Troy-Bilt Econo-Horse, Pony, Junior Owner's/operator's Manual

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Owner/Operator Manual

ECONO·HORSETM PONY

Model

- Safety

- Assembly

- Controls

- Operation

Maintenance

®&

Tillers

JUNIOR

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TABLE

CONTENTS

SECTION 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .4

Safety Alert Symbol .4 Training .4 Preparation .4 Operation .4 Maintenance and Storage 6 Decals 6

SECTION 2: EASY ASSEMBLY 7

SECTION 3: TILLER AND ENGINE

Tiller Controls 18

Engine Controls 22

SECTIO N 4: OPERATION OF TILLER 24

Be To Begin Tilling 25 Turning Around 25 Stopping the Tiller and Engine 25 Changing Speeds (Econo-Horss only) 26

Tilling in the Garden 27

CONTROLS

Wheel Gear Lever (Econo-Horse Wheel Drive Pins (Junior only) 19 Forw

ard

Clutch 20 Maneuvering Clutch 20 Depth Regulator 21 Handlebar Height Adjustment 21

Starting Your Engine 22 Starting the Electric Start Engine

With the Recoil Starter Rope 23

Stopping the Engine 23

for

e Starting 25

Change

To To Change from HIGH Speed to LOW 27

Guiding Your Tiller. 27 Tilling Depths 27 Tilling Patterns 28 Choosing Wheel and Tine Speeds 29 Avoid Making Footprints 29 Clearing Debris from the Tine Area 29 Power Use Reverse to Turn in Tight Areas 30 Tilling Near Obstacles 30 Tilling Up and Down Slopes 31 Tilling Across Slopes Using Terraces 31 Tilling Across Slopes Without Terraces 32 Loading and Unloading the Tiller 32

from LOW Speed to HIGH 26

Comp

osting 30

& Pony) 18

SECTION 5: TILLER AND ENGINE MAINTEN ANCE.

Lubrication , 33 Check for Oil Leaks 34 Tightening Nuts and Bolts , 34 Checking, Adding or Chang ing

Gear

Transmission To Check the Transmission

Gear Oil Level 34

To Add Gear Oil to the

Transmission 35

To Drain and Refill the

Transmission 35 Checking Engine Oil Level 35 Changing Engine Oil 36 Air Cleaner Service 36 Spark Plug Maintenance 37 Ignition System Maintenance 37 Air Cooling System Maintenance 37 Bolo Tines 37

Removing Bolo Tine Assemblies 38 Removing Individu al Bolo Tines 38

Checking Tension on the Drive Belts 38

Forward Drive Belt Tension 39

Reverse Drive Belt Tension 39 Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension 39 Removing Forward Drive Bel Installing Forward Drive Belt .. .41 Removing Reverse Drive Belt.. .42 Installing Reverse Drive Adjusting Reverse Drive Belt Tension .43 Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment .43 Engine Throttle Cable Adjustment .44

Off-Season Storage .44 Troubleshoot Electric Start System .45

Starter Motor Won't Ignition Switch Doesn't Stop Engine 46

Battery Care and Maintenance .47

Care in Service .47

Battery Storage .47 Carburetor Adjustment .47 Specifications .48 Recommended Maintenance Intervals .49

INDEX REFERENCE 52

Oil 34

t..

BelL

Turn Over .45

.41

.42

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TO THE OWNER:

Congratulations on the purchase of your new tiller! The ECONO-HORSE'" Model, the PONY® Model and the JUNIOR ® Model, along with the rest of the TROY-BILT®models, make up the finest family of tillers available anywhere.

The ECONO-HORSE'" , PONY® and JUNIOR®Tillers are covered in this manual. They have many features in common, but there are substant ial differences too, and where differences occur, they are so noted. Your new tiller is basically a simple machine to operate. However, as with all new equipment, you should thoroughly read and understand this Owner/Operator Manual and any other product literature you received before you operate your tiller. Then,you should practice operating the tiller controls

and maneuvering the tiller in a safe area until you feel very comfortable using the tiller.

Your tiller was designed with the tines in the rear and the engine up front. This design, first perfected in the larger Horse Model tiller, gives a superb balance combination which allows you to easily chop up, shred, and bury all sorts of vegetation and organic matter directly into your garden's soil.

This is a rugged, dependable machine that will give you many years of use if properly maintained. You can ensure long-lasting performance from your tiller by following the operating and maintenance procedures in this manual and in the other literature sent to you.

Thank you,

afJ

edJ.

Dean Leith, Jr., Sales Manager

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To help you as quickly as possible when you write or call for parts or service assistance, we'll need to know your tiller's serial number. This number tells us when your tiller was made and

what features it has.

The arrow in the graphic to the right points to the top of the transmission where the serial number is located. For your convenience and ready

reference, please enter the serial number below

and check the model you've purchased.

My Tiller Model Is:

o Econo-Horse 0 Pony

My Engine Make Is: _

o Junior

o Recoil Start 0 Electric Key Start

The Tiller Serial Number Is:

00000000

eli

ver

Date of Tiller

y:,

A CAUTION

AVOID

•

READ

THE

OWNER/DPERATOR

•

KNOW CONTROLS.

•

KEEPALL IN

•

NEVERALLOWCHILOREN STRUCTED

•

SHUT SPARK

TINESOR

•

KEEP CHINE KEEP

•

LOCATION

SAFETY

PLACE.

ADULTSTOOPERATE

OFF

ENGINE

PLUG

MAKING

BYSTANDERS

AWAY

FROM

WIRE

INJURY:

AND

DEVICES

AND

BEFORE

REPAIRS.

ROTATING

FUNCT

AWAY

IONOFALL

ANO

ORUNIN-

DISCONNECT

UNCLOGGING

FROM

PART

MANUAL.

SHIELDS

TILLER.

MA·

AWARNING TO ALL CALIFORNIA AND OTHER POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

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 covered, brush covered, or grass covered land, or on land covered with grain, hay, or other flammable agricultural crop, without an engine spark arrester in continuous effective working orde

The engine on your power equipment, like most outdoor power equipment, is an internal combustion engine that burns gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel. Therefore, your power equipment 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 equipment to comply with this regulation is a misdemeanor under California law, and may also be a violation of other state and/or fe regulations, laws, ordinances, or codes. Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information about what regulations apply in your area.

der

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ENGINE SERVICE

If your tiller engine ever needs service or repair, contact your nearest Briggs Tecumseh Service Dealer.

To find the nearest Service Dealer, look in the Yell ow "Engines- Gasoline", or "Gasoline Engines."

If you have problems getting engine service or

parts locally, let us know so we can provide you with the name of the nearest Service Dealer.

Page

s of your ph one

& Stratton or

book

under

QUESTIONS OR PROBLEMS?

1. Check The answer to your question or problem may be in this Manual. Refer to the index at the back of this Manual to find the listing that concerns your problem. Turn to that page and read the information provided.

this

OwnerlOperator Manual:

For Fa

In the U.S.A.:

Technical Service 1-800-833-6990 Parts Orders 1-800-648-6776 Customer Service 1·800-437-8686

In Canada:

Local only (416 Area Code) 624-8423 From Ontario and Quebec 1-800-387-3351 From Western Canada

est Service, Use The Toll-Free Numbers Below

& the Maritimes 1-800-387-3316

2. Call or write to us: If you can't find the answer to your question or

problem in this Manual, please call us or write to us. One of our helpful, friendly tiller experts will gladly help you. Be sure to include your tiller model name and the serial number of your tiller.

3. If you need a part:

Call or write to our Parts Department (see the

Toll-Free telephone number below). Please have your tiller model name and serial number at hand. Use the Parts Catalog to find the part number Remember that you can purchase many of the common hardware items at your local hardware store as well as ordering them from us.

and quantity of the part you need.

Our H

In the U.S.A. InCanada

Mon - Fri.- 8 A.M. to 7 P.M. Mon - Fr

Saturday- 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.

If you w

TROY-BILTMfg. Co. Garden Way Canada, Inc. 102nd S

Troy, New York 12180 Mississauga. Ontario L4W 2P5

IF YOU NOTICE any freight damage or missing parts, either at the time of delivery or later during assembly, make sure that you put it in writing, within 15 days, and send your letter to the shipper to confirm that you intend to file a claim.Tell thedriver, or inform the truck terminal, that you intend to file a written claim. They will advise you as to how to proceed. HOWEVER, if you have any problems with this procedure, please call us so that we can help you get satisfaction.

ould

In the U.S.A. In Canada

our

s are (Eastern Standard Time):

rather

& 9th Ave. 1

writ

e to us, our mailing addresses are:

IMPOR

8 A.M. to 5 P.M.

5 Matheson Blvd.•Unit B11

TANT!

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Section

Safety

Instructions

Your TROY-BILT Model Tiller has been designed w

anyother piece of powered equipment, the operator

rso

times. Failure to do so could result in pe

Before assembling , operating or the

of O please call us'at one of the numbers listed on page 3 of this manual.

lows the Safety Instructions. Always use

safety instructions found in this Owner / Operator Manual, in the separate Engine

wner's

If you ever lend yo

Manual, and in any ot

tiller

to so meone, make sure that he or she reads, understands, and

her

servicing

literature

nal

the

you

your

tiller carefully and keep safety in mind.

ith

many safety features. However, as w

mustfollow

injury

or damagetothe

tiller

or its engine, care

may receive. If

safe operating practices at all

you

A SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. This symbol is used to alert you to

.. symbol, carefully read and follow its safety message. Failure to do so can

result in personal injury or property damage.

TRAINI NG

1. Carefully read this Owner/Operator 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. Let adults operate the tiller only if instructed properly.

3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons (particularly children) and pets.

PREPARATION

1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller is to be used and remove all foreign objects.

2. Be sure all control levers are released and the ECONO-HORSE or PONY Model Wheel Gear Lever is in "ENGAGE" before starting the engine.

On the JUNIOR Model, which does not have a Wheel Gear Lever, be sure the Wheel Drive Pins engage the wheels.

3. Do not operate the tiller without wearing ade-

quate outer garments. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the tiller or its engine.

4. Do not operate the tillerwhen barefoot or wear-

ing sandals, sneakers , or light footwear. Wear footwearwhichgripswell on slipperysurfaces.

5. Do not till near underground electric cables, telephone lines,pipesor hoses. If in doubt,contact yourtelephoneor utility company.

6. Handlefuel with care; it is highly flammable and itsvapors areexplosive.

a. Use an approved fuel container.

b. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.

important safety messages in this Manual and on decals which are on your tiller regarding potential hazards. When you see this

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 the fuel tank cap securely and

clean up any fuel before starting engine.

7. Never make adjustments when engine is running (unless recommended by manufacturer).

OPERATION

1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts.

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 (and remove the Ignition Switch Key on electric start models), disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, carefully inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tille

4. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

5. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (and remove the Ignition Switch Key on electric start models). 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 (and remove the Ignition Switch Key on electric start models), 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.

equipment or property.

fully

read and fo

ever have any questions,

llow

ith

tol

all

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7. Before leaving the tiller unattended, stop the engine. Remove the Ignition Key on electric start

models. Disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug. Move the Wheel Gea r

Lever

to "ENGAGE" on EconoHorse and Pony models. On Junior models, the Wheel Drive Pins must engage the wheels.

8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, stop the engine, remove the Ignition Switch Key on

electric start models, 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. On electric start models, always remove the cable from the nega-

tive side (

of the battery.

9. Always keep the flap on the tine hood down

when operating the tiller, except when using the hiller/furrower attachment.

Neveroperate

10.

the

till

er with

out

proper guards, plates, or other protective safety devices in place.

the

11. Do not run

engine indoors; exhaus t

fumes are dangerous.

12. Keep children and pets away.

13. Never operate the tiller under engine power if the Econo-Horse or Pony Wheel Gear Lever is in "DISENGAGE" (FREEWHEEL), or if the Junior Wheel Drive Pins do not engage the wheels. In this position, the wheels will not hold the tiller

back and the revolving tines could propel the tiller rapidly, possibly causing loss of control. Always move the Wheel Gear Lever to "EN-

GAGE" (or, on the Junior, ENGAGE the wheels with the Wheel Drive Pins) before starting the engine or engaging the tines / wheels with the Forward Clutch or the Maneuvering Clutch.

14. Be aware that the tiller may unexpectedly bounce

upward

or jump forward if the t

ines

should strike extremely hardpacked soil, frozen

round

, or

bur

ied

obstac

les such as

large stones, roots, or stumps. If you are 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 sha llower depth regulator settings,

working gradually deeper with each pass.

c. Place the forwar d drive belt in its LOW

Range position (Econo-Horse only). Use slower engine speeds.

d. Clear the tilling area of all large stones ,

roots and other debris.

e. Avoid using downward pressure on handle-

bars. If need be, use slight upward pressure to keep the tines from digging too deeply.

f. Before contacting hardpacked soil at the end

of a row, reduce engine speed and lift handlebars to raise tines out of the soil.

g. In

wheels Lever

you

to restrain the

ncy,stop

releasing

have engaged . Do

tiller

thetines

and

whicheverClutch

not

attempt

eme

rge

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 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 accessories that are approved by Troy-Bilt Manufacturing Co.

20. Use tiller attachments and accessories when recommended.

21. Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light.

22. Neveroperate the tillerif youare tired,or under lcohol

the influenceofa

,drugsor medication.

23. Do not change the engine governor settings or

overspeed the engine.

24. Do not touch engine parts which may be hot

from operation. Allow parts to cool before inspecting,cleaningor repairing.

25. The battery on electric start model tillers con-

tains sulfuric acid. Avoid contactwith skin, eyes, or clothing.Keepout of the reachof children.

Antidote-Externa l Contact: Flush immediately

with lotsof water.

Antidote-Internal: Drinklarge quantitiesofwater

or milk. Followwith milk of magnesia, beaten egg orvegetable oil. CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.

Antidote-Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15

minutes. GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION.

26. Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep spar

ks, flame , and smoking materials away.

Ventilate when charging batteries or when using a

ALWA

batteryinan enclosed space. goggleswhenworkingnearbatte

YS wearsafety

ries.

27. Please remember: You can always stop the tines and wheels by releasing the Forward Clutch Lever or the Maneuvering Clutch Lever (whichever lever you have e Control Leverto

ngaged

STOP.

) or by moving the T

hrottle

28.Toload or unload the tiller, see the instructions in Section 4 ofthis Manual.

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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 fumes may reach an open flame or spark (hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers,stoves,electricmotors, etc.).

4. Allow the engineto cool before storing it.

5. Toreduce the chances of a fire hazard, keep the

engine freeof grass, leaves,or excessive grease.

6. Store gasoline in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from any spark or flame-producing equipment. Store gasoline in an approved con-

tainer, safely away from the reach of children.

7. Refer to the Tiller and Engine Maintenance section of this Manual for instructions if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period.

8. Never perform maintenance while the engine is running or the spark plug wire is connected, except when specifically instructed to do so.

DECALS

If any of the decals below become illegible, damaged, or missing, contact us immediately for a re-

placement. Use the appropriate part number noted below for your particular model tiller.

Control (located on

#1900357 Econo-Horse & Pony Models #1900356 Junior Model

Warning-Ignition Keysw itch

(on Electric Start Keysw not

shown)

#97127

Panel

upper

.....

Econo-Horse & Pony Models

handlebars)

itch

Starting Stabilizat (on top01engine or on

#97125 Econo-Horse & Jun #97126 Pony Model

ion

air

cleaner)

Warning - Hot Surfaces &

Belts (on belt cover)

#20818 .... .AII Models

Warning - Belt Positions (on belt cover)

#2730 ... . .Eco

ior

Models

no-

Horse

Model Only

Operat

ing

Instructions

(located on the

#2718 Econo-Horse Model #20925 Pony Model

#50277

1-1: ECONO-HORSE MODEL SHOWN

hood)

Junio

r Model

Page 9

Section

Assembly

Please

Model tiller and prepare it for use. Due to assembly similarities , we show one model in the assembly photos to represent the three tiller models. Steps unique to any single model(s) are noted.These steps will We recommend you read thi s Section all the way through

the steps in this Section to assemble your ECONO·HORSE" , PONY" or JUNIOR®

not

take long and will assure correct assemblyofyour new tiller.

firs

t. Then begin the assemb ly steps.

STEP 1: UNPACKING AND LOOSE PARTS

Your tiller was shipped fully assembled except for the parts shown in Photos 2-1 and 2-2. The small

hardware items are inside a plastic bag within the literature package.

If you ordered an electric start ECONO-HORSE'" or PONY®Model Tiller, you also get a second plastic bag with electric start parts and hardware- it is near the battery. The battery will be in place on its stand or in its own carton . These parts are called out later in this section.

ENGINE

THROTTLE

WHEEL

GEAR CABLE

(Except Junior)

CABLE

MANEUVERING

CLUTCH \

LEVER

Photo 2-1: Contents of the shipping carton.

The items in the following list are found in your

hardware bag. They are keyed to Photo 2-2.

1. One Handlebar Height Adjustment Handle.

2. One keyed washer.

3. Four plastic tie straps (Junior requires two).

4. Three hairpin cotters.

5. Two 3/8" - 16 x 1" hex head bolts.

6. Two 3/8" flat washers.

7. Two 3/8" - 16 nylon insert lock nuts.

8. One Engine Throttle Lever Knob.

9. Four #10 - 32 x 1/2" slotted head screws (Junior requires two).

10. Four

11.

12. One Wheel Gear Lever knob (Econo-Horsa

Four#10 and Pony).

HANDLEBARS

0 lockwashers (Junior requires two).

- 32 nuts (Junior requires two).

FORWARD

CLUTCH ROD

"-°0'"

Photo

(Econo-Horse Model Shown)

•

-0

- 4

•

fI'""

"'6

2-2

: Contents of Hardware Package.

'\-a

-a

7 8 9 10 11

' t .

....

(See detailed hardware list)

0 •

11 10 9

• • I

•

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Compare the parts that you received to Photos 2-1 and 2-2. If you are missing any items, please call

us at one of the telephone numbers listed on page 3 of this Manual.

If you notice any freight damage, either at the time of delivery or later during assembly, contact the freight terminal and tell them you will be filing a written claim (do so within 15 days). The terminal will advise you as to how to proceed. However, if you meet any problems with this procedure, please call us so we can provide assistance.

Before you attempt to move the tiller off the shipping carton, please install the handlebars (Step 2). With the handlebars installed, you'll have better leverage and be more easily able to move the tiller to a level area so you can continue the assembly.

You'll need the following tools to assemb le your tiller:

1. Two 9/16" wrenches.

2. One medium-size flat blade screwdriver.

3. One open end 3/8" wrench.*

4. Scissors (to trim the plastic ties).

5. One 7/16" wrench (electric models only).*

6. A piece of wood to tap the knobs securely on

the control levers.

7. Automotive-type tire pressure gauge.

8. Ruler.

9. Sturdy wood box or block 2-1/2"

-3

-1/2" high

(Junior Model only).

•

You

may

substitu

te adj

ustablewrenche

NOTE

Before moving the tiller off its shipping platform, you must move the Wheel Gear Lever (on Econo-Horse and Pony models) to the "DISENG

AGE"position

. For shipping purposes, the Wheel Gear Cable is wrapped around the transmission tube, between the engine and the tine hood. Unwrap the Wheel Gear cable and move

the Wheel Gear Lever to its "DISENGAGE" position as shown in Photo 2-3. On the Junior Model, a Wheel Drive Pin must be removed from the

hub of each wheel, the wheels moved inward as

far as possible , and the Wheel Pins replaced through the wheel shaft holes and secured with their cotter pins. Each wheel is then free to turn on the wheel shaft. See Inset Photo at right.

Photo 2-3 : Move the Wheel

"Disengage" models. Inset Photo shows Wheel Pins that need to be moved on the Junior Model.

posit

ion on Econo-Horse

Gear

Lever

and

back

Pony

STEP 2: ATTACHING THE HANDLEBARS

1. On electric start models only, remove one of the bolts and lockwashers that secures the lower end of the curved height adjustment bracket to the back of the transmission. Loosen the second bolt so you can swing the curved height adjustment bracket out of the way. See Photo 2-4.

Photo 2-4: SWing the HeightAdjustm down to one side (Electric start models only).

ent

Bracket

2. Remove the Maneuvering Clutch Lever from the handlebars. See Photo 2-5.

Photo 2-5: Removing the Maneuvering Clutch Lever from the handlebars.

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3. Place the lower end of the handlebars on the

outside of the two mounting tabs on the top of the transmission. Make sure that the handlebar crossbrace (on the lower end of the handlebars) goes underneath the curved height adjustment bracket.

4. Secure the lower ends of the handlebar to the

two mounting tabs with a 3/8"-16 x 1" bolt, a 3/8"

flat washer, and a 3/8"-16 nylon insert lock nut.

Use 9/16" wrenches. The bolt head should be to

The

the inner side of the mounting tab.

flat

washer and lock nut must face out.

5. On electric start models, move the curved heig

ht adjustment

brac

ket

back

in pl ace.

Reinstall the bolt and lockwasher you previously

removed. Tighten both bolts very securely.

STEP 3: ATTACHING THE

MANEUVERING CLUTCH LEVER

1. Slide the Maneuvering Clutch Lever down through the hole in the left-hand side of the handlebar Maneuvering Clutch Lever passes above the cross brace on the lower end of the handlebar.

2. Turn the Maneuvering Clutch Lever so the small bend on the lower side points inward.

3. I Clutch Lever into the hole in the pivot as shown in Photo 2-8. Secure the Maneuvering Clutch Lever in place by inserting a hairpin cotter down through the hole in the end of the Maneuvering Clutch Lever.

nsert

control

panel.Make

the lower end of the

sure

that

Maneuvering

the

Photo 2-6: Attaching the handlebars.

6. Note the four handlebar height settings (the

four

slots) in

the

curved

height ad

justment bracket. Align the hole in the handlebar cross brace with one of these slots. Place the keyed

washer on the Height Adjustment Handle. Screw the handle into the hole in the handlebar cross brace. Make sure that both raised keys on the bottom of the keyed washer fit into one of the four slots on the bracket. Tighten the Handlebar

Height Adjustment Handle.

Photo 2-8: Installing Maneuvering Clutch Lever.

STEP 4: INSTALLING THE FORWARD CLUTCH ROD

1. Turn the Forward Clutch Rod so the small bend at the lower end points inward.

2. Insert a hairpin cotter down into the inner hole in the small bend of the Forward Clutch Rod.

Phot

2-7

: Insta

Adjustment Handle.

ing the Ha

ndlebarHeight

7. With the handlebars installed, you can now easily move the tiller off its shipping platform.

Photo 2-9: Installing the Forward Clutch Rod.

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3. Note the four holes in the swivel plate on the shifting mechanism. The hole that you'd insert

the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod into de-

pends upon which handlebar height setting (on the curved handlebar height adjustment bracket) you have the handlebars set at. Refer to Photo 2-10 to determine which hole in the swivel plate to use. For example: if you set the handlebar in slot number 1, then the Forward Clutch Rod must be installed in hole number 1 of the swivel plate.

c. If the gap is incorrect, check to make sure

that you have the Forward Clutch Rod located in the correct hole in the swivel plate. If it isn't, move the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod into the correct hole and check the measurement again.

d. If the Forward Clutch Rod is in the correct

hole in

swivel

plate

(and

the

gap

the remains incorrect) you must make a simple adjustment to the Forward Clutch Rod. Please refer to handlebar height adjustment in Chapter 3 for fine tuning this important adjustment.

Photo 2-10: Handlebar Height setting Clutch Rod positioning.

and

Forward

4. Insert the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod into the proper hole in the swivel plate. Secure it to the swivel plate by inserting a hairpin

cotter through the outer hole in the small bend of the Forward Clutch Rod.

IMPORTANT

Whenever the handlebar height is changed, the position of the Forward Clutch Rod must be changed accordingly. Changing the handlebar height changes the tension on the

Forward Clutch Rod. This tension must be adjusted by relocating the rod in the appropriate hole in the clutch swivel plate.

5. To make sure the tension on the Forward Clutch Rod is correct:

a. Stand on the right-hand side of the tiller

and pull the Forward Clutch Lever up and hold it in place. See Photo 2

-11.

b. Check the gap between the "E-ring" and

the lower end of the bracket at the upper end of the Forward Clutch Rod. The gap should be 3/16"-to-5/16". If you do not have a ruler handy, the thickness of five pennies is approximately 5/16" thick. Refer to Photo 2-11.

3/16" -10-5/16"

GAP REQUIRED

Photo 2-11: Carefully measure the gap between the Forward Clutch

Bracket and the "E-Ring."

STEP 5: CHECKING THE TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL LEVEL

Once the handlebars are securely installed on

the tiller, move the tiller to a level area.

We have installed gear oil in the tiller transmission here at the shou

ld make t

his

Factory

very important checkto be

sure that the oil level is sti ll correct.

1. Make sure that your tiller is on a level area.

2. Lower the depth regulator to the second notch to make sure that the transmission is as level as possible. (See Photo 2-12.)

NOTE

For

shipping

purposes

only, the lever may be secured with a plastic tie. If so, before

moving

the

depth

hoodflapattherearofthetillerandcutthetie.

. However,you

depth

reguiator

lever,

regulator

liftthe

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Photo 2-12: Move Depth Regulator Lever to second notch.

4. If no oil flowed from the transmission oil level igh

check hole, add SAE 140 or 90 we (never use multi-v

iscosity

oil) to bring the gear

t gear oil

oil up to the correct level. Use this procedure:

a. Unscrew filler plug from top left-hand side

of transmission. Clean around plug first.

b. Insert a clean funnel into the oil fill hole

and slowly add 140 weight gear oil until it flows from the transmission oil check hole.

3. Use a 3/8" open end wrench to remove the transmission oil level check plug (on the lefthand side of the transmiss ion). Due to dried

paint on the plug threads, it may require some force to remove the plug the first time. If the transmission oil level is correct, oil should start to flow out of the hole. If oil flows from the hole, your check is finished; reinstall the plug and tighten it securely with a 3/8" open end wrench.

Photo 2- 13: Removing the transmis sion Oil Level Check Plug. When the level flow from this check hole.

is correct, gear oil will

Photo 2-14:

Add

ing gear oil to transmission.

c. Reinstall the transmission oil check plug.

Tighten securely with the 3/8" wrench.

d. Reinstall the transmission oil fill plug.

Tighten it securely by hand.

STEP 6: CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Your till

SAE 30 weight classified engine oil here at the

factory. However, check the engine oil level

again to be certain it is correct.

Tocheck the engine oil level:

1. Make sure that the tiller is on level ground. Lower the depth regulator lever to the second notch (placing the tiller in a level position).

2. Wipe the area around the dipstick or oil fill

tube clean so no debris will fall into the engine.

3. On the Econo-Horse's 6HP Tecumseh engine, unscrew the engine oil dipstick from the fill hole.

II is at the top left rear of the engine. See Photo 2-15A. Wipe it clean, screw it back in, take it out and check the level. Add oil to "Full" mark.

er'

s engine was filled with a quality

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4. On the Pony's 5HP Briggs engine and the Junior's 4HP Tecumseh engine, remove the filler cap from the oil fill tube at the side of the engine.

See Photo 2-15B. Add oil unti l overflowing. Replace the filler cap securely.

5. Snug the base of the throttle lever up against the bottom of the control panel. Install a lockwasher and a nut on each of the threaded ends of the screws. Use a 3/8" wrench and a flat tip screwdriver to tighten both screws.

Photo 2-15A: On 6HP Tecumseh engine, check oil level with the dipstick. Photo 2-15B: On 5HP Briggs and 4HP Tecumseh engines, oil must overflow from the oil fill tube to be correct.

5. If oil needs to be added, use quality SAE 30 SF.

weight oil with an API rating of

Add a little oil at a time, and check the oil level. Keep adding oil until the oil level is cor rect. Be careful not to overfill the engine as this can cause engine damage-drain

out any excess oil.

STEP 7: ATTACHING THE

ENGINE THRO

LE LEVER

TO THE CONTROL PANEL

The

engine wrapped around the engine for shipping purposes. Unwrap it from the engine and install it as follows:

Locate

screws, two washers in your hardware bag. Keep this hardware at hand so you can attach the Engine Throttle Lever to the control panel.

2. Run the engine throttle cable alongside the right-hand handlebar.

3. Position the Engine Throttle Lever beneath the control panel. Insert the lever up through the slot in the control panel that is marked "ENGINE THROTTLE."

4. Insert each of the screws through a on the control panel decal. Align the holes in the Engine Throttle Lever base with the screws and be sure the screws go through the base.

two

#10-32

throttle

#10-32

cable

x 1

/2"

(with

slotted

lever)

head

nuts, and two #10 lock-

"+" mark

Photo 2-16: Installing Engine Throttle Lever.

6. Place the "T-shaped" Engine Throttle Lever knob on the end of the Engine Throttle Lever. Use the piece of wood to tap the knob until it seats firmly on the Engine Throttle Lever.

Photo 2 Knob.

-17

: Installing the Engine Throttle

Lever

7. Move the Engine Throttle Lever forward and backward to check its movement. It should move smoothly through the full range of its travel.

lease

note

there

is a

detent

catch)

at "SLOW." This prevents you from unintentionally shutting off the engine when you are just trying to slow the engine down. If it is difficult to move the Engine Throttle Lever away from "STOP", loosen both screws and move the lever assembly slightly to the left. Tighten both screws and re-check the Engine Throttle Lever's movement. Spend a couple of minutes adjusting this assembly until the lever moves smoothly.

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8. Take two of the red plastic ties from the hardware bag. Locate them as shown in Photo Space them about two feet apart.

The serrated side of each plastic tie should be on the inside of the loop when you wrap the tie around the handlebar and Engine Throttle Lever cable. Tighten each tie by pulling on the free end. Snip off any excess with a scissor.

2-18.

6. Place the Wheel Gear Lever knob on the end of the Wheel Gear Lever. Use the piece of wood

to tap the knob until it seats on the lever.

Photo

Handlebars with two plastic ties.

18: Se

cure

Engine

Throttle

Cable

STEP 8: ATTACHING THE

WHEELGEARLEV

TOTHE

CONTROL PANEL (Econo-Horse and Pony Models only)

The Wheel Gear cabie is wrapped around the transmission for shipping purposes. Unwrap the cable and install it as follows:

1. Locate the last two

#10

screws,

2. Position the Wheel Gear cable along the side and up the left handlebar.

3. Position the Wheei Gear Lever beneath the

control panel. Insert the lever up through the slot in the panel marked "WHEEL GEAR."

4. Insert both of the screws through a on the control panel decal. Align the holes in the Wheel Gear Lever base with the screws and place the base over the screws.

5. Double check to make sure that the screws go through the holes in the lever's base. Install a lockwasher and nut on each of the screws. Use

3/8"wrench and a flat tip screwdriver.

Photo 2-19: Installing the Wheel Gear Lever. (EconoHorse and Pony Models

-32

#10-32

nuts, and #10 lockwashers.

only)

x 1/2" slotted head

"+" mark

Photo2-20: (Econo-Horse and Pony Models only.)

7. Use the two remaining plastic ties in the hardware bag to secure the Wheel Gear cable to the left-hand handlebar. Position the ties as shown in Photo of the tie should be on the inside when you loop the tie around the handlebar and Wheel Gear cable. After you've tightened the ties by pulling on the loose ends, snip off any excess.

Photo 2-21: Secure Wheel Gear Cable to Handlebar. IEcono-Horse

Installing

Wheel Gea r

Lever

Knob

2-21. Remember that the serrated side

and

Pony Models.)

STEP 9: ADJUSTING THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE TIRES

To be sure of a good seal between the tires and wheels, we've inflated you r till er's tires above the recommended operating pressure.

Before using your tiller, be sure to evenly deflate both tires until their pressure is 15 to (pounds per square inch). You can check the air pressure with an automotive-type tire pressure gauge.

Be sure that both tires have the same air pressure or the tiller wilt pull to one side when you are using it.

20 psi

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If you have a standard start ECONO-HORSE'", PONY'"

or JUNIOR"'Tiller, it is now completely assembled and

ready to be used.

Please read the rest of this Owner/Operator Manual before you begin to operate your tiller.

You should become very familiar with, and follow all the safety rules, the tiller operating instructions, and the engine operating instructions at all times.

If yo u have an E

PONY steps to assemble the electric starting system on your tiller.

Tiller, you will have to perform the following

lectricStart

ASSEMBLING THE ECONO-HORSE OR PONY ELECTRIC START SYSTEM

Compare the parts in your tiller's electric start hardware package with the parts shown 2-22. The parts listed below are keyed to the hardware items in the photo.

1. Battery (for shipping purposes, it is either se-

cured to the battery support bracket or tective carton).

2. Vent tube.

3. Screws and nuts (used to attach battery ca-

bles to battery).

in Photo

a pro-

ECONO-HORSE'" or

STEP 10: BATTERY ACTIVATION AND CHARGING

NOTE

Your battery was shipped to you have battery electrolyte solution (battery grade sulfuric acid) added to the battery. have the battery fully charged before using it on your tiller.

• Electrolyte is a sulfuric acid solution.

DANGER

DRY.

You

You must

then must

Photo 2-22: The Electric Start parts.

• Avoid spillage and contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.

• To prevent accidents, wear protective clothing, rubber gloves, and shield eyes with

•

safety goggles when working near battery.

• Neutralize acid spills with baking soda and water solution. Neutralize empty container with baking soda and rinse with water.

ANTIDOTE: External contact: Flush with water.

Eye

prompt medical attention.

ANTIDOTE : Internal: Drink large quantities of

wate r or milk . Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.

Flush with water for 15 minutes and get

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BATTERIES PRODUCE

EXPLOSIVE

• Keep sparks, flame, and cigarettes away.

• Ventilate area when charging or using battery in an enclosed space.

DANGER

GAS

ES!

5. Allow the battery to stand for thirty minutes.

Then check the electrolyte level in each cell. If

needed, add more electrolyte to bring the electrolyte level up to the "UPPER LEVEL" line on the battery. Do not overfill the battery as this could lead to flooding from the cells when the battery is being charged.

6. Charge the battery by following the next set of

instructions.

• Make sure venting path of battery is always open once battery is filled with acid.

Adding electrolyte to the battery and charging the battery can be dangerous. The sulfuric acid in the electrolyte can severely burn you or blind you. Also, a battery that is charging gives off gases that could explode if a spark or flame should contact the gases.

We strongly recommend that you take your battery to a TROY-BILT tiller dealer, a reliable service station, battery store, or farm equipment store where a trained battery technician can complete the job safely.

EASE VATE THE BATTERY U FULLY EXPERIENCED IN BATTERY SET-

AND

To ensure proper activation of your battery, we

suggest you review the following activating and charging instructions with your battery technician and make sure that he follows the instructions.

Activate the Batte ry:

1. Placethe battery on a level area awayfrom any

spark- or flame-producing sources such as a gas stove, heater,electricalswitch, pilotlight, (etc.).

DO N

CHARGING PROCEDURES.

ATTEMPT

NLESS

YOU ARE

ACTI-

2. Remove and discard the short sealing tube (if

installed) on the battery side vent.

3. Remove the six filler caps that are on top of

the battery. Leave the caps off while activating and charging the battery.

4. Carefully fill each of the six cells in the battery

with electrolyte (battery grade sulfuric acid that has a specific gravity of 1.265) until the level reaches the "UPPER LEVEL" line on the battery.

To Charge the Battery

To obtain maximum battery life, charge the battery by the following method until all cells are gassing freely. A battery is gassing freely when the surface of the electrolyte is covered with tiny bubbles.

When checking the battery for gassing, ALWAYSwear safety goggles and use a flashlight to look down into the cells.

Failure to do so could result in serious personalinjury.

Be sure to follow all instructions given by the

manufacturer of the battery charging equipment that is being used to charge the battery.

1. Hook up the battery charger and charge the

battery approximately three to five hours at one to two amperes. Turn the battery charger

2. If the electrolyte level has fallen after charging,

refill the battery with distilled water until the electrolyte level reaches the "UPPER LEVEL" line on the battery.

3. After charging, reinstall the six filler caps on

the battery.

4. Unplug the battery charger from the electrical

outlet (or turn the battery charger OFF). Then disconnect the cables from the battery posts.

DANGER

OFF.

5. Wash any acid spillage off the battery with

water. Then dry the battery.

NOTE

• The battery and electrolyte should be between

and 800F for best results.

• Do not add water or any other liquid to activate the battery.

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STEP11: INSTALLING THE

BATTERY ON THE TILLER

Photo 2-

1. Use both hands to carefully place the battery on the battery mounting bracket. The battery posts should face to the rear of the tiller. The

positive of the tiller and the negative (-) post should be on the right-hand side of the tiller.

: Installing the Battery.

(+) post should be on the left-hand side

3. Use the two 1/4" -20 x 1 1/4" carriage bolts,

1/4" lockwashers, and 1/4"-20 nuts to secure the

hold-down bracket to the b bracket. Insert the bolts from beneath the battery mounting bracket, up through the battery holddown bracket, and secure them with the lockwashers and nuts. Use a 7/16-inch wrench to evenly tighten both nuts. Do not tighten the nuts so that the tabs on the battery hold-down bracket become bent.

attery

unt

ing

STEP 12: INSTALLING

THE BATTERY CABLES

1. The Positive battery cable is already conleno

nected at one end to the so mounted a few inches below the battery on a post. You are to connect the loose end of the positive cable to the positive tery. Use a bolt and nut from the hardware bag. Use a screwdriver and a the bolt. See Photo 2-25.

(+) post on the bat-

3/8" wrench to tighten

id which is

A WARNING

• Be sure that the battery is positioned on the tiller as explained in Step 1. Hooking the battery cables to the wrong posts could re-

sult

in damage to the battery and other

electrical parts.

• Do not touch the positive (+) battery post and any surrounding metal with tools, jewelry, or other metal objects. Doing so could cause a short circuit that could result in electrical burns or an explosion of battery gases.

2. Place the battery hold-down bracket over the battery. Center the bolt holes in the lower part of the hold-down bracket with the bolt holes in the battery mounting bracket. Make sure that the

Engine Ignition Switch is on the forward side of

the battery.

Photo 2-25: Attach Positive Cable to Battery.

2. Slide the black rubber boot up the positive cable and slip it over the positive battery post.

3. The Negative cable is already connected at one end to one of the mounting bolts securing the solenoid to the post. This is the grounding point for the negative

cable-connect

end of the negative (-) cable to the negative battery the last nut and last bolt to securely attach the negative battery cable to the negative (-) battery post.

the loose

pos

t. Use

Photo 2-24:Securing the Battery in Place.

Photo 2-26: Attach the Negative Battery Cable to the battery.

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4. Use a 3/8" wrench to check the tightness of

the upper mounting bolt on the starter solenoid. This bolt

ground location. Scrape away any paint between the cable and the bolt as this would prevent a proper electrical ground.See Photo 2-27.

secures

the Negative Cable to its

-1

Photo

2-27

: The Negative Battery Cable must be se-

curely grounded to the Upper Mounting Bolt on the

Solenoid.

STEP 14: CONNECT WIRING HARNESS TO IGNITION KEYSWITCH

Slide the wiring harness connector over the prongs on the back of the Ignition Keyswitch . You

r keyswitch has either a 3-prong or 5-prong

design. See Sketch 2-29 or 2-29A.

•

STEP 13: INSTALLING THE

BATTERY VENT TUBE

1. Push the battery vent tube down into the vent

tube sheath. Attach the upper end of the vent tube to the side vent on right side of battery.

A WARNING

Be sure that the vent tube does not become kinked, folded, or pinchedwhen you install it.

Improper venting could cause the battery to explode, resulting in personal injury or property damage.

Sketch

Ignition Keyswitch . The 5-prong design is shown. Inset Sketch 2-29A

you may have instead 01the 5-prong type.

HORSE'" or PONY begin to operate the tiller, please read the rest of

this Owner/Operator Manual so that you become familiar with the location of, and the operation of,

the various tiller and engine controls. the tiller controls so that you understand what

each one does. After you've done this, move the

tiller to a safe, level area to practice starting the

engine and maneuvering the tiller without actually tilling. Make sure that the depth regulator lever is in the "travel" position (one of the higher notches) while you're becoming fami liar with

your newtiller. while you 're practicing in case you have any

questions about operating your tiller.

2-29:

Connect the Wiring Harness to the

-sh

ows the 3-prong type which

You

're now finished assembling your ECONO-

®Til

ler.

Before you add gasoline to the gas tank and

Without starting your tiller's engine, operate

Take this Manual along for ready reference

l!o...

Photo 2-28: Installing the Battery Vent Tube.

A WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury or damage to equipment, do not attempt to operate the tiller or its engine until after you've read and understood all of the Safety, Controls, and Operating Instructions in this Manual, in the

Engine Owner's Manual, and in other litera-

ture you may receive.

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Section

ill

And

Eng

...

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n....,t_r

...

o....,ls

......

Before attempting to operate

functionofall the operational c

and

Practice

the

using

controls

thesecontrols-with

and feel

conf

ident

you

r new tiller, become

ontr

ols.

the engine

with

each one of them.

shut

thoroug

off-until

hly

familiar with the location of

you

unders

tand the operation

TILLER CONTROLS

There are four tiller controls you will be using when you operate your tiller. These controls are: the Wheel Gear Lever (ECONO-HORSE and PONY Models only). the Forward Clutch, the Maneuvering Clutch, and Depth Regulator Lever. Referto Photos below for the location of these controls.

MANEUVERING WHEELGEAR

CLUTCH , /

,!:

~~~

VER

ECON O

-HOR

ENGINETHROn l E

LEVER

HANDLEBAR

HEIGHT

ADJU STMENT

SE and PON Y M

ODEL

COf'l

\lol

HANDLEBAR

HEIGHT

i TMENT

DEPTH

REGULATOR

LEVER-

DEPTH

GULATOR

LEVER

RECO IL

STARTER

Photo

3-t

: Location of controls on ECONO-HORSE

and PONYModels.

eel

Gear Lever

(Ec

ono-Horseand P

This lever is located on the left-hand side of

the handlebar control panel. It has two positions:

ENGAGE and DISENGAGE (FREE WHEEL).

The ENGAGE position allows power from the

engine to turn the wheels and tines whenever: a. The Forward Clutch is engaged. OR b. The Maneuvering Clutch is engaged in either

forward or reverse.

The DISENG AGE (FREE WHEEL) position should only be used when the engine is not running. Use the DISENGAGE (FREE WHEEL) position ONLY when you are rolling the tiller to another location.

ony

Models only)

AIR ClEANER

Photo Model tiller.

3-t

A: Location

NEVER place the Wheel Gear Lever in DISENGAGE (FREE WHEEL) when the engine is running.

Having the Wheel Gear Lever in DISEN-

GAGE (FREE WHEEL) and then engaging the tines/wheels with either the Forward Clutch or the Maneuvering Clutch could allow the tines to propel the tiller rapidly forward or backward.

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

controls on the

DANGER

JUN

IOR

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To operate the Wheel Gear Lever:

1. Roll the tiller a few inches forward or back-

ward while you gently move the Wheel Gear

Lever ahead to ENGAGE. Don't force the lever

into ENGAGE (see Pg 43 for lever adjustment).

2. To place the Wheel Gear Lever in DISENGAGE (FREE WHEEL), simply move the lever

rearward. You don't have to move the tiller when you move the Wheel Gear Lever into DISENGAGE (FREE WHEEL).

\-.~

- . ,

+ ii .

--.:

;,"=

I !

To Engage

A. Make certain the engine is stopped and the spark plug wire is disconnected.

B. Raise one wheel off the ground and place a

sturdy block beneath the transmission.

C. Remove the hair pin cotter and pull the Wheel

Drive Pin out. D. Slide the wheel outward on the shaft and re-

place the Wheel Drive Pin through the hole in the wheel hub AND the hole in the wheel shaft. Replace the hair pin cotter through the Wheel Drive Pin, pushing the cotter pin in as far as it

will go. See Photo 3-2A.

E. Repeat these steps with the other wheel.

the

Wheels in WHEEL DRIVE:

A WARNING

Photo 3-2: The Wheel Gear Lever in "ENGAGE" po-

sition. Econo-Horse and Pony Models only.

Wheel

place by a Wheel Drive Pin (Photo 3-2A). The pins are used to engage and disengage drive power to the wheels. Before starting the engine, the Wheel Pins must be in the WHEEL DRIVE position. Do this by inserting the pins through the holes in the wheel hubs AND the holes in the wheel shaft. This "locks" the wheels to the wheel shaft, so they will turn when either the Forward Clutch or the Maneuvering Clutch is engaged.

ning, the WHEEL". To permit this, insert the Wheel Drive Pins through the wheel shaft holes only. When this is done, the pins will keep the wheels on the wheel shaft, but the wheels will be free to rotate as they are no longer "locked" to the shaft.

DrivePins

Both wheels on the Junior tiller are held in

To move the tiller when the engine is not run-

wheelsmust

(Junior

Model

be able to "FREE

only)

A WARNING

NEVER power if the wheels are in FREE WHEEL position(Wheel Pins through wheel shaft only). In FREE WHEEL, the wheels will not hold the tiller back and the tines could propel the tiller rapidly, possibly causing loss of

control and serious injury or property dam-

age. Always engage the wheels in WHEEL DRIVE position before starting the engine or engaging Clutch.

operate

the

Forward

thetiller

Clutch

under

or Maneuvering

engine

To avoid personal inju

on its side while adjusting the wheels. This could cause gasoline to leak from the fuel

tank, resulting in an unsafe condition.

Photo 3-2A : Install Wheel Drive Pin through wheel hub and shaft for WHEEL DRIVE position.

To Engage the Wheels in FREE WHEEL: A. Repeat Steps A, B, and C of the previous

"Wheel Drive" engagement instructions. B. Slide the wheel fully inward on the shaft. C. Place Wheel Drive Pin through hole in wheel

shaft only, as shown in Photo 3-28. D. Replace the hair pin cotter through the Wheel

Drive Pin. Push it in as far as possible. E. Repeat Steps A through D with the other

wheel. Remove the support block.

Photo

shaft only for FREE WHEEL position.

3-2

8 : Install Wheel Drive Pin through wheel

ry,

do not lay the tiller

Page 22

Forward Clutch

This control is the two interconnected "paddies" that hang down beneath the control panel. It is used to engage and disengage both the

wheels and the tines in forward motion.

To operate the Forward Clutch:

Before engaging the Forward Clutch, first

make sure that the Wheel Gear Lever (EconoHorse and Pony Models only) is in ENGAGE. On

the Junior Model, the Wheel Drive Pins must be through the holes in the wheel hubs and the wheel shaft. Then lift up on either or both of the "paddles" and hold it (or them) against the underside of the handlebar grips. As long as you hold the "paddles" in this position, both the wheels and tines will turn.

Tostop forward motion of the tines and wheels when you have the Forward Clutch engaged, simply release the "paddles" and allow them to drop downward. Both the wheels and tines will stop rotating

-the

engine will continue to run.

Maneuvering Clutch

This control is located at the rear of the left-

hand side of the control panel. It is the rod hav-

ing a 90° bend and a black plastic grip.

The Maneuvering Clutch is used to precisely

maneuver the tiller in either a forward or backward direction. Pulling the Maneuvering Clutch out (for REVERSE) or pushing the Maneuvering Clutch in (for FORWARD) engages both the wheels and tines.

If you want to precision till near an obstacle, release the Forward Clutch "paddles" and push in the Maneuver ing Clutch Lever. When you want to stop tilling with the Maneuvering Clutch

-it

Lever, release it NEUTRAL

If you want to move the tiller forward for a

short distance or in close quarters, release the

Forward Clutch paddles , lift up on the handlebars until the tines clear the ground. Then push

the Maneuvering Clutch in. To stop forward motion, release the Maneuvering Clutch Lever.

The only way you can make the tiller move in reverse is by using the Maneuver ing Clutc h Lever. Lift up on the handlebars until the tines clear the ground and then pull the Maneuvering Clutch Lever out. The tines and wheels will both move in reverse direction for as long as you hold

the Maneuvering Clutch Lever in REVERSE. To stop reverse motion of the tines and wheels, simply release the Maneuvering Clutch Lever.

will automatically return to

Photo 3-3: The Forward Clutch.

A WARNING

NEVER move the Maneuvering Clutch into either FORWARD or REVERSE unless the Wheel Gear Lever on Econo-Horse and

Pony Models is in ENGAGE. On Models, the Wheel Drive Pins must be in WHEEL DRIVE POSITION.

Placing the Maneuvering Clutch in either FORWARD or REVERSE when the wheels are not engaged could allow the tines to rapidly propel the tiller forward or backward.

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

Junior

A WARNING

• When moving the tiller in reverse, always look behind you to check for, and avoid,

obstacles.

• Never attempt to till in reverse.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.

Photo 3-4: The Maneuvering Clutch.

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Depth Regulator

The lever at the rear of the tine hood is the

Depth Regulator Lever. Pulling back on this lever and moving it either up or down allows you to control the depth of tine penetration in the soil.

When you move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down (engaging the highest notch on the depth regulator), you put the tiller in the "travel" pos ition . This position allows you to move the tiller without damage to your lawn by allowing the tines to clear the ground by approximately

the way up (engaging the lowest notch on the depth regu depth (approximately six to eight inches, depending on soil conditions).

lower Depth Regulator Lever settings and gradually increase the tilling depth and not

attempt to t

1-1/2 inches.

When you move the Depth Regulator Lever all

lator

), you

You

should begin tilling at one of the shal-

ill

too deeply too soon.

get

the

deepest

tilling

A WARNING

Handlebar Height Adjustment

To adjust

the

handlebar height:

1. Loosen the handlebar height adjustment han-

dle until the keys on the bottom of the keyed washer can clear the slots in the curved handlebar height adjustment bracket.

2. Move the handlebar up or down to the height

you desire. Align the hole in the handlebar crossbrace with one of the four slots in the curved handlebar height adjustment bracket.

3. Align the keys on the bottom of the keyed

washer with the slot in the curved handlebar

height adjustment bracket. Screw the handlebar height adjustment handle into the hole in the handlebar crossbrace. Tighten it securely.

To avoid injury, always place the Depth

Regulator Lever in the TRAVEL position before starting the engine. This position prevents the tines from touch ing the ground until you are ready to begin tilling.

Photo 3-6: Adjusting the Handlebar height.

A WARNING

• When you change the handlebar height, you MUST readjust the Forward Clutch mechanism.

• When ad Clutch mechanism, shut engine off, disconnect spark plug wire and prevent it from

touching the spark plug.

Failure to do this could allow the Forward Clutch mechan ism to operate improperly,

which could resu lt in personal i

property damage.

justing

checking

Forward

njur

y or

Photo 3-5: The Depth Regulator Lever.

4. Readjust the Forward Clutch mechanism by performing the following steps:

a. Remove the inner hairpin cotter from the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod.

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b. Use Photo 3-7 to determine which hole in

the swivel plate you should insert the lower

end of the Forward Clutch Rod into. For example, if you have the handlebar height setting at position number 1 (on the curved handlebar height adjustment bracket) insert the lower end of the Forward Clutch rod into hole number 1 on the swivel plate.

Photo 3-7: Handlebar Height setting

Clutch positioning.

C. Insert the lower end of the Forward Clutch

and

Forward

Rod into the proper hole in the swivel plate. Secure it in place by reinstalling the hairpin cotter in the inner hole in the Forward Clutch

Rod. d. To make sure that you have selected the

correct hole in the swivel plate:

(1). Stand on the right-hand side of the tiller. Pull the Forward Clutch Lever up and hold it in place.

(2). Check the gap between the E-Ring and the lower end of the bracket on the Forward

Clutch Lever. The gap should be 3/16" to 5/16". If you do not have a ruler handy, five pennies

are

approximately

5/16"

Refer to Photo 3-8.

e. If you are unable to get the 3/16" to 5/16" gap, you'll have to readjust the Forward Clutch Rod as follows:

(1). Refer to Photo 3-7 and make sure that you have the Forward Clutch Rod in the correct hole in the swivel plate.

thick.

3/16 "-10-5 /16"

REQUIRED GAP

Photo 3-8: Measuring the gap between the Forward Clutch Bracket and the E-Ring.

(2). Insert the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod into this hole.

(3). Pull the Forward Clutch Lever up and hold it in place.

(4). Check the gap between the E-Ring and the

lower

end

the

Forward

Clutch

bracket. If the gap is greater than 5/16", you'll have

to release the Forward Clutch Lever, re-

move the hairpin cotter from the inner hole

in the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod, move the Forward Clutch Rod away from the swivel plate, and turn the rod counterclockwise (as viewed from the front of the tiller) to decrease the gap.

If the gap is less than 3/16", you'll have to release the Forward Clutch Lever, remove the hairpin cotter from the inner hole in the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod, move the Forward Clutch Rod away from the swivel plate, and turn the rod clockwise (as viewed from the front of the tiller) to increase the gap.

f. After getting the correct gap, make sure that

you reinstall the hairpin cotter in the inner hole in the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod.

ENGINE CONTROLS

Please read the following information about engine controls and operation.

Engine Owner's Manual that you received in your literature package.

Start Electric Start Models

1. Check to make sure that the spark plug wire is securely attached to the spark plug.

2. Make sure that the Wheel Gear Lever is in "ENGAGE" on Econo-Horse and Pony Models.

ing

YourEng

ine-Recoi

Startand

On Junior Models, there is no Wheel Gear Lever,

but the Wheel Drive Pins should be through the

wheel hubs and wheel shaft holes in "ENGAGE."

3. Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way DOWN so the tines are in the "travel" position (they should clear the ground by about

You

should also read the

12")

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4. Move the Carburetor Choke Lever to "FULL CHOKE" position (in the direction of the arrow on Tecumseh engines; toward "Choke" on Briggs Stratton engines). See Photo 3-9 for the EconoHorse's Tecumseh engine choke control; Photo 3-10 for the Pony's Briggs

& Stratton engine

choke control; and Photo 3-11for the Junior's Tecumseh engine choke control.

Photo 3-9: Econo-Horse Model-ehoke lever on the 6 Horsepower Tecumseh

gine.

Photo 3-10: Pony Modelchoke lever on the 5HP Briggs engine.

en-

pull the rope outward, be sure that nothing is hind you.

Photo.3-13: Use

starter rope to start

engine.

7. For Electric Start models, turn the Engine Ignition Switch to "START."Don't keep the switch in START for longer than ten seconds. You may

have to try this several times before the engine starts - allow the engine to come to a complete stop before you turn the switch to START again. When the engine starts, release the key; it will automatically return to "RUN."

8. After the engine is running, gradually move the Carburetor Choke Lever to NO CHOKE (in the opposite direction of Choke).

be-

3-11: the

Photo Junior Mode choke lever on the 4HP

Tecumseh gi

ne.

en-

5. Move the Engine Throttle Lever (on the righthand side of the control panel) to "START."

Photo 3-12: Engine Throttle Lever.

6. For Standard Start models, grasp the starter rope handle with one hand. Brace the tiller by

placing your free hand on the gas tank. Pull the

starter rope slowly until you feel resistance. Then pull the starter rope out rapidly...but let it rewind slowly. You may have to repeat this procedure several times until the engine starts. When you

Start

ing

theElectric

Start

Engine

with

the

Recoil Starter Rope If necessary, the electric start engine can be

started with the recoil starter rope. Before doing so, be sure to follow the procedure below.

1. If the battery is in good condition (not "dead" or damaged), keep it on the tiller. This lets it recharge during engine operation. However,

be-

fore starting the engine with the recoil starter

rope, make sure the UPPER LEVEL line with electrol

batte

ry is filled to the

2. If the battery is "dead" or damaged, remove it from the tiller and have it tested by a qualified technician. Before using the starter rope to start the engine, disconnect the positive battery cable from the starter solenoid. Reinstall it after replac-

ing the battery.

IMPORTANT-When starting the engine with the starter rope, turn the Ignition Key Switch to RUN. Also move the Engine Throttle Lever to

START.

Stopping the Engine

To stop the wheels/tines at any time, simply release the Forwa rd Clutch "paddles" or the Maneuvering Clutch Lever (whichever one you have engaged).

1. Tostop the engine on a Standard Start model, move the EngineThrottle Lever to STOP.

2. To stop the engine on an Electric Start model,

you can either move the Ignition Key Switch to

OFF or you can move the Engine Throttle Lever

to STOP.

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Section

.Q.p

(Section 1 ) and the Tiller and Engine operating in tempttooperate your tille r.

use it in ning the tiller sit

ion

Please be sure

Take a few mi

the

ion (Depth Regulator Lever p

Only after

garden.

MANEUVERING WHEEL GEAR

CLUTCH

that

nutes

garden. Locate a clear, level area and practice engaging the

back

and forth. When you do this, make sure that the tines are in the

you

've

you've

to familiarize yourselfwith the basic operationofyour

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HANDLEBAR

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CHOKE

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Photo 4-1: Operating

your

TROY-BILT Rototiller is easy

and

so rewarding .

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BEFORE STARTING, ALWAYS:

1. Check the engine oil level; add oil as necessary to bring the level up to the FULL mark on the dipstick or to the point of overflowing if your engine has an oil fill tube.

2. Make sure the engine air cleaner element is clean and the air cleaner assembly is tight.

3. Be sure the gas tank has clean, fresh gasoline.

The gas tank cap must be screwed on tightly.

4. Check the spark plug wire; make sure that it is securely attached to the spark plug.

5. Put the Wheel Gear Lever (on Econo-Horse and Pony Models) in ENGAGE. On Junior tillers, the

Wheel

Dri ve

Pins

must be ENG

AGED

through the wheel hubs and the wheel shaft.

TO BEGIN TILLING:

1. Make sure that the Wheel Gear Lever is in ENGAGE on Econo-Horse and Pony Models. On

the Junior Model, the Wheel Drive Pins have to be engaged.

2. Move the Depth Regulator Lever to the de-

sired position.

When practicing with your tiller or when moving the tiller to or from the garden, keep the tines in the "travel" position.

When till ing, you

must

move

the

Depth

Regulator Lever to the desired setting, increase

the engine speed, and then begin tilling.

3. Start the engine and allow it to warm up before increasing the engine speed.

4. For forward motion of the wheels/tines, pull the Forward Clutch "paddles" up and hold them up against the handlebars.

If you want to go forward in close quarters,

push the Mane uvering C

ch Le

ver

in. The

lut

tines/wheels rotate while you hold the lever in.

5. For REVERSE motion of the wheels/tines, lift the rear of the tiller up until its tines clear the

ground and then pull the Maneuvering Clutch Lever out. Hold the Maneuvering Clutch Lever out for as long as you need to move in reverse.

To stop

reverse

moti on, let go of

the Maneuvering Clutch Lever. It will automatically return to NEUTRAL.

TURNING AROUND

Turning your tiller around is f should practice this maneuver before you take your tiller into the garden for the first time. See Photos 4-2 and 4-3.

The key to turning around is remembering that the balance point of your tiller is the wheels. When ready to turn around, lift up on the handlebars to find where the engine and tines are balanced. Then push sideways on the handlebar to move the tiller in the direction of the turn.

air

ly easy. You

Photo 4-2: When you reach the end of a row, slow the engine down and lift up raise the tines Irom the soil. The Econo-Horse Model is shown.

Photo

4-3: Use the wheels as a pivot point to balance

the engine and tines. Push the handlebars sideways to move the tiller in the direction of the turn, and continue up the n Model tiller.

ext

row. Shown is the Econo-Horse

on the handle bars to

STOPPING THE TILLER AND ENGINE

1. To s orward

F Maneuvering Clutch Lever (whiche ver control you have engaged).

2. If

Engine Throttle Lever to STOP. If you have an electric start model, you could also turn the Engine Ignition Switch to OFF.

cedures stops the engine, move the choke lever

to FULL CHOKE. Do not use this practice except

in an emergency as it could lead to engine damage. Check the throttle cable adjustment and readjust it or replace the cable if necessary.

top

the

eel s/

tin

es , release the

Clut

you

ch "paddles" or re

want

stop

the e

ngi

lea

se the

ne, move the

In an emergency, if neither of the above pro-

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CHANGING SPEEDS(Econo-Horse Model tiller only)

The ECONO-HORSE'" tiller has dual speeds

for the wheels and tines. Changing the speed

range is just a matter of moving the forward drive belt from one set of grooves in the engine-driven pulley and the transmission pulley to the other set of pulley grooves.

Use the LOW speed belt range for jobs which need more power such as tilling sod and unworked soil; or for tilling under cover crops or ex-

tremely heavy weeds. Your ECONO-HORSE tiller is shipped to you with the belt in the LOW

range. Keep the belt in this range while you are

familiarizing yourself with the operation of the tiller. After you've gained experience with the tiller, then you can experiment with the HIGH speed belt range.

Use the HIGH speed belt range for situations

like shallow cultivation, final seedbed preparation , or for power composting heavy leaves, straw,

However, if the soil you are tilling this material

into is very hard, you may have to return to the

LOW speed belt range for better results. There is a decal on the top of the belt cover that

shows the belt positions for the two speeds.

hay,mulch

WIR

, or

composted

BE~

mater

ial.

To change from LOW SpeedtoHIGH Speed:

1. Place the Wheel Gear Lever in DISENGAGE (FREE WHEEL).

2. Use a secure the belt cover to the tiller.

3. From underneath the tiller, work the forward drive belt into the center groove in the transmission pulley.

4. Push up on the forward drive belt to get slack where the belt goes around the engine-driven pulley.

5. Work the belt into the forward groove on the engine-driven pulley.

Photo 4-5: Removing Belt Cover.

1/2" wrench to remove the two nuts that

A WARNING

Before changing belt speeds, stop the en-

gine, allow the engine to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, and remove the

Ignition Switch key.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.

-6:

Photo

Speed Groove of TransmissionPulley.

Photo Speed Position on Engine-Driven Pulley.

Moving

4-7

: Moving Forward Drive Belt into High

Forward

Drive Belt into High

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NOTE

If the belt only goes part-way into the forward groove of the engine-driven pulley, pull on the start rope to turn the engine-driven pulley to force the belt into the groove.

6. Reinstall the belt cover. Use the 1/2" wrench to securely tighten the nuts.

To change from HIGH speed to LOW speed:

A WARNING

Before changing belt speeds, stop the en-

gine, allow the engine to cool, disconnect

the spark plug wire and prevent it from

touching the spark plug, and remove the

Ignition Switch key. Failure to follow these instructions could re-

sult in personal injury or property damage.

1. Move the Wheel Gear Lever to DISENGAGE

(FREE WHEEL) .

2. Remove the belt cover by removing the nuts on the back of the cover with a 1/2" wrench. See Photo 4-5.

3. Move the forward drive belt into the rear groove on the engine-driven pulley.

5. Reinstall the belt cover. Use the 1/2" wrench to securely tighten the nuts.

Phot

o 4

-8:

Moving

Speed Position on Engine-Driven Pulley.

Forwa rd Drive Belt

int

o Low

NOTE

If the forward drive belt will not slip all the

way into

rear groove on the enginedriven pulley, pull the recoil starter rope while forcing the belt to the rear.

4. From underneath the tiller, work the forward drive belt from the center groove on the transmission pulley to the rear groove.

TILLING IN THE GARDE N

Guiding Your Tiller

While tilling, relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along while the tines do the digging. Walk alongside the tiller on the side that is not yet finished (to avoid making footprints in the just-tilled soil) and lightly, but securely grip the handlebar

with one hand.

Please do not push down on the handlebars in

an attempt to force the tiller to dig deeper. Doing so takes the weight off the wheels, reduces traction, and causes the tines to attempt to propel the tiller instead of just digging. This can cause the tiller to skip rapidly across the garden.

Sometimes slight downward pressure on the

handlebars will help get through a particularly tough section of sad or unbroken ground, but in most cases this won't be necessary at all.

4-9

Photo Speed Position on the Transmission Pulley.

Tilling Depths

: Moving

For

ward

Drive Belt into Low

When you start to till in the garden, remember to take it easy. Don't try to take too deep a cut in the first pass through sad or hard ground that has not been tilled for years.

It's almost impossible to get down four or five inches on the first pass through untilled soil. In very hard, dry soil, you should start tilling at a

very shallow depth regulator setting, only an inch

or two deep for the first time. In each succeeding pass, you can go down a few more inches, gradually working down to the depth you want (watering your garden a few days prior to tilling will make the going much easier). At any time, if you have difficulty getting down really deep, let the newly worked soil set for a day or two. When you return to it, the tilling will be easier.

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It is best not to work the soil when it is too

soggy or wet. Doing so will make too many clumps that won't break up very easily. If time will permit, always wait a day or so after heavy rains for the ground to dry.

In most soils, it's best to start out at the third or fourth notch of the depth regulator to break through the upper inch or two of soil. The fastest method is to till as deep as you can without making the tiller jump when it hits rocks, etc., but you should wait until you are very familiar with the

tiller's operation before you use that procedure.

When you are cultivating your garden, the

tines should be adjusted to till to a depth of just

-1

/2" to 2" so they won't injure your plants'

1 roots, which grow close to the surface. If you no-

tice the tines are digging too deeply (even when in the highest notch), then you may have to lift up on the handlebars slightly. Also use the high

belt range when cultivating as the faster wheel

and tine speeds will help prevent the tiller from digging too deeply.

Sketch 4-12. Again, overlap each pass to really

pulverize the entire garden area. (In very hard ground. it might take three or four passes before you make much headway.)

Sketch 4-12. Tilling pattern for unbroken ground.

If your garden is not wide enough to till length-

wise and then crosswise , then you should first

overlap by one-half a tiller width, followed by successive passes at one-quarter tiller width.

This overlapping method will assure you of thor-

oughly breaking up the ground

-See

Sketch 4-13.

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,.",...

Photo 4-10: Cultivating.

Tilling Patterns

''k~~

_. 1f..,"'--1

'\-

",,""

When preparing a seedbed, go over the same

path twice in the first row, then overlap one-half a

tiller width on the s

ucceeding

passe

s-see Sketch 4-11. After going up and down the rows in one direction, make a second pass at a right angle

Sketch 4-11: This is the tilling pattern recommended

for previously worked soil. Overlap each row one-half

across

your ea

rlierpasses

- re

fer

a tiller width.

Sketch 4-13: Tilling pattern for narrow strips.

If you plan your garden carefully, you can allow enough room between rows to cultivate, as shown in Sketch 4-14. The Econo-Horse has a tilling width of 18" (the Pony 16", and the Junior

14"), so leave that much distance between the rows, plus enough extra plant growi ng room

above ground. Remember some crops take lots

om-

of ro

Sketch

wanted weeds.

like beans, tomatoes, and peas.

4-14: Cultivate between

ants to uproot un-

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Choosing Wheel and Tine Speeds

With a little experimenting, you can soon find the proper tilling depth, engine throttle setting , and wheel and tine speeds that are just right for the piece of soil on which you are working. What this means is:

1. You advance the throttle lever on the handle-

bars to keep the engine running at a sufficient power level to do the job. Don't run your engine

at full throttle all of the time. Instead, try to judge

when the engine is providing the proper amount

ower

of p Matching engine power to the work is easier on the engine and on the tiller. The sound of your engine operating will be your best guide.

- not too

iittle

, but not to o much.

2. You have the depth regulator set in a notch

which is not so deep that it causes the engine to labor or the tiller to jump.

3. You have the tines turning over fast enough to

really break up the soil with a minimum number of passes. Faster engine and wheel speeds may be desirable to break up the last bits of soil or vegetation when you are making final passes, or when you are cultivating.

By the way, try to give your engine a "rest" period during tiiling operations by every so often letting it run at low idle for a minute or any ioad on it. This practice of giving your engine a break while you pick up rocks, prepare to start a new row, or when just pausing for a moment will

improve fuel economy and add years to the life of your engine.

When your tiller is working properly, you can hear that the engine is not laboring very hard and see that the tines are breaking up the soil into small, thoroughly tilled bits.

Remember that the wheels have two functions. First they power the tiller in forward or in reverse. Also, they turn much slower than the tines, thus holding the tiller back while the tines dig. Because the separately geared tines revolve much faster than the wheels, they can easily chop up, shred and bury organic material. The tine hood aids in this process as sod, soil and vegetation are thrown up against it by the revolving tines, where it is trapped momentarily before being further broken up and put back in the gar-

den.

two-

without

Avoid always try to walk alongside the tiller on the side

that is not yet finished. well prepared, you can easily walk alongs ide while guiding your tiller with one hand.

than just good appearance to your garden.

aids in preventing soil erosion and avoids "planting" unwanted weed seeds right back in your newly tilled ground. It also leaves your soil nice and loose, so that vegetable roots can penetrate it easily.

Making Fo

When making final tilling or

Eliminating footprints contributes much more

otprin

ltivating passes,

If the ground has been

Clearing Debris from the Tine Area

Your Bolo Tines have a self-cleaning action which just about eliminates most tangling in the tines. But occasionally, dried out grass, stringy stalks, or tough vines may become tangled. If this happens, lift the tines out of the soil and run your tiller in reverse for a few feet. This reverses the direction of the tines and should unwind a

good deal of debris.

It isn't necessary to remove all the residue, but

don't let it build up to a point where it chokes off the action of the tines. If reversing the tiller doesn't work, then STOP the machine and engine and remove the tangled material by hand. A

small pocket knife or linoleum knife will help you

cut away the material.

A WARNING

Before unclogging the tines, stop the en-

gine, disconnect the spark plug wire and

keep it from touching the spark plug, re-

move the Engine Ignition key and allow the

engine and muffler to cool.

Failure to follow these instructions could re-

sult in personal injury or property damage.

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Normally, you can avoid most tangling problems by setting the depth regulator deep enough to get maximum "chopping" action as the tines chop the material against the ground, and by till-

ing under crop residues or cover crops while they are still green, moist and tender.

Also, you might try swaying the handlebars from side to side (about 6" to 12") while continuing to power compost. This "fishtailing" action often clears the debris out of the tines.

Power Composting

It is essential that a garden be fed something

if it is to be bountiful year after year in the same location. You must replenish the plant nut prim arily nitrogen, sium-

that you took away from the soil in the

phospho

rous and potas -

rients-

form of harvested vegetables and fruits. The first place to begin is with crop residues, which include leftover leaves, vines, stems and roots.

Power compost these crop residues directly

into your garden soil as soon as they finish bearing. The sooner this is done, the better. Tender green matter not only tills in easier, but provides that much more good food for the earthworms and other beneficial forms of soil life.

Standing cornstalks of reasonable height can be power composted. Pushing over (but not uprooting) tall cornstalks will often make it easier for your tiller to chop up the stalks. Keep the

tines clear of excessive tangling by "fishtailing" or frequently using Reverse. Make several passes, then return a few days later to finish off any remaining stubble.

After all the powercomposting has been done, you should plant a "green manure" cover crop to protect your soil during the off-season. Green manures are also called "cover crops" or "catch

You

crops".

simply grow a crop of clover, alfalfa, buckwheat, peas, beans, rye grass, grain, or kale and then later till it into the soil, thus adding far more nutrients than you have taken out.

Using Reverse To Help Turn Around in Tight Areas

Using your tiller near obstacles like fences,

stone walls, sheds or trees needn't be a problem

if you use Reverse to help you maneuver the

tiller around and away from the obstacles. For example, turning around at the end of a row in the garden that's very near a fence is easy. When at the end of a row, you can go right up near the

obstac

le, then engage the t

iller

in Reverse while holding the handlebars up and turning the tiller at the same time. Alternating brief ly be

tweengoing

Forward and then in Reverse will let you complete your turn in a very small area.

Photo 4-16: Tilling under cornstalks.

After all the crop residues have been tilled under, add more organic matter such as leaves, grass clippings and even kitchen scraps. This organic matter will decompose and add even more important nutrients to the soil to help plants thrive next Spring.

Photo 4-17: Toturn around in cramped quarters, move close to obstacle, then put the tiller in Reverse while lifting up on the handlebars (to raise the tines out the soil) and turning the tiller.

Tilling Near Obstacles Requires Caution

Always be sure to avoid coming too close to any obstacles (fences, rock walls, posts, buildings, etc.) that could be damaged by your tiller, or th at

could

causedamage

to your t

iller. Whenever possible, stay away from objects such as this. Tilling another few inches closer to an obstacle just isn't worth the property damage that could occur unexpected

AVOID GROUND CABLES, WIRES OR GAS LINES!

AREAS

THA

ly.

T MAY HAVE

UNDER

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Before you do any tilling with your tiller,please find out if there are any cables, electric lines or gas lines that might have been installed underground by a local utility company or by a previous owner of your property. Ifthere are any lines, avoid tilling near them. This is an IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTION that should be investigated fully until you know that you're tilling in a

safe area.

A WARNING

BEFORE TELEPHONE OR UTILITY COMPANY IF

UNDERGROUND EQUIPMENT OR LINES ARE USED IN YOUR AREA. Their representative will be glad to answer your questions and tell you if any of their equipment or lines are buried underground on your property.

Tilli ng Up and Down Slopes

If you must garden on a moderate slope, then

the best way to do so is by planting rows up and down the slope. Tilling vertically in this manner perm its you to use the entire area seedbed as well as to provide enough room between rows so that you can cultivate between them during the growing season (you lose these valuable benefits when you terrace garden,

which is discussed next).

TILLING,

CONTACT

YOUR

foryour

Whenever you are tilling verticaliy on the slightest slope, try to make your first pass uphill. Your tiller digs in much more deeply going uphill

than it does downhill. The powered wheels of your tiller pull the machine up the hill to do your digging and also hold the tiller back while you go downhill to prevent the tiller from going too fast. In soft soil or weeds, you may have to lift the handlebars up slightly as you go uphill. When going back down the slope, overlap your first

pass by about half the width of the tiller. Tilling Across Slopes with Terraces

Whenever a slope is too steep or too short for vertical tilling, it may be necessary to till across the slope laterally. The best way to achieve good

results tilling across the slope is to create ter-

races for your garden.

Terraces should be about two to three feet wide. This means you'll be able to plant one or two rows of plants and till under crop residues and cover crops, but there may not be enough room for cultivating with your tiller. terraces too wide, you would be digging as much as a foot into the uphill side of the terrace and you would end up trying to grow vegetables in the poor subsoilthere.)

First, make sure that the slope is not too steep

to till safely. Then start to terrace on the top of the slope and passes, your tiller can carve out a flat and wide enough terrace for planting, as shown in Sketch 4-19. Each succeeding lower terrace is started by walking belowthe terrace you're preparing.

work

down

. In

(If you make

three

or four

Photo 4-18: Tilling up a slope.

Gardening vertically does not involve much of a soil erosion problem, as long as you put in enough o moisture-holding ability of your soil, and if you avoid leaving footprints and wheel marks. Soil in

this condition is loose enough to prevent packing, and is held together well enough by those

organic materials so that it readily absorbs water.

rga

nic

mater

ial to improve

the

12" UNTILLED

Sketch 4-19: Creating a terrace in

passes.

Make sure that you don't till the last 12" or more of the downhill outside edge of each terrace-See ken beneath the outside edge will help to pre-

vent terraces from breaking apart and washing downhill. It also gives you a walking path between the terraces.

R E P EAT

just

three tilling

Photo 4-20. Keeping the soil unbro-

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Photo 4-20: Leave the outside edge (12"or more) unbroken to prevent erosion.

Tilling Across Slopes Without Terraces

If terracing isn't practical for you, then you can till laterally across a slope, although we don't really recommend it. For best results, we urge you to till vertically up and down a slope, or create terraces.

First, make sure that the slope is not too steep to till safely. Then, begin at the top of the slope and overlap half of each tilled path, always keeping the uphill wheel in the soft, newly tilled soil. Doing so will help keep the tiller more stable across a relatively steep slope.

UPHILL TILLING NOTE

When tilling on slopes, be extra careful to see

that your engine crankcase is kept filled to either

FULL mark on the dipstick (6HP Tecumseh

the engines)or to the top of the engine oil fill tube (5HP Briggs and 4HP Tecumseh engines).

When tilling at the deepest settings and going up a steep hill, the oil slants away from its normal level and can starve the engine of lubrication as the engine's oil dipper may not be able to reach the oil due to its slanted level. Keeping the

oil level at the the protection of your engine.

To prevent engine damage from oil starvation,

check engine oil level at least every half-hour during uphill tilling operations.

FULL mark is very important for

LOADIN G AND UNLOADING TILLER

Loading and unloading your tiller into a vehicle is potentially hazardous and we don't recommend that you do so unless absolutely necessary, as this could result in personal injury or property damage.

However, if you must load or unload the tiller,follow the guidelines given next.

• Shut the tiller engine off before loading or unloading. Allow the tiller engine to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from

touching the spark plug. (Remove the Ignition

Switch key on electric start models.)

·The tiller is too heavy (well over 200 pounds) and bulky to lift safely by one person.

tiller, two or more people should share the load.

• We recommend that you use sturdy ramps and that you manually (engine shut off) roll the tiller into and out of the vehicle. This will require assistance from another person.

• Ramps should be strong enough to support the tiller and the handlers. The ramps should provide good traction to prevent slipping; they should have side rails to guide the tiller up and down the ramps; and they should have a locking device to secure them to the vehicle bed.

WARNING

lift the

• The operator and handlers should wear sturdy

footwear that will help to prevent slips.

• Position the vehicle so the ramp angle is as flat as possible (the less the incline of the ramp, the better). Turn the vehicle's engine off and apply the vehicle's parking brake.

• When going up ramps, stand in the normal operating position and push the tiller ahead of you. Have a person at each wheel to turn the wheels.

• When going down ramps, walk backward down the ramp with the tiller following you. Keep alert

for, and avoid any obstacles that could cause you to fall. Position a person at each wheel to

control the speed of the tiller. Never go down ramps tiller-first, as the tiller could tip forward.

• Have wooden blocks handy to place on the

downhill side of the wheels if you need to stop the tiller from rolling down the ramp when un-

loading or loading. Use the blocks to temporarily

keep the tiller in place on the ramps while you get a firmer grip on the handlebars, reposition the tiller, etc. Also use the blocks to chock the wheels in place after you've tied the tiller down.

• Once the tiller is in the vehicle, move the

Wheel Gear Lever to "ENGAGE" (on EconoHorse and Pony Models) or be sure the Wheel Drive Pins are Engaged (Junior Model). This locks the wheels in position and helps prevent the tiller from moving. Then securely tie the tiller down.

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Section

Tiller

There are a few very important steps that you can perform in order to get the best performance and longest life from your tiller. These steps are: frequent engine oil changing, frequent air cleaner element cleaning and replacing, keeping the engine cooling fins clean, lubricating the tiller regularly, and keeping the belts adjusted properly.

You will be operating your tiller in a very dusty environment, often for extended time periods at high temperatures. Proper maintenance is therefore very important.

And

Engine

Maintenance

A WARNING

Before performing any maintenance on your tiller, stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then remove the Engine Ignition key.

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

LUBRICATION

Proper lubrication is an essential part of your maintenance program. By oiling or greasing the lubrication points shown in Photos 5-1 and 5-2 at regular intervals,you will be sure of the best performance from your tiller. Use ordinary clean engine motor oil (30 weight) where oil is called for. Use a good quality grease that has a metal lubricant added when possible; however, regular grease is acceptable.

•

Photo 5-1: Lubrication points common to the Econo-Horse, Pony,

and

JuniorModel tillers.

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1. Remove one wheel , clean the wheel shaft, and apply a thin coat of grease. Repeat at the other end of the.wheel shaft.

2. Grease the back, front, and sides of the Depth Regulator Lever.

3. Oil the entire length of the Engine Throttle

cable (all models) and the Wheel Gear cable (except Junior ModeL) Just apply oil to the outside of the cables, allow it to work its way inside, and wipe off the excess oil.

4. Oil the threads on the Adjustment Handle.

5. Oil the pivot points on the shifting mechanism.

6. Oil the handlebar pivot points.

7. Clean and grease the tine shaft on both sides of the tiller. Inspect the tine shaft for rust, rough

spots, or burrs; especially near the holes. File or sand any rust, rough spots, or burrs smooth and then coat the tine shaft ends with grease to make future removal easier.

Car

8. careful not to spill any oil on the belts or pulleys.

efully oil the idler arm pivot points. Be

Handlebar

Height

TIGHTENING NUTS AND BOLTS

A WARNING

Before inspecting or servicing the tiller, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it from touching the spark plug, remove the Engine Ignition key and allow the engine and muffler to cool.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.

It's a very good idea to periodically check all nuts, bolts, and screws on your tiller for tightness. Loose nuts, bolts, or screws can lead to equipment failure, poor performance, or oil leaks. Most nuts, bolts, and screws on your tiller are

easily visible.

There are also three end cap screws on the

rear end of your tiller's transmission that should

be inspected for tightness. Gently tilt the tiller forward on its engine and support it in this position.

Lift the rear flap and tighten the screws.

Photo 5-2: Lubrication points on the shifting mecha- nism.

CHECK FOR OIL LEAKS

You should regularly check your tille r for oil leaks, both from the transmission and from the engine. Look for signs of an oil leak by looking

for a dirty, oily accumulation on the transmission

and engine. Also look on the floor where you've

been parking the tiller.

A little seepage around a gasket or oil seal is

not a cause for alarm. However, if oil drips while the tiller is sitting overnight, then you should place the worn oil seal or gasket right away- first try tightening any loose screws or bolts.

If your tiller leaks a fair amount of oil, you

should not run it until you have replaced the gasket or oil seal. Ignoring leakage can cause expensive damage to the transmission or engine.

If you have problems with a tiller leak, please call

or write our Technical Service Department here at the factory.

re-

Photo 5-3: Tightening end cap screws.

---

ADDING, CHECKING, OR CHANGING TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL

Every 30 hours of tiller operation you should check the transmission oil level. Also check the transmission oil level if you notice any oil seepage. If you allow the tiller transmission to run low on oil, increased heat buildup could cause expensive damage to the transmission.

check

1. Make sure that the tiller is parked on a level area. Place the Depth Regulator Lever in the

second notch. This is its most level position.

2. Use a 3/8" open end wrench to loosen the

transmission oil check plug (above the left wheel

axle, on the side of the transmission case).

If the transmission oil level is

3. should just begin to flow out of the check hole.

NOTE: Make this check when the transmission is not hot. If hot, the gear oil has expanded and might give an incorrect reading.

the

transm

ission

gear oil level:

cor

rect, oil

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oil

To add gear

1. Fol

Transmission Gear Oil Level"covered previously.

2. Unscrew the transmission oil filier cap (on top of the transmission).

3. Use a clean funnel to prevent spills and pour clean SAE 140 or SAE 90 weight gear oil into the transmission. Don't use multi-viscosity gear oil, automatic transmission fluid, or engine oil in

the transmiss ion . They are way too light for

Photo 5-4: oil to transmission. Stop when oil exits from check hole at the side.

6. Reinstall the transmission oil fill hole plug. Securely tighten it by hand.

To drain and refill changed unless you know that it has been con-

taminated with dirt, sand or metal particles. if you are making repairs to the transmission.

1. Place a prop underneath the tiller so that it will be supported when you wheel.

2. Remove the hardware securing the wheel to the wheel shaft from the left-hand wheel. Slide the wheel pin out of the holes in the wheel. Remove the wheel.

low

Add

The transmission gear oil does not have to be

Youwill have to drain the transmission gear oil

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Photo 5-5: Draining Gear Oil from Transmission.

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4. gear oil when it begins to f from the transmission oil check hole.

5. Reinstall the tra check and tighten it securely with the 3/8"

wrench.

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remove the left-hand

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gear oil fill plug from atop the transmission.

Use

3/8" open end wrench to take

out the

pan

ission

dra

your

trans-

mission gear oil drain plug from the left-hand side of the transmission (beneath the left-hand axle shaft). Then oil check hole plug (on the left-hand side of the transmission above the wheel axle shaft).

6. Allow all transmission oil to drain into the pan.

7. When the oil stops flowing, tilt the tiller forward so oil will drain from the rear of the transmission.

8. After all the gear oil has drained, clean the threads of the transmission gear oil drain plug,

apply a non-hardening gasket sealant to the plug's threads and reinstall the plug. Securely tighten it.

9. Insert a clean funnel in the transmission oil fill hole. Slowly pour SAE 140 weight gear oil into the transmission. proximately tilt the tiller backwards to make sure that the rear end of the transmission gets filled with gear oil. When gear oil begins to flow out of the transmission gear oil check hole, your transmission is full.

10. Reinstall the transmission gear oil check hole plug. Securely tighten it with the 3/8" wrench.

11. Reinstall the transmission gear oil fill hole plug. Tighten it securely by hand.

12. Reinstall the left-hand wheel. Remove prop.

remove the transmission gear

You

r transmission will hold ap-

1/4 pints (52-54 ounces). Slightly

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Keeping the engine oil level correct is very important. Running your engine when it is low on oil is an invitation to expensive engine damage.

Check the engine oil level before using the tiller. Also check it every five hours of operation. If you are working in very dusty conditions, check

the oil level more frequently and change the oil

more often than the recommended intervals.

check

1. Move the tiller to a level area.

2. Move the Depth Regulator Lever to the second notch (from the top). This puts the engine in a level position.

3. Clean the area around either the engine dipstick or oil fill tube so no debris will fall into the engine. If your engine has a fill tube, take off its

cap-the oil should be up to the top of the tube. Add oil if needed, then replace the cap. If your engine has a dipstick, remove it, wipe it clean, and follow steps 4 through 6 next.

4. Screw the dipstick into the engine all the way. Then tighten it finger-tight.

5. Unscrew the dipstick. The oil level should be between the FULL and the ADD marks. Add clean SAE 30W weight oil to bring the oil level up to the FULL mark. Do not overfill the engine.

NOTE: SAE 10W30 oil is an acceptable substitute for SAE 30W oil. Do not use SAE 10W40 oil.

the engine oil level:

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Photo 5-6: Checking the engine oil level on the 6HP

Tecumseh engine on the Econo-Horse tiller.

3. Place a board beneath the wheel opposite the

drain plug you'll be using.

4. Place a pan beneath the drain plug.

5. Use a 3/8" open end wrench to remove the

drain plug. Let the oil drain into the pan.

6. Clean the drain plug's threads and reinstall it.

Be sure to tighten the drain plug very securely.

7. Refill the engine crankcase with fresh oil.

Check

Depending upon the engine you have, use either

the dipstick or inspect the level in the oil fill tube.

the

engine

oil

level

carefu

lly

6. After checking the oil level, reinstall the dip-

stick. Tighten it securely.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL

Clean, fresh engine oil is essential for best performance and longer engine life. You should change the engine oil after the first two (2) hours of engine operation. After this initial oil change, change the oil every ten (10) hours of operation.

If you are operating under very dusty or dirty conditions, change the engine oil even more frequently.

Always use oil that is classified SF, SE, SD, or SC. Use SAE 30 weight oil (SAE 10W30 is an acceptable substitute) when the outside temper-

°F.

ature is above 32

ter use, see the engine manufacturer's Engine

Owner's Manual supplied to you.

The engine oil capacity depends on the model

tiller: the Econo-Horse's Tecumseh engine is proximately 19 ounces: the Pony's Briggs engine is about 20 ounces or to the top of the oil fill tube; the Junior's Tecumseh engine is about ounces or to the top of the oil fill tube.

To change the engine oil:

1. Run the engine until it is warm and then shut it

off. Warm oil drains more easily and also carries more of the contaminants away.

2. Note the drain plug on either side of the en-

gine base. Use the plug that's more convenient.

Do not use 10W40. For win-

ap-

AIR CLEANER SERVICE

Your engine is equipped with an air cleaner whose purpose is to filter the air before entering the carburetor. Frequent air cleaner service is essential for performance and long engine life.

The Econo-Horse and Pony have dual ele-

ment air cleaners. The Junior has a single ele-

ment air cleaner. Each differs in service requirements as noted:

Econo-Horse (see Photo 5-8)-clean and re-

oil the outer foam element every 10 hours; replace the inner paper filter every 50 hours or annually if 50 hours is not reached.

....

Photo 5-8: Econo-Horse dual-element

system-outerfoam pre-cleaner and inner paper fifter.

air

cleaner

Photo 5-7: Drain engine oil (Econo-Horseshown).

Photo element

tem. tern.

5-9A:

Pony

dual

IPhoto

air

cleaner sys- gle-stage air cleaner sys-

5-98:

Junior

sin-

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Pony (see Photo 5-9A}-elean (do not oil!) the outer foam element every 10 hours; clean the inner paper filter every 10 hours too, and replace it every 50 hours.

Junior(see Photo 5-9B}-replace the single paper filter element after every 25 hours of engine operation. Do not clean it or oil it.

icing

General Guidelines for serv cleaner systems:

•

Before

leanercover,always

grease in the immediate

irt

or grease or any foreign materials in the

d carburetor!

• Inspect your

modelcomes

for

filter

loose fit.

• Wash warm water use kerosene or mineral damage the foam. Then rinse it in clear water

and squeeze it unti l it is

Horse

oiled-squeeze

ModelTecumseh

foam pre-cleaner.

• Wipe the inside of the metal air cleaner cover pla grime. Do

• paper cover must

reassemb The performance upon

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IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Your tiller's engine is equipped with electronic ignition. It does not have either a condenser or points. Therefore, you do not have to perform any regular maintenance on this system other than checking, cleaning, and adjusting (or replacing) the spark plug as mentionedpreviously.

AIR COOLING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Since your tiller operates in such a dusty environment, you should frequently check the en-

gine's cooling system for any type of obstruction.

Look between the engine cooling fins and the engine air shrouds, and under the blower hous-

ing for any trapped debris.

After the engine has cooled, use a screwdriver or other tool to remove any trapped debris. Do not remove the blower housing unless it is absolutely necessary.

A WARNING

Failure to keep your engine's cooling sys-

tem clean will cause engine overheating

and will lead to engine damage.

BOLO TINES

Your tiller has bolo tines to more effectively

shred, chop, and bury the organic matter that you are tilling back into your garden soil.

With use, these tines will become shorter, nar-

rower, and pointed. When badly worn, they won't be able to turn over as much earth as new tines.

Compare your tines with those in Photo 5 you should notice a loss of tilling depth or poor power composting. If your tines have become too worn, you should replace them.

-1

0 if

SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE

NOTE: Before you remove the spark plug, brush or blow away debris from the top of the cylinder head. This prevents debris from accidentally falling into the spark plug hole.

Every fifty (50) hours of operation, remove the spark plug and replace or clean it. If cleaning, only scrape Reset the gap to .030". See engine literature.

it-do

not sandblast or wire brush it.

MODERATE

Photo 5-10: Checking Bolo Tines for wear.

WEAR

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Removing the Bolo Tine

Assembly

Use two 9/16" wrenches to remove both bolts

that hold an individual tine to the tine holder.

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark piug, then

Engine Ignition key before performing any

maintenance on your tiller. Failure to follow these instructions could re-

sult in personal injury or property damage.

1. Use a bolts that hold the hood to the rear hood support.

2. Use a bolts that hold the hood to the front hood support.

3. Remove the bolt and locknut that secure the

tine assembly to the tine shaft. See Photo 5

3/S" wrench to

7/16" wrench to remove the two forward

Remove the hood.

remove

Photo 5-11: Removing the Bolo Tine assembly The

Econo-Horse model is shown. The Pony and Junior

tine assemblies remove similarly

4. Use a rubber mallet to tap the tine assembly outward to loosen it from the tine shaft.

5. Slide the tine assembly

6. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 for the other tine assembly.

Removing Individual

You can either and then sembly, or you can from the tine assembly while it's still mounted on the tine shaft.

remove the bolo tine assembly

move

individual tines from the as-

offthe tine shaft.

Bolo

Tines

remove individual bolo tines

remove the

the two rear

-11

NOTE: You may the nut to loosen it. Remember to always turn the nut, not the bolt head.

oto

5-12:

Follow same procedure for all models.

have to use penetrating oil on

emov

ing an Individual

Bolo

Tine.

CHECKING DRIVE BELT TENSION

On a new tiller (or if you've installed a new belt

YOU

on an older tiller),

ably adjust the tension on the forward after the first two (2) hours of operation. This is due to the new belt seating in place.

The

more sparingly, will probably not require an initial tension adjustment until a significant number of operating hours has passed.

After this initial adjustment , check the belts'

tension

Maintaining the correct tension on the belts is important to good tilling performance and iong belt iife. If a belt is too loose, it will slip on the engine and transmission pulleys . This will cause the tines and wheels to slow down stop complete ning at full speed.

A loose belt will also result in uneven wear and overheating of the belt sidewalls. This reduces its driving capability and shortens its life.

When checking the belts for proper tension, also look for obvious signs of wear such as cracks, cuts, or fraying. If a belt is in poor condition, it should be replaced immediately.

verse

every ten (10) hours of operation.

ly-e

'll have to check and prob-

drive belt

drive belt, because it is used

drive

-o

ven though the engine is run-

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect

pre

vent

the spark plug wire and touching the spark plug, then

Engine Ignition key before performing any

maintenance on your tiller. Failure to follow these instructions could re-

sult in personal injury or property damage.

it from

remove the

A WARNING

Follow the belt adjustment instructions care-

fully. An incorrect adjustment could result in

the Forward Clutch mechanism engaging

too soon.

This could result in loss of tiller control and

personal injury or property damage.

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Checking Forward Drive Belt Tension

A WARNING

Stop the engine. allow it to cool. disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug. then remove the Engine Ignition key before performing any maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could re-

inpersonal injury or property damage.

sult

This test for the correct tension on the forward drive belt is the same check that you used when adjusting the handlebar height.

Please refer to Section 3. Handlebar Height Adjustment. for the correct procedures. If you get the 3/16" to 5/16" gap that is mentioned in the Handlebar Height Adjustment procedure. the tension on the forward drive belt is correct.

If you are unable to get the 3/16" to 5/16" gap

when the lower end of the Forward Clutch Rod is in the correct hole in the swivel plate. your belt may be worn and you may have to make the

secondary adjustment to the forward drive belt

idler to take up slack. Please refer to "Adjusting the Forward Drive Belt Tension" in this Section.

oto

5-13

: The gu ide

Adjustable Link (all models).

4. If the belt tension is correct. reinstall the belt

cover and secure it with the two nuts.

mar

k on th e Re v

erse

ADJUSTING THE FORWARD DRIVE BELT TENS ION

Checking the Reverse Drive Belt Tension

A WARNING

Stop the engine. allow it to cool. disconnect the spa rk plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug. then remove the

Engine Ignition key before performing any

maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could re-

sult in personal injury or property damage.

1. Remove the two nuts that secure the belt

cover to the tiller.

2. Position yourself at the front of the tiller and

use your left hand to push the reverse idler arm inward as far as possible. While holding the arm

at this position. look at the position of the belt

tension guide mark on the reverse adjustable

link. See Photo 5-13.

3. The belt tension is correct if the guide mark is

anywhere to the left (as viewed from the front of the tiller) of the pin. If the guide mark is aligned with. or moves to the right side of the pin. then the belt is too loose and it must be adjusted. See "Adjusting Reverse Drive Belt Tension" in this Section.

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug. then remove the Engine Ignition key before performing any maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.

To correctly adjust the tension on the forward drive belt. you must first make certain that the lower end of the Forward Clutch Lever is in the

correct hole in the swivel plate as described in

Section 3. Handlebar Height Adjustment.

If. after the handlebar height adjustment has been performed, you are still unable to get the 3/16" to 5/16" gap as described in that procedure. you will have to make a secondary adjust-

ment to compensate for the slack in the worn

belt. Do this as follows:

1. Remove the inner hairpin cotter from the lower

end of the Forward Clutch Rod.

2. Unscrew the Forward Clutch Rod (counter-

clockwise as viewed from front of tiller) until the threaded upper end of the Forward Clutch Rod protrudes slightly above the rectangular nut in the Forward Clutch bracket. See Photo 5-14.

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Photo 5-14: The c Forward Clutch Rod

rectangular nut.

ONE QR TWO THREADS \1

PROTRUDING ABOVE

THE RECTANGULAR NUT

-R

ECTANGULAR

B NUT

orr

ect distance to unscrew the

-o

ne or two threads above the

6. Push inward on the forward idler arm and remove the clevis pin.

7. Note the two holes in the forward adjustable

link. Push inward on the forward idler.arm and install the clevis pin through the forward adjustable link and bac k through the hole in the idler arm. Secure the clevis pin with

the hairpin cotter.

IMPORTANT

While pushing inward on the forward idler arm, make

pushed off to the right-hand side of the tiller. This creates more room to install the clevis pin

when you push the forward idler arm inward.

certainthat

the forward

ins

ide

hole in the

drive

belt is

3. Remove the belt cover.

4. Slip the forward

driven pulley by pushing it off with your left hand while pulling the engine starter rope with your right hand (pulling on the starter rope makes the pulley turn, aiding you in removing the belt).

Photo

5-15

: Slipping the Forward Drive Belt off the

engine-driven pulley

5. On the LEFT side of the tiller (as viewed from the operator's position) remove the hairpin cotter from the clevis pin that connects the forward idler arm to the forward adjustable link.

'FORWARD

laLER

ARM

Photo 5 Forward Idler Arm.

-16

: Removing the Clevis Pin from the

ive belt off the en

gin

8. Place the forward drive belt in the grooves of

both the engine drive pulley and the transmis-

sion pulley. Be sure the forward drive belt is to the inside of the metal belt guide (on the righthand side of the tiller). A drive belt is to the inside of the forward drive idler pulley (on the left-hand side of the tiller) .

lso-be

sure the forward

WIRE Ee RM BEI!1i GUIDE

9. Readjust the forward drive belt tension by fol-

lowing Adjustment" in Section 3.

the

instructions

in "Handlebar

Height

10. Reinstall the belt cover and secure it in place

with the two nuts.

IMPORTANT

With the clevis pin installed in the inner hole in the forward adjustable link, you will be limited in the number of future belt tension adjustments you can make. When the time comes, in future belt tension ad can not

farther into the rectangular nut in the Forward

Clutch bracket, you must replace the forward

drive belt. Before installing a new belt, be sure to return the clevis pin to the ou the adjustable link.

screw

the Forward Clutch Rod any

just

ments , that you

tside

hole in

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REMOVING THE FORWARD DRIVE BELT

IMPORTANT: The Econo-Horse Model tiller has

two forward speeds and one reverse speed, so its engine-driven forward pulley has two belt grooves and its lower transmission pulley has 3 belt grooves; the Pony and Junior Models have one forward speed and one reverse speed, so their engine-driven forward pulley has one belt groove instead of two, and their transmission pulley has two grooves instead of three.

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then remove the

Engine Ignition key before performing any maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.

1. Remove the reverse belt by following the in-

structions in "Removing the Reverse Drive Belt" given later in this section.

2. Move the forward drive belt completely off the

forward engine pulley (this is the belt that's on the upper pulley furthest from the engine). Then, reach underneath the tiller and move the forward drive belt fully off the transmission pulley.

1. Thread the new forward drive belt downward,

down between the rear of the engine-driven pulley and the forward drive idler arm.

Photo

5-19: Installing the Forward Drive Belt.

2. Push the forward drive belt down and over the

front of the transmission pulley. If you need more working room, use a 3/8" wrench to loosen the belt guide on the left-hand side of the tiller and

twist the belt guide out of the way.

3. Place the forwa rd drive belt on the Econo-

Horse in either the center groove or the rear groove on the transmission pulley (put belt in rear groove on Pony and Junior models). Then

work the forward drive belt onto the correspond-

ing groove in the engine-driven pulley(upper pulley). Make sure that the forward drive belt is to

the inside of the wire belt guide (on the right

hand side of the tiller).

4. If you previously loosened the belt guide, wait

until you reinstall the reverse drive belt before securing the belt quide. This is so you can center the belt guide on the reverse drive belt.

5. Reinstall the reverse drive belt.

6. If you've installed a brand new belt, check the

tension and adjust it after two hours of tilling.

Photo 5-18: Moving the Forw transmission pulley. The triple-groove Econo-Horse transmission pulley is shown. The Pony and Junior have a double-groove pulley.

3. From the top of the tiller, grab the top of the

forward drive belt and pull up on Guide it so that it doesn't hang up on anything.

ard

Drive Belt

it to remove it.

off

the

INSTALLING THE FORWARD DRIVE BELT

NOTE: If you are installing both belts, you

must install the forward drive belt first.

Photo 5-20: The Installed Forward Drive Belt.

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REMOVING THE REVERSE DRIVE BELT

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then remove the

Engine Ignition key before performing any

maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or propertydamage.

1. Remove the belt cover by removing the two nuts that secure it to the tiller.

2. Move the reverse drive belt off the reverse pulley (the pulley closest to the engine).

INSTALLING THE

REVERSE DRIVE BELT

NOTE: If you are installing both belts, you

must install the forward drive belt before you install the reverse drive belt.

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then remove the Engine Ignition key before performing any maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.

1. Push the reverse belt down, between the reverse pulley and the forward engine-driven pulley,

Photo 5-21: Moving Reverse Drive Belt verse pulley

3. Push downward on the reverse drive belt. Reach underneath the tiller and move the reverse drive belt off the transmission pulley.

Photo 5-22: Moving Reverse Drive Belt off the transmission pulley

4. Pull reverse drive belt up, guiding it so that it doesn't hang up anywhere.

off

the re-

Photo 5-23: Installing the Reverse Drive Belt.

2. Loop the lower end of the reverse belt around the transmission pulley and fit it into the front groove in the transmission pulley.

3. Push the upper end of the reverse drive belt onto the reverse pulley. Make sure that the reverse drive belt goes to the inside of the reverse idler pulley.

Photo 5-24: The installed Reverse Drive Belt.

Page 45

4. If you loosened the reverse belt guide when

installing the forward drive belt, center the guide on the reverse belt and tighten the hardware securing the reverse belt guide to the tiller frame.

5. Reinstall the belt cover. Securely tighten the

two nuts that attach it to the tiller.

ADJUSTING REVERSE

DRIVE BELT TENSION

The reverse idler pulley (on the right hand side of the tiller) regulates the amount of tension that is applied to the reverse drive belt. The following adjustment will allow the idler pulley to apply more tension to a loose belt.

A WARNING

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then remove the

Engine Ignition key before performing any

maintenance on your tiller.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage.

4. Note the two holes in the reverse adjustable

link. Push in on the reverse idler arm and install the clevis pin through the and back through the hole in the idler arm . Secure the clevis pin with the hairpin cotter.

Photo 5-26: Installing Clevis Pin in inside hole in Reverse Adjustable Link.

5. Reinstall the reverse belt in the reverse pulley,

making sure that the belt is located behind the reverse idler pulley.

6. Reinstall the belt cover and secure it in place

with the two nuts.

inside hole in the link

1. Remove the belt cover.

2. Slip the reverse drive belt off the reverse pul-

ley. This will create slack in the belt that will give you more room to work.

3. Remove the hairpin cotter from the clevis pin

that connects the reverse idler arm to the reverse adjustable link. Then push in on the re-

verse idler arm and remove the clevis pin from

the arm and link.

IMPORTANT

If, in future tests for reverse belt tension (See "Checking Section), the guide mark on the reverse adjustable link should again align with, or move to the right side of the link pin, it means that the reverse belt is worn beyond adjustment. A new reverse belt must be installed. Before installing a new belt, be sure to return the clevis pin to the

Reverse

outside hole inthe adjustable link.

Belt

Tensio

n",

this

WHEEL GEAR CABLE ADJUSTMENT

(Econo-

Lever to "ENGAGE" and find that you can roll the tiller forward or backward just the same as when the

(FREEWHEEL), you will Wheel Gear cable. Adjust the cable as follows:

HorseandPony Models only)

If you should

WheelGear

ever

move the Wheel Gear

Lever

is in "DISENGAGE"

have to readjust the

A WARNING

Photo 5-25: Removing Clevis Pin from Reverse Idler Arm.

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, disconnect the spark plug wire and prevent it from touching the spark plug, then remove the

Engine Ignition key before performing any

maintenance on your tille

Failure to follow these instructions could re-

sult in personal injury or property damage.

Page 46

1. Move the Wheel Gear Lever to "ENGAGE."

2. Loosen the top adjustment nut on the Wheel Gear cable bracket. It is located on the lower left rear of the transmission. Loosening this nut allows you to move the Wheel Gear cable down, which in turn pushes the eccentric lever down. Roll the tiller slightly forward or backward while you are pushing the Wheel Gear cable down. When the eccentric lever has been moved down

far enough so it engages (locks) the wheels,

hold the cable in that position and tighten both

the top and bottom adjustment nuts.

I STOP

Photo 5-28: Engine Throttle Cable adjustment. The 6HP Tecumseh engine on the Econo-Horse Model shown-but all engines are very similar

HIG

SPEED

THROTTLE

ARM

STOP

SWI

TCH

CABLE /CLAMP (SCREW

Photo 5- Horse and Pony Models only.)

: Ad

sting Wh

eel

Gear Cable. (Econo-

3. Move the Wheel Gear Lever to "ENGAGE" and then "DISENGAGE" (FREEWHEEL) several times to check your adjustment. You should not be able to roll the tiller when the Wheel Gear Lever is in "ENGAGE." You should be able to roll the tiller when the Wheel Gear Lever is in "DIS-

ENGAGE" (FREEWHEEL) .

ENGINE THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT

The end of the Engine Throttle cable is fastened to the throttle cable bracket on the right side of the engine. When you move the Engine

Throttle Lever to "FAST", the throttle wire moves

a control arm over until it contacts the high speed stop on the throttle cable bracket. By moving the Engine Throttle Lever to "STOP", the

throttle wire moves the control arm back so it contacts the shut off switch. This grounds the ig-

nition and stops the engine.

the

If the th rottle arm doesn't reach

speed stop (engine doesn't reach high speed):

1. Move the Engine Throttle Lever to "FAST."

2. Loosen the Engine Throttle cable clamp screw and move the cable over until the throttle arm contacts the stop.

3. Retighten the Engine Throttle cable clamp.

high

If the

throttl

e arm doesn't

touch

the

stop switch as you move the Engine Throttle Lever to STOP:

1. Move the Engine Throttle Lever to "STO

2. Loosen the Engine Throttle cable clamp screw and move the cable over until the throttle arm contacts the stop switch.

3. Retighten the Engine Throttle cable clamp. Lightly lubricate the cable with oil.

OFF SEASON STORAGE

1. Run the engine until all the gasoline is used. Do not store the tiller with gasoline in the fuel

tank because gum deposits could form on the

carburetor parts and in the fuel lines and tank.

NOTE: If "Gasohol" has been used in your

engine, refer to Engine Owner's Manual for instructions on engine storage. Be certain Gasohol is OK to use in the engine!

2. While the engine is still warm, drain the engine crankcase oil. Refill with fresh oil.

3. Remove the spark plug. Put t-ounce of motor oil in the cylinder. Crank the engine slowly to dis-

tribute the oil. Replace the spark plug.

4. Clean dirt or chaff from the cylinder head,

blower housing, screen, and muffler areas.

5. Check all nuts and bolts for tightness.

6. Perform lubrication and air cleaner service.

7. For electric start models, charge the battery and store it in a cool, dry place.

8. Cover the tiller and store it in a cool, dry place.

9. Remember- now is a good time to order replacement parts for the next tilling season.

Page 47

TROUBLESHOOTING

-ELE

CTRIC

START SYSTEM (IF SO EQUIPPED)

Starter

turn the Ignition Switch key to "STAR

be due to one or more of the following causes:

1. Loose, broken, or corroded wires or cables.

2. Discharged battery.

3. A solenoid that isn't working.

4. A starter motor that isn't working.

5. An Ignition Switch that is broken.

6. A faulty wiring harness and / or a faulty

Motor

If your starter motor won't turn over when you

Ignition Switch .

Here these checks do not isolate the problem, call

our

Technical Service Department for further

advice . Be sure to wear safety glasses!

CheckALL

a. Make sure that all connections are tight.

b. At all connections, check for rust that would prevent good electrical contact.

c. Make and cables is in good shape. Make sure that a break wire to touch

d. After completing steps a through c, start the engine . If it starts, you've corrected the problem. If it doesn't start, proceed to step 2.

Doesn't

are

simple

wires

sure

that the insulation on all wires

in the insulation is not allowing a bare

any

Turn

IMPOR

Key Switch

TANT

checks

and

cables.

metal surfaces.

Over

you

can

Battery

, it could

make

. If

the

tiller,

shut

b. Afte r running

the

restart it by using

your

problem

doesn 't start, proceed to the next step.

Your

battery cable . You'll be using it as a

Make a temporary, replacement negative battery cable by stripping about 3/4" of insulation from

both

(#10 or larger).

b.Touch one end of the removed negative battery cable to the solenoid terminal identified as

terminal identified as "C" in Sketch 5-30. If the ing. If the starter motor didn 't turn over, your

to the battery bracket are tight.

from the tiller and take it to a qualified battery technician for testing.

1. Remove the temporary battery cable and re-

solenoid

ends

Make Clutch and the Forward Clutch are in their disengaged position.

"B" in Sketch 5-30 . c. BRI EFLY

moved negative battery cable to the solenoid starter motor turns over, your solenoid is worksolenoid

sure that the screws which attach the solenoid

d. After tightening the soleno id screws, repeat step

c. If over,please Department for further advice.

e. If there was no spark when you solenoid, it indicates that hold a charge. You should remove the battery

installthe

wasadischarged

of a 12" piece of

sure

touch

may

the

original negative battery cab le.

Ignition Switch. If it starts,

is bad. Remove the negative

that

both

the

be bad.

starter

callour

motor

it off and try to

hea

vy-gauge

the

Maneuver

other

First

end

check

still

Tech nical

your

battery will not

battery.

jumpe

the

doesn

Service

jumpe

If it

r wire.

wire

ing

re-

make

't turn

d the

Starter Motor

Sketch 5-29: Check all connections.

Your

battery

a. You can allow the tiller to run outdoors for ap-

proximately 45 minutes or longer to make sure

tha

t the battery is charged. Be sure that the bat-

tery is filled to the "UPPER LEVEL" line on the

battery before you start the engine.

may be d

ischa

rged.

Sketch 8attery Cable to "8" and "C" to test solenoid. Touch cable to

5-30

: Touch

'~"

and "8" to test starter motor.

endsofremoved

Negative

Page 48

4. Your

starterisnot

a. Make su re

that

work

both

ing.

the

Maneuve

Clutch and the Forward Clutch are in their dis-

engaged positions.

b. Remove the wire harness receptacle from

the back of the Ignition Keyswitch. Clean cor-

rosion off the contact prongs on the back of the keyswitch. Next, clean corrosion out of the sockets in the receptacle (you may have a Shale or a 3-hole plastic receptacle).

c. Insert the ends of the jumper wire (that you made in the previous step) into the sockets

Wire Harness Receptacle may have 3 or 5 sockets (3-socket type is shown).

Sketch 5-3 1: Ignition Switch Receptacle.

which have the red wires going into them. d. If the starter motor turns over, your problem

is with the Ignition Switch. Call our Technical Service Department for further advice.

e. If the starter motor didn't turn over, you have a faulty wiring harness and / or a faulty Ignition Switch.

5. You have a faulty Ignition Sw

faulty

itch

wir

ing

harness and /ora

a. You will have to purchase a continuity tester or make one from two flashlight batteries, some wire, a flashlight bulb, and some tape. Refer to Sketch 5-32 to see how to make one.

b. Remove the wiring harness from the engine, switch, and solenoid. Test each of the red wires for continuity by placing the continuity tester wires at both ends of a single wire of

the wiring harness. If the lamp lights, electric-

is f

low

ing and the wire is

not

broken .

Repeat this step for the other two wires.

ring

lease

contact our Tech

nical

Service Department for further assistance. The problem will be identified and the appropriate repair will be suggested. Any parts you may need to order will be shipped to you promptly.

Solenoid Wires

Sketch 5-32: Testing wires for continuity.

c. If all wires in the wiring harness are unbroken, you

may

have

either

a faulty ignition

keyswitch or a bad ground connection. If so,

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BATTERY CARE / MAINTENANCE (IF SO EQUIPPED)

clamp as this could damage the battery case.

5. Periodically check that the vent tube is not

crimped or pinched anywhere along its length.

Follow the battery safety rules given in Sections 1 and 2 of this Manual. Failure to carefully follow all Safety Rules may result in personal injury or property damage from such causes as an explos ion of battery

gases, acid burns, or electrical burns.

Care in Service

1. Once a month or every 10 operating hours,

whichever occurs first, check the level of the

electrolyte solution. Make certain it is filled to the "UPPER LEVEL" line that is marked on the battery case. If necessary, add distilled or demineralized water to restore the electrolyte to the cor-

rect level.

The Battery.

and wipe the battery top after filling. Then run the engine outdoors for about 20 minutes at 3/4speed to recharge and recirculate the electrolyte solution. For safety, do not leave the tiller unattended while the engine is running.

Never Use Battery Ac id To Refi ll

DANGER

Replace the battery caps securely

Battery Storage

The

optional recharging circuit that will properly maintain the battery's state of charge during the regular tilling season. When the tiller won't be used for an extended period of time, we recommend that you fully charge the battery before placing it in storage. Before reinstalling the battery after storage, give it a thorough recharge.

Batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks and flames away from the battery at all times.

Ventilate the area when charging or using the battery in an enclosed area.

electric

start

DANGER

engi

ne has a

Electrolyte is sulfur ic acid solution. Avoid spillage and contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Wear protective clothing and rubber gloves; also shield eyes with safety goggles when working near the battery.

2. Keep the battery clean at all times. If you find

corrosion on the battery posts or cable terminals, remove the battery and clean it with a solution of baking soda and water. (Tighten the battery caps securely before cleaning the battery and do not allow any of the baking soda / water solution to enter any of the battery cells. Be sure to clean any remaining solution off the battery.)

You

can use a wire brush, sandpaper, or steel

wool to clean the posts and terminals. After

leaning

petroleum jelly or silicone grease to prevent new

corrosion from forming.

3. Periodically check the entire electrical system for loose or dirty connections.

4. Periodically check the battery clamp for tightness. It should hold the battery firmly in place. However, you should not overtighten the battery

, coat the posts and

DANGER

terminals

with

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

The carburetor on your tiller's engine has been adjusted at the factory for best operating speed and air/fuel mixture. Readjustment of the carburetor should not be necessary.

If you think that the carburetor needs to be ad-

justed, please contact your nearest Authorized

Engine Service Outlet for assistance. It stands to reason that technicians trained to work on your particular engine have the knowledge, the particular tools, and the necessary parts required to do the very best job for you.

Changing the engine governed speed will void

the engine warranty.

Do not tamper with the engine governor. It is set for proper engine speed.

Overspeeding the engine above the engine manufacturer's recommended high speed setting could result in property damage or personal injury.

WARNING

Page 50

CONO·HOR

LLER

SPECIFIC

ATIONS

ENGINE

Type-

Tecumseh H60-75505N (Recoil Start); H6075506N (Electric Start); four-cycle, singlecylinder, air-cooled, horizontal crankshaft, manual choke, solid state electronic ignition.

sepowe

Fuel

Tank

Capacity-

1 gallon.

Fuel

Requi

Unleaded or leaded Regular Grade gasoline .

Engine

30 weight API Service SF or SE (10W30 is an acceptable substitute, but do not use 10W40).

Eng

ine

19 ounces;however, always use the engine

dipstick to verify that the level of the engine oil

is correct.

SparkPlug

Champion J-8C (or equivalent) or Autolite 236 (or equivalent). Canadian models: RJ-17LM .

Spark

.030 inch.

Oil-

Oil

Plug

rements-

Capac

Type

Gap

ity

TILLER Height-

Without handlebars:

Recoil Start Model 24With handlebars in low position 38With handlebars in high position .46-

Length-

With handlebars in low position 64Without handlebars 46-7/8"

Width

Hood width 20-1/8"

Tilling width 18"

Width at top of handlebars 20"

Weight

Electric start model 246-lbs. Recoil start mode l 236-lbs.

Wheel

Transm

and

Tire

Size

5.00 x 6"; 15-to-20 psi (pounds / sq. inch) ission

Gear oil capacity:

3-1

/4 pints (52-to-54 ozs.)

1 1/2

1/2

PONYTIL

ENGINE

Type-

Briggs & Stratton 130292 Recoil start; 130297 (Electric start); four-cycle, single-cylinder

, air-cooled, horizontal crankshaft , manual

choke, solid state electronic ignition.

Horsepower-

Fue

l Tank

3 quarts.

FuelRequiremen

Unleaded or leaded Regular Grade gasoline.

EngineOil-

30 weight API Service SF or SE (10W30 is an

acceptable substitute).

Engine

20 ounces ; however, always fill to the top of

the oil fill tube.

SparkPlug

Champion J-8C (or equivalent). Canadian

models: RJ-17LM .

SparkPlug

.030 inch.

Capacity-

Oil

Capacity

Type

Gap

ts-

LER

SPECIFICATION

TILLER Heigh

Length-

Width

Weight

Wheel

Transm

Without handlebars:

Recoil Start Model 24" With handlebars in low position With handlebars in high position .48"

With handlebars in low position 62" Without handlebars .47"

Hood width 16-1/2" Tilling width 16" Width at top of handlebars 20"

Electric start model 185-lbs. Recoil start model 165-lbs.

and

Tire

Size

4.10 x 6"; 15-to-20 psi (pounds / sq. inch) ission

Gear oil capacity:3-

pints (52-to-54 ozs.)

38-

114

Page 51

UNI

TILLER

ECIFIC

ATIONS

ENGINE

Type-

Tecumseh HS40, Type 55580K (Recoil Start); four-cycle, single-cylinder, air-cooled, horizontal crankshaft, manual choke, solid state electronic ignition.

Horsepower-

Fuel Tank

2 quarts.

Fuel

Clean, fresh, lead-free, automotive gasoline (leaded, regular grade is an acceptable substi-

tute if lead-free is not available).

Eng

ineOil-

30 weight API Service SF or SE above 32°F

0W30 is an acceptab le substitute, but do not use 10W40). Below 32°F use SAE 5W30 (SAE 10W is an acceptable substitute).

Engine

the oil fill tube.

Spark

Champion J-8 (or equivalent) or Autolite 356

(or equivalent). Canadian models: RJ-17LM.

Spark

.030 inch.

Capacity-

Requirements-

Oil

Capac

ounces; however, always fill to the top of

Plug Type

Plug

Gap

ity

TILLER

Height-

Without handlebars: "

Recoil Start Model 20 With handlebars in low position 37 With handlebars in high position .47"

Length-

With handlebars in low position 52Without handlebars .45"

Width

Hood width 16Tilling width 14" Wheel width 18-5/8"

Width at top of handlebars 19-

Weight

Recoil start model 149-lbs.

Wheel

Transmiss

and

Tire Size

3.25 x 5"; 15-to-20 psi (pounds / sq. inch) ion

Gear oil capacity: 3-1/2pints (55-to-57 ozs.)

_112"

1/2

1/2"

RECOMMENDED

MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURE EACH 10 30

Check Engine Oil l.evel "

Clean Engine Cooling Fins • Check Bolts and Nuts ••

Check Tension on Drive Belts Change Engine Oil... Oil and Grease Tiller •

Service Air Cleaner Foam Pre-Cleaner(except Junior) • Check Transmission Gear Oil Level

Check Tines for Wear Check Spark Plug •

Replace Air Cleaner Paper Filter (On Junior Model,

replace paper filter every 25 hours)

•

Check

Checkafter first 2

...

Change

oil levelafterevery5operating hours.

hours

morefrequently in dustyordirtyconditions.

of break-inoperation.

INTENANCE

BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY

USE HOURS HOURS

INTERVA

•

(Chanqe

afterfirst2hoursofbreak-in operation.)

HOURS

•

Page 52

MAINTENAN

DATE HOURS USED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

CERECORD

Page 53

Air Cleaner 36-37 Assembly Steps 7 Authorized Service

Battery

Charging 14

Installing 16

Storage .47

Belts 38-43

Adjusting 39, 43

R I .

ep acinq 41, 42, 43

Cha

nging Speeds

Econo-Horse.........26,27,29

Cable, Throttle 44 Car

buretor Adjustments 47 Choke 23 Cleaner, Air 36-37 Claims, Freight... Compost ing 30 Cooling Fins 37 Controls, Tiller Crop Residues 30

C If .

u Ivatlng 28

Clutch,

Forward Drive Lever 20 Clutch, Maneuvering 20

& Engine 18

3, 8

Decals 6 Depth Regulator Le Drive Belts See Belts

ver

21, 27

INDEX

Fins, Engine Cooling 37 Footprints 29 Forward

Forward Motion 19, 20, 25 Freight Damage Fuel 48-49

Gardening 27-32 Gasol ine .48-49 Gear Oil, Transmission 10, 34 Grease,

Lubrication Points .......33, 34

Handlebars 8, 21 Hillside Tilling 31

Ignition Switch 23, 45, 46

Lever (See Clutch) Loading 32 Lubrication Points 33, 34

Maintenance 33-47

Engine 35-37, 44, 47-49

Tiller 33-44 Maneuvering Clutch 20 Motor OiL 11, 35, 48

Drive Clutch 20

J, K

3, 8

,32

Reverse 20

Operating in Reverse..20, 30

Repairs/Adjustments .......33-47

Safety Instructions .4-5 Seedbed Preparation 27-28 Serial Number Shut-Off Switch 44 Sloping Ground 31, 32 Solenoid 45 Speeds, Changing

Econo-Horse 26, 27, 29 Spark Plug 37, 48-49 Specifications .48-49 Starting and

Stopping Engine 22, 23, 25 Stoppi ng Tiller 25 Switch , Ignition 23, 45, 46

Terrace Gardening ..........31, 32

Throttle Lever Tiller

& Engine

Maintenance 33-47 Tiller Ope ration 24 Tiller Serial Number Tines , Bolo 37, 38 Tire Pressure 13 Travel Position-Depth

Regulator Lever 21-22

Turning Tiller Around 25

-Ti

ller 2

& Controls......23

Electric Start System

Assemb ly 14 Maintenance .47 Ope

ration 23

Troubleshooting .45, 46

Engine

Air Cleaner 36-37 Choke 23 Cooling Fins 37 Controls 22 Fuel .48-49 Oil. 11, 35, 48-49 Ser

vice Dealers 3 Starting 22-23 Stopping 23 Storage .44 Throttle Cable .44

Off-Season Storage .44 Oil, Engine Oil,

Transmission Gear 10,34 Oil Leaks 34 Operating the Tiller 24 Ordering Tiller Parts

Power Composting 30 Pulleys (See Belts) "Paddles", Forward Drive

(See Clutch, Forward Drive)

, 35, 48-49

Unloading Tiller 32 Untangling Tines 29 Uphill Tilling 31, 32

Wheel Drive Pins

Junior 19 Wheel Gear Le Wheels .48-49

ver

X,V,Z

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Your TROY-BILT"Roto Tiller - Power Composter is warranted by Garden Way Incorporated to be free from defects In materials and workmansh ip. This warranty will remain In effect for the life of the machine and will be transferred automatically to any and all subsequent owners.

We or your authorized dealer will repair or replace, at no cost to you, any part we find to be defective with the exception of the engine,which is warranted separately by the engine manu-

facturer. Garden Way Incorporated does, however, extend the length of the engine manufactur-

er's warranty, providing you with coverage for a total of three(3) years. (Call or write to us for a FREE copy of the engine warranty.)

This FULL NO-TIME-LIMIT WARRANTY aiso applies to all non-powered attachments.

Powered attachments are warranted separately by their manufacturers.

If we determine them defective, even parts that wear in normal use, such as belts, bearings,

blades, tires, and tines are covered under this warranty and will be replaced or repaired without charge. Failures or malfunctions caused by normal wear and tear, use of unauthorized accessories or attachments, misuse,or accident are not covered.

FULL ONE-YEAR COMMERCIAL USE WARRANTY: If used for commercial, institutional, industrial, rental or demonstrator purposes, the warranty on this product is limited in duration to one (1) year from date of purchase. The engine warranty for commercial use is a LIMITED WARRANTY also in effect for one (1) year from date of purchase. Proof of purchase is required

to obtain commercial warranty service.

NO-

TIME-LIMIT

WARRANTY

How to Get Service:

Your Rights Under State

Law

Plus

Iffor any reason you are not satisfied with your TROY-SILT" Tiller within 30 days from the time you receive it,notifyusandreturnit.

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You

Half-Price

At any time, no matter how new or old your lent (if that exact model has been changed);

TR OY-BILT"' Roto Tiller-Power

may be, we will rebuild and repaint it, replac- and from the factory. If any other than wearing ing every worn part (such as bearings, gears, parts need replacement, an estimate will be

seals , engine) for one-half the current retail price at course, is the time of repair of that model or its equiva- other contingencies beyond our control.

tines,belts,and

To obtain warranty service, contact Garden Way Incorporated at 102nd Street 1-800-833-6990, or consult your Yellow Pages for the name of the

authorized TROY-BILT product dealer nearest you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have

other rights which vary from state to state.

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