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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
PETROL TILLER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
FMTC100
BUILDER SAS
ZI, 32 rue aristide Bergès – 31270 Cugnaux - France
MAFE IN PRC 2020
CAUTION: Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the equipment

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  • Page 1 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS PETROL TILLER INSTRUCTION MANUAL FMTC100 BUILDER SAS ZI, 32 rue aristide Bergès – 31270 Cugnaux - France MAFE IN PRC 2020 CAUTION: Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment...

  • Page 2: Safety Warning

    1. SAFETY WARNING: For your safety and safety of others please pay special attention to these precautions: 1) Training a) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment; b) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine.
  • Page 3 b) Work only in daylight or in good artificial light; c) Always be sure of your footing on slopes; d) Walk, never run with the machine; e) For wheeled rotary machines, work across the slopes, never up and down; f) Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes; g) Do not work on excessively steep slopes;...
  • Page 4 etc. Pieces thrown from worn or damaged-tines can cause serious injury. Always inspect the tines before using the tiller. Fire and Burn Hazard Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode. Use extreme care when handing gasoline. Keep gasoline out of reach of children.

  • Page 5: Warning Symbol

    2. WARNING SYMBOL Attention! Caution: fire risk! The part is extremely hot! Do not touch! Read the instruction manual before use Caution: Do not put your hands in belt when it running. Caution: rotating working tool! Keep away from the machine. Warning: Exhaust emissions are harmful to health of body.
  • Page 6  That the machine shall always be used in accordance with these manufacturer's instructions the instruction handbook  The engine shall be stopped when carrying out maintenance and cleaning operations, when changing tools and when being transported by means other than under its own power; ...
  • Page 7 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 3. STRUCTURAL REPRESENTATIO...

  • Page 9: Pre-Operation Check

    ENGINE SWITCH MUFFLER FUEL TANK FRONT WHEEL BELT COVER SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL CLUTCH HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUST (10) DRAG BAR (11) TRANSMISSION OIL FILLER (12) RECOIL STARTER (13) FUEL VALVE (14) CHOKE LEVER (15) AIR CLEANER (16) SPARK PLUG (17) FRAME 4.

  • Page 10: Transmission Gear Oil

    Classification SG.SF CAUTION: Using non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the engine’s service life. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general all-temperature use. Other viscosities shown in the following chart might be used when at the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range. (1) OIL FILLER HOLE (2) UPPER LEVEL (3) LOWER LEVEL...

  • Page 11: Air Cleaner

    2) TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL Place the tiller on a level surface and remove the oil filler cap. The oil should be level with the lower edge of the oil filler hole. Add high quality engine oil if the level is low. (1) OIL FILLER HOLE 3) AIR CLEANER Check cleaner for dirt or obstruction of elements...
  • Page 12 4) FUEL Use automotive gasoline (Unleaded or low leaded is preferred to minimize combustion chamber deposits.) FOR NEW SOUTH WALES ONLY: Use unleaded fuel only: Never use an oil/gasoline mixture or dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in the fuel tank. CAUTION: Do not fill over the red level line.
  • Page 13 vapor. Fuel tank capacity: 3.0L or 3.6L (1) RED LEVEL LINE Gasoline containing alcohol If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it’s octane rating is at least as high as that recommended for Motor Hoes. There are two types of “gasohol”: one containing ethanol and the other containing methanol! Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol! Do not use gasoline containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol)
  • Page 14 NOTE: Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from  the use of fuels that contain alcohol are not covered under the warranty. Motor Hoes can not endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their suitability is as yet incomplete. Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station try on find out if the fuel ...
  • Page 15 (1) FUEL VALVE (2) ON (3) DRAIN KNOB 2). Close the choke lever. NOTE: Do not use the choke if the engine is warm or the air temperature is high. (1) CHOKE LEVER (2) CLOSE 3). Turn the engine switch to ON (1) ON (2) ENGINE SWITCH...

  • Page 16: Throttle Lever

    4.) Move the throttle lever slightly to the right. (1) THROTTLE LEVER 5). Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly. CAUTION: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. (1) STARTER GRIP 6).
  • Page 17 6. High altitude operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich. Performance and fuel consumption will increase. High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the tiller at altitudes higher than 1.830m (6.000feet) above sea level ask your authorized Motor Hoes dealer to perform these carburetor modifications.
  • Page 18 7. TILLER OPERATION 1). Handlebar height adjustment CAUTION: Before adjusting the handlebar place the tiller on firm level ground to prevent the handle from collapsing accidentally. To adjust the handlebar height, loosen the adjuster select the appropriate holes and tighten the adjuster. (1) ADJUSTER 2).
  • Page 19 3). Clutch operation The clutch engages and disengages the power from the engine to the transmission. When the clutch lever is squeezed the clutch is engaged and power is transmitted. Squeeze the lever. The tool will be rotated. When the lever is released the clutch is disengaged and power is not transmitted.
  • Page 20 NOTE: If the shift lever will not engage the desired gear squeeze the clutch lever and move the motor hoes slightly to reposition the gears. (4). Squeeze the clutch lever to engage the clutch. 5). Choose the gear The motor hoe has three gears to choose: Gear Converted: (1) Pulling the throttle switch to the right (2) Unloosen the clutch handle and let the clutch separate.
  • Page 21 6). Use of a hitch box Install the hitch attachment in the hitch box with a hitch pin. (1) HITCH BOX (2) HITCH PIN 7). Front wheel Move the motor hoes on road by the front wheel; lift the handlebars up the ground the front wheel.
  • Page 22 8). Handling tips Adjust the handlebar height to a comfortable position (waist height for normal tilling). Should the machine jerk forward while tilling. Press down the handlebars. If the machine will not move forward, move the handlebars from side to side. Turn: The proper method of negotiating a turn during a tilling operation is to lower the handlebars to bring the gravity centre toward the rear and then make the turn this will permit a turn to be made with relative ease.
  • Page 23 CAUTION: Do not use the tiller with a rotor whose diameter is in excess of  300mm. Operating the tiller on grades could cause the tiller to trip over.  Allowing any one to operate this motor hoes without proper instruction ...

  • Page 24: Engine Switch

    In an emergency: Turn the engine switch to “OFF” (1) OFF (2) ENGINE SWITCH In normal use: Release the clutch lever to DISENGAGED position and shift lever is in neutral position. (1) CLUTCH LEVER (2) DISENGAGED 1). Move the throttle lever fully to the right. (1) THROTTLE LEVER...
  • Page 25 2). Turn the engine switch to OFF (1) OFF (2) ENGINE SWITCH 3). Turn the fuel valve to OFF (1) FULE VALVE (2) OFF...

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    8. Technical Parameter ITEM FMTC100 Dimension packed (L 830 x 46 0x 690 x W x H)(mm) 85/94 N.W/G.W(kg) Transmission System Belt + Chain Tilling (mm) 1000 TILLER Guarantee sound 98 dB(A) power level: Sound power level Left: 78,9 dB(A)Right: 80dB(A)
  • Page 27 The purpose of the maintenance schedule is to keep the tiller in the best operating condition. Inspect or service as scheduled in the table below. Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance. If the engine must be run, make sure the area is well ventilated. The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
  • Page 28 n Gear Oil Tappet Check O(2) Clearance –Readjust Fuel Tank Clean O(2) and Strainer Clutch Adjust Cable Throttle Adjust Cable Belt Tension Adjust Fuel Line Check Every 2 Years (2) (Replace if necessary) 10. BREAKDOWN LIST A. Gasoline engine (1) Hard to start machine or fail to start Breakdown Cause Solution...
  • Page 29 Loosen oil drain screw the bottom clean replace needle valve block carburetor Carburetor shedding. piston ring abrasion, replace normal oil loose spark plug supply but Air leak of cylinder poor screw tigh head compressi wrong valve clean, readjust and clearance or timing reassemble poor contact of high voltage...
  • Page 30 wrong carburetor replace carburetor wrong space of spark adjust clearance plug speed adjusting handle Readjustor install excessively high failed to press adjust speed adjustment speed of rotation cap tightly or Speed adjust cap lost wrong clearance of air adjust clearance of valve air valve abnormal sound...
  • Page 31 Shop Manual. 1). Changing oil Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining (1) Remove the oil filler cap, and drain the oil (2) Refill with the recommended oil (see page 9) and check the level Oil capacity: 0.6 L (1) DRAIN PLUG (2) OIL FILLER CAP...
  • Page 32 2). Air cleaner service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the engine in extremely dusty areas. Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element.
  • Page 33 (2) FOAM ELEMENT 3). Fuel strainer cap cleaning Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames of sparks in the area. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position and remove the fuel strainer cup and the O-ring.
  • Page 34 If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler. ●Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is cracked chipped. ●Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. The gap should be 0.7-0.8mm (0.028-0.031in).
  • Page 35 ●When mounting a new spark plug, you should screw 1/2 more thread with the wrench after the washer is compressed. If you are mounting an old one, you should only screw 1/8 – 1/4 more thread. CAUTION: The spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly tightened plug can become very hot and possibly damage the engine.
  • Page 36 After adjustment tighten the lock nut securely. Then start the engine and check for proper clutch lever operation. 6). Throttle cable adjustment Measure the free play at the lever tip Free play: 5-10 mm (0.2-0.4in) If the free play is incorrect, loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusting nut in or out as required.
  • Page 37 To adjust, loosen the four engine mounting bolts and the engine stay tightening bolt and move the engine forward or reverse to get proper tension of the belt. NOTE: After adjusting the tension make sure that the outside face of the drive pulley is flush with the outside face of the driven pulley by using a straight gauge.
  • Page 38 11. TRANSPORTING / STORAGE When transporting the motor hoes, turn the fuel valve OFF and keep the motor hoes level to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may be ignited. Before storing the unit for an extended period: 1).

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    3). Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. Continue pulling until the notch on the starter puller aligns with the hole on the recoil starter At this point, the intake and exhaust valves are closed and this will help to protect the engine from internal corrosion.

  • Page 40: Fuel Valve

    If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite. (1) FUEL VALVE (2) ON (3) DRAIN KNOB 5.) Is there a spark at the spark plug? a.
  • Page 41 ZI, 32 rue Aristide Bergès – 31270 Cugnaux - France Declares that the machinery designated below: PETROL TILLER INSTRUCTION MANUAL FMTC100 Serial number: 20200725885-20200725907;20200903001-20200903027 Complies with the provisions of the Directive "machinery" 2006/42 / EC and the national regulations transposing it;...

  • Page 42: Warranty

    14. WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identified as defective by the designated distributor.

  • Page 43: Product Failure

    15. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.

  • Page 44: Warranty Exclusions

    16. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...

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