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... small children, and pets. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for the cause. CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL. BECOME... ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT. It means CAUTION!!! exhaust fumes are dangerous. • Never operate the tiller without wearing adequate outer garments. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE • Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition. • Never store...
... small children, and pets. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for the cause. CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL. BECOME... ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT. It means CAUTION!!! exhaust fumes are dangerous. • Never operate the tiller without wearing adequate outer garments. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE • Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition. • Never store...
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We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new tiller. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2 ... service or repair this manual. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller properly.
We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new tiller. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2 ... service or repair this manual. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller properly.
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... (2) Lock Washers 5/16 4 Standard wrench sizes are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left unassembled for... shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position...
... (2) Lock Washers 5/16 4 Standard wrench sizes are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left unassembled for... shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position...
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...the Service and Adjustments section of handle. depth_stake_4 ENGINE BRACKET HALVES NUT "A" DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT STAKE SPRING HANDLE PANEL CABLE(S) TILLER HANDLES LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE FLAT WASHER &4 (ANDLEª0ANEL? HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1-1/4" HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" 02051 HANDLE PANEL BOLTS ...INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of this manual). IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • Slowly lift handle assembly up, route ...
...the Service and Adjustments section of handle. depth_stake_4 ENGINE BRACKET HALVES NUT "A" DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT STAKE SPRING HANDLE PANEL CABLE(S) TILLER HANDLES LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE FLAT WASHER &4 (ANDLEª0ANEL? HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1-1/4" HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" 02051 HANDLE PANEL BOLTS ...INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 2) CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of this manual). IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • Slowly lift handle assembly up, route ...
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... DEPTH STAKE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL TINE SHIELD TINES Fig. 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to start the engine. Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. Engages tines in forward REVERSE TINE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. Engages tines in reverse...
... DEPTH STAKE RECOIL STARTER HANDLE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL TINE SHIELD TINES Fig. 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to start the engine. Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. Engages tines in forward REVERSE TINE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. Engages tines in reverse...
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...and wheel height. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before starting your tiller and while tilling. ENGINE • Move throttle control to "STOP" position. • Never use choke to handle. Also..., the more the depth stake is regulated by the position of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the ground the deeper the tines will dig. WHEELS (See Fig. 6) Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin...
...and wheel height. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before starting your tiller and while tilling. ENGINE • Move throttle control to "STOP" position. • Never use choke to handle. Also..., the more the depth stake is regulated by the position of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the ground the deeper the tines will dig. WHEELS (See Fig. 6) Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin...
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... With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug. • Fill engine with other hand. Never use gasoline near an open flame. • Push tiller handles down, raising tines off any source of this point). • Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Replace oil filler plug. • For cold weather.... TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) • With engine level, refill to desired location. Wipe off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to point of filler neck. Do not mix oil with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will pull slightly harder at a high...
... With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug. • Fill engine with other hand. Never use gasoline near an open flame. • Push tiller handles down, raising tines off any source of this point). • Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Replace oil filler plug. • For cold weather.... TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) • With engine level, refill to desired location. Wipe off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to point of filler neck. Do not mix oil with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will pull slightly harder at a high...
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... First, wide turns are not set properly in the Service and Adjustments section of weeds and grass (See Fig. 10). Second, the tiller won't be advisable to prevent them from the operator. • Tilling is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition. ...not start actual field use the depth stake. SPARK PLUG CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER engine_art_71 Fig. 8 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break-in your tiller. Depending on handles. Tines will not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which will "ball-up the handles slightly (thus lifting depth...
... First, wide turns are not set properly in the Service and Adjustments section of weeds and grass (See Fig. 10). Second, the tiller won't be advisable to prevent them from the operator. • Tilling is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition. ...not start actual field use the depth stake. SPARK PLUG CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER engine_art_71 Fig. 8 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break-in your tiller. Depending on handles. Tines will not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which will "ball-up the handles slightly (thus lifting depth...
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...SRAEEFE3R0 OR TO 10W-30 MOTOR OIL MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION 10 To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in high ambient temperatures. 2 - All adjustments in dirty or dusty conditions. Some adjustments will need to operator abuse or negligence... for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to be checked at least once each season. • Once...
...SRAEEFE3R0 OR TO 10W-30 MOTOR OIL MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION 10 To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in high ambient temperatures. 2 - All adjustments in dirty or dusty conditions. Some adjustments will need to operator abuse or negligence... for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to be checked at least once each season. • Once...
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... expected before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to fall into carburetor. • Clean by tapping gently on level surface. • Oil will result in very dusty conditions. •... are not to clean cartridge. Check your expected temperature. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tiller is used in increased oil consumption when used to be used above 32°F (0°C). OIL FILLER PLUG OIL LEVEL Fig. 12...
... expected before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to fall into carburetor. • Clean by tapping gently on level surface. • Oil will result in very dusty conditions. •... are not to clean cartridge. Check your expected temperature. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tiller is used in increased oil consumption when used to be used above 32°F (0°C). OIL FILLER PLUG OIL LEVEL Fig. 12...
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CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN engine_art_71 Fig. 14 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with automotive type wax. 12 If your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized ...water (garden hose, etc.) to clean your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50...
CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN engine_art_71 Fig. 14 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with automotive type wax. 12 If your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized ...water (garden hose, etc.) to clean your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50...
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Select handle height best suited for your tilling or cultivating needs. ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS (ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER) MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "C" in tine shaft. A C C A tine_5...marked "R") and left tine assembly (marked "L") are sharp. tine_6 Fig. 15 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Handle height will be assembled in several ...
Select handle height best suited for your tilling or cultivating needs. ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS (ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER) MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "C" in tine shaft. A C C A tine_5...marked "R") and left tine assembly (marked "L") are sharp. tine_6 Fig. 15 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Handle height will be assembled in several ...
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...; Replace with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. ENGINE FUEL...wear. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions ...
...; Replace with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. ENGINE FUEL...wear. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions ...
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... in the Operation section. 3. See "TO START ENGINE" in fuel. 6. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Throttle control not properly adjusted. 3. Engine overheats 1. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Replace spark plug or adjust gap. 4. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Water in fuel. 6. Low oil level/dirty oil. 2. Engine is not engaged. 2. Dirty...
... in the Operation section. 3. See "TO START ENGINE" in fuel. 6. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Throttle control not properly adjusted. 3. Engine overheats 1. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Replace spark plug or adjust gap. 4. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Water in fuel. 6. Low oil level/dirty oil. 2. Engine is not engaged. 2. Dirty...
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - DESCRIPTION 1 532 44 07-18 Panel, Control 2 872 14 05-12 Bolt, RDHD 5/16-18 x 1 1/2 3 532 16 57-87 Grip, Handle 4 532 44 07-14 ... 532 18 85-55 Pin, Pivot 29 812 00 00-59 Retainer, Ring NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 18 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 3 16 1 2 4 5 6 10 11 19 29 3 20 19 29 20 7 14 13 7 8 9 12 FT-handle_assy_5 KEY PART...
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - DESCRIPTION 1 532 44 07-18 Panel, Control 2 872 14 05-12 Bolt, RDHD 5/16-18 x 1 1/2 3 532 16 57-87 Grip, Handle 4 532 44 07-14 ... 532 18 85-55 Pin, Pivot 29 812 00 00-59 Retainer, Ring NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 18 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 3 16 1 2 4 5 6 10 11 19 29 3 20 19 29 20 7 14 13 7 8 9 12 FT-handle_assy_5 KEY PART...
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... 03-07 Spring Extension 42 532 13 89-09 Spacer NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 19 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY 41 1 2 3 4 17 5 42 67 8 30 31 29 11 9 11 27 28 10...
... 03-07 Spring Extension 42 532 13 89-09 Spacer NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 19 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY 41 1 2 3 4 17 5 42 67 8 30 31 29 11 9 11 27 28 10...
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inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 20 NO. NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION 15 532 00 53-88 Spring, Stake 16 532 12 11-17 Bolt, Shoulder 17 532 42 70-25 Wheel 19 532 ...-00 Locknut, Flange 5/16-18 unc 25 819 17 14-16 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. KEY PART NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY WHEEL?DSTAKE? KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 00 91-94 Pin, Clevis 2 874...
inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 20 NO. NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION 15 532 00 53-88 Spring, Stake 16 532 12 11-17 Bolt, Shoulder 17 532 42 70-25 Wheel 19 532 ...-00 Locknut, Flange 5/16-18 unc 25 819 17 14-16 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. KEY PART NO. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY WHEEL?DSTAKE? KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 00 91-94 Pin, Clevis 2 874...
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..., Lock 1/4 19 874 61 04-12 Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr. 5 20 - - - - - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 22 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - Engine Briggs Model 12T402-1385-F8 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 TRANSMISSION 20 1 11 19 18 1716 11 7 10 12 KEY PART NO...
..., Lock 1/4 19 874 61 04-12 Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr. 5 20 - - - - - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 22 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - Engine Briggs Model 12T402-1385-F8 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 TRANSMISSION 20 1 11 19 18 1716 11 7 10 12 KEY PART NO...
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PART NO. DESCRIPTION 532 44 06-13 Decal, Logo 532 42 20-12 Decal, Logo 532 43 99-89 Decal, Logo 532 11 06-14 Decal, Hand Placement 532 15 87-00 Decal, Control Forward 532 15 87-01 Decal, Control Reverse 532 12 00-76 Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 532 42 29-72 Decal, Tine Shield 532 40 91-43 Decal, Tank 532 43 22-78 Decal, Air Cleaner 532 43 99-64 Manual, Owner's (English) 532 43 99-65 Manual, Owner's (French) 23 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 DECALS 7 6 5 1 12 10 2 9 8 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 - - - MODEL NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER -
PART NO. DESCRIPTION 532 44 06-13 Decal, Logo 532 42 20-12 Decal, Logo 532 43 99-89 Decal, Logo 532 11 06-14 Decal, Hand Placement 532 15 87-00 Decal, Control Forward 532 15 87-01 Decal, Control Reverse 532 12 00-76 Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 532 42 29-72 Decal, Tine Shield 532 40 91-43 Decal, Tank 532 43 22-78 Decal, Air Cleaner 532 43 99-64 Manual, Owner's (English) 532 43 99-65 Manual, Owner's (French) 23 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 DECALS 7 6 5 1 12 10 2 9 8 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 - - - MODEL NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER -