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This 2-stroke petrol cultivator/tiller is designed to prepare the ground for the planting of flowers and vegetables. Any other application is considered mis-use. 4.2 SPECIFICATION Stock No: ..........................32329 Part No: ..........................MT254 Engine displacement ......................42.7cc Maximum engine performance ....................1200W Engine idle speed (no load)....................
– Maintenance and troubleshooting must be limited to the procedures described in these instructions for use. All other types of servicing must be conducted by an authorised Draper service technician. –...
HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION 5.2 HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION CONCERNING THE USE OF FUELS Fuels are inflammable and explosive. Reduce the risk of explosion and fire by: – Turning off and cooling the motor down before filling the tank with fuel. –...
Lay the contents out and check them against the parts shown below. If any part is damaged or missing; please contact the Draper Helpline (the telephone number appears on the Title page) and do not attempt to use the machine.
ASSEMBLING THE CULTIVATOR/TILLER 8.1 FITTING THE ROTAVATING BLADES – FIGS. 1 – 4 Note: Some aspects of assembling this machine may require the need for two people. The rotavating blades are stamped L or R to identify their position on each side of the gearbox when facing the front of the machine.
ASSEMBLING THE CULTIVATOR/TILLER 8.2 FITTING THE WHEEL BRACKET ASSEMBLY AND TRANSPORT WHEELS – FIGS. 5 – 8 Place the wheel bracket assembly on the underside of the tine guard Make sure the square shoulder of the fixing bolts are pushed through the slotted holes in the wheel bracket.
ASSEMBLING THE CULTIVATOR/TILLER 8.3 FITTING THE HANDLE BARS – Fig.9 FIGS. 9 – 10 Slide the steering handle bars section into the supporting struts of the engine section Secure together using the 2 handle bar fixing bolts Fig.10 8.4 FITTING THE THROTTLE AND Fig.11 CABLE ASSEMBLY –...
ASSEMBLING THE CULTIVATOR/TILLER 8.5 FILLING/CHECKING Fig.13 GEARBOX OIL – FIG. 13 Warning! The gearbox will be empty of any oil at purchase. Ensure fuel tank is EMPTY before attempting this step. – Undo nut and turn the cultivator upside down. –...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9.1 COLD STARTING THE ENGINE – Fig.16 FIGS. 16 – 19 Slide the START/STOP switch to the START position. Slide the choke lever towards the off (closed) position. Pump the primer 6 to 8 times until you see fuel flow through the transparent hose from the fuel tank to the carburettor.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9.2 WARM STARTING THE ENGINE – Fig.20 FIGS. 20 – 21 Slide the START/STOP switch to the START position. Note: When starting a warm engine, there is no need to prime the engine and the choke lever should be left in the open (on) position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9.4 USING THE CULTIVATOR/TILLER – FIGS. 23 – 25 With the engine running tilt back the machine so that the blades are raised from the ground. Gradually increase the engine speed by pulling Fig.23 up the throttle control lever Holding the handlebars firmly, lower the tiller onto the soil.
10. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Regular maintenance tasks must be carried out at specific intervals to retain the engine's performance. 10.1 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER – FIGS. 26 – 29 A dirty, clogged air filter will restrict the air flow in to the engine and will cause rough running.
10. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 10.2 SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE – FIGS. 30 – 31 Over time the spark plug can become contaminated. This can be due to adverse running conditions such as, working with part throttle for a prolonged period or a fuel mix containing too much oil. This contamination can build up causing the engine to run roughly, reduce the fuel consumption or create starting problems.
10. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 10.5 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Fault Possible cause Remedy Engine does not start. 1. No fuel in the tank. 1. Refuel tank. 2. The STOP/START switch 2. Put the switch in the START is in the STOP position. position.
11. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS 11.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS Single value noise marking. (Maximum declared Warning! A-Weighted sound power level Hot surface. in decibels). Warning! Fuel/2-stroke oil mixture ratio. Wear suitable protective clothing and suitable gloves. Warning! Strictly no naked flames or Wear suitable foot protection.
12. DISPOSAL 12.1 DISPOSAL – At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is disposed of according to national regulations. – Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area. In all circumstances: •...
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