Tiller Length, Tiller Width, Tiller Weight, Bumper | Bolens 12180

TILLER SPECIFICATIONS/ATTACHMENTS

TILLER SPECIFICATIONS

TILLER HEIGHT (with Depth Regulator Lever in highest setting):
Without Handlebars	25-1/2"
Handlebars in lowest setting	38-1/4"
Handlebars in highest setting	47-1/2"
TILLER LENGTH
Without Handlebars	38"
Handlebars in lowest setting	57"
TILLER WIDTH
Hood Width	17-1/2"
Tilling Width	16"
Wheel Width	17-1/2"
Handlebar Width	18"
TILLER WEIGHT
Approximate Weight (without oil or gas)	132 lbs.

TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL SPECIFICATIONS

For small top-offs: Use SAE 140, SAE 85W-140, or SAE 80W-90 gear oil with an API rating of either GL-4 or GL-5.

For Full Replacement: Use SAE 140 or SAE 85W-140 gear oil with API rating of GL-4 (do not use GL-5).

TILLER ATTACHMENTS

The attachments listed below are available for your tiller. The information is the most current at the time this manual was printed. Contact your authorized dealer or the factory for current information.

BUMPER

A tubular steel bumper surrounds the engine to protect the air cleaner, starter assembly and fuel tank from damage. The bumper is easy to install using existing engine mounting hardware.

FRAME WEIGHTS

Solid steel weights attach to the sides of the frame to provide added traction to the wheels. Installation hardware is included.

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Bolens 12180 Tiller Length, Tiller Width, Tiller Weight, Transmission Gear OIL Specifications, Bumper, Frame Weights

Contents

Broncotm 5 HP Table of Contents Safety Training Keep children and pets away Use slower engine speeds Operating Symbols To Avoid Serious Injury Loose Parts List Qty. Description AssemblyTools/Materials Needed for Assembly Introduction Attach Handlebar Move Tiller Off Shipping Platform Install Forward Clutch Cable Install Reverse Clutch Cable Check Air Pressure in Tires Check Level Transmission Gear OilCheck Hardware for Tightness Check all nuts and screws for tightness Freewheel Features and ControlsWheel Drive Pins To Operate the Forward Clutch Bail Forward Clutch BailReverse Clutch Control To Operate the Reverse Clutch Control To Adjust the Handlebars Handlebar Height AdjustmentShallow Settings Deep Depth Regulator Lever BREAK-IN Operation OperationIntroduction Starting and Stopping the Engine Operating the Tiller Stopping the Tiller and Engine Turning the Tiller AroundFor reverse motion of the wheels and tines Avoid tilling soggy, wet soil Let the tiller do the workTilling depths Avoid making footprints Tilling on slopes Tilling across slopes without using terracesClearing the tines Tilling up and down slopes Power Composting Loading and Unloading the Tiller Procedure MaintenanceRequired Maintenance Schedule Every Check for OIL Leaks Transmission Gear OIL ServiceTiller Lubrication Check Hardware Tine Inspection Removing a Tine AssemblyBolo Tines Removing a Single Tine To Check Belt Tension EngineCheck belt tension after every 10 operating hours Reinstall the belt cover Forward Clutch Bail AdjustmentReplacement Belt Information To Check Reverse Belt Tension Spark Plug Service Engine OIL ServiceEngine Cleaning AIR Cleaner Service CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control Adjustments Troubleshooting Frame Weights Tiller WeightTransmission Gear OIL Specifications Tiller Length Replacement Parts Warranty ServiceCustomer Service and Technical Service Engine Service and Repair 1905237 1/99