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Poulan Pro HDF550M Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO. HDF550M
5 HP 26 Inch
Tiller
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Maintenance
•
Service
and Adjustments
•
Storage
•
Troubleshooting
•
Repair Parts
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized
distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance:
call 1-800o829-5886
Poulan
184860
12.03.02 TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MODEL NO. HDF550M 5 HP 26 Inch Tiller Assembly • Operation • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized Poulan MANUAL Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts distributor: For Technical Assistance: call 1-800o829-5886...
  • Page 2 Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. • Always refer to the operator's guide instructions important details if the tiller is to be stored for an ex- tended period. while the CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS,...
  • Page 3 We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions wiIF enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ...
  • Page 4 Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 5 (3/4" long) hex bolt is assembled hole of handle. Repeat for opposite side. Tighten all hardware securely. Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid. Remove screws securing depth stake to skid and dis- card the screws.
  • Page 6 THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and 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 mean- ing.
  • Page 7 With forward tine control =OFF" (up) position, pull back and hold reverse tine control. OPERATION objects thrown into the eyes, which can result I Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard TILLING The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position of the depth stake and wheel height.
  • Page 8 Move choke control to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).
  • Page 9 To slow down the tiller, press down on handles. If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled.The proper setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.
  • Page 11 Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    FIG. 14 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection.

  • Page 13: Service & Adjustments

    HEIGHT Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil. • If a higher handle height is desired, loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets.
  • Page 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 19) from spark plug to prevent starting while WARNING: Disconnect checking line operation. For proper tine operation, forward tine control lever must be against control body and all slack removed from inner wire of control cable when control is in the "OFF"...

  • Page 15: Service & Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FORWARD MOTION (INSIDE) V-BELT ENGINE PULLEY BELT GUIDE REVERSE IDLER PULLEY BELT GUIDE IDLER PULLEY REVERSE (OUTSIDE) V-BELT REVERSE IDLER PULLEY \_<X_ [_INE PUL- "FORWARD IDLER PULLEY FRONT VIEW REFERENCE REVERSE ENG|NE PULLEY FIG. 21 REVERSE REVERSE IDLER ARM IDLER PULLEY __1=__ ,DLE.

  • Page 16: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spa rk.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Ground too dry and hard. difficult handling Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted. Soil bolls up or clumps Ground too wet. Engine runs but tiller 1. Tine control is not engaged. won't move V-belt not correctly adjusted. V-belt is off pulley(s).
  • Page 18 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HDF550M HANDLE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 180814X428 Panel Pnt Control 72140512 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1 ',2 9266R Grip, Handle 166376 Handle, L.H. 73680500 Locknut, Crown 5/16-18 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16"Ga.
  • Page 19 2649M Key, Square 151236 Pulley, Flat, Trans. ASSEMBLY /" #10-24 x 1/2 Type D 1/4-20 x 3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. HDF550M PART DESCRIPTION 165914 Bolt, Belt Guard 12000035 Ring, Klip 73350800 Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16...
  • Page 20 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HDF550M WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 74760520 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 74760512 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 73220500 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 10040500 Washer, Lock 5/16 73800600 Locknut, w/washer...
  • Page 21 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER ITNE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 156934 Tine, Outer, R.H. 3146R Retainer, Spring 156932 Tine, Inner, R.H. PART 156931 156933 4929H HDF550M DESCRIPTION Tine, Inner, L.H. Tine, Outer, L.H. Pin, Clevis...
  • Page 22 19091412 3/8-16 19092016 10040400 74610412 NOTE: All component dimensions given 1 inch = 25.4 mm HDF550M DESCRIPTION Spacer, Split Nut Lock Hex Fig Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 Ga. Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. Washer, Lock 1/4 Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr.
  • Page 23 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HDF550M DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 157377 Decal, Logo 157380 Decal, Logo 157378 Decal, HP, Reverse 141914 Decal, Reverse, Tine Control 141907 Decal, Hand Placement 176391 Decal, Eng. Tiller 171077 Decal, OHV. N-I/C 141906 Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from de- fects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.

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