Predator 62548 Owner's Manual

26" front line tiller

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Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions
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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product's serial number in the
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
using an engine indoors
Can KiLL yOu in MinuTES.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
nEVEr use inside
a home or garage,
EVEn iF doors and
windows are open.
Email our technical support at: productsupport@harborfreight.com
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
When unpacking, make sure that the product is intact
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken,
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
please call 1-888-866-5797 as soon as possible.
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2015 by Harbor Freight Tools
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any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
Only use OuTSiDE
Only use OuTSiDE
and far away from
and far away from
windows, doors,
windows, doors,
and vents.
and vents.
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
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read this material before using this product.
read this material before using this product.
read this material before using this product.
read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions Save This Manual Save This Manual Save This Manual Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1560 ± 50 RPM The emissions control system for this Engine is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. For warranty information, refer to the last pages of this manual. Page 2 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 3: Safety

    Specifications chart of this manual. can start fires around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Operating Precautions

    Using equipment with only one hand lines, and landscape fabric. Remove all large can easily result in loss of control. sticks, stones, wires, or other foreign objects. Page 4 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 5 To prevent FirE, do not start the engine about your ability to perform safely or correctly. while the smell of fuel hangs in the air. 7. Store equipment out of the reach of children. SaVE THESE inSTruCTiOnS. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Setup

    Attach the Handlebar Assembly to the Handlebar Frame (49) using four Hex Head Flange Bolts (72), Flat Washers (66), Spring Washers (67), and Nuts (62). Refer to Figure A. Handlebar assembly Flat Washer, Spring Washer & nut Flange Bolt Handlebar Frame Figure a Page 6 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 7 Components and Controls Throttle Engine Forward Clutch Control Switch Lever reverse Muffler Clutch Lever Fuel Cap Oil Cap/ Dipstick Filter Drag Starter Handle Choke Oil Drain Fuel plug Valve Tines ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 7...
  • Page 8: Operation

    Fill the engine with the proper amount and type of both oil and unleaded gasoline treated with fuel stabilizer. c. Make sure that the Forward and reverse Clutch Levers are disengaged. Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 9 Repeat until the Engine starts. note: Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the Engine. Hold it as it recoils so it doesn't hit the Engine. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 9...
  • Page 10: Engine Oil

    Tines from turning, and how to stop the Engine. For actual field use, operate with Throttle Control 4. Grip the Handles firmly with both hands. in slow position until familiar with Tiller handling. Page 10 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 11: Spark Plug

    Tine Shaft Tine Shaft Tine Blade Bolt Tine Blade assembly with outer Tine Blade Spring Washer Tine Blades removed from Tine Shaft. Figure D ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 11...
  • Page 12 Tine Blades and Shaft, then cover the equipment and store in a dry, level, well- ventilated area out of reach of children. NOTICE See Long-Term Storage on page 17 for complete storage instructions. Page 12 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    4. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chamber Replace fuel line if necessary Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. These items should be serviced by a qualified technician. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 13...
  • Page 14 SaE Viscosity Grades 10W-30 5W-30 100°F average outdoor temperature 8. Thread the dipstick back in clockwise. nOTiCE: Do not run the engine with too little oil. The engine will be permanently damaged. Page 14 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 15 6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector (not included) to the end of the spark plug 5. Tighten the cable clamp screw. and reattach the wire securely. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 15...
  • Page 16 Tighten the Cable Clip. Springs f. Recheck belt tension, including OFF position tension. Replace Belt Cover when finished. Belt replacement Only a qualified technician should replace the Forward and/or Reverse Clutch Belt. Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 17 Clean out area around spark plug. refer to Starting the Engine on page 8. Remove spark plug and pour one tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    4. Engine valves or tappets 4. Have qualified technician adjust/ mis-adjusted or stuck. repair valves and tappets. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. Page 18 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 19 Clutch Cable. 3. Protective output shaft key has 3. Have qualified technician install sheared off. new output shaft key. Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 19...
  • Page 20: Parts List And Diagram

    Reverse Gear Tension Pulley Spring Forward Clutch Cable Forward Clutch Belt 13 x 1050LW Reverse Clutch Cable Belt Cover Throttle Cable Handlebar Cover Lock Nut M8 Handle Grip Ø25 Large Washer Ø8 Page 20 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 21: Assembly Diagram

    Diagram ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 21...
  • Page 22 If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Page 22 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. ITEM 62548...
  • Page 23: Warranties

    HFT. For emissions warranty service, contact the HFT Customer Service Department at 1-888-866-5797 or productsupport@harborfreight.com. ITEM 62548 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797. Page 23...
  • Page 24 Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

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