Mantis 7222 User Manual TILLER / CULTIVATOR Manuals And Guides L0903805

MANTIS Cultivator Manual L0903805 MANTIS Cultivator Owner's Manual, MANTIS Cultivator installation guides

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WELCOME
OF NTIS

TO THE V¢O D
GA ENING!

Here's your new MANTIS Tiller...
the lightweight wonder that "Makes
Gardening Easier."
Unlike big tillers, your MANTIS Tiller
weighs only 20 pounds. So it lifts easil>>;
handles smoothly, tilIs and_ weeds precisely
And, unlike other small tillers, it features
serpentine tines that churn soil up to ten
inches deep. It creates a soft, smooth seed
bed, even in problern soil.
Once you know hovv to use your tiller
correctly, we guarantee you'll love it. So
first, please read this manual. It shows, step
by step, how to use your tiller safely Plus,
it shows how the MANTIS Border Edger
can make light work of your edging needs.
If you have questions about any topic in
this Manual, or if you wish to order
MANTIS Attachments, contact your local
authorized MANTIS dealer.
iiiiiiiii

TABLE

OF CONTENTS

Salety Rules & Warnings
...............
Safety Decals ...........................
Engine & Fuel Warnings ..................
Assembly and Mixing Fuel ...............
Starting ..............................
Additional Information
...................
What to Do Just in Case ...................
Getting to Your Garden ...................
Tilling & Cultivating
...................
Tine Positioning
........................
Cultivating
............................

3-4
3
4
5-7
7-8
8
8
9
%10
10
10

Maintenance

........................

11-12

Storage ................................
"Double Shooting & Specifications
.......
Service Maintenance
Guide ................

13
I4-1.5
15

Using The Border/Edger
Attachment
........
MANTIS Tiller Assembly Layout ...........
Engine Parts Assemblies ...............
EPA Phase 2/California Tier III Emission

16
17
1.7-18

Control Warranty
Limited Warranty

Statement
..............
Information
............

19
20

SAFETY RULES & WARNINGS
You will notice

understand

throughout

this Owners

and obey these warnings

I. Special

Safety

II. Safety

& "Warnings

Manual

Safety

Rules

and

Important

Notes.

Make

sure

you

for your own protection.

Information

WARNING
The Engine Exhaust from this
product contains ch,._micals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

PRODUCT
EMISSION
DURABILITY
The 300 hour emission durability compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer ce_if_iing the
engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are
followed as listed in file Maintenance Section of this manual

III. Safety

Decal Information

An imporianl part of the safe b system incorporated
in this tilier are the warrd:ng
and informa[ioi_ decals tbund on various parts of the tiller+ These decaIs must be replaced

in time due _o abrasion, etc. It is your responsibility to replace these decals when they
become hard 1o read. 'Ihe location and part tmmbers (PIN) of these decals are illustrated on Page 27.

P/N 400620
CUTRNG HAZARD; KEEP
FEET AND HANDS NN'AY
FROM ROTAT NG TINES,

DO [',JOTCARRY THE
TILLER iN THS
POSITION

@
CAUTION: WHEN ASSEMBUNG
THE HANDLES, MAKE SURE
FUEL TANK EACESOPERATOR,
THiS IS THE REAR OF THE
TILLER, REFER TO ASSEMBW
INSTRUCTION ON PAGE 7_

READ OWNERS MANUAL
BEFORE USING TILLER, OR
PERFORMING ANY REPAIR
OR MNNTENANCE KEEP
OWNERS MANUAL _N A
SAFE PLACE

DON'T FUEL REFUEL,
OR CH_CK FUEL WHILE
SMOKING, OR NEAR AN
OPEN ELAME OR
OTHER _GNmON
SOURCE,

50:1
.[_1)+_
iNCORRECT ASSEMBLY,

WEAR EAR AND EYE
PROTECT_ON_

MIX UNLEADED GAS
WITH 2 CYCLE 50:10_L

IV. Warnings

- Do's

Read and understand the owner's
manual. Pay particnlar
attention
to aIl
sections regarding safety'.
1. Always keep a firm grip o13both
handles while the tines are moving and/or
the engine is running. BE AWARE!! The
tines may coast after throttle trigger is
released. Make sure tines have come to a
complete stop and engine is oil betore
letong go of the tiller.
2. Always maintain a firm tboting and
good balance Do not overreach while
operating the tille> Betbre you start to use
the tiller check the work area for obstacles
that might cause you to lose your tboting_
balance or control of the machine.

3, Thormaghly inspect the area where
equipment is m be used and remove all
objects, which can be thrown by the
machine.
4. Mways keep area clear of children,
pets, and bystanders.
5. Always stay alert. Watch what yon

V. Warnings

- Don'ts

Don't use tiIler with one hand. Keep
both hands on handles with fingers and
thumbs encircling the handles, while tines
are moving, and engine is running.
Don't overreach.
all times,

Keep a good _boting at

En#ne/Fuel

Warnings

Always use flesh gasoline in the fuel
mixture. Stale gasoline can cause damage.
Always store fuel in containers
specifically designed tk_rthis purpose.
Always D_ll starter cord slowly until
resistance is felt, Then pull cord rapidly to
avoid kickback and prevent arm or hand
injm7¢

Engine/Fuel

Warnings

are doing and use CO/T_moH
sense. Do not
operate unit when faOgued.

to be sure the equipment is in sate working
condioon.

6° Always dress properly. Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry, they might get
caught in moving parts. Use sturdy gloves.
Gloves reduce the transmission of vibration
to your hands. Prolonged exposure to
•dbration can cause numbness and other
ailments.

12. Use *_\me
caution when reversing
or pulling the machil_e towards you,

7. "_qafleworkhug, always wear
substantial tbotwear and lomg trousers. Do
not operate the equipmem when bareloot
or wearing open sandaIs

15. Exercise exuvme cannon when
changing direction on slopes.

8, Always wear ear and eye protection.
Eye protection nmst meet ANSI Z 87.1. _o
avoid hearing damage, we recommend
hearing protec0on be worn whenever using
the equipment.

13, W'brk only in daylight or good
artificial light.
14. Always be sum of your footing on
slopes

16, Always keep a safe distmqce
between two or more people when
working together.
17, Always inspect your unit before
each use and ensure that N1 handles,
guards and fasteners are secunL operating,
and in place.

9. To reduce life hazard, keep the
engine, and petrob_gasstorage area t)'ee of
vegetative material and excessive grease.

18, Always maintain and examine your
Tiller with care. Fotlow maintenance

1O, Start d-mengine carefull> according
to the manulacmrer's instructions and with
leer well away trom tool(s),

19. Always store tiller in a shehered
area (a dry, place), not accessible m
children, The tiller as well as tSael should
not be stored in a house

11, Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tght
Don't run with the machine, walk.
Don't work on excessively steep slopes.
Don't attempt to clear tines while they
are moving. Never try to remove jammed
material betbre switching the engine off
and making sure the Ones have stopped
completd>

instructions

given in manua!.

Don'l allow children or incapable
people to operate this tiller_
Dofft operate while under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Don't attempt m repair this tiller. Have
repairs made by a qualified dealer or
repairman. See that only original MANTIS
parts are used.

- Do's
Always operate engine with spark
arrestor installed and operating properly:
The use of spark arrestor mufflers is
required by law in the state of California
(Section 4442 o[ the Calitomia Public
Resources Code), as well as in other states
or municipalities_ Federal laws apply on
[kdeml lands.

Stop the engine whenever you leave the
machine.

Allow the engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure,
If the fuel tank nee& to be &ained, this
should be done outdoors°

- Don'ts

Don't fi_el, refud or check fuel while
smoking, or near an open flame or other
ignition source Stop engine and be sure it is
cool bd0re refueling.

causes spark outside the cylinder, During
periodical checks of the spark plug, keep
plug a safe distance from cylinder to avoid
burning of evaporated fuel t?om cylinder:

Don't leave the engine running while the
tiller is unattended. Stop engine betore
putting the tiller down or while transporting
from one place to anothe>

Don't check lor spark with spark plug or
ping wire removed, Use an approved tester.

Don't operate your _ilier if there is art
accmnulation of debris anmnd the muffler
and cooling fins.

Don't crm3kengine with spark plug
removed unless spark plug wire is
disconnected, Sparks can ignite fumes.

Don't touch hot runners, cylinders
or cooling fins as contact may cause
serious bums_

Don't run engine when the {_.torof gasoline
kspre:-_ntor odmr explosivecondition,se>_t.

Don't change the engine governor
setting or over speed the engine.

Don't refi, el, start or run this Oiler
indoors or in an improperly ventilated area.
Don't run engine when electrical system

Don't operate the unit if gasoline is
spilled. Clean up spill completely before
starting engine.

ASSEMBLY

Your MANTIS filler comes partially assembled. You must
insmI1 only the handlebars, the carrying handle, and the tines.
This will take just a few minutes if you follow the directions.
First, take all Reins out of the ca_on. But do not remove
tile cardboard t¥om around the Tiller's base.

Quantity
1
1
2
i
1

The list at the right, shows the parts that come with your
tiller. Check to make sure you have them.
The bag of hardware is in the plastic bag containing the
Ownerg Manual and Video.
To assernble your MANTIS Tiller, you'll need two 7/16"
wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, We suggest that you
install all nuts and bolts only 'finger tight" -- that is, onehalf to one lull turn -- until you've completed assembly.
The nuts are sdf locking, but you must use a wrench to
tighten them completely.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE

1
1
1
2
4
2
2
2
1
2
2

LOWER HANDLES

To identify part numbers, see pages 6 and 27.
1. Use the protective cardboard sleeve to stabilize
your tiller. Stand the engine assembly (#8) up.
2. Lay the handle parts within easy reach. '_;ou'llneed
one of the handle clamps (#38) and one of the lower
handles (#3). Note that the lower handles have a short leg
on one end. (Picture I)

*These numbers

Description

"_Key#

Upper Handle Assembly
2
Upper Handle Throttle Side Assembly
I
Lower Handles
3
Pair Tiller/Cultivator Tines
26127
Engine Assembly (includes Fender
Guard & Worm Gear Transmission)
8, 7, 42
Handle Brace
5
Plastic Carrying Handle
29
Bag of Hardware Containing:
Cap Screws
34*
Lock Nuts
35
Bolts (3" long)
36
Tine Retaining Pins
28
Handle Clamps
38
Throttle Clips
6
Bobs
39
Knobs
40
are the same nm,/bers shown on the Parts Layout on

page !6.

3. Fit the handle clamp along the outside of the short
leg. Line up the holes on the clamp and the leg.
4. Choose one of the two 3-inch bolts (#36). Slide it
through the first, set of holes -- near the elbow where the
lower handle curves. (Picture 2)
5. Now slide the other lower handle onto the 3-inch
bolt. (Picture 3.) Fit the other clamp onto this other
handle?s short leg. Add a nut and tighten finger tight.
6. Locate d'_eworm gear housing. It starts just above -and extends down through -- the tiller); red fender guard.
You'll notice that there_ a recessed channel on either side
of the housing's top. (Picture 4.)

Picture I

Pictm_e

Pictt_re

NOTE:

7. Take the lower handles that you've just put together.
Slide them into the two recessed channels,

THE

LOCK NUTS

Make sure you insert them from the rear of the tiller
(gasoline tank faces the operator)., so that the holt fits
along the back of the housing. (Picture 5)

ARE STAMPED.

& Slide the second 3-inch bolt through the second set of
holes in the short legs. Add a nut and tighten finger tight.

112 TO 1-1/2

FINGER TIGHT IS
APPROXIMNfELY
TURNS
Picture 4

Picture

ASSEMBLY
HOW

(continued)

TO ASSEMBLE

UPPER

HANDLES

PIASTIC

visually check that the throttle triangle
hits both the idle screw and the full
open swp, THIS MUST BE DONE
BEFORE S'IT*_RTINGTHE ENGINE.

CARR_ING

HANDLE.
i, Lightly squeeze the lower handles
(#3) toward one another so that they
line up with the two smaller holes on
the carrying handle (#29). Then slide
the carrying handle over and down the
lower handles. It will rest about four to
six inches

above the engine

(Picture

2. Gently pull the lower handles
to their original position

1)
out

3. Attach the upper handle assembly
(#I) - the handle with the throttle
cable and ground wire - onto the right
handle, and secure with the handle
knob (#40) and 1 J_und head bolt
(#39) (Picture 2). Be sure you have
proper throttle
movements
and that
the throttle cable is not wrapped or
twisted around
the handle bar.
Squeeze trigger and let go. The triangle
must click in both directions.
If there
is any doubt, remove air :filter and

4. Follow the same steps to install
the left upper handle onto the other
lower handle. (Picture 3)

Picture

5. Use the clip (#6) to secure the
throttle cable and wire in place on the
lower handle. (Picture 4)
6. Now install the Handle Brace.
Line it up with the holes on the upper
handles. Then insert a Cap Screw
(#34) and a Lock Nut (#35) on either
side (Picture 5)

7, Use a w_mch to tighten Cap
Screws and Lock Nuts.
8, Now use wrench to tighten all
nuts and bolts firmly and securely.

IM[PORTANT

A
WARNING:

NOTE:

Improper thro_ie
installation can
cause tines to

Make sure you have installed
the
handles
properly: When yon stand
behind your tiller, holding the
handles, you should face the
gasoline
tank.

rotate unexpectedly.

Pictm_e5

Assembling

the

Tines

for

Tilling
1. Remove the cardboard
your "riller's base.

from around

2. Slide the tines onto the axle shafts.
The "D" hole goes on the outside.
3 Make sure you've installed the trees
properly for tilling. Liken the tines to
your fingers. When your pahn. t_ces the
ground, your fingers curl down. Stand
behind the Tiller and hold your hand
next to the tines. Do the tine blades curl
down, as your fingers do? If so, th W are
in tire tilling position. ('Ib switch to the
cuhivaOng position, see pagy_ 10.)
4. _lb secure each tine to the axle,
insert a tine retaining pin.

IMPORTANT

NOTE:

Belore you use your MANTIS Tiller,
read the Safe D, Rules & Warnings on
pages 3-4.

Your MANTIS Tiller comes with a
Dee pre_measured bottle of twoau'll
find the t;ael filter inside the fuel tank.
Just re-attach the line to the filter, and put

a few times.

4_ Give the starter cord a few short,
quick pulls_ The engine should start
and

run_

5. If the engine does not start, then
pull out the choke button to cIose the
choke. Pull the starter cord four to five
times. The engine should sputter or
cough.
6. Alter the engine sputters, push the
choke button in. Then pull the starter
cord The engine should start and run.
7_ If the engine still does not start,
repeat steps 2 through 6.
8. If the engine still does not start,
call your local authorized
I_NTIS
dealer.

IMPORTANT

NOTE:

Never u_ starting tluids° Starting fluids
will eau_ permanent
en_e
damage.
Using them will void the warranty.
IMPORTANT

a Flooded

to 'l".

If fiaeI does not drip from t/he line,

To avoid possible damage to the
threads, do not try" to remove the plug
from a hot alminum
Wlinder head.

Starting

to
Tiller

if you follow the steps above and
your engine still won't start, try this:

• First, examine the spark plug. Use the
special wrench that comes with our
optional MANTIS Handy Item Kit
(item #8444) or a 3/4 inch spark plug
wrench. (Picture 1)

IMPORTANT

Life

After you start the engine, let your
tiller warm up for two to three minutes
betore you use it. Then, before you put

TO DO JUST

If you follow the normal
starting procedure, you should
have no problem starting your
tiller. But, just in case you do
have problems, here's what to do.
Make sure the oh switch is on I
%tart." You'd be surprised how
many people forget to push the
switch into the 'T' position.
If the switch was on 'o" when
you pulled the cord, you may have
flooded the engine.

the

Extending

Your Engine's

air drawn into the engine. Your tiller
will run only if the choke is open -that is, if the choke is pushed in.

¥HAT

your tiller away; let it idle for a minute to
give the engine a chance to cool down.

Feature

NOTE:

Before yon use your MANTIS Tiller,
read the Safety Rules & Warnings
on
pages 3-4.

GETTING YOUR TILLER TO YOUR GAP EN
Walk

it.

Take

Once your tiller is running,
you can
"walk" i/to your garden. Just press the
throttle lock out button and squeeze
the throttle lever gently and let the
tiller "tipotoe" across your yard on its
tines. It won't hurt your lawn or

Car_

It for a _de.

You can easily transport your
MANTIS Tiller to a [fiend's or relative's
house Just empty the f_ael tank_ (This
is crucial.)
Then stow your Tiller in
the trunk of your car or truck. It fits
easily. And you can put it in and take it
out without straining your back.

It.

Make sure the engine is off. Then
use one hand to grasp the convenient
carrying handle. Use the other hand to
hold the handlebars.
(Picture 1) Then
lift your tiller and car D , it to your
garden. Since it weighs only 20
pounds, it won't strain your muscles or
tire you out!

Picture

TILLING
Now You're Rea@
MANTIS Tiller.

to Use Your

if you've seen other tillers, your MANTIS
Tiller may surprise you. It tills best when
you pull it backward! You see, when you
pull your MANTIS Tiller backward, you
give extra resistance to the tines, so they dig
deeper. (Picture 1)

Picture

Whatg more when you go backward, you
erase your footprints. So your soil stays
light and f/uf[}_.With other tillers, by
contrast, you walk right over the soil you've
just tilled, packing it down, so it's less
plantable,

Run Your MANTIS
a Vacuum Cleaner.

Picture

Tiller

Place your Tiller at the head of the row
or area you want to till. Start it up. Then
use an easy rocMng motion. First, pull your
Tiller backward Then use an easy rocking
motion. Again, pull your J?ller backward.
Then, let it move forward just a little bit.
Then pull it backward again. This witl help
you till deeper_
Keep repeating these steps until you've
tilled an entire row. Start again on the next
row. It_ much like running a vacuum
cleaner! (Picture 2)

Picture

You Can

Even

For Deeper

Tilling:

Control

Depth.

Move your Tiller slowly back and k)rth,
as you would a vacuum cleaner. Work the
same area over and over until you've dug to
your desired depth. (Picture 3)
For Shallow

Tilling:

Switch the tines to the cultivating
position.
(See page 10 to learn how.) Then
move your Tiller quickly over your soil
surface.

For Big Weeds or Tough Roots:
Let your Tiller rock back and torth over
the tough spot, until the tines slice
through the weed or root.

Your NL&NTIS Tiller Handles
Special T_ng

Projects.

Want to mrn part of your lawn into a
colorful flower border? "four MANTIS Tiller
makes it easy! Just run your Tiller back and
forth until the sod begins to break up Then
continue tilling. Your Tiller will chop the
clumps of sod until they're line. Then, it
,#ill work them into fbe soil. Pretty soon,
you'll have a soft, fresh planting bed.

How about a family-size
vegetable garden?

tractor or big tiller to break ground
for you. This is a one-time-only
investment that's well worth the
small cost.

Nowadays many gardeners prefer
small gardens -- especially in the
suburbs, where space is at a
premium. But, if you're t0rtunate
enough to own a large lot, you can
create a bigger garden -- a half acre
or more. Here's how:

2. Then, use your _filler to break
up any remaining clumps of soil or
sod. Unlike a tractor or big tiller,
your MANTIS Tiller is a precision
tool. It will pulverize your soil into a
smooth seed bed.

1. First,. hire someone with a

"Your MANTIS
Weeding

Tiller Makes

a Pleasure!

As a tiller, your MANTIS Tiller
works the soil down to 10" (25.4 ca)
deep. But, as a cultivator, it gently
cultivates the sur[ace, only 2" to 3"
(509 cm to 7.62 cm) deep.

The result? Your Tiller will cut your
weeding time in half, and turn a
tiresome chore into a pleasure

How

to Switch

Cultivating

From

Tilling

Position

1. Make sure your Tiller is off.

First, you must change the tines to
the weeding position. This takes less
than a minute.

2. Ren-tove the retaining pins from
the tines.

Then, your MANTIS Tillerg sharp
"tine teeth" will slice up those pesky,
weeds, burying them as you go along.
And, since the tines in this position
won't dig too deep, they won't hurt
your plants' precious root systems.

4. Place the right-side tine onto the
left-side axle. Place the left side tine
onto the right-side axle. The "D" hole
should be to the outside.

3 Remove the tines [rom the axle

5. Here is how to make sure you've
installed the tines properb: Sand behind

Picture

the Tiller and hold your hand, pahn up,
next to the tines. Do the tine points
curl up, as your fingers do? if so, they
are in the correct cultivating
position.
6. Reinsert

the pins.

CULTIVATING
Now You're Ready to
Cultivate
or Weed.
Guide your Tiller where you
want to weed and start it up.
Pull your Tiller backward
slowly_ then let i_ move [orward
a biL in a gentle rocking
motion. "Watch it slice, shred,
and bury those weeds!

Tilling

Position

Tine teeth point in the
same direction as the
rotation of the tin< or
toward the [ront of the
Tiller, away from the
operator,

Cultivating
Position
Tine teeth point in the
opposite direction as the
rotation of the tine. Tines
point toward the back of
the tiller, or toward the
operator.

Got tough weeds? Lighten
yore" pressure on the throttle to
slow your Tiller down. Then
work back and forth until your
Tiller chops up the weeds, it's
easy and eltective!
Remember, any tiller will
tangle in tall grass_ stringy
vines, or supe>bg weeds, So, ff
you have a "backyard jungle,"
first use a knife, pruner, or
brush cutter to chop up the
ove>growth, If the tines become
tangled anywa> push the
switch to the "o" position to
turn the engine off complele|y
be[ore trying to clear them.

The optional Tine Detangler
(Item #1322) will clear tines in
a jifl_. Call your local authorized
MANTIS dealer,

Your M&NTIS
"Will Weed
Narrow

Tiller

Between

Rows!

Your MANTIS Tiller is a
precision weeder that easily fits m
tiOxt places. So don't be afraid to
weed awwhere: between plan_
and shrubs; in corners; against
[ences; on raised beds; in wide
rows; even in very narrow rows.
_Amr MANTIS Tiller weeds six*
to nme inches wide. So you can
run it in a tightly planted garden
without damaging your delicate
plants. That's good news for
suburban gardeners, who often
have to plant rows dose together!
*V,/ith optional Planter
Furrower attachment
(Item #6222.)

MAINTENANCE
Check the Air Filter Often
A wet or dirty air fiher can affect the
way your engine starts, performs, and
wears, So, it's a good idea to check }*our
air filter once a month.
If you work in dust}, soil, or if you
want to be on the saff_ side -- then
check your filter more often (for
instance, betore each use). But be sure
to replace it at least once a year, in the
spring or/all. Clean or change it as
needed. It is recommended
to change
the air filter yearly

How to Check,
Change

Clean

of the ai>cleaner cover, (See Picture 1,
or took up Key #1 in Air Cleaner Parts
Assembly on page 17,)
2. Take off the cover. Make sure to
clear the choke button. (Picture 2)

Order a new one directly fi'om our
Customer Service Dept. CalI 1-800366_6268o

3, The air filter is the pad on the
inside of the ai>cleaner cover. Check
whether it is soiled or moist

IMPORTANT!
blake
sure filter
is "seated"
properly
in the
cover. The filter must fit
snugly
inside
the rim that
holi[s the filter in place.

7 Insert your clean filter inside the
ai>cleaner cover.

4. If the air filter needs cleaning or
no longer fits properly; remove it. Just
lift an edge careRdly and 'peel" it out
(Picture 3)

installing the filter incorrectly will
cause engine damage and void the
warrant): Fit the cover back over the air
cleaner. (Again, make sure to clear the
choke buttom)

5. Use a brush to remove debris
fl'om the pa&

and

6. If the air filter is so dirty" that it
won't come clean, you m.ust replace it
or severe eng:ine damage will occur.

the Air Filter

1. Loosen the wing nut on _he side

8. Tighten the wing nut to secure the
cover.

Note:

Picture [

How

Picture 2

to Check
the

Worm

Housing

Gear

check

the lip on the Air Cleaner

Cover.

If the

lip is chipped

it should

be replaced.

dirt from

being

carburetor

into

ingested
the

or cracked,

This

Mll

prevent

through

inside

of the

the
engine.

Picture 3

the Grease

Level Inside

Please

the top of the housing_ If it doesn't, add
lithium #0 grease (Item 9985.) This is
the only- way to add grease to the worm
gear housin& (Picture 2) 'lb purchase
MANTIS grease, call your local
authorized
MANTIS dealer.

When we buih your MANI1S Tiller
we lubricated the worm gear housing
thoroughly

After you've used your Tiller [br a few
seasons_ check [or blockages in the fuel
tank and fuel filter. Such blockages can
keep your ?filler from stardngo

Please do not overfill. Too much
grease can create pressure, which could
cause seals to fail or the clutch to slip.

It is imperative
that you inspect the
grease level once a year: Simply remove
the cover plate on the worm gear
housing. (Picture I) Then check to
make sure the grease comes almost to

Picture

Clear Blockages
From
the Fuel Line & Filter:

Fuel

Filter

Clear any blockages you see in the
tank, fuel filter, or fuel line. Remember:
The fuel filter is located inside the tank.

Replacement:

(See Picture

Fuel filter to be changed at the end of
every season,

starting

3) Then use the normal

procedure

to start your Tiller.

2
Picture

Picture: 1

MAINTENANCE

(continued)
Then stop the engine after it
reaches operating ternperamre.

What

Engine

Now, turn the RED, high-speed
screw counter-clockwise all the way to
stop. °Then turn the WHITE, low
speed screw hali\vay between the
counter-clockwise and clockwise stop
positions.

to Do ff Your

Idles

Too High

What it your engine runs too last
.. or if the tines turn the instant you
start the Tiller? "x_9umay need to
adjust the idle screw (Key #19 under
Carburetor on page 17) by itself right
below the H and L screws. Gently turn
it counter-clockwise. _bu'll know
you've adjusted it correctly when the
axles do not turn at low idle.

V_rhat to Do ff Your

Engine

Runs

"Rough"

If your engine runs "rough" or
stalls, you may need to adjust the
carburetor and idle screws.

Picture

Now restart the engine to finish the
carburetor adjustment.

If you remove the air-cleaner coveL
you'll see the two carburetor,
adjustment
screws next to the choke
button. (Picture 1)
The "RED" screw is the HIGHspeed adjustment..The
"WHITE"
screw is the low speed adjustment.
First, remove the tines from the
axle_ Then start engine. Let it run for
two to three minutes.
"F:LASH" the
choke several times during the warmup to clear any air from the Fuel
system.

Run the engine at full speed two or
three seconds to clear out any excess
fiael. Then return to idle.
Now, accelerate the engine to flail
throttle several times to check for a
smooth transition from idle to high
speed.
If the engine hesitates turn the
WI!ITE, low-speed screw counte>
clockwise onecooled,
two-cycle
oil through
the spark-plug
hole into the
combustion chamber. (Picture 3) Leaving
the spark plug out slowly pull the starter
cord two or three times to coat the inside
of the cylinder +wall+
4. Replace the spark plug with a NGKBPMSY. A repIacement
spark plug is
included in the optional
Handy Item Kit
item # 8444.
5 Install the spark plug, but leave the
spark plug wire disconnected.
6. Clean the air fiher as described
Page 11.

7. Clean dirt, grass, and other
materials t?om the entire machine.

8. Wipe the tines with oil or spray
them with WD-40, to prevent rusting,
9. Oil the throttle cable and all -,qsible
moving parts (Do not remove the
engine cover.)
10. Replace the fuel filter.
1I. Check the grease level in the worm
gear housing, as described on page 11,

Your handles are now folded and ready
to store in a smaller area,
15. Do you have fuel left over from
last season? Dispose of it properly_ Buy
fresh oil and gasoline next season.

How

to Prepare

MANTIS

Your

Tiller

for

Restarting
Unfold _he handles into an upright
extended
position. Tighten the two
handle knobs (#40)

In the Spring, when you take your Tiller
out of storage, remove the spark plug.
Pull the star_er cord three or four times
to clean oil from the combustion
chamber

(Picture 4) Wipe oil from the spark
plug. Place the spark plug back into the
cylinder, Re-connect the spark plug wire
back on the spark plug. Then lollow the
steps on pages 9 & 10 to ret:uel and
restart your Tiller.

Again, Check
Carburetor.

if your Tiller won't restart in the
Spring -- or if it lacks its usual power
-- the carburetor
may need attention.
Follow the steps on page 19 for adjusting
the H and L screws. (Picture 5)

Check

Picture

the

the Spark

Picture

Picture 3

PLug Too.

If your 'Filler won't restart, or if it
lacks full power, the spark plug may be
at fault. Check to see if the plug is
fkmled with oil.,/black deposits. Clean or
replace it if it is. (Picture 6)
Also, check whether the center
electrode is rounded at the end,

Picture

or if the ground electrode is worn. If
either is the case, you should replace it
with a NGK_BPM8Y spark plug. Use a
19rmn or a 3/4" spark-plug
wrench to
install it. Adjust the plug gap to .024

12. Order new parts to replace any
that are badly worn or broken, Just coil
your local authorized MANTIS dealer.

,028 in. (0.6 to 0.7 ram)

13. Store your Tiller, in an upright
position, in a clean, dry place, "_bucan
store with the handles in an extended
position or folded down. (Picture 1)

22 ft.-lbs.

14. "Ib fold the handles, tbllow these
easy steps: Loosen the handle knobs
(#40), fold the handles forward (see
picture 1, inset). Tighten knob securel>

Caution:

the plug.

Do not

over

The correct
(24-30 n.m)

IMPORTANT

ti_titen

torque

is 18 to
P_cture 5

Picture

NOTE:

To avoid
threads,
the plug

possible
damage
to the
do not try to remove
from a hot aluminum

cylinder

head.

TROUBLE

SHOOTING

Problem
1° Tines don't turn when throttle
is depressed

Cause

Remedy-

+ Engine is not seated properly on the gear

+ Re+instaI1 engine following the instructions
on page I2 (How to reseat the _Tange).

2. Engine fails to start

O11switch is in +o" position,
*
+
*
,
*

No fuel in tank.
Fuel strainer clogged.
Fuel line clogged.
Spark plug shorted or fouled+
Spark plug is broken (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken)
, ignition lead wire shorted, broken or
disconnected from spark plug.
* Ignition inoperative
3_ Engine

4. Engine

hard to start.

continuously

floods.

'&'ater in gasoline

Move switch to _+12+

Fill Tank.
Replace Strainer.
Clean fuel line
Install new spark plug.
Replace spark plug.

Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug
Contact your local authorized

or stale fiael mixture.

Drain entire
fresh fuel.

system

dealer+

and refill with

+ lbo much oil i_ iuel mixture+

Drair_ and refill with correct

Engine under or over choked

*
-

Carbm,:tor
out of adjustmenL
Gasket leaks (carburetor
or cylinder
base gaske0+
Weak spark at spark plug.

If flooded by over choking, proceed
according to instructions iu operation+
section, If under choked, move choke
lever to dosed position m_d crank two or
three times.
See "Carbtxretor Adjustment'
Replace gaskets.
Contact

your

local authorized

mixture.

dealer+

Return the t:uel tank vent line to the
upright: position and place it under the
cyiinder cover in the small pocket" in
the cylinder cover

+ Fuel tank vent line is not in an
upright position.

5+ There is black smoke coming from
exhaust

* The muffler screen is clogged

* Clean carbon frorn mufIler screen (page 12)

6. Engine misses.

* Dirt in tuel line or carburetor.
+ Carburetor improperly adjusted+
* Spark plug fouled, broken or incorrect
gap setting_
* Weak or intermittent spark at spark plug.

+ Remove and clean.
* See '_Carburetor Adjustment2
* Clean or replace spark plug - set gap to
024-.028 in. (06-0.7 mm)
- Comact your local authorized dealer.

7+ Engine lacks power

*
,
+
+

Air filter clogged
Carburetor out of adjusnrmnt+
Muffler clogged
Clogged exhaust ports.

+ Spark Arrestor Clogged.
* Poor compression.
8+ Engine overheats.

+ Insut_icient oiI in fuel mixture
+ Air flow obstructed

Clean or replace air filter.
See "Carburetor A_ustment"
Clean carbon from muNer+
Remove muff lee rotate engine until the
piston is at top of cylinder. With a
wooden scraper or blunt tool. remove all
carbon from exhaust ports. Be carefu! not
to scratch or damage piston or cylinder
wails+ Blow out all loose ca_on with
compressed air+ Install muffler and gasket.
+ Clean Spark Arrestor
Contact your local authorized dealer.
o

+ Mix fueI as described iu slarting
instructions.
+ Clean flywheel cylinder fins and screen.

91 Engine noisy or knocking.

+ Spark plug in incorrect heat range.
* Beatings, piston ring or cylinder walls
are worn.

+ Replace x_ith plugs specified for engine.
+ Contact your local authorized dealer

i0. Engine stalls under load.

+ Carburetor adjustment mo 'leanY+
+

+ See 'Carburetor AdjustmentY
* Remove dust and dirt from between fi_s+

ENGINE
Dry Weight
I)pe

SPECIFICATIONS

.......

of Engine

2.8kg
....

-- 6 lbs., 3 ounces

Rotation .......
Bore ............

Air Cooled, Two stroke, Single-Cylinder,
Gasoline Engine
Clockwise,
viewed from TOP
32.2 mnr (1,268 in.)

Stroke

26.0 mm (1.04 in)

..........

Spark Plug ........
Fuel ...........

NGK BPMSY
Premixed
two stroke

Fuel Oil Ratio

50:1 ratio with MANTIS

Gasoline

.....

.........

Unleaded

SER CE

fuel
oil

Displacement
.....
Exhaust System ....
Carburetor .........
Ignition System ....

21.2 cc (1.294 cu. in,)
Spark arrester muffler
ZAMA diaphragm model C1U type
Flywheel magneto, capacitor discharge
ignition type
Starter ...........
Automatic rewind type
Oil ............
Designated, two-stroke, ai>cooled
engine oil
FueI Tank Capacity .0.5 lit. (17.0 oz)

(see page 7)

MAINTENANCE

GUIDE

Area

Maintenance

Frequency

Air Filter

Clean
Replace

Daily or every 4 hrs use
Every 3 mths. or 90 hrs. use

Fuel Filter

Inspect
Replace

Mor_th|y

Spark Plug

Clean
Replace

Every 3 mtbs. or 90 hrs_ use
6 months or 270 hrs. use

Carburetor

Check / Rebuild
Replace

6 months or 300 hrs. use
Yearly or 600 brs. use*

Cylinder Exhaust Port

Every 3 mths. or 90 hrs. use
luspect / Clean

Betore Use

Inspect / Clean

Monthly

Gear }lousing

Check Grease

Yearly

Trees

Inspect / Clean / Lubricate

After Use

Fuel Leaks

Inspect / Repair

Betore Use

Fasteners

Inspect / Tighten / Replace

Bet}:_reUse

Labels

Befure Use

Handles

Behare Use

Guards / Safety Devices

Inspect / Replace

Before Use

Fuel Line

Inspect / Replace

Monthly

Starter Rope

Monthly

Fuel Strainer

Replace

EveW 3 mths. or t00 hrs. use

Choke

Check

With each reo_t_aeling

Ignition .System

Clean
Replace

No maintenance
For coil and flywheel

Replacement w_tlbe required for commerdal use aher 600 hours. For CoT_sumeruse, cleaning every 6 months is required. Cleaning i_c[udes Rebuild Kils.
IMPORTANT:

Time Intervals

shown are rnaxinmm.

Actual use and your experience

will determine

the frequency

of required

maintenance.

Notes:

USING

THE BORDER

EDGER

ATTACHMENT

Your MANTIS Tiller has been
designed and built to accept a -,vide
range of MANTIS Tiller Attachments to
increase its usehalness in your lawn and
garden. And, all MANTIS Tiller Attachrrtents have been designed/br quick and
easy attachment to the Tiller or Engine.

How

Border

(Item #3222)

Picture

The most popular attachment, the
Border Edger can be used to create
clean, neat edges along walkways, or
around trees, shrubs, and garden beds.

2. Then slide the Edgerg wheel onto
the right axle,

Picture

The Border Edger has two parts: a
Wheel and a hardened steel blade, with
pointed tines.

How

4. Insert retaining pins on both le[t
and right axles.

Border

Edger

The foliowing instructions refer to
'right" and ' left" axles. Assume that
you're standing behind your Tillec as
you would for tilling and cultivating.
Some areas of your yard may harbor
roots and other underground
obstructions. In places like this you'll
want to edge your borders shallowly
(1" to 2" deep). Here's how to install
the Border Edger tor shallow edging:
I. First remove your tilling,,'
cultivating tines.

MANTIS

TILLER

2. Start your Tiller and pull your
MANTIS backward along the garden
edge. (Picture 2)

3. Now slide the Edger blade onto
the left axle. The blade's angled face
should bit the ground when you spin
the blade forward; do not operate tiller
without tine pins in place

the

E@r

i. Position your MANTIS Tiller so
that the Edger blade is right along (he
garden edge and the wheel is outside
(on the lawn, on the sidewalk,
wherever). (Picture I)

The Border Edger

to Install

to Use the

The Border
Handle

Special

Can

Projects!

1. Install the Edger lor deep edging,
as directed above. Then use it to cut
sod strips.
2. Edge and weed at the same time!
Just attach the Edger blade on one axle
and a Tiller fine on the other axle, "Mix
and match" blades; don't be afraid to
experiment.

Around walkways and garden beds,
you'll want to edge more deeply (3" to
4" deep). Here_ how to install the
Border Edger for that purpose:
1. Remove the tilling/cultivating
tines.

IMPORTANT
NOTE:
If you do a lot of edging, you'll
appredate
the Mk_NTIS Wheel Set
(Ire:m#9222.) It gives you added
stability, for even easier handling.

2 Slide the Edger_ blade onto the
right axle The bladeE pointed face
should hit the ground when you spin
the blade forward; do not operate tiller
without tine pins in place
3 Slide the wheel onto the left axle.
4. Insert retaining

Edger

_lborder the Wheel Set or any
MANTIS Attachment, call your local
authorized MANTIS dealen

pins on both sides.

ASSEMBLY
P/N 438LA

P/N 438RA

DIRECTION
D_RECTION

Raised

Hub

Teeth point
a Clockwise
Direction

Hub
in
....

When _o_1 look a a [me wiIh the aised

|TEI_NAME _q.TY
NAT_81AL
1 400254 1 Trigger Handle
Assm, RH
2 400255 I HandleAssm, LH
3 400224 2 Lower Handle Foid Down
4 400620 1 Label
5 148
1 Handle Brace
6
7

478
465

400908 !

*9 468
10 466

2 TbrotBe Ciip
1 Fender Guard
EngineAssm, SVo
5C/2
1 Drive Shaft
! Worm Gear

11 436
12 437A
13 651

Ho_sing
1 Gasket
1 Housing Cover
4 Rd Hd, Se#

14 423

Tapping Screw
1 Roller Bearing

tmb [amg

When yo_ i_ok at "Ine ,vdl de raised hub facing you
a_d the _eeth are poi_Im_g in a (OUNIER
Cn)CKW1S[:
_n_adm, ym_ a_ad a RIG[IT ;CIANI}MINE

ITIENNAME QTY MATernAL
!5 425
2 Worm Bearing

Race
16 424

17
18
19
20
2!
22

I
I
1
!
1
2

422
426
428
429
431
430

23 432
24 434
25 435

point in
a Counter C!ock_
wee Direction

Worm Thrust

Bearing
Worm Shaft
Worm Disk
Retaining Ring
Worm Gear
Tine Shaft
Worm Gear
Thrust Washer
2 Worm Gear
2
2

26 438RA I
27 438LA I
28 418-1 2

Bearing
Beark/g Seal
Bearing Sea!
Retainer
Ene Assm, (RT)
Tine Assm (LT)
Fine Retaining
Hair Pin

ITeMNA_E Q_
29 400218 1
30 487MA 1
31 4043
1

NATEmA[
Carrying Handle
Engine Label
Tine Label

32 458
33 4058

1 Relier Bearing
1 Mantis LabeI

34 410

2 Cap Screw 1/420 x 1" LG
4 Lock Nut 1/4 - 20
2 1/4 - 20 x 3" Bolt
2 Bolt 1/4-20 x
3/8" kg.
2 HandIe Ctamp
2 Bolt
2 Knob
2 Plug
1 Transmission
Assm.

35 972
36 470
37 140
38
39
40
41
42

377
400509
400510
400230
400010

* Also in Key #42

ITEM

SV-5C/2
ENGINE E4RTS
ASSEMBLIES

B _;t51_]€_20

Nl: ']AINI_{, PURGE PUMP

I_X}51_;_NSI]

BASE PURGE

----,,-

12533942¢_30

SCREW METERING LEVER P_N

_2537242B30

SWWEL

111

NI:_;1_3107_1

SItAFL TNR(YFrLE

125314139311

SCREW, THRUI_rLE VALVE

1253_715_30

CLI_VrHROTrL_
SIL'_

CA_URETOR

QTV, DESCRIPTION_S

PART
#

_25_2909a@

EAP, MIX'_URE LtMI EER- LOW SPE_iD

_25"{_)!a31g

NEEDLE

/253293903#

CAE M[XI URE L/MFIER - HIGH SPEED

125319i282t1

1253 _413 20

25
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.................

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GASKE'E METt RING DIAPHRAGM

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GASKET

MVFFLER,&

GASKET, fUEL PUMP

TnRorr E

KIT

ITEM

PART #

QTY

DESCRIPTION

/ REMARKS
I_M

13032611522

PART #

QTY. DESCRIPTION

/ REMARKS

COVEK A_R CLEANER
19

Aaiu_IIlI0S2t

NKFFLER

S(REEN,MLEFLER

4 lsos_c_4s(_t
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23 14586240630
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SEACER

17881005230

GROMMET

::9
10

BOLD Indicates New Pa_

..........................

AO211DIl_N

EARB/;RETOR

_._;_123805020

SCRE'@ 5X20

-- Ell-KS2

SV-5C/2 ENGINE PARTS

BLOCK

FUELTANK
2

A ER_)/_550

CYLINDER

vio_:_l_-a_i
l_

_,_r _ {,FY_
DEscmmoNREmRKS
2

_3R_528230

SPACER

V4711_i23{}

PIPE, FI_EI

P02_007712

10{R)1311520

PIN, PISTON

10{5_314i
152(}

SPACER, P_S'ION PIS;

V55300(_)10

BEi'_RING ,NEED_ E

1002_242031

OIL SEAL

i_i_:_x._)N

3X5X2 0MM/BtlKOgI']ON:9(}{}i4

7 ._z05ov_:o _ PILre_rmance and dmabibty
warramy obligations o_;the mamd;acturer.
-'['he owner is responsible
SPECIFIC

EMISSION

for the pertormance

- Fuel injection Assembly or replaceable compo*_ents
Electronic Ignition System
* Catalytic Converter / Mtdtler Assembly

DEFECT

1S NOT

COVERED

BY THE EPA PHASE

described

or repairs on emission-related

maintenance

parts, and

or repai_'s, and shall not _:duce the

in the operators manual.

PARTS:

- Choke

WHAT

may be used m non-warranty

of the required maintenance

WARRANTED

maimenance

- Carlmretor
- Air Filter

(complete

assembly or replaceable

components)

- Spark Plug

2/CALIFORNIA

TIER III

2005

& LATER

SMALL

OFF

ROAD

ENGINE

EMISSIONS

\¥?kRRANTY?

,Any f!_iturc caused }_yabuse, nrglecL imprope_ maititenance.
,Any.fl_ilun, caused by unappr_wed modifications, _se _?funapp_nved aM-on parts/mod{fied parts or unapp_r>ved accessories.

19 ¸

, NTIS
LIMED

LLER

MANTIS extends this limited warranty against
defects in material and workmanship for a
period of five (5) years for nodal residential
purposes and two (2) years for commercial use
from the date of purchase, to the first retail
purchaser and each subsequent owner, during
the warranty period. This warranty covers ail
portiorm of the MANTIS TILLER
MANTIS will repair or replace, at its option, aW
part or parts of the product proven to be
defective in material or workmanship under
normal usage during the warranty period.
Warranty repairs and replacemenm will be made
without charge [or parts or labor. All parm
replaced under warranty will be considered as
part of the original product, and aW warranty on
the replaced parts ,s4it expire coincident ,xith the
original product warmnb: If you think your
MANTIS TILLER is defi:ctive in material or
workmanship, you must send it, along with your
proof of pumMse (sales receipt) to:
Mantis
1028 Street Road
Southarrq)ton, PA 18966
You are responsible for pickup and delivery
charges; the product must be returned to us
postage paid.

MANTIS assumes no responsibility in the e:%nt
that the product was not assembled or used in
compliance with aW assembly; care, safety, or
operating instructions contained in the Ownerg
Manual or accompanying the product; was not
used vdth reasonable care or requires replacement
or repair due to accidents or lack of proper
maintenance; or was misused, ahered, used for

Specifications,

descriptions,

and illustrative

rnaterial in this literature

_) 2009 Mantis, Division d Schiiler Grounds Care, Ioc,

other than normal or intended purposes. This
warranty does not cover damage due to nonnaI
wear and tear.
You must maintain your MANTIS TILLER by
following the mamtenance procedures
described in the owner's manual. Such routine
maintenance, whether performed
dealer, is at your expense.

by you or a

MANTIS MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLtED
WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS
EXCEPT THOSE CONTAINED HEREIN. THE
DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARILA_NTY,
INCLUDING MERCHAN'D_BILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WRITTEN LIMITED \_v_A_RRANTY.
MANTIS
DISCL4IMS ALL LIABIMTY FOR INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL AND!OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES IN CONNECTION
WITH THE USE
OF THE MANTIS PRODUCTS COVERED BY
THIS VviARRANT'fl SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPMED \VARKANTY LASTS AND/OR DO
NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR
MMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO TI:LaS
ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY
NOT APPt2f TO YOU. THIS V_&RRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND
YOU MAY ALSO _ _'X/E OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH \_4F,Y FROM STATES TO STATE.
MANTIS
1028 Street Road
Southampton,
PA 18966
(215) 3550700

am as accura:_e as known at the lime of publication,

but are subject to change without notice

P/N 401710 1/09
Printed in USA

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