Table Of Contents; Model Identification - Simplicity SNAPPER 5521FT Operator's Manual

MODEL IDENTIFICATION .......................................... 3
SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 4
Owner's Responsibility ............................................. 4
Special Messages .................................................... 4
Important Safety Precautions ................................... 4
Preparation ............................................................... 4
Operation ................................................................. 5
Maintenance and Storage ........................................ 5
Safety Decals ........................................................... 6
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY................................. 7
Unpack Tiller and Assemble ..................................... 7
Install Depth Regulator Lever .................................... 7
Fill Engine Crankcase .............................................. 7
FEATURES ................................................................. 8
CONTROLS ................................................................ 9
Drive Safety Control Lever ....................................... 9
Belt Tension Adjustment ............................................ 9
Depth Regulator Lever ............................................. 9
OPERATION ............................................................. 10
Pre-Start Inspection ............................................... 10

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Record your model number, manufacturer number and
serial number in the space provided for easy reference.
The model and manufacturer numbers can be found on
the unit I.D. plate located on the unit's left engine mount.
Refer to the Engine Owner's Manual for location of
engine serial number.
If you have a service problem requiring special
assistance, contact a local dealer for help.
WARNING
You must read, understand and comply with all
safety and operating instructions in this manual
before attempting to setup and operate your
rototiller.
Failure to comply with all safety and operating
instructions can result in loss of machine control,
serious personal injury to you and/or bystanders,
and risk of equipment and property damage. The
triangle in the text signifies important cautions
or warnings which must be followed.
Start-up .................................................................. 10
Operating Speed .................................................... 11
Shutting Down ........................................................ 11
Tilling ...................................................................... 11
MAINTENANCE.........................................................
Maintenance Schedule............................................12
Servicing the Rototiller.............................................
Check Belt Tension ................................................ 13
Change Forward Belt ............................................. 13
Engine Maintenance .............................................. 14
Check or Fill Engine Crankcase ............................. 14
Clean Tine Axle Shaft ............................................ 14
Lubrication .............................................................. 14
STORAGE ................................................................. 15
Prepare for Storage................................................ 15
TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR ....................... 16
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................ 16
TECHNICAL MANUALS ........................................... 17
ROTOTILLER REFERENCE DATA
Model Description/Number
M/N (Manufacturer's Number)
D e l a r e N a m e
ENGINE REFERENCE DATA
Engine Make/Model
Engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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S/N (Serial Number)
D a e t P u c r h a s e d
Engine ID/Serial Number
WARNING
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