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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: PRRT65 REAR TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in U.S.A. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 194800 11.10.04 TR Printed in serious injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: PRRT65 REAR TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in U.S.A. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 194800 11.10.04 TR Printed in serious injury.
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...2 BECOME ALERT!!! CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it is generally a warning of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in hard ground. PREPARATION • Thoroughly inspect the area ...stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for all persons, particularly small children, and pets. Stay alert for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read the Manual carefully. Vibration is highly flammable. • Use an approved fuel container. • Never ...
...2 BECOME ALERT!!! CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it is generally a warning of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in hard ground. PREPARATION • Thoroughly inspect the area ...stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for all persons, particularly small children, and pets. Stay alert for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read the Manual carefully. Vibration is highly flammable. • Use an approved fuel container. • Never ...
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...by the operator. If a spark arrester is used, it should not be maintained in maintaining, caring for spark arrester. See your tiller properly. Please read and retain this unit. In the state of California, a spark arrester is equipped with a spark arrester meeting... 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (Above 40°F/4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 40°F/4°C) Champion RC12YC CONGRATULATIONS on your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual. Federal laws apply on federal lands. Should you experience any...
...by the operator. If a spark arrester is used, it should not be maintained in maintaining, caring for spark arrester. See your tiller properly. Please read and retain this unit. In the state of California, a spark arrester is equipped with a spark arrester meeting... 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (Above 40°F/4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 40°F/4°C) Champion RC12YC CONGRATULATIONS on your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual. Federal laws apply on federal lands. Should you experience any...
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To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pair of those parts left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means ... proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench FRONT LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left...
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pair of those parts left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means ... proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench FRONT LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left...
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..., BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLES. • While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to remove tiller from handle assembly. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to aid in keeping lock in lowest position will allow for easier adjustment.... • Place flat . • Lower the handle assembly. SIDE OF TILLER HANDLE ASSEMBLY GEARCASE NOTCH HANDLE LOCK • Grasp handle assembly. HANDLE ASSEMBLY "UP" POSITION TIGHTEN HANDLE LOCK LEVER TO HOLD LOOSEN HANDLE ...
..., BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLES. • While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties securing handle assembly to remove tiller from handle assembly. Screw in handle lock lever just enough to aid in keeping lock in lowest position will allow for easier adjustment.... • Place flat . • Lower the handle assembly. SIDE OF TILLER HANDLE ASSEMBLY GEARCASE NOTCH HANDLE LOCK • Grasp handle assembly. HANDLE ASSEMBLY "UP" POSITION TIGHTEN HANDLE LOCK LEVER TO HOLD LOOSEN HANDLE ...
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...bar bracket. SHIFT ROD HAIRPIN CLIP SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR CONTROL BAR CLUTCH CABLE CONTROL BAR BRACKET END OF CLUTCH CABLE FIG. 6 FIG. 7 REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE • Make sure shift lever indicator is important for shipping purposes. HANDLE HEIGHT • Handle height may be adjusted to better ...suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in "N" position (See Fig. 7) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. Correct and equal tire pressure is in the Service and Adjustments section of shift rod to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2).
...bar bracket. SHIFT ROD HAIRPIN CLIP SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR CONTROL BAR CLUTCH CABLE CONTROL BAR BRACKET END OF CLUTCH CABLE FIG. 6 FIG. 7 REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE • Make sure shift lever indicator is important for shipping purposes. HANDLE HEIGHT • Handle height may be adjusted to better ...suit operator. (See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in "N" position (See Fig. 7) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. Correct and equal tire pressure is in the Service and Adjustments section of shift rod to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2).
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...Used to protect small plants from being buried. LEVELING SHIELD - RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - SHIFT LEVER - These symbols may appear on your tiller to the safety standards of various controls and adjustments. Used when starting a cold engine. Adjustable to shift transmission gears. Used to engage ...CONTROL SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR DEPTH STAKE LEVELING SHIELD OUTER SIDE SHIELD RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FIG. 8 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to familiarize yourself with the product. Controls depth at which gear the transmission is in literature supplied with the ...
...Used to protect small plants from being buried. LEVELING SHIELD - RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - SHIFT LEVER - These symbols may appear on your tiller to the safety standards of various controls and adjustments. Used when starting a cold engine. Adjustable to shift transmission gears. Used to engage ...CONTROL SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR DEPTH STAKE LEVELING SHIELD OUTER SIDE SHIELD RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FIG. 8 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to familiarize yourself with the product. Controls depth at which gear the transmission is in literature supplied with the ...
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...the drive control bar. DEPTH STAKE PIN "RELEASED" POSITION REVERSE - DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10) The depth stake can be set at any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into another position. • Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to cultivate. STOPPING (See Fig. 9)... SIDE SHIELD depth_stake_1 "LOCKED" POSITION HARD TO SHIFT GEARS FIG. 11 • Briefly engage drive control bar and release or rock tiller TURNING forward and backward until are able to start engine. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before adding fuel and oil or attempting to...
...the drive control bar. DEPTH STAKE PIN "RELEASED" POSITION REVERSE - DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 10) The depth stake can be set at any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into another position. • Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to cultivate. STOPPING (See Fig. 9)... SIDE SHIELD depth_stake_1 "LOCKED" POSITION HARD TO SHIFT GEARS FIG. 11 • Briefly engage drive control bar and release or rock tiller TURNING forward and backward until are able to start engine. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before adding fuel and oil or attempting to...
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...YARD • Release the depth stake pin. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain fuel tank. • Transport in upright position to allow tiller engine and muffler to desired position (both sides). CAUTION: Fill to within 30 days to keep feet and legs away from being careful... problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of leaded gasoline will take extra pulls of this manual. Drain the gas tank, start tiller movement. Never use gasoline near an open flame. When starting engine. • To change oil for transporting the...
...YARD • Release the depth stake pin. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain fuel tank. • Transport in upright position to allow tiller engine and muffler to desired position (both sides). CAUTION: Fill to within 30 days to keep feet and legs away from being careful... problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of leaded gasoline will take extra pulls of this manual. Drain the gas tank, start tiller movement. Never use gasoline near an open flame. When starting engine. • To change oil for transporting the...
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... (3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller,start of this manual. Depending on your tilling operation. • Do not lean on handle or lower the depth stake. 4 3 2 1 5 6... turn to open position. • Move choke control to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with throttle in slow position (mid-way between passes. TINE SHEAR PINS The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches The tine assemblies ...
... (3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller,start of this manual. Depending on your tilling operation. • Do not lean on handle or lower the depth stake. 4 3 2 1 5 6... turn to open position. • Move choke control to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with throttle in slow position (mid-way between passes. TINE SHEAR PINS The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches The tine assemblies ...
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...A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should replace the spark plug, clean... c WHEEL HUB c LEVELING SHIELD HINGES cSAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL deREPEF#E1RGTROEAMSAEINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION 11 All adjustments in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. Service more often when operating under...
...A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should replace the spark plug, clean... c WHEEL HUB c LEVELING SHIELD HINGES cSAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL deREPEF#E1RGTROEAMSAEINTENANCE "ENGINE" SECTION 11 All adjustments in this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. Service more often when operating under...
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.... 18 12 Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to enter the engine. • Refill engine with extension.) • Tip tiller forward to drain oil. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. • Remove oil filler plug...Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor. • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat least once a year if the tiller is on tiller, and catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. Prevent fires! Check your expected temperature. Add SAE 30 motor...
.... 18 12 Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to enter the engine. • Refill engine with extension.) • Tip tiller forward to drain oil. • After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely. • Remove oil filler plug...Clean base carefully to prevent debris from entering carburetor. • Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat least once a year if the tiller is on tiller, and catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. Prevent fires! Check your expected temperature. Add SAE 30 motor...
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... your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized water (garden hose, etc.) to clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of ... tamper with automotive type wax. 13 If your engine is air cooled. BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN engine_art_61 FIG. 19 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. TRANSMISSION Once a season, lubricate the right hand side gear case grease fitting with a spark arrester screen ...
... your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized water (garden hose, etc.) to clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your tiller. • Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of ... tamper with automotive type wax. 13 If your engine is air cooled. BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN engine_art_61 FIG. 19 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. TRANSMISSION Once a season, lubricate the right hand side gear case grease fitting with a spark arrester screen ...
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... WASHER HEX NUT AND WASHER (LOCATED BEHIND TIRE) SCREW AND WASHER HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN FIG. 22 14 Handle height will pull to keep tiller from tipping. • Remove outer side shield by removing nuts "A" and "B". • Remove inner side shield by removing nuts "C" and "D". • ...REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 21) • Place blocks under transmission to one side. • Keep tires free of tire pressure. Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch. • Remove two (2) screws from side of belt guard. • Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of removal, remove hairpin ...
... WASHER HEX NUT AND WASHER (LOCATED BEHIND TIRE) SCREW AND WASHER HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN FIG. 22 14 Handle height will pull to keep tiller from tipping. • Remove outer side shield by removing nuts "A" and "B". • Remove inner side shield by removing nuts "C" and "D". • ...REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 21) • Place blocks under transmission to one side. • Keep tires free of tire pressure. Pull wheel out from tiller about 1 inch. • Remove two (2) screws from side of belt guard. • Remove hex nut and washer from bottom of removal, remove hairpin ...
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..., worn tines cannot chop and shred organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as shown in Fig. 26. A badly worn tine causes your tiller to be replaced. • To maintain the superb tilling performance of this worn needs to work harder and dig more shallow. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE...
..., worn tines cannot chop and shred organic matter as effectively nor bury it as deeply as shown in Fig. 26. A badly worn tine causes your tiller to be replaced. • To maintain the superb tilling performance of this worn needs to work harder and dig more shallow. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE...
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...IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL...oil. • Replace with gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement ...
...IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL...oil. • Replace with gasoline in the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement ...
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Bad spark plug or improper gap. 4. Engine is not engaged. 2. Clogged fuel tank. 9. Drive control bar is overloaded. 2. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Tines will not rotate 1. Remove fuel tank and clean. 7. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Contact an authorized service center/department. 1. Inspect/adjust V-belt. 3. ...
Bad spark plug or improper gap. 4. Engine is not engaged. 2. Clogged fuel tank. 9. Drive control bar is overloaded. 2. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Tines will not rotate 1. Remove fuel tank and clean. 7. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Contact an authorized service center/department. 1. Inspect/adjust V-belt. 3. ...