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6.0 HP
17 iNCH TINE WIDTH
TU TULLER WiTH
COUNTER F_OTATI
TIN

Caution:
Read and follow
all Safety Rules
and instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment

®Assembly
- Operation
Customer Responsibilities
o Service and Adjustments
, Repa_r Parts
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation

Practices

for Walk-Behind

TRAINING
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Read the Owner's Manual carefulty_ Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly
Never allow children to operate the equipment.. Never
allow adutts to operate the equipment without proper
instruction
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.

PREPARATION
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all foreign objects°
Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine (motor).
Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate outer garments.r Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces°
Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable
Use an approved fuel container.
Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine
Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fi!I fuel
tank indoors.
Replace gasoline cap securely and ciean up spilled
fuel before restarting.
Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors
or electric starting motors.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer).

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Powered

Rotary

Tillers

Keep children and pets away
Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to
till too deep at too fast a rate.
Never operate the maclqine at high speeds on slippery
surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.
Never allow bystanders near the unit
Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, cabs, and the like).
Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light
Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may
catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward, If this
occurs, tet go of the handlebars and do not restrain the
machine

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MAINTENANCE
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AND STORAGE

Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition.
Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
Atways refer to the operator's guide instructions for
important details if the tiller is to be stored for an
extended period.

- IMPORTANT-

OPERATION

CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS
OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR
CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL

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IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE ISA
POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.

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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads, Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic, Do not carry passengers.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor),
remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the tiller
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling
If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble
Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating
position,
Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended.
Disengage the tines, shift into
neutral, and stop the engine.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting,
Disconnect the cord on electric motors.
Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous,
Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place,

NOTE:
Gives essential information that witl aid you to
better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set
of instructions,.
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It means
CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!!
YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED
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The engine
exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of .California to cause cancer,
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PRODUCT

CONGRATULATIONS
on your purchase of a Sears Tiller,
It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to
give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily
remedy, pfease contact your' nearest authorized Sears
Service Center/Department.
They have competent, welF
trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair
this unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER:

6,0 HP

DISPLACEMENT:

11.88 cu_ino(195cc)

GASOLINE CAPACITY:

4 Quarts
Unleaded Regular

PIease read and retain this manual The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller' propedy
Always observe the "SAFETY RULES",

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i OIL (API-SF/SG) :
(CAPACITY: 20 oz.)

SAE 30 (Above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (Befow 32°F)

SPARK PLUG :
MODEL
NUMBER

Champion
RN4C

(GAP: 030")
917.293650

SERIAL
NUMBER

MAINTENANCE

DATE OF
PURCHASE

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE
FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO
THE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION,
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTHSERIALNUMBER
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEPIN A SAFE
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

AGREEMENT

RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your tiller.
Follow the instructions
under the "Customer
Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's
Manual..

IMPORTANT:
THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION
ENGINE AND SHOULD t_OT 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 ARRESTER
MEETING APPLICABLE
LOCAL OR STATE
LAWS (IF ANY)._ IF A SPARK ARRESTER
IS USED, tT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
IN EFFECTIVE
WORKING ORDER BY
THE OPERATOR
IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
THE ABOVE IS REQUIRED
BY LAW (SECTION _4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA
PUBLIC
RESOURCES
CODE).
OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILARLAWS_
FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL
LANDS+
SEE YOUR SEARS AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT
FOR SPARK ARRESTER.
REFER TO THE REPAIR
PARTS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL FOR PART NUMBER.

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

ON CRAFTSMAN

TILLER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Ti_ler is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to
the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in
material or workmanship.
This W&rranty does not cover:
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Expendable items which become wom during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belt&

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to
maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owneCs manual.

If this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or rental purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the
date of purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN TILLER TO THE NEAREST SEARS
SERVlCE CENTER/DEPARTMENT
IN THE UNITED STATE& THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS
PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES,

ILLINOIS 60179

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY RULES ............................................................
2
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 3,13-15
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3
WARRANTY ...................................................................
3
ACCESSORIES .............................................................
5
ASSEMBLY ................................................................
6-8
OPERATION ................ ;...... ;..................................... 9-12

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......................................
13
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................. 15-18
STORAGE ...................................................................
19
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................
20
REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ........................................
21-27
REPAIR PARTS-ENGINE ...................................... 28-33
SERVICEIPARTS ORDERING ................ BACK COVER

UNDEX
A
Accessories ........................................... 5
Adjustments:
Carburetor .....................................
18
Depth Stake .................................10
Handle Height ...............................
15
Side Shields ..................................11
Throttle .........................................18
Tines ............................................ 17
V-Belt (Ground Drive) .............. 16
Air Cleaner ....................................... 14

B
Belt:
Belt Guard .................................. 16
Repair Parts ............................. 22
V-Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 16

C
Cooling System ................................. 14
Controls:
Choke ...............................................
9
Throttle .......................................... 9
Drive (Tines) ................................ 9
Cultivating ............................................12
Customer Responsibilities:
Air Cleaner .......................................
14
Cooling System .............................
14
Finish ..............................................15
Maintenance Schedule ............ 13
Muffler
15
Oil Change .................................. 14
Spark Plug ................................. 15
Tines ................................................
17
Transmission ...............................15
WBelt (Ground Drive) ............... 16
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R
Engine (conrd)
Lubrication ................................ 14
Repair Parts:
Oil Level .........................................11
Tiller .......................................................
2!-27
Oil Type .....................................
11,14
Engine .........................................
28-33
Spark Plug ......................................
15
Rules for Safe Operation .................. 2
Starting .............................................
12
Stopping ..........................................
10
S
Storage .................................................
19
Winter Operation ........................14
Service & Adjustments:
Carburetor .......................................
18
Handle Height ...................................
I5
Side Shields ....................................
11
Fuel:
Throttle ..........................................t8
Filling Tank
t1
Tines ...............................................
17
Storage ............................................
19
V-Belt
(Ground
Drive)
...............
t6
Type ............................................ 11
Wheels .............................................
15
Finish:
Service:
Maintenance ........................................
15
Repair Parts ...................................
21-33
Service Record ............................13
H
Shear Pins:
Handle:
Operation ...................................12
Height Adjustment ..................... 15
Repair Parts ................................ 26
Repair Parts .................................21
Spark Plug:
Gap ............................................. 3
L
Maintenance ........................... 15
Lubrication:
Storage:
Lubrication Chart ...................
13
Fue! System ............................... 19
Engine ......................................... 14
Tiller ........................................... 19
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Muffler:
Maintenance ................................15
Spark Arrester ...............................3

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Oil:
Level ............................................. 11
Type
11,14
Operation:
Cultivating .....................................12
Fill Fuel Tank ....................................
1!
Starting Engine ...........................12
Stopping Tines & Engine ...........10
Tilling ...............................................
10
Tilling Hints ..................................12
Tine Operation .......................... 10
Transporting Tiller ...................... 11
Winter Operation ........................14
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Depth Stake:
Adjustment .............. : ......................
t0
Repair Parts ...................................
25

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Engine:
Air Cleaner ................................. 14
Cooling System ........................ 14
FuelType ......................................11

Tilling ...................................................
10,12
Tines:
Arrangement/Replacement
..... 17
Operation .................................. 10
Repair Parts .................................26
Shear Pins ..........................................
12
Transmission:
Maintenance ................................15
Repair Parts ................................ 24
Troubleshooting .................................20
Transporting ...............................
11

Warranty .....................................................
3
Wheels:
Removal ................................... 15
Repair Parts ............................
23

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These accessories were available when the tiller was purchased. They are also available at most Sears Retail outlets
and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your
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ENGINE
SPARK

MUFFLER

PLUG

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AIR FILTER

GAS CAN

ENG'i'NE"'O'iL

STABILIZER

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OPENER
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MAINTENANCE
BELT

TINES

SHEAR PIN

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HAIRPIN CLIP

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Your new flier has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To
ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness

TOOLS

REQUIRED

FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier
wrench sizes are listed_

OPERATOR'S

Standard

POSITION

(See Fig. 1)

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (standing
behind tiller handles)°

(1) Utility knife
(1) Wire cutter

FRONT

(1) Screwdriver
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(t) Pair of pliers
(1) 9/16" wrench
LEFT

RIGHT

OPERATOR'S
POSITION

FIG. 1

CONTENTS

OF HARDWARE

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(1) Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 UNC x I Gr 5
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(1) Center Locknut 3/8-16 UNC

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(1) Handle Lock Lever

(1) Cable Clip
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(1) Pivot Bolt
3/8-16 UNC Grade 5

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ASSEMBLY
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UNPACKING

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Grasp handle assembly, HoIdin"up"position. Be sure
handle lock remains in gearcase notch, Slide handle
assembly into position,,

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IMPORTANT;
WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK
CABLES,,
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"UP" POSITION

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HANDLE

While holding handle assembly, cutcabletiessecuring
handle assembly to top frame and depth stake_ Let
handle assembly rest on tiller,

Remove top frame of carton°

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Slowly ease handle assembly up and place on top of
carton,

Cut down right hand front and right hand rear' corners
of carton, lay side carton wall down.

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Remove packing material from handle assembly°

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Separate shift rod from handle assembly,

LOCK
HOLD

ASSEMBLY

LEVERTO

TIGHTENHANDLE
LOOSEN HANDLE _
LOCK LEVER TO
MOVE

FIG. 4
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SHIFT ROD

HANDLE
ASSEMBLY

INSTALL HANDLE (See Figs. 3, 4, and 5)
Insert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in
gearcase notch_ (Apply grease on smooth side of
handl_ lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle
assembly is lowered into position.)

Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and tighten.
Cut down remaining corners of carton and lay panels
flat.

Lower the handle assembly,, Tighten nut on carriage
bolt so handle moves with some resistance. This wil!
allow for easier adjustmenL

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Place flat washer on threaded end of handle lock lever.

Insert handle 10ck lever" through handle base and
gearcase. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to
hold lever in place.

Insert second handle 10Ck(with teeth inward) in the slot
of the handle base (just inside of washer).

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Raise handle assembly to highest position and securely tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise.
Leaving handle assembly in highest position will make
it easier to connect shift rod.
GEARCASE

HANDLE

LOCK
REAR
CARRIAGE

VIEW FROM R,H. SIDE OF TILLER
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Rotate handle assembly down. Insert rear carriage bolt
first, with head of bolt on LH. side of tiller and loosely
assemble Iocknut (See Fig. 5).

FIG. 2

BOLT

ASSEMBLY

FLAT
WASHER

SLOT
_

LOCK
LEVER

GEARCASE
NOTCH

HANDLE
HANDLE
LOCK

HANDLE
BASE

"_
LOCKNUT

FIG. 3

FIG. 5

PIVOT
BOLT

CONNECT

SHIFT

REMOVE

ROD (See Fig. 6)

TILLER

FROM CRATE

Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of
shift lever indicator.

Adjust handte assembyto lowest position, Be sure lock
lever is tightened securely°

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Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to securer

Insert other end of shift rod into hole in shift lever.

Make sure shift lever indicator is in "N" (neutral) position (See Fig. 6)

Insert second hairpin clip through hole of shift rod°

Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle° Separate cardboard
cover from leveling shield.

ATTACHTHISEND
TOSHIFTLEVER

ATTACHTHIS
ENDTO SHIFT

Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of
carton.

INSERT
INDICATOR

LEVER

SHIFT ROD

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SHIFT

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CLIP

(See Fig. 7)

Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle
column_ Push cables into clip.

HANDLE
COLUMN

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HAIRPIN
CLIP

CABLE

SHIFT
LEVER
INDICATOR

CABLES

FIG. 7

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
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The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for
shipping purposes,
Correct and equal tire pressure is
important for best tilling performance°

SHIFT

Reduce tire pressure to 20 PSI°

HANDLE
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HAIRPIN CLIP

SHIFT ROD

FIG. 6

HEIGHT

Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.
(See 'TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual)_

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TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER,
Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save
this manual for future reference°
These symbols
meaning.

may appear on your Tiller or in literature

supplied

with the product.

Learn and understand their

STOP O
T{LL|NG

FORWARD

NEUTRAL

REVERSE

DRIVE _
CONTROL _
BAR

CAUTION
OR WARNING

ENG1NE
ON

ENGINE
OFF

FAST

SLOW

CHOKE

FUEL

OtL

THROTTLE
CONTROL

SHIFT LEVER
INDICATOR
PRIMER

DEPTH STAKE

LEVELING
SHIELD

_\_
RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE

OUTER
SIDE
SHIELD

FIG. 8

MEETS ANSI SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,
PRIMER - pumps additional fuel from the carburetor to the
cylinder for use when starting a cold engine,
DEPTH STAKE - Controls depth at which tiller will dig
DRIVE CONTROL BAR _ Used to engage tines,
LEVELING SHIELD * Levels tilled soil.
OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small plants
from being buried.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine,
SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears,
SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR - Shows which gear the transmission is in_
THROTTLE

CONTROL - Controls engine speed..

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 over the spectacles
or standard safety glasses.
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HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

DEPTH

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and
oil or attempting to start engine_

The depth stake can be raised or lowered to allow you more
versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport
'our tiller°

STOPPING

STAKE

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(See Fig. 10)

(See Fig. 9)

TINES AND DRIVE
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Release drive control bar to stop movement.

Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position.

POSITION

SHALLOWES=I
TILLING

ENGINE
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Move throttle control to "STOP" position.

Never use choke to stop engine_

DRIVE CONTROL BAR
"ENGAGED" POSITION

TILLING

.THROTTLE

SHIFT
LEVER

TILLING

DRIVE CONTROL BAR
"DISENGAGED"
POSITION

FIG. 9

TINE OPERATION
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Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for
increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of
depth stake to lock in position

Place shift lever indicator in 'q" position,

Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start
tilling movemenL Tines and wheels will both turn,

Move throttle control to "FAST" position for deep tilling.
To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired
speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to
cultivate.

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL BAR
BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER
POSITION

DRIVE

Always release drive control bar before moving shift
lever into another position.
..... movement ts achieved by mowng shift leve r to "T"
Tine
(till) position and engaging drive control bar.

FORWARD•

- WITH WHEEL

(See Fig, 11)

WHEELS

ON LY/TINES

DEPTH STAKE PIN
"RELEASED"
POSITION

STOPPED

Release drive control bar and move shift lever indicator
to "F" (forward)position
Engage drive control bar and
tiller will move forward.,

REVERSE

- WHEELS

ONLY/TINES

STOPPED

DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.,

Release the drive control bar.

Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

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Move shift lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position.

Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tifier
movement.

"LOCKED"
POSITION
NUT "A"

OUTER
SIDE SHIELD

NUT "B"

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Release the drive control bar,

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Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.

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For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet
A.PJ. Service Classification SF or SG.

For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual),,

To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual,,

Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position.
Tines will net turn
Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.
Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish to
turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from
tines.

To read proper'level, tighten engine oil cap each time.
Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

When you have completed your turn-around, release
the drive control barand lower handle. Place shift lever
in "T" (till) position and move throttle control to desired
speed, To begin tilling, hold drive control bar against
the handle,

OUTER

SIDE SHIELDS

OIL FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK

(See Fig. 11)

The front edges of the outer side shields are slotted so that
the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered for
shallow tilling to protect small plants from being buried.
Loosen nut "A" in slot and nut "B"_ Move shield to desired
position (both sides)° Retighten nuts.
FIG. 12

TO TRANSPORT
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ADD GASOLINE

CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to
cool. Disconnectsparkplugwire.
Drain
gasoline from fuel tank.
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Fill fuel tank
Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline wilt increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F (0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.

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AROUND THE YARD
•

Release the depth stake pin,. Move the depth stake
down to the top hole for transporting the tiller, Place
depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in position,
This prevents tines from scuffing the ground.

Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position for
transporting°

•

Hold the drive cont{ol bar against the handle to start
tiller movement, Tines will net turn.

•

Move throttle control to desired speed,

WARNING:
Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage° Acidic gas can damage the fue!
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage of 30 days or longer, Drain the gas tan k, start the
engine and let it run untit the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty_ Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage section
of this manual for additional information, Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur_

AROUND'TOWN
°
°

Disconnect spark plug wire,
Drain fuel tank.

Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage.

BEFORE

STARTING

ENGINE

IMPORTANT:
BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT
TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING
OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OtL AND FUEL AND STORE
IN APPROVED,
CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS.
USE
CLEAN FILL FUNNELS.

CHECK
•
=
=

ENGINE

Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil
or fuel, Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the
factory, already titled with SAE 30 summer weight oil,
Be sure tiller is tevel and the area around oil fill is clean_
Check oil level before each use,, Add oil if needed° Fill
to full line on dipstick.

CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fuel tank to prevent spills and to
allow for fuel expansion, if gasoline is
accidentally spilled, move machine
away from area of spill. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until gasoline
vapors have disappeared.

OPERATUON
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TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run
out of fuel, it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.
= Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.
•
Move shift lever indicator to "N" (neutral) position..
•
Place throttle controlin "FAST" po_ition.
= To start a cold engine, push primer five (5) times before
trying to start. Use a firm push. This step is not usually
necessary when starting an engine which has already
run for a few minutes,
o Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp
tiller handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will
pull slightly harder at this point)°
°
Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not let starter
handle snap back against starter.
= Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before
engaging tines.
NOTE: In cooler weather it may be necessary to repeat
priming steps., in warmerweather over priming maycause
flooding and engine will not start° If you do flood engine,
wait a few minutes before attempting to start and do not
repeat priming steps.

Soil conditions are important for proper tilling° Tines will
not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your
tiller° Hard soi! should be moistened before tilling;
however, extremely wet soil will "ball-up" or clump
dudng tilling° Wait until the soil is less wet in order to
achieve the best results. When tilling in the fall, remove
vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping
around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.

Do not lean on handle° This takes weight off the wheels
and reduces traction. To get through a reaIly tough
section of sod or hard ground, apply upward pressure
on handle or lower the depth stake.

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FIG. 14

CULTIVATING
Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to prevent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the
ptants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer of soil
crust will he}p retain moisture in the soil. Best digging depth
is 1" to 3". Lower the outer side shields to protect small
plants from being buried.
=

Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which wi!)
allow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in
rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds
and grass (See Fig. 15).

RECOIl. STARTER
HANDLE

PRIMER

FIG. 13

TILLING

HINTS

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handling your tiller, start actual field
use
with throttle
in slow
position (m!dCAUTION:
Until you
are accustomed
to
way between "FAST" and "IDLE").
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Tilling is digging into turning over, and breaking up
packed soil before" planting° Loose, unpacked soi!
helps root growth° Best tilling depth is 4 to 6'. A tiller
will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation, The
decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the
soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind), it
may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the growing
season to further condition the soil.
For easier handling of your tiller, leave about 8 inches
of untilled soil between the first and second tilling
passes. The third pass will be between the first and
second (See Fig. 14).

FIG. 15

TINE SHEAR

PINS

The tine assemblies on your tiller are secured to the tine
shaft with shear pins (See 'q-INE REPLACEMENT" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual)°
If the tiller is unusually overloaded or jammed, the shear
pins are designed to break before internal damage occurs
to the transmission°
,

If shear pin(s) break, replace only with those shown in
the Repair Parts section of this manual

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CUSTOMER
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RESIPON

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BILUTIES

SCHEDULE

REGULAR SERVICE
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Check Engine 0it Level
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Change Engine Oil
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1_1,2

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Oil Pivot Points
Inspect Spark Attester / Muffler
=

Inspect AIr Screen

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Clean or Replace Air Cfeaner Cartridge

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Clean Engine Cylinder Fins
Replace Spark Plug

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1 - Chango mote often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures,
2 - Service more often when operating in ditty or dusty conditions

GENERAL

LUBRiCATiON

RECOMMENDATIONS

CHART

The warranty on this tiiler does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator' abuse or' negligence°
To
receive fufl value from the warranty, the operator must
maintain tiller as instructed in this manual,

* THROTTLE
CONTROL

Some adjustments wilt need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tiller°
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each
seasom
o

** ENGINE

Once a year you should replace the spark pfug, clean
or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for' wear.
A new' spark plug and clean air filter assure proper airfuel mixture and help your engine run better and last
longer,

BEFORE

* LEVELING
HINGES

EACH USE

Check engine oil level°

•
,

Check tine operation°
Check for' loose fasteners.

* IDLER
BRACKET

WHEEL
HUB

LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION

* SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL
** REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES "ENGINE" SECTION

CHART").

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CUSTOMER

RESPONSBB L TmES

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Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent
accidental starting of engine.
Preventfires{ Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spiliedoil, orfuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping
unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris°
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.

ENGINE

AIR FILTER

LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SF, SG or SH Select the oil's SAE viscosity
grade according to your expected temperature,
SAE VISCOSITY GRACES

"20_

°c ._o
o

.{o
o

TEMPERATURE

30°

._oo
RANGE

32_

40°

ANTICIPATED

60 _

B0 _

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BEFORE

(See Fig. 18)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter,,
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera*
tion or every season° Service paper cartridge every 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs firsL
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions,,
°
Remove cover screw and cover,
TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER
•
Remove foam pre-cleaner from air cleaner cover.,
°
Wash it in liquid detergent and water.
o Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth,
•
Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean, absorbent
cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil
o
If very dirty or damaged, rep{ace pre-cieaner.
•
Reinstall pre-cleaner into air cleaner cover.
.
ReinstalI cover and secure screw.
TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE
= Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor.
Clean base carefully to prevent
debris from entering carburetor._
°
Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface° If very
dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
.
Reinstall cartridge, cover with pre-cleaner and secure
with screw,
IMPORTANT:
PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE
CARTRIDGE, THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF
THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE
DO NOT
USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE°

100_

30° 40°

NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 16
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W*30, etco)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F (0°C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to
avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least
once a year ifthe tractor is not used for25 hours in one year,
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely
each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 and 17)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change,
All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SHo
•
Be sure tiller is on level surface.
Oi! will drain more freely when warm°
.
Use a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller, and catch oil in
a suitable container_
.
Remove oil drain plug and oil fill cap/dipstick,
Be
careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine,
For easier removal of plug use 7/16 12 Pt. socket with
extension.
.
Tip tiller forward to drain oil,
•
After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely°
•
Refill engine with oil through oil fill tube. See "CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation section of this
manual.

FOAM
PRECLEANER
COVER
COVER

SCREW
AIRCLEANER
CARTRIDGE

FIG. 18
COOLING

SYSTEM

(See Fig. 19)

Your engine is air cooled° For proper engine performance
and long life keep your engine clean°
•

Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush°

Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage free of dirt and
chaff..
MUFFLER

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