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Troy-Bilt 7HP PONY 12211 – Recoil Start Owner's Manual

Troy-Bilt 7HP PONY 12211 – Recoil Start Owner's Manual

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SAFETY FIRST!
Before operating this equipment, read this
Owner's Manual and the separate manual
supplied by the engine manufacturer.
Models
12211 – Recoil Start
12212 – Electric Start
OWNER'S MANUAL
7HP PONY
REAR-TINE TILLER
• Safety
• Assembly

• Features and Controls

• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts List
(Recoil Start Model shown)
GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED
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  • Page 1: Features And Controls

    OWNER’S MANUAL 7HP PONY ® REAR-TINE TILLER SAFETY FIRST! • Safety Before operating this equipment, read this Owner's Manual and the separate manual • Assembly supplied by the engine manufacturer. • Features and Controls • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Models 12211 –...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Dear Owner: You now own one of the finest standard-rotating-tine tillers SECTION 1: SAFETY ........... ® Safety Decals ..............available. Your new PONY Model tiller allows you to till and cultivate your garden with ease, and accomplish SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY ........

  • Page 3: Section 1: Safety

    Section Safety SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES Under California 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;...

  • Page 4: Maintenance And Storage

    Section 1: Safety 7. Take all possible precautions when b. Use shallower depth regulator set- 25. The battery on electric start model tillers leaving the machine unattended. Stop the tings, working gradually deeper contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with engine. Remove ignition key on electric with each pass.

  • Page 5: Safety Decals

    Section 1: Safety 4. To reduce the chances of a fire Decals hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. For your safety and the safety of others, replacements if any decals are damaged or various safety message decals are on your missing.

  • Page 6: Section 2: Assembly

    Section Assembly Hardware Bag Parts List WARNING Fig. To prevent personal injury or property Ref. Qty. Description damage, do not start the engine until all 3/8-16 x 1" Hex Hd. Screw assembly steps are complete and you Keyed Washer have read and understand the safety and Wheel Gear Lever Knob operating instructions in this Manual.

  • Page 7: Attach Reverse Clutch Control

    Section 2: Assembly 3. Loosely attach the handlebars to the 7. To remove the tiller from its shipping 3. Test the function of the reverse clutch mounting tabs with two 3/8-16 x 1" platform, first carefully unwrap the wheel cable by pulling the knob out and releas- screws (heads of screws go to inside of gear cable from around the chassis.

  • Page 8: Check Transmission Gear Oil Level

    Section 2: Assembly IMPORTANT: If the handlebar height is 2. Remove the oil level check plug (M, changed, the hole position of the Forward Figure 2-11) on the left-side of the trans- Clutch rod must be changed accordingly. mission. (Due to dried paint on the plug Changing the handlebar height changes threads, it may require some force to the tension on the Forward Clutch rod –...

  • Page 9: Add Motor Oil To Engine

    Section 2: Assembly STEP 7: Attach Wheel Gear Lever 1. Insert the Wheel Gear Lever (P, Figure 2-14) up through the slot in the control panel that is labeled “WHEEL GEAR.” 2. Insert two #10-32 x 1/2" round head screws down through the “+” marks on the control panel decal and securely attach the wheel gear mounting bracket using two #10 lockwashers and #10-32...

  • Page 10: Check Hardware For Tightness

    Section 2: Assembly Electric Start 4. Remove the six filler caps from the top DANGER of the battery. Leave the caps off while Assembly Steps activating and charging the battery. Battery electrolyte is a sulfuric acid The following steps explain how to solution that is poisonous and causes 5.
  • Page 11 Section 2: Assembly STEP 3: Attach Battery Cables DANGER DANGER and Vent Tube Batteries produce explosive gases! • Do not touch positive (+) battery 1. Locate the positive battery cable, terminal and any surrounding metal • Keep sparks, flame and cigarettes which is connected to the starter solenoid with tools, jewelry or other metal away.
  • Page 12 Section 2: Assembly 4. Check the tightness of the upper mounting screw that secures the negative cable and starter solenoid to the battery post. See Figure 2-20. Scrape away any paint between the cable and the screw as the paint can prevent a good electrical ground.

  • Page 13: Section 3: Features & Controls

    Section Features and Controls WARNING Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 14: Reverse Clutch

    Section 3: Features and Controls Reverse Clutch WARNING The Reverse Clutch (C, Figure 3-1) con- • Do not attempt to till too deeply too trols the engagement of reverse drive to quickly. Gradually work down to the wheels and tines. The reversing deeper tilling depths.

  • Page 15: Engine Throttle Control Lever

    Section 3: Features and Controls ENGINE CONTROLS Electric Start Keyswitch (electric start model) Refer to the engine manufacturer’s Engine Owner’s Manual (included in the tiller lit- The ignition keyswitch on the electric erature package) to identify the controls start model (H, Figure 3-5) is used to on your engine.

  • Page 16: Section 4: Operation

    Section Reverse Clutch Operation Wheel Gear Lever Handlebar Height Adjustment Screw Forward Clutch Lever WARNING (also on right-side) Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety Depth Regulator Lever (Section 1), controls (Section 3) and operating instructions (Section 4) in this Manual, in the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and on the decals on the machine.

  • Page 17: Operating The Tiller

    Section 4: Operation Starting the Engine (b) When the engine starts, release the key and it will return to the “RUN” The following steps describe how to start setting. and stop the engine. Do not attempt to (c) Gradually move choke lever (on engage the tines or wheels until you engines so equipped) to “NO have read all of the operating instruc-...
  • Page 18 Section 4: Operation 4. For forward motion of the wheels and WARNING tines: Before tilling, contact your telephone or (a) Pull one or both of the Forward utilities company and inquire if Clutch lever “paddles” up and hold underground equipment or lines are them against the handlebars.

  • Page 19: Tilling Tips & Techniques

    Section 4: Operation & Tilling Tips Techniques Let the tiller do the work Avoid tilling soggy, wet soil • If the garden size will not permit lengthwise and then crosswise tilling, • While tilling, relax and let the wheels Tilling wet soil often results in large, then overlap the first passes by one- pull the tiller along while the tines do hard clumps of soil that can interfere...
  • Page 20 Section 4: Operation & Tilling Tips Techniques Clearing the tines Tilling on slopes • Terraces should be only 2-to-3 feet wide. Digging too far into the side of If you must garden on a moderate The tines have a self-clearing action the slope will expose poor subsoil that slope, please follow two very important which eliminates most tangling of debris...

  • Page 21: Power Composting

    Section 4: Operation LOADING AND UNLOADING • When going down ramps, walk back- POWER COMPOSTING ward with the tiller following you. Keep THE TILLER Power composting simply means tilling alert for any obstacles behind you. Posi- under and burying in the soil all manner tion a person at each wheel to control WARNING of organic matter such as crop residues,...

  • Page 22: Section 5: Maintenance

    Section Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE servicing the machine, shut off engine, Before Every Every wait for all moving parts to come to a PROCEDURE Each Noted complete stop, disconnect spark plug Hours Hours wire and move wire away from spark plug.

  • Page 23: Check Hardware

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 24: Engine Oil Service

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 25: Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 26: Checking And Adjusting Tension On The Drive Belts

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.
  • Page 27 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 28: Forward Drive Belt Removal And Installation

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 29: Reverse Drive Belt Removal And Installation

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 30: Battery Maintenance

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 31: Tiller Specifications And Attachments

    Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    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 Dealer for engine service. Contact your local authorized equipment dealer or the factory for all other service problems. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION...

  • Page 33: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HOOD, BRACKET and DEPTH REGULATOR REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1917605 Tine Hood (Incl. hood flap and 9120 Retaining Ring (tolerance ring) ... Ref.17) ..........9119 Knob, Depth Regulator (Incl. Ref. 11) . 1100243 Lockwasher, 3/8........
  • Page 34 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY and CONTROL LEVERS Bellcrank See Pg. 38...
  • Page 35 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY and CONTROL LEVERS REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1918811 Handlebars (Incl. Refs. 2, 3 & 3A) ..9390 Grip ............. 9126 Grip ............. 20863 Bail, Forward Clutch Control (Incl. 1918770 Decal, Control Panel ......
  • Page 36 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ENGINE, SUPPORT BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, BELT COVER Reverse Clutch Cable...
  • Page 37 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ENGINE, SUPPORT BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, BELT COVER REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. Engine – 7HP, standard recoil start ..1916536 Bushing..........Engine – 7HP, electric start ....1916728 Spring, Reverse Return....... 1917326001 Bracket, Clutch Cable ......
  • Page 38 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 FORWARD IDLER ASSEMBLY REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1110108 Hex Locknut, 3/8-16 ......1916194001 Mounting Bar ........9090 Idler Pulley, Forward ......1100242 Lockwasher, 5/16........ 20532 Spacer..........1186230 Hex Nut, 5/16-18......... 1916192001 Left Idler Arm, forward tiller 1916195001...
  • Page 39 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 TRANSMISSION HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS, PLUGS NOTE 1: These screws are a special sealing screw that cannot be reused without risking the loss of transmission oil. If these screws are loosened or removed, they must be replaced with new screws. REF.
  • Page 40 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 DRIVE SHAFT, INPUT PINION SHAFT and GEAR ASSEMBLIES REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. MAIN DRIVE SHAFT INPUT PINION SHAFT & GEAR ASSEMBLY 1714 Bearing, Tapered Roller with Race ..9572 Hex Hd. Screw, 5/16-24 x 1-1/8* ..20718 Spur Gear ..........
  • Page 41 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 WHEEL SHAFT, ECCENTRIC SHAFT and TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9621 Oil Seal ..........20712 Wheel Drive Clutch (cast-iron) ..9511 Retaining Ring (heavy-duty, external) 20879 Eccentric Shaft ........1166-1 Shim, 1-1/64 I.D., .062"...
  • Page 42 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 BOLO TINES, WHEELS NOTE 1: Custom Tilling Tines are available for your tiller. These are special hard-faced tines that are thicker than standard tines. IMPORTANT: Left and right sides of tiller are determined by standing in operator position and facing direc- tion of forward travel.
  • Page 43 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HILLER/FURROWER ATTACHMENT HILLER/FURROWER – PART #12579 (Viewed from front of tiller) REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1900771001 Furrower Blade ........9725 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2..... 1186098 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4 ....1100243 Lockwasher, 3/8, plated ....
  • Page 44 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 45 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 96512 Battery, 12 Volt, 9 Amp (Incl. 97020 Boot, Insulating ......... Ref. 7) ........... 96514 Solenoid (Incl. nuts and washers 9462 Battery Cap (yellow) ......A/R for cables and wires) .....
  • Page 46 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT – PART # 12589 (Complete – Attaches to Furrower Attachment) MAIN SUPPORT/YOKE ASSEMBLY PART # 1904522001 BUMPER ATTACHMENT BUMPER ATTACHMENT – PART #12593 (Viewed from front of tiller.)
  • Page 47 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT & BUMPER ATTACHMENT REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. Row Marker Attachment – Part #12589 Row Marker Main Support & Yoke Assy – Part #1904522001 1904522001 Complete Main Support & Yoke Assy. 1186349 Hex Flange Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2* ...

  • Page 48: Customer Service Information

    CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Owner Registration Card Customer Service and Technical Service Please fill 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...

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