Western Auto 3455A89 Owner’s Manual

Western Auto°

Operation and Service Instructions

Rear Tine Tiller

Stock Number Model Number Factory Number

94-3455-6 3455A89 3455A89

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Thank you for purchasing an American-built product.

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers

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TRAINING ....

• Read the O_f_er's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the

equipment. Know howto stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.

• Never allow children to operate the equipment.Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper

instruction.

• Keepthe area ofoperation clear ofall persons,particu-
larly small children, and pets.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughly inspectthe area where the equipmentisto
be used and remove all foreign objects.

ET_engage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine (motor).

• Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad-
equate outer garments. Wear footwear that will im-
prove footing on slippery surfaces.

• Handle fuel with care; it is highlyflammable.

• Use an approved fuel container.

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

• Fillfuel tank outdoorswithextreme care. Never fill fuel

tank indoors.

• Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled

fuel before restarting.

• Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by

the manufacturer for all units with electricdrivemotors
or electric starting motors.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer).

OPERATION

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotatingparts.

• Exercise extreme cautionwhen operating on or cross-
inggravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.

• Afterstrikinga foreign object, stopthe engine (motor),
remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly in-
spectthe tiller for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the tiller.

• Exerc_e caution to avoid slipping or falling.

";_ If the unit should start t0 vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration isgenerally a waming of trouble.

• Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating
position.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the ma-
chine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into
neutral, and stop t.heengine.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certainallmovingpartshavestopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

Disconnect the cord on electric motors.

• Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are

dangerous. ................

• Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.

• Keep childrenand pets away.

• Donotoverload the machine capacity by attemptingto ::_
tilltoo deep at too fast a rate.

• Never operate the machine at highspeeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

• Never allow bystanders near the unit.

• Use only attachments and accessories approved by

the manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, and the like).

• Never operate the tiller without good visibilityor light.

• Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may

catch inthe groundand propelthe tillerforward. If this
occurs, let goofthe handlebars and do not restrain the

machine.

MAINTENANCE-AND STORAGE

• Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition.

• Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other

bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipment isin safe working condition.

• Never storethe machinewithfuel inthe fueltank inside

a buildingwhere ignitionsources are present, such as

hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

• Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for

important details if the tiller is to be stored for an
extended period.

- IMPORTANT -

CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS
OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR

CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A

POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to

better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set
of instructions.

Look for this symbol to point out im-

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portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTIONlt! BECOME ALERTH! YOUR

SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug in order to pre-
vent accidental starting when setting

up, transporting, adjusting or making
r_pairs. _ -

A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product con-
tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.

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has been designed, engineered and manufactured to gwe
you the best possible dependability and performance,

HoRsEPOWER:'" -......5.5HP .................

Should you exl_erie"w:_e:any proble_ _/ou cannot"easily
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service
center, We have competent, well-trained techniciansand

DISPLACEMENT: 13 cu. in. (221cc)

the proper tool_,'.toService or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructionswill
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.

GASOLINECAPACITY: 4 Quads(__8L)

Unleaded Regular

Always observe the =SAFETY RULES'.

OIL(API-SF/SG/SH): See "ENGINE" inCustomer

MODEL

(CAPACITY:21oz./0.6L) Responsibilitiessection

NUMBER 3455A89

SERIAL

NUMBER

SPARKPLUG• Champion
(GAP: .030"/0.76mm) RN42C

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO

T-HE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Followa regularschedulein maintaining,caringfor and

using your tiller.

• Followinstructionsunder "Customer Responsibilities"

and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR
NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST-COVERED, BRUSH-COVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE'S
EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS (IF ANY). IF A
SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR.

IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA
PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE). OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL

LANDS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER FOR SPARK ARRESTER.

WESTERN AUTO TILLER LIMITED WARRANTY

3455A89

Western Auto Supply Company warrants to the originalretail purchaser that this product is free from defects in

material or workmanship and agrees to repair this product free of charge within these time periods from the date of
purchase:

• 2 years, if the product isused for personal, family, or householduse;

• 90 days, if the productisused for any other purposesuch as commercialor rental use.

Excluded from thiswarrantyare normalwear, maintenance, or mechanical ai:ljustmentswhichare notdue todefects

in material or workmanship. Consult your owner's manual for help to maintain your product or make mechanical
adjustments. Products which have been altered, misused, abused, or repaired by other than a Western Auto-authorized

or manufacturer-authorized service facility arealso excluded.

A rideror tractorbattery whichproves defectivewithin90 dayswill be replacedwithoutcharge. After 90 days but

within-1year from the date of purchase, Western Auto will replace the battery for a charge of 1/12 of the currentretail price

of the battery for each full month between the date of purchase and the date of return.

Engines or transaxles are warranted by the engine or transaxle manufacturer whichgives its own 2 year warranty

and provides service through its authorized service facilities. See the engine or transaxle warranty for details. Repair may

be arranged through participating Western Auto stores.

Forrepairservicereturn thisproduct withproofofpurchase datetoa participating Western Auto store. This warranty

gives youspecificlegalrightsand youmay haveotherrightsthatvaryfromstatetostate.Ifdifficultyisencounteredinhaving

this warranty ho=_red, contact:

Western AutoSupply Company

Consumer AffairsSectionofthe General Service Department

2107 GrandAvenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64108

Telephone: [phone]

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TABLEOF CONTENTS

CUSTOMER RESp.ONSIBILmES ...................... 3,12-14

PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS ...................................... 3

WARRANTY ............................. ;., ................................. 3

SAFETY RULES ............... ............................................. 2

ASSEMBLY ....;., ......................................................... 5-7

OPERATION ............................................................. 8-11

INDEX

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Adjustments:

-= De_th Stake .............................. 9

Handle Height ......................... 14

Side Shields............................ 10

Throttle ................................... 17

Tines ....................................... 16

V-Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 15

Air Cleaner .................................... 13

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Belt:

Belt Guard .............................. 15

Repair Parts ............................ 21

V-Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 15

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Cooling System ............................. 13

Controls:

Choke ....................................... 8

Throttle ..................................... 8

Tines (Drive Control) ................ 8

Cultivating ..................................... 11

Customer Responsibilities:

Air Cleaner .............................. 13

Cooling System ...................... 13

Finish ...................................... 14

Maintenance Schedule ........... 12

Muffler ..................................... 14

Oil Change .............................. 13

...... Spark Plug .............................. 14

_-Tmes ......-_-..:.................... ......... 16

Transmission .................... :..... 14

V-Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 15

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Depth Stake:

Adjustment ....:'..:......................... 9

Repair Parts " 24

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Engine:

Air Cleaner .............................. 13

Cooling System ...................... 13

Fuel Type ................................ 10

Engine (cont'd)

Lubrication .............................. 13

Oil Level .................................. 10

Oil Type ............................. 10,13

Spark Plug .............................. 14

Starling ................................... 11

Stopping ................................... 9

Storage ................................... 18

Winter Operation .................... 13

Fuel:

Filling Tank ............................. 10

Storage ................................... 18

Type ........................................ 10

Finish:

Maintenance ........................... 14

Handle:

Height Adjustment .................. 14

Repair Parts ............................ 20

Lubrication:

Lubrication Chart ................... 12

Engine .................................... 13

Muffler:

Maintenance ........................... 14

Spark Arrester .......................... 3

Oil:

Level ....................................... 10

Type ................................... 10,13

Operation: ..

Cultivating............................... 11

Fill Fuel Tank ........... ;..... ......... 10

Starting Engine ....................... 11

Stopping Tines & Engine .......... 9

Tilling ........................................ 9

Tilling Hints ............................. 11

Tine Operation .......................... 9

Transporting Tiller ................... 10

Winter Operation .................... 13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .................................... 12

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................ ................. 15-17

STORAGE ................................................................... 18

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 19

REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........................................ 20-26

REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ...................................... 27-31

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Repair Parts ............................. 20-31

Rules for Safe Operation ................. 2

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Service & Adjustments:

Handle Height ......................... 14

Side Shields ............................ 10

Throttle ................................... 17

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H

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Tines ....................................... 16

V-Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 15

Wheels .................................... 14

Service:

Repair Parts ....................... 20-31

Service Record ....................... 12

Shear Pins:

Operation ................................ 11

Repair Parts ............................ 25

Spark Plug:

Gap ........................................... 3

Maintenance ........................... 14

Storage:

Fuel System ............................ 18

Tiller ........................................ 18

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Tilling .......................................... 9,11

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Tines:

Arrangement/Replacement ..... 16

Operation .................................. 9

Repair Parts............................ 25

Shear Pins .............................. 11

Transmission:

Maintenance ........................... 14

Repair Parts............................ 23

Troubleshooting ............................ 19

Transporting ........ .......................... 10

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Warranty ...................... .-................... 3

Wheels:

Removal ........................... :..... 14

Repair Parts............................ 22

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ASSEMBLY!

Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shippingpurposes. To
ensure safe and proper operation of yourtiller,all parts and hardware you assemble mustbe tightened securely. Use the
correct tools asl"iecessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(1) Pair of pliers

(1) 9/16" wrench
(1) 7/16" wrench

==OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1)

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating positron (standing
behind tiller handles).

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

FRONT

LEFT RIGHT

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OPERATOR'S
POSITION

FIG. 1

JIIlllll/Y

(2) Handle Locks

(1) Flat Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Gauge

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(1) PivotBolt
3/8-16 UNC Grade 5

(1) Carriage Bolt

3/8-16 UNC x 1 Grade 5

(1) Handle Lock Lever

ExtraShear Pins & Clips

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(1) Center Locknut

3/8-16 UNC

(1) HairpinClip

ASSEMBEY

UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)

-it _

staples when handling or disposing of
CAUTION: Be careful of exposed
cartoning material.

IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK

CABLES.

• Whileholdinghandle assembly, cutcable tiessecuring

handle assembly to top frame and depth stake. Let
handle assembly rest on tiller.

• Remove topframe of carton.

• Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of
_-carton.

• = Cut-down right hand front and right I_andrear corners

of carton, lay side carton wall down.

• Remove packing material from handle assembly.

HANDLE
ASSEMBLY

SHIFT ROD

FIG. 2

INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)

• Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in

gearcase notch. (Apply grease on smooth side of

handle lockto aidin keeping lock in place untilhandle
assembly is lowered into position.)

VIEWED FROM R.H; SIDE OF TILLER

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

GEARCASE

Grasp handleassembly. Holdin=up"position.Be sure
handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle

assembly into position.

= .. HANDLE ASSEMBLY

"UP" POSITION

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ILOCKLEVERTO

'_, "'-'"_-_.'X.'_., _. I HOLD

LOCK LEVER TO _'_'/_,'(._--_ -_-
MOVE ______________' _" ,_o ..,._"_

FIG. 4

• Rotate handle assembly down. Insert rear carriage
bolt first, with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller and

loosely assemble Iocknut. (See Fig. 5)

• Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate.

• Cut down rear panel of carton.

• Lower the handle assembly. Tighten bolts so handle

moves with some resistance. This will allow for easier
adjustment.

• Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever.

• Insert handle lock lever through handle base and
gearcase. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to
hold lever in place.

• Insert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the slot
of the handle base (just inside of washer).

• With handle assembly in lowest position, securely
tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. Leav-

ing handle assembly in lowest position will make it
easier to remove tiller from carton.

HANDLE

GEARCASE LOCK FLAT

SLOT

WASHER

HANDLE
LOCK

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NOTCH

FIG. 3

HANDLE
LOCK

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HANGLE
BASE

LOCKNU'I"

FIG. 5

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ASSEMBLY" -

CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6)

• Insert end of shift rod intohole of shift lever indicator.
Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure.

SHIFT HAIRPIN SHIFT

CLIP LEVER

INDICATOR

FIG. 6

REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE

• Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" position (See
Fig. 6)

• Tilt tillerforward by liftinghandle. Separate cardboard

cover from leveling shield,

• Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of

carton.

ATi'ACH CLUTCH CABLE (See Fig. 7)

• Hook end of clutch cable through hole in control bar

bracket.

END OF CONTROLBAR
CLUTCH CABLE

CONTROLBAR
BRACKET

CONTROL
BAR

CLUTCH
CABLE

FIG. 7

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your unitwere overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct and equal tire pressure is
importantfor best tillingperformance.

• Reduce tire pre.ssure to 20 PSI (1,4 kg/cm2).

HANDLE HEIGHT

• Handle height may be adjusted to better suitoperator.
(See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual).

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OPERATION.

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ TH!S OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.
Compare the illust_{ions with your tiller to familiarize yourselfwith the locationof various controlsand adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference.

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their
meaning.

TILUNG FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL

= SHIFT LEVER CONTROL

CLUTCH
CONTROL

eAR

DEPTH STAKE

OR WARNING ON OFF

THROTTLE

CHOKE CONTROL

RECOIL
STARTER

HANDLE

LEVELING
SHIELD

-OUTER

..... SIDE

S_ELD

. MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

odr tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

THROTTLE CONTROL'-Used to control engine speed.
CLUTCH CONTROL BAR o Used to engage tiller.

DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tiller will dig.

LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

FIG. 8

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OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustableto pmtL_ctsmall plants
from being buried.

SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

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:; OPERATION

The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting

your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles

or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and

oil or attempting to start engine.

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

TINES AND DRIVE

• Release clutch control bar to stop movement.

-"- -Move shiftlever to "N" (neutral) position.

ENGINE

• Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

SHIFT

HANDLE LEVER CLUTCH CONTROL BAR

"ENGAGED" PosmoN

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CONTROL

CLUTCH CONTROL BAR
"DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 9

TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL DRIVE

• Always release clutch controlbar before moving shift

, lever-into another position.

• "Finemovement isachieved bymoving shiftleverto(_)

tillposition and engaging clutch controlbar.

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10)

The depth stakecan be raisedor loweredtoallowyou more
versatile tilling and cultivating,or to more easily transport

your tiller.

SHALLOWES1
TILLING

DEEPEST I,,_ _

TILLING

STAKE

DEPTH @

POSITION

FIG. 10

TILLING (See Fig. 11)

• Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for
increasedtillingdepth. Place depthstake pinin hole of.

depth stake to lock in position.

• Place shift lever indicator intill position.

• Holdthe clutchcontrol bar against the handle to start

tillingmovement. Tines and wheels will both turn.

• Movethrottlecontrol to ';FAST"positionfordeep tilling.
To cultivate, throttle controlcan be set at any desired

speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to
cultivate.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE CLUTCH CONTROL
BAR BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER
POSITION.

DEPTH STAKE PIN

"RELEASED" POSITION

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FORWARD- WHEELS ONLY/rlNES STOPPED

• Release clutchcontrol barand move shiftlever.indica-

torto "F" (forward) position. Engage clutch controlbar
and tiller will mo.y,.eforward.

REVERSE - WHE-ELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

• DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.

• Release the clutchcontrol bar.

• Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

'• Move shilt lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position.

• Hold clutch control bar against the handle tostarttiller

movement.

"LOCKED"

POSITION

NUT "B"

SIDE SHIELD

FIG. 11

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OPERATION

TURNING

• Release the clutch control bar.

• Move throttlecontrolto "SLOW" position.

• Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position.

Tines will not turn.

t

Lift handle to raise tines out of groUnd.
Swing the handle in the opposite directionyou wish to

turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from
tines.

• When you have completed your turn-around, release

the clutch control bar and lower handle. Place shift
lever intillposition and move throttle controltodesired
speed. To begin tilling,hold clutchcontrolbar against

the handle.

(_-UTI_R SIDE SHIELDS (See Fig. 11)

The frontedges of the outerside shieldsare slottedso that
the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered for

shallow tilling to protect small plants from being buried.
loosen nut "A"in slot and nut "B". Move shield to desired

position (both sides). Retighten nuts.

TO TRANSPORT

CAUTION: Before lifting or transport- I
ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to
cool. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain

gasoline from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

• Release the depth stake pin. Move the depth stake

down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place
depthstake pininholeofdepth staketolock inposition.
This prevents tines from scuffing the ground.

• Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) positionfor

transporting.

• Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start

tiller movement. Tines will not turn.

• Move throttlecontrol to desired speed.

AROUND TOWN

•-- Disconnect spark plug wire.

• Drain fuet tank.

• Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT
TO ENTER THE E:.NGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING

OiL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE
IN APPROVED, CLEAN,_, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE

CLEAN FILL FUNNEL,R?/

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

• The engine inyour unit has been shipped, from the

factory, already filledwith SAE 30 summer weight oil.

• With engine level,clean area around oilfiller plugand

remove plug.

• Engine oil should be to point of overflowing when

engine is level. Forapproximatecapacity see "PROD-
UCT SPECIFICATIONS" onpage 3 ofthis manual. All

oil mustmeet A.P.I. Service Classification SG.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting(See oilviscositychart inthe Customer
Responsibilitiessection ofthis manual).

• To change engine oil,see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

OIL

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FIG. 12

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F (0°C), USEFRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended

fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine

problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage of 30 days or longer. Drainthe gas tank, startthe

engine and let itrun untilthe fuel lines and carburetor are

empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage section

ofthis manual foradditionalinformation. Never use engine

orcarburetorcleaner productsinthefuel tank orpermanent
damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2" (1.3 cm) of
top of fuel tank to prevent spills-and to

allow for fuel expansion. If_asoiine is

accidentally spilled, move machine
away from area of spill. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until gasoline

vapor_ h_ve d'.,sappeared.

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FILLER
PLUG

10

Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil
or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gaso-

line near an open flame.