Troy-Bilt Garden Way 12213 Owner's Manual

GARDEN WAY

_ TRD_J_!LT"

Model

12213- 4.5HP

GARDEN WAYINCORPORATED

Owner'sManual

REAR-TINETILLER

• Safety

• Assembly

• Controls

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts List

DearOwner:
You now own one of the finest standard-rotating-tine tillers

available.Your new tiJJerallows you to tiJland cultivateyour
gardenwith ease,andaccomplish dozensof other property
managementprojects aswell. Your tiller is famous for its
ruggedness,performance and high-quality engineering. We
know you'll enjoyusing it.

Pleasecarefully readthis Manual. Ittells you howto safely

and easily assemble, operateand maintain your machine.

Besure that you and anyother operators carefully follow
the recommended safety practices atall times. Failureto
do so could result in personal injury or property damage.

Of course, if you should ever haveany problems or
questions, pleasecontact your local authorized dealeror

call the Factory (seehack cover of this Manual). We want to
be sore that you are completely satisfied at arttimes.

NOTE:Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Registra-

tion Cardthat was supplied with this Manual.

See Back Cover for

Customer Service Information

Safety AlertSymbol

,_ This isa safety alert symbol. It is used in this

manualand on the unit to alertyou to
potential hazards. When you see this symbol,

readand obeythe messagethat follows it.
Failureto obeysafety messagescould result in personal
injury or property damage.

This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8

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

American National Standards Institute.

WARNING

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

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Tableof Contents

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

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

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

Attach Handlebar............................................................... 7

Move Tiller Off Shipping Platform ...................................... 7

Install Forward Clutch Cable.............................................. 8

CheckLevel ofTransmission GearOil................................ 9

Add Motor Oil to Engine..................................................... 9

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

CheckAir Pressure in Tires................................................ 9

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

Wheel Drive Pins ............................................................... 10

Forward ClutchBail............................................................ 11

Depth Regulator................................................................. 11

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

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

Break-in Operation.......................................................... 12

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

Operatingthe Tifler ............................................................ 13

Tilling Tips & Techniques .................................................. 15

PowerComposting ............................................................ 17

Loadingand Unloading the Tiller ....................................... 17

SECTION5: MAINTENANCE.................................. 18

RequiredMaintenance Schedule........................................ 18

Tiller Lubdcation................................................................ 19

Checkfor Oil Leaks............................................................ 19

CheckHardware................................................................. 19

CheckTire Pressure........................................................... 19

Transmission GearOil Service........................................... 19

Bold Tines.......................................................................... 20

Checkingand Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension.......... 21

Forward ClutchBailAdjustment ......................................... 21

EngineCleaning................................................................. 22

Air CleanerService............................................................ 22

EngineOil Service.............................................................. 22

Spark Plug Service............................................................ 22

SparkArrestor Screen Service........................................... 22

CarburetodGovernor Control Adjustments ........................ 22

Off SeasonStorage............................................................ 22

Troubleshooting................................................................. 23

PARTSLIST ..................................................... 24

CUSTOMERSERVICEINFORMATION.............. BackCover

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Safety

SPARKARRESTERWARNINGTO RESIDENTSOFCALIFORNIA ANDSEVERAL OTHERSTATES

UnderCalifornialaw, and under the laws of severalother states, you are not permitted to operate an
internalcombustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, hay, grain, or grass

covered land; or land covered by anyflammable agricultural crop without anengine spark arrester in
continuous effective working order.

Theengine on the unit is an internal combustion engine which burns gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel, and must be equipped with a
spark arrester muffler in continuous effectiveworking order. The spark arrester must beattached to the engine exhaustsystem in

such a mannerthat flames or heatfrom the system will not ignite flammable material. Failureof the owner/operator of the unit to

comply with this regulation is a misdemeanor under California law (and other states) and may alsobe a violation of other state

and/or federal regulations, laws, ordinances or codes. Contactyour local fire marshal or forest servicefor specific information
about which regulations apply in your area.

Training

1. Carefully readthis
Owner'sManual, the

separateEngineOwner's
Manual,and any other literature you may
receive.Bethoroughly familiar with the

controls and the proper useof the tiller
and its engine,Know how to stop the unit

and disengagethe controls quickly.

2. Neverallow children to operatethe
tiller. Neverallow adults to operatethe
tiller without proper instruction.

3. Keepthe area of operation clearof all

persons,particularly children and pets.

4. Keepin mind that the operator or user

isresponsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people,their property,
andthemselves.

Preparation

1. Thoroughly inspect the areawhere the

tiller is to be used and remove all foreign
objects.

2. Be sure all tiller controls arereleased

and both wheels are in the Wheel Drive
position before starting the engine.

3. Do not operate the tiller without

wearingadequate outer garments, Avoid
loose garments or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts.

4. Do not operate the tiller when barefoot

or wearing sandals, sneakers,or light
footwear. Wear protective footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces,

5. Do nottill nearunderground electric
cables, telephone lines, pipes or hoses. If

in doubt, contact your telephone or utility
company.

6. Warning: Handlefuel with care; it is
highly flammable and its vapors are

explosive. Besure to take the following
precautions:

a. Storefuel in containers specifically

designedfor this purpose.

b. The gas cap shall never be removed

or fuel added while the engine is

running. Allow the engine to cool

for several minutes beforeadding
fuel.

c. Keepmatches, cigarettes, cigars,

pipes, openflames, and sparks

away from the fuel tank and fuel

container.

d. Fillfuel tank outdoors with extreme

care.Neverfill fuel tank indoors.
Usea funnel or spout to prevent
spillage.

e. Replaceall fuel tank and container

caps securely.

f. Iffuel is spilled, do not attempt to

start the engine, but move the
machine awayfrom the area of
spillageand avoid creating any

source of ignition until fuel vapors
havedissipated.

7. Nevermake adjustments when engine
is running (unless recommended by
manufacturer).

Operation

1. Do not put handsor feet near or under

rotating parts.

2. Exerciseextreme caution when on or
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.

Stay alertfor hidden hazardsor traffic. Do
not carry passengers.

3, After striking a foreign object, stop the
engine, removethe wire from the spark

plug wire and prevent it from touching

the spark plug. Thoroughly inspectthe

machinefor any damageand repairthe

damagebefore restarting and operating
the machine.

4. Exercisecaution to avoid slipping or
falling.

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

spark plug wire and prevent it from

touching the spark plug, and check

immediately for the cause.Vibration is
generallya warning of trouble.

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

the spark plug whenever you leavethe

operating position, beforeunclogging the

tines, or when making any repairs, adjust-

ments or inspections.

Section1: Safety

7. Take all possible precautions when

leavingthe machine unattended.Stop the

engine. Disconnectspark plugwire and

move it awayfrom the spark plug. Be

sure both wheels are in the Wheel Drive

position.

8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect-
ing, stop the engineand make certain all

moving parts havestopped. Disconnect

the spark plug wire and prevent it from
touching the spark plug to prevent acci-
dental starting.

9. The flap on the tine hood must be

down when operating the tiller.

10. Never usethe tiller unless proper

guards, plates,or other safety protective

devicesare in place.

11. Do not run engine in an enclosed

area. Engineexhaust contains carbon

monoxide gas, a deadlypoison that is
odorless, colorless, and tasteless.

12. Keepchildren and pets away.

13. Never operatethe tiller under
engine powerif the wheels are in the
Freewheel position.In the Freewheel

position, the wheels will not hold the tiller
back and the revolving tines could propel

the tiller rapidly, possibly causing loss of

control. Always engagethe wheels with

the wheel drive pins in theWheel Drive

position beforestarting the engine or
engaging the tines/wheels with the

Forward Clutch Bail.

14. Be aware that the tiller may unex-

pectedlybounceupwardor jump
forwardif the tines shouldstrike

extremely hardpackedsoil, frozen
ground,or buried obstacleslike large
stones,roots, or stomps. If in doubt
aboutthe tilling conditions,alwaysuse
the following operatingprecautionsto
assistyouin maintaining controlof the

tiller:

a. Walk behindand to oneside ol the

tiller, usingone hand onthe han-

dlebars. Relaxyour arm, butusea
securehandgrip.

b. Use shallowerdepth regulator

settings,workinggradually
deeperwith each pass.

c. Useslower enginespeeds.

d. Clear thetilling area ofall large

stones,rootsand otherdebris.

e. Avoidusingdownwardpressure

on handlebars.If need be, use
slight upwardpressureto keep the
tines lrom diggingtoodeeply.

f. Beforecontactinghardpackedsoil

atthe end of a row, reduceengine
speedand lift handlebarsto raise

tines outofthe soil.

go In an emergency, stoptines and

wheels byreleasing whichever
clutchcontrol isengaged. Donot
attemptto restrainthetiller.

15. Do not overload the tiger's capacity
by attempting to till too deeplyat too fast

a rate.

16. Never operate thetiller at high
transport speeds on hard or slippery

surfaces. Look behind and usecare when
backing up.

17. Do not operate the tiller on a slope
that is too steepfor safety. When on
slopes, slow down and makesure you
havegood footing. Neverpermit the tiller
to freewheel down slopes.

18. Never allow bystanders nearthe unit.

19. Only useattachments and acces-
sories that are approvedby the manufac-

turer of the tiller.

20. Usetiller attachments and acces-
sories when recommended.

21. Neveroperate the tiller without good
visibility or lighL

22. Neveroperate the tiller ifyou are
tired, or under the influence of alcohol,

drugs or medication.

23. Operatorsshall not tamper with the
engine-governor settings on the machine;

the governor controls the maximum safe

operating speed to protect the engineand
all moving parts from damagecausedby
overspeed. Authorized service shall be
sought if a problem exists.

24. Do not touch engine partswhich may
behot from operation, Let parts cool

down sufficiently,

25. Pleaseremember: You can always
stop the tines and wheels by releasingthe
Forward Clutch Bail or by moving the
Throttle Control Lever on theengine to

"OFF"or "STOP".

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

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

28. Start the engine carefully according to
instructions and with feet well away from
thetines.

29. Neverpick upor carry amachine
while the engine is running.

Maintenance and Storage

1. Keepthe tiller, attachments and acces-
sories in safe working condition.

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

besure the equipment is in safeworking

condition.

3. Neverstore the tiller with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present such as hot water

and spaceheaters,furnaces, clothes
dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.).
Allow engineto cool before storing in any

enclosure.

4. To reducethe chances of afire hazard,
keepthe engine free ofgrass, leaves,or
excessivegrease.

5. Store gasolinein a cool, welI-ventilated
area,safely away from anyspark- or

flame-producing equipment. Store

gasoline in an approved container, safely
awayfrom the reach of children.

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

Owner's Manual for instructions if the
tiller is to be stored for an extended

period.

7. Neverperform maintenancewhile the
engine is running or the spark plug wire

is connected, except when specifically
instructed to do so.

8. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do
this outdoors,

Section1: Safety

Decals

Foryour safety and the safety of
others, various safetyand opera-
tional decalsare located on your

unit (see Figure 1).

Keepthe decals clean and legible at
al!times. Contactyour local
service dealer or the factory for

replacementsif any decalsare
damaged or missing.

Referto the Parts List pagesin this

Manualfor decallocations, descrip-
tions and part numbers.

ForwardClutchBail

OperatingInstruction

Starting Stabilization

Message(on engine)

WarningMessages

HotSurfaces/MovingBelts

Warning(onbeltcover)

Figure1: LocationofSafetyand OperatingDecals.

OperatingSymbols

Various symbols (shown here, with word

desndptions)areused onthe tiller and engine.

Your unit may not haveall of the symbols.

FAST SLOW STOP

I-,,-I I+1

CHOKE CHOKE ROTATING

ON OFF TINES

TILLERDIRECTION LEVERDIRECTION

BAIL

ENGAGED

BAIL

DISENGAGED

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY:

• READTHEOWNER'S MANUAL,

• KNOWLOCATIONSANDFUNCTIONSOFALLCONTROLS.

• KEEPALLSAFETYDEVICESAND SHIELDSIN PLACEANDWORKING.

• NEVERALLOWCHILDRENOR UNINSTRUCTEDADULTSTOOPERATETILLER.

• SHUTOFFENGINEANDDISCONNECTSPARKPLUGWIRE BEFOREMANUALLYUNCLOG-
GINGTINES OR MAKINGREPAIRS.

• KEEPBYSTANDERSAWAYFROMMACHINE,

• KEEPAWAYFROMROTATINGPARTS,

• USEEXTREMECAUTIONWHENREVERSINGORPULLINGTHE MACHINETOWARDSYOU.

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Assembly

To preventpersonal injury or property
damage, do net start fhe engine until
all assembly steps are complete and
you have read and understand the
safety and operatinginstructionsinthis

manual.

Introduction

Carefullyfollow these assembly steps to

correctly prepareyour tiller for use. It is

recommendedthat you readthis Section
in its entirety before beginning assembly.

Inspectunit

Inspect the unit and carton for damage
immediately after delivery. Contactthe

carrier (trucking company) if you find or
suspect damage. Inform them of the
damageand request instructions for filing

a claim. To protect your rights, put your
claim in writing and mail acopy to the

carrier within 15 days after the unit has
been delivered.Contact us at the factory if

you needassistance in this matter.

STEP1: UnpackingInstructions

NOTE:Becareful not to severely bend any
of the control cableson the unit.

1. Removeanycardboard inserts and
packagingmaterial from the carton.
Removeany staples from the bottom of

the carton and remove the carton.

2. The tiller is heavy (approximately 133
]bs.). Oonot attempt to remove it from
the shipping platform until instructed to

do so in these Assembly steps.

3. Removeall unassembledparts and
the separatehardware bagfrom the
carton, Checkthat you havethe items

listed below(contact your local dealeror

the factory if anyitems are missing or

damaged). NOTE: Usethe screw length

template (Fig. 2-1) to identify screws.

LooseParts List

Qty. Description

1 HandlebarSupport (seeA, Fig. 2-2,

page 7)

1 HandlebarAssembly(see K,Fig.2-2)

Thefollowing items

are in the hardware bag:

1 Slotted hd. screw, #10-24 x 2"
1 Hexhd. screw, 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"

6 Hexhd. screw, 5/16-t8 x 1-1/2"
2 Hexhd screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4"

2 Flatwasher,3/8"
6 Split Iockwasher,5/16"

1 Hex Iocknut, 1/4'-20
6 Hex nut, 5/16"-18

1 Hex nut,#10-24

2 Hexlocknut, 3/8"-16

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

page8)

1 Bracket,forward clutch cable (see

P,Fig. 2-4, page8)

IMPORTANT:Motor oil must be addedto

the enginecrankcase before the engine is

started. Follow the instructions in this
"Assembiy" Section and in the separate

EngineOwner's Manual.

NOTE:LEFTandRIGHTsides of thetiller

are asviewed from the operator's

position behind the handlebars,

Tools/MaterialsNeeded
for Assembly

(1) 3/8" open-endwrench*
(2) 7/16"open-end wrench*
(2) 1/2" open-endwrench*
(2) 9/16" open-endwrench*
(1) Scissors (to trim plasticties)
(1) Ruler(for belt tension check)
(1) Blockof wood (to support tiller

when removing wheels)

(1) Tire pressure gauge (for models with

pneumatic tires)

(1) Cleanoil funnel
(1) Clean,high-quality motor oil. Refer

to the EngineOwner's Manual for

motor oil specifications and quantity
required.

* Adjustable wrenches may be used,

Figure2-1: Toidentifylengthofscrew,

placescrewontemplateasshownand

measuredistancebetweenbottomofscrew
headandtipofscrew

STEP2: Attach Handlebar

1. Looselyattach the two legs of the

handlebarsupport (A,Fig. 2-2) to the

inner sides of the tiller frame using two
3/8"-16 x3/4" hexhd, screws (B), 3/8' flat
washers (C) and 3/8"-16 hexIocknuts (D)

2. There are three height adjustment holes
in the two handlebar support brackets (E

and F,Fig. 2-2). Choosea setting that will

position the handlebars at approximately
waist level when the tines are 3"-4" into

the soil, Looselyattachthe support

bracketsto the handlebar support (A)

using two 5/16"-18 x 1-1/2' screws (G),
5/16" split Iockwashers (H) and5/16"-18

hexnuts (I) NOTE:If a support bracket
will not move, loosen attaching screw (J)

and nut.

3. Attach the handlebarassembly (K) to
the handlebar support (A) using four
5/16"-18 x 1-1/2' screws (G), 5/16" split

Iockwashers (H) and 5/16"-18 hexnuts (I).
Tighten the four screws securely

4. Tighten all handlebar mounting
hardware securely.

STEP3: MoveTiller OffShipping
Platform

To move the tiller without the engine
running, put the wheels inthe
FREEWHEELposition, as described below.

1. Use asturdy block under the transmis-
sion to raiseone wheel about 1' off the

ground.

2. Remove the hairpin cotter (L, Fig.2-3)
and wheel drive pin (M). Slide the wheel

inward on the wheel shaft (N). Reinstall

the wheel drive pin through the wheel

shaft only (not through the wheel hub)

and secure it with the hairpin cotter (push

hairpin cotter in as far as it will go).
Repeatwith the other wheel.

3. Usingthe handlebaras a lever, roll the
tiller to a flat area.

IMPORTANT:Beforestarting the engine,

the wheels must be placedin the WHEEL

DRIVEposition (pins through wheel hubs

and wheelshaft). Thisprocedure is
described in WheelDrive Pins in

Section 3.

Section2: Assembly

K

J

Fig. 2-2:A_achhnndleba_

H

L

Fig.2-3: WheelinFREEWHEELposition
(wheeldrivepinthroughwheelshaftonly).

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Section2: Assembly

STEP4: Install ForwardClutchCable

1. Attach the forward clutch cablebracket (P,

Fig. 2-4) to the handlebarsupport (A) with a
1/4"-20 x 1-1/4" hex hd. screw (R, Fig. 2-4) and
1/4"-20 hexIocknut (S). Tighten securely.

2. Carefully unwrap the forward clutch cable
(cablewithout a knob) from its shipping
position and slide the thin cable wire (T, Fig.2-

4) into the slot in the cable bracket. Pushthe
cableconnector (U, Fig,2-4) up through the
hole in the bracket until the groove in the

connector snaps into place,

3. Insert the #10-24 x 2"slotted hd.screw (V,
Fig. 2-5) intothe cablespring (W) until the

screw threads extend through the spring.

4. Thread the #10-24 hex nut (Z, Fig.2-5)
halfwayonto the screw (V).

5. Thread the screw into the cableadjuster (X).

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

"W-shaped bend inthe Forward Clutch Bail(Y).

7. Checkfor correct tension on the forward

drive belt bytaking two measurements ofthe
cable spring, as follows:

a. With the Forward Clutch Sail (Y, Fig.2-6) in

an open (released) position, measurethe
length of the cable spring (W) from the

outermost coil to the outermost coi!.

b. Lift and hold the Forward Clutch Bail against

the handlebar (see Fig. 2-7) and re-measure
the length of the coils while the spring is

under tension. Thebelt tension is correct if
this second measurement is between 1/16"-
to- 3/16" longer than thefirst measurement.

If so, turn the hex nut (Z, Fig. 2-7) tightly

against thecable adjuster (X) while prevent-

ing theadjuster from turning.

c. If the spring length is incorrect, you must

adjust the cable tension asdescribed in

Checkingand Adjusting Forward Drive Belt

Tension in Section 5. Incorrect tension on the

forward drive belt can result in belt slippage

(tension too loose) or unintentional tine

movement whenthe clutch bail is in Neutral

(tension too tight),

Fig, 2-4: Installingforward clutchcable bracketand cable.

w--I

Z-- V

X--

Fig. 2-5:Assemble
springand adjuster.

w

Fig, 2-6: Install forwardclutchcable,

ii

Fig. 2-7: Tocheckforwardbelt tension, take twomeasurements ofthe
overall length of the coilsin the spring- first with the clutch bail open,

then withthe clutch bail closedagainstthe handlebar.

Section2: Assembly

STEP5: Check Level of
Transmission Gear Oil

Thetransmissionwasfilledwithgearoil
atthefactory.However,youshouldcheck

thegearoillevelto makecertainit is
correct,

IMPORTANT:Do not operate the tiller if
thegear oil level is low. Doingso will
result in severe damageto the transmis-
sion components,

1. With the tiller on levelground, pull the
Depth Regulator Lever (FF,Fig. 2-8) back
and thenall the way up until the lowest

notch in the lever is engaged.

2. Removethe oil fill plug (GG,Fig.2-9)

from the transmission housing coverand

locate the main drive shaft situated inside

the housing.

3. Thegear oil level is correct if the gear
oil is approximately halfway up the side of

the main drive shaft.

4. If the gear oil levelis low, add gear oil
by referring to A. ToCheckthe Transmis-
sion Gear Oil Level in Section 5,

STEP6: Add Motor Oil to Engine

Thetiller is shipped withoutoil in the
engine.

IMPORTANT:Do not start the engine

without first adding motor oil Severe
engine damagewill result if the engineis

run without oil.

1. Referto the separate EngineOwner's

Manual for engine oil specifications and
capacities,

2. With the tiller on level ground, move

the Depth Regulator Lever (FF,Fig, 2-8)
up or down until the engine is level.

3. Add motor eli as described in the

EngineOwner's Manual.

4. Movethe Depth Regulator Leverall

the way down until the highest notch is
engaged. This placesthe tines in the
"travel" position.

Fig. 2-8: Adjust DepthRegulator Lever.

Fig,Z-9:Removegearoilfill plug.

STEP7: Check Hardware far
Tightness

Checkall nutsandscrewsfortightness,

STEP 8: Check Air Pressure in

Tires(unitswith pneumatictires)

If the tires areequipped with air valves,
checkthe air pressurewith a tire gauge.
Deflateor inflate the tires equallyto 15-

to-2g PSI (pounds per square inch), Be

surethat both tires are inflated equallyor

the unit will pull to oneside.

IMPORTANT: This completes the
assembly steps, Beforeoperatingyour
tiller, make sure you readthe following
Sections in this Manual, as well as the
separate Engine Owner'sManual:

• Section 1:Safety

• Section3: FeaturesandControls

• Section4: Operation

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FeaturesandControls

Before operating your machine,
carefully read end understand all
safety, controls and operating instruc-
tions in this Manual, the separate
Engine Owner's Manual, and on the

decalson the machine.
Failure to follow these instructionscan

resultin seriouspersonal injury.

Forward

ClutchBail

_ DepthRegulator

HandlebarHeight

Adjustment

Introduction

This section describes the location and
function of the controls on your tiller.

Referto the following section

"Operation" for detailed operating

instructions.
Practiceusing these controls, with the

engine shut off, until you understand the

operation of the controls and feel
confident with each of them.

IMPORTANT:Refer to the separate
enginemanufacturer's EngineOwner's

Manualfor informationabout the
controls on the engine.

Wheel Drive Pins

Never allow either of the wheels to be
in the FREEWHEELposition when the
engine is running. Always put both

wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position

beforestartingthe engine.
Failure to comply could cause loss of

tiller control, property damage, or

personalinjury.

Eachwheel is equipped with aWheel
Drive Pin (A, Figures3-2 and 3-3) that
securesthe wheelto thewheel shaft (B),
Thewheels can be positioned in either a

WHEELDRIVEor a FREEWHEELmode.

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Figure3-1: Featuresandcontrols

Beforestarting the engine, putboth
wheels in the WHEELDRIVEposition by
inserting the Wheel Drive Pinsthrough

the wheel hubsand the wheel shaft. This
"locks" the wheelsto thewheel shaft,

causing the wheels to turn when the
Forward ClutchBail is engaged.

Use the FREEWHEELmodeonly when the
engine is not running. In FREEWHEEL,

the Wheel Drive Pinsare placed only
through the holes in the wheel shaft (not

the wheel hubs), thus allowing the wheels
to turn freely whenthe tiller is pushedor

pulled by hand.

To Place the Wheels in WHEELDRIVEor

FREEWHEEL:

Do not placethe tiller on its side when
changing the wheel drive positions as
doing so could result in gasoline
leaking fromfhefueltanko

Failure to follow this instructioncould

result in personal injury or property
damage.

Wheel Drive Pin

(on eachwheel)

1. Stop the engine,disconnect the spark
plug wire from the spark plug and allow

the engine to cool.

2. Raiseone wheel off the ground and
placea sturdy support under the

transmission,

3. Removethe hairpin cotter (C, Figures
3-2 and 3-3) from the wheel drive pin (A).

4. FORWHEELDRIVEmode (Figure 3-

2): Slide the wheel outward and align the
holes in the wheelhub (D, Figure3-2) and

thewheel shaft (B), Insert the wheel drive
pin (A) through the wheelhub and the

wheel shaft, Securethe wheel drive pin
with the hairpin cotter (C) by pushing the

hairpin cotter in as far as it will go. Repeat
for the other wheel and then removethe

support from beneaththe transmission.

5. FORFREEWHEELmode (Figure3-3):
Slide the wheel inward and insert the

wheeldrive pin (A, Figure 3-3) only
through the hole in the wheel shaft (B),
Securethe wheeldrive pin with the
hairpin cotter (C) by pushing the hairpin

cotter in as far as it will go. Repeatfor the
other wheel and then removethe support

from beneaththe transmission.