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Operator's Manual
FT900
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.
532 44 55-08
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you
English
understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual FT900 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. 532 44 55-08 Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you English understand the instructions before using the machine.

  • 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, or other safety protective devices in place. • Read this Manual care ful ly. Be thor ough ly fa mil iar with •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity: 2.9 Quarts (2.7L) • 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) • Follow instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor age” (Capacity: 20 oz./0.6L) SAE 5W30 (Below 32°F/0°C) sections of this Manual.

  • 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.

  • 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. FORWARD TINE CONTROL REVERSE TINE...
  • Page 7 OPERATION The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your til- ler and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 8 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2" of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow CAUTION: Before lifting or trans port ing, for fuel expansion. If gasoline is ac- allow tiller engine and muffler to cool. ci den tal ly spilled, move machine away Disconnect spark plug wire.
  • Page 9 OPERATION • Soil conditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will NOTE: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may con trib ute points. to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller. Hard soil should be mois tened before tilling;...

  • 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 (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove 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 SPARK PLUG COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14) Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea- Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance son or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. and long life keep your engine clean. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in “PRODUCT •...

  • 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 MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes “A” in tine hubs to holes “C” in tine shaft.
  • Page 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 19) • Recheck in “ON” position and adjust if necessary. • Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of NOTE: If “ON” position check required adjustment, recheck belt guard. “OFF”...
  • Page 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE CHECK TINE OPERATION • See “TINE OPERATION CHECK” in this section of Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control manual. devices and systems, which are being done at the cus tom- ers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine REPLACE BELT GUARD repair establishment or individual.

  • 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 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in the Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4.
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