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OWNER'SMANUAL

Tiller/Edger

• Safety• Assembly• Features and Controls

• Operation• Maintenance• Parts List

GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED

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Dear Owner:

Congratulationson your purchaseof a Tiller/EdgerwithEdgerAttachment. It has beendesigned, engineeredandmanufactured to give you the best possible dependabilityandperformance.

Pleasecarefully readthis Manual which provides informationon how to safely and easily set-up, operate and maintain yourmachine. Besure thatyou and any other operators carefullyfollow the recommended safety practices at all times. Failureto do so could result in personal injury or property damage.

If you should ever have any problems or questions, pleasecontact your local authorized service dealer or call the Factory.Seethe backcover of this Manual for Customer Service infor-mation.

We want to be sure that you arecompletely satisfied at alltimes.

See Back Cover forCustomer Service Information

SafetyAlert Symbol

_ his is a safety alert symbol. It is used in thismanual and on the unit to alert you to potential haz-ards. When you seethis symbol, readand obey themessagethat follows it. Failureto obey safety mes-

sagescould result in personal injury or property damage.

This machine meets voluntary safety standardB71.8 - 1996, which is sponsored by the OutdoorPower Equipment Institute, Inc., and is published bythe American National Standards Institute.

WARNINGThe engine exhaust from this product contains chemi-cals known to the State of California to cause cancer,birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Table of Contents

SECTION1: SAFETY........................................... 3

Training....................................................................... 3Preparation................................................................. 3Operation.................................................................... 4Maintenance/Storage.................................................. 4

SECTION2: ASSEMBLY........................................ 5

Unpacking Instructions ............................................... 5Assembly Steps.......................................................... 5

SECTION3: FEATURESANDCONTROLS..................... 7

SECTION4: OPERATION...................................... 8

Pre-start Preparation.................................................. 8Stopping and Starting the Engine............................... 8Tilling and Cultivating ................................................. 9

Using the EdgerAttachment ....................................... 10Attachments ............................................................... 10

SECTION5: MAINTENANCE.................................. 11

EquipmentMaintenance ............................................. 11

EngineMaintenance ................................................... 11Tine Removaland Installation..................................... 12

Storage....................................................................... 13Troubleshooting.......................................................... 14Safetyand Operating Decals....................................... 14

PARTSLIST ..................................................... 15

INDEX............................................................ 19

CUSTOMERSERVICEINFORMATION.............. BACKCOVER

TOAVOIDINJURY:

• READTHEOPERATOR'SMANUAL.• KNOWLOCATIONANDFUNCTIONOFALL CONTROLS.

• KEEPALL SAFETYDEVICESAND SHIELDS IN PLACEANDWORKING,

• NEVERALLOWCHILDRENOR UNINSTRUCTEDADULTSTOOPERATEMACHINE.

• SHUT OFF ENGINEAND DISCONNECTSPARKPLUG WIREBEFORE MANUALLY UNCLOGGING TINES OR MAKINGREPAIRS,

• KEEPBYSTANDERSAWAYFROM MACHINE.• KEEPAWAYFROM ROTATINGPARTS.

• USE EXTREMECAUTIONWHEN REVERSINGOR PULLINGTHEMACHINETOWARDSYOU.

SafetySPARKARRESTERWARNINGTO RESIDENTSOF CALIFORNIAAND SEVERALOTHERSTATES

Under California law, and under the laws of severalother states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engineusing hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, hay,grain, or grass covered land; or land covered by any flammable agricultural cropwithout an enginespark arrester in continuous effective working order.

The engineon the unit is an internal combustion enginewhich burns gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel, and must be equippedwith aspark arrester muffler in continuous effective working order. The spark arrester must be attachedto the engine exhaust system insuch a manner that flames or heatfrom the system will not ignite flammable material. Failureof the owner/operator of the unit tocomply with this regulation is a misdemeanor under California law (and other states) and may also bea violation of other stateand/or federal regulations, laws, ordinances or codes. Contactyour local fire marshal or forest service for specific informationabout which regulations apply in your area.

TRAINING

• Readthis Owner's Manual and the sep-arate EngineOwner's Manual very care-fully before operating this equipment. Becompletely familiar with the controls andthe proper use of the equipment. Knowhow to stop the unit and disengagethecontrols quickly. A replacement Manualis availableby contacting your authorizeddealeror the Factory.• Neverallow children or untrainedadults to usethis equipment. Let adultsoperate the unit only if instructedproperly.

• Keepthe areaof operation clear of allpersons, particularly small children andpets. Keepbystanders at least 25 feetfrom the areaof operation.

• Keepin mind that the operator or useris responsible for accidents or hazardsoccurring to other people,their propertyandthemselves.

• Familiarizeyourself with all of thesafety and operating decals on this equip-ment and on any of its attachments oraccessories.

• Do not run engine in an enclosedarea.Engineexhaust contains carbonmonoxide gas, a deadly poison that isodorless, colorless, and tasteless. Do notoperate this equipment near buildings,windows, or air conditioning equipment.

• Do not allow hands or any other part ofthe body or clothing near the rotatingtines or near any other moving part. Thetines begin to rotate forward once theengine is started and the Throttle/TinesLever is squeezed. The tines continue torotate until the operator releasestheThrottle/Tines Lever.

• Before inspecting or servicing any partof the equipment, shut off engine, makesure all moving parts havecome to acomplete stop, then disconnect spark

plug wire from spark plug and move wireawayfrom the plug.

• Do not operate this equipment if you areunder the influenceof alcohol, medication,or when you aretired or ill.

PREPARATION

• Thoroughly inspect the areawhere theequipment is to be used and remove allforeign objects.• Make sure that the Throttle/Tines Leveris releasedand is in the neutral positionbefore you begin to start the engine.

• Do not operate the machinewithoutwearing adequateouter garments. Avoidloose garments or jewelry that could getcaught in moving parts of the machine orits engine.

• Do not operate the equipment whenbarefoot or when wearing sandals,sneakers,or similar lightweight footwear.Wear protective footwear that will protectyour feet and improve footing on allsurfaces.

• Wear approved safety glasses when op-erating this equipment. The operation ofany powered machinecan result in for-eign objects being thrown by high-speedrotating parts.

• Do not till near underground electriccables,telephone lines, pipes, or hoses.If in doubt, contact your utility or tele-phone company to locate undergroundservices.

• Handlefuel with care. It is highlyflammable and has explosive vapors.Takethese precautions:

a. Usean approved fuel container.

b. Addfuel before starting the engine.Neverremovethe cap of the fuel tankor add fuel while the engine is runningor when the engine is hot. Operatorsshall not smoke.

c. Keepmatches, cigarettes, cigars,pipes, open flames, and sparks awayfrom the fuel tank and fuel container.

d. Fill fuel tank outdoors and with ex-treme caution. Neverfill fuel tankwhen indoors. Usea funnel or spoutto prevent spillage.

e. Replaceall fuel tank and fuel containercapssecurely.

f. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to startthe engine, but movethe machineawayfrom the area of spillage and avoid cre-ating any source of ignition until fuelvapors havedissipated.

• Nevermake adjustments to your equip-ment when the engine is running or sparkplug wire is connected (unless specificallyrecommended in Owner's Manual).

OPERATION

Operator's Position

LEFTand RIGHTsides of the tiller are

from the operator'spositionbehind thehandlebars(unlessnoted otherwise).

• The correct operator's position is whenyou arestanding behind and grippinghandlebar,facing forward toward theengine. Do not leavethis position whileusing the Throttle/Tines Lever.

• Do not put hands or feet nearor underrotating parts.

Section1: Safety

• Exerciseextreme caution when on orcrossing gravel drives, walks or roads.Stay alert for hidden hazardsor traffic.Do not carry passengers.

• After striking a foreign object, stop theengine, let all moving parts come to acomplete stop, disconnect the spark plugwire and prevent it from touching thespark plug, then carefully inspect the ma-chine for damage. Repairthe damagebefore restarting andoperating themachine.

• Exercisecaution to avoid slipping orfalling.• If the machine should start to vibrateabnormally, stop the engine. Disconnectthe spark plug wire and prevent it fromtouching the plug. Check immediately forthe cause. Vibration is generally awarning of trouble. Fix the problembefore using the equipment again.

• Stop the engine, disconnect the sparkplug wire and prevent it from touching thespark plug wheneveryou leavethe equip-ment, before unclogging the tines, orwhen making any repairs, adjustments orinspections.

• Takeall possible precautions whenleaving the machine unattended. Alwaysstop the engine. Disconnect the sparkplug wire and prevent it from touching theplug.

• Before cleaning, repairing, or in-specting, stop the engineand make cer-tain all moving parts havestopped. Dis-connect the spark plug wire and prevent itfrom touching the spark plug to avoid ac-cidental starting.

• Neveroperate equipment withoutproper guards, plates, or other protectivesafety devices in place.

• Do not run the engine in an enclosedarea. The exhaust fumes from the enginecontain extremely dangerous carbonmonoxide gas. This gas is colorless,odorless, tasteless and deadly poisonous.

• Keepchildren and pets away.

• Beawarethat the equipment may unex-pectedly bounce upward or jump forwardif the tines should strike extremely hardpackedsoil, frozen ground, or buried ob-staclessuch as largestones, roots orstumps. If you are in doubt about thetilling conditions, always use the fol-lowing operating precautions to assistyou in maintaining control of theequipment:

a. Stand behind the equipment, usingboth hands on the handlebars. Relaxyour arms, but use a securehandgrip.

b. Start tilling at shallow depths, workinggradually deeper with each pass.

c. Clearthe tilling areaof all largestones,roots, and other debris.

d. In an emergency,stop the tines by re-leasing the Throttle/Tines Lever on thehandlebar. To stop the engine, movethe engineOn/Off switch to OFE

• Do not overload the machine's capacityby attempting to till too deeply at too fasta rate.

• Neveroperate the equipment on slip-pery surfaces. Look behind and use carewhen backing up.

• Do not operate the equipment on aslope that is too steep for safety. Whenon slopes, slow down and makesure youhave good footing.

• Neverallow bystandersnear the unit.

• Only use attachmentsand accessoriesthat are factory-approved.

• Neveroperate the equipment withoutgood visibility or good light.

• Neveroperate the unit if you aretired,or under the influence of alcohol, drugs,or medication.

• Do not tamper with the engine gov-ernor settings on the machine; the gov-ernor controls the maximum safeoper-ating speedand protects the engine andall other moving parts from damagecausedby engine overspeed. Authorizedservice shall be sought if a problemexists.

• Do not touch engineparts which maybe hot from operation. Allow parts tocool before inspecting, cleaning orrepairing.

• Remember:you can stop the tines byreleasingthe Throttle/Tines Lever. Movethe engine On/Off switch to OFFto shutthe engine off.

• Never transport this machinewhen theengine is running.• Terminals and non-insulated electricalparts shall be protected against shortingduring normal servicing, refueling orlubrication.

• Useextreme caution when reversing orpulling the machinetoward you.

• Start the engine carefully according toinstructions and with feet well awayfromthe tines.

MAINTENANCE/STORAGE

• Keepthe tiller, attachments and acces-sories in safeworking condition.

• Checkall nuts, bolts, and screws at fre-quent intervals for proper tightness to besure equipment is in safeworkingcondition.

• Neverstore equipment with fuel in fueltank inside a building where fumes mayreach an open flame or spark (hot waterand spaceheaters, furnaces, clothesdryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.).

• Allow the engineto cool before storingthe equipment.

• Keep the engine free of grass, leaves,or greaseto reducethe chance of afirehazard.

• Store gasoline in a cool, well-ventilatedarea,safely awayfrom any spark- orflame-producing equipment. Store gaso-line in an approved container, safely awayfrom the reach of children.

• Neverperform maintenancewhenengine is running or spark plug wire isconnected unless instructed to do so.

• If fuel tank must be drained, do sooutdoors.

• Follow manufacturer's recommenda-tions for safe loading, unloading, trans-port and storage of machine.

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2 Assembly

To prevent personal injury or propertydamage, donot startthe engineuntil allassembly steps are complete and youhave read andunderstandthe safetyandoperatinginstructionsin this manual.

INTRODUCTION

Readthese instructions in their entiretybefore you attempt to assemble or op-erateyour new equipment.

The Border/EdgerAttachment (H, Figure5) does not needto be installed until youare readyto do edging projects (refer toinstructions in this Section).IMPORTANT:Thecorrect mixture of un-leadedautomotive gasoline and two-cyclemotor oil (a 24:1 ratio of gasoline to two-cycle oil) must be addedto the fuel tankbefore starting the engine. Seeinstruc-tions in this Section.

UNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONS

1. Inspect your machine immediately. Ifyou find or suspect damageto the cartonor contents, contact your local authorizeddealeror the Factory for assistance.

2. Removeany packing material. Checkfor small parts before discarding thepacking material. Loose parts include thefollowing:

(1) Wheel (for edging)(1) EdgerTine(2) *Long Bushings(1) *Short Bushing

* Packedin a separateplastic bag.

3. Perform the assembly on a clean, levelsurface. Becareful not to severely bendany of the control cables on the unit.

4. Beforestartingany assemblysteps,disconnectthe engine sparkplugwirefrom the spark plug.

ASSEMBLYSTEPSSTEP 1: Unfold and

Adjust Handlebars

IMPORTANT: Becareful not to pinch anywires or cables while unfolding and ad-justing the handlebars.

1. Loosen the two handlebarknobs (A,Figure 1) and unfold the handlebars intothe operating position. Do not useforce-- if there is binding, continue to loosenthe knobs.

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Figure 1: Loosenhandlebarknobsandunfoldhandlebars. Slideplastic ties to thelocationsshown.

2. Thereare two height settings holes inthe upper handlebar.The unit is shippedwith the handlebarknobs in the lowestheight setting holes. If this height is cor-rect for you, simply tighten the two han-dlebar knobs. If a higher setting is de-sired, reposition the handlebarknobs,mounting screws and washers in theother set of holes.

3. Checkthe locations of the three plasticties (C,Figure 1). Theties must be posi-tioned as shown.

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NOTE:There isjust one handlebarstorageposition - folded over the engineas origi-nally shipped.

STEP 2: Inspectand Tighten Hardware

Checkall nuts, bolts and screws on yourunit and tighten as needed. NOTE:Usea7/16" socket with an extension to checkhardware at ends of handlebar.

ToolsNeeded to Checkfor LooseHardware:

• AdJustablewrench• Slotted-headscrewdriver

• Phillips-head screwdriver• 7/16" socket and extension

IMPORTANT:Do not tighten engine gov-ernor screw (D, Figure 2). It is factory-adjustedfor proper engineoperation.

• Gasoline and its vapors are highlyflammable and explosive. Keepgaso-line away from possible ignitionsources.

• Do not smoke while mixing the gaso-line and two-cycle oil together orwhen filling the fuel tank.

• Never fill fuel tankwhenengine is run-ningor hot.

Failure to follow these precautionscouldresult in the fuel igniting, causing per-sonal injuryor propertydamage.

STEP 3: Add a Mixture of Gasoline

and Two-Cycle Oil to the Fuel Tank

IMPORTANT:Readthe separateEngineOwner's Manual before starting theengine.

1. Use clean, highquality2-cycle oil,NMMA TC-WII orTC-W3. DO NOTUSEMULTI-VISCOSITYOIL!

2. Usefresh, clean, unleadedregular,unleadedpremiumor reformulatedau-tomotivegasolineonly. DO NOTUSELEADEDGASOLINE.

NOTE:Do not use gasoline containingmethanol (wood alcohol). Fuel containingup to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to15% MTBE(Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether)may be used, but requires specialcarewhen the engine is not used for extendedperiods. See"STORAGE"instructions inEngineOwner's Manual for additional in-formation.

3. The fuel/oil mix ratio is 24:1 with theuse of a NMMA classifiedoil. For newengines, use twice the normal oil quantityfor the first gallon of fuel. NOTE:Duetodifferences in fuel and oil availabilityworldwide, Tecumsehrecommends a16:1 mix ratio if NMMA oil is notavailable.

Figure2: Do not adjust or tightenthe enginegovernorscrew.

Section2: Assembly

Chart 1: FUEL MIXTURE(Mixture Ratio is 24 parts gasoline to

1 part two-cycle oil)

U.S. Gas U.S. Oil

1 Gal. 5 oz.

2 Gal. 11 oz.

Metric Petrol Metric Oil

4 liters 167 ml8 liters 333 ml

4. Donot mix fuel directly inenginefueltank. Always use a clean, safety-ap-proved fuel container.• ToMix:

A. Fill a clean,approved container onequarter full with recommendedgasoline.

B. Add recommended amount of oil perChart 1: FUELMIXTURE.

C.Screw cap on container and shakevigorously. Then unscrew cap andfill container with gasoline perChart 1: FUELMIXTURE. Screw oncap and shakeagain. Once mixed,oil and gasoline will not separate.

Fill Fuel Tank:

1. Enginemustbe cool. Cleanareaaround fuel tank cap and removecap.Inserta clean funnel intothe fuel tank.

2. Slowly pour gasoline/oil mixture intofuel tank. Fill tank no higher than 1/2"from top of tank to allow for gasoline ex-pansion. Install fuel cap and clean up anyfuel spills.

Contact with rotating tines or othermoving parts can cause serious per-sonal injury.

Before installing or removing attach-ments,or adjustingor servicingthe ma-chine, stop the engine, let all movingparts come to a complete stop, discon-nect the spark plug wire and move thewire away fromthe sparkplug.

STEP 4: To Make Borders and Edges,Install the Edger Attachment

Tocreate borders or edges nearwalks,driveways, flower beds, etc., you mustremovethe four tine sections and installthe EdgerAttachment (this attachmentwas supplied with the unit - see Page5).

To Install the EdgerAttachment:

1. Gathertogether the following parts(see Figure 4): (A) Border/EdgerTine; (B)Long Bushing; (C) Border/EdgerWheeland (D) Short Bushing.

2. Prop the machine carefully on the frontof the tubular carrying handle. Theworksurface should befirm and flat. NOTE:Usually the Border/Edger Tine is mountedon the right-side of the unit for right-handedpersons, and on the left-side ofthe unit for left-handed persons.

3. Flip open the ring on the two ring lockpins (E, Figures3 and 4) and remove thering lock pin on eachtine shaft.

IMPORTANT:The ring lock pin is underspring tension - use carewhen removingor replacing the ring lockpin.

4. It is importantfor proper tilling perfor-mancethat the tine sections be later rein-stalled in their original patterns. Marktheposition of eachtine section (Left-Outer,Left-inner, etc.) before removingthem.Referto Figures3 and 9 for tine patterninformation.Seealso TineRemovalandInstallationinSection 5.

5. Install the short bushing (D, Figure4)on the right-hand or left-hand tine shaft.Then place the Border/Edgerwheel (C) on

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Figure 3: Removering lockpins and tinesfrom bothsides of the tineshaft. Keep leftand right-side tines separated andmarkedfor easier reinstallation.

the same shaft - the wheel hub shouldfacetoward the tiller. Insert the ring lockpin through the rounded side of the tineshaft and snap the ring down over theshaft (see DETAIL- Ring Lock Pin,Figure 4).

6. Slidethe long bushing (B) on the op-posite side shaft. Then install theBorder/Edgertine (A) and secure it withthe ring lock pin.

SeeSection 4 for instructions on usingthe Border/EdgerAttachment.See TineRemoval and Installation in Sec-tion 5 for information on how to reinstallthe tines.

DETAIL - Ring Lock Pin

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Figure 4: TheBerder/Edgertine (A)can he mountedon left or rightsides of machine (with longbushingB). The Border/Edgerwheel(C) mountson the otherside (with shortbushingD).

3 Features and ControlsKNOWYOUREQUIPMENT

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR EQUIPMENT.location and function of all features and controls on the equipment. Save this manual for future reference.

Know the

Beforeoperating your machine, carefully read and under-standall safety, controls,and operatinginstructionsinthisManual, the separate Engine Owner's Manual and on thedecalson the machine,

Failure to follow these instructionscan result in seriouspersonal injury,

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Figure5: Featuresandcontrols.ENGINEDETAIL

HandlebarHeightAdjustment Knob(B, Figure 5)Twoheight settings, plus a storage position are available.Refer to Assembly Steps, STEP 1 in Section 2 for adjustmentinstructions.

Tilling DepthAdjustmentKnob(C, Figure 5)Loosening the knob enablesyou to move the wheel bracket(K) up or down on the height adjustment bar (L). Thiscon-trols the tilling depth.

IMPORTANT:Do not movethe wheel bracket any higher thanthe top of the adjustment bar.

AdjustableTine Patterns(D, Figure5)The four tJnesections areassembled at the factory for max-imum performance under a wide variety of conditions. Ifneeded,the tines can bearranged for narrower tilling or closecultivating. The tines can also be arrangedto till very stonysoil. SeeAdjusting TinePatterns in Section 4 for details.

CarryingHandle(E, Figure5)When the handlebar is folded in the storage position the unitcan be carried by the carrying handle. Thecarrying handlealso serves as a tie-down anchor point.

EdgerAttachment (H, Figure5)Usethis separateattachment to createborders or edgesalong walks, driveways, flower beds,etc. SeeSection 4 fordetails on installing and using this attachment.

Engine Controls

EngineOn/OffSwitch(A, Figure5)Usethe engineOn/Off Switch to start or stop the engine. SeeStarting and Stopping the Engine in Section 4 and the EngineOwner's Manual for details.

Throttle/TinesLever(G, Figure 5)Squeezethis leverto start tJnerotation and to vary the tJnespeed. Releasethe leverto stop all tine motion. See Startingand Stopping the Engine in Section 4 for details.

IMPORTANT: Do not squeezethis leverwhen starting theengine.

EngineRecoil Start Rope(F, Figure 5)Usethe recoil start ropeto start the engine. See StartingandStopping the Engine in Section 4 and the EngineOwner'sManual for details.

Fuel Primer Bulb(M, Figure 5)Usethe fuel primer bulb to help start the engine under certainconditions. See Starting and Stopping the Engine in Section4 and the EngineOwner's Manual for details.

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4 Operation

Before operatingthe unit carefully readand understandall safety, control andoperating instructions in this Manual,the separate Engine Owner's Manualandthe decals on the machine,

Failure to follow these instructionscanresult in seriouspersonal injury,

PRE-STARTPREPARATION

Before starting the engine, perform thefollowing checks and services:

1. Disconnect the spark plug wire fromthe spark plug.

2. Movethe engineOn/Off switch to theOFFposition.

3, Checkthe three plastic cable ties (J,Figure 5). Besure that cables andties arepositioned as shown. Do not kink orpinch the control cables in the handlebar.

4. AdJusthandlebar height to desired po-sition (see Assembly Steps, STEP 1: inSection 2).

5. Checkhardware for tightness.

GASOLINEIS HIGHLYFLAMMABLEANDITSVAPORSAREEXPLOSIVE.

Follow the gasoline safety rules in thisManual (Section 1) and in the separateEngineOwner'sManual,

Failure to follow gasolinesafety instruc-tions can result in serious personalinjuryand propertydamage,

6. Add the correct fuel mixture (see As-sembly Steps, STEP3: in Section 2).

7. Adjust the tilling depth as follows:

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Loosentilling depth adjustmentknob (A, Figure 6).

Move wheel bracket (B, Figure 6)up in relation to the height ad-justment bar (C). Moving thebracket upward results in shal-lower tilling, which is recom-mended for initial use.

C,

IMPORTANT:Do not movethewheel bracket any higher than thetop of the adjustment bar.

Retightenthe depth adjustmentknob.

8. Reconnectthe spark plug wire.

STOPPINGANDSTARTINGTHE ENGINE

Stopping the Engine

Tostop the engine, move the engineOn/Off Switch (A, Figure 5) to the OFFposition.

Starting the Engine

Do not squeeze the Throttle/TinesLeverwhile startingengine.

Tines maypropel the machineforward ifthe engine speed is advancedfrom idle.Failure to complycan result in personalinjury or propertydamage.

1, Move engineOn/Off Switch to ON.

2, Determinewhich of the next threestarting conditions to use:

FirstTime Starting:Usethis starting method to start a newengine for the first time, or after run-ning out of gas, or after extendedstorage. Usethumb and forefinger tosqueezethe side of the primer bulb thatis in line with the light colored rib onthe primer body, as shown in Figure 7(High-Volume Priming Position).Squeezethe primer bulb six (6) times.This process removes air from thepriming system. As fuel enters thepriming system, the priming action willfeel more firm.

Figure 7

High-VolumePrimingPosition

Position

ColdStarting:Use this starting method after the unithas been sitting or has beenin briefstorage, and has fuel in the tank. Usethe Standard-VolumePriming Position(Figure 7) and push in top of primerbulb two (2) times for above 55°1:,orthree (3) times if below 55OE

Warm Starting:Do not use the primer to restart theengineafter it has beenstopped afterrunning and has not cooled completely.

3. Stand with your feet posi-tioned safely awayfrom thetines (Figure 8). Hold theupper handlebarwith onehand. Usethe other handto pull the recoil start ropeout slowly until you feelresistance. Let roperewind slowly. Then,quickly pull the rope allthe way out. Do thisup to ten (10) times.Let the start roperewind slowly andcompletely each time.

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Section4: Operation

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Figure 9: "A" - all four tine gangs in standardpattem; "B" - two outergangs removed for narrow tilling; "C" - the two inner gangs havebeen swappedfor stonytilling conditions.

Allow the engineto warm up for severalseconds. If engine either fails to start orto continue running, push in primer bulbtwo (2) times. Grasp starter rope andpull with a rapid, full stroke, up to ten(10) times.

TROUBLESHOOTING:Push the primerbulb in two (2) more times. Using a rapidfull stroke, pull out the starting rope up toten (10) times. If enginestill does notstart, wait 15 minutes. Do not primeenginefurther. Graspstart rope and pullwith a rapid, full stroke up to ten (10)times.

TILLINGANDCULTIVATING

Keepawayfromrotatingtines. Rotatingtineswill causeseriouspersonalinjury.

Useyour machineto break up sod, pre-pare seedbedsand for cultivating in gar-dens and flower beds. It is easyto op-erate,but it is important that you start outslowly and readthis Sectionthoroughlybefore putting it to use. Let the machinedo most of the work. Thetines will pullthe machineforward, letting you adjustforward speed by pressing down or liftingthe handlebars.

1. Roll the machineto the work area.

2. Adjust the tilling depth to the desiredposition (see Pre-Start Preparation,pre-vious page).

3. Start the engine (see Stopping andStarting the Engine,previous page).

Stand behind the handlebar and pushdown on the bar to raise the tines off theground. Squeezethe Throttle/TinesLever- the engineshould speed up andthe tines start rotating. ReleasetheThrottle/TinesLever to return to idle, thetines should stop rotating or they mayrotate very slowly. Lowering them backto the ground should stop any rotation.

NOTE: If tines continue to rotate whenengine is idling, either the idle speed istoo high or the centrifugal clutch is mal-functioning. If this occurs, contact theFactoryor your local authorized dealer.

4. Squeezethe Throttle/TinesLevertostart the tines rotating. Lower the tines tobegin tilling. Firmlyhold the handlebar toprevent the machinefrom moving for-ward too quickly and to allow enoughtime for the tines to dig deeply enough.Adjust enginespeed to suit the tillingconditions. Rememberthat the rotatingtines helpto pull the machineforward.Useslower speedsand a shallow depthsetting when learning to use the unit andwheneveryou are tilling on hard, rough oruneven ground.

5. Do not try to till too deeply in the firstpass through sod or very hard ground. Ifthe machinejumps or bucks, use a shal-lower depth setting and reduce the enginespeed. With eachsuccessive pass, tillmore deeply.

6. Apply downward pressure on the han-dlebars for shallower tilling. Lilt the han-dlebars to dig more deeply. If the ma-chine stays andtills in one spot, tryswinging the handlebarsfrom side to sideto start moving forward again.

7. Foreasier tilling, water very hard soil afew days before tilling. Avoid workingsoggy or wet soil. Wait a day or two afterheavyrain for the ground to dry.

Cultivating1. Cultivating is shallow tilling that dis-rupts weeds and aeratesthe upper crustof soil.

2. Do not till deeper than 1"-2"to avoidinjuringnearby plant roots. Cultivateoften,so that weeds do not grow largeand cause needlesstangling in the tines.

3. With careful planning, you can spacethe seed rows far enough apart to allowsufficient room for the machineto culti-vate alter the plants have grown.

AdjustingTinePatternsDependingupon the tilling project, youhavea choice of three tine patterns:

Wide (Standard)Tine Pattern- Asshipped from the factory, the unit is setup for general tilling and cultivating. This10"wide tine pattern (the maximum tillingwidth) uses all four tine sections(A, Figure9). See TineRemovalandln-stallation in Section 5 for detailed informa-tion on how to set up this tine pattern.

Narrow Tine Pattern- Fora narrow,4-1/2" tilling width, removethe outsidetine section on the left- and right-sides(B, Figure9). See TineRemovaland In-stallation in Section 5 for detailed informa-tion on how to set up this tine pattern.

StonySoil Tine Pattern- When tillingdeeply instony soil, stones may becomejammed betweenthe inner tines and themachinehood. This pattern swaps thetwo inner tines to minimizejamming (c,Figure9). See Tinet?emovaland Installa-tion in Section 5 for detailed informationon how to set up this tine pattern.

Section4: Operation

Tilling Patterns1. When preparing a seedbed,go over the same path twice inthe first row, then overlap one-half the machinewidth on eachsuccessivepass (Figure 10).

2. Alter going up and down the rows in one direction, makesecond passesat a right angleacross the original passes(Figure 11). Again, overlap each pass to thoroughly pulverizethe entire seedbed area. In very hardground, it may take threeor four passes before the desired depth is achieved.

3. If your garden is not wide enough to till lengthwise andthencrosswise, then first overlap by one-half the machinewidth,followed by successive passes at one-quarter machinewidth.This overlapping method assures thorough tilling.

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JFigure 10: Use an overlaptechniqueon everypass.

Figure 11:Make a secondsetof passesat a right angle overthe firstset ofpasses.

USINGTHEEDGERATTACHMENT

TheEdgerAttachment makesclean, sharp edges next to walkways, driveways, paths, planted areas,patios, etc. SeeAssembly Steps, STEP4: in Section 2 for instructions on attaching this attachment.

Takeyour time when edging. Decidehow far awaythe edge is to be from the walk or drive, thenslowly proceed using the walk or drive as your sight line.

Other attachments arecan be purchasedseparately. SeeAttachments below for more details.

ATTACHMENTS

Thefollowing Tiller/Edger attachmentsare availablewhere the Tiller/Edgerwas purchased. Seeyour authorized dealeror contact theFactory for details.

Power Lawn Rake Attachment - Model 12575

ThePower Lawn Rakewill help keepyour lawn healthy andvigorous.Matted grass anddebris notonly looks unattractive, butstifles lawn growth andoverall health. This attach-ment mounts without toolsandfeatures dozensoftemperedsteel "fingers"that spring off the surfaceto penetrateand loosenmatted grass without disturbingroot growth. An 18"-wide swathcovers a large lawn areaquickly.

Lawn Aerator Attachment - Model 12574

Helps promote healthy,dense lawnsby aerating and loosening thesoil to contribute to better rootgrowth. Four tempered steeltines puncture the surfaceof the lawn, letting nutri-ents more easily reach theroots. Assembles withouttools. When mounted, ittakesthe place of thestandardtine sections.

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s Maintenance

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicingthe machine, shut off engine, let allmovingparts come to a complete stop,disconnectthe sparkplugwire and movethe wire away fromthe sparkplug.Failure to follow these instructionscanresult in personal injury or propertydamage.

EQUIPMENTMAINTENANCE

Transmission Maintenance

Thetransmission was lubricated at thefactory and should not require any furtherlubrication.

However,you should check the lubricantlevel after the first five (5) hours of opera-tion and every twenty-five (25) operatinghours thereafter. If needed,use a high-quality, automotive-grade petroleum-basegrease.

Before tipping engine or equipment toservice transmission, drain fuel fromtank by runningengine until fuel tank isempty.

Tocheckthe transmission:

1. Stop the engine, let it cool and discon-nect the spark plug wire.2. Placethe machine down on its left sideso the right end of the tine shaft faces up.

3. Removethe right-side tines (see TineRemoval and Installation in this Section).

4. Cleanthe transmission housing.

5. Removethe three threaded plugs (A, Band C,Figure 14) from the transmission.Lubricant should bevisible in the top two

0 \ c,'

'IFigure14:Transmissionlubricantcheckandfill locations.

REQUIREDMAINTENANCESCHEDULE

REQUIREDMAINTENANCE

Check Tightness of Bolts and Nuts

Clean Engine Cooling System

Check Transmission Lubricant

Service Air Filter

Inspect Spark Plug

Clean Machine

Clean Engine Exhaust Ports

(see Factory or authorized Dealer)

CleanTine Shaft

(1) - After first five (5) hours of use.

(2) - Clean daily when conditions areextremely dusty or dirty.

(3) - Check spark plug annually or every 100operating hours,

Before After Every Every EndEach Each 25 75 ofUse Use Hours Hours Season

. (1)

° (2)

Hardware

, (3)

o

Before each use,check that all hardwareis in place andtightened securely.

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holes (B and C). If so, replaceall threeplugs. If lubricant is needed,proceed asfollows.

To lubricatethe transmission:

1. Placethe nozzleof a standard greasegun (D, Figure14) firmly against the rimof the middle hole (B) and add greaseuntil it begins to seepfrom the bottomhole (A). Reinstallthe plug in the bottomhole (A). Next apply greaseto the top fillhole (C) until it begins to seepfrom themiddle hole (B). Reinstallthe plugs in themiddle (B) andtop (C) holes.

2. Before reinstalling the tines, use a finegradesandpaper to clean any rust off thetine shaft. Apply a few drops of oil to thetine shaft to makefuture tine removaleasier.

Other Lubrication Points• HandlebarAdjustment Knobs: Spray

occasionally with a silicone typelubricant.

• Throttle/TinesLeverCable: Squeezethelever closed and spray a lubricant intothe cable area.

• TineShaft: Alter each use,removethetines, clean the tine shaft with sandpaperand apply a light coatof oil to the tineshaft.

Engine LubricationThe engineis a two-cycle engine. Lubri-cation is provided by mixing two-cycle oilwith unleadedregular gasoline as de-scribed in the AssemblySection. At-tempting to operatethe engineon gaso-line alonewill causethe engineto over-heat andseizeup.

Engine Air FilterIt is extremely important that air filter ser-vice be performed according to the main-tenanceschedule. Refer to the separateEngineOwner's Manual for inspection andcleaning instructions.

IMPORTANT:Neverrun enginewithout airfilter assemblyproperly installed.

Carburetor Adjustment

Do not tamper with the engine governorscrewwhich is factory-setfor the properenginespeed, Overspeedingthe enginebeyond the factory high speed settingcan be dangerous and will void theengine warranty, Authorized serviceshall be soughtif a problemexists,

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Section5: Maintenance

ir !IiY_Vl-'I:_L_IIL_[fll Beforeinspecting,cleaning orservicingthe machine, shutoff engine, wait for movingparts to stop, dis-connectsparkplug wire and movewire awayfromsparkplug.

Failure to followthese instructionscan result in seriouspersonal injuryor propertydamage.

If the engine is running poorly or has lowpower while tilling, an adjustment to thecarburetor may solvethe problem. How-ever, first inspect and service the sparkplug andthe air filter before making acarburetor adjustment. If the enginecon-tinues to run poorly (and the fuel mixtureis fresh), proceedto the following carbu-retor adjustment instructions.This fac-tory-engineered instruction is designedtoprovide continued optimum engine oper-ating performance after the enginebreak-in period, which is approximately 5 to 10hours. The adjustment, when properlyperformed as described below, will notvoid the enginewarranty. A commonscrewdriver is needed. If you prefer,seean authorizedengine dealer foradjustment.

Prior to CarburetorAdjustment:

Thetemperatureof the muffler and adja-cent engine areas may exceed 150OF(65°C). Contactmaycauseburns. Avoidthese areas. Remove the spark pluglead andgroundthe lead to the enginetopreventaccidentalstarts and fires.

Failure to do this could cause personalinjury.

1. Let enginecool for 30 minutes beforecontinuing.

2. From the operator's position behind thehandlebars, lay the machinedown on itsleft side (muffler side).

CarburetorAdJustment:1. Locatethe carburetor idle mixturescrew (Figure 15). It is directly under theair filter and is black.Do Not AdJustSilver-ColoredScrew.2. Turn the black idle mixture screw 1/16of a turn clockwise.

3. Return the unit to its normal uprightoperating position and reconnect thespark plug wire.

If the enginecontinues to run poorly, con-tact an authorizedengine dealer.

Spark PlugInspect the spark plug annually or every100 operating hours according to the in-structions in the separate EngineOwner'sManual. Checkthat the gap is set at .030".For replacementuse Champion RCJ-6Yorequivalent (a resistor spark plug must beused for replacement).

Cooling SystemIt is important to frequently check andremove grass clippings, dirt and otherdebris that accumulateson the engine,cooling fins, air intakescreen and onleversand linkages. This helps to ensureadequateair cooling and correct enginespeed.

TINE REMOVALAND INSTALLATION

Avoid contactwith the cutting edges onthe tines.

To avoid personal injurywhen removingor installing tines, wear heavy workgloves. The engine must be off, allmoving parts stopped, and the sparkplug wire disconnectedfrom the sparkplugand movedaway from the plug.

The tines will wear with use and theyshould be replaced if tilling seems to takelonger than usual or if the soil is notbeing mixed as thoroughly. Also, in addi-tion to the standard 10"tilling width tineconfiguration, the tines can be arrangedin two other configurations: (1) A narrow,41/2"tilling width for smaller areasand (2)A special pattern for stony soil conditions.

Figure 16:Remove ring lockpin (A) to takeoff tines.

IMPORTANT:The ring lock pin (A, Figure16) is under spring tension - wear glovesto protect your fingers when removing orreplacing the ring lock pin.

Arranging Tines for Narrow Tilling1. Propthe machineforward so it restson the front of the tubular carryinghandle. The work surface should beflatandfirm.

2. Flip openthe ring (A, Figure16) on theleft side ring lock pin and remove the ringlock pin.

3. Removethe outer tine section (do notremove inner tine section) and mark it asto which side it is from (left or right) andwhether it's an outer or inner tine section.

4. Slide one of the long bushings (B,Figure 17), provided with the unit, ontothe shaft. Insert the ring lock pin throughthe rounded side of the tine shaft andsnap the ring down over the shaft (seeDETAIL- Ring Lock Pin, Figure 4, inSection 2).

5. Repeatthis procedure on the oppositeside.

Primer Bulb

Primer Line

-- Idle Speed Screw (Silver)

Idle Mixture Screw (Black)

Fuel Line

12 Figure15: IdleMixtureScrewcanbeadjusted.

Section5: Maintenance

IrT_flfl-_l;]t,_l lt,_[1_ Beforeinspecting,cleaning orservicingthe machine, shutoff engine, wait for movingpartsto stop, dis-

]j, _ connectsparkplugwire and movewire away from sparkplug.Failure to follow these instructionscan result in seriouspersonal injuryor propertydamage,

Figure 17: Narrow tilling tine positions.

Arranging Tinesfor Stony Soil Conditions1. Prop the machineforward so it restson the front of the tubular carryinghandle. The work surface should be flatandfirm.

2. Removethe ring lock pin (A, Figure 16)from both sides of the unit. Remove bothouter tine sections. Mark each section asa left or right side tine andwhether it isan inner or outer section.

3. Removethe inner tine sections andswap their positions (the inner right-sidesection goes onto the left side of the ma-chine, and the inner lelt-side goes ontothe right side of the machine).

Figure 18: Stonysoil tinepattern.

4. Reinstall the two outertine sections onthe sidesfrom which they were removed(Figure 18).

5. Insert the ring lock pins through therounded side of the tine shafts and snapthe rings down over the shafts (seeDETAIL- Ring Lock Pin, Figure 4,Section 2).

ToReplace Wornfine Sections:

The tines are excessivelyworn iftillingtakes much longer than before and thesoil is not being mixed thoroughlyenough.

1. Prop the machineforward so it restson the front of the tubular carryinghandle. Thework surface should be flatand firm.

2. Removethe ring lock pin (A, Figure16)from both sides of the unit. Removetheold tine sections and replacethem withnew tine sections. Refer to Figure16 andthe tine pattern shown in the Parts Listfor tine pattern details. Insert the ringlock pins through the rounded side of thetine shafts and snap the ring over theshaft (see DETAIL- Ring Lock Pin, Figure4, in Section 2).

• Never store your equipment whenthere is fuel mixture in the fuel tank.

• Never place your equipment near anysource of sparksor open flame (suchas from a hot water heater, a spaceheateror clothesdryer).

Failure to comply can result in seriouspersonalinjury or propertydamage.

STORAGE

IMPORTANT:It is importantto preventgum deposits from forming inessentialfuel system parts such as carburetor, fuelfilter, fuel hose, or tank during storage.Also, experienceindicatesthat alcohol-blendedfuels (called gasohol or usingethanol or methanol)can attract moisturewhich leadsto separationand formationof acids during storage. Acidic gas candamagethe fuel system of an enginewhilein storage.

Off-Season Storage Procedure1. Drain the fuel tank of all of the gaso-line/two-cycle oil mixture. NOTE:Do notuse a fuel mixture that is older than oneseason in order to avoid varnish depositsthroughout the fuel system. Dispose ofthe fuel mixture properly.

2. Start engine and run until fuel mixtureis used up. Thiswill prevent poor perfor-mancefrom stale fuel when your equip-ment is taken out of storage.

NOTE: If "Gasohol" has beenused, com-plete above instructions and then put 1/2pint of gasoline properly mixed with two-cycle oil (see FuelMixing Chart) into fueltank and repeat above instructions.

NOTE: Fuelstabilizer (such as STA-BIL)is an acceptablealternative in minimizingthe formation of fuel gum deposits duringstorage. Add stabilizer to the fuel mixturein the fuel tank or the fuel storage con-tainer. Always follow the mix ratio in-structions on the stabilizer container.Run engine at least 10 minutes alteradding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer toreach the carburetor. Do not drain thegas tank and carburetor if using fuelstabilizer.

3. Letengine cool down after fuel mixturehas been used up. Clean dirt and debrisfrom engine cooling fins, linkage andother enginesurfaces.

4. Pull starter handle slowly until resis-tance is felt due to compression pressure,then stop. Releasestarter tension slowlyto prevent enginefrom reversing due tocompression pressure. Thisposition willclose both the intake and exhaust ports toprevent corrosion of the piston andcylinder bore.5. Removetines. Cleanall soil anddebrisfrom dust covers and tine shaft. Lubri-catetine shaft with light oil. Replacetines.

6. Coverengineand store equipment in adry, sheltered location.

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Section5: Maintenance

Beforeinspecting,cleaning orservicingthe machine, shutoff engine, wait for movingparts to stop, dis-connectsparkplug wire and movewire awayfromsparkplug.

Failure to followthese instructionscan result in seriouspersonal injuryor propertydamage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before performing any of the corrections in this Troubleshooting Chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this Manualandthe EngineOwner's Manual for the correct safety precautions and servicing procedures. Contactyour local authorized EngineService Dealerfor engine service. Contact your local authorized dealer for service problems with the machine.

iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii! iiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiEnginedoes not start. 1. Sparkplug wire disconnected. 1. Reconnect_zre to sparkplug.

2. Out of gasltwo-cycle oil fuel mixture. 2. Check fuel tank. Add fuel mixture.3. Stale fuel mixture. 3. Drain old mixture. Add fresh mixture.

Engine runs poorly or

has low power undertilling conditions.

4. Priming procedure not correct.

5. Dirty air filter(s).

6. Worn, corroded or broken spark plug.7. OnlOff Switch in OFF position.

1. Fouled spark plug.

2. Dirty air filter(s).3. Stale fuel mixture.

4. Carburetor out of adjustment.

4. Refer to starting procedure in manual.

5. Clean or replace air filters.

6. Replace spark plug.7. Move OnlOff Switch to ON.

1. Remove, inspect, clean spark plug.

2. Clean or replace dirty air filters.3. Drain old mixture. Add fresh mixture.

4. Adjust carburetor. See Manual.

Engine overheats. 1. Engine cooling fins clogged. 1. Remove dirt and debris from fins.

2. Improper amount of oil in fuel mixture. 2. Drain tank; fill with correct mixture.

Tines stop rotating. 1. Object wedged between tines and hood. 1. Remove wedged object.

2. Internal transmission problem. 2. Authorized service dealer.

SAFETYAND OPERATINGDECALS

Decals arenot shown at full size. SeeParts List pagesfor reordering information.

Ontop, left-side tine shield

Onrear, left-sidetine shield

Onrear, right-side tineshield

Ontop ofhandlebar

Onright-side handlebar

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Model 12097 Parts List

A

B 9

B

A14, 15

20

14,15

22

23

11,12

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Ref # Part #

1 1915039

3

4

5

6

7

8

1915040

1983632

1918307

1983731

1983636

1983637

1904416

9 1909923

10 1185741

11 1111600

Description City.

Transmission Case - left-side,(incl, pressed-in bushing) ............ 1

Transmission Case - right-side,(incl, pressed-in bushing) ............ 1

Oil Seal ............................. 2

Worm Input Shaft Assembly ............. 1

Input Bearing ........................ 2

ThrustBearing ....................... 1

Ball Bearing .......................... 1

Shaft Assembly, (Incl, pressed-on wormgear andtwo ring lockpins) ........... 1

Oil Seal, Input ........................ 1

Plug, 1/8 ............................ 3

HexScrew, 1/4-20 x 7/8 (five locations,identified as "A" on transmission case) ,, 5

Ref# Part #

12 1100069

13 1817146

14 1983635

15 1983640

16 1983641

17 1983642

18 1983638

19 1107381

20 1983663

21 1909486

22 1747166

23 1915055

24 1983713

Description City.

HexScrew, 114-20x 1 (three locations,identified as "B" on transmission case) ,, 3

Locknut, Nyloc, 1/4"-20 ................. 8

Thrust Washer, output (,050") ............ NR

Thrust Washer, output (,040") ............ NR

Thrust Washer, input (,020") ............. NR

Thrust Washer, input (,035") ............. NRThrust Washer ........................ 2

FlatWasher, 1/4 ...................... 2

Hex Hal,Screw, 114-20x 5 .............. 2

Clutch Drum and Hub .................. 1

Set Screw, 1/4-28 x 3/8 ................. 4

Dust Cover .......................... 2

FeltWasher .......................... 2

AIR - As Required

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23

32

22

42

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Model 12097 Parts List

Ref # Part #

1 1918303

3 1909939

4 1918221

5 1917451

6 1918123

7 1750608

8 1731025

9 1909775

13 1763682

14 1918120001

15 1918121001

16 1909720

17 1983663

18 11O7381

19 1817146

20 *

21 1909487

22 1918124

23 1917773

24 1904553

25 1904549

26 1904552

27 1186292

28 1186387

29 1100241

3O 1100807

Description Qty.

HandlebarAss'y, (Incl, Refs, 3, 4 & 5) ..... 1

Decal- Starting Stabilization ............ 1

Decal- Throttle/Tines LeverOperation ..... 1

HandlebarGrip, PVC .................. 2Throttle/Tines Leverand Cable ........... 1

Pan Hd, Screw, 7/10-16x 1-112 .......... 1

Saddle Hd, Screw, 5116-18 x 2 ........... 2

Spacer, Throttle/Tines Lever ............. 1

Plastic Wire Tie ...................... 3

Lower Handlebar - Lefl-Side ............ 1

Lower Handlebar - Right-Side ........... 1FoamSleeve ......................... 1

Hex Hd, Screw, 114-20x 5 .............. 2

FlatWasher, 114-20 ................... 2

Hex Locknut, 114-20 ................... 5

Engine ............................. 1Clutch Rotor and Washer ............... 1

Tine Shield (Incl, Refs, 23, 24, 25 & 26) ,,, 1

Decal - Logo ......................... 1

Decal - Warning, Rotating Tines ......... 1

Decal- Warning, Hot Surfaces ........... 1

Decal- Caution, Operation Hazards ....... 1Hex Hd, Screw, 7/10-24x 112 ............ 2

FlangeLocknut, 7/10-24 ................ 2

LockWasher, 114-20 .................. 4

HexCap Screw, 114-20x 2 .............. 4

Ref # Part #

31 1909540

32 1909539

33 1909712

34 1909711

35 1909680001

36 90077

37 1909835

38 1100069

39 1909517001

4O 1917754

41 1729775

42 1904321

43 1981022010

44 1763767

45 1177038

Description Qty.

Outer Tine - Right-Hand Side ............ 1

Inner Tine - Right-Hand Side ............ 1Outer Tine - Lefl-Hand Side ............. 1

Inner Tine - Lefl-Hand Side ............. 1

Wheel Bracket ....................... 1

Carriage Bolt ........................ 1

Knob .............................. 1

Hex Hd, Screw, 114-20x I .............. 3

Axle ............................... 1

Wheel .............................. 2

E-Ring ............................. 4

Ring Lock Pin ........................ 2

Tine Hood Cover ..................... 1

Knob .............................. 2

LockWasher, 5116 .................... 2

EDGERATTACHMENT46 1903777 EdgerWheel ......................... 1

47 1903778 Bushing- Short ...................... 1

48 1983648 Bushing- Long ...................... 2

49 1915054 EdgerTine .......................... 1

OPTIONAL ATTACHMENTS.... 12575 Power Lawn RakeAttachment ........... 1

.... 12574 LawnAerator Attachment ............... 1

* Orderpartsfrom yourlocalauthorizedenginedealer,Referto enginenameplatefor modelltypenumber,

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Index

AccessoriesandAttachments ....................... 14Aerator Attachment ............................... 14Air Filter ....................................... 11Assembly ....................................... 5Borders......................................... 5Border/EdgerAttachment ...................... 5, 6, 10Carburetor .................................... 7, 12Control Lever,Throttle/Tines ................ 3, 4, 6, 9, 11Cultivating .................................... 9, 10Oecals .......................................... 2

Edging ....................................... 5, 14Engine

Air Filter ..................................... 11Carburetor ................................. 7, 12Cleaning .................................. 11, 13Fuel Mixture ........................... 5, 6, 12, 13Fuel Primer Bulb ...................... 4, 8, 9, 12, 14On/Off Switch .......................... 4, 8, 14, 16Operation ..................................... 8Recoil Start.Rope ............................... 8Spark Plug ............................. 11, 12, 14Speed ................................... 7, 9, 12Starting Engine................................. 8Stopping Engine ................................ 8Storage ................................ 4, 5, 8, 13Throttle/Tines Lever .................... 3, 4, 5, 9, 11

Features/Controls ................................. 7Fuel Mixture ............................. 5, 6, 12, 13Fuel Primer Bulb ........................ 4, 8, 9, 12, 14

Gasoline/Two-CycleOil ..................... 5, 6, 12, 13

HandlebarHeight Adjustment ...................... 7, 8Hardware ........................................ 5

Lubrication ..................................... 11

Maintenance .................................... 11Model/Serial Number ....................... BackCover

Oil/GasolineMixture ....................... 5, 6, 12, 13Off-SeasonStorage ............................... 11Operation ....................................... 8Parts List .................................... 15-17Power Lawn Rake ................................ 10Preparation .................................... 3, 8

RecoilStarter Rope ............................... 98Repair Parts .................................. 15-17

Safety Rules .................................... 3-4Safety Decals .................................... 2Service RecommendationChecklist .................. 11Spark Plug ............................... 11, 12, 14Starter Rope ..................................... 8Storage .................................. 4, 5, 8, 13

Tilling ....................................... 9, 10Tilling Depth Adjustment ............................ 9Tilling Widths .................................... 9Tine Removal ................................... 12Tips/Techniques ............................... 9, 10Troubleshooting ............................... 9, 14

Unpacking ....................................... 5

W, X, Y, Z

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CUSTOMERSERVICEINFORMATION

OwnerRegistrationCardPleasefill out and mail the enclosed ownerregistration card. The purpose of this card isto register each unit at the factory so that wecan provide you with warranty benefits and in-formational bulletins.

WarrantyServiceThewarranty statement is included in the unit's literaturepackage.

Model/Serial NumbersA Model/Serial Numbers decal is locatedon the handlebar.For ready reference, record these numbers in the spacesbelow.

Dateof Purchase:

Model Number:

Serial Number:

AuthorizedDealer Information

If you purchasedyour unit from an authorizeddealer, recordthe dealer's addressand phone number below for readyreference:

DealerName:

Address:

Phone:

IMPORTANT:

Left and rightsidesof the unit are determined by standingbehindthe unit, in the operator'sposition, andfacing in the

directionof forwardtravel.

NOTICE:

We reserve the rightto changespecifications,add im-provements or discontinuethe manufactureof any of our

equipment withoutnoticeor obligationto purchasers of ourequipment.

CustomerServiceandTechnical Service

If you havequestions or problems with theunit, contact your localdealer or the factory.(When calling or writing, provide theModel/Serial Numbers of the unit.)

ReplacementPartsFactoryspecified replacement parts areavailablefrom your authorizeddealer or di-rectly from the factory. When orderingparts, besure to provide the following:• Model/Serial Numbers of the unit.

• Part number of the part needed.

• Part Description.

• Quantity needed.

NOTE:All replacementparts must conformto our rigid quality specifications. Althoughsome replacement parts we provide may vary slightly inshape,color or texture from the original parts, any variationswill not affect the fit or performance of these parts on yourunit.

EngineServiceand RepairForengineservice or repair, contact yournearestauthorized enginedealer (look in the _,,,Yellow Pagesunder "Engines-Gasoline").Theengine is warranted by the engine man-ufacturer.Any unauthorizedwork performedon the engineduring the warranty periodmayvoid this warranty. For complete de-tails on the engine warranty, refer to theengineowner manual.

We urge using only genuine replacement parts, whichmeet all the latest requirements. Replacement partsmanufacturedby otherscouldpresentsafetyhazards,eventhough they mayfit onthe unit.

For customerassistance,contactyour nearestauthorizeddealer or:

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