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Champion Power Equipment 201464 Operator's Manual

Champion Power Equipment 201464 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL #201464
REAR TiNE TiLLER
ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY
SERIAL NO.
by registering your product:
championpowerequipment.com
or visit championpowerequipment.com
READ AND SAVE THiS MANUAL. This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.
EN
5027-M-OP
REV 20240731
Champion Power Equipment, Inc.

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  • Page 1 This manual should remain with the product. Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. 5027-M-OP REV 20240731 Champion Power Equipment, Inc.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TAbLE Of CONTENTS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER TAbLE Of CONTENTS Stopping the Engine and the Tiller ....... Operation at High Altitude ........introduction ...........

  • Page 3: Introduction

    201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER iNTRODUCTiON SAfETY DEfiNiTiONS Congratulations on your purchase of a Champion Power Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to (CPE) product. CPE designs, builds, and supports all of our possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, products to strict specifications and guidelines.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER iMPORTANT SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS Training WARNiNG WARNiNG   1. Carefully read this Operator’s Manual and any other Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov literature you may receive. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller and its engine.

  • Page 5: Operation

    SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Operation 12. always be aware that the tiller may unexpectedly bounce upward or jump forward if the tines should WARNiNG  strike extremely hard packed soil, frozen ground, or buried obstacles like large stones, roots, or 1.

  • Page 6: Maintenance And Storage

    SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER fuel Safety WARNiNG  Spark from removed spark plug wire can result in fire or DANGER  electrical shock. GaSolinE anD GaSolinE VaPorS arE hiGhlY When servicing the engine: FlammaBlE anD EXPloSiVE.
  • Page 7 SAfETY iNSTRUCTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER WARNiNG  When starting the tiller: DO NOT attempt to start a damaged tiller. Always check that the gasoline cap, air filter, spark plug, fuel lines and exhaust system are properly in place.

  • Page 8: Safety Symbols

    SAfETY DEfiNiTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Safety Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.
  • Page 9 SAfETY DEfiNiTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER SYmBol mEaninG Toxic Fumes. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. risk of asphyxiation. This engine emits carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.

  • Page 10: Operation Symbols

    SAfETY DEfiNiTiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Operation Symbols Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to more safely operate the product.

  • Page 11: Quickstart Label Symbols

    4. Move the throttle lever to “FAST” position. This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for position when the engine is not in use.

  • Page 12: Safety Labels

    50% process magenta 2018-L-OP-B This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.
  • Page 13 C: Shrink height 3mm to fit 100782 engine This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment. The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment.

  • Page 14: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER CONTROLS AND fEATURES Read this operator’s manual before operating your tiller. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. Tiller Engine 1. muffler 1.

  • Page 15: Parts Included

    CONTROLS AND fEATURES 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Parts included accessories Engine Oil ........

  • Page 16: Assembly

    ASSEMbLY 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER ASSEMbLY Your tiller requires some assembly. This unit ships from our factory without oil. It must be properly serviced with fuel and oil before operation. If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your tiller, call our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999.

  • Page 17: Install The Depth Regulator

    ASSEMbLY 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER install the Depth Regulator Attach Speed Control 1. Remove the (1) pin and (1) clip from the depth regulator lever. 1. Attach speed control using provided (1) M6 bolt, (1) washer, and (1) M6 nut.

  • Page 18: Introduction

    ASSEMbLY 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER introduction WHEEL DRiVE Position This section describes the location and function of the controls on your tiller. Refer to the following section, Operation, for detailed operating instructions. Practice using these controls, with the engine shut off, until you understand the operation of the controls and feel confident with each of them.

  • Page 19: Reverse Lever

    ASSEMbLY 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Depth Regulator Lever Adjustment 3. Release the lever to disengage (stop) the wheels and tines (the engine will continue to run). This regulator lever controls the tilling depth of the tines. Remove pin and clip and slide regulator lever up or down as required.

  • Page 20: Handlebar Height Adjustment

    OPERATiON 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Handlebar Height Adjustment NOTiCE  The handlebar height is adjustable to three different settings. In The recommended oil type for typical use is 10W-30 general, adjust the handlebars so they are at waist level when the automotive oil.

  • Page 21: Add Fuel

    OPERATiON 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER 2. Slowly add gasoline to the tank. DO NOT OVERFILL. Gasoline CAUTiON  can expand after filling. A minimum of ¼ in. (6.4 mm) of space left in the tank is required for gasoline expansion This engine is equipped with a low oil shut-off and will stop although more than ¼...

  • Page 22: Transmission Gear Oil

    OPERATiON 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER NOTiCE WARNiNG   The engine works well with 10% or less ethanol blended Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated gasoline. When using ethanol-gasoline blends there are some areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless issues worth noting: and deadly gas.

  • Page 23: Stopping The Engine And The Tiller

    OPERATiON 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Stopping the Engine and the Tiller 7. Move the throttle lever to the “FAST” position. in an emergency, turn the engine switch to the “oFF” position. 8. Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly.

  • Page 24: Tilling Tips And Techniques

    TiLLiNG TiPS AND TECHNiQUES 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER In order to select the correct high altitude main jet it is necessary When cultivating (breaking up surface soil around plants to to identify the carburetor model. For this purpose, a code is destroy weeds), adjust the tines to dig only 1 in.

  • Page 25: Tilling On Slopes

    TiLLiNG TiPS AND TECHNiQUES 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Tilling on Slopes Terrace Gardening – When a slope is too steep or too short for vertical tilling, it may Read the following recommendations before tilling on slopes: be necessary to till across the slope and create terraced rows.

  • Page 26: Loading And Unloading The Tiller

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER MAiNTENANCE Loading and Unloading the Tiller WARNiNG  WARNiNG  Loading and unloading the tiller into a vehicle is potentially Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off hazardous and we don’t recommend doing so unless...

  • Page 27: Tiller Lubrication

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Check for Oil Leaks EVErY 3 monThS or EVErY 50 hourS oF oPEraTion Before each use, check the tiller for signs of an oil leak — usually — Change engine oil a dirty, oily accumulation either on the unit or on the floor.

  • Page 28: Transmission Gear Oil Service

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Transmission Gear Oil Service Check the transmission gear oil level after every 30 hours of operation or whenever you notice any oil leak. Operating the tiller when the transmission is low on oil can result in severe damage.

  • Page 29: Checking And Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER C. removing/installing a Tine assembly: To Check Belt Tension: 1. A tine assembly consists of eight tines mounted on a tine 1. Stop engine, wait for all parts to stop moving and disconnect holder.

  • Page 30: Belt Tension Adjustment

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER belt Tension Adjustment 5. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to re-measure the length of the spring. When the second measurement is between Proper belt tension is critical to good performance. After 1/2 hour 1/16 in. to 3/16 in. (2 to 5 mm) shorter than the first...
  • Page 31 MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER c. Pull the belt down and away from the transmission pulley. fORWARD bELT ENGiNE PULLEY TRANSMiSSiON PULLEY 5. To remove the reverse drive belt: a. Remove the reverse belt idler. b. Slide the belt free of the reverse belt guides and engine pulley.

  • Page 32: Engine Oil Service

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER 8. To install the forward drive belt: 14. Start the engine and operate the reverse drive lever to check for proper cable adjustment and belt tension. See the Belt a. Insert the belt from underneath the unit and up around Tension Adjustment section if cable adjustment is required.

  • Page 33: Air Cleaner Maintenance

    MAiNTENANCE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER 6. Allow the engine oil to drain. 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and take the element out. 2. Soak in clean engine oil until saturated. Squeeze out excess oil; otherwise, the engine will smoke when starting.

  • Page 34: Spark Arrester Screen Service

    STORAGE 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Spark Arrester Screen Service 7. Change the oil. 8. Remove the spark plug and pour about ½ ounce (14.8 mL) of If the engine muffler is equipped with a spark arrester screen, oil into the cylinder. Crank the engine slowly to distribute the remove and clean it according to the service intervals.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECifiCATiONS 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER SPECifiCATiONS Tiller Specifications Model ............

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    TROUbLESHOOTiNG 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER TROUbLESHOOTiNG Problem Cause Solution Spark plug wire disconnected. Reconnect wire. Engine Throttle Control Lever incorrectly Put lever in “START” position. set. Fuel tank empty. Add fuel. Choke control in incorrect position. Move to “CHOKE” position.

  • Page 37: Difficulty Starting Engine (Recoil)

    TROUbLESHOOTiNG 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Difficulty Starting Engine (Recoil) Problem Cause Solution There is no enough fuel in fuel tank and Fill fuel, open fuel cock. fuel cock is closed. Air vent in the fuel filler cap is clogged.

  • Page 38: Gasoline Engine: No Power

    TROUbLESHOOTiNG 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Gasoline Engine: No Power Problem Cause Solution Air in fuel line or fuel line clogged. Exhaust air or dredge fuel line. Main oil flow hole is not adjusted properly. Readjust. In carburetor, needle valve hole and main Clean and blow to clear.

  • Page 39: Stops Suddenly When Running

    TROUbLESHOOTiNG 201464 - REAR TiNE TiLLER Stops Suddenly When Running Problem Cause Solution Operated on a hill. Keep engine oil level within targets and operate Unit bounces or hops. tiller on inclines less than 15 degrees, or disconnect oil sensor wire temporarily.

  • Page 40: Warranty

    Please register within ten (10) Consequential Damage days from date of purchase. Champion Power Equipment disclaims any obligation to cover any loss of time, use of this product, freight, or any incidental Repair/Replacement Warranty or consequential claim by anyone from using this product.

  • Page 41: Your Warranty Rights And Obligations

    AND THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (U.S. EPA.) EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your Champion Power Equipment (CPE) engine complies with U.S. EPA emissions regulations. YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The U.S. EPA and CPE are pleased to explain the Federal Emission Control Systems Warranty on your 2024 small off-road engine and engine powered equipment.

  • Page 42: Emission Control System Warranty

    EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY The following are specific provisions relative to your Exhaust and Evaporative Emission Control System (ECS) Warranty Coverage. 1. APPLICABILITY: This warranty shall apply to 1997 and later model year small off-road engines.The ECS Warranty Period shall begin on the date the new engine is delivered to its original, end-use purchaser, and shall continue for 24 consecutive months thereafter.

  • Page 43: To Obtain Warranty Service

    You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed, along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment, Inc. to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours.

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