Simplicity 1693704, 1693705, 1693207 manual Adjustments, Wheel Lockouts 616RT, Wheel Lockouts 514RT

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SECTION CHECKLIST

Wheel Lockouts

Handlebar Adjustments (Tilt & Swivel)

Drag Stake

Belt Tension Adjustment

WHEEL LOCKOUTS (616RT)

Place wheels in tilling position.

1.Pull knob in center of wheel out, away from machine.

2.Rotate knob and lockout to align with slot on axle, release knob. Rotate wheel to align slot in wheel hub with lockout.

3.Wheel and axle should be firmly locked together before tilling.

4.Repeat for other wheel.

Model 616RT (6-hp)

Wheel lockout in tilling position.

(hub & axle slot)

NOTE: Always have both wheel lockouts in or out. Do not operate tiller with only one wheel locked.

To place wheels in free-wheel position.

1.Pull knob in center of wheel out, away from machine .

2.Rotate knob and lockout to align lockout with detent in end of axle. Release knob.

3.Wheel should turn freely on axle.

Adjustments

WHEEL LOCKOUTS (514RT)

Place wheels in tilling position.

1.Remove lockpin. Align hole in axle with hole in wheel hub.

2.Insert lockpin through holes, fold lockpin ring to secure pin to axle.

3.Wheel and axle should be firmly locked together before tilling.

4.Repeat for other wheel.

Model 514RT (5-hp)

Wheel lockpin in free-wheel position.

(axle hole only)

NOTE: Always have both wheel lockouts in or out. Do not operate tiller with only one wheel locked.

To place wheels in free-wheel position.

1.Remove lockpin. Slide wheel inward toward machine.

2.Insert pin in axle only.

3.Wheel should turn freely on axle.

CAUTION

Never start engine or operate tiller with wheels in free- wheel position. The free-wheel position is for transporting the tiller long distances over level ground- -do not attempt to move the tiller up or down steep grades in the free-wheel position.

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Contents How to use this file...Operators Manuals This page Intentionally Blank OPERATOR’S Manual Page Table Of Contents Section Checklist Operation SafetyImportant Safety Instructions Owners ResponsibilityOperation Safety Decals Safety Signs & DecalsModel 616RT Drive Control Levers ControlsEngages wheels and tines in reverse Reverse Handle 616RTThrottle Control Engine ControlsWheel Lockouts 616RT AdjustmentsWheel Lockouts 514RT Handlebar Adjustments 514RT Handlebar Adjustments 616RTDrag Stake Belt Tension AdjustmentPRE-START Inspection OperationTo Start Engine Starting and Stopping the EngineTilling Tilling Tips TipsCultivating Tips Check Forward Belt Tension Maintenance and StorageChange FORWARD/REVERSE Belt Check or Fill Engine Crankcase Check Tire Pressure Check Tiller Transmission GreaseLubrication Clean Tine Axle Shaft Engine MaintenancePrepare for Storage Tiller and Engine Maintenance ScheduleTroubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting and RepairProblem REMEDY/ACTION Troubleshooting and Repair Features SpecificationsTechnical Manual Availability