Summary of Contents for MACKISSIC RT1450IC
- Page 1 MERRY REAR TINE TILLER RT1450IC - RT83H OWNER’S MANUAL MACKISSIC, INC., P.O. BOX 111, PARKER FORD, PA 19457 Phone: (610) 495-7181 e-mail: info@mackissic.com FAX: (610) 495-5951 www.mackissic.com P/N 712-0078 05/11/17...
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Page 2: Section I - Safety
SECTION I – SAFETY THIS REAR TINE TILLER IS INTENDED FOR CULTIVATING SOIL. IT IS DESIGNED FOR THIS PURPOSE, AND ANY OTHER USE MANY CAUSE INJURY. This symbol points out important safety instructions, which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your tiller. - Page 3 MAKE CERTAIN THAT ALL SAFETY LABELS ON THIS EQUIPMENT ARE KEPT CLEAN AND IN GOOD CONDITION. IF YOU NEED REPLACEMENT LABELS, PLEASE ORDER BY PART NUMBER. PART # 091-0057 PART # 091-0070 PART # 091-0085...
- Page 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING: STOPPING: Adjust drag bar for proper depth and tilling Release both handle levers. conditions. Place shift arm in N (neutral) position. Make certain that both handle levers have Move throttle to slow or stop. dropped into disengage position. Turn engine switch to OFF.
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Page 5: General Preparation
GENERAL PREPARATION Read the owner’s manual carefully and in its Never attempt to make any adjustments entirety before attempting to assemble or use while the engine (motor) is running (except this machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the where specifically recommended by the controls and the proper use of the equipment manufacturer). -
Page 6: Repair And Maintenance Safety
CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children. Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the operator. Be alert and turn the unit off if a child enters the area. -
Page 7: Your Responsibility
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. HAZARD: 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). -
Page 8: Section Ii - Assembly Instructions
SECTION II – ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SKID POLYBAG BOLT BAG PART # WHERE USED TILLER OWNER'S MANUAL 2 EA - CLUTCH SPRING 710-1848 CLUTCH CONTROL LEVERS HANDLE BARS ENGINE MANUAL 4 EA - 3/8-16 X 1-1/4" HHCS 090-0111 HANDLES TIE BARS WARRANTY CARD 4 EA - 3/8 NYLOCK NUTS 090-0461 HANDLES... - Page 9 3. Put the tie bars in place on the front of the transmission, and secure in place with the eyebolt that you removed in step #2. 4. Attach the left and right hand handles to the front hole of the handle mount brackets. 5.
- Page 10 7. Attach the clutch spring to the end of the tine engage cable. Attach the clutch control lever using a 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” HHCS and a 1/4-20 nylock nut. Attach the clutch spring to the right hand handle. 8. Identify the wheel engage cable. This is the cable that attaches to the front idler arm near the engine. 9.
- Page 11 11. Attach the handlebars, tie bars and cross brace. The bolt starts to the outside of the handle and goes through (in this order) the handle bar, tie bar, cross brace. Hand tighten with a nylock nut. 12. Attach the throttle control to the left hand handle. 13.
- Page 12 16. Put the shift rod through the eyebolt and screw it into the rod end attached to the upper shift arm. Make sure that the handle end of the shift rod points down, and then tighten the jam nut on the end of the shift rod.
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Page 13: Section Iii - Lubrication & Engine Start Up
SECTION III – LUBRICATION & ENGINE START UP FOR INFORMATION ABOUT: FUEL STARTING STOPPING RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SERVICE STORAGE ENGINE WARRANTY INFORMATION REFER TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL. THE ENGINE ON YOUR REAR TINE TILLER HAS BEEN SHIPPED DRY. BE SURE TO SERVICE THE ENGINE ACCORDING TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL PRIOR TO STARTING. -
Page 14: Section Iv - Operation
SECTION IV – OPERATION Starting the Merry Rear Tine Tiller Before starting the engine you should adjust the drag bar for desired tilling depth. (See tilling instructions below). Make sure engine has been properly filled with fuel and oil. Please refer to engine manufacturer’s guidelines for proper procedures. - Page 15 To start tilling make sure that the clutch levers on both handles have dropped into the disengaged position then: 1. Place shift arm in 1 (first gear). 2. Move throttle lever to ¾ speed. 3. Engage left hand lever to engage wheels. 4.
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Page 16: Section V - Service - Maintenance - Repair
SECTION V – SERVICE – MAINTENANCE – REPAIR The Merry Rear Tine Tiller is designed to provide years of hard working, low maintenance service. Belt tension should be checked periodically and after initial 20-30 minutes of operation. There are a couple of minor adjustments that need to be made periodically to this tiller for proper operation. Although they are simple, they are critical. - Page 17 Belt Installation and Alignment of Pulleys 1. Whenever a new belt is installed, be sure to examine the grooves of the pulleys for wear. A wide groove of a worn engine pulley will cause slippage of the belt when engaged. Replace the pulley if worn. 2.
- Page 18 Inspection of Wheel Drive Transmission The front bottom housing should be regularly removed for cleaning. To access this area, loosen 4 bolts that secure front bumper, remove the 2 front bolts and pivot bumper up, undo latches that secure housing and remove housing. Transmission and shift linkage should be inspected and drive chain and sprocket should be lubricated regularly.
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Page 19: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Frequency Service required After every rental Inspect belts & pulleys for proper alignment and excessive wear Check operation of belts and idlers, make sure tines & wheels stop & start correctly Inspect tine transmission for any leakage, check all bolts for tightness. Pay particular attention to center bolt that secures the transmission to the frame rails Check tines for wear and excessive play, make sure no pins are missing,... -
Page 20: Section Vi - Storage
SECTION VI – STORAGE Clean the tiller thoroughly. Wipe down the tiller with an oiled rag to prevent rust (use a light oil or silicone). Store the unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive material, such as fertilizer. ... -
Page 21: Section Vii - Parts Breakdown
SECTION VII – PARTS BREAKDOWN... - Page 22 REAR TINE TILLER MAIN ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION SEE PAGE 25 ENGINE-RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE-PULLEY ASSEMBLY SEE PAGE 27 FRAME-TRANSMISSION-HOUSING ASSEMBLY SEE PAGE 29 TRANSMISSION MOUNT ASSEMBLY SEE PAGE 35 AXLE-TIRE ASSEMBLY 712-0056 BELT GUARD 712-0044 INNER BELT GUARD SEE PAGE 31 TINE SHIELD ASSEMBLY 3/8-16 X 1-1/4”...
- Page 24 REAR TINE TILLER ENGINE – RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE - PULLEY ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 090-0460 5/16-18 NYLOCK NUT 5/16” USS FLATWASHER 090-0233 030-0596 B&S 14.50 IC ENGINE 030-0249 8 HP HONDA ENGINE 712-0144 ENGINE BELT RELEASE WELDMENT 3/16” X 3/16” X 1” KEY 100-0018 712-0160 RIGHT ANGLE DRIVE...
- Page 26 REAR TINE TILLER FRAME – TRANSMISSION – HOUSING ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 712-0118 FRONT BOTTOM HOUSING SEE PG XX CHAIN TENSIONER ASSY SEE PG XX TRANSMISSION MOUNT ASSY 030-0271 DRAW LATCH 712-0045 BUMPER WELDMENT 712-0096 TOP HOUSING WELDMENT 3/8-16 X 2-1/4”...
- Page 28 REAR TINE TILLER TRANSMISSION MOUNT ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 712-0014 TRNSMISSION MOUNT PLATE 090-0493 3/16 X ¾ WOODRUF KEY 090-0269 ¼-28 FEMALE ROD END 090-0265 ¼-28 HEX NUT 712-0166 TRANSMISSION SHIFT ROD 712-0164 TRANSMISSION SHIFT ARM 090-0060 ¼-20 X 1 HHCS 090-0630 3/8-24 NYLOCK NUT 090-0233...
- Page 30 REAR TINE TILLER TINE SHIELD/COVER ASSEMBLY ITEM# PART # DESCRIPTION 712-0036 RH TINE SHIELD TOP 712-0035 LH TINE SHIELD TOP 712-0038 RH TINE SHIELD SKIRT 712-0037 LH TINE SHIELD SKIRT 712-0043 TINE SHIELD TOP BRACE 712-0039 TINE SHIELD DIRT DEFLECTOR 712-0040 TINE GUARD FLAP 712-0041-1...
- Page 32 REAR TINE TILLER IDLER ARMS AND SHIFT LINKAGE ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION ¼ X 1-1/4” COTTER PIN 090-0718 090-0266 3/8-24 BALL JOINT 090-0267 3/8-24 HEX NUT 712-0175 OPERATOR SHIFT ROD 712-0170 UPPER SHIFT ARM WELDMENT 090-0626 3/16 X 1-1/4" ROLL PIN 090-0066 5/16-18 X 3/4"...
- Page 34 REAR TINE TILLER AXLE-TIRE ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 3/8-16 X 2-1/4” HHCS GR8 090-0604 712-0072 RH WHEEL 712-0019 WHEEL SPACER 030-0246 DRIVE SHAFT BEARING 712-0020 DRIVE AXLE WELDMENT 712-0073 LH WHEEL 090-0461 3/8-16 NYLOCK NUT...
- Page 36 REAR TINE TILLER HANDLE ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION 706-0630 HANDLE GRIP 090-0057 ¼-20 x 1-1/2 HHCS 090-0470 ¼-20 Nylock Locknut 712-0180 RH HANDLE ASSEMBLY 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” HHCS 090-0091 706-1826 CROSS BRACE 712-0181 LH HANDLE ASSEMBLY 090-0400 10-32 X 1-1/4 RHMS 712-0087 WHEEL ENGAGE CABLE 710-1848...
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Page 41: Section Viii - Warranty
MacKissic’s responsibility is limited to making the required repairs or replacements only. No claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the sales contract of any MacKissic product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must be performed by an Authorized MacKissic Service Dealer.