Husqvarna CT20 manual Cultivating Tips, Hints for Depth Stake or Wheel Adjustment

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OPERATION

CULTIVATING TIPS

STilling is digging in, turning over and breaking up packed soil before planting. Loose unpacked soil helps root growth. Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 inches. A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vege- tation. The decomposition of this vegeta- tion matter enriches the soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind), it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the growing season to further condition the soil.

SAvoid tilling soil that is too dry as it will pulverize and produce a dust that will not hold water. Also, tilling soil that is too wet will be hard on the machine and produce unsatisfactory clods.

SBetter growth will be obtained if an area is tilled properly and used soon after till- ing to preserve the moisture content.

SThe depth stake (on the back of the culti- vator) serves a dual purpose. It helps regulate the depth of the cut and also acts as a brake to help the operator con- trol the speed of the cultivator.

SLowering the depth stake will slow the cultivator and make it till deeper. Raising the depth stake will allow it to move fast- er and till more shallow.

SIf the cultivator stops forward motion and tries to dig deeper than necessary, move the handles from side to side to start for- ward motion.

SCultivating is loosening or digging around growing plants which allows the plants to flourish.

SWhen using the cultivator to remove weeds, it is best to cultivate no deeper than 1−1/2 inches. Cultivating deeper will only pull to the surface ungerminated weed seeds. Raising the depth stake will allow it to move faster and till more shal- low.

SWhen cultivating around plants or close areas, you may want to remove the out- side tines. See “Tine Replacement” in the Service/Adjustments section.

WARNING: Read the Owner’s manual. Know location and functions of all controls. Keep

all safety devices and shields in place. Never allow children or uninstructed adults to operate cultivator. Shut off en- gine before unclogging tines or making repairs. Keep bystanders away from ma- chine. Keep away from rotating parts and tines. They can cause injury.

HINTS FOR DEPTH STAKE OR WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

Light cultivation (about 1 to 2 inches depth) with moderate growth

Adjust the wheels upward to their highest or next to their highest position. Make sure the handles are at a comfortable height for oper- ating the cultivator.

Seed bed preparation (4 to 6 inches depth)

Use the depth stake. Adjust the depth stake downward for deeper cultivation.

Heavy soil (4 inch depth or greater)

Remove the depth stake and work the tines down with a back and forth motion to at least a depth of 4 inches. Slowly pull the cultivator backward allowing the soil to feed forward over the tines.

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Contents Instruction Book Model CT20 Warranty Statement Husqvarna Table of Contents OWNER’S Information Responsibility of the OwnerSafety Rules Fuel SafetyOperating Safety Safe Operation Practices for CultivatorRepair / Adjustments Safety Safe StorageChoke OFF Half Choke Slow Fast Fuel Oil − 10-16 x 1-1/2 inch Screw − Tie StrapAssembly Assembly Parts Packed Separately in CartonHOW to Remove the Cultivator from the Carton HOW to Assemble the HandleTighten the knobs Outside of the lower handle as youDle and damage the engine casing Checklist Know Your Cultivator OperationEYE Protection HOW to USE the Cultivator How To Stop The CultivatorHow To Set The Depth How To Operate The CultivatorHow To Mix The Fuel Mixture How To Prepare The EngineBefore Starting the Engine HOW to Start the Engine Propel itself if the engine speed is ad- vanced from idleThese areas No ChokeHints for Depth Stake or Wheel Adjustment Cultivating TipsSeed bed preparation 4 to 6 inches depth Heavy soil 4 inch depth or greaterMaintenance Product SpecificationsCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsLubrication Sion to cool before filling with GreaseMent spark plug Filter cover and the air filterService and Adjustment HOW to Remove and Install the TinesTine Installation Tine RemovalHOW to Adjust the Carburetor Engine Shown With Fuel Tank RemovedCultivator StorageEngine Trouble Shooting Chart Trouble Cause CorrectionModel CT20 Factory no x37NAKEY 482 480 481 492 650 660 662 661 663 946 948 930 945 943 831 826 825 823 824 MS−3615MA

CT20 specifications

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