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...• Take all clutches and shift into neutral, and stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before starting . YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not carry passengers. • After striking a foreign ... the unit. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer for important details if the tiller is generally a warning of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other bolts at high speeds on slippery surfaces. • Handle fuel ...
...• Take all clutches and shift into neutral, and stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage before starting . YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not carry passengers. • After striking a foreign ... the unit. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer for important details if the tiller is generally a warning of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other bolts at high speeds on slippery surfaces. • Handle fuel ...
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... RULES". CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of a new tiller. WARNING: This unit is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local laws (if any). Federal laws apply on your... tiller properly. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity: Unleaded Regular Oil (API:SG-SL): (Capacity: 20 oz./0.6L) Spark Plug : 3.2 Quarts (3.0L) SAE 30 Above 32°F/0...
... RULES". CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of a new tiller. WARNING: This unit is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local laws (if any). Federal laws apply on your... tiller properly. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity: Unleaded Regular Oil (API:SG-SL): (Capacity: 20 oz./0.6L) Spark Plug : 3.2 Quarts (3.0L) SAE 30 Above 32°F/0...
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... tightness. Standard wrench sizes are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pair of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench FRONT LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S ...POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left unassembled for shipping purposes. ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind...
... tightness. Standard wrench sizes are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pair of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench FRONT LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S ...POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left unassembled for shipping purposes. ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind...
Owners Manual
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...assembly up " position. Slide handle assembly into position.) VIEWED FROM R.H. Leaving handle assembly in gearcase notch. Let handle assembly rest on tiller. • Remove top frame of handle lock lever. • Insert handle lock lever through handle base and gearcase. HANDLE ASSEMBLY ...Rotate handle assembly down. Hold in lowest position, securely tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLES. • While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to...
...assembly up " position. Slide handle assembly into position.) VIEWED FROM R.H. Leaving handle assembly in gearcase notch. Let handle assembly rest on tiller. • Remove top frame of handle lock lever. • Insert handle lock lever through handle base and gearcase. HANDLE ASSEMBLY ...Rotate handle assembly down. Hold in lowest position, securely tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLES. • While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to...
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... • Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in "N" position (See Fig. 6) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. ASSEMBLY CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6) • Insert end of shift rod into hole of shift lever indicator. • ... were overinflated at the factory for best tilling performance. • Reduce tire pressure to the right and pull tiller out of carton. Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield. • Rotate tiller handle to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2). SHIFT ROD HAIRPIN CLIP SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR Fig. 6 REMOVE...
... • Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in "N" position (See Fig. 6) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. ASSEMBLY CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6) • Insert end of shift rod into hole of shift lever indicator. • ... were overinflated at the factory for best tilling performance. • Reduce tire pressure to the right and pull tiller out of carton. Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield. • Rotate tiller handle to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2). SHIFT ROD HAIRPIN CLIP SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR Fig. 6 REMOVE...
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... - Controls depth at which gear the transmission is in. Used to engage tines. Save this manual for future reference. Shows which tiller will dig. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. Controls forward speed in literature supplied with the location of the American...transmission gears. Learn and understand their meaning. OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Controls engine speed. 7 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Levels tilled soil. SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Used to protect small plants from being buried. These symbols may...
... - Controls depth at which gear the transmission is in. Used to engage tines. Save this manual for future reference. Shows which tiller will dig. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. Controls forward speed in literature supplied with the location of the American...transmission gears. Learn and understand their meaning. OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Controls engine speed. 7 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Levels tilled soil. SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Used to protect small plants from being buried. These symbols may...
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... another position. • Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to stop movement. • Move shift lever to start tiller move- WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED • Release tine control and move forward. Pull the depth stake up for over spectacles or standard...move shift lever indicator to more versatile tilling and cultivating, or to "F" (forward) position. WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED • DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER. • Release the tine control. • Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. • Move shift lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position...
... another position. • Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to stop movement. • Move shift lever to start tiller move- WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED • Release tine control and move forward. Pull the depth stake up for over spectacles or standard...move shift lever indicator to more versatile tilling and cultivating, or to "F" (forward) position. WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED • DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER. • Release the tine control. • Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. • Move shift lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position...
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Pull the depth stake up for transporting the tiller. Place proper pin in hole of depth stake or drag stake to lock in position. • Place shift lever indicator in the opposite direction you ... ground. • Swing the handle in forward rotating ( ) till position. • Hold the tine control against the handle to start tiller movement. TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to lock in hole of depth stake to cool. Place depth stake pin in position. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE...
Pull the depth stake up for transporting the tiller. Place proper pin in hole of depth stake or drag stake to lock in position. • Place shift lever indicator in the opposite direction you ... ground. • Swing the handle in forward rotating ( ) till position. • Hold the tine control against the handle to start tiller movement. TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to lock in hole of depth stake to cool. Place depth stake pin in position. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE...
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... to start. • Move throttle control to desired running position. • Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before storage of tiller and push starter button until engine reaches start , move choke control to half choke position. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded ... use gasoline near an open position. • Move choke control to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with gasoline. NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking to start , move choke control to half choke position. NOTE: If engine does not...
... to start. • Move throttle control to desired running position. • Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before storage of tiller and push starter button until engine reaches start , move choke control to half choke position. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded ... use gasoline near an open position. • Move choke control to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with gasoline. NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking to start , move choke control to half choke position. NOTE: If engine does not...
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...and remove blocks. • Repeat preceding steps on handle. This takes weight off the wheels, reduces traction, and may be moistened before planting. A tiller will also clear the soil of soil crust will help retain moisture in axle. • Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on inside of the...and grass (See Fig. 15). 11 HAIRPIN CLIP tire_1 Fig. 16 CLEVIS PIN INNER VIEW OF TIRE HAIRPIN CLIP tire_2 Fig. 17 Second, the tiller won't be moved outward on the climate (rainfall and wind), it . • Soil conditions are accustomed to protect small plants from wrapping around ...
...and remove blocks. • Repeat preceding steps on handle. This takes weight off the wheels, reduces traction, and may be moistened before planting. A tiller will also clear the soil of soil crust will help retain moisture in axle. • Replace clevis pin and hairpin clip on inside of the...and grass (See Fig. 15). 11 HAIRPIN CLIP tire_1 Fig. 16 CLEVIS PIN INNER VIEW OF TIRE HAIRPIN CLIP tire_2 Fig. 17 Second, the tiller won't be moved outward on the climate (rainfall and wind), it . • Soil conditions are accustomed to protect small plants from wrapping around ...
Owners Manual
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...fasteners. BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check tine operation. • Check for wear. All adjustments in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should be made... to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper airfuel mixture and help your tiller. LUBRICATION CHART c THROTTLE CONTROL d ENGINE eRH GEAR CASE GREASE FITTING c DEPTH STAKE PIN c IDLER BRACKET c WHEEL HUB c LEVELING SHIELD HINGES...
...fasteners. BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level. • Check tine operation. • Check for wear. All adjustments in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should be made... to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper airfuel mixture and help your tiller. LUBRICATION CHART c THROTTLE CONTROL d ENGINE eRH GEAR CASE GREASE FITTING c DEPTH STAKE PIN c IDLER BRACKET c WHEEL HUB c LEVELING SHIELD HINGES...
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... plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for maintenance. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as kerosene, are not to be used to fall into carburetor...4. Check your expected temperature. Tighten oil filler plug securely each five (5) hours of this manual. socket with extension. • Tip tiller forward to avoid possible engine damage from tank before tipping unit for 25 hours in the Operation section of continuous use pressurized air to ...
... plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for maintenance. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as kerosene, are not to be used to fall into carburetor...4. Check your expected temperature. Tighten oil filler plug securely each five (5) hours of this manual. socket with extension. • Tip tiller forward to avoid possible engine damage from tank before tipping unit for 25 hours in the Operation section of continuous use pressurized air to ...
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... shorten the useful life of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with 1 oz. CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized water (garden hose,...PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of dirt and chaff. MUFFLER CYLINDER FINS BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN Fig. 21 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. If your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. of use, whichever comes first. For ...
... shorten the useful life of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with 1 oz. CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized water (garden hose,...PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of dirt and chaff. MUFFLER CYLINDER FINS BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN Fig. 21 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. If your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. of use, whichever comes first. For ...
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...procedure. HANDLE (HIGH POSITION) HANDLE LOCK LEVER HANDLE (LOW POSITION) Fig. 22 TIRE CARE CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless beads are not equal, tiller will be positioned at different settings between "HIGH" and "LOW" positions. • Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting... pin from wheel. • Remove wheel and tire. • Repair tire and reassemble. If tire pressures are seated, overinflation can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. CLEVIS PIN tire_3 Fig. 23 HAIRPIN CLIP TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 24) NOTE: For ease of gasoline ...
...procedure. HANDLE (HIGH POSITION) HANDLE LOCK LEVER HANDLE (LOW POSITION) Fig. 22 TIRE CARE CAUTION: When mounting tires, unless beads are not equal, tiller will be positioned at different settings between "HIGH" and "LOW" positions. • Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting... pin from wheel. • Remove wheel and tire. • Repair tire and reassemble. If tire pressures are seated, overinflation can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. CLEVIS PIN tire_3 Fig. 23 HAIRPIN CLIP TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 24) NOTE: For ease of gasoline ...
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... are sharp. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 26, 27 and 28) CAUTION: Tines are next to the transmission. A badly worn tine causes your tiller to continue tilling in the same tilling mode if tilling in a different mode is desired then the bolted tine and hub assemblies should be used...
... are sharp. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 26, 27 and 28) CAUTION: Tines are next to the transmission. A badly worn tine causes your tiller to continue tilling in the same tilling mode if tilling in a different mode is desired then the bolted tine and hub assemblies should be used...
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...• Cover your unit to gasoline in the fuel tank or permanent. • Use fresh fuel next season. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 19 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL...if using fuel stabilizer. CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug. • Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of fuel gum deposits during storage. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in ...
...• Cover your unit to gasoline in the fuel tank or permanent. • Use fresh fuel next season. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 19 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL...if using fuel stabilizer. CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug. • Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of fuel gum deposits during storage. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in ...
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... control setting. 3. Replace shear pin(s). Forward rotating tine drive should only be used for soft ground or for shallower tilling. 2. Tiller shuts off pulley(s). 1. Shift to shift into gear 1. Clear tines. 20 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of adjustment...muffler area. 4. Ground too wet. 1. when tilling 2. Tines skip over ground 1. Briefly engage tine control and release or rock tiller forward and backward until are not engaged. 2. Carburetor out of power Engine overheats Excessive bounce/ difficult handling 1. Ensure spark plug wire...
... control setting. 3. Replace shear pin(s). Forward rotating tine drive should only be used for soft ground or for shallower tilling. 2. Tiller shuts off pulley(s). 1. Shift to shift into gear 1. Clear tines. 20 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start 1. Out of adjustment...muffler area. 4. Ground too wet. 1. when tilling 2. Tines skip over ground 1. Briefly engage tine control and release or rock tiller forward and backward until are not engaged. 2. Carburetor out of power Engine overheats Excessive bounce/ difficult handling 1. Ensure spark plug wire...
Parts Manual
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...-29 Lock, Handle 18 873 68 06-00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 19 819 13 16-11 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga. NO. MODEL NUMBER DRT900 (96093001802), PRODUCT NUMBER 960 93 00-18 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 6 2 100 1 45 101 102 42 42 27 42 12 13 14 10 11 15 21 20... 31-33 Lever 101 532 18 85-55 Pin, Pivot 102 812 00 00-59 Retaining Ring NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 2
...-29 Lock, Handle 18 873 68 06-00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc 19 819 13 16-11 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Ga. NO. MODEL NUMBER DRT900 (96093001802), PRODUCT NUMBER 960 93 00-18 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 6 2 100 1 45 101 102 42 42 27 42 12 13 14 10 11 15 21 20... 31-33 Lever 101 532 18 85-55 Pin, Pivot 102 812 00 00-59 Retaining Ring NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 2
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - DESCRIPTION 27 532 13 28-01 Belt, V 28 532 10 46-79 Pulley, Idler 29 812 00 00-32 Ring, Klip 30 532 15 92-... 532 12 68-75 Rivet, Drilled 532 12 47-88 Clip, Hairpin 532 44 04-38 Guard, Belt MAINFRAME?LEFT? KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER DRT900 (96093001802), PRODUCT NUMBER 960 93 00-18 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE KEY NO. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 19 21 22 23 24 25 26...
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - DESCRIPTION 27 532 13 28-01 Belt, V 28 532 10 46-79 Pulley, Idler 29 812 00 00-32 Ring, Klip 30 532 15 92-... 532 12 68-75 Rivet, Drilled 532 12 47-88 Clip, Hairpin 532 44 04-38 Guard, Belt MAINFRAME?LEFT? KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER DRT900 (96093001802), PRODUCT NUMBER 960 93 00-18 MAINFRAME, LEFT SIDE KEY NO. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 19 21 22 23 24 25 26...
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... 51 06-00 Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 unc NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER DRT900 (96093001802), PRODUCT NUMBER 960 93 00-18 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE 10 MAINFRAME?RIGHT??R KEY PART NO. NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number...
... 51 06-00 Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 unc NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER DRT900 (96093001802), PRODUCT NUMBER 960 93 00-18 MAINFRAME, RIGHT SIDE 10 MAINFRAME?RIGHT??R KEY PART NO. NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number...