Contents
Operator’s Manual
Finding Model Number
Table of Contents
Engine Information
Calling Customer Support
Training
Safety Alert Symbol
Preparation
Operation
Keep children and pets away
Maintenance and Storage
Use slower engine speeds
To Avoid Serious Injury
Decals
Introduction
Hardware BAG Parts List
Inspect Unit
Attach Handlebars
Attach Forward Clutch Control Cable
Attach Reverse Clutch Control Cable
Attach Wheel Gear Lever
Electric start models--continue with the Assembly Steps
Check AIR Pressure in Tires
ADD Motor OIL to Engine
Forward Clutch Control
Wheel Gear Lever
To Operate the Forward Clutch Control
Engine Controls
Handlebar Height Adjustment
Reverse Clutch Control
Depth Regulator
Starting and Stopping Engine
PRE-START Checklist
BREAK-IN Operation
Starting the Engine
Operating the Tiller
Stopping the Engine
Stopping the Tiller and Engine
For reverse motion of the wheels and tines
Choosing correct wheel and tine speeds
Tilling Tips & Techniques
Tilling up and down slopes
Tilling across slopes without using terraces
Terrace Gardening
Loading and Unloading the Tiller
Power Composting
Check Hardware
Maintenance Schedule
Check Tire Pressure
Using a clean funnel, slowly add SAE
Transmission Gear OIL Service
Check for OIL Leaks
To Check Transmission Gear Oil Level
Engine OIL Service
Engine Cleaning
AIR Cleaner Service
Spark Plug Service
OFF Season Storage
Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment
Bolo Tines
Cutting Edge Tine
Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension
Checking Forward Belt Tension
Checking and Adjusting Reverse Clutch Belt Tension
Removing Forward Clutch Belt
Installing Forward Clutch Belt
Installing Reverse Clutch Belt
Reverse Clutch Belt Removal and Replacement
Removing Reverse Clutch Belt
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Correction
Bumper Model OEM-290-254
HILLER/FURROWER Model OEM-290-251
See
QTY
Part Description
ENGINE, Support BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, Belt Cover
1917326
Description QTY
Transmission HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS, Plugs
Main Drive Shaft
Drive SHAFT, Input Pinion Shaft and Gear Assemblies
Wheel SHAFT, Eccentric Shaft and Tiller Shaft Assemblies
Two ea. Refs 712-0375 Hex Locknut, 3/8-16 710-3096
Bolo TINES, Wheels
Bumper Attachment
ROW Marker Attachment
2322
Row Marker Attachment option OEM-290-254
ROW Marker Attachment & Bumper Attachment
Bumper OEM-290-254
HOOD, Bracket and Depth Regulator
HILLER/FURROWER Attachment
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