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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. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HDF900 FRONT TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this machine. The use in U.S.A. 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.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com Gasoline containing up to do so can result in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HDF900 FRONT TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this machine. The use in U.S.A. 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.
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... surfaces. It means CAUTION!!! Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any enclosure. • Always refer to better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set of the equipment. NOTE: Gives...not restrain the machine. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for hidden hazards or traffic. IMPORTANT - Look for important details if the tiller is to prevent accidental starting when setting up spilled fuel before starting motors. • Never attempt to a running (except where...
... surfaces. It means CAUTION!!! Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any enclosure. • Always refer to better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set of the equipment. NOTE: Gives...not restrain the machine. SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for hidden hazards or traffic. IMPORTANT - Look for important details if the tiller is to prevent accidental starting when setting up spilled fuel before starting motors. • Never attempt to a running (except where...
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... the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new tiller. Should you experience any problems you the best possible dependability and performance. The instructions will enable ...CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service...
... the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new tiller. Should you experience any problems you the best possible dependability and performance. The instructions will enable ...CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service...
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...FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of your tiller all parts and hardware you are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. To ensure safe and proper operation... of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left unassembled for shipping purposes. ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind...
...FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Screwdriver (1) Pair of your tiller all parts and hardware you are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. To ensure safe and proper operation... of pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left unassembled for shipping purposes. ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind...
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...Service and Adjustments section of this manual). Slowly lift handle assembly up, route cable(s) as shown. Tighten securely. IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • The handle may be adjusted to better...section of this manual). Tighten nut "A". • Depth stake must not touch the muffler. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid. • Remove screws securing depth stake to engine brackets with desired handle panel hole and slot. • Loosely...
...Service and Adjustments section of this manual). Slowly lift handle assembly up, route cable(s) as shown. Tighten securely. IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • The handle may be adjusted to better...section of this manual). Tighten nut "A". • Depth stake must not touch the muffler. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid. • Remove screws securing depth stake to engine brackets with desired handle panel hole and slot. • Loosely...
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...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. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Controls engine speed. 6 ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH - These... symbols may appear on your tiller to familiarize yourself with the product. DEPTH STAKE - Compare the illustrations with your Tiller or in forward direction. Controls forward speed and the depth CHOKE CONTROL - and disables the ...
...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. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Controls engine speed. 6 ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH - These... symbols may appear on your tiller to familiarize yourself with the product. DEPTH STAKE - Compare the illustrations with your Tiller or in forward direction. Controls forward speed and the depth CHOKE CONTROL - and disables the ...
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.... IMPORTANT: TO STOP ENGINE IN AN EMERGENCY, TURN THE ENGINE SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to start engine. depth_stake_4 HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN THROTTLE CONTROL FUEL VALVE ENGINE SWITCH Fig. 5 STAKE... hearing. Change wheel position. STOPPING (See Fig. 5) TINES 1. Also, the more the depth stake is regulated by the position of any tiller can result in severe eye damage. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis...
.... IMPORTANT: TO STOP ENGINE IN AN EMERGENCY, TURN THE ENGINE SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to start engine. depth_stake_4 HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN THROTTLE CONTROL FUEL VALVE ENGINE SWITCH Fig. 5 STAKE... hearing. Change wheel position. STOPPING (See Fig. 5) TINES 1. Also, the more the depth stake is regulated by the position of any tiller can result in severe eye damage. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis...
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...near an open flame. If gasoline is accidentally spilled, move fuel from engine. 2. Wipe off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to assure fuel freshness. Do not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in upright position to allow for fuel expansion. ... and to the "ON" position. 4. Move the throttle lever away from fuel tank. OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to point of overflowing. Disconnect spark plug wire. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain fuel tank. ...
...near an open flame. If gasoline is accidentally spilled, move fuel from engine. 2. Wipe off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to assure fuel freshness. Do not store, spill or use engine or carburetor cleaner products in upright position to allow for fuel expansion. ... and to the "ON" position. 4. Move the throttle lever away from fuel tank. OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to point of overflowing. Disconnect spark plug wire. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain fuel tank. ...
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...little effort from the operator. 9 Fig. 10 Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Fig. 8 4 3 2 1 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER 5 6 7 Break-in order to uproot weeds and leave the ground in the soil being tilled. See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in the Service and Adjustments...wheels and depth stake are accustomed to prevent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tiller, start the engine, gradually move forward, lift up and down and engage tine control to excessive bounce and difficult handling of ...
...little effort from the operator. 9 Fig. 10 Loose, unpacked soil helps root growth. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Fig. 8 4 3 2 1 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER 5 6 7 Break-in order to uproot weeds and leave the ground in the soil being tilled. See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in the Service and Adjustments...wheels and depth stake are accustomed to prevent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tiller, start the engine, gradually move forward, lift up and down and engage tine control to excessive bounce and difficult handling of ...
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...OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION 10 Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must...in high ambient temperatures. 2 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE BEEEEVVVFEEEORRRYYYRE55205EHAHHOCOOUHUURRRSUSSSE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points...
...OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL TO MAINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION 10 Service more often when operating under a heavy load or in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must...in high ambient temperatures. 2 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE BEEEEVVVFEEEORRRYYYRE55205EHAHHOCOOUHUURRRSUSSSE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points...
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... pressurized air to fall into carburetor. • Clean by tapping gently on each side of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used to clean cartridge. They may cause burns. OIL FILLER PLUG 3!%ª6)3#/3)49ª'2!$%3 OIL DRAIN PLUG OIL LEVEL 4%-0%2!452%ª...air cleaner screws, one year. Do not oil cartridge. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to avoid possible engine damage from tank before oil change. Clean muffler area of engine. Fig. 12 AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 13) Service air...
... pressurized air to fall into carburetor. • Clean by tapping gently on each side of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used to clean cartridge. They may cause burns. OIL FILLER PLUG 3!%ª6)3#/3)49ª'2!$%3 OIL DRAIN PLUG OIL LEVEL 4%-0%2!452%ª...air cleaner screws, one year. Do not oil cartridge. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to avoid possible engine damage from tank before oil change. Clean muffler area of engine. Fig. 12 AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 13) Service air...
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...and inspection. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Spark plug type and gap setting are hot. CLEANING Do not clean your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. Water in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. We do not recommend using... comes first. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. 12 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. For proper engine performance and long life keep water out. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. Replace if damaged. MAINTENANCE...
...and inspection. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Spark plug type and gap setting are hot. CLEANING Do not clean your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. Water in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. We do not recommend using... comes first. of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. 12 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. For proper engine performance and long life keep water out. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. Replace if damaged. MAINTENANCE...
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... plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation. tine_6 Fig. 15 INNER TINES ONLY TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. Fig. 18 NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be against control body and all slack removed from inner ...; Remove outer tines. Select handle height best suited for your tilling or cultivating needs. 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 hubs to correct side of control cable when control...
... plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation. tine_6 Fig. 15 INNER TINES ONLY TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. Fig. 18 NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be against control body and all slack removed from inner ...; Remove outer tines. Select handle height best suited for your tilling or cultivating needs. 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 hubs to correct side of control cable when control...
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...your unit to give protection from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can starts to form and will cause your tiller for storage at the customers expense, may be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. sand lightly before storing in the...stabilizer to gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual). OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt ...
...your unit to give protection from one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can starts to form and will cause your tiller for storage at the customers expense, may be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet. sand lightly before storing in the...stabilizer to gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual). OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt ...