MTD 12212, 12211 owner manual

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Contents Recoil Start Model shown 7HP Pony REAR-TINE TillerSee Back Cover for Customer Service information Operation Repairs, adjustments or inspectionsTraining PreparationUse slower engine speeds Maintenance and StorageKeep children and pets away To Avoid Serious Injury Operating SymbolsDecals Attach Handlebars Hardware BAG Parts ListIntroduction Inspect UnitAttach Forward Clutch Control Cable Attach Reverse Clutch Control CableCheck Transmission Gear OIL Level ADD Motor OIL to EngineCheck Hardware for Tightness Attach Wheel Gear LeverCheck AIR Pressure in Tires Battery Activation and Charging Electric Start Assembly StepsInstall Battery Attach Battery Cables and Vent TubeKeyswitch Connect Wiring HarnessTo Operate the Forward Clutch Control Engine ControlsForward Clutch Control Wheel Gear LeverDepth Regulator Handlebar Height AdjustmentTo Adjust the Handlebar Height Reverse Clutch ControlStop Stops the engine on recoil start models only Electric Start Keyswitch Electric Start ModelEngine Controls Engine Throttle Control LeverBREAK-IN Operation PRE-START ChecklistStarting and Stopping EngineRelease all controls on the tiller Operating the TillerStarting the Engine Stopping the EngineStopping the Tiller and Engine Turning the Tiller AroundFor forward motion of the wheels and tines For reverse motion of the wheels and tinesAvoid making footprints Let the tiller do the workTilling depths Avoid tilling soggy, wet soilTilling up and down slopes Tilling across slopes without using terracesClearing the tines Tilling on slopesLoading and Unloading the Tiller Power CompostingEvery Required Maintenance ScheduleProcedure Tiller LubricationCheck for OIL Leaks Transmission Gear OIL ServiceCheck Hardware Check Tire PressureCARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control Adjustments Engine CleaningEngine OIL Service AIR Cleaner ServiceBolo Tines Wheel Gear Cable AdjustmentOFF Season Storage Cutting Edge Tine Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt TensionChecking and Adjusting Tension on Clutch Belts More Belt Tension Checking and Adjusting Reverse Clutch Belt TensionRemoving Forward Clutch Belt Installing Forward Clutch BeltRemoving Reverse Clutch Belt Installing Reverse Clutch BeltBattery Removal and Installation Battery MaintenanceBattery Care in Service Battery StorageROW Marker BumperHILLER/FURROWER Problem Possible Cause Correction TroubleshootingQTY Models 12211Part Description See page 36, Ref 47, for attach Ment screw Parts List ENGINE, Support BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, Belt Cover 1917326 Part Description QTY Main Drive Shaft Input Pinion Shaft & Gear AssemblyWheel SHAFT, Eccentric Shaft and Tiller Shaft Assemblies Thicker than standard tines Bolo TINES, WheelsElectric Start Assembly 1918831001 Battery Bracket 2322 ROW Marker AttachmentBumper Attachment Description QTY ROW Marker Attachment & Bumper AttachmentRow Marker Attachment option BumperHILLER/FURROWER Attachment Page Owner Registration Card Warranty ServiceReplacement Parts Engine Service and Repair