Operation - MTD 21AA412A000 Operator's Manual

Operation
Starting the Engine
i_ll WARNING! Read, understand, and follow all
instructions and warnings on the machine and in
this manual before operating.
NOTE:When pushing the machine with the engine off, you will
hear a ratcheting-gear sound coming from the tiller's chain case.
This is normal.
WARNING! Be sure that no one is standing in front
of the tiller while the engine is running or being
started.
1. Place the gear selection lever in NEUTRAL.
2. Place the throttle control lever in the FAST position or if
equipped, place the engine speed control in the START
position.
3. Move the choke lever to the CHOKE position or, if
equipped, push the primer two (2) or three (3) times. Wait
about two (2) seconds between each push.
NOTE:A warm engine may not require choking or priming.
1. Stand at side of tiller. Grasp the starter handle and pull
out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let the rope recoil
slowly.
2. Pull the starter handle rapidly. Do not allow the handle to
snap back. Allow it to recoil slowly while keeping a firm
hold on the starter handle.
3.
4.
Repeat the previous steps until the engine starts.
As the engine warms up and begins to operate evenly,
move the choke lever gradually to the RUN position. If the
engine falters, return to the choke position, then slowly
move to the RUN position.
NOTE: See the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your
tiller for more detailed instructions.
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine, move the throttle control to the STOP or OFF
position.
Settingthe Depth
Tilling depth is controlled by the depth stake which can be
adjusted to five different settings. Adjust the side shields as you
adjust the depth stake.
i_ WARNING! Always disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine, before performing
any adjustments.
When using the tiller for the first time, use the second
adjustment hole from the top (1" of tilling depth). See Fig.
5-1.
F
Use this position
for the first pass...7_
Clevis Pin_
/
_ort Position
Figure S-1
2. To adjust the depth stake, remove the clevis pin and cotter
pin. Move the depth stake to the desired setting and secure
with the clevis pin and cotter pin. See Fig. 5-1.
3. When breaking up sod and for shallow cultivation, use the
setting which gives 1" of tilling depth (the second hole
from the top). Place the side shields in their lowest position.
4. To adjust the side shields, remove the wing nuts. Move the
side shield to the desired position and replace the wing
nuts. Tighten securely. See Fig. 5-2.
Shallow Tillinc
hields
Deep tilling position
Figure 5-2
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