Tine Clutch Operation - Honda FR600 Owner's Manual

Tine clutch operation
The tine clutch engages and disengages the tine drive.
Release the main clutch lever before operating the tine clutch lever.
Move the tine clutch lever forward to engage the tine drive for tilling.
The tines will start to rotate when you push the main clutch lever
down against the handlebar. The tines will stop when you release the
main clutch lever.
Move the tine clutch lever back to disengage the tine drive for
propelling the tiller to and from the work area ; the tines will not rotate
when the main clutch is operated.
Engage the tine clutch with the transmission in any forward gear (1, 2,
3).
Do not engage the tine clutch with the transmission in neutral (N). The
tines and wheels must both be driven for good tilling control. Wheel
traction helps to prevent the tiller from surging forward when the tines
hit hard ground.
The tine clutch lever cannot be moved to the engaged position while
the gear shift lever is in reverse (R).
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