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ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com Gasoline containing up to do so can result in serious injury. Failure to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 115 73 27-32 Rev. 2 02.04.16 BY Printed in this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. The use in U.S.A. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HDF900 FRONT TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this machine.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com Gasoline containing up to do so can result in serious injury. Failure to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 115 73 27-32 Rev. 2 02.04.16 BY Printed in this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. The use in U.S.A. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HDF900 FRONT TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this machine.
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...put hands or feet near the unit. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without proper instruction. • Keep the area of operation clear of instructions. CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire ...a running (except where specifically recommended by the manufacturer for all moving parts have stopped. Stay alert for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read this Manual carefully. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE • Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in order to prevent ...
...put hands or feet near the unit. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without proper instruction. • Keep the area of operation clear of instructions. CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire ...a running (except where specifically recommended by the manufacturer for all moving parts have stopped. Stay alert for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read this Manual carefully. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE • Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in order to prevent ...
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.... SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you cannot easily remedy, please contact your tiller properly. Please read and retain this unit. The instructions will enable you to service or repair this manual. Should you experience any problems you the...) SPARK PLUG : (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) 3 Quarts (2.8L) SAE 30 (Above 32°F ) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) NGK-BPR6ES TORCH-F6RTC CONGRATULATIONS on your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new...
.... SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you cannot easily remedy, please contact your tiller properly. Please read and retain this unit. The instructions will enable you to service or repair this manual. Should you experience any problems you the...) SPARK PLUG : (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) 3 Quarts (2.8L) SAE 30 (Above 32°F ) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F) NGK-BPR6ES TORCH-F6RTC CONGRATULATIONS on your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new...
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... been assembled at the factory with exception of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left ... hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. Standard wrench sizes are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. FRONT overhead_views_8 LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S POSITION Fig. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (1) Manual (4) Washers 3/8 x ...
... been assembled at the factory with exception of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left ... hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. Standard wrench sizes are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. FRONT overhead_views_8 LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S POSITION Fig. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (1) Manual (4) Washers 3/8 x ...
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...before first use. (See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in the Service and Adjustments section of cartoning material. IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • The handle may be assembled ...all hardware securely. TILLING WIDTH • Tilling width may be adjusted to engine brackets with bolts, lock washers and nuts. HANDLE PANEL TILLER HANDLE CABLE TILLER HANDLE HANDLE PANEL BOLTS NUT LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHERS HEX BOLTS 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) •...
...before first use. (See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in the Service and Adjustments section of cartoning material. IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • The handle may be assembled ...all hardware securely. TILLING WIDTH • Tilling width may be adjusted to engine brackets with bolts, lock washers and nuts. HANDLE PANEL TILLER HANDLE CABLE TILLER HANDLE HANDLE PANEL BOLTS NUT LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHERS HEX BOLTS 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) •...
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...CONTROL - FORWARD TINE CONTROL - The fuel valve opens and closes the pas- Save this manual for future reference. at which the tiller will dig. Learn and understand their meaning. FORWARD TINE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL FUEL VALVE ENGINE ON/ OFF SWITCH ...RECOIL STARTER HANDLE TINE SHIELD TINES Fig. 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to start the engine. ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH - The engine switch enables sage between the fuel tank and the carburetor. RECOIL ...
...CONTROL - FORWARD TINE CONTROL - The fuel valve opens and closes the pas- Save this manual for future reference. at which the tiller will dig. Learn and understand their meaning. FORWARD TINE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL FUEL VALVE ENGINE ON/ OFF SWITCH ...RECOIL STARTER HANDLE TINE SHIELD TINES Fig. 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to start the engine. ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH - The engine switch enables sage between the fuel tank and the carburetor. RECOIL ...
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... switch to hearing. TINE OPERATION (See Fig. 5) • Squeeze tine control to penetrate the ground. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to handle. Change wheel position. STOPPING (See Fig. 5) TINES 1. Release tine control to the "OFF" Position...the tines will dig. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before adding fuel and oil or attempting to operate all controls before starting your tiller and while tilling. HANDLES? THROTTLE CONTROL 1 TINE CONTROL "OFF" (UP) POSITION TINE CONTROL "ON" (DOWN) POSITION ENGINE SWITCH FUEL ...
... switch to hearing. TINE OPERATION (See Fig. 5) • Squeeze tine control to penetrate the ground. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to handle. Change wheel position. STOPPING (See Fig. 5) TINES 1. Release tine control to the "OFF" Position...the tines will dig. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before adding fuel and oil or attempting to operate all controls before starting your tiller and while tilling. HANDLES? THROTTLE CONTROL 1 TINE CONTROL "OFF" (UP) POSITION TINE CONTROL "ON" (DOWN) POSITION ENGINE SWITCH FUEL ...
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...ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL. ADD GASOLINE • Fill to allow for fuel expansion. Use fresh fuel next season. Tilt tiller back on page 3 of fuel tank to prevent spills and to within 1/2" of top of this manual. Do not let starter handle snap...can damage the fuel system of ignition until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to prevent oil leakage. With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug. 3. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system ...
...ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL. ADD GASOLINE • Fill to allow for fuel expansion. Use fresh fuel next season. Tilt tiller back on page 3 of fuel tank to prevent spills and to within 1/2" of top of this manual. Do not let starter handle snap...can damage the fuel system of ignition until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to prevent oil leakage. With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug. 3. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system ...
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...rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds and grass (See Fig. 10). NOTE: A WARM ENGINE REQUIRES LESS CHOKING TO START. 8. A tiller will help tiller move it . • Set depth stake and wheel height for five minutes. • Check tine operation and adjust if necessary. Depending on handles... to start the engine, gradually move forward, lift up for doing this. Hard soil should be pulling itself, and you are straining or tiller is destroying the weeds between tilled rows. (See Fig. 9) There are accustomed to the opposite position as the engine warms up and down...
...rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds and grass (See Fig. 10). NOTE: A WARM ENGINE REQUIRES LESS CHOKING TO START. 8. A tiller will help tiller move it . • Set depth stake and wheel height for five minutes. • Check tine operation and adjust if necessary. Depending on handles... to start the engine, gradually move forward, lift up for doing this. Hard soil should be pulling itself, and you are straining or tiller is destroying the weeds between tilled rows. (See Fig. 9) There are accustomed to the opposite position as the engine warms up and down...
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...- Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in dirty or dusty conditions. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter...properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in this...
...- Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in dirty or dusty conditions. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter...properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in this...
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...8226; Remove air cleaner cover. • Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tiller is used for maintenance. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation section of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Do not oil...cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to drain oil. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. • Remove oil filler plug. Tighten ...
...8226; Remove air cleaner cover. • Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tiller is used for maintenance. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation section of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Do not oil...cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to drain oil. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. • Remove oil filler plug. Tighten ...
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...long life keep water out. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will shorten the useful life of your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. CLEANING Do not clean your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized ...water (garden hose, etc.) to keep your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot. CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER AIR SCREEN Fig. 14 BLOWER HOUSING SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the ...
...long life keep water out. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will shorten the useful life of your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. CLEANING Do not clean your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized ...water (garden hose, etc.) to keep your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot. CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER AIR SCREEN Fig. 14 BLOWER HOUSING SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the ...
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... to raise tines off the ground. • Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines. ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS (ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER) MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24" PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes "A" in tine shaft. CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear gloves or other... Fig. 16) • Assemble holes "A" in tine shaft. tine_6 Fig. 15 INNER TINES ONLY TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. Tighten cable clip. 13 Handle height will be assembled in several different ways to holes "B" in tine hubs to suit...
... to raise tines off the ground. • Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines. ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS (ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER) MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24" PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes "A" in tine shaft. CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear gloves or other... Fig. 16) • Assemble holes "A" in tine shaft. tine_6 Fig. 15 INNER TINES ONLY TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. Tighten cable clip. 13 Handle height will be assembled in several different ways to holes "B" in tine hubs to suit...
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... (See "ENGINE" in any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 15 WARNING: Never store the tiller with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before storing in... be performed by any enclosure. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to gasoline in the tank inside a building where ...
... (See "ENGINE" in any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 15 WARNING: Never store the tiller with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before storing in... be performed by any enclosure. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to gasoline in the tank inside a building where ...
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... and regap or change oil. 2. Remove fuel tank and clean. 9. Clean/replace muffler. 12. Partially plugged muffler. 1. Ground too dry and hard. 2. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Replace spark plug or adjust gap. 7. Hard to start. 6. Replace spark plug or adjust gap. 4. Low oil level/dirty oil. 4. Dirty engine air...
... and regap or change oil. 2. Remove fuel tank and clean. 9. Clean/replace muffler. 12. Partially plugged muffler. 1. Ground too dry and hard. 2. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Replace spark plug or adjust gap. 7. Hard to start. 6. Replace spark plug or adjust gap. 4. Low oil level/dirty oil. 4. Dirty engine air...