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Agri-Fab ® OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. 45-03081 5 HP UNIVERSAL TOW BEHIND TILLER CAUTION: • Assembly Read Rules for • Operation Safe Operation • Customer Responsibilities and Instructions • Service and Adjustment Carefully • Repair Parts the fastest way to purchase parts Printed in U.S.A.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ......11-12 SAFETY RULES............3 STORAGE ..............12 ASSEMBLY...............4-5 TROUBLESHOOTING..........13 OPERATION.............6-8 REPAIR PARTS ............14-16 MAINTENANCE .............9-10 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE ....Rear Cover 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 ar- rester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE UNIT FROM TO INSTALL THE TILLER CARTON GAUGE WHEELS • Cut from top to bottom all four corners of the carton • Assemble Gauge Wheels onto the Rear Axle with the and lay panels flat. (See Fig. 1) extended end of Hub facing inward.
ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL (WHEEL) WEIGHTS TO TILLER NOTE: Weights are not furnished with the Tiller. 30 lb. tractor wheel weights may be purchased to mount to the Tiller if extra weight is required. (Refer to the Operation section of this manual.) •...
OPERATION FIG. 5 RECOIL START HANDLE - used to start the engine SAFETY SWITCH - prevents engine from starting while tine clutch lever is engaged THROTTLE CONTROL - controls engine speed LIFT HANDLE - selects tilling or transport position by FUEL SHUT OFF - shuts of fuel to engine moving gage wheels CHOKE CONTROL - used when starting a cold engine...
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OPERATION The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spec- tacles or standard safety glasses.
OPERATION TRANSPORTING YOUR TILLER TRANSPORTING YOUR TILLER AROUND THE YARD AROUND THE YARD • Pull forward on lift handle until it locks in the up, • Pull forward on lift handle until it locks in the up, transport position. transport position. AROUND TOWN AROUND TOWN •...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Refer to the engine manual for instructions on engine maintenance. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Fill in dates as you complete regular service. Service Dates Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Service air cleaner precleaner Service air cleaner cartridge Replace spark plug Clean cooling system Check valve clearance Check for loose fasteners...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or before performing any repairs or maintenance. Check oil level before each use and every 8 hours. • • Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate en- gine manual.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Shut off (disengage) the Tine Clutch Lever, the Tiller Engine and the Tractor Engine before making any repairs. TO REPLACE V-BELT Replace V-belt if it has been damaged considerably from slipping under heavy loads or if it show cracks or frayed edges.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SPARE TINE DRIVE BOLTS WARNING: Shut off (disengage) the Tine Clutch Lever, the Tiller Engine and the Tractor Engine before making any repairs. • The Tiller drive components are protected from damage by (shearable) Grade 5 hex bolts in the Tine Assemblies.
TROUBLESHOOTING Follow the instructions in the "Service & Storage" section of the Engine Manual when performing any work on the Engine.
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 45-03081 5 HP TOW BEHIND TILLER...
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 45-03081 5 HP TOW BEHIND TILLER Ref. Part Qty. Ref. Part Qty. Number Description Req. Number Description Req. 1263020279-E1 Engine 43054 Bolt, 3/8-16 x 2" 48346 Guide - Belt 47600 Bolt, Hex 5/16-24 x 1" 43085 Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"...
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REPAIR PARTS FOR MODEL 45-03081 5 HP TOW BEHIND TILLER Ref. Part Qty. No. Number Description Req. HA20344 Dust Cap 43064 Locknut, 5/16-18 * HA20123 Flange & Bearing Assy HA20122 Gasket, Flange 43013 Locknut, 1/4-20 Hex * HA20120 Drive Housing & Bearing Assy - LH...