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- Page 1 Owner'sManual TILLERS • Safety • Assembly • Controls • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Model 122O8 Models Model 12217- 3.5HP TUFFY ® 12208- 4.5 HPSuperTUFFY ® 12209- 5.5HP BRONCO Model 12210 12210- 6.5HP Super BRONCO GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Tableof Contents Dear Owner: SECTION 1: SAFETY........... You now own one of the finest standard-rotating-tine tillers available. Your new tiller allows you to till and cultivate your Safety Decals ..............garden with ease, and accomplish dozens of other property SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY ........management projects as well. - Page 3 SPARKARRESTERWARNINGTO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIAAND SEVERAL OTHERSTATES Under CaIifornia law, and under the laws of several other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, hay, grain, or grass covered land; or Iand covered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine spark attester in continuous effective working order.
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Page 4: Section 1: Safety
Section 1: Safety 25. Pleaseremember: You can always c. Useslower engine speeds. 7. Take all possible precautions when stop the tines and wheels by releasing the leaving the machine unattended. Stop the d. Clear the tilling area of all large Forward Clutch Bail or on ModeIs 12209 engine. -
Page 5: Safety Decals
Section 1: Safety Decals For your safety and the safety of others, various safety and opera- Forward Clutch Bail Reverse Clutch Control tional decals are located on your Operating Instruction Operating Instruction unit (seeFigure 1). (Models 12209/12210) Keepthe decals clean and legible at all times. -
Page 6: Section 2: Assembly
Assembly Tools/MaterialsNeeded listed below (contact your local dealer or the factory if any items are missing or for Assembly To prevent personal injury or property damaged). NOTE: Usethe screw length (1) 3/8" open-end wrench* damage, do not start the engine until template (Fig. -
Page 7: Attach Handlebar
Section 2: Assembly STEP2: Attach Handlebar 1. Loosely attach the two legs of the handlebar support (A, Fig. 2-2) to the inner sides of the tiller frame using two 3/8"-16 x 3/4" bex hd, screws (B), 3/8" flat washers (C) and 3/8"-16 bex Iocknuts (D). 2. -
Page 8: Install Forward Clutch Cable
Section 2: Assembly STEP4: Install ForwardClutch Cable 1. Attach the forward clutch cable bracket (P, Fig. 2-4) to the handlebar support (A) with a 1/4"-20 x 1-1/4" hex hd. screw (R, Fig. 2-4) and 1/4"-20 hex Iocknut (S). Tighten securely, 2. -
Page 9: Install Reverseclutch Cable (Models 12209/12210)
Section 2: Assembly STEP5: Install ReverseClutch 4. Fastenthe reverse clutch cable to the left side handlebar with a cable tie (EE, Cable(Models 12209/12210) Fig. 2-9). 1. Unwrap the reverse clutch cable (cable 5. Test the function of the reverse clutch with a knob, a large hex nut and a bracket cable by pulling the knob out and attachedto it) from its shipping position... -
Page 10: Section 3: Features & Controls
Featuresand Controls Before operating your machine, carefully read and understand oil safety, controls and operating instruc- tions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner's Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Forward Reverse Clutch Failure to follow these instructionscan Clutch Bail Control(Models result in serious personalinjury. -
Page 11: Forward Clutch Bail
Section 3: Features a ndControls 4. FORWHEEL DRIVEmode (Figure 3-2): ReverseClutchControl(Models Slide the wheel outward and align the 12209/12210 only) holes in the wheel hub (D, Figure 3-2) and Before starting the engine, be sure that The ReverseClutch Control (F, Figure 3-4) the wheeI shaft (B). -
Page 12: Depth Regulator
Section 3: Features andControls ENGINECONTROLS HandlebarHeightAdjustment DepthRegulatorLever This lever (G, Figure 3-5) controls the The handlebar height is adjustable to Refer to the engine manufacturer's Engine three different settings (see Figure 3-6). tilling depth of the tines. Pull the lever Owner's Manual (included in the tiller lit- As a general rule, adjust the handlebars straight back and slide it up or down to... -
Page 13: Section 4: Operation
Operation Reverse ClutchControl - Models 12209/12210 (knobonbackof bracket) Before operating your machine, carefully read and understandall safety (Section 1), controls (Section 3) and ForwardClutch Bail operating instructions (Section 4) in this Manual, in the separate Engine Owner's Manual, and on the decals on the machine. -
Page 14: Operatingthe Tiller
Section 4: Operation 6. Put ignition switch and!or throttle 2. Put the Depth Regulator Lever in the Starting the Engine control lever on engine in "ON", "RUN", "travel" position (lever ail the way down) The following steps describe how to start so that the tines are clear of the ground. - Page 15 Section 4: Operation Turning the Tiller Around Do not pushdown on the handlebarsto try to make the tiller till more deeply. This preventsthe wheels from holding the tiller backand can allow the tines to rapidly propelthe tiller forward, which could result in loss of control, propertydamage, or personalinjury.
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Page 16: Tillingtips & Techniques
Section 4: Operation Tilling Tips& Techniques Let the tiller dothe work • If the garden size will not permit Avoidtilling wet, soggysoil [engthwise and then crosswise tilling, Tilling wet soil often results in large, • While tilling, relaxand Iet the wheels then overlap the first passes by one- hard clumps of soil that can interfere pull the tiller along while the tines do... - Page 17 Section 4: Operation Tilling Tips & Techniques Clearingthe tines Tilling on slopes • Terraces should be only 2-to-3 feet wide. Digging too far into the side of The tines havea self-clearing action If you must garden on sloping ground, the slope will expose poor subsoil that which helps to eliminate most tangling pleasefollow two very important guide- is unproductive for plants.
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Page 18: Powercomposting
Section 4: Operation POWERCOMPOSTING After power composting, you may want to • Position the !oading vehicle so that the plant a "green manure" cover crop to ramp angle is as flat as possible (the Power composting simply means tilling protect the soil during the off-season. less incline to the ramp, the better). -
Page 19: Section 5: Maintenance
Maintenance REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before inspecting, cleaning Before Every Every PROCEDURE Each Noted servicingthe machine, shut off engine, Hours Hours wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug Checkengine oil level And every 5 wire and move wire away from spark operating hours plug. -
Page 20: Tiller Lubrication
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting,cleaningor servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving partsto come to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or propertydamage. TILLER LUBRICATION CHECK FOROILLEAKS A.ToCheck t heTransmission... -
Page 21: Bolotines
Section 5: Maintenance efore inspecting,cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all movingparts to come to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personalinjury or propertydamage. that attach a single tine to the tine holder. -
Page 22: Checkingand Adjusting Forwarddrive Belttension
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting,cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come I to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and movewire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. I Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious persOnalinjUryor prOperty damage"... -
Page 23: Checking And Adjusting Reversedrive Belt
Section 5: Maintenance Before inspecting, cleaning or servicingthe machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come 1 to a complete stop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on electric start models. IFa uretofo owthese nstructonscanresut nserouspersona njury or propertydamage. -
Page 24: Engine Oilservice
Section 5: Maintenance Beforeinspecting, cleaningor servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come j to a completestop, disconnectspark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition i key on electricstart models. Failure to lollnw these instructionscan result in serious personalinjury or propertydamage. ENGINE OILSERVICE SPARK PLUGSERVICE CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Section 5: Maintenance TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any corrections, refer to the appropriate information in this Manual, or in the Engine Owner's Manual, for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealerfor engine service. Contactyour local authorized equipment dealer or the factory for all other service problems. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION... -
Page 26: Partslist
PARTS LIST Models 12208, 12209, 12210 and 12217 HANDLEBARS, C LUTCH CABLES AND HANDLEBAR MOUNTINGHARDWARE... - Page 27 PARTS LIST Models 12208, 12209, 12210 and 12217 HANDLEBARS, CLUTCH CABLESAND HANDLEBAR MOUNTING HARDWARE REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 55104 1916107001 UpperHandlebar ( Incl. Ref.2) (A)(D).. Handlebar S upport......2 1916996 1110107 UpperHandlebar ( IncL Refs.2 & HexLock Nut,5/16-18 ......
- Page 28 PARTS LIST Models 12208, 12209, 12210 and 12217 WHEEL AND TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES FRON_ < REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9512 1916741 WheelShaft(A)(8)(C)....... Retainer, Snap Ring, "E" Type... 9511 55004 WheelShaft(D)......... Retainer, Snap Ring ......1166-1 9305 Key,Hi-Pro,1/4x 1 ......
- Page 29 PARTS LIST Models 12208, 12209, 12210 and 12217 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS AND PLUG REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9727 Plug,Transmission Oil Fil!....1915084010 Transmission HousingAssy ....1186328 HexHd.Flange Screw,5/16-18x 5/8, 1909374 Oil Seal,TineShaft ......2 Grade 5 ..........
- Page 30 PARTS LIST Models 12208, 12209and 12210 ENGINE,ENGINEBRACKETS AND BELTDRIVESYSTEMS (ForModels12208,12209and12210Only)
- Page 31 Modols 12200, 12209 a.d 12210 PARTS LIST ENGINE, ENGINE BRACKETS AND BELT DRIVE SYSTEMS (For Models 12208, 12209 and 12210 Only) REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY, FlatWasher ......... 2 1107382 Engine,RecoilStart ......1 1917326001 Bracket, B eltCover ......1 9386 Klip Ring..........
- Page 32 PARTS LIST Model 12217 ENGINE, ENGINE BRACKETS AND BELT DRIVE SYSTEM (For Model 12217 Only) 1i 12...
- Page 33 Mod.112217 PARTS LIST ENGINE, ENGINE BRACKETS AND BELTDRIVE SYSTEM (For Model 12217 Only) REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1916652001 Engine, Recoil S tart......Guard, Belt/Pulley ......55039 1916112001 Belt Guide ........... Bracket, B eltCover ......1 9558 LockWasher,5/16......
- Page 34 PARTSLIST Modols 12208, 12209, 12210 and 12217 BOLO TINES AND WHEELS Hold Tine With Blunt EndToward You FRONT! FORWARD - WHEEL Left HandTine Right HandTine NOTE: Identify LeftandRightsidesoftigerbystanding in SHAFT operator p osition andfacing directionofforward travel. 7, _j FRONT/ FORWARD LEFT SIDE RsIG HTSIDE REF.
- Page 35 PARTSLIST Models 12208, 12209, 12210 and 12217 TINE HOOD, DEPTH REGULATOR AND DRAG BAR 8A_" REF, PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9552 9534 HexHal.Flange Screw,Self-Tapping, Spacer..........1 1/4-20x 1/2........2 1100069 HexHd.Screw,1/4-20x 1 ....1 9811 1917536 Decal,Hood ........1 HexLockNut,1/4-20......
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Page 36: Customer Serviceinformation
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION CustomerService and Technical Service OwnerRegistration Card Pleasefill out and mail the enclosed owner If you have questions or problems with the registration card. The purpose of this card is unit, contact your local dealer or the factory. to register each unit at the factory so that we (When calling or writing, provide the can provide you with warranty benefits and...