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- Page 1 MC550 Operator's manual / /96083000300 / 2010-01 01.12.10 AP 433691 Printed in the U.S.A.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Ro ta ry Tillers TRAINING • Read the Owner’s Manual care ful ly. Be thor ough ly fa mil iar with the controls and the proper use of the equip ment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Gasoline Capacity: 0.9 Quarts (0,85 L) Unleaded Regular Oil (API-SG-SL): SAE 10w-30(Above 32°F/0°C) (Capacity: 20 oz./0.6L) SAE 5w-30(Below 32°F/0°C) Spark Plug: Champion RJ19LM or J19LM (Gap: .030"/0.76mm) CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller. It has been designed, en gi neered and manu fac tured to give you the best pos sible de penda bil ity and per form ance. -
Page 4: Assembly
Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary ensure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. - Page 5 TO INSTALL DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 4) • Remove screw(s) securing depth stake to skid and discard the screw(s). • Slide depth stake down into transport arm track, lin- ing up a hole in the depth stake with hole in transport arm.
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Page 6: Operation
KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FORWARD TINE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. - Page 7 The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and...
- Page 8 BEFORE STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN AP PROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CON TAIN ERS. USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS. (See Fig.
- Page 9 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break-in your belt(s), pulleys and tine control before you actually begin tilling. • Start engine, tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation. Allow tines to rotate for five minutes. TILLING HINTS CAUTION: Until you are accustomed to handling your tiller, start ac tu al field...
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Page 10: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Clean Air Cooling System Clean Air Filter Replace Air Filter Clean Area Around Muffler And Controls Replace Spark Plug 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. -
Page 11: Maintenance
Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except car bu re tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start ing of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Re move fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns. - Page 12 COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 15) Your engine is air cooled. For proper en gine performance and long life keep your engine clean. • Remove blower housing and clean as nec es sary. • Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff. BLOWER HOUSING MUFFLER Fig.
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Page 13: Service & Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. TILLER TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be assembled in several different ways to suit your tilling or cultivating needs. CAUTION: Tines are sharp. -
Page 14: Service & Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE V-BELT (SEE Fig. 20 - 22) • Clutch housing/engine assembly must be removed to service belt. See "TO REMOVE CLUTCH HOUSINGI- ENGINE ASSEMBLY" in this section of manual. • Using pliers, remove cable spring and return spring from pivot bracket. -
Page 15: Storage
Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Dirty air cleaner. Water in fuel. Clogged fuel tank. Loose spark plug wire. Bad spark plug or improper gap. Carburetor out of adjustment. Hard to start Throttle control not set properly. -
Page 17: Parts
DECALS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 433415 Decal, Tine, Shield, McCulloch 434458 Decal, Tine, Shield, Warning 141906 Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 141907 Decal, Hand Placement... - Page 18 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER MC550 (96083000300) ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, AND TINES engine-transmission-tines_1...
- Page 19 ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, AND TINES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 421338 Engine 72110608 Bolt Carriage 3/8 - 16 x 1 73900500 Nut Lock Flg 5/16 -18 unc 425398 Plug Snap In 73900600 Nut Lock Flg 3/8 - 16 unc 421337 Housing Clutch 17000616 Screw 3/8 - 16 x 1-1/2 421335...
- Page 20 TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER MC550 (96083000300) HANDLE, WHEEL, AND DEPTH STAKE Handles-Wheels-Depth Stake_1.ai...
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Page 21: Parts
HANDLE, WHEEL, AND DEPTH STAKE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 430579X428 Console Tiller Handle 165787 Grip Handle 431332 Assembly Handle Column 72010520 Bolt 5/16 - 18 x 2.50 189713X428 Knob Wing 425091 Lever Control Tine 12000059 Retainer Ring 431762 Pin Pivot 424190 Handle Lower 425398... - Page 22 The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.