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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller GAS/OIL RATIO 50:1 PRODUCT #: 5055C BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE 206CC 8.50 FT-LBS GROSS TORQUE PN: OMCRT ECN: 10213 REV3: 11/30/2014 © 2014 Ardisam, Inc. Email for more information All Rights Reserved info@ardisam.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CRT Rototiller INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the 5055C CRT Tiller from Earthquake®. We have worked to ensure that this tiller meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your tiller will provide many years of service. -
Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions
CAUTION • Maintain the tiller according to directions and schedule CAUTION INDICATES YOUR EQUIPMENT CAN BE included in this Earthquake® operator’s manual. DAMAGED IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT • Ensure that anyone who uses the tiller is familiar with all FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED. - Page 4 If • Do not operate the machine without proper guards or it does rotate when in neutral, contact Earthquake® other safety protective devices in place. Customer Service for instruction. • See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation •...
- Page 5 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller WARNING CAUTION ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF A ODORLESS, COLORLESS, POISONOUS GAS. FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO PREVENT YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE EXHAUST.
- Page 6 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller OPERATION WARNING • Do not operate tiller under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never operate tiller without guards, covers, and hoods in place. THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES • Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating YOUR ROTOTILLER parts.
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Page 7: Safety Decals
Please review these decals now, and if you have any questions regarding its meaning or how to comply with these instructions, reread the complete safety instruction text in this manual. For additional questions call Earthquake Customer Service. Part No. 17052... -
Page 8: Hazard Symbols And Meanings
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS A: Warning! B: Avoid Injury From Rotating Tines. C: Read Owner’s Manual Before Operating Machine. D: Remove Objects that Could Be Thrown By This Machine. E: Dangerous Moving Parts. F: Be Aware of Moving and Rotating Parts. G: Wear Ear and Eye Protection At All Times. -
Page 9: Features
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller FEATURES FORWARD DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER REVERSE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER FORWARD & REVERSE CABLE DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER BUMPER LOCK PIN GUARD BELT GUARD RECOIL START WHEEL LOCK SERIAL NUMBER DECAL FIGURE 1 For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... -
Page 10: Unpacking And Assembly
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller FREE-WHEEL POSITION WARNING DO NOT LIFT THE ROTOTILLER FROM THE CARTON. ROTOTILLER IS HEAVY AND CAN CAUSE INJURY. CUT BOX AWAY FROM ROTOTILLER AND REMOVE BOX. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY Your rototiller comes fully assembled except for a few parts. The following instructions will help you unpack your tiller and assemble and adjust your tiller’s depth regulator lever, cable tension and handle bar height. -
Page 11: Operating Symbols And Controls
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller WARNING ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE. FAILURE TO ADD OIL CAN CAUSE ENGINE DAMAGE. On/O Choke Fuel Shuto FIGURE 5 CAUTION GEARCASE DO NOT PUT WARNING DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL IN ENGINE... - Page 12 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller Engages Wheels and Tines into Reverse. SEE FIGURE 7 WARNING Pull the Reverse Drive Safety Control Lever toward the handlebar to reverse tiller. Release the lever to stop the wheels and tines. EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE TAKEN IN SELECTING TILLING DEPTH.
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Page 13: Operation
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller Wheel Lock Pins WARNING To Place Wheels In Free-Wheel Position Do As Follows: NOTE: This allows wheels to turn freely on the axle for easy transportation. DO NOT START YOUR TILLER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE MANUAL THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE, AND 1. - Page 14 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller Idle Speed: WARNING Use the SLOW position or a position between SLOW and FAST on the throttle lever to reduce stress on the engine when E N G I N E A N D S U R R O U N D I N G PA R T S B E CO M E tilling is not being performed.
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Page 15: Operation
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller Tilling: IMPORTANT 1. Adjust the depth regulator lever to desired tilling depth. PRACTICE OPERATING THE CONTROLS AND TILLER NOTE: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a time, WITH TINES OUT OF GROUND BEFORE BEGINNING TO testing tiller operation after each raise. -
Page 16: Maintenance
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule: Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you years of reliable operation. Keeping your tiller in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance. Please read this normal care schedule, and note the recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit. - Page 17 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller Change Forward/Reverse Belt: SEE FIGURES 12&13. 1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool. 2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug. 3. Remove belt guard. 4. Remove the forward belt from the forward engine pulley: GUARD BOLT a.
- Page 18 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller GEAR CASE CAUTION DIPSTICK GEAR CASE DIPSTICK & FILL HOLE DO NOT PUT ENGINE ENGINE OIL IN TRANSMISSION. MOUNT TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT IS INSTALLED BY MANUFACTURER. FIGURE 15 Check Tiller Transmission Grease: Check the grease level annually. To check the grease level: 1.
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Page 19: Storage
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller Engine Maintenance WARNING Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual DO NOT STORE TILLER IN AN UNVENTILATED AREA provides information and a maintenance schedule. WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH FLAME, SPARKS, PILOT LIGHTS OR AN IGNITED OBJECT. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Troubleshooting Guide PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST While normal care and routine maintenance will extend BE TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND the life of your rototiller, prolonged or constant use may SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND eventually require that service be performed to allow SECURED BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE... -
Page 21: Notes
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller NOTES For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... - Page 22 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CRT Handlebar Assembly DETAIL A DETAIL A REVERSE FORWARD CONTROL CONTROL GROUP GROUP For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
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Page 23: Illustrated Parts Breakdown
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CRT Handlebar Assembly ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 53614 PIN CLEVIS 1/4 X 1-1/2” 53650 LEVER CONTROL REAR TINE 53632 NUT, PUSH 1/4 IN 53679 HANDLEBAR WELDMENT 53631 GRIP HANDLEBAR 1” ID FLANGELESS 53630 CABLE - REAR TINE 39”... - Page 24 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CRT Tines & Hood Assembly For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
- Page 25 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CRT Tines & Hood Assembly ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 1501 BOLT 5/16-18 X 3/4” SFHH GR5 ZN 48406 BLACK KNOB 5/16-18 53655 DRAG STAKE BOLT 5/16-18 X 1/2” HH GR5 LOCK WASHER SPRING 5/16” 415A HOOD W/BEAVER TAIL LARGE RT ARD RED 53660...
- Page 26 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CRT Transmission Detailed Breakdown (DETAILED BREAKDOWN) (SEE DETAILED BREAKDOWN) ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION (SEE DETAILED BREAKDOWN) 13222 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 25 SHCS WL14 WASHER 1/4 INCH SPRING LOCK ZINC 1508 REAR BEARING CAP 1507 GASKET BEARING CAP...
- Page 27 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN CRT Transmission Detailed Breakdown 8 & 10 (DETAILED BREAKDOWN) 1 2 3 ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 1506 SEAL 1 INCH SHAFT 1.50 INCH BORE 1810 SNAP RING 1 INCH PHOSPHATE EXTERNAL SHIM 25.6 X 31.5 X 0.8 MM SHIM 25.6 X 38.1 X 2.0 MM BUSHING 25.4 X 32.047 X 36.678 MM...
- Page 28 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CRT Engine Belts and Pulleys Assembly For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
- Page 29 Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST CRT Engine Belts and Pulleys Assembly ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 15306 BELT COVER ASSY 5055 53638 RIVET PLASTIC PUSH IN REAR TINE 727A BELT FORWARD RT BELT V REVERSE RT BOLT 5/16-24 X 1 HH GR5 ZN LOCKWASHER SPRING 5/16 WASHER 5/16ID X 1-1/2OD IN FLAT 16 GA...
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Page 30: Cardboard Stencils For Dipstick Cut-Out
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller CARDBOARD STENCILS FOR DIPSTICK CUT-OUT DO NOT DO NOT OVERFILL OVERFILL FULL FULL DO NOT DO NOT OVERFILL OVERFILL FULL FULL For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5... -
Page 31: Warranrty
Operator’s Manual CRT Rototiller WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRODUCT WARRANTY: 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY – 10/01/2014 Ardisam, Inc. (Ardisam), a manufacturing company, warrants this product to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. If there is insufficient evidence of the purchase date, the effective date of this warranty will begin on the tiller’s date of manufacture. - Page 32 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax: 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@ardisam.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required. For additional information email info@ardisam.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...