Husqvarna DRT900 owner manual Turning, Cultivating, To Transport, Before Starting Engine

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OPERATION

 

DEPTH STAKE PIN

 

“RELEASED” POSITION

 

“LOCKED”

 

POSITION

NUT “B”

 

OUTER

NUT “A”

SIDE SHIELD

 

FIG. 12

TURNING

•Release the drive control bar.

•Move throttle control to “SLOW” position.

•Place shift lever indicator in “F” (forward) position. Tines will not turn.

•Lift handle to raise tines out of ground.

•Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish to turn, being careful to keep feet and legs away from tines.

•When you have completed your turn-around, release the drive control bar and lower handle. Place shift le- ver in (till) position and move throttle control to desired speed. To begin tilling, hold drive control bar against the handle.

CULTIVATING

•Use the forward rotating tine drive when cultivating, tilling soft ground or tilling pre-tilled soil.

•Release depth and drag stake pins. Lower drag stake. Pull the depth stake up for increased tilling depth. Place proper pin in hole of depth stake or drag stake to lock in position.

•Place shift lever indicator in forward rotating () till position.

•Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start tilling movement. Tines and wheels will both turn.

•Move throttle control "FAST" position for deep tilling. To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to cultivate.

•Always lower the drag stake when using the forward rotating tine drive.

OUTER SIDE SHIELDS (See Fig. 12)

The back edges of the outer side shields are slotted so that the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered for shallow tilling to protect small plants from being buried. Loosen nut “A” in slot and nut “B”. Move shield to desired position (both sides). Retighten nuts.

TO TRANSPORT

CAUTION: Beforeliftingortransporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

•Release the depth stake pin. Move the depth stake down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in posi- tion. This prevents tines from scuffing the ground.

•Place shift lever indicator in “F” (forward) position for transporting.

•Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start tiller movement. Tines will not turn.

•Move throttle control to desired speed.

AROUND TOWN

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

•Drain fuel tank.

•Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage.

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 13)

•The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil.

•With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and remove plug.

•Engine oil should be to point of overflowing when engine is level. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet A.P.I. Service Classification SG-SL.

•Reinstall engine oil cap and tighten.

•For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Mainte- nance section of this manual).

•To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

OIL

LEVEL

FIG. 13

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Contents DRT Maintenance and Storage Safety RulesTraining PreparationTable of Contents Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyOPERATOR’S Position See Fig Unpacking Carton See Fig Install Handle See Figs , 4,Connect Shift ROD See Fig Attach Clutch Cable See FigRemove Tiller from Crate Check Tire PressureMeets Ansi Safety Requirements OperationKnow Your Tiller Tine Operation with Wheel Drive HOW to USE Your TillerForward Wheels ONLY/TINES Stopped Reverse Wheels ONLY/TINES StoppedCultivating TurningTo Transport Before Starting EngineADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigTilling Hints See Fig Adjust Wheels for Cultivating See Figs Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Lubrication Chart Before Each USEAIR Filter See Fig EngineCooling System See Fig CleaningMuffler Spark PlugService and Adjustments TillerTire Care To Replace Ground Drive Belt See Figs Ground Drive Belt Adjustment See FigTine Replacement See Figs , 28 To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigOther StorageFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Handle Assembly Repair PartsMAINFRAME, Left Side KEY Part NO. NO. Description MAINFRAME, Right Side   Tine Shield Tine Assembly Decals 11.15.10 SR

DRT900 specifications

The Husqvarna DRT900 is an advanced, highly versatile tiller designed for homeowners and gardening enthusiasts looking to cultivate their gardens efficiently. This machine combines power, performance, and ease of use, making it an ideal choice for both small and large garden areas. With its robust construction and cutting-edge technology, the DRT900 is built to deliver outstanding results with minimal effort.

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