Troy-Bilt 12168 Operation, Rear Tine Tiller Mode, How To Transport Machine in Freewheel

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Section

4Operation

(Swinging handlebar 200 in either

direction equals about 1/2 the

handlebar width)

Rear

Tine

Tiller

Mode

Fig. 4-1A

Fig. 4-1B

MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED HANDLEBAR OFFSET IS 200 LEFT OR 200 RIGHT IN EITHER REAR TINE TILLER MODE OR FRONT TINE TILLER/CULTIVATOR MODE.

Front Tine

Tiller/

Cultivator

Mode

(Swinging handlebar 200 in

Fig. 4-2Aeither direction equals aboutFig. 4-2B

1/2 the handlebar width)

This section explains how to:

•Transport the Machine

•Prepare for Starting and Break-In Operation

•Check Operational Interlock System

•Convert the Equipment From a Rear Tine Tiller to a Front Tine Tiller/Cultivator...Then Back to a Rear Tine Tiller

•Start and Stop the Engine

•Operate the Rear Tine Tiller

•Clear Debris from the Tines

•Operate the Front Tine Tiller/Cultivator

•Cultivate in Flower Beds and in Confined Shrub Areas

•Optional Attachments

•Load and Unload the Tiller

Before operating your unit, be sure you have read and understand all Safety Instructions in Section 1 and Controls information in Section 3. First practice using the unit (as a tiller and a cultivator) in an open, level area. After a thorough practice session, you can then “freewheel” the unit to the work area.

How To Transport the

Machine in “Freewheel”

To “freewheel” the machine to another location, unlock the handlebar locking lever (see Pg. 9), then swivel the handlebar (do this on the engine muffler side only) 1800 to position it over the engine. Relock the lever. Roll the equipment to the desired location. Swivel the handlebar back to its original position over the tine hood to return to the rear tine tiller mode.

WARNING

Before operating your machine, be sure you read and understand all safety, controls, and opera- ting instructions in this Owner’s Manual and on the decals on your machine.

Failure to comply can result in injury or property damage.

IMPORTANT: Always swivel handlebar around on muffler cage side of engine. To avoid damage to engine recoil cover and control cable, never swivel handlebar on fuel tank side of engine!

WARNING

•To avoid injury, keep hands, feet, legs and clothing away from revolving tines.

•Do not operate tiller in rear tine tilling mode with- out tine hood in place, or in front tine tilling/cultivating mode with tine hood on.

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Contents Model 12168 Date of purchase Model/Serial Numbers Warranty ServiceOwner Registration Card Model/Serial NumbersTable of Contents Preparation SafetyTraining Use slower engine throttle speeds OperationExercise caution to avoid slipping or falling Keep children and pets awayKnow the location and functions of all controls Maintenance and StorageInspect unit AssemblyTools/Materials Needed for Assembly Adjust Handlebar Height Lower Section How To Move Machine in Freewheel Check External Hardware for Tightness UpperFeatures and Controls Recoil Starter Engine Throttle LeverOil Fill Tube and Dipstick Fuel Primer BulbOperation Rear Tine Tiller ModeHow To Transport Machine in Freewheel Break-In Operation Preparation For StartingCheck the Operational Interlock System by Swivel the handlebar around on Reconnect the spark plug wireTo Start and Stop the Engine Cultivating in Flower Beds and in Confined Shrubbery Areas Clearing Debris from the TinesIf you plan carefully before planting Cultivating TipsAerator Attachment Optional AttachmentsEdger Attachment Loading and Unloading the Tiller Hours MaintenanceEvery Tiller/Cultivator Lubrication MaintenanceTILLER/CULTIVATOR Tighten Bolts and NutsDrive Belt Maintenance Tine Sets Should Be Inspected Tine MaintenanceMaintenance Operational Interlock System OFF-SEASON Storage Engine MaintenanceOutside the United States and Canada TroubleshootingGarden WAY Incorporated 1 Garden Way Troy, New York
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