IKH XTP4 Instruction Manual page 8

2. Follow the instructions to start the engine. Keep the engine idle running about one minute.
3. The clutch engages and disengages the power from the engine to the transmission. When the
clutch lever is squeezed, the clutch is engaged and power is transmitted to the transmission.
When the lever is released, power will not be transmitted. Lifting the tiller up and squeezing the
clutch lever, the operator sees the tines assembly is rotating. After about 30 seconds of rotation,
the clutch lever should be released. Make sure the tines stop running and put down the tiller on
the ground. Then turn off the engine.
4. The front wheel is used to help move the tiller from one place to another. To move the tiller,
place the front wheel in the "down" position and insert the lock pin. Then lift the handlebars so
that the tiller can be easily moved on the front wheel. Before tilling, return the wheel to the "up"
position and secure in the groove 2 with lockpin. See pic.3
Picture 3.
5. Keep the engine idle running about one minute after starting and then adjust engine speed by
moving the throttle.
6. Hold the handlebars tightly with both hands and gradually squeeze the clutch lever.
7. The drag bar is used to control the tilling depth, which can be adjusted by removing the retainer
and sliding the drag bar up and down. The deeper the drag bar reaches, the deeper the tilling is.
8. The height of drag bar will be depend on the type of soil being tilled and soil conditions. See
pic.4. To adjust the drag bar, loosen the locknut and the retainer first. Push the drag bar
downwards to select a proper position and fix it with the retainer.
1. Spring 2. Groove 3. Lockpin
Picture 4. 1. Spring clamp 2. Retainer 3. Drag bar
4. Front wheel bracket
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