McCulloch 532 43 21-09 Operator's Manual

Walk-behind powered rotary tiller

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MC900
Operator's Manual / 96083000400 / 2009-11
532 43 21-09

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  • Page 1 MC900 Operator's Manual / 96083000400 / 2009-11 532 43 21-09...
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. • Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for im por tant details if the tiller is to be stored for an ex- tended period. - IMPORTANT - CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRIT I CAL IN FOR MA TION IN THIS MANUAL.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual. The in struc tions will enable you to assemble and main tain your tiller prop erly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ...
  • 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 to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 5: Assembly

    Route tine control cable(s) through plas tic cable clip on handle mount. NOTE: Cables must not touch the muffler. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid. Re move tiller from skid by pulling backwards. • Remove screws securing depth stake to skid and discard the screws.
  • Page 6: Operation

    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 mean- ing.
  • 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.
  • Page 8 AROUND THE YARD • Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring. • Push tiller handles down, raising tines off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to desired location. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire.
  • Page 9 To slow down the tiller, press down on handles. If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled. The proper setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil con di tion.
  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must main tain tiller as instructed in this manual.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use.
  • Page 12 Wa ter in en gine will short en the useful life of your tiller. Blower •...
  • Page 13: Service & Adjustments

    TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Se lect handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil. • If a higher handle height is desired, loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets.
  • Page 14: Service & Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FINAL CHECK “ON” POSITION • With tine control “ON” (held down to handle) push down on handle to raise tines off the ground. • Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines. Tines should rotate forward. • If tines do not rotate, inner wire of control cable is too loose.
  • 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

    Ground too dry and hard. difficult handling Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted. Soil balls up or clumps Ground too wet. Engine runs but tiller Tine control is not engaged. won’t move V-belt not correctly adjusted. V-belt is off pulley(s).
  • Page 17 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 18 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 19 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    6. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service deal- Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact: McCulloch Customer Service Dept. 1030 Stevens Creek Road...

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