Homelite Expand-it UT15550B Operator's Manual

Tiller attachment

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Expand-it
Tiller Attachment
UT15550B
Your Expand-it
Tiller Attachment has been engineered and manufactured to a high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
using this product.
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To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before

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  • Page 1 ™ Tiller Attachment UT15550B Your Expand-it Tiller Attachment has been engineered and manufactured to a high standard for dependability, ease of ™ operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ... 2  General Safety Rules ... 3  Specific Safety Rules ... 4  Symbols ... 5  Features ... 6  Assembly ... 7-8  Operation ... 8-10  Maintenance ... 11  Exploded View and Parts List ... 12-13 ...
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

     Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Posi- tion the cord so that it will not come in contact with the tiller attachment when in use. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.  Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace them immediately.
  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    Abnormal noise is generally a warning of trou- ble.  Keep all fasteners tight to be sure the tiller is in safe work- ing condition.  Check that the hitch pins are fully inserted on the tine shaft before each use.
  • Page 5: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Safety Alert Symbol Read The Operator’s Manual Eye and Hearing Protection Keep Bystanders Away...
  • Page 6: Features

    TINES GEAR BOX Fig. 1 KNOW YOUR TILLER ATTACHMENT See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features...
  • Page 7: Assembly

     Loosen the knob on the coupler of the power head shaft and remove the end cap from the attachment.  Push in the button located on the shaft of the tiller attach- ment.  Align the button with the guide recess on the power head coupler and slide the two shafts together.
  • Page 8: Operation

    If the power head to which the tiller attachment will be mounted does not have such a handle, install the provided handle.  Hold the top and bottom clamp snugly in position on the shaft housing so that handle will be located to the operator’s left.
  • Page 9  Move the tiller to the work area before starting the engine.  With the tiller on flat level ground, start the engine of the power head. Refer to the operator’s manual of your power head.  Hold the handles firmly, depress the throttle trigger to...
  • Page 10  Remove tines and felt washers from the shaft.  Reinstall tines B and C on opposite sides of the shaft. When facing the tiller attachment, tine B will now be on the left and tine C will be on the right.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

     The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be used for hanging purposes as well. STORING THE TILLER ATTACHMENT Store the tiller attachment in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
  • Page 12: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST...
  • Page 13: Exploded View And Parts List

    EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST Part 220029002 940657006 308635001 940627034 660955001 940654015 638001004 308693004 308693003 308693002 308693001 900755001 638014001 660643002 660643001 308046001 940654014 678132001 678013001 678012001 678016001 518019001 983000934 983000934R * STANDARD HARDWARE ITEM — MAY BE PURCHASED LOCALLY Description Gear Case and Drive Shaft Assembly (Includes Key Nos.
  • Page 14 NOTES...
  • Page 15: Warranty

    WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Techtronic Industries North America, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this EXPAND-IT brand product is free from defect in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace, at Techtronic Industries North America, Inc.’s discretion, any defective product free of charge within these time periods from the date of purchase.
  • Page 16 For parts or service, contact your nearest Expand-it relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-800-242-4672 or visit us online at www.homelite.com. REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing. Please record the serial number in the space provided below.

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