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- Page 1 0 TRtlI BILT° OWNER'SMANUAL ,® REAR-TINETILLER • Safety Before ( , read this • Assembly manual • Features and Controls • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List Model 12211 - RecoilStart 12212 - ElectricStart (Recoil Start Model Shown) GARDEN WAYINCORPORATED...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Dear Owner: SECTION 1: SAFETY........... You now own one of the finest standard-rotating-tine tillers available. Your new PONY® Model tiller allows you to till Safety Decals ..............and cultivate your garden with ease, and accomplish SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY ........dozens of other property management projects as well. -
Page 3: Section 1: Safety
Safety SPARKARRESTERWARNING TO RESIDENTSOF Wheel Gear CALIFORNIAAND SEVERALOTHERSTATES ForwardClutch Lever Under California law, and under the lawsof several other Control states, you are not permitted to operate an internalcom- bustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, hay, grain, or grass covered land;or landcovered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine Handlebar spark arrester in continuous effective working order. - Page 4 7. Takeall possible precautions when b. Use shallower depthregulator set- 25. Thebatteryon electricstart modeltillers containssulfuric acid. Avoid contactwith leaving the machine unattended. Stop the tings, workinggraduallydeeper engine. Remove ignition key on electric with each pass. skin, eyes,or clothing. Keepout of the reachof children.
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Page 5: Safety Decals
4. To reducethe chancesof a fire DECALS hazard,keepthe enginefree of grass, For your safety and the safety of others, replacements if any decals are damagedor leaves,or excessivegrease. various safety messagedecals are on your missing, 5. Store gasoline in a cool, well-venti- unit (see Figure2). -
Page 6: Section 2: Assembly
Assembly HARDWARE BAG PARTS LIST Fig. To prevent personal injury or property Ref. Qty. Description damage, do not start the engine until all 3/8-16 x 1" Hex Hd. Screw assembly steps are complete and you 81 T have read and understand the safety and KeyedWasher operating instructionsin this Manual. -
Page 7: Attach Handlebars
STEP 4: ATTACH FORWARD 4. With the forward clutchcable (N, Figure 2-4) on the inside of handlebar, CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE position the handlebar ends on the 1. Removeany fasteners (rubber bands, outside of the two mounting tabs (M, tape, etc.) that may secure the Forward Figure 2-3) on the transmission top Clutch Control levers (J, Figure 2-7) to the cover. -
Page 8: Checktransmission Gear Oil Level
Incorrect cable adjustment could cause the wheels and tines to rotate unexpect- edly. Follow adjustment procedures carefully. Failure to do so could result in personal injuryor propertydamage. 4. Checkfor correct spring/cable tension as instructed in Section 5, Checkingand Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension. Figure 2-11: Addinggear oil. -
Page 9: Electric Start Assembly Steps
Electric Start the battery unless you are fully experi- the UPPERLEVELline printed on the enced in battery activation and charging battery. Do not add water or any other Assembly Steps procedures. liquid during this initial activation. The following steps explain how to 6. - Page 10 • Do not touch positive (+) battery terminal and any surrounding metal with tools, jewelry or other metal objects. Failure to complycould cause a shortcircuit that could cause electri- cal burns or an explosion of battery gases. Figure 2.18: Checktightness of upper •...
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Page 11: Section 3: Features & Controls
Features and Controls Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner's Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in seriouspersonal injury. INTRODUCTION This Section describes the location and function of the controls on your tiller. -
Page 12: Reverseclutch Control
REVERSE CLUTCH C ONTROL For bestresults, always begin tilling at a very shallow depthsetting and gradu- The ReverseClutch Control (C, Figure • Do not attempt to till too deeply too ally increasethe tilling depth. Complete 3-1) controls the engagement of reverse drive to the wheels and tines. -
Page 13: Enginecontrols
ELECTRIC START KEYSWITCH ENGINECONTROLS (ELECTRIC START MODEL) Refer to the engine manufacturer's Engine The ignition keyswitch on the electric Owner's Manual (included in the tiller lit- start model (H, Figure 3-5) is used to erature package)to identify the controls start and stop the engine. The keyswitch on your engine. -
Page 14: Section 4: Operation
Operation Reverse Clutch ForwardClutch Gear Lever ControlLever HandlebarHeight AdjustmentScrew ForwardClutch Control Lever Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety (Section 1), controls (Section 3) and operating instructions (Section 4) in this Manual, in the separate Engine Owner's Manual, and on the decals on the machine. -
Page 15: Operating Thetiller
STARTING THE ENGINE OPERATING THETILLER (b) When the engine starts, releasethe key and it will return to the "RUN" The following steps describe how to start The following pages provide guidelines to setting. and stop the engine. Do not attemptto using your tiller effectively and safely in engagethe tines or wheels until you (c) Gradually move choke lever (on... - Page 16 Before tilling, contact your telephone or utilities company and inquire underground equipment or lines are used in your area. Their representative will he glad to answer your questions and tell you if any of their equipmentor lines are buried underground on your property.
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Page 17: Tilling Tips& Techniques
Tilling Tips& Techniques Let the tiller do the work Avoidtilling soggy, wet soil • If the garden size will not permit lengthwise and then crosswise tilling, • While tilling, relax and let the wheels Tilling wet soil often results in large, then overlap the first passesby one- pull the tiller along while the tines do hard clumps of soil that can interfere... - Page 18 Tilling Tips & Techniques Tilling on slopes Clearing the tines • Terracesshould be only 2-to-3 feet wide. Digging too far into the side of If you must garden on a moderate The tines havea self-clearing action the slope will expose poor subsoil that slope, pleasefollow two very important which eliminates most tangling of debris is unproductive for plants.
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Page 19: Powercomposting
POWERCOMPOSTING After tilling under crop residues, add • Ramps must be strong enough to more organic matter such as leaves, support the combined weight of the tiller Power composting simply means tilling grass clippings and even kitchen scraps. and any handlers. The ramps should under and burying in the soil all manner When tilled into the soil, this organic provide good traction to prevent slip-... -
Page 20: Section 5: Maintenance
Maintenance TILLER LUBRICATION CHECK HARDWARE At least every 10 operating hours, check Before inspecting, cleaning the unit for loose or missing hardware servicing the machine, shut off engine, (screws, bolts, nuts, hairpin cotters, etc.). wait for all moving parts to come to a Loose or missing hardwarecan lead to complete stop, disconnect spark plug equipment failure, poor performance or... -
Page 21: Checkfor Oil Leaks
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 22: Engineoil Service
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 23: Wheelgearcableadjustment
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 24: Checkingand Adjusting Tension On The Clutch Belts
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 25: Forward Clutch Belt Removal/Replacement
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage. - Page 26 Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
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Page 27: Reverseclutch Belt Removal/Replacement
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructionscan result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 28: Batterymaintenance
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove the key from the keyswitch on units so equipped. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any corrections, refer to the appropriate information in this Manual, or in the Engine Owner's Manual, for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenanceprocedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealerfor engine service. Contact your local authorized equipment dealer or the factory for all other service problems. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION... -
Page 30: Partslist
Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 1... - Page 31 Model 12211 & 12212 PARTS LIST - DRAWING 1 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1918811 1186211 Hex Nut, 5/16-24 ......... Handlebars (Incl. Refs. 2, 3 & 3A) ..9126 1100068 Hex Hd. Screw, 3/8-16 x 314",..... Grip ............. 1918770 1100243 Decal, Control Panel ......
- Page 32 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 2 R_everse Clutch Cable >7 ).49 Secures Forward Clutch See Drawing 1, Ref. 10. i-_4 Cable. 26_¢"...
- Page 33 Model 12211 & 12212 PARTS LIST - DRAWING 2 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1916189001 Engine - standard recoil start .... Guard, Belts/Pulleys......1186230 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 ........ Engine - electric start ......1917326 Bracket, Clutch Cable ......1186329 Hex flange Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4".
- Page 34 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 3 1 22 21 22 NOTE1: Thesescrews are a special sealing screw that cannot be reused without risking the loss of transmission oil. If these screws are loosened or removed, they must be replaced with new screws. See N_el See NoteI REF.
- Page 35 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 4 MAIN DRIVE SHAF] ASSEMBLY INPUT PINION SHAFT & GEAR ASSEMBLY REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. MAIN DRIVESHAFT INPUTPINION SHAFT& GEARASSEMBLY 1714 9572 Hex Hd, Screw, 5/16-24 x 1-1/8", ..Bearing, TaperedRoller with Race ..20718 Spur Gear..........
- Page 36 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 5 WHEEL Internally SHAFT ASSEMBLY __/Assembled Wheel Shaft Parts ECCENTRIC SHAFT ASSEMBLY REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9621 Oil Seal..........20712 Wheel Drive Clutch (cast-iron) ..9511 20879 Eccentric Shaft ........Retaining Ring (heavy-duty, external) 1166-1 Shim, 1-1/64 I.D..062 °thick ....
- Page 37 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 6 BLtJNT END TOWARCS NOTE1: Custom Tilling Tines are availablefor your tiller. Theseare IMPORTANT: Left and right sides of tiller are determined by standing in operator position and facing direc- tion of forward travel, REF. PART REF.
- Page 38 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 7 2,2A TO ENGINE ENGINE...
- Page 39 Model 12211 & 12212 PARTS LIST - DRAWING 7 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 96512 Battery, 12 Volt, 9 Amp (IncL 97020 Boot, Insulating ......... Ref. 7) ........... 96514 Solenoid (Incl. nuts and washers for cables and wires) ..... 9462 Battery Cap (yellow) ......
- Page 40 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING8 ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT (See ROW MARKERATTACHMENT - PART # 12589 DETAIL A (Complete - Attaches to Furrower Attachment) MAIN SUPPORT/YOKEASSEMBLY PART # 1904522001 BUMPER ATTACHMENT BUMPER PART#12593...
- Page 41 Model 12211 & 12212 PARTS LIST - DRAWING 8 PART PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. RowMarkerMain Supped & YokeAssembly- Part #1904522001 Row Marker Attachment (option) - Part #12589 1904522001 Main Support & Yoke Assy- 1186349 Screw-hexflangedlocking, complete, (IncL Ref. No;s 3/8-16 X 1-112"...
- Page 42 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 9 \\\\ TRANSMISSION REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 9120 1917605 Tine Hood (Incl. hood flap and Retaining Ring (tolerance ring) ... Ref.17) ..........9119 Knob, Depth Regulator (Incl. Ref, 11). 1100043 1100243 Lockwasher, 3/8........
- Page 43 Model 12211 & 12212 DRAWING 10 '° i HILLER/FURROWER - PART#12879 (Viewed from front of tiller) REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION QTY. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1900771001 Furrower Blade........9725 Carriage Bolt, 3/8-16 x 1-112..... 1186098 1100243 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4 ....Lockwasher, 3/8, plated ....
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Page 44: Customerserviceinformation
CUSTOMERSERVICEINFORMATION CustomerService and Technical Service OwnerRegistrationCard Pleasefill out and mail the enclosed owner If you havequestions or problems with the registration card. The purpose of this card is unit, contact your local dealer or the factory. to register each unit at the factory so that we (When calling or writing, provide the can provide you with warranty benefits and Model/Serial Numbers of the unit.)