MTD 250 Operator's Manual
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Front Tine Tiller — Model 250
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester
for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
FORM NO. 769-01660
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
3/7/2005
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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- Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORM NO. 769-01660 MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 3/7/2005 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare, and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Safety..............3 Troubleshooting..........11 Setup and Adjustments ........5 Off Season Storage and Labels ...... -
Page 3: Safety
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. - Page 4 Your Responsibility 16. Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to till soil to deep at to fast of a rate. 1. Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, 17. If the machine should start making an unusual noise or understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire manual and on the machine.
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Page 5: Setup And Adjustments
Assembly 1. Remove the handle adjustment lever, Step 1 Figure 1. 2. Lift up the upper handle to raise into operation position, Step 2 Figure 1. Setup and 3. Reinsert adjustment lever through the front or rear hole (depending on desired setting), Adjustment and tighten the lever into the lock nut on the retainer bracket. -
Page 6: Operation
Know Your Tiller Operating Your Tiller Tine Clutch Control Handle Adjustment Lever WARNING Depth Stake The tine clutch control mechanism is a safety device. Never Tines Front Wheel attempt to bypass its operations. Figure 3 - The major parts of the tiller Use extreme care when handling WARNING: Read, understand, and... - Page 7 Wheel Position WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings The tiller is shipped with the wheels adjusted such that posted on the machine and in this the unit sits level. Before tilling, the front wheel must manual before operating. be raised.
- Page 8 For tilling, the depth stake must be taken out of its storage position. To do this, remove the clevis pin and hairpin clip, flip the stake so the pointed end is facing the ground, and reattach at the desired height using the hardware removed earlier, Figure 6.
- Page 9 matter will substantially increase the fertility of your garden. For proper decaying action, fertilizer should be applied and worked in with the mulch materials. Breaking up leaves and straw and mixing it with several inches of soil allows proper aeration of the plant root system and retards the growth of weeds.
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Page 10: Maintenance
It should not be replaced with an off-the-shelf belt. See on your machine. the retailer from which you purchased your tiller, an authorized MTD Service Dealer, or call 1-800-800-7310 Maintaining Engine for information regarding price and availability. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct 3. Move throttle lever to start position. Trouble starting position (if equipped) 4. -
Page 12: Off Season Storage And Labels
Off-Season Storage If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 • Refer to the engine manual for correct engine days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the storage instructions. tiller for storage. • Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust. •... - Page 13 Safety Labels Found On Your Tiller WARNING WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY Off Season 1. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL. Storage 2. KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTIONS OF ALL CONTROLS. and Safety 3. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE AND WORKING. Labels 4.
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Page 15: Parts Lists
Flange Lock Nut:5/16-18:GRF: NYL 41 748-04079 Pulley Adapter: .9875 dia. w/dd 10 716-0102 Snap Ring: 1.0 dia. shaft 42 710-0809 TT Screw: 1/4-20:1.250 11 720-0269 Handle Grip 43 642-0002 Inner Tine Assembly RH 12 720-0274 Grip: 1.0 ID x 5.0 LG... -
Page 16: Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except sions and territories.
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