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- Page 1 Rear-Tine Tiller Owner/Operator Manual Model 901026 - RT7018 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL 00159101 11/00 Printed in USA...
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Page 2: Controls & Features
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGLISH 1. Wheel Hub Drive Pins (Each Side) 2. Fuel Cap and Tank 3. Throttle 4. Recoil Starter Handle 5. Forward Control (Clutch) 6. Handlebar 7. Depth Control Stick 8. Choke 9. Reverse Control (Clutch) 10. Tines 11. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Ariens disclaims liability for All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from any claims or damages, whether warranty, property... -
Page 4: Safety
4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance 6. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and and adjustments. return the card to Ariens Company. 5. Review Limited Warranty Policy. SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS Look for these symbols to point out ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. - Page 5 Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling Dust, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an tiller towards you. accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light. OL4660 Personal Safety • Know location and function of all controls. NEVER operate unit after or during the use of •...
- Page 6 DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely Keep all hardware properly tightened. necessary. Use extreme caution when operating in Disengage forward and reverse controls, stop engine, reverse. wait for moving parts to stop and remove wire to spark Stay alert for holes, rocks, roots and hidden hazards in plug before attempting to unclog, repair, adjust or area of operation.
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Page 7: Assembly
ASSEMBLY PREPARATION WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and Install Handlebar understand Assembly Safety Rules in Safety section before attempting to assemble unit. 1. Install handlebars to upper Tools Required portion of bracket using .38" Tire gauge, adjustable wrench or open-end wrenches: hardware. - Page 8 Check Lubrication 1. Cable Eye Check for proper lubrication. Refer to Maintenance . 2. Bolt Check Function of all Controls 3. Rubber Cap 4. Nut WARNING: FAILURE OF CONTROLS could 5. Forward Clutch result in death or serious injury. Cable 6.
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Page 9: Operation
OPERATION 4. Insert drive pin. Repeat steps on other side of unit. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand Operational Safety Rules in Safety section before operating. CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure on page 2 for all Controls and Features locations. Throttle OB0813 Throttle controls engine speed and stops... - Page 10 Depth Control FILL FUEL TANK CAUTION: Do not adjust tilling depth with WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable and tines rotating. Disengage clutch and shut off must be handled with care. Never fill tank engine before changing tilling depth. when the engine is running or hot from operation.
- Page 11 Shut Off TO TRANSPORT UNIT 1. Release forward and reverse controls to To transport unit on a truck or trailer: disengage clutch. 1. Disengage clutch and stop engine. 2. Move throttle to the “STOP” position. 2. Close fuel shut-off valve (see engine manual). 3.
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Page 12: Maintenance
Check Spark Plug of oil. • Every twenty five (25) hours or each season, check oil Service Air Cleaner level in the gear boxes. If necessary, add Ariens L-2 • • Special Gear Lubricant at oil fill port. Check and General Lubrication replace plug when full. -
Page 13: Service & Adjustments
3. Add oil at the oil fill port. 4. Recheck oil level and replace plug. Level Check Plug Oil Fill Port OB0530 Figure 11 Check Tire Pressure Drain Plugs OB0820 Every twenty-five (25) operating hours, check that tire Figure 10 pressure is at 14 PSI. - Page 14 GROUND AND TINE SPEED ADJUSTING CLUTCH CABLES To check forward or reverse clutch cables: WARNING: DO NOT remove belt cover while 1. Shut off engine, allow muffler to cool and remove engine is running. Disengage clutch, stop spark plug wire from spark plug. engine and remove wire from spark plug 2.
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Page 15: Storage
STORAGE Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or damage. Order WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and any parts required and make necessary repairs to understand Storage Safety Rules in Safety avoid delays when beginning use again. section before operating. Clean unit thoroughly. IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with water or store Check each item in Before Storage in the Maintenance unit outdoors. -
Page 16: Specifications
SERVICE PARTS Order these parts through your dealer. Part No. Part Description 07202400 Forward V-belt 07238000 Reverse V-belt To obtain a complete parts manual, find your model and serial number. Then go to www.ariens.com or call 1-800-678-5443. GB - 16... -
Page 17: Warranty
Ariens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase, and will repair any defect in material or... - Page 18 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...