Troy-Bilt 645A User Manual
Operator’s Manual
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester
for the muffler is available by contacting the service department at Troy-Bilt LLC, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
IMPORTANT:READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. BOX 361131, CLEVELAND, OH 44136-0019
PRINTED IN USA FROM NO. 769-00585A
(01/2003)
Rear-tine Tiller Models
644H—Bronco
TM
645A—Bronco
TM
Model 644H Shown (bumper syles vary)
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
Content Page
Calling Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Features and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Off-Season Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Warrany Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
FINDING MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new Rear-tineTiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and
maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. This information is very important if you need help from our Customer
Support Department or an authorized dealer.
• You can locate the model number by looking at the rear surface of the tine shield. A sample model plate is
explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment
in the space below
ENGINE INFORMATION
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual packed separately with your unit for more information.
CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance
of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department.
Call
1- (330) 558-7220 or 1- (866) 840-6483 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have
your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this
information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call ..
Copy Model Number Here
www.troybilt.com
TROY-BILT LLC
P. O. BOX
CLEVELAND, OH 44136
330-558-7220
866-840-6483
361131
Copy Serial Number Here
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Training
1. Carefully read this
Owner’s Manual, the
separate Engine Owner’s
Manual, and any other literature you may
receive. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the tiller
and its engine. Know how to stop the unit
and disengage the controls quickly.
2. Never allow children to operate the
tiller. Never allow adults to operate the
tiller without proper instruction.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly children and pets.
4. Keep in mind that the operator or user
is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people, their property,
and themselves.
Preparation
1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the
tiller is to be used and remove all foreign
objects.
2. Be sure all tiller controls are released
and both wheels are in the Wheel Drive
position before starting the engine.
3. Do not operate the tiller without
wearing adequate outer garments. Avoid
loose garments or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts.
4. Do not operate the tiller when barefoot
or wearing sandals, sneakers, or light
footwear. Wear protective footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
5. Do not till near underground electric
cables, telephone lines, pipes or hoses. If
in doubt, contact your telephone or utility
company.
6. Warning: Handle fuel with care; it is
highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive. Be sure to take the following
precautions:
a. Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose.
b. The gas cap shall never be removed
or fuel added while the engine is
running. Allow the engine to cool
for several minutes before adding
fuel.
c. Keep matches, cigarettes, cigars,
pipes, open flames, and sparks
away from the fuel tank and fuel
container.
d. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme
care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
Use a funnel or spout to prevent
spillage.
e. Replace all fuel tank and container
caps securely.
f. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to
start the engine, but move the
machine away from the area of
spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
7. Never make adjustments when engine
is running (unless recommended by
manufacturer).
Operation
1. Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. The tines begin to rotate
once the engine starts and the Forward
Clutch Bail (or Reverse Clutch Control) is
engaged.
2. Exercise extreme caution when on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do
not carry passengers.
3. After striking a foreign object, stop the
engine, remove the wire from the spark
plug and prevent it from touching the
spark plug, thoroughly inspect the
machine for any damage, and repair the
damage before restarting and operating
the machine.
4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or
falling.
5. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine, disconnect the
spark plug wire and prevent it from
touching the spark plug, and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
6. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire and prevent it from touching
the spark plug whenever you leave the
operating position, before unclogging the
tines, or when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.
Section
Safety
SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES
Under California 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 effective working order.
The engine on the unit is an internal combustion engine which burns gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel, and must be equipped with a
spark arrester muffler in continuous effective working order. The spark arrester must be attached to the engine exhaust system in
such a manner that flames or heat from the system will not ignite flammable material. Failure of the owner/operator of the unit to
comply with this regulation is a misdemeanor 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 local fire marshal or forest service for specific information
about which regulations apply in your area.
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7. Take all possible precautions when
leaving the machine unattended. Stop the
engine. Disconnect spark plug wire and
move it away from the spark plug. Be
sure both wheels are in the Wheel Drive
position.
8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine and make certain all
moving parts have stopped. Disconnect
the spark plug wire and prevent it from
touching the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
9. The flap on the tine hood must be
down when operating the tiller.
10. Never use the tiller unless proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective
devices are in place.
11. Do not run engine in an enclosed
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide gas, a deadly poison that is
odorless, colorless, and tasteless.
12. Keep children and pets away.
13. Never operate the tiller under
engine power if the wheels are in the
Freewheel position. In the Freewheel
position, the wheels will not hold the
tiller back and the revolving tines could
propel the tiller rapidly, possibly
causing loss of control.
Always engage
the wheels with the wheel drive pins in
the Wheel Drive position before starting
the engine or engaging the tines/wheels
with the Forward Clutch Bail or the
Reverse Clutch Control .
14. Be aware that the tiller may unexpectedly bounce upward or jump backward
and be propelled toward you if the tines
should strike extremely hard packed soil,
frozen ground, or buried obstacles like
large stones, roots, or stumps. If in doubt
about the tilling conditions, always use
the following operating precautions to
assist you in maintaining control of the
tiller:
a. Walk behind and to one side of the
tiller, using one hand on the handlebars. Relax your arm, but use a
secure hand grip.
b. Use a deep depth regulator
setting.
c. Use slower engine speeds.
d. Clear the tilling area of all large
stones, roots and other debris.
e. Avoid using downward pressure
on handlebars. If need be, use
slight upward pressure to keep the
tines from digging too deeply.
f. Before contacting hard packed soil
at the end of a row, reduce engine
speed and lift handlebars to raise
tines out of the soil.
g. In an emergency, stop tines and
wheels by releasing whichever
clutch control is engaged. Do not
attempt to restrain the tiller.
15.
Do not overload the tiller’s capacity
by attempting to till too deeply at too fast
a rate.
16. Never operate the tiller at high
transport speeds on slippery surfaces.
Look behind and use great care when
backing up.
17. Do not operate the tiller on a slope
that is too steep for safety. When on
slopes, slow down and make sure you
have good footing. Never permit the tiller
to freewheel down slopes.
18. Never allow bystanders near the unit.
19. Only use attachments and acces-
sories that are approved by the manufacturer of the tiller.
20. Use tiller attachments and accessories when recommended.
21. Never operate the tiller without good
visibility or light.
22. Never operate the tiller if you are
tired, or under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or medication.
23. Operators shall not tamper with the
engine-governor settings on the machine;
the governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed to protect the engine and
all moving parts from damage caused by
overspeed. Authorized service shall be
sought if a problem exists.
24. Do not touch engine parts which may
be hot from operation. Let parts cool
down sufficiently.
25. Please remember: You can always
stop the tines and wheels by releasing the
Forward Clutch control or the Reverse
Clutch control (whichever control you
have engaged), or by moving the throttle
control lever on the engine to “OFF” or
“STOP”.
26. To load or unload the tiller, see the
instructions in Section 4 of this Manual.
27. Use extreme caution when reversing
or pulling the machine towards you.
28. Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from
the tines.
29. Never pick up or carry a machine
while the engine is running.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Keep the tiller, attachments and accessories in safe working condition.
2. Check all nuts, bolts, and screws at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
3. Never store the tiller with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present such as hot water
and space heaters, furnaces, clothes
dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.).
Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
4. To reduce the chances of a fire hazard,
keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or
excessive grease.
5. Store gasoline in a cool, well-ventilated
area, safely away from any spark- or
flame-producing equipment. Store
gasoline in an approved container, safely
away from the reach of children.
6. Refer to the Maintenance sections of
this Manual and the separate Engine
Owner’s Manual for instructions if the
tiller is to be stored for an extended
period.
7. Never perform maintenance while the
engine is running or the spark plug wire
is connected, except when specifically
instructed to do so.
8. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do
this outdoors.
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Section 1: Safety
Section 1: Safety
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Decals
For your safety and the safety of others,
various safety and operational decals are
located on your unit (see Figure 1 below).
Keep the decals clean and legible at all
times. Contact your local service dealer
or the factory for replacements if any
decals are damaged or missing.
Refer to the separate parts catalog for
decal locations, part numbers and
ordering instructions.
Forward Clutch Control
Operating Instruction
Reverse Clutch Control
Operating Instruction
Warning Messages
on tine hood
Hot Surfaces
Warning on belt cover
Starting Stabilization
Message on engine
Figure 1: Location of Safety and Operating Decals (Model 644H shown).
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY:
• READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL.
• KNOW LOCATIONS AND FUNCTIONS OF ALL CONTROLS.
• KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE AND WORKING.
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNINSTRUCTED ADULTS TO OPERATE TILLER.
• SHUT OFF ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE MANUALLY UNCLOGGING TINES OR MAKING REPAIRS.
• KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM MACHINE.
• KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING PARTS.
• USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REVERSING OR PULLING THE MACHINE TOWARDS YOU.
WARNING
Operating Symbols
Various symbols (shown here, with word
descriptions) are used on the tiller and engine
(your unit may not have all of the symbols).
FAST
SLOW
CHOKE
ON
CHOKE
OFF
STOP
REVERSE
R
ROTATING
TINES
BAIL
ENGAGED
BAIL
DISENGAGED
TILLER DIRECTION
LEVER DIRECTION
STOP
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WARNING
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 operating instructions in this manual.
Introduction
Carefully follow these assembly steps to
correctly prepare your tiller for use. It is
recommended that you read this Section
in its entirety before beginning assembly.
NOTE: Engine syles vary by model. The
engine on your tiller may appear differently than those shown in illustrations
and Figures throughout this manual.
Inspect unit
Inspect the unit and carton for damage
immediately after delivery. Contact the
carrier (trucking company) if you find or
suspect damage. Inform them of the
damage and request instructions for filing
a claim. To protect your rights, put your
claim in writing and mail a copy to the
carrier within 15 days after the unit has
been delivered.
STEP 1: Unpacking Instructions
1. Remove any cardboard inserts and
packaging material from the carton.
Remove any staples from the bottom of
the carton and then lift the carton up and
off the unit.
2. The tiller is heavy and you should not
attempt to remove it from the shipping
platform until the handlebars are
installed. The procedure for removing the
tiller is explained in Step 3 of these
assembly steps.
NOTE: Be careful not to severely bend any
of the control cables on the unit.
3. Remove all unassembled parts and
the separate hardware bag from the
carton. Check that you have the items
listed below (contact your local dealer or
the factory if any items are missing or
damaged). NOTE: Use the screw length
template (Fig. 2-1) to identify screws.
Loose Parts List
Qty. Description
1 Handlebar Support (see A, Fig. 2-2,
page 7)
1 Handlebar Assembly
(see K, Fig. 2-2)
The following items are in the
hardware bag:
1 Slotted hd. screw, #10-24 x 2"
1 Hex hd. screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
6 Curved hd. screw, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"
2 Hex hd. screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4"
2 Flat washer, 3/8"
6 Split lockwasher, 5/16"
1 Hex locknut, 1/4"-20
6 Hex nut, 5/16"-18
2 Hex locknut, 3/8"-16
1 Hex nut, #10-24
1 Spring, cable (see W, Fig. 2-5,
page 8)
1 Bracket, forward clutch cable (see
P, Fig. 2-5, page 8)
1 Bracket, reverse clutch cable (see
BB, Fig. 2-8, page 9).
IMPORTANT: Motor oil must be added to
the engine crankcase before the engine
is started. Follow the instructions in this
“Assembly” section.
NOTE: LEFT and RIGHT sides of the tiller
are as viewed from the operator’s
position behind the handlebars.
Tools/Materials Needed for
Assembly
(1) 3/8” open-end wrench*
(2) 7/16" open-end wrench*
(1) 1/2" open-end wrench*
(2) 9/16" open-end wrench*
(1) Large adjustable wrench
(1) Scissors (to trim plastic ties)
(1) Ruler (for belt tension check)
(1) Block of wood (to support tiller
when removing wheels)
(1) Automotive-type air pressure gauge
(1) Clean oil funnel
(1) Clean, high-quality engine oil. Refer
to the Engine Owner Manual for
engine oil specifications and quantity
required. Do not overfill.
* Adjustable wrenches may be used.
Section
Assembly
Figure 2-1: To identify length of screw,
place screw on template as shown and
measure distance between bottom of screw
head and tip of screw.
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1
1
2
2
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Section 2: Assembly
STEP 2: Attach Handlebar
1. Attach the two legs of the handlebar
support (A, Fig. 2-2) loosely to the inner
sides of the tiller frame using two 3/8"-16
x 3/4" hex hd. screws (B), 3/8" flat
washers (C) and 3/8"-16 hex locknuts (D).
2. Using the middle holes in the handlebar
support brackets (E and F, Fig. 2-2),
loosely attach the support brackets to the
handlebar support (A) using two 5/16"-18
x 1-1/2" curved hd. screws (G), 5/16" split
lockwashers (H) and 5/16"-18 hex nuts (I).
NOTE: If a support bracket will not move,
loosen attaching screw (J) and nut.
3. Attach the handlebar assembly (K) to
the handlebar support (A) using four
5/16"-18 x 1-1/2" curved hd. screws (G),
5/16" split lockwashers (H) and 5/16"-18
hex nuts (I). Tighten the four screws
securely.
4. Tighten all handlebar mounting
hardware securely.
STEP 3: Move Tiller Off Shipping
Platform
To move the tiller without the engine
running, put the wheels in their
FREEWHEEL position, as described below.
1. Use a sturdy block to raise one wheel
off the ground.
2. Remove the hairpin cotter (L, Fig. 2-3)
and wheel drive pin (M). Slide the wheel
inward on the wheel shaft (N). Reinstall
the wheel drive pin and hairpin cotter
through the wheel shaft only (not through
the wheel hub). Repeat with the other
wheel.
3. Using the handlebar as a lever, roll the
tiller to a flat area.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the engine,
the wheels must be placed in their WHEEL
DRIVE position (pins through wheel hubs
and wheel shaft). This procedure is
described in “Wheel Drive Pins” in
Section 3.
Fig. 2-2: Attach handlebar.
G
G
H
A
I
H
F
E
I
H
I
B
C
G
K
J
D
Fig. 2-3: Wheel in FREEWHEELING
position (wheel drive pin through wheel
shaft only).
M
N
L
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Section 2: Assembly
STEP 4: Install Forward Clutch Cable
1. Place the forward clutch cable bracket
(P, Fig. 2-4) on the handlebar support (A).
Attach the cable bracket using a 1/4"-20 x
1-1/4" hex hd. screw (R, Fig. 2-4) and
1/4"-20 hex locknut (S). Tighten securely.
2. Carefully unwrap the forward clutch
cable (the cable without a knob attached to
it) from its shipping position and slide the
thin cable wire (T, Fig. 2-4) into the slot in
the cable bracket. Push the cable connector
(U, Fig. 2-4) up through the hole in the
bracket until the groove in the connector
snaps into place on the bracket.
3. Insert the #10-24 x 2" slotted hd. screw
(V, Fig. 2-5) down into the cable spring
(W). The threaded end of the screw will
extend from the bottom of the spring.
4. Thread the #10-24 hex nut (Z) on the
slotted head screw (V). Thread it halfway up.
5. Thread screw (V) into cable adjuster (X).
6. Hook cable spring (W, Fig. 2-6) into “V”-
shaped bend in the forward clutch bail (Y).
7. Lift and hold the Forward Clutch bail
against the handlebar. See Fig. 2-7.
8. Measure the length of the cable spring
between the ends of the coils (Fig. 2-7).
The length should be approximately 1-7/8".
If the length is correct, turn the #10-24 hex
nut (Z) down tightly against the cable
adjuster (X) while holding the adjuster in
place. See Figure 2-7. If the length is
incorrect, you must make an adjustment to
the cable tension as described in
“Checking and Adjusting Forward Drive
Belt Tension” in Section 5. When the
spring length is correct, tighten the hex nut
(Z) against the cable adjuster (X).
STEP 5: Install Reverse Clutch
Cable
1. Remove the two pre-installed self-tapping
screws (AA, Fig. 2-8) from the handlebars.
2. Position the reverse cable mounting
bracket (BB, Fig. 2-8) as shown and
reinstall the two self-tapping screws.
3. Unwrap the reverse clutch cable (the
cable with a knob and a large hex nut
attached to it) from around its shipping
position and route the cable (CC, Fig. 2-8
and Fig. 2-9) up to the cable bracket (BB,
Fig. 2-8). Be sure that the cable goes
beneath the Forward Clutch Bail as it is
routed up to the cable bracket.
Fig. 2-5: Assemble
spring and adjuster.
V
Z
X
W
Fig. 2-6: Install forward clutch cable.
Fig. 2-4: Installing forward clutch cable bracket and cable.
Fig. 2-7: Measure cable spring.
5
P
R
S
T
Y
W
U
A
Hold bail against handlebar
while measuring spring
Z
X
4
3
2
1
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Section 2: Assembly
Fig. 2-8: Install reverse cable mounting
bracket and the reverse clutch cable.
4. Insert the cable up through the slot in
the cable bracket and position the
threaded assembly as shown in Fig. 2-8.
Make sure that the flat side of the
threaded assembly is aligned with the flat
side of the mounting hole. Slide the large
hex nut (DD) up the cable and tighten it
securely.
5. Use a cable tie (EE, Fig. 2-9) to fasten
the reverse clutch cable to the left side
handlebar.
6. Test the function of the reverse clutch
cable by pulling the knob out and
releasing it. The knob should return to its
neutral position (resting against bracket)
when it is released. If it doesn’t, contact
your local dealer or the factory for
technical assistance.
STEP 6: Check Level of
Transmission Gear Oil
The transmission was filled with gear oil
at the factory. However, you should check
the gear oil level to make certain it is
correct.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the tiller if
the gear oil level is low. Doing so will
result in severe damage to the transmission components.
1. Put the tiller on level ground. Pull the
Depth Regulator Lever (FF, Fig. 2-10)
back and then adjust it up or down to the
notch that makes the tiller level.
2. Remove the oil fill plug (GG, Fig. 2-11)
from the transmission housing and look
into the oil fill hole. You will see the main
drive shaft on one side of the hole.
3. The gear oil level is correct if the gear
oil is approximately halfway up the side of
the drive shaft.
4. If the gear oil level is low, add gear oil
by referring to “A. To Check the Transmission Gear Oil Level” in Section 5.
STEP 7: Add Motor Oil to Engine
The tiller is shipped without oil in the
engine.
IMPORTANT:
Do not start the engine
without first adding motor oil. Severe
engine damage will result if the engine is
run without oil.
1. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual
(supplied with tiller) for engine oil specifications and capacities.
2. With the tiller on level ground, pull the
Depth Regulator Lever (FF, Fig. 2-10)
back and then slide it up or down as
necessary until the engine is level.
3. Add motor oil as described in the
Engine Owner’s Manual.
4. Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the
way down until the highest notch is
engaged. This places the tines in the
“travel” position.
STEP 8: Check Hardware for
Tightness
Check all nuts and screws for tightness.
CC
AA
AA
BB
Flat Side
DD
Fig. 2-9: Route reverse clutch cable (CC) as
shown. Attach to handlebar with cable tie
(EE).
CC
EE
Fig. 2-11: Remove gear oil fill plug.
Fig. 2-10: Adjust Depth Regulator Lever.
FF
GG
STEP 9: Check Air Pressure in
Tires)
Use a tire pressure gauge to check the air
pressure in both tires. Deflate or inflate
both tires equally to 15-to-20 PSI
(pounds per square inch). Be sure that
both tires are inflated equally or the unit
will pull to one side.
IMPORTANT: This completes the
assembly steps. Before operating your
tiller, make sure you read the following
Sections in this Manual, as well as the
separate Engine Owner’s Manual:
• Section 1: “Safety”
• Section 3: “Features and Controls”
• Section 4: “Operation”
Wheel Drive Pins
Each wheel is equipped with a Wheel
Drive Pin (A, Figures 3-2 and 3-3) that
secures the wheel to the wheel shaft (B).
The wheels can be positioned in either a
WHEEL DRIVE or a FREEWHEEL mode.
Before starting the engine, put both
wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position by
inserting the Wheel Drive Pins through
the wheel hubs and the wheel shaft. This
“locks” the wheels to the wheel shaft,
causing the wheels to turn when either
the Forward Clutch Bail or the Reverse
Clutch Control is engaged.
Use the FREEWHEEL mode only when the
engine is not running. In FREEWHEEL,
the Wheel Drive Pins are placed only
through the holes in the wheel shaft (not
the wheel hubs), thus allowing the wheels
to turn freely when the tiller is pushed or
pulled by hand.
To Place the Wheels in WHEEL DRIVE or
FREEWHEEL:
1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire from the spark plug and allow
the engine to cool.
2. Raise one wheel off the ground and
place a sturdy support under the
transmission.
3. Remove the wheel drive pin (A,
Figures 3-2 and 3-3) by removing the
hairpin cotter (C).
WARNING
Never allow either of the
wheels to be in the
FREEWHEEL position when
the engine is running. Always
put both wheels in the WHEEL
DRIVE position before starting
the engine.
Failure to comply could cause
loss of tiller control, property
damage, or personal injury.
WARNING
Do not place the tiller on its
side when changing the wheel
drive positions as doing so
could result in gasoline
leaking from the fuel tank.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal
injury or property damage.
WARNING
Before operating your
machine, carefully read and
understand all safety, controls
and operating instructions in
this Manual, the separate
Engine Owner’s Manual, and
on the decals on the machine.
Failure to follow these
instructions can result in
serious personal injury.
Section
Features and Controls
Figure 3-1: Features and controls.
Wheel Drive Pin
(on each wheel)
Forward
Clutch Bail
Reverse Clutch
Control
Depth Regulator
Anti-Reverse Stake
Handlebar Height
Adjustment
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Introduction
This section describes the locations and
functions of the controls on your tiller.
Refer to the next section (“Operation”)
for detailed operating instructions.
Practice using these controls, with the
engine shut off, until you understand the
operation of the controls and feel
confident with each of them.
IMPORTANT: Refer to the separate
engine manufacturer’s Engine Owner’s
Manual for information about the
controls on the engine.
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Section 3: Features and Controls
4. FOR WHEEL DRIVE mode (Figure 3-2):
Slide the wheel outward and align the
holes in the wheel hub (D, Figure 3-2))
and the wheel shaft (B). Insert the wheel
drive pin (A) through the wheel hub and
the wheel shaft. Secure the wheel drive
pin with the hairpin cotter (C) by pushing
the hairpin cotter in as far as it will go.
Repeat for the other wheel and then
remove the support from beneath the
transmission.
5. FOR FREEWHEEL mode (Figure 3-3):
Slide the wheel inward and insert the
wheel drive pin (A, Figure 3-3) only
through the hole in the wheel shaft (B).
Secure the wheel drive pin with the
hairpin cotter (C) by pushing the hairpin
cotter in as far as it will go. Repeat for the
other wheel and then remove the support
from beneath the transmission.
Forward Clutch Bail
The Forward Clutch Bail (E, Figure 3-4)
controls the engagement of forward drive
to the wheels and power to the tines.
NOTE: The wheels will rotate in a forward
direction; the tines will rotate counterclockwise (backward toward the operator).
To Operate the Forward Clutch Bail:
1. Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE
position (see the following “WARNING”
statement).
2. Lift and hold the bail against the
handlebar. The wheels and tines will
rotate– and the tiller will move in a
forward direction.
3. Release the bail to disengage (stop)
the wheels and tines. Forward tiller motion
will stop (the engine will continue to run).
Reverse Clutch Control
The Reverse Clutch Control (F, Figure 3-4)
controls the engagement of reverse drive
to the wheels and tines. This powered
reversing feature is used for maneuvering
the tiller only – never engage the tines in
the ground while going in the reverse
direction.
To Operate the Reverse Clutch Control:
1. Operate only when the wheels are in
the WHEEL DRIVE position (see the
“WARNING” statement at the left).
2. Stop all tiller motion by releasing the
Forward Clutch Bail.
3. Lift up the handlebar until the tines
clear the ground, look behind you to avoid
any obstacles, and then pull the reverse
clutch control knob toward you. The
wheels will rotate in a reverse direction.
4. Release the reverse clutch control
knob to disengage (stop) the wheels and
tines. All reverse motion will stop (the
engine will continue to run).
Figure 3-2: WHEEL DRIVE position.
A
B
D
C
Figure 3-3: FREEWHEEL position.
Figure 3-4: Forward Clutch Bail (E) and Reverse
Clutch Control (F).
A
E
F
B
D
C
WARNING
Before starting the engine, be
sure that both wheels are in
the WHEEL DRIVE position.
See “Wheel Drive Pins” for
instructions.
Engaging the Forward Clutch
Bail or the Reverse Clutch
Control when the wheels are
not in the WHEEL DRIVE
position could allow the tines
to rapidly propel the tiller
forward or backward.
Failure to comply could cause
loss of tiller control, property
damage, or personal injury.
WARNING
• Use extreme caution when
reversing or pulling the
machine towards you. Look
behind to avoid obstacles.
• Never attempt to till in
reverse.
Failure to follow this warning
could result in personal injury
or property damage.
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