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- Page 1 Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator Includes Model: 22255 P/N: 22261 ECN: 11325 REV1: 10/01/16 Get parts online at © 2016 Ardisam, Inc. www.GetEarthquake.com All Rights Reserved...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
With proper care, your cultivator will provide many years of service. Please read this entire manual before installation and use. Earthquake® reserves the right to change, alter or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice. -
Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions
• Carefully follow all assembly instructions. CAUTION • Maintain the machine according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s CAUTION INDICATES A HAZARD WHICH, IF NOT manual. AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY • Ensure that anyone who uses the machine is familiar AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. - Page 4 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator General Safety Rules • Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the walk; never run.
- Page 5 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator DANGER CAUTION ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF A ODORLESS, COLORLESS, POISONOUS GAS. FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE EXHAUST.
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Page 6: Operation Precautions/Maintenance And Storage Precautions
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator • Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. • Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast of a rate. a. Use an approved fuel container. •... -
Page 7: Burns And Fires/Safety Decals
OFF switch to the OFF or STOP position and store indoors in a dry place locked or otherwise inaccessible to children. • Use only original equipment parts from Earthquake, including all nuts and bolts. Part No. 17918 Free Hand Safe Starting Location Decal - Left Handlebar Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... -
Page 8: Features And Specifications
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator FEATURES ON/OFF SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER STORAGE POSITION TOOL-LESS HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT U-TURN™ HANDLEBAR FRONT BUMPER (TRANSPORT & STORAGE) SEE THROUGH FUEL TANK TOOL-LESS REPLACEABLE & REVERSIBLE TINES * For helpful hints and tips for using your cultivator,... -
Page 9: Unpacking And Assembly
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY U-TURN™ Unpack Cultivator CURVED HANDLEBAR 1. Carefully lift the cultivator out of the box, remove any WASHER ASSEMBLY packing material and cut any zip ties. SEE FIGURE 1 2. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains: •... -
Page 10: Operation
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator OPERATION 7. Immediately replace fuel cap and tighten. Wipe off spilled fuel and allow to dry before starting engine. Operation Tips IMPORTANT 1. The clutch will transfer maximum power after about two hours of normal operation. During this break-in period THIS ENGINE USES A GAS/OIL MIXTURE. - Page 11 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator 7. After engine starts running, move choke lever to HALF WARNING CHOKE position until unit runs smoothly. MAKE SURE THE UNIT IS IN A STABLE POSITION NOTE: Half choke is defined when the choke lever is BEFORE PULLING THE STARTER HANDLE.
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Page 12: Maintenance And Storage
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator Cultivator Maintenance WARNING 1. The transmission case has grease installed at the factory. It PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST is recommended to check grease level once a year. Add a BE TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND... - Page 13 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator Spark Plug CAUTION The recommended spark plug is a Torch L8RTC which cross references to a Champion RCJ6Y. DO NOT TWIST AIR FILTERS WHEN CLEANING. ALWAYS PRESS. TWISTING OR TOO MUCH FORCE CAN DAMAGE THE 1.
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Page 14: Troubleshooting And Repair
3. If an enclosed vehicle must be used, remove gas into an free life for your Earthquake Cultivator. Most repairs will be approved red fuel container. DO NOT siphon by mouth. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY/ACTION Engine will not start 1. Power switch off 1. Flip switch to ON or RUN position 2. Spark plug wire disconnected 2. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug 3. -
Page 16: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Engine Assembly 11,16 20,22 11,15 11,14 21,22 11,13 11,12 22,23 22,24 25,29 26,29 27,29 29,31, 28,29 29,31 29,30 15,34 39,40 40,41 40,42 40,43 Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... - Page 17 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Engine Assembly ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. 26119 AIR FILTER COVER 26130 GASKET MUFFLER 26116 FOAM AIR FILTER ELEMENT 26215 PAD FUEL TANK MOUNT 26114 ELEMENT REINFORCEMENT 26120...
- Page 18 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Hood & Tines Parts Explosion ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. 24808 FRONT BUMPER BLACK 4652 COTTER PIN 5/8 X 3/4 IN 4604 TINE "D" ASSEMBLY 4602 TINE "C" ASSEMBLY 24513 BOLT M8 X 1.25 X 165 HEX HEAD...
- Page 19 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Transmission Parts Explosion 16,17 15,16 ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. 22256 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY 32:1 4620 JAM NUT M8 X 1.25 HEX 25186 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 18 HEX FLANGE 25158 CLUTCH DRUM M8 THREADED 18250 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 20 HEX FLANGE...
- Page 20 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - Handlebar Parts Explosion ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY. 25440 SLEEVE CABLE PROTECTION 14645 THROTTLE CABLE SWIVEL FERRULE 26166 ON/OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY 10888 BOLT M5 X 0.8 X 30 MM PHILLIPS 27136 KIT HANDLEBAR UPPER WITH WARNINGS 4639 HANDLEBAR GRIP 19.5 X 110 MM...
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Page 21: 15073 Border-Edger Kit Installation (Optional Accessory)
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator 15073 BORDER-EDGER KIT INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) The Border-Edger Kit is a useful tool for making clean cuts in the lawn along the borders of gardens, flower beds, walkways, and driveways for a well manicured look. To install the Border-... -
Page 22: 15290 Drag Stkae Mount Kit Installation (Optional Accessory)
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator 15290 DRAG STAKE MOUNT KIT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) IMPORTANT THE 15290 DRAG STAKE MOUNT KIT IS REQUIRED TO USE THE DK43 DETHATCHER KIT. The Drag Stake Mount Kit is very effective for adding stability and depth control to your cultivator. The Drag Stake Mount Kit is a DRAG STAKE mandatory accessory for using the DK43 Dethatcher Kit. -
Page 23: Dk43 Dethatcher Kit Installation (Optional Accessory)
Use in Spring, Summer, and Fall to bring life and color DETHATCHER SHIELD back to your lawn. The MC25 unit requires the 15290 Drag Stake Mount Kit to properly mount and use the DK43 Dethatcher Kit. RIGHT DETHATCHER ASSEMBLY LOCK PIN 1. -
Page 24: Warranty
Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS Ardisam, Inc. (Ardisam) warrants this cultivator under a five-year limited warranty to be free from defects in the material or workmanship or both for a period not exceeding sixty consecutive months from the date of original purchase by the first retail consumer or first commercial end user. - Page 25 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
- Page 26 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
- Page 27 Operator's Manual MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator NOTES Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
- Page 28 Earthquake®, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@getearthquake.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.