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Operator's Manual
Rear Tine Tiller
Model 454
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
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.
CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
FORM NO. 770-10101E.fm
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
(12/2003)
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- Page 1 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. CUB CADET LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 FORM NO. 770-10101E.fm PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operating Your Tiller Making Adjustments 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. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. -
Page 4: Maintenance And Storage
WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine. NOTE: Not all safety labels shown may apply to your tiller. WARNING Hot surfaces can cause severe burns. -
Page 5: Loose Parts
SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS Handle Assembly Depth Stake Control Assembly NOTE: Cable tie not shown. -
Page 6: Assembling Your Tiller
Place flat washer on hex bolt and thread “T” knob onto the hex bolt. See Figure 1. Tighten securely. • Tip the tiller back down so it rests on the depth stake (transport position). Attaching The Handle Assembly •... - Page 7 Position the tiller so the front bumper is against a solid object, such as a wall. With the gear selection lever in NEUTRAL, start the engine. Refer to the separate engine manual.
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Page 8: Know Your Tiller
Gear Selection Handle The gear selection handle is located in the center of the handle on the tiller. It is used to select NEUTRAL, REVERSE, or one of the FORWARD modes (see below). Pull or push the handle so that the indicator on top of shift cover points to the operating mode desired. -
Page 9: Operating Your Tiller
Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, lead-free, low-lead or regular grade leaded gasoline. To Start Engine WARNING: Be sure no one is standing in front of the tiller while the engine is running or being started. • Place the throttle control lever in the FAST (rabbit) position. -
Page 10: Making Adjustments
Make certain the gear selection indicator is correctly positioned before engaging the clutch handle. If it is between gears, the engine will stall. To transport tiller, do not engage the tines. Select the wheel drive only. WARNING: Do not push down on the... -
Page 11: Servicing Your Tiller
Part No. 754-0434—‘‘V’’ Belt • Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire against the engine. Remove the belt cover from the left side of the tiller as follows: • Remove two torx screws from the top of belt cover. See Figure 9. -
Page 12: Off Season Storage
Pulley Brkt. Figure 10 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage. • Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller thoroughly. -
Page 13: Trouble Shooting Guide
Improper rotation. ground Wheels do not Clevis pin missing. engage Tiller is not being shifted properly. Control cable not adjusted properly. Belt worn and/or stretched. NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. Corrective Action Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. -
Page 14: Illustrated Parts
SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 454... - Page 15 Model 454 REF. PART NO. 611-0020 Wheel Shaft Ass’y: 33T 611-0021 Tine Shaft Ass’y: 18T 611-0128 Jack Shaft Ass’y 611-0129 Input Shaft Ass’y 617-0058 Rev. Idler Gear Ass’y: 30T 617-0059 Ftine Idler Gear Ass’y: 30T 617-0060 Tine Input Sprocket Ass’y: 9T 617-0061 Wheel Input Sprocket Ass’y: 10T...
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- Page 17 712-0324 726-0273 736-3090 784-0205 Part No. Code Description Hot Surfaces Tine Shield Warning Shaft Drive 454 Place Hand Here on Handle Gear Selection on Handle Belt Guard PART NO. DESCRIPTION Side Shield Tine Shield Hinge Flap R.H. Handle Brkt. L.H. Handle Brkt.
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- Page 19 Model 454 REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 686-0111 Belt Cover Brkt. Ass’y 710-0237 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x.62" Lg. 710-0412 Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x.75" Lg. 710-0502A Hex Wash.TT-Sems Screw 3/8-16 x 1.250" Lg. 710-0152 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.00 710-0599 Hex Wash. Hd. S-Tap Scr.
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Page 20: Warranty
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “Cub Cadet” warrants this product against defects in material...