Clearing The Tines - Yardworks 060-1300-6 Instruction Manual

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model no.
060-1300-6

CleARING THe TINes

The tines have a self-clearing action which eliminates most tangling of debris in the tines.
However, occasionally dry grass, stringy stalks or tough vines may become tangled. Follow
these procedures to help avoid tangling and to clean the tines, if necessary.
To reduce tangling, set the depth regulator deep enough to get maximum "chopping"
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action as the tines chop the material against the ground. Also, try to till under crop
residues or cover crops while they are green, moist and tender.
While power composting, try swaying the handlebars from side to side about 6 to
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12" (15 to 30 cm). This "fishtailing" action often clears the tines of debris.
If tangling occurs, lift the tines out of the soil and run the tiller in reverse (if unit is
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equipped with powered reverse) for a few feet. This reversing action should unwind a
good deal of debris.
It may be necessary to remove the debris by hand (a pocket knife will help you to cut
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away the material). Be sure to stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire
before clearing the tines by hand.
 WARNING: Before clearing the tines by hand, stop the engine, allow
all moving parts to stop and disconnect the spark plug wire.
Remove the ignition key on electric start models.
Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury.
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