MTD 460 Series, 450 Series warranty OPERATOR’S Manual, MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Rear Tine Tiller – Model Series 450

IMPORTANT

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush- covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

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MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

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03/16/2007

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Contents MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio OPERATOR’S ManualTable of Contents Your Responsibility Restrict the use Safety LabelsTraining Safe Operation PracticesPreparation OperationYour Responsibility Maintenance & StorageAssembling Your Tiller Attaching Control Rod Final Clutch AdjustmentTire Pressure Gear Selection Handle Know Your TillerNeutral ReverseClutch Control Handle Adjustment LockThrottle Control Primer Button If EquippedBefore Starting Setting The DepthMaking Adjustments Handle Adjustment Making AdjustmentsBelt Tension Adjustment Engine AdjustmentBelt Replacement Cleaning Tine AreaMaintaining Your Tiller EngineOff-Season Storage Off-Season StorageBracket Engine Pulley2953 800 800-7310 or visit To order replacement Parts, contactPage Part Description 18 Wheel shaft shown For reference only Ref. Part No Problem Cause Remedy Trouble ShootingFor parts and/or Accessories Please call For parts and/or Accessories Please call For parts and/or Accessories Please call MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for