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IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
CUB CADET CORPORATION P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Rear Tine
Tiller
RT65
21A-458B100
FORM NO. 770-10101C.fm
(12/99)
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- Page 1 Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. CUB CADET CORPORATION P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 FORM NO. 770-10101C.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
(Model Number) (Serial Number) Copy the model number here: Copy the serial number here: CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136 CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR TILLER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. - Page 4 • If situations occur which are not covered by this • Never refuel unit indoors because flammable manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your vapors will accumulate in the area. dealer for assistance. • Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame or spark such as a CHILDREN gas hot water heater, space heater, clothes dryer or...
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Page 5: Loose Parts
SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS Handle Assembly Depth Stake Control Assembly NOTE: Cable tie not shown. -
Page 6: Assembling Your Tiller
SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER ATTACHING DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE IMPORTANT: or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for • Tip the tiller forward so it rests on front proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. counterweight. - Page 7 NOTE: Do not overtighten clutch cable. Too much Slot Head Screw, tension may cause it to break. Nut, Flat Washers WARNING: Be certain to check the Internally Threaded clutch cable adjustment as instructed on Tube this page before operating the tiller. Secure clutch cable to handle using cable tie.
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Page 8: Know Your Tiller
Now move the shift lever to FORWARD (Wheels NOTE: A secondary cable adjustment is available if you Forward) position. Carefully engage the clutch by lifting reach the point that additional adjustment is needed. the clutch control bail against the handle. The wheels Remove the belt cover and move the hex nuts at the should spin. -
Page 9: Operating Your Tiller
CLUTCH CONTROL BAIL DEPTH STAKE The clutch control bail is located below the handle. See The depth bar controls the tilling depth. Refer to Figure 7. Lifting the clutch control bail against the SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR TILLER on this page. handle engages the wheel and tine drive mechanisms. -
Page 10: Making Adjustments
TO OPERATE THE TILLER: • Select the depth stake setting. Transport • Start engine as instructed on page 9. • Move gear selection handle to one of the forward Position Use This modes or reverse. Position Use the reverse tine drive when tilling virgin First Time ground, sod or hard soil. -
Page 11: Maintaining Your Tiller
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT • Remove the belt cover as described in the belt replacement section on page 12. • Remove the hairpin clip and spring washer from the WARNING: If any adjustments are made idler pulley rod. See Figure 11. to the engine while the engine is running, •... - Page 12 CLEANING THE TINE AREA Torx Screws Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. Belt Cover The dirt washes off the tines easier if washed off immediately instead of after it dries. We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit.
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Page 13: Off-Season Storage
SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 • Refer to the engine manual for correct engine days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the storage instructions. tiller for storage. •... -
Page 14: Parts List
SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL RT65... - Page 15 MODEL RT65 REF. REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 611-0020 Wheel Shaft Ass’y: 33T 721-0378 Seal 1.0 Shaft 611-0021 Tine Shaft Ass’y: 18T 721-0379 Seal .75 Shaft 611-0128 Jack Shaft Ass’y 726-0277 Taper Cap Ring 611-0129 Input Shaft Ass’y 732-0496 Compression Spring .50"...
- Page 16 MODEL RT65 12 15...
- Page 17 MODEL RT65 REF. REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 747-1152 Shift Rod 750-0885 Spacer .435 O.D. x .322 I.D. 649-0041 Upper Handle Ass’y 786-0090 Shoulder 649-0034 Lower Handle Ass’y 786-0113 Tine Shield Hinge Flap 710-3005 Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 786-0176 R.H.
- Page 18 MODEL RT65 3 40...
- Page 19 MODEL RT65 REF. REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION PART NO. DESCRIPTION 786-0186 Belt Keeper Brkt. 686-0111 Belt Cover Brkt. Ass’y 786-0187 Shift Cover Brkt. 710-0237 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .62" Lg. 786-0193 Idler Belt Keeper 710-0412 Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x .75" Lg. 634-0106 RH Wheel Ass’y Comp.
- Page 20 REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION...
- Page 21 How to obtain service Contact your authorized Cub Cadet servicing dealer who sold you your Cub Cadet equipment. If this dealer is not available, see the Consumer Yellow Pages under “lawn mowers” for the name of a dealer near you.