EarthQuake 14318 (CE) Operator's Manual

EarthQuake 14318 (CE) Operator's Manual

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Product #'s:
26750
14318 (CE)
Operator's Manual
Original Operating Instructions
VECTOR™
Compact Tiller
GAS/OIL
RATIO
50:1
© 2013 Ardisam, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
P/N: 13278
ECN: 9532
REV4: 01/16/13

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions VECTOR™ Compact Tiller GAS/OIL RATIO 50:1 Product #’s: 26750 14318 (CE) P/N: 13278 ECN: 9532 REV4: 01/16/13 Get parts online at © 2013 Ardisam, Inc. www.getearthquake.com All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Declaration of Conformity ..........................................23 FEDERAL EMISSION INFORMATION Earthquake warrants to the retail purchaser, that this compact tiller was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of initial sale to all applicable regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
  • Page 3: Warnings And Safety Precautions

    • Read and follow all safety instructions. WARNING • Carefully follow all assembly instructions. • Maintain the machine according to directions and schedule WARNING INDICATES A HAZARD WHICH, IF NOT included in this Earthquake operator’s manual. AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS IN- JURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. • Ensure that anyone who uses the machine is familiar with all controls and safety precautions. SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES...
  • Page 4 The tines of the tiller should not rotate when the engine footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run. is idling. If they do rotate when engine is idling, contact Earthquake customer service for instructions. • Watch for traffic when operating near, or when crossing roads.
  • Page 5 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller • Tines rotate when the tiller is engaged; tines rotate when the WARNING drive safety control lever is pulled down. Releasing the drive safety control lever to the neutral position stops the tines. ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODOR- •...
  • Page 6 • Use only original equipment parts from Earthquake, including all nuts and bolts. Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 7: Safety Decals

    Type: Decal REV: local dealer and US customers can order by calling Earthquake customer service. These safety labels are easily applied, and will Born: 100611 act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others who may use the equipment. Follow the safety instructions necessary for...
  • Page 8: Unpacking And Assembly

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR RO- TOTILLER ARE DETERMINED FROM THE 1. Open top of carton and remove handlebar assembly. OPERATING POSITION AS YOU FACE THE 2.
  • Page 9 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller 5. Assemble tine shield extensions using six (6) M6 bolts and six (6) nylock nuts. SEE FIGURE 4 6. Assemble tines to unit. Sharp edges of tines will be away from the operator at the top or facedown at front of machine. Fasten outer tines to the inner tines using the 8mm x 40mm lock pins already affixed to the inner tines.
  • Page 10: Features

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller FEATURES drive safety control lever adjustable forward cable adjustable handlebar height adjustable depth regulator transport wheels tines SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE DISPLACEMENT 99cc TILLING WIDTH 11 in., 16 in., 21 in. TILLING DEPTH 11 in. TINE SPEED 178 rpm WHEEL SIZE 8”...
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller OPERATION CAUTION CONTROLS THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED HERE ONLY TO INTRODUCE THE CONTROLS. DO NOT START THE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER ENGINE AT THIS TIME. STARTING AND OPERATING Engage tines into forward, releasing returns machine to neutral. INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN ON PAGE 11.
  • Page 12 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller PRE-START INSPECTION IMPORTANT 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE are secure. HANDLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN 2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING.
  • Page 13: Maintenance And Storage

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller OPERATING SPEED DANGER For normal tilling, set the throttle lever to FAST. E N G I N E A N D S U R R O U N D I N G PA R T S B E CO M E SHUTTING DOWN EXTREMELY HOT DURING NORMAL USE AND WILL To stop the engine at any time, turn the On/Off switch to the...
  • Page 14 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller SERVICING THE ROTOTILLER WARNING The following information will help you make the necessary checks and perform the procedures required to follow the normal C H E C K F O RWA R D B E LT T E N S I O N R E G U L A R LY. care recommendations made for your rototiller unit.
  • Page 15 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller ENGINE MAINTENANCE WARNING Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEAR BY AREAS MAY provides detailed information and a maintenance schedule for EXCEED 150°...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting And Repair

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR WARNING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST BE While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND SPARK of your rototiller, prolonged or constant use may eventually PLUG WIRE MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND SECURED require that service be performed to allow it to continue oper- BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR.
  • Page 17: Parts Breakdown

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller PARTS BREAKDOWN HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY PARTS EXPLOSION AND PARTS LIST REF. NO. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 18135 BOLT M8 X 1.25 X 25 SFH GR8.8 ZN 3245 WASHER M8 8.4MM X 24MM X 2.2MM ZN 64132 NUT M8 X 1.25 HSF 18011 STRAP HANDLE BAR MIDDLE...
  • Page 18 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller ENGINE ASSEMBLY PARTS EXPLOSION Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 19 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller ENGINE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST REF. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 53617 ARM FORWARD REAR TINE 13364 FORWARD IDLER PULLEY 10MM 332033 BOLT M10 X 1.5 X 50 HHCS W1265V0915 BOLT M8 X 25 HHCS W1265V0904 BOLT M8 X 1.25 X 20 HHCS 18008 BUSHING 16.4MM X 22MM X 21.5MM 38397...
  • Page 20 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller CHASSIS ASSEMBLY PARTS EXPLOSION AND PARTS LIST 14 22 23 17 REF. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 18004 WELDMENT VECTOR FRAME 18103 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 40 HH GR 8.8 ZN 331052 NUT M12 X 1.75 HH NYLCK GR8.8 ZN 13366...
  • Page 21 Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY PARTS EXPLOSION AND PARTS LIST 25 23 REF. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 13610 WORM DRIVESHAFT 20MM OD 13615 GEAR BRASS 25MM ID 6MM KEY FT 8924 RING RETAINING EXTERNAL 3/4 INCH 13590 BUSHING 26MM X 20.22MM X 6.6MM 13619...
  • Page 22: Warranty

    FRONT TINE ROTOTILLERS Warranty Terms and Conditions PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this EARTHQUAKE to be free from ™ VECTOR™ COMPACT TILLER defects in the material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the one-year warranty of this product, Ardisam will furnish, at their discretion, parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
  • Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity

    Operator's Manual VECTOR™ Compact Tiller Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.com or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5...
  • Page 24 Earthquake®, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@ardisam.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.

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