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READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL. This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
Made in China - REV 20180125
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE
at championpowerequipment.com
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FRONT TINE TILLER
or visit championpowerequipment.com
Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA
MODEL #100379

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  • Page 1 Failure to do so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product. Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Made in China - REV 20180125 Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ..........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER INTRODUCTION SAFETY DEFINITIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to Equipment (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, all of our products to strict specifications and guidelines.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6c. Keep matches, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container. WARNING 6d. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Storage

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Maintenance and Storage 13. Be aware that the tiller may unexpectedly bounce upward or jump forward if the tines should strike 1. Check all nuts, bolts, and screws for proper tightness to be extremely hard packed soil, frozen ground, or buried sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

  • Page 6: Fuel Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Fuel Safety When transporting or servicing the tiller: Make certain that the fuel valve is in the OFF position and the DANGER gasoline tank is empty. GASOLINE AND GASOLINE VAPORS ARE HIGHLY Disconnect the spark plug wire.

  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Safety Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER SYMBOL MEANING Toxic Fumes. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Risk of Asphyxiation. This engine emits carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless poison gas.

  • Page 9: Operation Symbols

    10% by volume. This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for 3. Turn the engine switch to “ON” position.

  • Page 10: Safety Labels

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Safety Labels These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact Technical Support Team for possible replacement.

  • Page 11: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER CONTROLS AND FEATURES Read this operator’s manual before operating your tiller. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. Tiller Engine 1. Muffler 1.
  • Page 12 CONTROLS AND FEATURES 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Parts Included Accessories Tools Included Engine Oil (0.6 qt.) ..............A 8–10 Wrench ................. J Oil Funnel ................B 13–16 Wrench ...............K Assembly Parts 13–17 Wrench ............... L Spark Plug Wrench ............... M Tiller main body with inner tines ..........C Tools Not Included Outer tines ................D...

  • Page 13: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER ASSEMBLY Install the Guard Extension 1. Mount the side guard extensions as shown - slide guard Your tiller requires some assembly. This unit ships from our extension in and lock in place for each side.

  • Page 14: Add Engine Oil

    ASSEMBLY 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER 2. Mount the outer tines using the removed cotter bolts and Recommended Oil Type / Tipo de aceite recomendado / Type d’huile recommandé pins: 10W-30 5W-30 10W-40 5W-30 Synthetic / Sintético / Synthétique °F °C...

  • Page 15: Forward Tine Control Lever

    ASSEMBLY 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER hold the tiller from moving forward to allow the tines to engage CAUTION the soil and dig downward. Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane To operate the Forward Tine Control Lever: rating of 85 and an ethanol content of 10% or less by 1.

  • Page 16: Transport Wheel Height Adjustment

    ASSEMBLY 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Depth Regulator Lever Adjustment This regulator lever controls the tilling depth of the tines. Remove pin and clip and slide regulator lever up or down as required. Reassemble pin and clip. The “travel position” (highest hole) raises the tines approximately 1-1/2 in.

  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER OPERATION WARNING Before operating your machine, carefully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Operator’s Manual. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury Introduction Read this section before you start the engine. Then, take the 4.

  • Page 18: Stopping The Engine And The Tiller

    OPERATION 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER 4. Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position. NOTICE Operation at High Altitude If the engine starts but does not run, make certain that the The density of air at high altitude is lower than at sea level.

  • Page 19: Tilling Tips And Techniques

    TILLING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Avoid Tilling Soggy, Wet Soil WARNING Tilling wet soil often results in large, hard clumps of soil that Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower can interfere with planting. If time permits, wait a day or two than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the after heavy rains to allow the soil to dry before tilling.

  • Page 20: Clearing The Tines

    TILLING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER – If tangling occurs, lift the tines out of the soil and run the When tilling vertically, try to make the first pass uphill as the tiller digs more deeply going uphill than it does downhill. In soft...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER – When going down ramps, walk backward with the tiller EVERY FIRST MONTH OR FIRST 20 HOURS following you. Keep alert for any obstacles behind you. Change engine oil Position a person at each wheel to control the speed of the tiller.

  • Page 22: Check Hardware

    MAINTENANCE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Use clean lubricating oil (#30 weight engine oil is suitable) reduced effectiveness when chopping up and turning under and clean general purpose grease (grease containing a metal organic matter. lubricant is preferred, if available).

  • Page 23: Checking And Adjusting The Tine Drive Belt Tension

    MAINTENANCE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER REVERSE LEVER 3. To adjust the length of the spring. 3a. Un-thread the hex nut halfway up the adjustment Checking and Adjusting the Tine Drive Belt screw. Tension 3b. Unhook the top of the spring from the lever.

  • Page 24: Engine Cleaning

    MAINTENANCE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER 1. Turn jam nut clockwise in 1/8 in. (3 mm) increments. 2. Test the travel distance of the engagement lever again to see if travel before full engagement is less than 5/8 of an inch.

  • Page 25: Air Cleaner Service

    MAINTENANCE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Owner’s Manual for engine cleaning service intervals and NOTICE instructions. Be sure that the muffler is cool before servicing the engine. The recommended oil type is 10W-30 automotive oil. Air Cleaner Service 1. Place tiller on a flat, level surface.

  • Page 26: Spark Plug Service

    MAINTENANCE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER 4. Reinstall the element and reinstall the air cleaner cover. NOTICE We consider the first 5 hours of run time to be the break- Spark Plug Service in period for the engine. During the break in period we...

  • Page 27: Transportation And Storage

    TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE WARNING Transport with the fuel valve turned the “OFF” position. Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive under certain Transport or store the engine when it is cool to avoid getting conditions.

  • Page 28: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER SPECIFICATIONS Tiller Specifications Model ........... . 100379 Tine Diameter .........

  • Page 29: Parts Diagram

    SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Parts Diagram 3 4 5 15 29 25 26 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 40 42 67 15 57 16 111 113 72 73 49 48 70 57...

  • Page 30: Parts List

    SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Parts List Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. Clutch Lever 37 100379-037 Locknut M12 100379-001 38 100379-038 Flat Washer Ø12 100379-002 Handlebar Grip 39 100379-039 Adjusting Press Spring Bottom Clutch Lever 100379-003.2...
  • Page 31 SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. Forward Small Belt 115 100379-115.2 Handlebar Arm, Black 75 100379-075 Wheel Outer Hex Bolt 116 100379-116 76 100379-076 Bolt 5/16,1"-24 M8 × 120 117 100379-117 Bushing, Big Belt...

  • Page 32: Engine Parts Diagram

    SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Engine Parts Diagram...

  • Page 33: Engine Parts List

    SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Engine Parts List Part Number Description Qty. Part Number Description Qty. Gasket, Cylinder Head 31 13300-Z533210-0000 Crankshaft Assembly 12131-Z950110-0000 32 13200-Z140210-0099 Piston Ring Assembly Cover Subassembly, 12410-Z440110-0099 Cylinder Head 33 13122-Z010110-0000 Clip, Piston Pin...
  • Page 34 SPECIFICATIONS 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Part Number Description Qty. Air Cleaner Assembly, 68 17100-Z010210-0000 Black 69 17150-Z010110-0000 Element, Air Cleaner 70 18001-Z440110-0000 Gasket, Exhaust Outlet 71 90303-0800-31 Nut, M8 Muffler Assembly, 72 18100-Z012610-H300 Black 73 16620-Z440410-H600 Fuel Tank 16652-Z010710-0000...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Spark plug wire disconnected. Reconnect wire. Engine Throttle Control Lever incorrectly Put lever in START position. set. Fuel tank empty. Add fuel. Choke control (if so equipped) in Move to CHOKE position.

  • Page 36: Difficulty Starting Engine (Recoil)

    TROUBLESHOOTING 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Difficulty Starting Engine (Recoil) Problem Cause Solution There is no enough fuel in fuel tank and Fill fuel, open fuel cock. fuel cock is closed. Air vent in the fuel filler cap is clogged.

  • Page 37: Gasoline Engine: No Power

    TROUBLESHOOTING 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Gasoline Engine: No Power Problem Cause Solution Air in fuel line or fuel line clogged. Exhaust air or dredge fuel line. Main oil flow hole is not adjusted Readjust. properly. In carburetor, needle valve hole and Clean and blow to clear.

  • Page 38: Stops Suddenly When Running

    TROUBLESHOOTING 100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER Stops Suddenly When Running Problem Cause Solution Fuel is empty. Refill fuel. Carburetor is clogged. Check fuel line and dredge. Float is leaking. Repair. Needle valve is stuck. Dismantle float chamber and eliminate. Spark plug is punctured, or short- Replace spark plug.

  • Page 39: Technical Service

    Warranty Registration Card and a copy of your sales – Problems caused by parts that are not original Champion Power receipt from one of CPE’s retail locations as proof of purchase. Equipment parts.
  • Page 40 The United States Environment Protection Agency (U.S. EPA.) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Emission Control System Warranty Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and state of California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission regulations.
  • Page 41 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1995 and later model year California small off-road engines (SORE) (for other states, 1997 and later model year engines). The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine or equipment is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.
  • Page 42 You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours.

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