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MTD 401 Series Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
Rear Tine Tiller
Model Series 410
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
770-10136F.fm
FORM NO.
(11/3/06)

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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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the center of the rear tine cover. This information will be MTD LLC necessary to use the manufacturer’s web site P. O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,OH 44136...

  • 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 Never operate the machine at high transport Do not change the engine governor settings or speeds on hard or slippery surfaces. over-speed the engine. The governor controls the Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. maximum safe operating speed of the engine. Look down and behind and use care when in Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as reverse or pulling machine towards you.

  • Page 5: Assembling Your Tiller

    SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models • Insert hex bolt into the top hole of the depth stake of tillers. The units illustrated may vary slightly from assembly. Place flat washer on the hex bolt and your unit.
  • Page 6 Retainer Bracket Shoulder Bolt & Lock Nut T-Handles Bracket Gear Shift Rod Figure 3 • Place the hex opening of the flange nut retainer Gear Shift Rod bracket over the flange nut securing the handle Opening adjustment crank and install the lock nut on the lower shoulder bolt.

  • Page 7: Tire Pressure

    • Remove one hex nut from the threaded casing on NOTE: Keep hands out of belt area while unit is the end of the cable. Slip the wire up through the operating. slot on the cable bracket underneath the handle. •...

  • Page 8: Know Your Tiller

    SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER Clutch Handle Gear Selection Handle Handle Adjustment Handle Depth Stake Model 410 Series Figure 8 WARNING: Read, understand, and follow Reverse all instructions and warnings on the Reverse wheel drive only. machine and in this manual before Neutral operating.

  • Page 9: Depth Stake

    Choke Lever Fuel Shut-Off Valve (If so equipped) (If so equipped) The choke lever, on models so equipped, is located in Make sure the valve, on models so equipped, is in the the rear of the engine, below the muffler. It is used to ON (horizontal) position when starting the engine.

  • Page 10: Operating Your Tiller

    SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR TILLER WARNING: Read, understand, and follow of the Assembly Instructions. all instructions and warnings on the To Stop Engine machine and in this manual before operating. • Move throttle control to STOP or OFF position. Before Starting NOTE: After the first ten hours of operation, recheck the clutch adjustment.

  • Page 11: Operating The Tiller

    • When breaking up sod and for shallow cultivation, To adjust the depth stake, remove the clevis pin and use the setting which gives 1" of tilling depth hairpin clip. Move the depth stake to the desired setting (second hole from the top). Place the side shields in and secure with the clevis pin and hairpin clip.

  • Page 12: Making Adjustments

    SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS Belt Tension Adjustment WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, Periodic adjustment of the belt tension may be required except where specified in operator’s due to normal stretch and wear on the belt. Adjustment manual.

  • Page 13: Maintaining Your Tiller

    SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLER Wheel Shafts WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before Remove wheel assemblies and lubricate the axle shafts performing any repairs or maintenance. at least once a season. Engine Cleaning Tine Area Refer to the separate engine manual for engine Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use.
  • Page 14 Off-Season Storage NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 engine pulley. See Figure 10. days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the Engine tiller for storage.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 7: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty start days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. Throttle control lever not in correct starting Move throttle lever to start position.

  • Page 16: Illustrated Parts List

    SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 410...
  • Page 17 Model Series 410 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 710-1017 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x.625 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 786-0168 Shift Cover - Tecumseh 710-0237 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x.625 686-0095 Crank Shift Assembly 756-0971 Inner Pulley Half 712-04063 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 756-0972...
  • Page 18 Model Series 410 53 48...
  • Page 19 Model Series 410 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 721-0378 Shaft Seal 1.0 Dia 786-0086 Reinforcement Bracket 712-0378 Hex Nut 7/16-20 721-0295 Chain Case Gasket 736-0407 Bell Washer.45 ID x 1.0 OD 710-0258 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x.625 721-0379 Shaft Seal.75 Dia 736-0329...
  • Page 20 Model Series 410...
  • Page 21 700-xxxx-0662. Black — 0691; Black, Powder — 0637; Blue, Midnight — 0667; Charcoal — 0483; Grey — 0648; Grey, Oyster — 0662; Orange — 0606; Red — 0650; Red, MTD — 0638; Silver — 0629; Yellow — 0674.
  • Page 22 NOTES...
  • Page 23 NOTES...

  • Page 24: Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the exported outside of the United States, its possessions United States, its possessions and territories.

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