefor your tiller model.

INSPECTUNIT

Inspect the unit and carton for damage immediately after delivery. Contactthe carrier (trucking company) if you find or suspectdamage. Inform them of the damageand request instructions for filing a claim. To protectyour rights, put your claim in writing andmail a copy to the car- rier within 15 days after the unit hasbeen delivered.Contactthe factory if you need

assistancein this matter.

TOOLS/MATERIALSNEEDED

FORASSEMBLY

(1) 3/8"open-end wrench* (2) 7/16"open-end wrench* (2) 1/2"open-end wrench* (2) 9/16"open-end wrench* (1) Largeadjustablewrench (Models

12209/12210 only)

(1) Scissors (to trim plastic ties) (1) Ruler (for belt tension check)

(1) Block of wood (to support tiller

when removing wheels)

(1) Tire pressure gauge (for models with

pneumatic tires) (1) Cleanoilfunnel (1) Motor oil. Referto the EngineOwner's

Manualfor oil specificationsand

quantity required.

* Adjustablewrenches may be used.

STEP 1: UNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: While unpacking,do not severely bend any control cables,

I. The tiller weighsapproximately133 Ibs. Do not attemptto remove it from the ship-

ping platform until instructed to do so in theseAssembly steps.

2. Removeanypackaging materialfrom the carton. Removeany staples from the

bottom of the carton andremovethe carton from the shipping platform.

3. Removeall unassembledparts andthe separatehardwarebag from the carton. Checkthat you havethe items listed in the

LooseParts List (contact your localdealer

or the factory items aremissing or dam- aged). NOTE: Usethe screw lengthtem-

plate (Fig. 2-I) to identify screws.

LoosePartsList

Qty. Description

1 HandlebarSupport (seeA, Fig.2-2) I HandlebarAssembly(seeK, Fig.2-2)

Hardwarebag contents:

1 Slotted hd. screw, #10-24 x 2"

1 Hexhd. screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4" 6 Hexhd. screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" 2 Hexhd. screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4" 2 Flatwasher,3/8"

6 Split Iockwasher,8/16"

1 HexIocknut, 1/4"-20 6 Hexnut, 5/16"-18

1 Hexnut, #10-24 2 HexIocknut, 3/8"-16

1 Spring, cable(seeW, Fig. 2-5)

1 Bracket,forward clutch cable (see

P, Fig.2-4)

IMPORTANT:Motor oil must be added to the enginecrankcasebefore the engineis

started. Follow the instructions inthis Assembly Section and in the separate

EngineOwner's Manual.

NOTE:LEFTand RIGHTsides of the tiller are asviewed from the operator's position

behind the handlebars.

Figure2. I: To identifylengthof screws,

place screwontemplate as shownand mea-

suredistancebetween bottomof screw head and tipof screw.

STEP 2: ATTACHHANDLEBAR

I. Loosely attachthe legsof the handlebar support (A, Fig. 2-2)to the innersides of

the tiller frame usingtwo 318"-16x 314"

hexhd. screws (B), 318"flat washers (C) and 318"-16hex locknuts (D).

2. Thereare three height adjustment holes in the two handlebarsupport brackets(E and F,Fig. 2-2). Usea setting that will position the handlebarsat approximately

waist levelwhenthe tines are 3"-4"into the

soil. Loosely attachthe support brackets

to the handlebarsupport (A) using two

8116"-18x 1-112"screws (G),5116"split lockwashers (H)and 5116"-18hexnuts (I).

NOTE: If asupport bracket will not move, loosenattaching screw (J) and nut.

3. Attach the handlebarassembly(K) to

the handlebarsupport (A) using four

5116"-18x 1-112"screws (G),5116"split lockwashers (H)and 5116"-18hexnuts (I).

Tighten the four screws securely.

4. Tighten all handlebarmounting hard-

ware securely.

STEP 3: MOVE TILLER OFF SHIPPING PLATFORM

To roll the tiller off the shipping platform,

put the wheelsin FREEWHEEL,as follows: I. Placea sturdy blockunder the trans-

mission to raiseone wheelabout I" off the ground.

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Fig. 2-2,"Attachhandlebar (5.SHPModel shown).

2. Removethe hairpin cotter (L, Fig. 2-3) and wheel drive pin (M) from the wheel hub (O) andwheel shaft (N).

3. Slidethewheelfully inwardon the wheel shaft (N,Fig. 2-3). Reinstallthe wheel drive pin (M) throughthe wheel

shaft only (not through the wheel hub). Securethe wheel drive pin with the hairpin

cotter (L), pushingthe hairpincotter inas far as it will go. The wheel should now

spin freely(freewheel)on the wheel shaft.

Repeatwith the other wheel.

4. Usethe handlebarto roll the tiller to a flat area.

a m

Fig. 2-3: Wheelin FREEWHEELposition

(wheeldrivepin throughwheel shaft only).

STEP 4: INSTALL FORWARD

CLUTCH CABLE

1. Attach the forward clutch cable bracket (P, Fig.2-4) to the handlebarsupport (A)

with a 1/4"-20 x 1-1/4" hexhd. screw (R)

and 1/4"-20 hex Iocknut (S). Tighten

securely=

2. Carefullyunwrapthe forward clutch cable(cable withoutan attached knob)

from its shipping position andslidethe

thincable wire (T, Fig.2-4) into the slot in the cablebracket=Pushthe cable con-

nector (U, Fig.2-4) up through the hole in

the bracketuntil the groove in the con-

nector snapsinto place.

3. Insertthe #10-24 x 2" slotted hd. screw (V, Fig.2-5) downthroughthe hooked

end of the cablespring (W) until the screw

threadsextendthroughthe spring.

IMPORTANT:Beforestarting theengine,

the wheelsmust beplacedin the WHEEL

DRIVEposition (pins through wheelhubs

and wheelshaft). This procedureis described in WheelDrivePins in Section 3.

Fig. 2-4: Installing forwardclutchcable bracketand cable.

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4. Threadthe #10-24 hexnut (Z,Fig. 2-5) halfwayonto the screw (V).

5. Threadthe screw (V) into thecable adjuster (X).

6. Hookthe cable spring (W, Fig.2-6) into

the V-shapedbend inthe ForwardClutch

Bail (Y).

7. Checkfor correct tension on the for-

ward drive belt by taking two measure-

ments of thecablespring, as follows: a.With the ForwardClutch Bail (Y, Fig.2-

6) in an open (released)position, mea- surethe lengthof the cablespring (W)

from the outermost coil to the outer- most coil.

b. Squeezethe ForwardClutch Bail against

the handlebar (seeFig.2-7) and re-

measurethe spring length. Thebelt

tension is correct if this second mea-

surement is between1/16"to 3/16" longer thanthe first measurement. If

so, turn the hexnut (Z, Fig.2-7) tightly againstthe cableadjuster (X)while pre-

venting the cableadjuster from turning.

c. If the spring lengthis incorrect, you

must adjust the cabletension as described in Checkingand Adjusting

Forward Drive Belt Tensionin Section5. Incorrect cable tension can result inbelt

slippage (cabletension too loose),or unintentional tine movementwhen the

clutch bailis in Neutral (cabletension too tight).

W m

Fig. 2- 7: Tocheck forward belt tension, taketwomeasurementsof the length of thecoils in thespring- first withthe bail open, then withthe bail heldagainst thehandlebar.

STEP 5: INSTALL REVERSE CLUTCH

CABLE (MODELS 12209 AND 12210 ONLY)

1. Unwrap the reverseclutch cable(CC, Fig.2-8 and Fig.2-9) from its shipping

position and route it up to the handlebar. Besurethat the cable is routed beneath

the Forward Clutch Bail.

2. Removethe two self-tapping screws (AA,Fig. 2-8) from the handlebars,posi-

tion the reversecable mounting bracket

(BB) asshown, and reinstall the two

Flat Side

screws.

3. Insertthe cable(CC,Fig.2-8) through

the slot in the cablebracketand position

Fig. 2-8: Install reverse cable bracketand reverseclutchcable,

the flat side ofthe threadedassemblynext to the flatside of the hole. Slidethehex

nut (DD) up the cableand tighten it securely.

4. Fastenthe reverseclutch cable to the left side handlebarwith acable tie (EE, Fig.2-9).

5. Testthe function of the reverseclutch bypulling out andreleasingthe cable

knob. The knobshould return to its neu-

tral position (resting against bracket). If it doesn't, contact your local dealeror the

factory for technical assistance.

Fig.2.5: Cable springand

adjuster.

Fig. 2-8: Attachforward

clutchcable springto forward clutchbail.

Fig. 2.9: Route reverse clutchcable (CC)as shown. Attachwithcable tie (EE).

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STEP 6: CHECKLEVELOF TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL

STEP7: ADD MOTOR OIL

TO ENGINE

Thetransmission was filled with gearoil at the factory. However,you should check the gear oil levelatthis time to makecer-

tain it is correct. IMPORTANT:Do not operatethe tillerif

the gear oil levelis low. Doingso will result in severedamagetothe transmis- sion components.

1. With the tilleron level ground, pull the Depth Regulator Lever (FF,Fig. 2-10) back and then all the way up until the lowest notch in the leveris engaged.

2. Removethe oil fill plug (GG, Fig.2-11) from the transmission housing cover and

locate the main drive shaft situated inside the housing.

3. Thegear oil level is correct if thegear oil is approximately halfway up theside of

the main drive shaft.

4. If the oil levelis low, addgearoil by referring to A. To Checkthe Transmission

GearOil Level in Section5.

Thetiller is shipped withoutoil in the

engine. IMPORTANT:Do not startthe engine

without first addingmotor oil. Severe

enginedamagewill result if the engine is run without oil.

1. Refertothe separateEngineOwner's Manualfor engineoil specifications and capacities.

2. Withthetilleron levelground, move the Depth Regulator Lever (FF,Fig.2-10) up

or down until the engine is level.

3. Add motoroil asdescribed in the EngineOwner's Manual.

4. Move the Depth Regulator Leverall the

way down until the highest notch is

engaged. Thisplacesthetines inthe "travel" position, whichallows the tiller to

be moved without thetines touching the ground.

STEP 8: CHECK HARDWARE FOR TIGHTNESS

Checkall nutsand screws for tightness.

Fig. 2.10: AdjustDepthRegulatorLever.

Fig. 2.11: Removegear oil fill plug.

STEP 9: CHECK AIR PRESSURE IN

TIRES (units with pneumatic tires)

Ontires equippedwith air valves, check

the air pressure with atiregauge. Deflate

or inflate the tiresequallyto 15 to 20PSI (pounds per squareinch). Besure that

both tires are inflatedequallyor the unit

will pull to one side.

IMPORTANT:This completes theassembly steps. Before operating your tiller,make sure you read the following sections inthis Manual, as well as the separateEngineOwner's Manual:

• Section 1: Safety

•Section 3: FeaturesandControls

•Section 4: Operation

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FeaturesandControls

Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine

Owner's Manual, and on the decals on themachine.

Failure to follow these instructionscan resultin seriouspersonalinjury.

INTRODUCTION

This Sectiondescribes the location and function of the controls on your tiller=

Referto thefollowing Section, Operation

for detailedoperating instructions=

Practiceusing thesecontrols, withthe engineshut off, until you understand the operationof the controls and feel confi-

dentwith eachof them.

ENGINECONTROLS Referto theengine manufacturer's Engine

Owner'sManual (included in the tillerliter- aturepackage)to identify thecontrols on

your engine.

IMPORTANT:Thecontrol for stoppingthe engine is locatedon the engine.

ForwardClutchBail

ReverseClutch

Control (Models

12209/12210)

Height

AdJustment

Wheel DrivePin

(oneachwheel)

Figure3.1: Tillerfeaturesandcontrols(5.SHPModelshown). SeeseparateEngineOwner's Manual toidenti[y enginecontrols,

Forward Clutch Bail (all models) or the ReverseClutch Control (Models12209

and 12210) is engaged. Usethe FREEWHEELmode only whenthe

engine is not running. In FREEWHEEL,the wheeldrive pinsare placedonly through

the holes inthe wheelshaft (not thewheel hubs), thus allowing the wheels to turn

freely when you manually move the tiller.

wheel hub (D) and wheel shaft (B).Secure wheel drive pinwith hairpin cotter (C) by

pushing hairpin cotter in as far as it will go. Repeatwith the other wheeland then removethe supportfrom beneaththe

transmission.

WHEEL DRIVE PINS

Eachwheel is equippedwitha wheeldrive pin (A, Figures3-2 and 3-3) that secures

thewheelto the wheelshaft (B). The wheelscan be positioned ineither a

WHEELDRIVEor a FREEWHEELmode=

Never allow either of the wheels to be

in the FREEWHEELposition when the engine is running. Always put both

wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position beforestartingthe engine.

Failure to comply could cause lossof tiller control, property damage, or per-

sonalinjury.

Beforestarting the engine,put both

wheels in the WHEELDRIVEposition by

inserting the wheeldrive pinsthrough the

wheel hubs andthe wheel shaft. Doing so

"locks" the wheels to thewheel shaft, causingthe wheels to turn wheneither the

To placethe wheels in WHEELDRIVEor FREEWHEEL:

I. Stop engine,disconnectspark plug wire from spark plugandallow engineto cool.

Do not place tiller on its side when changingwheel drive positions. Doing

socould result in gasoline leakingfrom the fuel tank.

Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or property damage.

2. Raiseonewheel aboutone inch off the

ground and placea sturdy support under the transmission=

3. Removehairpin cotter (C,Figures 3-2 and 3-3) from wheel drive pin (A)=

4. FORWHEELDRIVEMODE(Figure3-2): Slide wheeloutward and align holes in wheel hub (D, Figure3-2) and wheel shaft

(B). Insert wheeldrive pin (A)through

Figure3-2: WHEELDRIVE position.

5. FORFREEWHEELMODE(Figure 3-3): Slidethe wheelinward andinsert the

wheel drive pin (A, Figure3-3) only through the hole in the wheelshaft (B).

Securewheel drive pin with hairpin cotter (C) bypushing hairpin cotter in as far asit

will go=Repeatfor the other wheel and then removethe support from beneaththe transmission=

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Figure3.3: FREEWHEELposition.

Before startingengine, besurethat both wheels are in WHEEL DRIVE position. See WheelDrivePins for instructions.

Engaging the Forward Clutch Bail or Reverse Clutch Control (if equipped) when the wheels are not in WHEEL

DRIVE could allow the tines to rapidly propelthe tiller forward or backward.

Failure to comply could cause lossof tiller control, propertydamage, or per-

sonalinjury.

• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you.

Lookbehind to avoidobstacles.

• Neverattempt to till in reverse.

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property

damage.

To operatethe ReverseClutchControl:

I. Putwheels in WHEELDRIVEposition (see"WARNING"statement at the left).

2. Stopall tiller motion by releasingthe ForwardClutch Bail.

3. Liftthe handlebaruntil the tines clear

the ground, look behind you to avoid any obstacles, and then pull the control knob

(F, Figure3-4) out. Thewheels and tines

will rotate in a reverse direction.

4. Releasethe control knob to disengage (stop) the wheelsand tines (the engine

will continue to run).

results, alwaysbegin tilling at a very shallow depth setting and gradually increasethe tilling depth.

• Do not attempt to till too deeply too

quickly. Gradually work down to deepertilling depths.

• Place the Depth Regulator Lever in the "travel" position before starting the engine. This position prevents the tines from touching the ground until youare ready to begintilling.

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property

damage.

TravelPosition

Figure 3-5:Depth RegulatorLever(G).

FORWARD CLUTCH BAIL TheForward ClutchBail (E, Figure3-4)

controls the engagementof forward drive to the wheelsandtines.

To operate theForwardClutchBail:

1. Putwheels inWHEELDRIVEposition (see"WARNING"statement above).

2. Lift and hold the clutch bail (E,Figure 3-4) againstthe handlebarto start the wheels andtines rotating in aforward

direction.

3. Releasethe clutch bail to disengage (stop) the wheels andtines (theengine

will continueto run).

REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL (Models 12209/12210 only)

TheReverseClutchControl (F,Figure3-4) controls the engagementof reversedrive to the wheelsandtines. The reversing feature is used for maneuvering the tiller

only- neverengagethetines in the groundwhile operatingin reverse.

Figure3.4: Allmodelshavea Forward ClutchBail(E). OnlyModels12209/12210

havea ReverseClutchControl(F).

DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER

This lever (G, Figure3-5) controls the tilling depthof thetines. Pull the lever

backand slide it up or down to engagethe notched height settings.

The"travel position" (highestnotch) raises the tines approximately 1-112"off the ground, allowing the tiller to bemoved without the tines contactingthe ground. This setting should also be used when

starting the engine.

Moving the leverupward will increasethe tilling depth. The lowestnotch allows a tilling depthof approximately 6", depending on soil conditions. Forbest

HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Thehandlebar height is adjustableto three different settings (Figure3-6). Ingeneral,

adjust the handlebarsso they are atwaist

levelwhen the tines are3"-4"in the soil.

To adjustthe handlebars:

1. Stopengine, disconnect spark plug

wire from spark plug andallow engineto cool.

2. Removehardware,reposition handle- bars, andreinstall hardwaresecurely.

Figure 3-6:Handlebarheight adjustment.

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Operation

Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety

(Section 1), controls (Section 3) and operating instructions (Section 4) in

this Manual, in the separate Engine Owner's Manual, and on the decals on themachine.

Failure to follow these instructionscan resultin seriouspersonalinjury.

INTRODUCTION

Readthis OperationSectionand thesepa-

rateEngineOwner's Manualbeforeyou

start theengine. Then,take the time to familiarize yourself with the basic opera- tion of the tiller beforeusing it in the

garden. Findan open, levelareaand prac- tice using the tiller controls without the tines engagingthe soil (put tines in

"travel" setting). Onlyafter you've

becomecompletely familiar with the tiller

should you beginusing it inthegarden.

BREAK-INOPERATION

Perform the following maintenanceafter the first two (2) hours of newoperation

(seeMaintenanceSection in this manual

and in the EngineOwner's Manual).

1. Changeengineoil.

2. Checkfor looseor missing hardware

on unit. Tighten or replaceas needed.

3. Checktension on forward drive belt.

4. Checktransmission gearoil level.

STARTINGANDSTOPPING THEENGINE

Pre-StartChecklist

With the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug, perform the following

checksand servicesbefore eachuse:

1. Readthe Safetyand Controls Sections

in this manual. Readthe separateEngine

Owner'sManual providedwith the unit.

2. Put thewheels in the WHEELDRIVE

position (wheel pins must be through

holesin wheelhubs and wheel shaft).

3. Checkunit for loose or missing hard-

ware. Serviceas required.

4. Checkengineoil level. SeeEngine

Owner'sManual.

ReverseClutchControl

(Models 12209/12210)

Fo_ardC

Depth

Regulator

Recoil Starter

•WheelDrivePin

(oneachwheel)

Fig. 4_I

5. Checkthat all safetyguardsand covers are in place.

6. Checkair cleanerandengine cooling system. SeeEngineOwner's Manual.

GASOLINEIS HIGHLYFLAMMABLEAND

ITSVAPORSAREEXPLOSIVE.

Follow gasoline safety rules in this Manual (see Section1) and in the sepa-

rate EngineOwner'sManual. Failure tofollow gasolinesafety instruc-

tions can result in serious personal

injuryandpropertydamage.

7. Fill the fuel tank withgasoline

according to the directions in the separate

EngineOwner's Manual. Follow all instructions and safetyrules carefully.

8. Attach spark plug wire to sparkplug.

StartingtheEngine

Thefollowing stepsdescribe how to start and stop the engine. Do not attempt to engage the tines or wheels until you have read all of the operating instruc-

tions in this Section. Also, review the safety rules in Section 1: Safety, and the

tiller and engine controlsinformation in Section 3: Features and Controls.

1. Completethe Pre-Start Checklist on

this page.

2. Putthe wheels in the WHEELDRIVE position (see WheelDrivePinsin Section

3 of this manual).

To help preventserious personal injury or damageto equipment:

• Before starting engine, put both wheels in the WHEELDRIVE position.

Never have wheels in FREEWHEEL position when engine is running.

When the wheels are in FREEWHEEL, they donot holdback the tiller and the

tines could propel the tiller rapidly

forward or backward.

• Before starting engine, put Forward

Clutch Bail (all models) and Reverse Clutch Control (Models 12209/12210

only) in neutral (disengaged)positions

byreleasing levers.

• Never run engine indoors or in

enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,anodorlessanddeadlygas.

•Avoid engine muffler and nearby

areas. Temperatures in these areas mayexceed150°F.

3. Movethe Depth Regulator Lever all the

way down to the "travel" position, so that the tines clearthe ground.

4. Releaseall controls on the tiller.

5. On engine's with afuel shut-offvalve, turn valveto open position, as instructed

in the separateEngineOwner's Manual.

6. Put ignition switch andlor throttle con- trol lever locatedon engine in the "ON", "RUN", "FAST"or "START" position, as

instructed in the EngineOwner'sManual.

7. Chokeor prime engine,as instructed in EngineOwner's Manual.

8. Put one hand on fuel tank to stabilize

unit when pulling starter rope handle. Thenuse recoil starter to start engine,as

instructed in the EngineOwner'sManual.

Whenengine starts, gradually movechoke

lever(if soequipped) to "NO CHOKE",

"CHOKEOFF"or "RUN" position.

9. Usethe "FAST"throttle speedsetting

when tilling.

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Keepawayfrom rotatingtines. Rotating

tineswill causeinjury.

StoppingtheEngineand Tiller

1. To stop thewheels and tines, release

the ForwardClutch Bail (all models) or the ReverseClutch Control (Models12209 and 12210) - whichever control is in use=

2. To stop the engine, put the ignition switch and/or the throttle control leverin

the "OFF"or "STOP" position.

OPERATINGTHETILLER

Thefollowing operating instructions pro- vide guidelinesto using your tiller effec- tively and safely. Besureto read Tilling

Tips& Techniques inthisSection before

actually putting the tines into the soil NOTE:This is atraditional "Standard-

Rotating-Tine" (SRT)tiller withforward rotating tines. It operatescompletely dif- ferently from "Counter-Rotating-Tine"

(CRT)tillers or from front-tine tillers.

1. Follow the Pre-StartChecklist atthe beginning of this Section. Besure that the

wheels are in the WHEELDRIVEposition.

2. Move the DepthRegulator Leverall the way down, so that the tines clearthe ground. Usethis position whenpracticing with the tiller and when traveling between tilling sites. Beforeactually tilling, move

the leverto thedesired depthsetting (see

Tilling Tips& Techniques).

3. Start engineandallow it to warm up. Thenput throttle in "FAST"setting.

4. Forforwardmotion of the wheels and tines:

(a) Pull ForwardClutch Bail (Fig. 4-I) up

against handlebar. Releasebail to stop forward motion of wheels and tines.

(b) Whentilling, relax and let the wheels

pull the unit while thetines dig. Walk behindand a little to one side of the

unit. Use onehand, yetkeepa light-- but secure--grip onthe handlebar (while keepingyour arm loose). See Fig.4-2. Letthe unit move at its own paceand do not push down on the handlebarsto try andforce the tines to

dig deeper-- this takesweight off the wheels, reducestraction, and causes

the tines to try and propelthe tiller.

Do not push downon the handlebarsto

try to make the tiller till more deeply. This prevents the wheels from holding

the tiller back and can allow the tines to rapidly propel the tiller forward,

which could result in loss of control, property damage, orpersonal injury.

5. Forreversemotion of thewheels and

tines (Models 12209112210only):

(a) Look behind and exercisecaution when

operating in reverse. Donot till while in reverse.

(b) Stop all forward motion. Lift handlebar

with one hand until tines areoff the ground and then pull ReverseClutch

Control knob out (seeFig. 4-3). To

stop reversing, let go of ReverseClutch

Control knob.

(b) Swing the handlebarto the left so the

right wheeltakesa "step" backward. Nextswing the handlebarto the right

so the leftwheel"steps" backward. Repeatasneeded.

in reverse, shut off the engine, then placethe two wheelsin FREEWHEEL.

7. To Turn the Tiller Around: (a) Practiceturning the tiller in a level,

open area. Bevery careful to keep

your feetand legsaway from the tines.

(b) To begina turn, liftthe handlebarsuntil

thetines are outof the ground andthe engineand tines arebalancedoverthe wheels (Fig.4-4).

handlebarto steerin direction of turn (Fig. 4-5). After turning, slowly lower

tines into soil to resume tilling.

Fig. 4.4: Tobegin turn, lifthandlebars until tinesare out of groundandunit is balanced.

Fig. 4.2: Useone handto guide tiller when movingforward.

Fig. 4.3: Raise tinesoffgroundandlook behindwhenmovingin reverse.

6. To move the Model 12227 inreverse for short distances:

(a) ReleaseForwardClutchBail. Thenlift

handlebaruntil tines are off the ground.

Fig. 4.5: Withtinesout of ground,push handlebarssidewaysto turntiller.

Stopping theTiller and Engine

1. To stop thewheels and tines, release

the Forward ClutchBail (all models) or the

ReverseClutch Control (Models 12209

and 12210) - whichever control is in use.

2. To stop the engine, put the ignition

switch and/or the throttle control lever in the "OFF"or "STOP"position.

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TILLING TIPS & TECHNIQUES

• Avoidpushingdownon thehandlebarsin an attemptto force thetiller to dig deeper. Doing

so takes the weight off the poweredwheels, causing them to lose traction. Without the wheels helping to hold the tiller back, the tines will attempt to propel the tiller - often

causingthe tillerto skip rapidlyacrossthe ground. (Sometimes,slight downwardpressure

Before tilling, contact your tele-

)hone or utilities company and

inquire if undergroundequipment or lines are usedon your property.

Do not till near buried electric cables, telephone lines, pipes or

hoses.

Whencultivating (breakingup surfacesoil around plants to destroyweeds,see Fig.4-9), adjustthe tines to dig only I" to 2"deep. Usingshallowtilling depthshelpspreventinjury to plantswhoserootsoften grow closeto thesurface. If needed,lift uponthe handle-

barsslightly to preventthetinesfrom diggingtoo deeply. (Cultivatingon a regularbasisnotonly eliminatesweeds,it alsoloosensand aeratesthe soil for bettermoistureabsorptionandfasterplantgrowth.)

With experience,youwill find the 'just right" tilling depthand tilling speedcombinationthat is best for yourgarden.

Setthe enginethrottle leverat a speedto give theengine adequatepowerandyet allow it to operateat the slowest possiblespeed...at least until you haveachievedthe maximumtilling depth you desire.Fasterenginespeedsmay be desirablewhen making final passes

through the seedbedor whencultivating. Selectionof the correct engine speed,in relation to the tilling depth,will ensurea sufficient powerlevelto dothejob without causingthe engineto labor.

on the handlebarswill help get through a particularly tough sectionof sod or unbroken ground,but in mostcasesthiswon't be necessary.)

•Avoidtrying to digtoo deeply too quickly, especiallywhen busting sodor when tilling soil that hasn't beentilled for sometime. Useshallowdepthregulatorsettings (only an inch or

two deep)for thefirst passesthrough thesoil. With eachsucceedingpass,dig anotherinch or two deeper. (Wateringthe areaa fewdays prior to tilling will maketilling easier,aswill

lettingthenewlyworkedsoil set for aday or two beforemakingafinal, deeptilling pass.)

Whiletilling, relaxand letthe wheelspull

the tiller alongwhile the tinesdo the dig-

ging. Walk on the side that is not yet fin- ished (to avoid making footprints in the

freshly tilled soil) and lightly,but securely

gripthe handlebarwithjust onehand.

•Whenpreparinga seedbed,go overthe samepathtwice inthe first row,then overlap one-half the tiller width on the rest of the passes (see Fig. 4-6). Whenfinishedin onedirection,makea secondpassat a right angle,as

shown in Fig.4-7. Overlapeachpassfor bestresults (in very hardground, it maytakethreeor four passestothoroughlypulverizethe soil.)

If the garden size will not permit lengthwise and then crosswise

tilling, then overlapthe first passes

by one-half atiller width, followed l_mi_ by successive passes at one-

quarterwidth (seeFig.4-8).

Wheneverpossible, walk on the untilled sideof the unit to avoidmakingfootprints

in your freshly tilled or cultivated soil. Footprintscausesoil compactionthat can

hamperroot penetrationandcontributeto soil erosion. They can also "plant"

unwanted weed seeds back into the freshlytilled ground.

Fig. 4-8

Tilling wetsoil often resultsin large, hard clumps of soil that can interfere with

planting. If time permits,waita day or two after heavy rains to allow the soil to dry beforetilling. Testsoilby squeezingit into

a ball. If it compressestoo easily,it is too wetto till.

Fig.4.6

With planning,youcanallow enough room between _1,_.. ___1,,_.

rows to cultivate (see Fig. 1_1_31 _ I 4-9). Leave room for the

Fig. 4.7

hoodw dth,plusenough1 : 101

extra room for future _ "*_l,_ plantgrowth. Fig.4-9

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TILLING TIPS & TECHNIQUES (cont.)

Powercompostingsimply meanstilling underandburying inthesoil all mannerof organicmattersuchascrop residues,leaves,grassclippingsandcovercrops. This materialwill decomposeduringthenon-growing seasonandadd importantnaturalnutri-

entsto the soil. Thefirst placeto begin iswith cropresiduessuchas leftovervines,stalks,stemsand

roots. Powercompostthesecrop residuesassoonastheyfinish bearing. Thesooner this is done,thebetter,astender greenmatteriseasierto till under. Usethedeepest

depthregulatorsettingpossiblewithout causingtheengineto laboror thetiller to jump ahead.

Standingcornstalksof reasonableheightcanbepowercomposted. Pushingover (but not uprooting)cornstalkswill oftenmakeiteasierto chop upthestalks. Keepthe tines

clearof excessivetanglingby"fishtailing" or frequentlyusingreverse. Makeseveral passes,thenreturn afew dayslaterto finish off any remainingstubble.

After tilling undercrop residues,addmoreorganicmattersuchas leaves,grassclippingsandevenkitchenscraps. Whentilled intothe soil, this organic matterwill decomposeandaddevenmore importantnutrientsto the soil.

After powercomposting,you maywant to planta "greenmanure"covercropto protectthe soil during the off-season.Yousimply grow acrop ofclover, alfalfa,buckwheat,peas,beans,ryegrass,grain, or kaleandthentill it intothe soilprior to the plantingseason.

When power composting,do not keep the Depth Regulator Lever at a deep

setting if the tiller jumps or bucks. Ifjumping or buckingoccurs,movethe

Depth Regulator Lever down to a shallow setting and then slowly increase the tilling depth on later

lasses.

Failure to follow this warning could resultin personalinjury.

Read the following recommendationsbeforetilling on slopes:

If you must garden on a moderate slope, please follow two very important

guidelines:

I. Till only on moderate slopes, never on steep ground where footing is difficult

(reviewsafetyrulesin SectionI: Safetyof this manual).

2. Werecommendtilling upanddown slopesratherthan terracing. Tillingvertically on a slopeallowsmaximumplantingareaandalso leavesroomfor cultivating.

IMPORTANT:When tilling on slopes, be sure the correct oil level is maintainedin

the engine(checkevery one-halfhour of operation). The incline of the slopewill causetheoil to slantawayfrom its normal levelandthis can starveenginepartsof

requiredlubrication. Keepthe motor oil levelatthefull pointatall times!

Tilling UpandDownSlopes(VerticalTilling)

• To keepsoil erosion to a minimum, besure to add enoughorganicmatter to the

soil sothat it hasgood moisture-holdingtextureandtry to avoidleavingfootprints or wheelmarks.

•When tilling vertically, try to makethe first pass uphill as the tiller digs more deeplygoing uphillthan it doesdownhill. In soft soil or weeds,you may haveto

lift the handlebarsslightlywhile going uphill. Whengoing downhill, overlapthe

first passbyaboutone-halfthe width of thetiller.

TerraceGardening

• Whena slopeis too steepor too short for vertical tilling, it maybe necessaryto till acrosstheslopeand createterracedrows. Ter-

racesarerows that arecut intothe sideof aslope,creatinga narrow,butflat areaon whichto plant.

• Ona longslope,you canmakeseveralterraces,one belowthe other.

• Terracesshouldbe only 240-3 feetwide. Diggingtoo far intothe side of theslope will exposepoor subsoilthat is unproductivefor plants.

Do not operate tiller on a slope too steep for safe operation. Till slowly and be sure you have good footing.

Never permit tiller to freewheel down slopes. Failure to follow this warning

couldresultin personalinjury.

Tilling AcrossSlopesWithoutUsing Terraces(HorizontalTilling)

• If vertical or terracing gardening aren't practicalfor you, then you can till laterally

acrossa slope. Wedon't recommendthis

methodasit cancreateunsurefooting and invitessoil erosion.

•As interrace gardening,start at the top of

the slopeand overlapthe first passby half the width of the tiller. For addedstability of

thetiller, alwayskeepthe uphillwheelinthe

soft,newlytilled soil.

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TILLING TIPS & TECHNIQUES (cont.)

TerraceGardening(continued)

•To createa terrace,start at the top of the slope and workdown. Go backand forth O_!'_ acrossthe first row asshownin Fig.4-10. _,I_0

• Each succeeding lower terrace is started by walking below the terrace you're _]_l'll, preparing. Foraddedstability of the tiller, alwayskeepthe uphill wheel in the soft, __iL_

newlytilled soil. Do not till the last12" or more of the downhill outside edgeof each _]_ II_"EPEAT

terrace. This untilled strip helps prevents the terraces from breaking apart and washingdownhill. It alsoprovidesawalkingpath betweenrows. Fig.4.10

Thetines havea self-clearingactionwhich eliminatesmost tanglingof debris in the tines. However,occasionallydry grass,stringy stalksor tough vines may

becometangled. Followtheseproceduresto help avoid tanglingand to clean

thetines, if necessary.

•To reducetangling, set the depth regulator deep enough to get maximum

"chopping" action asthe tines chop the materialagainsttheground. Also, try to till under crop residues or cover crops while they are green, moist and

tender.

•Whilepowercomposting,try swaying thehandlebarsfrom sideto side (about

6"to 12"). This"fishtailing" actionoftenclearsthetinesof debris.

• If tanglingoccurs, lift the tines out of the soil and runthe tiller in reverse(if

unit is equippedwith poweredreverse)for a fewfeet. This reversingaction shouldunwind agood dealof debris.

LOADINGAND UNLOADING

THETILLER

Loading and unloading the tiller into a vehicle is potentiallyhazardousand we don't recommenddoing so unless abso- lutely necessary,as this could result in personalinjury or propertydamage.

However, if you must load or unloadthe tiller, follow the guidelinesgiven next.

• Beforeloading or unloading, stop the

engine,wait for allparts to stop moving, disconnect thespark plug wire and let

the engine and muffler cool.

•Thetiller is too heavyand bulky to lift safelyby one person.Two or more peopleshould sharethe load.

• Usesturdy ramps andmanually (engine shut off) roll the tiller into andout of the

vehicle. Two or more people areneeded to do this.

•Theramps must bestrong enough to support the combined weight of the tiller and any handlers.The ramps should pro- vide good traction to prevent slipping; they should haveside rails to guide the tiller alongthe ramps; andthey should

havea locking deviceto securethem to the vehicle.

•Thehandlersshould wearsturdy footwear that will helpto preventslipping.

• Position the loading vehicle sothat the ramp angle is asflat as possible (the less

inclineto the ramp, the better). Turn the

vehicle's engineoff andapply its parking brake.

•Whengoing up ramps, stand in the normal operatingposition and pushthe

•It maybe necessaryto remove the debris by hand (a pocket knife will help you to cut away

the material). Besure to stop the engineand disconnectthe spark plug wire beforeclearing

thetinesby hand.

Beforeclearing thetines by hand, stop the

engine, allow all movingpartsto stop and disconnectthe spark plugwire. Removethe

ignitionkeyonelectricstart models. Failureto follow thiswarningcouldresultin

_ersonalinjury.

tiller aheadof you. Havea personat eachside to turn the wheels.

•Whengoing down ramps, walk backward with the tiller following you. Keepalert for anyobstacles behind you. Position a

person ateach wheelto control the speedof the tiller. Nevergo down ramps

tiller-first, asthe tiller could tip forward.

•Placewooden blocks on thedownhill side of the wheelsif you needto stopthe tiller from rolling down the ramp. Also,

usethe blocks to temporarily keepthe tiller in placeon the ramps (if neces-

sary), and to chock the wheels in place after the tiller is in the vehicle.

•After loading thetiller, prevent it from rolling byengaging the wheels in the

WHEELDRIVEposition. Chockthe wheels with blocks and securely tie the

tiller down.

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Maintenance

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine,

wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug

wire and move wire away from spark

plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models.

Failure to follow these instructionscan resultin serious personalinjuryor prop- ertydamage.

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE

PROCEDURE NOTES

Checkmotor oil level 2, 3 Cleanengine 2, 7

Checkdrive belt tension 1,4 Checknuts and bolts 1,4

Change motor oil 4, 6, 9

Lubricatetiller 4

Serviceengine air cleaner system 7 Checkgear oil levelin transmission 1,5 Checktines for wear 5

Checkair pressure in tires (if unit has pneumatic tires) 5

Servicesparkplug 7

NOTES

I - Checkat_erfirst 2hours ofbreak4n operation.

2 - Beforeeach use.

3 - Every 5 operating hours. 4- Every 10operating hours.

5 - Every 30 operating hours. 6 - Changemore frequently in dusty or dirty

conditions.

7 - SeeEngine Owner's Manual for service

recommendations.

B - Whichevertime interval occurs first. g - Changeafter first 2 hours of break4n

operation.

TILLER LUBRICATION

After every 10operating hours, oil or greasethe lubrication points shown in

Figure5-1 and described below. Usecleanlubricating oil (#30 weight

motor oil is suitable) and cleangeneral purposegrease (greasecontaining a metal lubricant is preferred, if available).

•Removethe wheels, cleanthe wheel shaft (A,Fig. 5-I) and applya thin coating of greaseto the wheel shaft,

•Greasethe back, front andsides of the depth regulator lever (B,Fig, 5-I),

•Removethe tines andcleanthe tine shaft

(C,Fig. 5-I). Usea file or sandpaperto

gently removeany rust, burrs or rough spots (especiallyaround holesin shaft),

Apply greaseto endsof shaft before installing tines.

•Oil the threads onthe handlebarheight adjustment screws andthe handlebar attachingscrews (D, Fig,5-I).

Figure5-1

CHECKFOROILLEAKS

Beforeeach use, check the tiller for signs

of anoil leak- usually a dirty, oily accu-

mulation either on the unit or onthe floor.

A little seepagearound a cover or an oil

sealis usually not acausefor alarm. How- ever, if the oil drips overnight,then imme- diate attention is needed. Ignoringanoil

leakcan result insevere transmission

damage!

If acover is leaking, checkfor loose screws. If the screws are tight, anew

gasketor oil sealmay be required,

If the leakisfrom around a shaft and oil seal,the oil sealprobably needsto be replaced. Seeyour authorized dealeror

contact the factory for service or advice.

IMPORTANT:Neveroperate thetiller if the

transmission is lowon oil. Checkthe oil

levelafter every 30 hours of operationand

whenever there isany oil leakage.

CHECK HARDWARE

Checkfor looseor missing hardware after every 10 operating hours and tighten or

replace(as needed)before reusingtiller Besureto check the screws underneath

the tiller hoodthat securethe transmission cover and the DepthRegulator Leverto the

transmission.

CHECKTIRE PRESSURE

(Models with pneumatic tires)

Checkthe air pressure in both tires= The air pressure should bebetween 15-20 PSi

(pounds per square inch). Keepbothtires equally inflated to help

prevent machinefrom pulling to oneside.

TRANSMISSIONGEAR

OILSERVICE

Checkthe transmission gear oil levelafter every 30 hours of operation or whenever you noticeanyoil leak. Operatingthe tiller

when thetransmission is low on oil can

result in severedamage.

A. ToCheckthe Transmission

GearOil Level:

1. Checkthe gear oil levelwhen thetrans-

mission is cool. Gearoil will expand in warm operating temperaturesand this expansion will provide an incorrect oil

levelreading.

2. With the tiller on level ground, pull the

Depth RegulatorLeverall the way up,

3. Removethe oil fill plug (A, Fig,5-2)

from thetransmission housing and look

insidethe oil fill holeto locatethe main drive shaftsituated below the hole.

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cometo a complete stop,disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug.

_ efore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to

4. Thegearoil levelis correctif the gear B. To Drainthe TransmissionGear Oil: BO/OTINES oil isapproximately halfwayupthe side of

the maindriveshaft=

5. If the gearoil level is low, addgearoil

as described next. If the gearoil level is okay, securelyreplace theoil fill plug.

IMPORTANT:Do not operatethetillerif

the gear oil levelis low. Doing sowill

result in severedamageto thetransmis- sion components.

Figure 5.2: Removeoil fill plug (A) to check

gear oil level and to add gear oil. Remove

fourcoverscrews (B)to drain gear oil.

6. If addingonly a few ouncesof gear oil, useAPI rated GL-4 or GL-5gearoil having

a viscosity of SAE140, SAEB5W-140or

SAE80W-90. If refilling an empty trans- mission, use only GL-4 gear oil havinga

viscosity of SAE85W-140 or SAE140.

IMPORTANT: Donot useautomatic trans- mission fluid or motor oil inthe transmis- sion.

7. While checkingfrequently to avoid

overfilling, slowly addgearoil into the oil fill hole until it reachesthe halfwaypoint

on the drive shaft.

8. Securelyreplace the oil fill plug.

Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage.

Thetransmissiongear oil does not needto be changedunless it hasbeencontami- natedwith dirt, sandor metalparticles.

1. Drain gasolinefrom thefuel tankor run theengine until the fueltank is empty. See "DANGER"statementbelow.

Thebolo tines willwearwith use and should be inspectedat the beginningof eachtilling seasonand after every 30

operatinghours. Thetines can be replacedeither individually or asa com-

pleteset. Seethe PartsList pagesfor fine identification and part numbers.

A. Tine Inspection:

Gasoline is highly flammable and its

vapors are explosive. Follow these

safety practices to prevent personal injury or propertydamage from fire or explosion.

• Allow the engine and muffler to cool

for at least two minutes before drainingthe tiller's gasolinetank.

• Do not allow open flames, sparks,

matchesor smokingin the area.

• Wipe away spills and pushtiller away

from spilledfuel.

• Use only an approved fuel container

and store it safely out of the reach of children.

• Do not storegasolinein an area where

With use,the tines will becomeshorter, narrower and pointed. Badlyworn tines

will result in a loss of tilling depth,and reducedeffectivenesswhen chopping up andturning under organic matter.

B. Removing/Installinga Single Tine:

1. With theengine shut off and the spark plug wire disconnected,remove thetwo

screws (A, Figure5-3) and Iocknuts (B) that attacha single tine to afine holder. If

needed,use penetratingoil onthe nuts.

2. When installing a single tine, be sure to position it so that its cutting edge(sharp)

will enterthe soil first as the tiller moves

forward.

its vaporscould reachan open flame or spark,or where ignitionsourcesare

present (suchas hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves,electricmotors,etc.)

C. Removing/InstallingaTineAssembly: I. A tine assembly consists of eight tines

mounted on afine holder.

2. If removing both fine assemblies,mark them "left" and "right" before removal.

Removethe screw (C, Figure5-3) and

2. Drainthe oil from the engine.

3. Removefour screws (B, Figure5-2) and

removetransmission coverand gasket.

4. Removethe left-sidewheel.

5. Tiltthe left-sidewheel shaft into a drain pan and allow the gear oil to drain through the top of the transmission.

6. Reinstallthe wheel.

7. Installa new gasket (donot reuseold

gasket)and reinstallthe transmission

cover.

8. Refill the transmission usingGL-4 gear oil (SAE85W-140 or SAE140).

9. Refill the enginewith motor oil and

locknut (D)that securethe tine assembly to the fine shaft. If necessary,usea

rubber mallet to tapthe fine assembly out- ward off the shaft.

3. Beforereinstalling the fine assembly, inspectthe fine shaft for rust, rough spots

or burrs. Lightly file or sand,as needed. Applya thin coatof greaseto the shaft.

4. Install eachtine assemblyso that the cutting (sharp) edge of the tineswill enter

the soil first whenthe tiller moves forward Securethe tine assemblyto the

fine shaft using the screw and Iocknut previously removed.

replenish thefuel tank with gasoline.

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come to acomplete stop, disconnect spark plugwire and move wire away from spark plug.

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage.

c=Unhook the top of the spring from

the ForwardClutch Bail.

d. Usepliers to prevent the adjuster(B)

from turning and turn the slotted

ENGINE

screwlocated inside thespring

clockwise (viewedfrom operator's

position) to increasetension onthe spring. Turn the screw counter-

clockwise to decreasetension. Once

TINE

SHAFT

adjusted, reattachthe spring to the

ForwardClutch Bail.

e. RepeatSteps2 and 3 to re-measure

the lengthof the spring. When the

secondmeasurementis between 1116"-to- 3116"longerthanthe first

measurement,retightenthe hexnut (C)againstthe top of theadjuster (B).

Figure5.3: Install tinesso that cuttingedge of tines enter soil first whentiller movesforward.

CHECKINGAND ADJUSTING FORWARDDRIVEBELTTENSION

It is important to maintain correct tension on the forward drive belt. A loosebelt will

causethetines andwheelsto slow down - or stop completely - even though the

engine is running atfull speed. A too tight belt canresult in unintentional tine move-

ment when the clutch bail is in the Neutral (released)position.

• Checkbelt tension after the first two

measurementis between 1116_-to- 3116" longer than thefirst measurement.

4. If thespring is too short (less than I116"),the tension is too loose. If the spring istoo long (more than 3116"),the

tension is too tight.

5. Toadjust the length of thespring:

a=Releasethe Forward ClutchBail.

b. Unthreadthe hexnut (C, Figure5-4)

about halfway upthe adjustment

screw (D).

hours of break-in operationand after every 10 operating hours.

•At the end of each tilling season,check thebelt for cracks,cuts orfrayed edges

and replaceit assoon as possible.

ToCheckForwardBeltTension: I. Stop engine,wait for all partsto stop

moving and disconnectspark plug wire.

2. With the ForwardClutch Bail in an

open (released)position, measureand notethe overall length of the cablespring

(A, Figure5-4) by measuring from the out- ermost coil to theoutermost coil.

3. Squeezethe Forward Clutch Bail

againstthe handlebar (seeFigure5-4) and re-measurethe length of the coils= The

belt tension is correct if this second

Figure5.4: Tocheckforwardbelt tension, take two measurementsof theoverall lengthof thecoils in the spring- first with theclutch bail open, thenwith theclutch bail closedagainst the handlebar.

ReplacementBelt Information If the drive belt needsto be replaced,see

your localauthorized dealeror refer to the

Parts List for ordering information. Use only a factory-authorized belt asan "over- the-counter" belt may not perform satis- factorily. The procedurerequiresaverage

mechanicalability andcommonly available tools.

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cometo a complete stop,disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug.

_ efore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to

Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage.

FORWARD CLUTCH BAIL ADJUSTMENT

If the ForwardClutch Bail doesnot func-

tion properly, first checkthat the forward

drive belt is adjustedproperly (see

Checkingand Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension). If this fails to correct the

problem, contact the factory Technical ServiceDepartment or your authorized

dealerfor serviceadvice.

CHECKINGANDADJUSTING REVERSEDRIVE BELTTENSION

(Models 12209112210 only)

It is important to maintaincorrect tension

on the reversedrive belt. A loosebeltwill causethetines and wheelsto slow down -

or stop completely- eventhough the engine is running at full speed.

Whenchecking belt tension, also check

the belt for cracks,cuts or frayed edges

and replaceit assoon as possible.

•Checkbelt tension afterthe first two hours of break-in operation and after

every 10 operating hours.

To CheckReverseBeltTension:

I. Stop engine,waitfor allparts to stop moving and disconnect sparkplug wire.

2. Removescrew in plastic belt cover and

slide beltcover (which is attachedto for-

ward clutch cable)out of the way.

3. Havean assistant pull the Reverse

ClutchControl knoball theway out and hold it in that position. Measurethe

lengthof the cablewire betweenthe end of thethreaded cableadjuster (A, Figure 5-

5) andthe end of the z-fitting (B) to which

the cablewire is attached.

4. Thebelttension is ideal if the cablewire

lengthmeasures betweenI18"to I/4". If it is lessthan 118"(andifthere is no reverse actionwhen thetiller is running), then makethefollowing adjustments.

NOTE:Ifthe length is morethan I14",no adjustment isneeded--as long asthe

reverseactionfunctions properly.

5. Releasethe ReverseClutch Control knob.and then unthreadthe innerjam nut

(C,Figure5-6) oneto two turns. Pull the threadedcable adjuster (A, Figure5-6) to the leftuntil the innerjam nut (C) touches

the bracket.

6. Preventthe innerjam nut (C) from turning andtighten the outerjam nut (D)

against the bracket. Preventtheouter jam nut (D) from turning andtighten the inner

jam nut (C)against the bracket,

7. Measurethe gap by repeating Step3.

Readjustas neededby repeatingSteps5 and 6.

8. Reinstall the belt cover.

Figure5.5: Measure cable wire length to checkfor correctreverse belt tension,

Figure5-6: Move threaded adjuster (A) to left to increase

belt tension.

ReplacementBeltInformation

If the drive belt needsto be replaced,see

your localauthorized dealeror refer to the

Parts List for ordering information. Use only a factory-authorized beltas an "over- the-counter" belt may not perform satis- factorily. Theprocedure requiresaverage

mechanicalability andcommonly available tools.

ENGINECLEANING

Keepingthe engine cleanwill help to ensuresmooth operationand prevent damagefrom overheating. Referto the

EngineOwner's Manual for engine cleaningservice intervals and instructions.

Besurethat the muffler is cool before ser- vicing the engine.

AIR CLEANER SERVICE

Theair cleanerfilters dirt and dust out of the air beforeit enters the carburetor.

Operatingthe enginewith adirty, clogged air filter can cause poor performanceand

damageto the engine. Neveroperatethe engine without the air cleaner installed.

Inspectand servicethe air cleaner more often if operating in very dusty or dirty

conditions. Referto the EngineOwner's Manualfor air cleaner service intervals

and instructions.

ENGINEOILSERVICE

Checkthe engine oil levelbeforeeach use and after every 5 hours of continuous operation. Running the enginewhen it is

lowon oil will quickly ruin the engine.

It is recommendedthat you change the motor oil afterevery I0 hours of operation and evensoonerwhen operating in extremely dirty or dusty conditions. Refer to the EngineOwner's Manual for detailed

service instructions.

A. To Checkthe EngineOil Level:

I. Parkthe tiller on a levelareaand shut off the engine.

2. Levelthe engine(usethe DepthRegu-

lator Leverto adjust the engineangle).

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come to acomplete stop, disconnect spark plugwire and move wire away from spark plug.

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage.

3. Cleanaroundthe oil dipstick or oil fill tube (whicheverapplies) to prevent dirt

from falling into the crankcase.

4. On engines with anoil fill tube,remove thefill cap and add oil (if required) until it

reachesthetop of the fill tube. Reinstall thefill cap.

5. On engines with adipstick, remove it and wipe it clean. Reinsertthe dipstick, tighten it securely, andremove it. Add oil asneededto bring the level up to the FULL mark. Wipe dipstick cleaneachtime oil

levelis checked. Do not overfill. Tighten dipstick securely.

B. To Change the Engine Oil: Changethe engineoil as instructed inthe

EngineOwner's Manual.

SPARK PLUG SERVICE

Inspect and clean or replacethe spark plug after everyI00 operating hours or annually. Referto the EngineOwner's Manualfor spark plug serviceinstructions.

In some areas, local law requires using resistor sparkplugsto suppress ignition signals. If the enginewas originally equippedwith a resistor spark plug, use the sametype for replacement.

SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN

SERVICE

If the engine muffler is equipped with a spark arrester screen, remove andcleanit according to the service intervalsand instructions inthe EngineOwner's

Manual.

THROTTLE LEVER ADJUSTMENT

If the engine does not respond to various

throttle leversettings, refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for service information or

contact your localauthorizedengine dealer.

Operators shall not tamper with the engine governor settings on the

machine;the governorcontrolsthe max-

imum safe operating speed to protect

the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeed. Autho-

rized service shall be sought if a problemexists.

CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

Thecarburetor wasadjusted atthe factory for bestoperating speed. Referto the

EngineOwner's Manual for any adjust- ment information or seeyour authorized

engine dealer. Thegovernor controls the maximum safe

operating speedand protectsthe engine and all moving parts from damagecaused

byoverspeeding. Do not tamper with the

engine governor settings.

OFF SEASON STORAGE

Whenthe tiller won't beusedfor an extendedperiod, prepareit for storage as

follows:

I. Cleanthe tiller and engine.

2. Do routinetiller lubrication and check

for loose parts and hardware.

3. Protectthe engine and perform recom- mendedengine maintenancebyfollowing

the storage instructions found inthe

EngineOwner's Manual. Besure to pro-

tect the fuel lines,carburetor and fuel tank from gum deposits by removing fuel or by

treating fuel with afuel stabilizer (follow engine manufacturer's recommendations).

4. Store unit in aclean, dry area.

5. Neverstore the tiller with fuel in the

fuel tank in anenclosed areawhere gas fumes could reachan open flame or spark,

or where ignition sourcesare present

(spaceheaters,hot water heaters,fur- naces,etc.).

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cometo a complete stop,disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug.

_ efore inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to

Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before performing any troubleshooting procedures, refer to the appropriate safety, operating or maintenance instructions in this Manual or in the Engine Owner's Manual. Contact your authorized engine service dealer for engine service. Contact your autho- rized tiller dealer or the factory for all other service problems.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION

Enginedoes

not start.

Enginerunspoorly. I. Defectiveor incorrectlygappedspark plug. I. Inspectsparkplug (seeEngineOwner'sManual).

Engineoverheats. 1. Enginecoolingsystemclogged, 1. Cleanair coolingarea(seeEngineOwner'sManual).

Enginedoesnot 1.Misadjustedthrottlecontrol or ignition switch, 1. SeeEngineOwner'sManualor EngineServiceDealer, shutoff.

WheelsandTines I. Improperuseofcontrols. I. ReviewSections3 and4. will not turn. 2. Worn, broken,ormisadjusteddrivebelt(s). 2. See"CheckingDriveBelt Tension,"Section5.

1. Sparkplugwire disconnected.

2. EngineThrottleControl Leverincorrectlyset.

3. Fueltankempty.

4. Chokecontrol (if so equipped)inincorrect position.

5. Stalegasoline,

6. Dirty airfilter(s),

7. Defectiveor incorrectlygappedsparkplug.

8. Carburetorout of adjustment.

9. Misadjustedthrottlecontrol.

10.Dirtor water in fueltank.

2. Dirty airfilter(s). 2. Cleanor replace(seeEngineOwner'sManual).

3. Carburetorout of adjustment. 3. SeeEngineServiceDealer.

4. Stalegasoline. 4. Replacewith freshgasoline.

5. Dirt or waterin fueltank. 5. SeeEngineServiceDealer.

6. Enginecoolingsystemclogged, 6. Cleanair cooling system(seeEngineOwner'sManual),

2. Carburetorout of adjustment. 2. SeeEngineServiceDealer.

3. Oil levelis low. 3. Checkoil level(seeEngineOwner'sManual),

3. Internaltransmissionwearordamage. 3 Contactlocaldealeror thefactory.

4. Bolt loosein transmissionpulley. 4. Tightenbolt.

1. Reconnectwire.

2. Put leverinSTARTposition.

3. Addfuel.

4. SeeEngineOwner'sManual.

5. Drainfueland addfreshfuel.

6. Cleanor replacefiltar(s).

7. Inspectsparkplug.

8. SeeEngineServiceDealer.

9. SeeEngineServiceDealer

10. SeeEngineServiceDealer.

Tinesturn, but I. WheelDrive Pinsnot in WHEELDRIVE. I. See"WheelDrivePins" inSection3. wheelsdon't. 2. Bolt loosein transmissionpulley. 2. Tightenbolt.

3. Internaltransmissionwearordamage. 3. ContactlocalDealeror the Factory.

WheelsTurn,but I. Tineholdermounting hardwaremissing. I. Replacehardware. TinesDon't. 2. Bolt loosein transmissionpulley. 2. Tightenbolt.

3. Internaltransmissionwearordamage. 3. ContactlocalDealeror the Factory.

Poortilling I. Worntines. I. See"Bolo Tines" (Section5). performance. 2. Improper DepthRegulatorsetting. 2. See"TillingTips& Techniques,"Section4.

3. Incorrectthrottle setting. 3. SeeSection4.

4. ForwardDriveBelt slipping. 4. See"CheckingForwardDriveBeltTension," Section5.

The attachments listed below are available for your tiller. The information is the most current at the time this manual was printed. Contact your authorized dealer or the factory for current information.

BUMPER - The tubular steel bumper surrounds the engine to protect the air cleaner, starter assembly and fuel tank from damage. FPJ_MEWEIGHTS - Solid steel weights attach to the sides of the tiller frame to provide added traction to the wheels.

TILLERATTACHMENTS

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Models 12209, 12210 and 12227 I

DRAWING NO. 1

8A_

--8

REF. No.

3 5

6 1100088 7 1186391 8 1916118001

8A 9308

9 9384

PART

No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9552

1917536 1904572

1917594

Hex Hd. FlangeScrew,Self-Tapping,

1/4-20 x1/2 ................................... 2

Decal,Hood ....................................... 1

Tine Hood (IncL tine flap and

Ref. 3) (A) ....................................... 1

Tine Hood (IncL tine flap and

Ref. 3) (B) (C) ................................. 1

Hex Hd. Screw,5/16-18 x 1/2............. 2

Hex FlangeLock Nut,5/16-18 ............. 2

Depth Regulator Lever........................ 1

Spirol Pin............................................ 2

Spring, Depth Regulator..................... 1

REF. PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

10 9534 11 1100069 12 9811 13 1916119001 14 1916120001

15 11000242 16 1186331 17 1186230 18 1100808 19 55088

20 1916121001

Spacer ................................................ 1

Hex Hd. Screw,1/4-20 x 1.................. 1

Hex Lock Nut, 1/4-20.......................... 1

Hood Bracket, Right Hand................... 1

Hood Bracket, Left Hand..................... 1

Lock washer, 5/16............................... 2

Hex Hd. FlangeScrew, 5116-18x 1 .... 2

Hex Nut, 5/16-18................................. 2

Hex Hd. Screw,5116-18x 1-114.......... 2

Bushing............................................... 2

DragBar.............................................. 1

(A) For Model12227 (C) For Model12210 (B) For Model12209

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I Models 12209, 12210and12227

DRAWING NO. 2

13 16

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Models 12209, 12210 and 12227 I

PARTS LIST - DRAWING NO. 2

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION

55104 1916996

2 1916928 3 1100799

4 1100806 5 55044 6 1916106001 7 9855 8 1916712

9 1100242 10 1186230 11 9811 12 1918745 13 1100068

14 9837 15 1107383

(A) ForModel 12227 (B) ForModel 12209

UpperHandlebar (IncL ReE2) (A)....... 1

UpperHandlebar (IncL Refs,2 &

28) (B)(C)........................................ 1

Decal,Forward ClutchBail .................. 1

Hex Hd, Screw,5/16-18 x 1-1/2 .......... 6

Hex Hd, Screw,1/4-20 x 1-1/4 ............ 1

Bracket,Forward ClutchCable............. 1

Bail, ForwardClutch ............................ 1

Screw, #10-24 x 2............................... 1

Spring, forward Clutch........................ 1

Lock Washer,5/16 .............................. 6

Hex LockNut, 5/16-18......................... 6

Hex LockNut, 1/4-20........................... 1

CableAssembly, Forward Clutch ......... 1

Hex Hd, Screw,3/8-16 x 3/4................ 2

Hex LockNut, 3/8-16........................... 2

FlatWasher, 3/8 .................................. 2

QTY.

REF. PART No. No.

16 1100044 17 1916107001 18 1110107 19 1916108001

22 9552

9552 23 1901273010 24 55097

1916818

1917555 25 1916674001

26 1916719 27 1186227 28 1916929 29 1735531

DESCRIPTION QTY.

Hex Hd.Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4.............. 2

HandlebarSupport .............................. 2

Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18......................... 2

Lower Handlebar................................. 1

Hex Screw,1/4-20 x 1/2, Self-Tap(A), 4 HexScrew, 1/4-20x1/2, Self-Tap(B)(O) 6

Panel................................................... 1

Decal,Model Name/Logo(A) ............... 1

Decal,Model Name/Logo(B) ............... 1

Decal,Model Name/Logo(C)............... 1

Bracket,Reverse ClutchCable(B)(C),, 1

CableAss'y, ReverseClutch (B)(C) ..... 1

Hex Nut,#10-24 .................................. 1

Decal,ReverseDrive Control (B)(C).... 1

CableTie (B)(C)................................... 1

_ 7

DRAWING/PARTS LIST NO. 3

REF. PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 1100004 Hex Screw,5/16-24 x 3/4,Grade5 (A),_ 1

1100005 Hex Screw, 5/16-24 x 1, Grade5 (B)(C) 1

2 9944 Belleville Washer................................... 1

3 55031 Transmission Pulley(A) ........................ 1

1916532 Transmission Pulley(13)(O)................... 1

4 9301 Key,Transmission Pulley, 3116x 1 ....... 1

5 50027 Support Washer,Front.......................... 1

6 9517 Snap Ring.............................................. 1

7 1714 Bearing,Tapered Roller (with race)....... 2

8 50043 Support Washer, Rear........................... 1

9 1904281 Drive ShaftAss'y ................................... 1

10 1224-1 Shim, RearBearingCap,,010" thick ..... A/R

1224-2 Shim, same as above,except

1224-3 Shim, same as above,except

1224-4 Shim, same as above,except

1325C Shim Set (IncL the following shims:

.030"thick......................................... AIR

,005"thick......................................... AIR

,062"thick ......................................... AIR

two #1224-1, two 1224-2,

one 1224-3, and one #1224-4) ......... A/R

(A) For Model 12227 (B) For Model 12209 (C) For Model 12210

AIR- As Required

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I Models 12209, 12210and12227

DRAWING NO. 4

FRONT

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9512

9511

1166-1 1166-2 1166-3

1166-4 1166-5 1086

Retainer,Snap Ring, "E" Type........... 2

Retainer,Snap Ring .......................... 4

Shim, 0,062" thick ............................. #JR

Shim, 0,030" thick ............................. #JR

Shim, 0,015" thick ............................. #JR

Shim, 0,010" thick ............................. #JR

Shim, 0,005" thick ............................. #JR

BronzeBushing ................................. 4

REF. PART

No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

5 55004 WheelShaft (A)................................. 1

1916741 WheelShaft (B)(C)............................ 1

6 9305 Key, Hi-Pro, 1/4 x1 ........................... 1

7 1132-2 Spacer............................................... 4

8 1904278 Worm Gear,Wheel Shaft................... 1

9 1915074 Tiller Shaft......................................... 1

10 1104 Woodruff Key.................................... 1

11 1904279 Worm Gear,Tiller Shaft..................... 1

(A) For Model 12227 (B) For Model 12209

#JR- As Required

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Models 12209, 12210 and 12227 I

DRAWING NO. 5

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9727 1186328

5 1916641001

5A 50074

6 50032 7 9617 8 9621

Plug,Transmission Oil Fill .................. 1

Hex Hd,flange Screw, 5116-18x 5/8,

Grade5 .......................................... 8

Front Cover, Transmission .................. 1

RearCover, Transmission ................... 1

Gasket,Housing Cover........................ 2

Oil Seal, Drive Shaft ............................ 1

Oil Seal,Wheel Shaft........................... 2

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9 1915084010 10 1909374 11 55011-1

55011-2 12 1916111001 13 1186331 14 1100044 15 1100242

Transmission Housing Ass'y............... 1

Oil Seal,Tine Shaft ............................. 2

BearingCap Gasket,.010"thick ......... 1

BearingCap Gasket,.030"thick .......... 1

RearBearingCap ............................... 1

Hex Hd,flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 .... 2

Hex Hd,flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 314.. 1

Lock Washer, 5116.............................. 1

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I Models 12209, 12210and12227

DRAWING NO. 6

ReverseClutchCable

_0 38

243_15

Forward Clutch CaNe

32 /

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Models 12209, 12210 and 12227 I

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 2

1917326001

1100242

1111696

1904557

1917128

9552

8 1186230

9 50027 10 1916795001 11 1138-2 12 9301

13 55035

1916531 14 1917746 15 1100005 16 1916794001

17 1100799 18 1916652001 19 1916726

20 9558 21 9090

22 1918744 23 1110108

Engine, Recoil Start............................. 1

Bracket BeltCover.............................. 1

Lock Washer, 5/16.............................. 6

Lock Washer, 5/16 (B)(C) ................... 7

Hex Hd.Screw, 5/16-24 x 1/2 ............ 2

Decal,Hot Surfaces Warning ............. 1

Belt Cover (Incl. Ref. 5)....................... 1

Hex Hd.FlangeScrew, Self-Tapping,

1/4-20 x 1/2 .................................... 7

Hex Nut, 5/16-18................................. 4

Support Washer .................................. 1

EngineBracket, Right.......................... 1

Shim ................................................... A/R

Key,3116"x 1"..................................... 1

Pulley, EngineDrive (A) ...................... 1

Pulley, EngineDrive (B)(C) ................. 1

Shoulder Washer ................................ 2

Hex Hd.Screw, 5116-24x 1 (B)(C) ..... 3

EngineBracket, Left ............................ 1

Hex Hd.Screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 .......... 4

Guard,BeltslPulleys............................ 1

ForwardBelt Guide (B)(C)................... 1

Hex Hd.Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-112............ 1

Forward Idler Pulley............................ 1

Forward Idler Lever............................. 1

Lock Nut, 3/8-16 ................................. 1

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

24 25 26

27 29 30 31

32 33 34 35 36

37 38 39 40

41 42 43 44 45 46

47 48

1107382 9929 55037

1916657 55034

1916658 9944 55031

1916532

1916117001

1900766

1186328

1100044

1107383

1916536

1918731

1916535

1111606

1110107

1916725

1916724

1108841 55036 55039

1100004

1100045

FlatWasher ......................................... 2

ForwardDrive Belt (A) ........................ 1

ForwardDrive Belt (B)(C).................... 1

ForwardReturn Spring........................ 1

ReverseDriveBelt (B)(C).................... 1

BellevilleWasher................................. 1

Transmission Pulley (A)...................... 1

Transmission Pulley (B)(C)................. 1

Bracket,Cable Mounting ..................... 1

Decal,Stabilization.............................. 1

HexHd, Screw, 5/16-18 x 5/8 ............. 4

HexHd, Screw, 5/16-18 x 314............. 1

ElatWasher, 3/8 .................................. 1

Bushing (B)(C).................................... 1

ReverseIdlerArm (B)(C) .................... 1

Pulley, ReverseIdler (B)(C) ................ 1

HexHd, Screw, 5/16-18 x 2 (B)(C) ..... 1

Lock Nut, 5/16-18 (B)(C) .................... 2

BeltGuide (B)(C) ................................ 1

ReverseReturnSpring (B)(C) ............. 1

Key,3/16°x 1-1/2". ............................. 1

Spacer(A)........................................... 1

ForwardBellGuide (A) ........................ 1

HexHd, Screw, 5/16-24 x 3/4 (A) ....... 2

HexHd, Screw, 5/16-18 x 1................ 1

(A) For Model 12227 (B) For Model 12209 (C) For Model 12210

AIR- As Required

* Contact your local authorizedengine service dealer for engine parts and

service, Referto your engine nameplatefor enginemodel/type number.

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I Models 12209, 12210and12227

DRAWING NO. 7

LEFTSIDE

SHAFT \'

4 / 1

FRONT/

FORWARD

WHEEL _!

i SHAFT

FRONT/

FORWARD

_ _IGHT SIDE

HoldTine WithBlunt EndTowardYou

LeftHand Tine

NOTE:identifyLeftand Right sidesof tiller bystandingin operatorpositionandfacing directionof forwardtravel

RightHandTine

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Models 12209, 12210 and 12227 I

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

9711 50049-01

1733398 9555 1901

50049-02

(A) For Model12227 (B) For Model12209 (C) For Model12210

HexHd, Screw, 3/8-16 x 1,Grade 5...... 16

Bolo Tine - Right Hand. Single tineused

on left side of tiller, (IncL two each

Refs,1 & 3) ....................................... 8

Hex Lock Nut, 3/8-16 ............................ 18

HexHd, Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-3/4.............. 2

Bolo Tine ReplacementSet (IncLeight

right handtines, eight left handtines

andrequired hardware ...................... 1

Bolo Tine - LeftHand, Single tine used

on right side of tiller. (Incl. two each

Refs,1 & 3) ....................................... 8

REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY.

8 9

1916747001 1915075001 1917486 1917487

55095-01 55095-02 9380 9338

Tine Holder(B)(C) ................................. 2

Tine Holder(A) ...................................... 2

Wheel & TireAss'y. (B)......................... 2

Wheel & TireAss'y. (C)......................... 2

Wheel & TireAss'y. - Left Side (A) ....... 1

Wheel & TireAss'y. - Right Side(A) ..... 1

Clevis Pin, ,312" x 1-314",...................... 2

HairPin Cotter....................................... 2

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CUSTOMERSERVICEINFORMATION

OwnerRegistrationCard

Pleasefill out and mail the enclosed owner registration card, The purpose of this card is

to register eachunit at thefactory so that we canprovide you with warranty benefits and

informational bulletins.

Warranty Service Thewarranty statementisincluded in the unit'sliterature

package.

Model/Serial Numbers

A Model/Serial Numbers decal is located on top of the trans- mission. Forready reference,record thesenumbers in the spacesbelow.

Dateof Purchase: Model Number: Serial Number:

AuthorizedDealer Information

If you purchasedyour unit from an authorizeddealer, record

the dealer'saddressand phonenumber below for readyrefer- ence;

DealerName: Address: Phone:

IMPORTANT:

Leftandrightsides ofthe unitare determinedby standing

behindthe unit, inthe operator'sposition,andfacing in the

directionofforward travel.

CustomerServiceandTechnical Service

If you havequestionsor problems with the unit, contact your localdealer or the factory. (Whencalling or writing, provide the Model/Serial Numbersof the unit.)

ReplacementParts

Factoryspecified replacementparts are availablefrom your authorizeddealeror

directly from the factory. When ordering parts, be sureto providethe following:

• Model/Serial Numbers of the unit.

• Partnumber of thepart needed.

• Part Description.

• Quantityneeded. NOTE:All replacementparts must conform to our rigid quality

specifications. Although somereplacementparts we provide may vary slightly in shape,color or texture from the original

parts, anyvariations will not affect the fit or performance of

these parts onyour unit.

EngineServiceandRepair

Forengine serviceor repair, contactyour nearestauthorized enginedealer (look in the Yellow Pagesunder "Engines-Gasoline"). _/_

The engine iswarranted by the engine man- _q___?_S/

ufacturer. Any unauthorizedwork performed on the engine during the warranty period may void this warranty. Forcomplete details onthe engine

warranty, refer to the engine owner manual.

NOTICE:

We reservetheright tochangespecifications,add

improvementsor discontinuethemanufactureof anyof our

equipmentwithoutnotice or obligationto purchasersof our

equipment.

Forcustomerassistance,contactyour nearestauthorizeddealer or."

GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED • 1 GardenWay • Troy, NewYork 12180

CustomerService:1-800-437-8686 • TechnicalService:1-800-520-5520 • PartsService:1-800-648-6776

• FAX:(518) 233-4622 • WEBSITE:www.troybilt.com

CustomerService:(518)233-4807 • TechnicalService:(518) 233-4808 • PartsService:(518)233-4806 • FAX(518) 233-4622

We urge using only genuine replacement parts, which meet all the latest requirements. Replacement parts

manufactured by others could present safety hazards, even thoughthey may fit on the unit.

Outsidethe United Statesand Canada:

Troy-Bilt 12210 Super Bronco, 12209 Bronco, 12227 Tuffy Owner's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual