Troy-Bilt 12190-3HP, 12214 - 5.5HP owner manual 1905229 11/98

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Contents 3HP, 5HP and 6.5HP Model Tillers Table of Contents Safety TrainingSafety Keep children and pets awayOperating Symbols To Avoid Serious InjuryAssembly Tools/Materials Needed for AssemblyLoose Parts List Qty. Description IntroductionAttach Handlebar Move Tiller Off Shipping PlatformInstall Forward Clutch Cable Install Reverse Clutch Cable Models 12191Safety Features and Controls Operation Check Level Transmission Gear OilCheck Hardware for Tightness Tiller is shipped without oil in the engineFeatures and Controls Wheel Drive PinsAnti-Reverse Stake To Place the Wheels in Wheel Drive orForward Clutch Bail To Operate the Forward Clutch BailReverse Clutch Control Models 12191 and 12193 only To Operate the Reverse Clutch ControlHandlebar Height Adjustment Shallow Settings DeepTo Adjust the Handlebars Depth Regulator LeverOperation IntroductionInitial Operation Starting and Stopping the EngineStarting the Engine Operating the TillerStopping the Engine and Tiller Till while in reverse Turning the Tiller AroundStopping 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 slopesLoading and Unloading the Tiller Maintenance Required Maintenance ScheduleProcedure EveryTransmission Gear OIL Service Tiller LubricationCheck for OIL Leaks Check HardwareRemoving and Installing Tine Assemblies Removing and Installing Individual TinesTines Tine InspectionPosition To Check Forward Belt TensionReverse Belt Replacement Information Forward Clutch Bail AdjustmentTo Check Reverse Belt Tension Engine OIL Service AIR Cleaner ServiceSpark Plug Service Engine CleaningTroubleshooting Tiller Weight Transmission Gear OIL Specifications12190 12191 12193 Tiller LengthWarranty Service Customer Service and Technical ServiceReplacement Parts Engine Service and Repair1905229 11/98