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Failure to do so can result in U.S.A. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 410235 12.14.06 BY Printed in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HDF825 FRONT 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 410235 12.14.06 BY Printed in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: HDF825 FRONT TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
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...OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT. BECOME ALERT!!! Be thoroughly familiar with extreme care. it cannot contact spark plug in the ground and propel the tiller forward. Disconnect the cord on slippery surfaces. exhaust fumes are present, such as specified by manufacturer). Look behind and use...clear of all clutches and shift into neutral, and stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any enclosure. • Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for this symbol to better understand, incorporate, or execute a ...
...OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT. BECOME ALERT!!! Be thoroughly familiar with extreme care. it cannot contact spark plug in the ground and propel the tiller forward. Disconnect the cord on slippery surfaces. exhaust fumes are present, such as specified by manufacturer). Look behind and use...clear of all clutches and shift into neutral, and stop the engine (motor), remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any enclosure. • Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for this symbol to better understand, incorporate, or execute a ...
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...12-14 STORAGE 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 WARRANTY 17 3 Please read and retain this unit. The instructions will enable you cannot easily remedy, please contact your tiller properly. IF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR ...(Gap: .030"/0.76mm) 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C) SAE 5w-30(Below 32°F/0°C) Champion RC12YC CONGRATULATIONS on your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new...
...12-14 STORAGE 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 WARRANTY 17 3 Please read and retain this unit. The instructions will enable you cannot easily remedy, please contact your tiller properly. IF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FOR ...(Gap: .030"/0.76mm) 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C) SAE 5w-30(Below 32°F/0°C) Champion RC12YC CONGRATULATIONS on your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of a new...
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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. 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. To ensure safe and proper operation of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). FRONT overhead_views_8 LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S POSITION FIG. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (4) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 (4) Hex ...
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. 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. To ensure safe and proper operation of those parts left hand is mentioned in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles). FRONT overhead_views_8 LEFT RIGHT OPERATOR'S POSITION FIG. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (4) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 (4) Hex ...
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... "TINE ARRANGEMENT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE HANDLE PANEL handles_38 FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1-1/4" HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" 02051 CABLE(S) TILLER HANDLES HANDLE PANEL BOLTS INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) • Loosen nut...Check tine operation before first use. (See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in lower hole of this manual). IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • Slowly lift handle assembly up, route cable...
... "TINE ARRANGEMENT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). LOCK NUT WASHER TILLER HANDLE HANDLE PANEL handles_38 FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1-1/4" HEX BOLT 5/16-18X1" 02051 CABLE(S) TILLER HANDLES HANDLE PANEL BOLTS INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) • Loosen nut...Check tine operation before first use. (See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in lower hole of this manual). IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • Slowly lift handle assembly up, route cable...
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... 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. REVERSE TINE CONTROL - FORWARD TINE CONTROL - DEPTH STAKE - direction. Controls engine speed. Learn and understand ...their meaning. Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. Save this manual for future reference. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. Compare the illustrations with your...
... 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. REVERSE TINE CONTROL - FORWARD TINE CONTROL - DEPTH STAKE - direction. Controls engine speed. Learn and understand ...their meaning. Controls forward speed and the depth at which the tiller will dig. Save this manual for future reference. CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. Compare the illustrations with your...
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...the depth stake and wheel height. Change depth stake to start engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before starting your tiller and while tilling. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground. WHEELS (See Fig. 6) ...pin. REVERSE CONTROL FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN "OFF" (UP) POSITION FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN "ON" (DOWN) POSITION TILLING The speed and depth of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the ground the deeper the tines will dig. The depth stake should always be below the wheels for...
...the depth stake and wheel height. Change depth stake to start engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before starting your tiller and while tilling. It serves as a brake to slow the tiller's forward motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground. WHEELS (See Fig. 6) ...pin. REVERSE CONTROL FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN "OFF" (UP) POSITION FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN "ON" (DOWN) POSITION TILLING The speed and depth of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the ground the deeper the tines will dig. The depth stake should always be below the wheels for...
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..., start of this point). • Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Never use gasoline near an open flame. • Push or pull tiller to point of spill. CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in "DISENGAGED" position when starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the fuel tank or ... throttle control in upright position to choke position. engine_art_4 FIG. 7 OIL FILLER PLUG • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with gasoline. Do not over flowing. minimum of 87 octane. (Use of an engine while in quantities that can attract moisture which...
..., start of this point). • Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Never use gasoline near an open flame. • Push or pull tiller to point of spill. CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in "DISENGAGED" position when starting (See "OIL VISCOSITY CHART" in the fuel tank or ... throttle control in upright position to choke position. engine_art_4 FIG. 7 OIL FILLER PLUG • Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with gasoline. Do not over flowing. minimum of 87 octane. (Use of an engine while in quantities that can attract moisture which...
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... Fig. 9) There are important for proper tilling. Best digging depth is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are much easier if you are straining or tiller is 1"-3". • You will probably not need to be moistened before you , toward the row next to it. • Set depth stake and ...wheel height for five minutes. • Check tine operation and adjust if necessary. To slow down the tiller, press down the rows at a speed which may need to use with little effort from the plants. If you leave a row untilled between passes. First...
... Fig. 9) There are important for proper tilling. Best digging depth is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are much easier if you are straining or tiller is 1"-3". • You will probably not need to be moistened before you , toward the row next to it. • Set depth stake and ...wheel height for five minutes. • Check tine operation and adjust if necessary. To slow down the tiller, press down the rows at a speed which may need to use with little effort from the plants. If you leave a row untilled between passes. First...
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... section of the adjustments described in high ambient temperatures. 2 - To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in dirty or dusty conditions. LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART"). BEFORE EACH USE • Check ..."ENGINE" SECTION 10 A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE EEEBVVVEFEEERRROYYYRE55205EHAHHOCOOUHUURRRSUSSSE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot...
... section of the adjustments described in high ambient temperatures. 2 - To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in dirty or dusty conditions. LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART"). BEFORE EACH USE • Check ..."ENGINE" SECTION 10 A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tiller. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE EEEBVVVEFEEERRROYYYRE55205EHAHHOCOOUHUURRRSUSSSE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot...
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.... All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tiller is on a flat least once a year if the tiller is not used in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to enter the engine. • Refill engine with API service classifi...
.... All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tiller is on a flat least once a year if the tiller is not used in a suitable container. • Remove drain plug. • Tip tiller forward to enter the engine. • Refill engine with API service classifi...
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...If a higher handle height is equipped with plug. A C C A FIG. 15 tine_5 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for your tilling or cultivating needs. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary.... Replace if damaged. ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS (ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER) NORMAL TILLING - 26" PATH (See Fig. 16) • Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "C" in engine will shorten ...
...If a higher handle height is equipped with plug. A C C A FIG. 15 tine_5 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be different when tiller digs into contact with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for your tilling or cultivating needs. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary.... Replace if damaged. ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS (ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER) NORMAL TILLING - 26" PATH (See Fig. 16) • Assemble holes "A" in tine hubs to holes "C" in engine will shorten ...
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... to reach the carburetor. Rust and/or dirt in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in fuel... tank or storage container. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the fuel tank or permanent. •...
... to reach the carburetor. Rust and/or dirt in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to distribute oil. • Replace with gasoline in fuel... tank or storage container. TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the fuel tank or permanent. •...
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... oil level/change oil. 2. Clean/replace muffler. 12. Adjust carburetor to start 1. Soil balls up or clumps 1. Engage tine control. 2. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Make necessary adjustments. 16 Water in fuel. 8. See "TO START ENGINE" in "FAST" position. 2. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, and refill...
... oil level/change oil. 2. Clean/replace muffler. 12. Adjust carburetor to start 1. Soil balls up or clumps 1. Engage tine control. 2. Engine runs but tiller won't move 1. Make necessary adjustments. 16 Water in fuel. 8. See "TO START ENGINE" in "FAST" position. 2. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, and refill...