OPERATING TILLER
BASIC TILLER OPERATION
Use the tiller for breaking sod, preparing seed beds, and for cultivating gardens and flower beds. The tiller can also dig small holes for planting saplings or potted plants.
Let the tiller do most of the work. The tines will pull the tiller forward during operation. By pulling tiller back towards yourself, the tines will dig deeper and more aggres- sively.
Forbreakingsodordeeptilling,allowthetines topullthetillerforwardtotheendofyourarm’s reach, then firmly pull the tiller back towards you. By repeatedly allowing the tiller to move forward and then pulling the tiller back to you, the tiller will be most effective.
If the tiller digs deep enough to stay in one spot, gently rock the tiller side to side to start the tiller moving forward again.
For preparing seed beds, we recommend using one of the tilling patterns shown in Figure 11.
Tilling Pattern One - Make two passes over area to be tilled, the second at a right angle to the first.
Tilling Pattern Two - Make two passes over area to be tilled, the second overlapping the first.
Figure 11 - Suggested Tilling Patterns
EXTENSION CORD MANAGEMENT
Aswithanyelectriclawnandgardenappliance, you will develop a common sense approach to keepingtheextensioncordinasafeandlogical location as you are using the tiller.
A convenient belt clip is included with the tiller to enable you to attach the extension cord to your waist and ease cord manage- ment (see Figure 12). It is recommended that the belt clip and extension cord be attached to your right side. Maintain enough slack between the tiller and the belt clip for easy maneuvering.
WARNING: Be aware of exten- sion cord while operating tiller. Be careful not to trip over cord. Keep cord away from tines at all times.
If tilling rows, start with the row that is clos- est to the household outlet you are using as an electrical power source. Begin tilling the row in a direction which will keep the exten- sion cord on your right side. When the tiller reaches the end of the row, turn to position the tiller in the opposite direction for the next row. Remember, keeping the extension cord behind you and on your right side will make it easier to manage the extension cord.
Belt
Outer
Hook
Extension Cord
Figure 12 - Extension Cord Belt Clip
CLEARING TINES OF FOREIGN OBJECTS
During use, a stone or root could become lodged in the tines, or tall grass or weeds may become wrapped around the tine shaft.
To clear the tines, release the trigger lever. Unplug the tiller, and dislodge or remove any obstacles from the tines or tine shaft.
WARNING:Always unplug the tiller before placing hands near the tines. Always wear gloves to protect your hands from the sharp edges of the tines.
To ease removal of tall grass or weeds that are wrapped around the tine shaft, remove one or more of the tines from the tine shaft. See Tine Removal and Installation.
When you have cleared the tines, reinstall tines onto tine shaft. Plug the tiller power cord into the extension cord. Firmly grasp the grip area of the handlebar with both hands and resume normal tilling operation.
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