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J208F24
Operator's Manual
WARNING: Please read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using machine.
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
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- Page 1 J208F24 Operator’s Manual WARNING: Please read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using machine. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Ro ta ry Tillers TRAINING • Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, • Read this Manual care ful ly. Be thor ough ly fa mil iar with or other safety protective devices in place. the controls and the proper use of the equip ment. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity: 1.47 Quarts (1,4 Liters) • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Unleaded Regular and using your tiller. Oil (API:SG-SL): SAE 30 (Above 32°F / 0°C) •... -
Page 4: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. - Page 5 ASSEMBLY INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 3) (See Fig. 2) • Loosen nut “A”. CAUTION: Be careful of exposed • Insert stake support between engine bracket halves sta ples when handling or disposing of with stake spring down.
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Page 6: Operation
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE FORWARD TINE... - Page 7 OPERATION The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the Use ear protec- eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses tors to avoid dam- or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend age to hearing.
- Page 8 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT ADD GASOLINE • Fill to within 1/2" of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and CAUTION: Before lifting or trans port- to allow for fuel expansion. Do not overfill. Use fresh, ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of cool.
- Page 9 OPERATION • If the choke lever has been moved to the "ON" position • Tilling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up to start the engine, gradually move it to the opposite packed soil before planting. Loose, unpacked soil position as the engine warms up.
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Page 10: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. -
Page 11: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance to prevent accidental start ing of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Re move fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns. - Page 12 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14) Your engine is air cooled. For proper en gine performance Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with and long life keep your engine clean. exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could •...
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Page 13: Service & Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. TILLER “A” “C” “C” “A” TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Se lect handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. - Page 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 20) TO REPLACE V-BELTS (See Figs. 21 and 22) Replace V-belts if they have stretched considerably or if WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire they show cracks or frayed edges. There are two (2) V- from spark plug to prevent starting while belts - forward (inside) and reverse (outside).
- Page 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REVERSE IDLER ARM REVERSE (OUTSIDE) V-BELT REVERSE IDLER PULLEY IDLER ARM PIN FORWARD MOTION BELT GUARD BOLT (INSIDE) V-BELT ENGINE PULLEY BELT GUIDE TRANS MIS SION PUL LEY FOR WARD IDLER PUL LEY Fig. 22 • Wrap V-belt around reverse idler pulley and reassemble ENGINE idler to idler arm.
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Page 16: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the ENGINE OIL season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this man ual). WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a build ing where fumes may reach an open flame... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start Out of fuel. 1 Fill fuel tank. Fuel valve “OFF” 2 Turn fuel valve to the “ON” position. Engine Switch “OFF” 3 Turn engine switch to the “ON” position. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 4 See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine flooded. - Page 18 SERVICE NOTES...
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- Page 20 115 93 40-27 10.13.17 SR Printed in U.S.A.
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