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MTD 390 Shown Operator's Manual

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O
PERATOR'S
Model 390 Shown
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
M
ANUAL
Front Tine Tillers
Models
340 Thru 390
FORM NO. 770-10132A.fm
(9/99)

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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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting ... 15 Parts List... 16 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below.

  • Page 3: Section 1: Important Safe Operation Practices

    As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This tiller is capable of amputating hands and feet. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 4 Be alert and turn the unit off if a child enters the area. • Never allow children under the age of 14 to operate the tiller. SERVICE • Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

  • Page 5: Section 2: Assembling Your Tiller

    Models 340 thru 345 have forward tine drive only. Model 390 has both forward and reverse tine drive. Follow only the instructions which pertain to your model tiller. See the model plate on your tiller for the correct model number. This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE IMPORTANT: or OIL.
  • Page 6 Reverse Cable The reverse clutch cable is the cable which is attached closer to the front of the tiller. Attach the end of the reverse cable to the reverse tine drive clutch lever, above the handle assembly, in the same manner as...

  • Page 7: Section 3: Know Your Tiller

    Model 390 Shown Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your tiller. Compare the illustations in Figure 7 with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

  • Page 8: Section 4: Operating Your Tiller

    See Figure 8 Forward Tine Engagement Handle The forward tine engagement handle is located beneath the tiller handle. See Figure 7. Squeezing the handle up against the tiller handle engages the tines. Release the handle to stop the tines.

  • Page 9: To Stop Engine

    NOTE: Primer may be needed to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. • Stand at side of tiller. Grasp the starter handle and pull out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly. • Pull rope with a rapid full arm stroke. Do not allow handle to snap back.
  • Page 10 Figure 11 Depth Stake Adjustment: The depth stake acts as a brake for the tiller and controls the depth and speed at which the machine will operate. Remove the clevis pin and hairpin clip to raise or lower depth stake. See Figure 9.
  • Page 11 See Figure 12. With the throttle control in SLOW position, the unit will walk freely on top of the lawn. If the operator does not allow the tiller to move freely, the unit will start to till the surface. Cultivating For cultivating, a two to three inch depth is desirable.

  • Page 12: Section 5: Making Adjustments

    13 inches by removing the outer tines completely. Wheel Adjustments To adjust the wheel yoke and wheel position, refer to OPERATING YOUR TILLER in Section 4. Depth Stake Adjustment To adjust the depth stake, refer to OPERATING YOUR TILLER in Section 4.

  • Page 13: Section 6: Maintaining Your Tiller

    Belt Removal And Replacement Your tiller has been engineered with belts made of special material (Kevlar Tensile). They should not be replaced with an off-the-shelf belt. If belt replacement is required, order belt or belts by part number from your nearest authorized service dealer.

  • Page 14: Section 7: Off-Season Storage

    SECTION 7: OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the tiller is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days, the following precautions are recommended. • Working outdoors, drain all fuel from the fuel tank.

  • Page 15: Section 8: Trouble Shooting Guide

    SECTION 8: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. start Throttle control lever not in correct starting position (if so equipped). Blocked fuel line. Dirty aircleaner. Choke not in ON position. Spark plug wire disconnected. Faulty spark plug.

  • Page 16: Parts List

    Model 340 Thru 345 Standard Briggs & Stratton Tecumseh Engines...
  • Page 17 Model 340 Thru 345 Ref. Part No. Part Description 712-0442 Acorn Lock Nut 1/4-20 736-3020 Flat Washer .271” I.D. x .630” O.D. 731-1599 Handle Cover 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Gr.2 720-0274 Grip-Handle 686-0083 Clutch Handle Assembly 720-0269 Grip-Clutch 710-0641 Hex Bolt 1/4-20 x 2.25” Lg. Gr.5 731-1645A Clutch Handle Holder 736-0140...
  • Page 18 Model 340 Thru 345...
  • Page 19 Model 340 Thru 345 Ref. Part No. Part Description 712-0392 Hex L-Stop nut 1/4-28 736-3020 Flat Wash. .266” I.D. x .625” O.D. 710-0599 Hex Washer Screw 1/4-20 x .5” 711-0920 Belt Cover Bolt 712-3004A Hex Flange Top L-Nut 5/16-18 710-0723 Hex Hd.
  • Page 20 Model 390 Standard Briggs & Stratton Tecumseh Engines...
  • Page 21 Model 390 REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 712-0442 Acorn Lock Nut 1/4-20 736-3020 Flat Washer .271” I.D. x .630” O.D. 720-0270A Reverse Handle Grip 731-1600 Handle Cover w/o throttle 710-0779A Truss Mach. Scr. #10 x 1/2” Lg. 720-0274 Grip-Handle 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 Gr.2 726-0135 Cap Speed Nut 686-0083...
  • Page 22 Model 390...
  • Page 23 Model 390 REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 712-0392 Hex L-Stop nut 1/4-28 736-3020 Flat Wash. .266” I.D. x .625” O.D. 710-0599 Hex Washer TT-Tap Scr. 1/4-20 x .5” 711-0920 Belt Cover Bolt 712-3004A Hex Flange Top L-Nut 5/16-18 (Gr.5) 710-0723 Hex Hd. Scr. 3/8-16 x 1.25” Lg. (Gr.5) 756-0313 Fl-Idler 2.12”...

  • Page 24: P.o. Box

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan- dise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- sions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and...

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