Bolens 12229 Features and Controls, Forward Clutch Bail, Depth Regulator Lever, A D B C

Section 3: Features and Controls 11

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D

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C

Figure 3-3: FREEWHEEL position.

WARNING

Before starting engine, be sure that both wheels are in WHEEL DRIVE position. See Wheel Drive Pins for instructions.

Engaging the Forward Clutch Bail when the wheels are not in WHEEL DRIVE could allow the tines to rapidly propel the tiller forward.

Failure to comply could cause loss of tiller control, property damage, or per- sonal injury.

FORWARD CLUTCH BAIL

WARNING

•Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine towards you. Look behind to avoid obstacles.

•Never attempt to till in reverse.

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property damage.

DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER

This lever (G, Figure 3-5) controls the tilling depth of the tines. Pull the lever back and slide it up or down to engage the notched height settings.

The “travel position” (highest notch) raises the tines approximately 1-1/2" off the ground, allowing the tiller to be moved without the tines contacting the ground. This setting should also be used when starting the engine.

Moving the lever upward will increase the tilling depth. The lowest notch allows a tilling depth of approximately 6", depending on soil conditions. For best results, always begin tilling at a very shallow depth setting and gradually increase the tilling depth.

WARNING

•Do not attempt to till too deeply too quickly. Gradually work down to deeper tilling depths.

•Place the Depth Regulator Lever in the “travel” position before starting the engine. This position prevents the tines from touching the ground until you are ready to begin tilling.

Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury or property damage.

HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The handlebar height is adjustable to three different settings (Figure 3-6). In general, adjust the handlebars so they are at waist level when the tines are 3"-4" in the soil.

To adjust the handlebars:

1.Stop engine, disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and allow engine to cool.

2.Remove hardware, reposition handle- bars, and reinstall hardware securely.

The Forward Clutch Bail (E, Figure 3-4) controls the engagement of forward drive to the wheels and tines.

To operate the Forward Clutch Bail:

1. Put wheels in WHEEL DRIVE position

(see “WARNING” statement above).

2. Lift and hold the clutch bail (E, Figure

3-4) against the handlebar to start the

wheels and tines rotating in a forward

direction.

Travel Position

Shallow

Settings

G

Deep Settings

High

Medium

Low

3. Release the clutch bail to disengage

(stop) the wheels and tines (the engine

will continue to run).

Figure 3-5: Depth Regulator Lever (G).

Figure 3-6: Handlebar height adjustment.

E

Figure 3-4