Parts Identification When ordering replacement parts for your rotary tiller, be prepared to give your dealer the Mfg. No. found on the identification plate. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING...
Reverse Do not operate the tiller in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while traveling in reverse even with the tiller disengaged.
Moving Parts This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you are seated in the seat properly, and follow all the rules in this book, the unit is safe to operate. Do not allow anyone near the equipment while it is running! To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is equipped with an operator-present safety system.
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12. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when operating in reverse. 13. Disengage the PTO when the tiller is transported or not in use. 14. Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snowthrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, or cabs).
2. Always refer to the operator’s manual for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period. 4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
(not shown) in its original orientation. 7. Install the clevis pin (A, Figure 4) in the upper tiller hole (K) in the lift cam, through the rear hole in the lift link (D), through the spacer (I), and secure with the hair pin clip (H).
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C. Washer D. Lift Link (New) E. Lift Lock F. Lift Lever G. Locknut H. Hair Pin Clip I. Spacer J. Lift Cam K. Tiller Hole L. 5/16-18 x 1 Capscrew (Gr. 8) (New) M. Lock Plate Initial Setup & Installation...
Initial Setup & Installation Install the Hitches 1. Install the lower drawbar hitch (F, Figure 5) on the outside of the rear frame wrapper (E) and the hitch support (C) on the inside. Secure both to the rear frame wrapper (E) using two 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 capscrews (G) and two 5/16-18 nylock nuts (A).
Install the Pulley Assemblies 1. Install the rear pulley assembly (D, Figure 7) into the left side of the rear hitch (C). Secure the bottom of the pulley assembly to the lower drawbar hitch (A) with pin (B). Figure 7. Rear Pulley Installation A.
Initial Setup & Installation Figure 11. Lift Linkage Installation A. Turn Crank B. Clevis Pin and Safety Clip C. Lift Rod D. Front Bracket Install the Lift Rod 1. Connect the rear of the lift rod (C, Figure 11) to the upper hitch.
Install the Tiller 1. Position the tiller at the rear hitch and insert the lift bar (A, Figure 13) into the upper hitch (B). Secure with a clevis pin and safety clip. 2. Rotate the tiller upward so that the hitch arms (C) are aligned with the lower hitch (D).
To start tilling, engage the tractor PTO then lower the tiller. Slowly drive forward. The tiller will work into the soil. Engage the PTO only when the tiller is out of the ground. To stop the tiller, raise the tiller, and disengage the PTO.
MAINTENANCE WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the tiller only when the engine is stopped, parking brake is set, and all moving parts have stopped. Always remove the ignition key before beginning maintenance or adjustments to prevent accidental starting of the engine.
1. Manual Lift Models: Switch the lift link from mowing position (C, Figure 20) to tilling position (D). 2. Attach the tiller to the rear hitch (see Figure 19). 3. Install the lift bracket (A, Figure 18). 4. Install the lift rod (C, Figure 17).
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B. Threaded Rod Spring C. Lift Rod Figure 18. Lift Arm Extension A. Lift Bracket Removal & Normal Installation Figure 19. Tiller Assembly A. Lift Bar B. Upper Hitch C. Hitch Arm D. Lower Hitch Figure 20. Lift Link Positions-Normal A.
Check the possible causes one at a time in the order that they are listed. Correct any problems that are found and try to operate the rotary tiller again to see if you have eliminated the trouble. Symptom Rotary tiller tines do not rotate.
(B) and the bracket measures 6”. Note: Lubricate the crank and threaded rod with oil. 3. Fully raise the tiller. 4. Adjust the rear lift rod nuts (B, Figure 23) until the bottom tines ar 5” above the ground.
Hardware Identification & Torque Specifications Common Hardware Types Hex Head Capscrew Carriage Bolt Standard Hardware Sizing When a washer or nut is identified as 1/2”, this is the Nominal size , meaning the inside diameter is 1/2 inch; if a second number is present it represent the threads per inch When bolt or capscrew is identified as 1/2 - 16 x 2”, this means the Nominal size , or body diameter is 1/2 inch;...
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