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ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 433154 01.13.10 CL Printed in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: DRT900 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 433154 01.13.10 CL Printed in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: DRT900 REAR TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in U.S.A.
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...care. Know how to operate the equipment. Stay alert for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read the Manual carefully. exhaust fumes are dangerous. • Never operate the tiller without proper instruction. • Keep the area of operation clear of the equipment....for an extended period. - CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL. It means CAUTION!!! Be thoroughly familiar with electric drive motors or electric starting motors. • Never attempt to prevent accidental starting...
...care. Know how to operate the equipment. Stay alert for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers TRAINING • Read the Manual carefully. exhaust fumes are dangerous. • Never operate the tiller without proper instruction. • Keep the area of operation clear of the equipment....for an extended period. - CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL. It means CAUTION!!! Be thoroughly familiar with electric drive motors or electric starting motors. • Never attempt to prevent accidental starting...
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...and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of this Owner's Manual. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3 ASSEMBLY 4-6 OPERATION 7-11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 12 MAINTENANCE 12-14 .... See your authorized service center/ DEPARTMENT for and using your tiller properly. Other states may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections...
...and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in effective working order by law (Section 4442 of this Owner's Manual. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3 ASSEMBLY 4-6 OPERATION 7-11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 12 MAINTENANCE 12-14 .... See your authorized service center/ DEPARTMENT for and using your tiller properly. Other states may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections...
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To ensure safe and proper operation of those parts left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. OPERATOR'S POSITION Fig. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (2) Handle Locks (1) Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Grade...11 Gauge (1) Handle Lock Lever (1) Hairpin Clip (1) Pivot Bolt 3/8-16 UNC Grade 5 Extra Shear Pins & Clips 4 ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pair of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench FRONT LEFT ...
To ensure safe and proper operation of those parts left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. OPERATOR'S POSITION Fig. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (2) Handle Locks (1) Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Grade...11 Gauge (1) Handle Lock Lever (1) Hairpin Clip (1) Pivot Bolt 3/8-16 UNC Grade 5 Extra Shear Pins & Clips 4 ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of your tiller all parts and hardware you are listed. (1) Utility knife (1) Tire pressure gauge (1) Pair of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench FRONT LEFT ...
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... clip through hole in the Service and Adjustments section of carton. Correct and equal tire pressure is in "N" position (See Fig. 7) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. HANDLE HEIGHT • Handle height may be adjusted to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2). ASSEMBLY ATTACH CLUTCH CABLE (See Fig. 6)... • Hook end of clutch cable through hole of shift rod to the right and pull tiller out of this manual). 6 Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield. • Rotate tiller handle to secure. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for best ...
... clip through hole in the Service and Adjustments section of carton. Correct and equal tire pressure is in "N" position (See Fig. 7) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. HANDLE HEIGHT • Handle height may be adjusted to 20 PSI (1.4 kg/cm2). ASSEMBLY ATTACH CLUTCH CABLE (See Fig. 6)... • Hook end of clutch cable through hole of shift rod to the right and pull tiller out of this manual). 6 Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield. • Rotate tiller handle to secure. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for best ...
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... STAKE - Adjustable to shift transmission gears. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to protect small plants from being buried. Shows which tiller will dig. S CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL TILLING TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE OR WARNING ON OFF THROTTLE CONTROL... Standards Institute. Used when starting a cold engine. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with the product. Save this manual for future reference. Learn and understand their meaning. Controls depth at...
... STAKE - Adjustable to shift transmission gears. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to protect small plants from being buried. Shows which tiller will dig. S CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL TILLING TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE OR WARNING ON OFF THROTTLE CONTROL... Standards Institute. Used when starting a cold engine. OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with the product. Save this manual for future reference. Learn and understand their meaning. Controls depth at...
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... FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. All oil must meet A.P.I. Place shift lever in "F" (forward) position for transporting the tiller. CULTIVATING • Use the forward rotating tine drive when cultivating, tilling soft ground or tilling pre-tilled soil. • Release depth and ...control to protect small plants from fuel tank. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain fuel tank. • Transport in this manual. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 13) • The engine in forward rotating ( ) till position. • Hold the drive control bar...
... FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. All oil must meet A.P.I. Place shift lever in "F" (forward) position for transporting the tiller. CULTIVATING • Use the forward rotating tine drive when cultivating, tilling soft ground or tilling pre-tilled soil. • Release depth and ...control to protect small plants from fuel tank. AROUND TOWN • Disconnect spark plug wire. • Drain fuel tank. • Transport in this manual. CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 13) • The engine in forward rotating ( ) till position. • Hold the drive control bar...
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... (See Fig. 15) CAUTION: Until you are much easier if you , toward the row next to till the soil at the end of this manual. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 14) • CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in "DISENGAGED" position when starting engine for best engine performance.... If at this . See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in order to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp • tiller handle with gasoline. NOTE: If engine does not start of unwanted vegetation. Spark Plug IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH...
... (See Fig. 15) CAUTION: Until you are much easier if you , toward the row next to till the soil at the end of this manual. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 14) • CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in "DISENGAGED" position when starting engine for best engine performance.... If at this . See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in order to choke position. • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp • tiller handle with gasoline. NOTE: If engine does not start of unwanted vegetation. Spark Plug IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH...
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..."OEINLGINE" SECTION 12 Change more often when operating in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. All adjustments in dirty or dusty conditions. Service more often when operating under a heavy load... or in this manual should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check tines and...
..."OEINLGINE" SECTION 12 Change more often when operating in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. All adjustments in dirty or dusty conditions. Service more often when operating under a heavy load... or in this manual should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check tines and...
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... 30 motor oil or equivalent. Be careful. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 19 and 20) • Be sure tiller is used above 40°F (4°C). CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as contact may cause deterioration of plug use 7/16 12...PLUG OIL LEVEL Fig. 20 13 Prevent fires! ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with extension. • Tip tiller forward to enter the engine. • Refill engine with oil. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 10W-30 / 5W-30 SAE 30 F ... or debris to prevent accidental starting the engine and after every 25 hours of this manual.
... 30 motor oil or equivalent. Be careful. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 19 and 20) • Be sure tiller is used above 40°F (4°C). CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as contact may cause deterioration of plug use 7/16 12...PLUG OIL LEVEL Fig. 20 13 Prevent fires! ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with extension. • Tip tiller forward to enter the engine. • Refill engine with oil. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 10W-30 / 5W-30 SAE 30 F ... or debris to prevent accidental starting the engine and after every 25 hours of this manual.
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...cooled. We do not recommend using a stiff-bristled- Cylinder Fins Muffler Blower Housing Air Screen engine_art_71 Fig. 22 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Replace if damaged. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. TRANSMISSION Once a season, lubricate the right hand side gear case... grease fitting with automotive type wax. 14 ter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of this manual. brush. • Remove blower housing and clean as necessary. • Keep cylinder fins free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • ...
...cooled. We do not recommend using a stiff-bristled- Cylinder Fins Muffler Blower Housing Air Screen engine_art_71 Fig. 22 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler. Replace if damaged. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. TRANSMISSION Once a season, lubricate the right hand side gear case... grease fitting with automotive type wax. 14 ter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of this manual. brush. • Remove blower housing and clean as necessary. • Keep cylinder fins free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • ...
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...; Remove spark plug. • Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to ... not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the Maintenance section of fuel gum deposits during storage. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and ...
...; Remove spark plug. • Pour 1 ounce (29 ml) of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to ... not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the Maintenance section of fuel gum deposits during storage. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and ...