Ariens RT5018 Owner's/Operator's Manual
Ariens RT5018 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Ariens RT5018 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Rear-tine tiller

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Rear-Tine Tiller
Owner/Operator Manual
Model
901025 - RT5018
00158500A 1/00
Supersedes 00158500
Printed in USA

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Summary of Contents for Ariens RT5018

  • Page 1 Rear-Tine Tiller Owner/Operator Manual Model 901025 - RT5018 00158500A 1/00 Supersedes 00158500 Printed in USA...
  • Page 2: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Disengaged Engaged OB0500 ENGLISH 1. Wheel Hub Drive Pins (Each Side) 2. Fuel Cap and Tank 3. Throttle 4. Recoil Starter Handle 5. Forward Control (Clutch) 6. Handlebar 7. Depth Control Stick 8. Belt Cover 9. Reverse Control (Clutch) 10.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of this unit When ordering replacement parts and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims liability for Transfer or making service inquiries, know any claims or damages, whether warranty, property model &...
  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS Look for these symbols to point out ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. important safety precautions. They mean: Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations. Attention! Personal Safety Is Involved! WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA DANGER...
  • Page 5 Understand and follow each warning, caution and Stop engine and remove spark plug instruction decal installed on tiller. wire before clearing tines or repairing. Thoroughly inspect and clear work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown. Remove all stones, sticks, wires, and foreign objects.
  • Page 6: Assembly

    Use only attachments and accessories approved by applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, Ariens Company. Use Ariens attachments only when if used, must be maintained in effective working order recommended.
  • Page 7: Operation

    Install Forward Clutch Cable 8. Install a tie strap to secure the both clutch cables to the handlebar just above the mounting bracket 1. Locate the forward clutch cable which is installed on the handlebar. on the right side of the sheave housing. 2.
  • Page 8 Handlebar Height Handlebars should be set to a safe, comfortable tilling height (see Adjustments Section). Depth Control CAUTION: Do not adjust tilling depth with OB0810 tines rotating. Disengage clutch and shut off Engaged Disengaged engine before changing tilling depth. To engage Wheel Drive: 1.
  • Page 9 TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY Do not exert pressure on handlebars while tilling. Heavy pressure on handlebars cause tines to propel To stop the unit: tiller forward instead of digging. Keep both hands on 1. Release forward and reverse controls to handle grips when tilling to maintain balance and disengage clutch.
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    After first two (2) hours of operation. 6. Install and tighten oil fill plug and dipstick. 7. Wipe up any spilled oil. Ariens dealers will provide any service which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Change Engine Oil Should engine service be required, contact an Ariens IMPORTANT: Change oil after first two (2) hours of...
  • Page 11: Service And Adjustments

    Check Engine Cooling Every twenty five (25) hours or each season, check oil level in the gear boxes. If necessary, add Ariens L-2 The engine is air cooled. Check the cooling system Special Gear Lubricant at oil fill port. Check and every twenty-five (25) operating hours (more often if...
  • Page 12: Storage

    Schedule. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for storage. Engine Your authorized Ariens Dealer is trained and equipped When storing tiller for an extended period, refer to to service your tiller. A periodic checkup by your dealer Engine Manual.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    3. See Engine Manual. SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 901025 Engine Manufacturer Tecumseh Description RT5018 Engine Power - HP (KW) - 4 Cycle 5 (3.73) Number of Tines Engine Governed Speed - RPM 3600 ±150 Diameter of Tines - in (cm) 12 (30.5) Engine Idle Speed - RPM 2150 ±150...
  • Page 14: Warranty

    Ariens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase, and will repair any defect in material or...
  • Page 15 GRAVELY A Division of Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.com...

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