Troy-Bilt 12180 Depth Regulator Lever, Handlebar Height Adjustment, Shallow Settings Deep, Medium

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Section 3: Features and Controls

Depth Regulator Lever

This lever (G, Figure 3-5) controls the tilling depth of the tines. Pull the lever straight back and slide it up or down to engage the notched height settings.

The highest notch (lever all the way down) raises the tines approximately 1-1/2" off the ground. This “travel” setting allows the tiller to be moved without the tines digging into the ground. Also use this setting when starting the engine.

Move the lever upward to increase the tilling depth. The lowest notch allows a tilling depth of approximately 6"-8", depending on soil conditions.

For best results, always begin tilling at a very shallow depth setting and gradually increase the tilling depth.

Travel

G

Position

 

Shallow

Settings

Deep

Settings

Figure 3-5: Depth Regulator Lever (G).

Handlebar Height Adjustment

The handlebar height is adjustable to three different settings (see Figure 3-6). As a general rule, adjust the handlebars so they are at waist level when the tines are 3"-4" into the soil.

To Adjust the Handlebars:

1.Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and allow the engine to cool.

2.Remove the screws, lockwashers and nuts, reposition the handlebars, and reinstall the hardware.

High

Medium

Low

Figure 3-6: Handlebar height adjustment.

ENGINE CONTROLS

Refer to the engine manufacturer’s Engine Owner’s Manual (included in the tiller lit- erature package) to identify the controls on your engine.

IMPORTANT: The control for stopping the engine is located on the engine.

WARNING

•Do not attempt to till too deeply too quickly. Gradually work down to deeper tilling depths.

•Place the Depth Regulator Lever in the “travel” position before starting the

engine. This position prevents the tines from touching the ground until you are ready to begin tilling.

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property damage.

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Contents Broncotm 5 HP Table of Contents Safety TrainingKeep children and pets away Use slower engine speedsOperating Symbols To Avoid Serious InjuryAssembly Tools/Materials Needed for AssemblyLoose Parts List Qty. Description IntroductionAttach Handlebar Move Tiller Off Shipping PlatformPush the cable connector U, -4 up Cable adjuster X while preventingAdjuster from turning Screw R, -4Install Reverse Clutch Cable Check Level Transmission Gear OilCheck Hardware for Tightness Check Air Pressure in TiresFeatures and Controls Wheel Drive PinsFreewheel Forward Clutch Bail Reverse Clutch ControlTo Operate the Forward Clutch Bail To Operate the Reverse Clutch ControlHandlebar Height Adjustment Shallow Settings DeepTo Adjust the Handlebars Depth Regulator LeverOperation IntroductionBREAK-IN Operation Starting and Stopping the EngineOperating the Tiller Turning the Tiller Around For reverse motion of the wheels and tinesStopping the Tiller and Engine Let the tiller do the work Tilling depthsAvoid tilling soggy, wet soil Avoid making footprintsTilling across slopes without using terraces Clearing the tinesTilling on slopes Tilling up and down slopesPower Composting Loading and Unloading the TillerMaintenance Required Maintenance ScheduleProcedure EveryTransmission Gear OIL Service Tiller LubricationCheck for OIL Leaks Check HardwareRemoving a Tine Assembly Bolo TinesTine Inspection Removing a Single TineChecking and Adjusting EngineTo Check Forward Belt Tension Forward Clutch Bail Adjustment Replacement Belt InformationCheck belt tension after every 10 operating hours To Check Reverse Belt TensionEngine OIL Service Engine Cleaning AIR Cleaner ServiceSpark Plug Service CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control AdjustmentsTroubleshooting Tiller Weight Transmission Gear OIL SpecificationsFrame Weights Tiller LengthWarranty Service Customer Service and Technical ServiceReplacement Parts Engine Service and Repair1905362 3/99
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