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...for hidden hazards or traffic. it cannot contact spark plug in hard ground. Look behind and use of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without wearing adequate outer garments. CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR ... to a running (except where specifically recommended by attempting to stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. IMPORTANT - BECOME ALERT!!! CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug ...
...for hidden hazards or traffic. it cannot contact spark plug in hard ground. Look behind and use of the tiller. • Never operate the tiller without wearing adequate outer garments. CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR ... to a running (except where specifically recommended by attempting to stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. IMPORTANT - BECOME ALERT!!! CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug ...
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... YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Please read and retain this Owner's Manual. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH... 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. We have competent, well...
... YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR SPARK ARRESTER. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Please read and retain this Owner's Manual. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH... 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. We have competent, well...
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... ensure safe and proper operation of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of your tiller all parts and hardware you are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely...
... ensure safe and proper operation of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of your tiller all parts and hardware you are in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely...
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... Service and Adjustments section of this manual). depth_stake_4 ENGINE BRACKET HALVES NUT "A" DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT STAKE SPRING HANDLE PANEL CABLE(S) TILLER HANDLES LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE FLAT WASHER &4 (ANDLEª0ANEL? HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1-1/4" HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" 02051 HANDLE PANEL BOLTS ...to skid and discard the screws. Repeat for opposite side. Tighten all hardware securely. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid. • Remove screws securing depth stake to better handle your tilling conditions (See "TINE ARRANGEMENT" in the...
... Service and Adjustments section of this manual). depth_stake_4 ENGINE BRACKET HALVES NUT "A" DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT STAKE SPRING HANDLE PANEL CABLE(S) TILLER HANDLES LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE FLAT WASHER &4 (ANDLEª0ANEL? HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1-1/4" HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" 02051 HANDLE PANEL BOLTS ...to skid and discard the screws. Repeat for opposite side. Tighten all hardware securely. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid. • Remove screws securing depth stake to better handle your tilling conditions (See "TINE ARRANGEMENT" in the...
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... to the safety standards of various controls and adjustments. Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. FORWARD TINE CONTROL - direction. THROTTLE CONTROL - direction. 6 FORWARD TINE CONTROL REVERSE TINE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE RECOIL ...STARTER HANDLE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL TINE SHIELD TINES Fig. 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to start the engine. CHOKE CONTROL - Compare the illustrations with your Tiller or in literature supplied with the location of the American National Standards Institute. Used when starting a ...
... to the safety standards of various controls and adjustments. Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. FORWARD TINE CONTROL - direction. THROTTLE CONTROL - direction. 6 FORWARD TINE CONTROL REVERSE TINE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE RECOIL ...STARTER HANDLE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL TINE SHIELD TINES Fig. 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to start the engine. CHOKE CONTROL - Compare the illustrations with your Tiller or in literature supplied with the location of the American National Standards Institute. Used when starting a ...
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...the deeper the tines will dig. The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to desired position. FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN "ON" (DOWN) POSITION depth_stake_4 handles_94 HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS ... of the depth stake and wheel height. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to stop forward move - ENGINE • Move throttle control to "STOP" position. • Never use choke to operate all controls...
...the deeper the tines will dig. The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to desired position. FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN "ON" (DOWN) POSITION depth_stake_4 handles_94 HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS ... of the depth stake and wheel height. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to stop forward move - ENGINE • Move throttle control to "STOP" position. • Never use choke to operate all controls...
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...assure fuel freshness. 8 temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may occur. Wipe off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to cool. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should ...in "FAST" position. See Storage Instructions for additional information. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) • With engine level, refill to allow tiller engine and muffler to desired location. OIL LEVEL • Move choke control to bottom of filler neck. Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand ...
...assure fuel freshness. 8 temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may occur. Wipe off the ground. • Push or pull tiller to cool. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should ...in "FAST" position. See Storage Instructions for additional information. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8) • With engine level, refill to allow tiller engine and muffler to desired location. OIL LEVEL • Move choke control to bottom of filler neck. Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand ...
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... does not start actual field use the depth stake. SPARK PLUG CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER engine_art_71 Fig. 8 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break-in the fall, remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation. ... Fig. 9) There are two reasons for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod. TILLING HINTS CAUTION: Until you are straining or tiller is 1"-3". • You will "ball-up packed soil before tilling; Then go back between passes. Begin by pressing handles down on the climate...
... does not start actual field use the depth stake. SPARK PLUG CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER engine_art_71 Fig. 8 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break-in the fall, remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation. ... Fig. 9) There are two reasons for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod. TILLING HINTS CAUTION: Until you are straining or tiller is 1"-3". • You will "ball-up packed soil before tilling; Then go back between passes. Begin by pressing handles down on the climate...
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...8226; Check engine oil level. • Check tine operation. • Check for wear. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in high ambient temperatures. 2 - LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART") . A new spark plug and clean air filter... assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. Change more often when operating in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be made periodically to be checked at least once ...
...8226; Check engine oil level. • Check tine operation. • Check for wear. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tiller as instructed in high ambient temperatures. 2 - LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART") . A new spark plug and clean air filter... assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. Change more often when operating in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be made periodically to be checked at least once ...
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.... • Clean by tapping gently on level surface. • Oil will result 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. Do not ... Be careful. They may cause burns. Change the oil after each five (5) hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is used to avoid possible engine damage from tank before oil change. COVER AIR CLEANER SCREW Fig. 13 AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE 11 Prevent fires! ...
.... • Clean by tapping gently on level surface. • Oil will result 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. Do not ... Be careful. They may cause burns. Change the oil after each five (5) hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is used to avoid possible engine damage from tank before oil change. COVER AIR CLEANER SCREW Fig. 13 AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE 11 Prevent fires! ...
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...spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized water (garden hose,...• Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff. CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN engine_art_71 Fig. 14 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Replace if damaged. If your engine is shown in engine will only require lubrication if it is serviced. MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM (...
...spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are covered to keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using pressurized water (garden hose,...• Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff. CYLINDER FINS MUFFLER BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN engine_art_71 Fig. 14 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Replace if damaged. If your engine is shown in engine will only require lubrication if it is serviced. MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM (...
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... height is desired, loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets. • Slide handle panel to suit your tilling conditions. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. CAUTION: Tines are mounted to correct side of...8226; Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "B" in tine shaft. Wear gloves or other protection when handling tines. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. A C C A tine_5 Fig. 17 NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING - 12-3/4 INCH PATH (See Fig. 18) • Remove...
... height is desired, loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets. • Slide handle panel to suit your tilling conditions. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. CAUTION: Tines are mounted to correct side of...8226; Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "B" in tine shaft. Wear gloves or other protection when handling tines. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into contact with plug. A C C A tine_5 Fig. 17 NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING - 12-3/4 INCH PATH (See Fig. 18) • Remove...
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...the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit to rust. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement ... building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Always follow the mix ratio found on stablizer container. WARNING: Never store the tiller with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; OTHER • Do not store gasoline from dust and dirt. ...
...the Maintenance section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. STORAGE Immediately prepare your unit to rust. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement ... building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Always follow the mix ratio found on stablizer container. WARNING: Never store the tiller with a suitable protective cover that all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; OTHER • Do not store gasoline from dust and dirt. ...
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... adjustment. 13. Engine is seated properly on plug. 8. Dirty/clogged muffler. 12. Carburetor out of power 1. Improper carburetor adjustment. Ground too wet. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. See "TO START ENGINE" in the Operation section. 3. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge. 3. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Clean and regap or...
... adjustment. 13. Engine is seated properly on plug. 8. Dirty/clogged muffler. 12. Carburetor out of power 1. Improper carburetor adjustment. Ground too wet. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. See "TO START ENGINE" in the Operation section. 3. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge. 3. Check oil level/change oil. 2. Clean and regap or...
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MODEL NO. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 18 NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 3 16 1 2 4 5 6 10 11 19 29 3 20 19 29 20 7 14 13 7 8 9 12 FT-handle_assy_5 KEY PART ... 5/16-18 x 1 10 810 04 05-00 Washer Lock 5/16 11 873 22 05-00 Nut, FIn Hx 5/16-18 KEY PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER -
MODEL NO. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 18 NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 3 16 1 2 4 5 6 10 11 19 29 3 20 19 29 20 7 14 13 7 8 9 12 FT-handle_assy_5 KEY PART ... 5/16-18 x 1 10 810 04 05-00 Washer Lock 5/16 11 873 22 05-00 Nut, FIn Hx 5/16-18 KEY PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER -
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 19 DESCRIPTION 1 532 43 91-62 Assembly, Bracket, Belt Guard 2 532 00 94-84 Clip, Cable 3 532 08 67-77 Screw #...-23 Sheave, Transmisison 41 532 18 03-07 Spring Extension 42 532 13 89-09 Spacer NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY 41 1 2 3 4 17 5 42 67 8 30 31 29 11 9 11 27 28 10 29...
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 19 DESCRIPTION 1 532 43 91-62 Assembly, Bracket, Belt Guard 2 532 00 94-84 Clip, Cable 3 532 08 67-77 Screw #...-23 Sheave, Transmisison 41 532 18 03-07 Spring Extension 42 532 13 89-09 Spacer NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. NO. MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY 41 1 2 3 4 17 5 42 67 8 30 31 29 11 9 11 27 28 10 29...
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...-28 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 13 532 00 19-51 Support, Depth Stake, L.H. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. KEY PART NO. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 20 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY WHEEL?DSTAKE? KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 15...
...-28 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 13 532 00 19-51 Support, Depth Stake, L.H. NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. KEY PART NO. NO. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 20 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY WHEEL?DSTAKE? KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 15...
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inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 22 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 874 76 05-24 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 2 874 78 06-52 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 3 819 13 13-11 Washer 13/... 532 15 12-22 Transmission 2 3 5 6 8 14 10 14 10 transmission_12 KEY PART NO. Engine Briggs Model 12T402-1385-F8 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 TRANSMISSION 20 1 11 19 18 1716 11 7 10 12 KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 14 532 00 91-73...
inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm 22 REPAIR PARTS TILLER - NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 874 76 05-24 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 2 874 78 06-52 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 3 819 13 13-11 Washer 13/... 532 15 12-22 Transmission 2 3 5 6 8 14 10 14 10 transmission_12 KEY PART NO. Engine Briggs Model 12T402-1385-F8 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 TRANSMISSION 20 1 11 19 18 1716 11 7 10 12 KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 14 532 00 91-73...
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MODEL NO. PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - DESCRIPTION 532 44 06-13 Decal, Logo 532 42 20-12 Decal, Logo 532 43 99-89 Decal, Logo 532 11 06-14 Decal, Hand Placement 532 15 87-00 Decal, Control Forward 532 15 87-01 Decal, Control Reverse 532 12 00-76 Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 532 42 29-72 Decal, Tine Shield 532 40 91-43 Decal, Tank 532 43 22-78 Decal, Air Cleaner 532 43 99-64 Manual, Owner's (English) 532 43 99-65 Manual, Owner's (French) 23 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 DECALS 7 6 5 1 12 10 2 9 8 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 - - -
MODEL NO. PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TILLER - DESCRIPTION 532 44 06-13 Decal, Logo 532 42 20-12 Decal, Logo 532 43 99-89 Decal, Logo 532 11 06-14 Decal, Hand Placement 532 15 87-00 Decal, Control Forward 532 15 87-01 Decal, Control Reverse 532 12 00-76 Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 532 42 29-72 Decal, Tine Shield 532 40 91-43 Decal, Tank 532 43 22-78 Decal, Air Cleaner 532 43 99-64 Manual, Owner's (English) 532 43 99-65 Manual, Owner's (French) 23 FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 DECALS 7 6 5 1 12 10 2 9 8 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 - - -